“Many Americans have honed their use of technology and their ability to multitask during the pandemic. But living-room skills do not translate behind the wheel,” one expert said.
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After warning, McConnell softens posture on corporations' taking political stances
Several companies have condemned the new voting law in Georgia, leading some to withdraw major events from the state.
Why does the CEO of a huge U.S. hospital company make 1,000 times more than an Employee of the Month?
An Employee of the Month at a Missouri hospital got a $6 coupon after surviving Covid. The CEO of the firm that owns the hospital got $30 million.
Pandemic silver lining? Employers start to recognize importance of caregiving benefits
“Caregiving challenges are not new for families. They were just really highlighted during Covid, because we were literally zooming into people’s homes,” said one recruitment expert.
Businesses and philanthropy unite to eliminate racial wealth gap
The CEOs of Starbucks and Goldman Sachs will join leaders from philanthropy and academia in a new initiative to address the racial wealth gap in the United States.
Nike suspends endorsement of NFL star Deshaun Watson over sexual misconduct allegations
The National Football League quarterback has been accused of sexual misconduct in lawsuits filed by 22 women.
Ketchup shortage hits restaurants across the United States
After the pandemic forced many restaurants to ramp up their takeout game, the demand for those handy individual ketchup packets quickly skyrocketed.
Economic boom could 'easily run into 2023,' says Chase's Jamie Dimon
Dimon attributed the potential boom to consumer savings, a stimulus boost, Biden’s infrastructure plan, successful vaccines and “euphoria around the end of the pandemic.”
Biden's Covid relief offers Latinos billions. Will they claim it?
Some Latino financial experts worry Hispanic households may not avail themselves of the Covid relief available through the American Rescue Plan and the Paycheck Protection Program.
Bezos endorses Biden's infrastructure plan and backs corporate tax rate hike
Amazon, the country’s second-largest employer, faces backlash for its attempts to crush unionizing efforts at its warehouses and Whole Foods grocery stores.