Political leaders in Florida are taking steps to rein in the power of major technology companies. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and several of his state’s Republican legislative leaders this week announced legislation that would prevent Twitter, Facebook (and its subsidiary Instagram), Google, Amazon, and Apple from censoring content or selling […]
Month: February 2021
Rick Ross dishes to Jalen Rose on ‘big business,’ financial security
My latest guest has a few things in common with the great Cleo McDowell, creator of the Big Mick from the 1988 movie “Coming to America.” He also lords over a mini fast-food empire, owning a Checkers location and a handful of Wingstops across the country. While he does not […]
The Home Design and Remodeling Show is Boosting Success for Local Home Improvement Brands
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Home Design and Remodeling Show is producing results for local home improvement companies, such as Belamo Design and Velum Design, with generating leads, increasing sales, and branding recognition from the exposure of its Show and advertising campaigns. The Show features exhibitors from […]
Group fitness thrives outside – Business Daily
Health & Fitness Group fitness thrives outside Friday January 22 2021 Tyre exercises during a training session in Nairobi’s Lang’ata on January 20, 2021. NMG PHOTO By PURITY WANJOHIMore by this Author Summary A growing number of the fitness community is now going outdoors, exercising on pavements or estate playgrounds. […]
‘No Surprises Act’ aims to stop unplanned medical billing
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – A pandemic relief measure signed late last year also includes a ban on surprise medical billing. © Elise Amendola (AP Photo/Elise Amendola, File) The new federal law called the “No Surprises Act” is aimed to help patients – by taking them out of the middle of […]
12 ways our homes are set to change in 2021 and beyond
From work spaces to pet-friendly finishes, here are the home design trends you can expect to see this year Working from home One of the most significant changes for many this year was the transition from working in an office to working from home. For those without the luxury of […]
the fiendishly difficult ‘Bring Sally Up’ fitness challenge
It’s called a hip thruster, and it’ll work your hips, glutes, core and hamstrings without even making you get off the sofa. First, slide off the seat until your feet are on the floor and just your upper back is resting on the couch. Next, lower your hips towards the […]
the hurdles car-less Americans face to reach vaccine sites
If you live in Belle Glade, Florida, a rural, predominantly African American town on the southern bank of Lake Okeechobee, and you want to get to a Covid-19 vaccine appointment, you’re going to either need a car or $2 and a lot of time. © Provided by The Guardian Photograph: […]
The 3-Word Billboard That Launched One Of America’s Fastest Growing Tech Companies
Twilio’s 3-word billboard that caused a sensation in Silicon Valley Twilio Twilio is one of the fastest-growing companies you’ve never heard of. And yet, it likely powers websites and apps that you use on any given day. Are you making a tele-visit with your doctor? Twilio is probably working behind […]
Shiseido to sell personal-care business to CVC in $1.5 billion deal
Shiseido is selling its personal-care business to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners in a deal worth $1.5 billion. Under the terms of this deal, CVC Asia V will acquire a 65% stake in a joint venture that owns the assets of the business. Shiseido will hold the remaining 35% […]