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☆ Latino immigrant workers died on the Baltimore bridge. More will likely rebuild it
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-04 | by ( Ramishah Maruf | Gloria Pazmino | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

More than two-thirds of Hispanic construction workers in America are foreign born. Working without a safety netFor the workers paid to rebuild the bridge, the job will be grueling — and dangerous. CNNWork-related deaths among foreign-born Hispanic or Latino workers rose to their highest level in 2021, according to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Fourteen percent of all work-related fatalities in 2021 were foreign-born Hispanic or Latino workers, and most of them worked in construction. The agency’s reports also “consistently show” that Latino and/or immigrant workers are less likely to report employer health and safety violations.

Persons: Francis Scott Key, We’re, It’s, Reinaldo Quintero, “, Carlos Hernández, Miguel Luna, Yassir Suazo Sandoval, Jose Mynor Lopez, Dorlian Castillo Cabrera, ”, Saket Soni, Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes, Soni, ” Quintero, ’ ”, Sean McGarvey, Ligia Guallpa, Quintero, Hurricane Michael, Reinaldo Quintero “, ” Guallpa, Guallpa, Hurricane, Dave Einsel, ” Soni, Ron DeSantis ’, Fort Organizations: New, New York CNN, Bureau of Labor Statistics, CNN, Key, CNN Construction, Resilience Force, Force, of Labor Statistics, New York Committee, Occupational Safety, Health, York, New York State Department of Labor, Workers, North, Unions, Worker’s, Hurricane, Panama City, Safety, Health Administration, Historic New, New York Times, Gov Locations: New York, America, Louisiana, Hurricane, Florida, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, United States, New York City, North America’s, Canada, Venezuela, Panama, Baltimore, New Orleans, Texas, North Carolina, Historic New Orleans, Fort Meyers

“There’s no strong infrastructure for safety in maritime," said Jim Hall, who led the National Transportation Safety Board from 1994 to 2001. The Dali was flagged in Singapore, which has one of the best safety records of any country where ships are based. It's not listed as one of the 42 countries identified as “flags of convenience” by the International Transport Workers Federation. He said that with maritime shipping being the oldest transportation industry, with its international regulations that rely on many different countries for enforcement, it may have the most problems. “When I talk about those other transportation industries, the maritime industry is the worst offender of safety violations, of labor violations than any other industry,” Rexha said.

Persons: “, Jim Hall, Peter DeFazio of, ”, ” DeFazio, it's, Dali —, Peter Gautier, Dali, It's, Grace Ocean, Douglas Hales, ” Hales, Roland Rexha, midflight, ” Rexha, Michael Kunzelman, Seung Min Kim Organizations: International Maritime Organization, National Transportation, Guard, Former U.S . Rep, Transportation, U.S . Coast Guard, International Chamber of Shipping coalition, Allianz Global, International Transport Workers Federation . Authorities, Synergy Marine, University of Rhode, Port, Marine Engineers, Boeing, Max, Associated Press Locations: Baltimore, London, Former, Peter DeFazio of Oregon, West, New York, United States, U.S, Singapore, Chile, Belgium, Antwerp, Callao, Western Callao, Port of Baltimore, Ohio

As Tax Day approaches, there are plenty of things small business owners should keep in mind when filing taxes this year. Since business tax filing is complex, most experts recommend small business owners work with a professional tax adviser rather than trying to file on their own or even with tax-filing software. Here are things small business owners should consider as the April 15 deadline looms. There’s also a tax credit based on employer contribution, up to $1,000 annually per employee, over the plan’s first five years. Designed to help small businesses keep employees during pandemic-era shutdowns, the generous credit let businesses file amended tax returns to claim the credit.

