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New Hampshire retailers voice opposition to new tax on electronic devices

CONCORD, N.H. (The Center Square) -- Advocates for New Hampshire retailers have voiced strong opposition to proposed legislation that would put a tax on electronic devices. House Bill 1492 would create a 4.3 percent tax on the retail sale of electronic devices, including computers, TVs, video games and cellphones. The revenue would be put toward funding education in the state. In an email response to The Center Square, New Hampshire Retail Association president/CEO Nancy Kyle provided excerpts of a briefing that […]

todayJanuary 13, 2020 23

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Aramco raises $29.4 billion in world’s biggest initial public offering

NEW YORK/DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia (UPI) -- Saudi Arabia's Aramco raised $29.4 billion in the world's largest initial public offering, surpassing the oil company's original listing by $5 billion. Goldman Sachs Group Inc., one of the underwriters of the IPO, exercised the option to place 450 million additional shares that were initially separated to avoid price swings, according to a statement. The shares at $8.53 were placed with investors during the book-building process. The stabilization period ended Friday. "The 450 million […]

todayJanuary 12, 2020 49

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Why your software team should be remote

The future of work is remote, and in no industry is this truer than in programming and software development. A globalized workforce allows companies to harness the skills of programmers from around the world, saving time and money in the process. Many companies, including Stripe, ESPN, and Coffee Meets Bagel, have capitalized on working with top developers no matter where they live. Here are some of the main benefits companies gain by working with remote software teams. Benefit from increased productivity  It’s […]

todayJanuary 12, 2020 43

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Buoyant, booming Belfast

Belfast, Northern Ireland's capital city, is perhaps best known for the sectarian strife that took place here during the era of the "Troubles," and as the birthplace of the Titanic (and many other ships that didn't sink). While these two claims to fame aren't too uplifting, Belfast's story is hardly a downer. This unsinkable city, just two hours away from Dublin by train, makes for a fascinating day trip. Wandering through cheery downtown modern-day Belfast, it's hard to believe that the bright […]

todayJanuary 11, 2020 29

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Four quick home improvement projects to spruce up your home

Home improvement projects don’t have to be costly or time-consuming. There are a variety of ways to give your home a mini-makeover without breaking the bank or taking up all of your free time. Change up the handles, knobs and pulls Cabinet hardware may become dingy over time. The handles and knobs are used often, which causes the finish to dull and scratches to pop up on the surface. Hinges may become loose, broken or rusted. Hardware can also become […]

todayJanuary 7, 2020 66

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How to defend yourself against 21st century travel scams

Europe is a surprisingly creative place when it comes to travel scams. Many of the most successful gambits require a naively trusting tourist, but seasoned travelers can be taken in, too. We should all be wary of the numerous subtle scams — a cabbie pads your fare, a hotel business-center computer records your password, or a waiter offers a special with a "special" increased price. But if you're cautious and not overly trusting, you should have no problem. Here are […]

todayJanuary 3, 2020 51

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Now that Christmas is over, what do you do with your tree?

(The Center Square) -- After all the effort of keeping the Christmas tree alive through the holidays, what do you do next with the tree? Many communities offer Christmas tree disposal as part of garbage pickup, usually within a few weeks of Christmas. The National Christmas Tree Association says tree recycling programs are a growing trend in many communities. The group recommends checking with the local municipal public works department for detailed information for tree disposal or recycling options. “They […]

todayDecember 30, 2019 72

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EDITORIAL: Twitter, Spotify choose to be losers in 2020 election ad race while Facebook, Google cash in

Presidential candidates running for the role of commander-in-chief have spent more than $105 million on digital ads to date. Facebook and Google have received a lion's share of the ad revenue. Twitter chose to opt-out for the 2020 presidential election, and just recently, Spotify decided to opt-out as well. This is despite political organizations like the campaign of Bernie Sanders and the Republican National Committee who previously utilized the platform's paid ad network. With billionaires in the presidential race, such […]

todayDecember 28, 2019 112

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Musk predicts Las Vegas tunnel to be completed in 2020, ahead of schedule

LAS VEGAS (UPI) -- Entrepreneur Elon Musk said he believes the Las Vegas tunneling system his Boring Company is creating under the city's convention center could be done by next year, possibly months ahead of schedule. Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, made the prediction on Twitter. The $48.7 million project will transport visitors to and from the massive Las Vegas Convention Center along three spots to the Las Vegas Strip, turning a 15-minute walk into a one-minute trip. […]

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