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Sam Altman’s Business Dealings Under GOP Scrutiny Ahead of OpenAI’s IPO

May 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Sam Altman’s Business Dealings Under GOP Scrutiny Ahead of OpenAI’s IPO
The Republican-led House Oversight Committee says it is investigating, and six GOP state attorneys general are calling for SEC review after a WSJ article.

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JPMorgan and the Delicate Art of Paying Off Employees

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A staffer raises an embarrassing claim. An investigation follows. Deciding what to do next—and whether to offer a payout—gets complicated for employers.

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Victoria’s Secret Accuses Major Investor of Spying to Get Sales Data

May 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Victoria’s Secret Accuses Major Investor of Spying to Get Sales Data
The lingerie retailer claims an adviser to billionaire Brett Blundy visited at least 17 stores and gained trade secrets.

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An FCC Commissioner Tells Disney the Agency Is on a Campaign to Censor It

May 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on An FCC Commissioner Tells Disney the Agency Is on a Campaign to Censor It
In a letter to Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez criticized the agency for trying to curtail press freedom.

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U.A.E.’s Secret Attacks on Iran

May 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on U.A.E.’s Secret Attacks on Iran
Plus, the federal gas tax and beef prices might come down soon, and Michael Kors’ beach compound is for sale.

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How a Job at OpenAI Became the Greatest Lottery Ticket of the AI Boom

May 10, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How a Job at OpenAI Became the Greatest Lottery Ticket of the AI Boom
Employees waited two years to sell their shares. Then, the company let them unload $30 million.

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Higher Gas Prices Are Seeping Into the Produce Aisle

May 10, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Higher Gas Prices Are Seeping Into the Produce Aisle
Having absorbed various price shocks, firms are less able to avoid passing on additional costs to retailers and consumers.

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This Family Business Was Already Old When the U.S. Was Born

May 10, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on This Family Business Was Already Old When the U.S. Was Born
The Laird family has owned its distillery operation almost continuously for over three centuries. Its longevity offers valuable lessons.

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The Factory Town Known as China’s Furniture Capital Is Fighting to Survive

May 10, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Factory Town Known as China’s Furniture Capital Is Fighting to Survive
The U.S. lost much of its furniture industry to China years ago. Now, American tariffs and overseas competition are punishing manufacturers.

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Allison Ellsworth’s Poppi Exit Made Her a Megamillionaire. She’s Ready to Talk Money.

May 10, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Allison Ellsworth’s Poppi Exit Made Her a Megamillionaire. She’s Ready to Talk Money.
Watch as the co-founder opens up about how she and her husband managed their wealth after the Poppi sale to PepsiCo, the post-exit blues, and her one-time $1 million family vacation to Europe.

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