Heatwave to Hurricane: America’s Weather Is All Over the Place This Week

From high-heat warnings to snow-covered mountain peaks, this week’s weather watch brings something for everyone – but what about hurricanes?  What a Week for Weather  Heatwaves, flash floods, hurricanes… it’s been a crazy time for US weather.  And although some hot temperatures are still doing their thing, it might be some of the last we see of this year’s excessively …

California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas: Unprecedented Heat Wave Hits Dangerous Levels

The temperature rise has reached unprecedented heights across the US. However, four states have experienced such severe heat waves that they have prompted warnings and necessary emergency actions. The Unending Sauna Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas have been experiencing severe temperature spikes for over a month. Recently, Phoenix has seen record-breaking temperatures of over 110°F, raising heat stroke and healthcare …

Taco Bell’s New Cravings Box Undercuts the Competition by 55%

America’s most popular Mexican-American fast food chain has joined the so-called “fast food wars,” offering new meal deals to bring customers through their doors. Fast Food War A fast food war is raging in America, as some of the country’s biggest chains race to establish affordable, high-value meals in a bid to bring customers back to their restaurants. Now, Taco …

JP Morgan Chase’s New Fee Strategy Infuriates Customers

Bankers are furious at JP Morgan Chase’s newest plans. Here are the details. Bankers’ Backlash JP Morgan Chase is stirring up trouble again. It’s gearing up to start charging people fees for things that have been free for years and its customers are NOT happy.  Fee Frenzy The most controversial aspect of this new policy is the potential for fees …

DeSantis Vetoes: Florida Schools Plead for Federal Help to Protect Students

High levels of lead have been found in the drinking water in Florida schools, and the problem has been ongoing for years. Schools across the state are still waiting for federal aid to mitigate the issue and reduce health risks. Florida’s Ongoing Water Issue Impacts Children’s Health For several years, Florida schools have been battling with the government to help …

Oil Titans Clash: Exxon Power Move to Block Chevron’s $60 Billion Hess Takeover

Suspecting a contractual breach, two of the oil sector’s biggest names are fighting to obtain a lucrative, oil-rich stake that could award some major power to the winner.  Battle of the Giants  Two of the oil industry’s most powerful titans, ExxonMobil and Chevron, are currently headbutting over Chevron’s forthcoming acquisition of Hess. Money and Power… What Else?  The main reason? …

Behind the $60 Billion Deal: ExxonMobil Slashes Jobs After Acquisition

America’s leading gas and oil producer, ExxonMobil, has issued layoffs as part of a workforce restructuring in the wake of a $60 billion acquisition deal. Layoff Filing in Texas Layoffs are imminent at ExxonMobil, according to a recent filing with the Texas Workforce Commission, on behalf of the Texas-based oil and gas company. Pioneer Natural Resources Acquisition The layoffs come …

Unprepared and Uninsured: Florida Faces Skyrocketing Storm Damage Costs

Experts warn that the recent storm damage to the state could skyrocket into hundreds of millions of dollars – but not all residents are prepared for that. The Storm’s Start On Monday afternoon, Floridians living in the southern area of the state were greeted with a flash flood warning by the National Weather Service (NWS). Residents of Miami-Dade and Broward …

Walgreens Shutters 700 Stores Amid Inflation Crisis: A Major Retail Shake-Up

Walgreens is one of the latest companies to be struck down by the challenges of inflation. American families and company owners are all facing a similar fate. Here’s what happened.  Closing Doors To Survive  The spokesperson for Walgreens has announced the company’s plan to close almost 700 branches throughout the country because of inflation costs.  Underperforming Dangers  There are a …