Persons: ”, Amber Kellogg, “, it’s, Mitch Gerstein, Gerstein, There’s, Scott Orn, Orn, ” Orn, Danny Castro, Occams Organizations: Occams Advisory, Isdaner, Congress, Kruze Consulting, BDO USA, BBO, ERC, IRS Locations: Florida

☆ A Gen Zer set out to make $100 a day for 100 days through side hustles. Here are the gigs and passive income streams she recommends.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-15 | by ( Madison Hoff | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Over the last few months, she posted videos highlighting the money she made from passive income or side hustles . "I think I've always made side hustles kind of a game of some sort for myself in order to bring in extra money." Finding side hustles and passive income streams that fit your needsMitchell said she would recommend side hustles or making passive income if you're willing to make the time commitment. Side hustles and passive income have been helpful for Mitchell outside her job at a church. This passive income method might not be an available side hustle option for all; TikTok requires participating accounts to be US-based.

Persons: Jackie Mitchell, —, Mitchell, I'm, you'll, wouldn't, hasn't, Brand, that's Organizations: Service, Focus Group, Focus, UGC, Program Beta

☆ Money market funds are yielding north of 5%. Here's when it may pay to look elsewhere
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-08 | by ( Michelle Fox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Investors can't get enough of money market funds these days due to their attractive yields, which are north of 5%. When money market funds work Those who need easy access to cash could benefit from the money market funds' liquidity, which is one of the asset's biggest advantages, Benz said. However, unlike bank savings accounts, money market funds are not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. While money market funds may be yielding more than longer-term Treasurys or investment-grade bonds right now, that isn't necessarily always going to be the case. "Why would someone invest in a 5-year Treasury note when a money market fund is yielding higher?

Persons: Christine Benz, hasn't, Charles Schwab, Hermes, Peter Crane, Benz, Barry Glassman, Glassman, laddering, —, Jesse Pound Organizations: Morningstar, Crane Data, Fidelity, Data, Vanguard, Wealth, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Benz, CNBC

☆ TikTok is killing its Creator Fund after months of criticism from influencers
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-07 | by ( Jordan Hart | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

He had spoken against TikTok's Creator Fund. Victoria Paris, a 24-year-old full-time influencer, previously told Insider that she earned just over $40,000 from TikTok's creator fund in 2021. He also had spoken against the TikTok Creator Fund. Steve Granitz/Getty ImagesShawn Owens, 27, said the creator fund isn't set up to benefit micro-influencers like himself. Despite having 70,000 followers and plenty of viral moments, Owens said he "never made any substantial money from the Creator Fund."

Persons: TikTok, —, Hank Green, TikTokers, MrBeast, Paris, Steve Granitz, Shawn Owens, isn't, Owens Organizations: Service, TikTok's, Creator, Creativity, TikTok Locations: France, Germany, TikTok, Victoria Paris

☆ 3 sellers share how they settled on the perfect price for their products on Amazon, Shopify and Etsy
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-07 | by ( Ella Hopkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Sellers can make six figures from selling items they've made or bought elsewhere on e-commerce platforms such as Etsy , Amazon , and Shopify . But figuring out how to price your items can require experimentation — which can mean getting it wrong at first. Dinh decided in March 2022 to set up her own shop on Shopify when Etsy increased its transaction fees for sellers . An Amazon seller increased his prices until his sales stoppedBen Alistor started selling tanning mitts on Amazon FBA as a side hustle with his partner in June 2018. "Selling on Amazon FBA is a fine balance between running out of stock and not selling enough products," he said.

Persons: Sellers, Price, Tammy Dinh, Dinh, underpaying, Read, I've, Ben Alistor, Alistor, Emma Larocque, Larocque Organizations: YouTube, Amazon, Printful Locations: Alibaba

Berkshire changed the accounting practices at Pilot this year after it acquired control of the company. “Berkshire is intent on using the accounting change to justify grossly underpaying Pilot (the Haslam family) for its 20% interest," the lawsuit said. The Haslam family, which includes Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and former Tennessee Gov. But the family did say Berkshire estimated its stake would be worth $3.2 billion without the accounting change. “This legal dispute is limited to a narrow issue between owners and is in no way related to the management or day-to-day operations of Pilot Company," Seabrook said.

