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9/30/24: Investments and Key Moves from Google, MediSun Energy, Ayrton Energy, Johnson Controls and More

In this Deals + Dollars update, we highlight the latest investments, mergers, and strategic partnerships shaping the energy and sustainability sectors.  Google Invests $3.3 Billion to …

MTA Approves Ambitious $68.4 Billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan

By investing in modern technology, upgrading aging infrastructure, and embracing climate resilience, the MTA is positioning itself to meet future challenges while delivering a better transit experience for millions of New Yorkers. 
WASHINGTON (September 28, 2023) Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas gives welcoming remarks and participates in a fireside chat with New York Times White House and National Security Correspondent David Sanger during the Western Hemisphere Cyber Conference at the Organization of American States in Washington, DC.

How Grants are Helping Governments Defend Against Cyber Threats

In today’s digital age, state and local governments are increasingly reliant on technology to provide essential services, manage critical infrastructure, and safeguard sensitive data. However, …
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Do your donations make a difference? Here's how to find out which charities have the most impact.

Nonprofit Finder examined data from GiveWell to see what charities offer donors the most bang for their buck.

From restoring roads to advancing clean energy: How are states spending federal infrastructure dollars?

Truck Parking Club used White House data to analyze how states are spending federal infrastructure dollars to invest in their communities.

Health care will lead job creation over the next decade. These roles are expected to grow the most.

Doctors and Clinicians used data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify the health care jobs expected to grow the most over the next decade. 

Managing your money

Global central banks cut rates in unison, but Japan's contrary move could upset market rally

Benzinga reports on how the financial landscape is changing and the effects this may have on U.S. forex traders.

8 smart strategies to navigate market volatility and protect your investments

Money.ca shares eight strategies to successfully navigate the market and maintain the health of your investment portfolio.

Looking to protect your family's financial future? What you need to know about life insurance

(BPT) - A topic that many people find challenging to understand and even talk about is life insurance. However, having life insurance is like any other kind of insurance — it offers peace of …

Connecting in the cloud: How the digital revolution has changed the way job seekers network

Uniqode researched how networking has evolved to keep pace with an increasingly digital world and interviewed recruiters, experts, and job seekers.

The most dangerous cities to drive in America

Truck Parking Club used data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to rank the top 25 cities with the highest accident rates.  

When colleges adapt to meet accessibility needs, they're met with students who thrive, data shows

accessiBe examined studies and spoke to experts about how colleges are adapting to meet students' accessibility needs.
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Cellphone bans in schools are trending, but parents and lawmakers aren't on the same page
HeyTutor looked at NCES data, surveys, and state and local laws and policies to illustrate how the movement to limit school phone usage is growing.
These women-dominated, high-paying jobs are growing the fastest this decade
JobTest.org used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to rank the jobs forecast to grow the fastest for high-earning professional women.
Your options to get out of credit card debt
(BPT) - Many people have a hard time keeping up with their bills. More than three-fourths of Americans have some type of debt.Fortunately, there are several options to get out of debt, including …
The Gen Z QVC: How social media influences generational shopping habits
Collabstr analyzed surveys from PYMNTS, eMarketer and others to illustrate how social media is influencing the shopping habits of young consumers.
What do standardized tests say about college achievement?
Numerade analyzed academic research to see what standardized test scores from exams like the SAT and ACT say about academic achievement.
How is capital gains tax calculated?
Wealth Enhancement Group examines the inner workings of the capital gains tax and shares strategies to avoid, reduce, or minimize it.
How Fed rate cuts may impact consumers
Experian examines the potential effects of Federal Reserve lending rate cuts.
Every US state ranked by seriously dangerous driving habits
Motointegrator ranks US states by their dangerous driving habits, including speeding, drunk driving, and texting.
Some rural counties are recovering from the effects of the pandemic faster than urban ones
The Daily Yonder shares details from a new study of historically lagging U.S. counties, revealing that some rural areas are recovering from the pandemic better than urban areas.
Selling your car to a dealer: What you need to know
CarGurus shares what to know about selling your car to a dealer and how it compares with selling your car online or privately.

What the top 1% pay in taxes in each state

SmartAsset examined the most recent IRS tax return data to determine exactly how much the top 1% of earners in each state pays in taxes, both nominally and relative to the rest of taxpayers.

Data shows rural disparities in traffic deaths

The Daily Yonder shares its analysis of federal highway data to reveal that rural counties have higher traffic death rates compared to their urban counterparts.

How to start an online business in 8 steps

LegalZoom explains how to start an online business, no matter your budget or skill set, in eight steps.

Using vacant commercial spaces as affordable artist studios is a win-win

Next City reports on how one group connects artists with spaces in otherwise vacant spots to bolster their careers, activating unused space in the process.
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Why rising car insurance rates are outpacing inflation
Way.com provides context around rising car insurance rates in a post-pandemic world.
More drivers than ever are making $1,000+ auto loan payments
Experian explains why more drivers continue to make high auto loan payments despite falling interest rates and more dealer incentives.
AI for small business: The 7 tools you need to make work easier
NEXT explains the obstacles keeping small businesses from using AI tools and shares actionable ways they can, and should, be using them to stay ahead.
The states with the most new car dealerships may surprise you
The General used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to map new car dealerships by state, finding higher concentrations in central U.S. states.
How high schoolers can plan for post-college career paths in the age of AI
HeyTutor examined academic research and expert opinions to see how high schoolers can prepare for a world where artificial intelligence is everywhere.
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