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Reduce, reuse, resale : Sunnyvale nonprofit supplies leftover fabric, craft supplies at affordable costs
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Reduce, reuse, resale : Sunnyvale nonprofit supplies leftover fabric ...
Quick Glance: Efficient Use of Excess Fabrics and Craft Supplies by Nonprofit in Sunnyvale
  • Every year, significant amounts of fabric waste end up in Americans' trash cans, resulting in a substantial burden of 92 million tons of global textile waste.

  • In Sunnyvale, a nonprofit organization is dedicated to reducing this amount while also supporting local crafters.

  • Through weekly donations from dozens of showrooms at the San Francisco Design Center and community members, FabMo saves approximately 70 tons of material from the landfill each year.

  • The organization provides locals with a sustainable way to utilize materials, including aspiring textile and fiber artists or teachers in need of craft supplies.
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Tesla mass layoffs impact Bay Area, with over 2,750 jobs lost: Tesla mass layoffs slam Bay Area workers in Fremont and Palo Alto facilities, with over 2 ...
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Tesla mass layoffs impact Bay Area, with over 2,750 jobs lost
Quick Glance: Tesla Layoffs Impact Bay Area with Over 2,750 Jobs Lost
  • Tesla mass layoffs hit Bay Area's Fremont and Palo Alto facilities, resulting in over 2,750 job cuts. The job cuts are part of a broader 10% workforce reduction at Tesla, affecting various locations.

  • The layoffs are set to commence on June 14, impacting employees across multiple sites in Fremont and Palo Alto. In addition, significant job losses will occur in Lathrop, Burbank, and Austin, totaling thousands of affected workers.

  • Tesla's decision to eliminate a large portion of its workforce stems from the need to reduce costs amidst industry challenges. CEO Elon Musk emphasized the necessity of these layoffs despite their impact on employees and communities.

  • The company's restructuring plan reflects a shift in focus and operational strategies to address market dynamics, including declining stock value and competitive pressures in the electric vehicle sector. Tesla's future direction aims to navigate these challenges while maintaining its position in the industry.
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Record value for financial assets: German private households are richer than ever
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Record value for financial assets: German private households are richer ...
Quick Glance: Record: Germans Hold 7716 Billion Euros in Wealth
  • German private individuals hold a net wealth of 7716 billion euros.

  • Stocks and investment funds saw significant gains in the last quarter.

  • Cash and bank deposits remain the largest component of wealth.

  • Household net wealth increases by 244 billion euros to 5560 billion euros.
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Record value for financial assets: German private households are richer than ever
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Record value for financial assets: German private households are richer ...
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New version of Tiny11 Builder lets you debloat any Windows 11 build or version: If you think the stock Windows 11 is cluttered too much and you want a more ...
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New version of Tiny11 Builder lets you debloat any Windows 11 build or ...
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Rooting for Trump to fail has made his stock shorters millions: There have been plenty of scary moments, including last week when DJT, the ex-president’s ...
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Rooting for Trump to fail has made his stock shorters millions
Quick Glance: Profiting from Trump's Truth Social Appears Lucrative
  • An amateur Wall Street investor group has made millions by betting against the stock price of Trump's social media company.

  • Their bets are driven by the company's poor financials rather than personal feelings towards the former president.

  • Despite paper profits of at least $200 million, they remain cautious due to the stock's volatility.

  • Buyers of Trump's stock could amplify losses for short sellers through massive purchases and a potential 'short squeeze.'
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Harley-Davidson profit falls 23% on slowing sales, shares tumble: Harley-Davidson on Thursday reported a 23% decline in first-quarter profit ...
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Harley-Davidson profit falls 23% on slowing sales, shares tumble
Quick Glance: Harley-Davidson Boosts Profit with New Models
  • Harley-Davidson reported a better-than-expected first-quarter profit, driven by sales of new Touring motorcycles in North America.

  • The company benefited from increased demand for the newly launched 2024 Touring models, while facing declining sales in Europe and Asia.

