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How Businesses Can Navigate the Treacherous Waters of Trade Wars
War and international tensions have led to sanctions, tariffs, questions for business owners and not a lot of answers for how to mitigate the fallout. Here are some strategies to consider.
McDonald's to Exit Russia for Good: 'We Can No Longer Keep the Arches Shining There.'
After 30 years and over 800 stores, McDonald's has decided to leave Russia for good following its temporary closure of stores amidst conflict with Ukraine.
John Deere Remotely Disables Tractors Stolen in Ukraine by Russian Troops
Grain and cereal theft by Russian troops has become a common practice. Now they also took tractors and machinery that cannot be used.
Shell Rakes in $9.1 Billion in First Quarter. What Does It Mean for the Rising Cost of Living?
Shell reported record high earnings of $9.13 billion in the first quarter of 2022, prompting action from lawmakers to impose higher taxes on gas companies to aid those struggling amidst rising prices.
Russia fulfills threat and cuts off gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria as tension rises
As he had already warned, President Vladimir Putin conditions the delivery of gas to payment in rubles and in Russian banking institutions.
Why the Ukraine Crisis Should Make You Rethink How You Lead
Crises are never easy, but they can be especially difficult when you don't know what to do. In these moments, it's critical that leaders step up and take charge.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Skyrocket to Record High Unseen Since 2008
Russia's war on Ukraine and cooler temperature predictions are contributing to the climb.
The world's largest superyacht is confiscated by German authorities
It is the superyacht belongs to the Russian millionaire Alisher Usmanov, who has strong ties to Vladimir Putin.
Inflation Jumps to 8.5% in March, Fastest Climb in 40 Years
An ongoing storm of supply chain constraints, consumer demand and overseas conflict is causing inflation to rise at the fastest rate since 1981.
Angry Russian Influencers Destroy Chanel Bags After Brand Restrictions
The company announced that it will stop selling its products to Russian citizens who intend to bring them to their country. The move unleashed fury.
Pink Floyd presents a new song using the voice of a singer who is fighting in Ukraine
He is Andriy Khlynuyk, vocalist of the band BoomBox, who sang a nationalist song before leaving for the front.
Mixed martial arts athlete Yaroslav Amosov recovers his championship belt from the rubble in Irpin, Ukraine
The belt that accredits the athlete's championship was protected by his mother in a bomb shelter.
Faced with the shortage of electronic components Lada, the Russian car brand, will return to manufacture mechanical vehicles
A Croatian media outlet assures that the lack of semiconductors and electronic components forces the company to manufacture its cars they way it did in the 1990s.
Anti-Russia Sentiment Is Fueling Harassment, Bias and Workplace Conflict: 4 Ways to De-Escalate Team Tension and Save Your Company Culture
The war in Ukraine has stirred up conflict among coworkers along with unfair bias against employees of Russian descent. However are a few steps to take to calm tensions and get everyone back on track during these turbulent times.
The Ukraine Crisis Hits Close to Home for Silicon Valley, and Tech Execs Aren't Wasting Time: 'They're Thinking Like a Startup, Which Allows Them to Move Faster'
Ukrainian-American venture capitalist and Worklife founder Brianne Kimmel discusses her company's involvement with relief efforts, including an offer to evacuate thousands of Ukrainian engineers, and how other companies can make the most of their resources to help those in need.