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Fresh off questions about the structural integrity of its airplanes, Boeing is now battling multiple accusations that it shut down employees for trying to raise safety concerns. A union representing Boeing employees said this week that the plane maker, in 2022, retaliated against two engineers monitoring its safety practices on behalf of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA) filed a complaint to the National Labor Relations Board on April 18 saying Boeing gave the two employees “identical” negative performance evaluations—a crucial metric that determines raises, promotions, and layoffs. The two engineers were…

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Caitlin Clark’s record-breaking college career has sparked unprecedented interest in the WNBA. One of the league’s biggest stars hopes that spark turns into a flame. Speaking at the 2024 TIME 100 Summit on Wednesday, Las Vegas Aces center A’ja Wilson said it has been “kind of amazing” to see the excitement that Clark has created around the women’s game and noted that “it’s about time” that sports fans began to appreciate women’s basketball. But Wilson also said she hopes “that this isn’t just a trend,” and that the excitement and fervor that made Clark’s jersey the top-selling ever for a…

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The Swedish “buy now, pay later” pioneer said Tuesday that its new design would help users find the items they want by using more advanced AI recommendation algorithms, while merchants will be able to target customers more effectively. Rafael Henrique | SOPA Images | LightRocket via Getty Images Klarna on Wednesday announced a global partnership with Uber to power payments for the ride-hailing giant’s Uber and Uber Eats apps. The partnership will see the Swedish financial technology firm added as a payment option in the U.S., Germany and Sweden, Klarna said in a statement.  In those countries, Klarna will roll…

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Americans are traveling abroad in droves. The number of U.S. citizens flying to international destinations reached nearly 6.5 million passengers in March, according to the International Trade Administration. That’s the highest March total in over five years and shows that the post-pandemic “revenge travel” trend is the new normal. It wasn’t just March, which usually sees a spike in international departures for spring break. In every month of 2024 so far, more Americans left the country than last year and 2019. These trends point to a blockbuster summer for overseas travel. Nearly half of Americans (45%) plan to travel by…

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The Biden administration’s war against junk fees has taken to the skies. On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that it has finalized new rules requiring upfront notification and disclosure of “surprise junk fees” when travelers purchase airline tickets. “The rule requires airlines and ticket agents to tell consumers upfront what fees they charge for a first or second checked bag, a carry-on bag, and for canceling or changing a reservation,” reads a press release from the DOT, adding that the new rule “will help consumers avoid unneeded or unexpected fees that can increase quickly and add significant…

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In today’s ever-evolving work environment, the significance of cohesive teams cannot be emphasized enough. A robust team stands as the bedrock of organizational triumph, propelling innovation, efficiency, and adaptability. Nevertheless, the construction of such teams surpasses the mere allocation of tasks and assembly of meetings. It necessitates the cultivation of trust, communication, and camaraderie among team members. This is where team-building activities step in – experiential endeavors crafted to fortify bonds and augment collaboration. While conventional icebreakers and trust-building exercises serve their purpose, more adventurous undertakings inject vigor and excitement into the team-building journey. This article will delve into five…

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Success in technology was once determined by speed. Moving fast, breaking things, and learning along the way.  Speed still matters and those slow to commit get counted out fast. However, the race to realize artificial intelligence’s potential might be the moment this approach comes unstuck. The hype and pace of consumer adoption are unprecedented. In 2006, it took Twitter nearly two years to reach one million users. In 2010, it took Instagram two and a half months. For ChatGPT, it took just five days, with the service reaching 100 million users in a groundbreaking two months. The AI frenzy is…

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With 92 billionaires, Mumbai ranks third behind New York and London, but ahead of Beijing, and Shanghai. Tuul & Bruno Morandi | The Image Bank | Getty Images Move over, Beijing. Mumbai is now the Asian capital with the most number of billionaires, overtaking Beijing, according to Hurun Research Institute’s global rich list.  This is the first time that India’s most populous city has taken the top spot in Asia. Topping the 2024 global rich list for cities is New York (119), followed by London (97). In Asia, Mumbai — India’s financial capital — moved ahead with 92 billionaires, according…

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  You’ve done your homework and finally determined the perfect credit card for your situation. After completing the application and hitting submit, the result flashes on your screen: “declined.” While this result can be discouraging, it’s simply a business decision made by the bank that issues the credit card. Before you apply for another credit card, it’s helpful to understand why you were denied. Here are some possible reasons why your credit card application was declined. Ready for a new credit card? Create a NerdWallet account for insight on your credit score and personalized recommendations for the right card for…

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