  • Adjusted earnings per share for the first quarter were $1.72, exceeding the average analyst expectation of $1.51 per share.

  • Revenue from motorcycles and related products decreased by about 5% to $1.48 billion in the quarter, but still surpassed estimates of $1.34 billion.
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Weak business figures: Tesla's quarterly profit falls by 55 percent: The US electric car manufacturer Tesla is struggling with falling sales figures ...
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Weak business figures: Tesla's quarterly profit falls by 55 percent
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Google parent announces first-ever dividend; beats on sales, profit; shares soar: Alphabet announced its first-ever dividend on Thursday and a $70 billion stock ...
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Google parent announces first-ever dividend; beats on sales ...
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The CEO of Jefferies Just Sold $65 Million in Shares to Buy a Yacht: Jefferies CEO Rich Handler sold $65 million worth of stock in the company to buy a yacht ...
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The CEO of Jefferies Just Sold $65 Million in Shares to Buy a Yacht
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Donald Trump is on the verge of another $1 billion Truth Social windfall: Former President Donald Trump is on the cusp of scoring a major financial bonanza – at ...
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Donald Trump is on the verge of another $1 billion Truth Social windfall
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Elon Musk finally the 'adult in the room,' Tesla headed for growth: Wedbush: "Elon Musk finally stepped up as the adult in the room and laid the foundation for ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk Leads Tesla to Growth: Wedbush
  • Elon Musk is referred to as the 'adult in the room' and lays the foundation for Tesla's growth strategy, according to Wedbush analysts.

  • Tesla stock could be headed for better days, as Elon Musk finally steps up as the 'adult in the room' to calm investors amidst various headwinds, noted Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives.

  • The company particularly reiterated its guidance on the Model 2, a lower-cost electric vehicle set to roll out next year, eagerly awaited by Wall Street to boost sales. This cheaper model will be crucial for Tesla's success, focusing on sales volume in the near term, as highlighted by Ives.

  • Despite short-term headwinds, Tesla is on a good trajectory in the long run, as mentioned by Wedbush. Ives added that the company has a 'golden vision' regarding its full self-driving technology, pivotal for Tesla's strategy over the next decade.
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Tesla to cut more than 14,000 jobs as troubles deepen: CEO Elon Musk detailed the plans to lay off about 10 per cent of its global workforce in a memo sent to ...
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Tesla to cut more than 14,000 jobs as troubles deepen
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Fears about stagflation are mounting in the US. It’s every central banker’s worst nightmare
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Fears about stagflation are mounting in the US. It’s every central ...
Quick Glance: Rising Key Fed Inflation Measure in March
  • In March, inflation remained strong, with an important indicator closely monitored by the Federal Reserve indicating elevated price pressures.

  • The personal consumption expenditures price index excluding food and energy increased 2.8% from a year ago in March, above expectations.

  • Both the all-items PCE price gauge and the core index increased by 2.7%, higher than estimates, leading to a positive market reaction.

  • Markets reacted mildly to the data, with Wall Street set to open higher, while Treasury yields fell and the probability of rate cuts increased slightly.
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Tesla said on Tuesday it had pulled forward the launch of new models from the second half of 2025, sending its shares up nearly 7% in after-hours trading. Show more
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Meta shares plunge as prolonged AI spending plans unnerve investors: Meta Platforms' shares plunged 14% in premarket trading on Thursday as the social media ...
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Meta shares plunge as prolonged AI spending plans unnerve investors
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Tesla’s in its flop era: Tesla is in trouble. Sales are down, its stock is tumbling, and the company’s future appears to be in doubt ...
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Tesla’s in its flop era
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Beyoncé Shares Her Wash Day Ritual And Reveals Natural Hair Length: Beyonce shared an Instagram video breaking down how she maintains her signature blonde using ...
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Beyoncé Shares Her Wash Day Ritual And Reveals Natural Hair Length