Persons: Haslam, Warren Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway, Jim Haslam, Jimmy Haslam, Bill Haslam, Buffett, Kristin Seabrook, Seabrook, Haslams, “ Organizations: Travel Centers, Berkshire, Cleveland Browns, Tennessee Gov, Pilot Company Locations: OMAHA, Neb, Pilot, Berkshire, “ Berkshire, United States, Canada

☆ Google must pay female cloud exec $1.15 million in gender discrimination suit, jury says
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-23 | by ( Ellen Thomas | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Google is ordered to pay the executive $1.15 million in damages. Rowe joined Google as technical director of financial services at Google Cloud in 2017. At Google, Rowe was hired as a "Level 8 director." The hiring manager told Rowe that all technical directors were being hired at Level 8, according to the complaint. A leaked set of Google salary data submitted by over 12,000 employees showed a small median pay gap between male and female employees.

Persons: Ulku Rowe, Rowe, Morgan Chase, it's, Meta, Ellen Thomas Organizations: Google, Microsoft, Twitter, Elon Locations: New York, Texas, ethomas@insider.com

NEW DELHI, Sept 26 (Reuters) - India's tax department has demanded around $150 million from Tiger Global-backed gaming company Dream11 for underpaying taxes during 2017-2019, which the company disputes, and officials are investigating its payments for four more years, legal documents show. Dream11 and Indian tax authorities are in a dispute over what tax rates should be paid by such gaming platforms, which have become hugely popular for fantasy cricket games they offer. Dream11 declined to comment and India's tax authorities did not respond to a request for comment. Dream11 has filed a lawsuit in the High Court in Mumbai challenging the notices, court papers showed. Indian tax inspectors are "alleging that the service" provided by Dream11 "is that of betting/gambling/wagering", court papers stated.

Persons: Dream11, Aditya Kalra, Susan Fenton Organizations: Tiger Global, Reuters, Thomson Locations: DELHI, Mumbai

☆ Analysis: FTC settlement could shelter Amgen from US price cuts, taxes
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-05 | by ( Deena Beasley | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +5 min

An Amgen sign is seen at the company's office in South San Francisco, California October 21, 2013. With Horizon, Amgen acquires drugs that won't be affected by new U.S. negotiation requirements for blockbuster medications as well as possible tax advantages stemming from Horizon's headquarters in Ireland. Analysts said the Horizon deal could also help Amgen's tax situation. The United States has largely eliminated once-lucrative corporate tax benefits for pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory. Horizon offers Amgen "potentially a better tax jurisdiction related to Irish manufacturing plants ... Amgen has a new manufacturing process they could potentially move there," Cowen's Werber said.

Persons: Robert Galbraith, Abiel Garcia, John Kness, Donald Trump, Garcia, Evan Seigerman, Lina Khan, Cowen, Biden, Michael Yee, Amgen, Cowen's Werber, Deena Beasley, Peter Henderson, Paul Simao Organizations: REUTERS, U.S . Federal Trade, Horizon Therapeutics, U.S, District, Federal, Activision, Horizon, Amgen, BMO Capital Markets, FTC, Reuters, U.S . Food, Drug Administration, Jefferies, Medicare, Internal Revenue Service, United, Thomson Locations: South San Francisco , California, Amgen, Kesselman, Ireland, U.S, Puerto Rico, United States, Irish

☆ Disney accused in lawsuit of 'systematically' paying women less than men in California
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-01 | by ( Industry Insight | Corporate Attorneys Don T Want To Pay Law Firms For Chatgpt When They Could Use It Themselves | Zach Warren | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

[1/2] A screen shows the logo and a ticker symbol for The Walt Disney Company on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, U.S., December 14, 2017. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File PhotoJune 30 (Reuters) - Walt Disney (DIS.N) has been accused of systematically underpaying women in California in a lawsuit that alleges the company's female employees in the state earned $150 million less than their male counterparts over an eight year period. An analysis of Disney's human resource data from April 2015 through December 2022 has found female Disney employees were paid roughly 2% less than male counterparts, the filing said. Nine current or past Disney employees have joined the suit. Lower pay for women in California would breach the state's Equal Pay Act and the Fair Employment & Housing Act.

