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In the bonus landscape of 2023, every industry tightened its belt, offering smaller bonuses across the board. Technology firms saw a modest 3.8% increase, while the tourism and transportation sector took a hit with a substantial 36% reduction. The echoes of financial adjustments reverberated across diverse sectors, shaping the compensation narrative for the year. Every …
BREAKING REPORT: ⚠️ Texas Military NOW ACTIVELY RECRUTING members to JOIN THE BORDER MISSION "Operation Lone Star." Operation Lone Star integrates TMD with the Texas Department of Public Safety to deploy border security assets to high threat areas to DENY CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS… https://t.co/eAsVB1Uq3L pic.twitter.com/CVLIQvPR2b — Chuck Callesto (@ChuckCallesto) January 26, 2024 BREAKING REPORT: Texas Military …
Authored by Michael Snyder via The Economic Collapse blog, How does it feel to have the largest government that the planet has ever seen? When I was growing up, I was taught that we had a capitalist system and that we had a limited federal government. Of course neither of those things has been true …
by Michael Okay, so they want us to believe that the U.S. economy grew at a very brisk pace during the fourth quarter of 2023 even though mass layoffs are happening all over America, sales of previously owned homes are at the lowest level in 28 years, homelessness is rising at the fastest pace ever recorded, and survey …
In a sobering analysis, the Heritage Foundation’s 2024 Index of U.S. Military Strength paints a grim picture, asserting that the entire U.S. military, along with nuclear and missile defense assets, is outdated, feeble, and ill-prepared to handle multiple major conflicts simultaneously. Dakota Wood, Heritage’s senior research fellow, warns that the current posture puts America’s vital …
Two years ago Elon Musk was promising 50% growth for the foreseeable future. That was the all time high for the stock and the market. Now Jensen Huang Nvidia CEO is promising the same feat. Nothing changes, except the fools who speak and the fools who listen. Two years ago Elon Musk was promising 50% …
THIS IS WHY..THEY’RE SLOWLY CUTTING THE MONEY… Biden BOOM ! Google Layoffs: Tech Giant To Cut Down 30,000 Jobs, Says Report https://t.co/IXLGz1YLa2 — Make L.A. Great Again 🇺🇸 (@lalovestrump) December 26, 2023 Citibank is laying off 20,000, Google 30,000…is Biden going to keep telling everyone how great the economy is? https://t.co/Yj12LwDQgu — Coop (@jokesandapoint) January …
Senator Rand Paul exposes eyebrow-raising government expenditures, highlighting instances where taxpayer money is allocated to seemingly absurd studies. The revelations include: $2.3 Million for injecting beagles with cocaine, aiming to understand the adverse effects, despite the evident societal impact of the drug. $700,000 spent on studying how male parrots attract mates, raising questions about the …
WOW!!! 🔥🔥🔥 BOTH . @KristiNoem , Gov. of South Dakota and. . @GovRonDeSantis Gov. from Florida have also joined the REBELLION, offering support and assets while standing in lockstep with Texas against Federal Government TYRANNY. This is REALLY turning into something REVOLUTIONARY! 😳😳😳 HOLD THE LINE TEXAS!!! 🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱 WHERE ARE YOU…Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri, Louisiana, Kansas, …
by Michael There is a tremendous disconnect between the economic numbers that the government is giving us and what most Americans are personally experiencing on a daily basis. The government says that inflation is low, but the cost of living just continues to spiral out of control. The government says that unemployment is low, but …
In a surprising twist, the European Central Bank is turning to social media to keep tabs on banking sentiments. It’s like giving banks a pair of social media glasses to see how people feel about their money. This shift comes after Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse took a tumble last year, making regulators buckle …
“Deflation is a serious issue, I know the Chinese government doesn’t want me saying it, but it’s an issue that we need to be worried about,” Rein stressed. “I’ve been in China for 27 years, and this is probably the lowest confidence I’ve ever seen,” Shaun Rein, founder of the China Market Research Group, told …
“The French farmers are now dumping garbage on the train tracks in protest of government policies. ▪️ They sprayed manure on government buildings ▪️ They blocked the motorways ▪️ They are blocking the trains” WOAH The French farmers are now dumping garbage on the train tracks in protest of government policies. ▪️ They sprayed manure …
Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, faces headwinds as it misses fourth-quarter estimates, reporting weaker-than-expected auto revenue. Despite a 3% growth in total revenue, automotive revenue saw a mere 1% increase from the previous year. The company warns of potentially lower vehicle volume growth in 2024, signaling a cautious outlook for the year ahead. Key financial …
Navigate the turbulent waters of the housing market crisis. With skyrocketing mortgage rates, dwindling affordability, and a severe shortage of homes, the 2024 real estate landscape is filled with economic tension. Explore the complexities, from the impact of rising interest rates to the struggle for housing supply. Uncover predictions, potential market corrections, and the delicate …
