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More consolidation, more problems — that’s the latest fear gripping the theatrical industry. After a monthslong negotiation process, Paramount and Skydance have struck...

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UiPath to lay off 10% of workforce in companywide restructuring

UiPath, a developer of automation software, is cutting 10% of its workforce, or about 420 jobs, as part of a...

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Shein’s global ambitions leaves some cybersecurity experts fearful of Chinese spy threats

The rise of Asian fast fashion retailer Shein already has Amazon on alert, but its plans of selling proprietary supply-chain...

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Barcelona protesters throw items and spray travelers with water while shouting ‘tourists go home’

Millions flock to Barcelona every year to enjoy a sweet taste of idyllic European life. But over the weekend, thousands...

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Target will stop accepting personal checks

Target will soon stop accepting personal checks as a form of payment at checkout. In a statement to NBC News,...

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Air travel demand is breaking records. Airline profits are not.

Record summer air travel demand isn’t translating to record U.S. airline profits. Carriers will have to answer for that disconnect...

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The pool party’s over as Americans ease up on backyard upgrades

Americans will be splashing around this summer in the backyard pools they’ve already got, but not splashing out as much...

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Becoming a nurse during Covid, a former producer doubled her hours but found a purpose

This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. Unlike...

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Employers added 206,000 jobs in June, as sturdy labor market gradually cools

The economy added 206,000 jobs last month, according to fresh government data, but unemployment inched above 4% for the first...

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Laid off from a nearly six-figure job, this 61-year-old is driving for delivery apps: ‘I don’t get a day off’