Flying with young children can be a daunting task, especially when facing a nearly 18-hour flight from Los Angeles to Singapore. This particular route, at one time the world’s third longest flight, presented a challenge for one mom traveling with her 3-year-old and 1-year-old. Choosing Singapore Airlines for their exceptional service and amenities, including on-time…
When burglars targeted multiple small businesses in Oakland’s Temescal Alley overnight, security cameras failed to deter them. The alley, located in a trendy shopping area in North Oakland, was left with broken glass and missing merchandise as shop owners arrived on Friday morning to survey the damage. Among those affected was Liz Thayer, owner of…
Metropolitan Commercial Bank announced in its 2023 annual report that it will be winding down its banking-as-a-service program in early 2024. This decision comes as the New York City community bank aims to reduce its exposure to evolving regulatory standards and reevaluate its involvement in these partnerships. The bank’s move follows similar actions by other…
In just over 27 years, Netflix has undergone a notable transformation from a DVD rental-by-mail service to a streaming platform with over 260 million viewers worldwide. Executives at Netflix, now led by co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters, are navigating the company through its next major evolution, known as Netflix 3.0. This evolution involves expanding…
China, the U.S., and the Chinese Communist Party are at the center of discussions about foreign Business in China. A recent Commerce Ministry meeting shed light on challenges faced by international companies operating in the country. Although progress on the 24 measures to support foreign businesses has been slow, there is a genuine desire to…
PORTLAND, Ore. – In an effort to revitalize the central city and attract businesses to lease retail and office space, the Portland City Council unanimously approved an expansion of the Downtown Business Incentive Credit program on Wednesday. Initially implemented in 2023, the program previously limited eligibility to sub-districts greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The…
St. Louis Park’s Historic Walker Lake District Experiences Revitalization Resident and Business owner Curt Rahman has witnessed the transformation of St. Louis Park’s Historic Walker Lake district over the past 35 years. Once a desolate area, the district is now bustling with activity, attracting both residents and visitors. Located in the Lenox neighborhood, the Historic…
