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Wyndham Rewards Has Reopened Its Status Match Program, Matching Up To Diamond Level
After quite a long hiatus, Wyndham Rewards has officially reopened the status match program where tier members of competing programs can match all the way up to Wyndham Diamond status.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
FPA Crescent Fund Goes Anywhere for Value Investments
Get Free Report isn’t your grandfather’s type of mutual fund. It goes anywhere for any kind of investment. “FPA Crescent’s learned managers focus on capital preservation with an unorthodox approach,” Morningstar analyst Chris Tate wrote in a commentary. He gave the fund Morningstar’s highest rating of gold, noting that the managers “invest wherever compelling risk/reward opportunities exist.”
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
Hate groups’ political influence growing, watchdog says
More than 1,200 hate and anti-government extremist groups were active across the United States in 2022, according to the SouthernPoverty Law Center’s latest report on the nationwide prevalence of extremists who target people of color, LGBTQ people, Jewish communities and other religious minorities.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
Canada wildfires are leading to air-quality alerts in US. Here’s how to stay safe
Intense Canadian wildfires are blanketing the northeastern U.S. in a dystopian haze, turning the air acrid, the sky yellowish gray and prompting warnings for vulnerable populations to stay inside.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
Flashpoint in Israel: Divide between religious and secular Jews heats up under Netanyahu’s rule
The sound of children and music echoed down a narrow basement hallway in Israel as they scrambled in a pool of balls, climbed on a jungle gym, munched popcorn and laughed.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
Smart Moves: How to Sidestep Capital Gains Tax on Property Gifts. Content Warning.
Introduction: When it comes to gifting property, many people are unaware of the potential tax implications involved. Capital gains tax can significantly impact the value of the gift, but with careful planning and knowledge of the tax laws, you can minimize or even eliminate this tax burden. In this article, we will explore smart strategies to help you sidestep capital gains tax on property gifts and make the most of your generous intentions.
By cheap accountant3 years ago in Journal
FBI warns of increasing use of AI-generated deep fakes in sextortion schemes
The FBI on Monday warned of the increasing use of artificial intelligence to generate phony videos for use in sextortion schemes that attempt to harass minors and non-consulting adults or coerce them into paying ransoms or complying with other demands.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
Florida grand jury involved in Trump documents probe by Justice Dept.
Federal prosecutors are using a grand jury in Florida as part of their investigation into the possible mishandling of classified documents at former President Donald Trump’s Palm Beach property, a person familiar with the matter said Tuesday night.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
A ‘Payday Loan’ From a Health Care Behemoth
Alex Shteynshlyuger, a urologist with a practice in New York City, feels surrounded by UnitedHealth Group. He has seen the company gobble up private practices and says it’s slow to pay claims. It also started offering cash-flow services that, Shteynshlyuger says, feel a lot like payday loans.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
China trade tumbles in May, adding to signs economic recovery is slowing
China’s exports fell 7.5% from a year earlier in May and imports were down 4.5%, adding to signs an economic rebound following the end of anti-virus controls is slowing as global demand weakens under pressure from higher interest rates.
By Firenews Feed3 years ago in Journal
Setting Up Shop in a Profitable Neighborhood. Content Warning.
In this introductory paragraph, I will explain why picking the right location for your business is so important. Locating in an optimal zone can increase foot traffic, advertise your business, and improve productivity. However, there are several aspects to think about before settling on the best site. In this article, we'll discuss why a good location is crucial for a company's success, and we'll offer some suggestions for where to set up shop.
By Munnazir Zarin3 years ago in Journal