Persons: Brendan McDermid, Walt Disney, David Neumark, Shawna, Swanson, LaRonda Rasmussen, Lori Andrus, Dawn Chmielewski, Edwina Gibbs Organizations: Walt Disney Company, New York Stock Exchange, REUTERS, Disney, University of California Irvine, Housing, Thomson Locations: New York, U.S, California, Los Angeles

☆ Cross-border payroll is complicated — and risky. From tax and labor laws to forex and banking regs, here's what you need to know.
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-22 | by ( Sponsor Post | Created Papaya With Insider Studios | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +17 min

The challenges and complexities of cross-border payroll paymentsCross-border payroll payments can present several challenges and complexities for employers. Banking systemsSome countries have a less developed banking system, which can make the process of cross-border payroll payments more complex. Cons:Limited acceptance: In some countries, payroll cards may have limited acceptance, making them less attractive as a cross-border payroll payment method. The role of technology in streamlining the process of cross-border payroll paymentsMost payroll companies outsource the delivery of payroll payments. Manage cross-border payroll payments effectivelyAdopting a dedicated technology for global payroll payments — like Papaya Global — can make the process of paying your global workforce faster, smoother, and more reliable.

Persons: paychecks, Banks Organizations: Mastercard, Employers, Global, McKinsey Global, Insider Studios Locations: Canada, New York, India, United States, Belgium

Below, you'll find our top picks for the best banks for avoiding ATM fees. The best banks for avoiding bank ATM fees have free regional or national ATM networks, so you won't be charged for using an ATM. The Best Banks for Avoiding ATM FeesLendingClub Bank: Best online bank for avoiding domestic ATM feesConnexus Credit Union: Best credit union for avoiding domestic ATM feesChase: Best national bank for avoiding domestic ATM feesCharles Schwab: Best institution for avoiding international ATM feesTD Bank: Best regional bank for avoiding domestic ATM feesBetterment: Best online banking platform for avoiding domestic ATM feesWe've included brick-and-mortar banks, online banks, credit unions, and online banking platforms, so you can choose from a variety of options. Unlimited refunds on out-of-network ATM fees Check mark icon A check mark. You could also refer to the schedules of fees document to review ATM fees and ATM withdrawal limits."

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Winner: TD Bank The TD Bank Convenience Checking Account makes it easier to waive monthly service fees than Chase Total Checking®. Interest rates are variable and subject to change Minimum Deposit Amount $0 View Full Details Learn moreChase Savings℠ 3.25 /5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star 3.25 out of 5 Stars Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 0.01% effective as of 10/10/2022. Winner: TD Bank TD Bank CDs require a much lower minimum opening deposit than Chase CDs. TD Bank vs. Chase Trustworthiness and BBB RatingsWe include ratings from the Better Business Bureau to evaluate how a bank deals with customer issues. The BBB also gave TD Bank an B rating because government action was taken against the TD Bank.

Read our review Read Our Review A looong arrow, pointing rightCiti vs. Bank of America vs. Chase Ssavings Account ComparisonsSee how Citi, Bank of America, and Chase savings accounts compare. Citi® Accelerate Savings Bank of America Advantage Savings Account Chase Savings℠ APY 3.85% (vary by location) 0.01% to 0.04% 0.01% effective as of 10/10/2022. Winner: Bank of America and Citi Bank of America and Citi tie in this category because their savings accounts stand out for different reasons. Citi Fixed Rate CD 3.25 /5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star 3.25 out of 5 Stars Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 0.05% to 4.15% Minimum Deposit Amount $500 View Full Details Learn moreCiti Fixed Rate CD 3.25 /5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star 3.25 out of 5 Stars Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 0.05% to 4.15% Minimum Deposit Amount $500 View Full Details Learn more at Citi's secure site. Which bank of the three, Citi, Bank of America, or Chase, is the safest?

It might not be a surprise that the three biggest financial institutions in the US are Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo. Compare Bank of America and Chase and Wells Fargo Bank of AmericaChaseWells Fargo Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Editor's Rating 3.5/5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star Standout feature Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Bank of America Advantage Savings Account Chase Savings℠ Wells Fargo Kids Way2Save Savings Account APY 0.01% to 0.04% 0.01% effective as of 10/10/2022. Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo are all FDIC insured.

