The White House has moved to stop property owners from evicting some tenants amid the pandemic. Plus, COVID-19 liability waivers for students returning to campus. And, all the time and money people are saving by not commuting.
More than 50 Black former McDonald’s franchise owners allege discriminatory practices by the fast food company. Plus, temporary furloughs turning into permanent job losses. And, how evictions are hitting U.S. immigrants.
Facebook has threatened to stop users in Australia from sharing news content. And, the coming end of the U.K. government’s furlough scheme could result in a tidal wave of job losses.
There’s historically high unemployment, low consumer confidence, and then there’s the soaring stock market. Plus, the downside of low interest rates. And, more airlines cancel the fees for changing domestic flight tickets.
How many employers will participate? Plus, United Airlines is canceling fees on most domestic flight changes. And, France’s plan to get its citizens traveling again.
You probably tend to think of ride-hailing services or food delivery when you think of the gig economy. Others see things differently. New export rules from the Chinese government and what that means for TikTok. Is Zoom’s success sustainable?
China’s foreign ministry says Beijing must sign off on any deal that involves the sale of TikTok’s U.S. arm. The first commercial flight from Israel to the UAE is taking place today. How the coronavirus is impacting India’s Silicon Valley.
The Fed will tolerate slightly higher levels of inflation. Plus, a failed cybersecurity attack on a Tesla factory. Also, the pandemic has complicated emergency response efforts for those evacuating to escape Hurricane Laura. And, pro athletes agitate for social change.
At both conventions, the economy figured prominently. But what’s the reality of where it’s at and where it’s headed? Plus, blackouts in California point to another reality: The entire U.S. has an old electric grid in need of upgrades.
Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has announced his resignation, citing health reasons which he said could get in the way of decision-making. And, some unconventional ways to take the stress off during the pandemic.
