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OP-ED: Common misconceptions about fiat currency

Editor Note: This is the first part of a three-part op-ed regarding money. There are some common misconceptions about today’s money. One is that our currency is backed by the gold in Fort Knox and we can exchange our dollars for gold. Another is that money, somehow magically, comes from government and that the government has to bring money into being before the society can start utilizing the “wealth” that the government creates. But what actually constitutes something as money? […]

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What causes declines in employment numbers?

Employment is something that nobody can escape from. You’re either employed by a company, or you’re the person who is doing the employing. All we know is that people all around the world are desperate for a job, no matter which side of the line that they’re on. But with so many people rushing for a job, and so many jobs not actually being available, it’s leaving a big problem in the world. We have noticed how there is such […]

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Over 100 GameStop employees laid off, including Game Informer editorial staff

GRAPEVINE, Tex. (Heartland Newsfeed) -- In a press release Tuesday, GameStop announced the layoff of over a hundred employees as part of an ongoing company initiative. The job cuts, as part of the company's Reboot initiative to reform the company for future longevity and allowed for financial performance improvements, involved multiple divisions within the company from the corporate headquarters in Grapevine, Tex. to Game Informer magazine staffers. A statement to gaming website GameSpot stated that more than 120 staff positions […]

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Six potential mishaps while road trekking across the country

We have all dreamt at least once of going on an amazing journey by car. We see the adventure, amazing landmarks, and laughs with friends all the time in television shows and movies. Going on a road trip is one of the most exciting things that you can do, especially when you’re young. The trouble is, no matter how well you plan the journey, there is always a chance that something will go wrong. With that in mind, here are […]

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Rix Quinn’s Minute Story: Back to school

Yes, it’s that special time when boys and girls wave goodbye to the family, wait for the bus, then travel to meet a new instructor. Sadly, I once boarded the wrong bus and ended up at a senior citizens' basketball tournament. But that's another story. On the plus side, a new school term allows students to get reacquainted with old classmates and find out if the cafeteria still serves “mystery meat,” then guess what reptile it comes from. On the […]

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Louisiana, New Orleans Saints nearing long term deal while subsidizing stadium renovations

BATON ROUGE, La. (The Center Square) -- Louisiana officials are close to finalizing a deal with the New Orleans Saints that would keep the team in place for another 30 years, Gov. John Bel Edwards said Monday. “I feel really good that we’re going to work this out,” he said, shortly after visiting a Saints practice. The deal would represent a 15-year commitment, with the structure in place for an additional 15 years, Edwards said. The arrangement would include an estimated […]

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How entrepreneurs can remediate debt and take steps to becoming a millionaire

When you are setting up a small business, it is quite possible that in your haste to ramp up the business operations, you max out your credit cards. You find that your cash flows cannot support both the business requirements and the monthly payments and soon you are deep in debt with collection agencies calling daily. Being in debt can be immensely stressful and it is very important to take concrete steps to get rid of it as fast as […]

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Headless commerce and how it can help boost retail sales

Sometimes, though it may seem paradoxical, the best way to get ahead is to lose one. Yes, we’re looking at the oddly-named headless commerce structure that’s started to pick up popularity in the online retail world. It evidently brings something to the table, or else it wouldn’t have gathered such buzz — so what makes it worthwhile? Here, we’re going to take a look at what headless commerce means, and run through the fundamentals of how it can help a […]

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2020: Entrepreneurial goals to pursue

2020 is several months away, and as such, that means the potential for a fresh start in a new decade. As an entrepreneur or professional trying to make a go of things, this can serve as a brand new timeline for you to once again attack your goals with freshness and vitality, looking to the future with optimism and care.  We would be remiss if we do not look to the past and the year we had previous to inform […]

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