☆ Why do I owe taxes this year? 6 reasons you may not get a refund
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-19 | by ( Jamie Johnson | Lisa Niser | Jamie Johnson Is A Kansas City-Based Personal Finance Writer Whose Work Has Been Featured On Several Of The Top Finance | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

Common reasons include underpaying quarterly taxes if you're self-employed or not updating your withholding as a W-2 employee. Let's look at six common reasons some people could owe money to the IRS. Editor's Rating 4.6/5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star Editor's Rating 3.7/5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star Editor's Rating 4.5/5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star Learn more On Tax Slayer's website Learn more On Liberty Tax's website Learn more On H&R Block's website1. If you underpay your quarterly taxes — or fail to pay them — you could owe money at the end of the year. If you haven't paid any income taxes on the benefits you received, you may owe money when you file.

☆ Elon Musk's Crackdown at Twitter Offers Hope to Fellow Tech Founders
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-19 | by ( Melia Russell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

But there's one group, almost unnoticed in the midst of the online firestorm, that has been cheering Musk on from the sidelines: other tech executives. To some founders, Musk is simply a monstrous version of the executive they wish they could be. Musk is getting rid of perks like free meals in the Twitter cafeteria — and other tech executives are taking note. Musk's slash-and-burn approach gives tech executives cover for making unpopular decisions. But now, as tech companies cut back to prepare for a recession, the "rough waters out there" have forced his staff to "reevaluate" their demands.

☆ Inside the cold war between Amazon and unions, which are wielding drones and secret agents to expose the company's labor practices
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-15 | by ( Katherine Long | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Unions infiltrated Amazon construction sites in Oregon and Washington seeking regulatory violations. On a frosty morning in February 2021, Tom Tanner walked into an under-construction Amazon warehouse in eastern Washington seeking work. Campaigns to organize Amazon warehouse workers have grabbed national headlines. Amazon workers at the LDJ5 Amazon Sort Center join a rally in support of the union on April 24 in Staten Island, New York. Wendell Jeffson in a boom lift at the Amazon warehouse in Shelby, Michigan, when he was 17.

Winner: TD Bank The TD Bank Convenience Checking Account makes it easier to waive monthly service fees than Chase Total Checking®. Interest rates are variable and subject to change Minimum Deposit Amount $0 View Full Details Learn moreChase Savings℠ 3.25 /5 A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star A five pointed star 3.25 out of 5 Stars Annual Percentage Yield (APY) 0.01% APY effective as of 10/10/2022. Winner: TD Bank TD Bank CDs require a much lower minimum opening deposit than Chase CDs. TD Bank vs. Chase trustworthiness and BBB ratingsWe include ratings from the Better Business Bureau to evaluate how a bank deals with customer issues. The BBB also gave TD Bank an A rating because government action was taken against the TD Bank.

Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo have the most bank locations in the US. Compare Bank of America and Chase and Wells Fargo Bank of AmericaChaseWells Fargo Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Read our review Read Our Review A looong arrow, pointing rightBank of America vs. Chase vs. Wells Fargo savings account comparisonsMost brick-and-mortar banks pay a low interest rates on savings accounts. Bank of America Advantage Savings Account Chase Savings℠ Wells Fargo Kids Way2Save Savings Account APY 0.01% to 0.04% APY 0.01% APY effective as of 09/26/2022. Your money will be safe in a bank account if a financial institution is federally insured by the FDIC or NCUA.

☆ YouTube announces creators will be eligible for revenue from Shorts, the platform's TikTok competitor
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-21 | by ( Morgan Sung | Morgan Sung Is A Trends Reporter For Nbc News Digital. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +4 min

YouTube unveiled major changes to its partner program Tuesday, announcing that creators will soon be able to earn ad revenue off of Shorts, its TikTok competitor. The YouTube Partner Program, which began in 2007, has paid creators a cut of ad revenue generated from their videos. Instead, YouTube launched the temporary Shorts Fund, a $100 million fund distributed over the course of 2021-22, to pay eligible creators. For videos posted to Shorts, YouTube will add up the entirety of the revenue from ads run between videos on its Shorts Feed to "reward Shorts creators and help cover the cost of music licensing." "It feels like YouTube cares about creators with their hearts, but they care about the labels with their wallets," Green wrote.

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