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Six months after HyLife shut down, former workers hope for ‘better life’ if plant reopens

Six months after HyLife shut down, former workers hope for ‘better life’ if plant reopens

Half a year after the plant closed at short notice, laid-off workers and the city itself await the reopening of the pork processor under new ownership. However, the local residents have more questions than answers.
by Hannah Yang

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How to cut costs, pay down debt and save more money in 2024

How to cut costs, pay down debt and save more money in 2024

The new year is a great time to update your budget, say financial experts. Here's what you can do to curb your spending, save for emergencies and keep your investments on track.
by Marielle Segarra and Audrey Nguyen

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'New York Times' sues ChatGPT creator OpenAI, Microsoft, for copyright infringement

'New York Times' sues ChatGPT creator OpenAI, Microsoft, for copyright infringement

The Times is the first major news publisher to take OpenAI to court over the use of its copyright material in its popular chatbot. The suit follows months of tense negotiations between the two sides.
by Bobby Allyn

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5 ways life got pricier, but also cheaper, in 2023

5 ways life got pricier, but also cheaper, in 2023

Inflation eased this year, and wages are now climbing faster than prices. Americans are still spending, even if they have to borrow money to do so.
by Scott Horsley and Alina Selyukh

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Power Pair: Steve and Mary Grove support each other and Minnesota

Power Pair: Steve and Mary Grove support each other and Minnesota

The Star Tribune’s new publisher Steve Grove and startup investor Mary Grove are each other’s biggest fans and big believers in the potential of Minnesota. Listen back to MPR News host Angela Davis’ conversation with the married couple as part of her Power Pair series.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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