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Citigroup Requiring All Employees to Return to Office

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Citigroup is set to bring 600 of its U.S. employees back to the office full-time, signaling a shift in Wall Street's work culture as regulatory requirements tighten. This move comes as the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the primary watchdog for U.S. brokerage firms and exchange markets, prepares to reinstate pre-pandemic rules to monitor workplaces effectively.

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BARK Air Launches Luxury Flights for Dogs and Owners

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BARK Air has taken a significant step in revolutionizing pet-friendly travel by launching its first-ever cross-country flight exclusively for dogs and their owners. On Thursday, the innovative airline completed a historic journey from Westchester County Airport near New York City to Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles. This milestone event marks the culmination of a decade-long effort to create an airline designed entirely with dogs in mind.

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UAW Accuses Mercedes of Intimidation in Alabama Union Vote

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The United Auto Workers (UAW) has lodged a formal complaint against Mercedes, alleging that the company interfered with a recent union election at two Alabama factories by intimidating and coercing workers into voting against unionization. The union is seeking a new vote, arguing that the company's actions violated labor laws and hindered a fair election process.

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Memorial Day 2024 Hours for Retail

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As Memorial Day approaches on Monday, May 27, 2024, it’s important to know which businesses and services will be available during the holiday. Memorial Day, often seen as the unofficial start of summer, brings a mix of closures and openings across various sectors, affecting banks, postal services, government offices, and retail stores.

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The Trends You Need to Succeed This Holiday Season

October Prime Day is usually an early sign of how consumer spending trends ahead of the holidays. This one was no exception. Our October Prime Day Report breaks down what’s working: the products flying off the shelves, the categories winning big, big brands, and the search terms defining demand. All brought to you via Similarweb’s Shopper Intelligence platform.

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Business Interruption Danger for Food and Beverage Retailers

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In a rapidly changing world, the food and beverage industry faces significant risks, with business interruption emerging as the foremost concern. According to WTW’s 2024 Global Food and Beverage Risk Outlook, nearly half of the companies in this sector, about 48%, view business interruption as their primary internal risk. This concern is closely followed by supply chain issues, which 40% of companies identified as a major problem.

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BARK Air Completes First Luxury Flight for Dogs and Owners

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On Thursday, BARK Air completed a historic journey from Westchester County Airport near New York City to Van Nuys Airport in Los Angeles.

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