I’ve been laid off from my job as a columnist for the LA Times today, with 100 of my best colleagues. It’s a dark day. I was the only Latina columnist for the opinion desk. Trump is looming & I’m author of Hatemonger. If you're hiring, I’m at jeangue619@gmail.com — Jean Guerrero (@jeanguerre) January 23, …
by Michael Do you remember the supply chain problems that we experienced during the darkest days of the COVID pandemic? Well, now we are being warned that the crisis in the Red Sea could actually disrupt global supply chains to an even greater degree. Needless to say, this comes at a really bad time because …
Mr. Casey serves as a trusted advisor to a diverse range of business owners and professionals, advising them on financial issues impacting their companies and their personal wealth. He has served as a trusted advisor to a diverse range of business owners, advising them on financial issues impacting their companies and their personal wealth. He …
In a tragic incident, a Russian military transport plane crashed near the Ukraine border. Conflicting reports mention 65 captured Ukrainian military onboard and, separately, cargo related to air defense systems. BREAKING: Russian parliament speaker accuses Ukraine of shooting down plane carrying POWs https://t.co/rjjjuzsRp6 pic.twitter.com/yvsbbOKYSi — Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) January 24, 2024 BREAKING: Russian ministry of …
A recent Axios survey reveals a significant shift in economic priorities, with 88% of respondents emphasizing gas, groceries, and housing costs over stock market performance. Moreover, 37% rate their financial situation as poor, signaling widespread challenges. This data prompts a reevaluation of traditional economic indicators, urging a focus on the tangible, day-to-day impacts felt by …
In a concerning trend, the financial advice landscape on CNBC has taken a speculative turn that many find alarming. The mantra of “Buy now, refinance later” is being propagated, raising eyebrows as experts caution against such advice, especially if interest rates don’t fall low enough for a successful refinancing. The desperation to pump and speculate …
In a distressing turn of events, the US government, having already targeted family farms, is now setting its sights on the fishing industry, striking at the heart of our food sources. A new regulation from the Biden Administration is not only making it financially burdensome for fishermen but also threatening the very existence of established …
Seems desperate. “Powell & Co. plan to force banks to borrow from them – or else” “It’s an attempt to prevent any financial institution from failing, no matter how insolvent it becomes… Consolidating all bank lending into the central bank’s direct control. The Fed wants to be not just the guiding hand but the sole …
In a surprising move, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared war on meat and traditional agriculture, citing their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and global health issues. This proclamation to transform food systems towards healthier, plant-based diets raises questions about WHO’s authority to dictate agricultural practices. Key Points: Impact on Climate Change: Tedros claims …
America First Legal’s recent lawsuit against the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has exposed a treasure trove of documents, laying bare the deep state’s awareness of the risks tied to mass mail voting in the 2020 elections. This lawsuit unraveled how CISA dismissed valid criticisms as “disinformation” and continued endorsing unprecedented voting policy changes …
San Diego witnessed an extraordinary meteorological event, with a rainfall of 2-3 inches, marking one of the wettest days in almost a century. The Pacific jet stream, reaching an impressive speed of over 200 mph and extending zonally from Japan to California, is set to bring continuous warmth to the West Coast. This atmospheric pattern …
BREAKING: Monster waves hit an Army base in the Marshall Islands. Built to Redpill the World!17PLUS https://t.co/1pFeF6wgGt pic.twitter.com/IEIPsYTiZJ — AMERICANDREAM09 🇺🇸 Jack Media ~DREAM (@JackMedia7) January 23, 2024 Monster waves wreaked havoc at a Marshall Islands Army base, captured in a terrifying video. A 3-to-4-ft wave burst into the Army’s dining hall on Roi-Namur island, …
by Michael Do you remember the supply chain problems that we experienced during the darkest days of the COVID pandemic? Well, now we are being warned that the crisis in the Red Sea could actually disrupt global supply chains to an even greater degree. Needless to say, this comes at a really bad time because …
“STOP GOING UNTIL WE FIGURE IT OUT” Canada is finally figuring it out that we have sham universities. I noticed this in 2010! International students poured in, and they struggled to speak and write in English. They let anyone in, and the education was sloppy and pointless. I was waiting patiently to hear that these schools are …
Lately, there’s been a growing chorus calling for the ban of lobbying, branding it as a subtle form of bribery. Whether it’s Big Oil, the NRA, Big Pharma, or even anti-gun groups, the sentiment is strong – lobbying appears to wield significant influence over our representatives. The big question looming is whether a blanket ban …