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Nexxen is latest programmatic player to widen TV's live sports window
The ad tech company wants to make it easier for buyers to funnel budgets from smaller brands into live sports TV ad avails.
Portland mayor wants to double size of city’s small business tax exemption
During a speech at the Oregon Leadership Summit, Wilson said he will propose doubling the city’s business license tax exemption from $50,000 in gross receipts annually to $100,000.
2025 Big Bets Report: 6-Leg, $25 Parlay Cashes for $61k on NFL Sunday
A small wager yielded huge dividends after a $25 parlay hit big. Patrick Everson has the scoop on that major payout and more from the weekend.
JPMorganChase to raise fees on some small-business accounts
The bank is increasing monthly and transaction fees on a business checking account for the first time since 2017.
Kelsie Moak: Quick ways to strengthen your digital defenses
Identifying how much time and money you should invest in cybersecurity can be difficult, especially for smaller businesses without in-house IT staff. But Gulf South Technology Solutions COO Kelsie Moak insists improving your company’s cyber defenses doesn’t have to mean spending big. Here are her top five steps for getting started. Shift your mindset Many […]
Bank of America Debuts Small Business Retirement Platform
Bank of America is introducing a retirement-focused digital platform for business owners and their workers. The new platform, announced Monday (Dec. 8),
Small Business Amicus Brief Questions Tax Foreclosure Procedures
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Michael Pung v. Isabella County at the U.S. Supreme Court concerning tax debt, just compensation, and property rights.
SPONSORED Empowering small business success in South Carolina
At Mastercard's Greenville event, local leaders shared ideas to help small businesses grow smarter, safer and stronger.
JD Vance says Trump crudely mocked politician’s manhood after asking his shoe size
Vice President JD Vance related a below-the-belt joke by Donald Trump, saying he wouldn’t publicly “embarrass” another politician by talking about his small shoe size.
AirPods Pro 3 Matching Black Friday Low Price of $219.99 on Amazon
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have returned to the low price of $219.99 today on Amazon, down from $249.00. We first tracked this deal during Black Friday, and today is one of the first times it's returned since that event ended. Note. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
UK publishes small business finance review findings
The review focused on debt finance barriers, lending market trends, alternative finance, and underserved entrepreneurs.
Winners Announced for 2025 IAPO Business Awards
IAP Career College, in partnership with the International Association of Professional Organizations (IAPO), is delighted to announce the winners of the inaugural 2025 IAPO Business Awards, celebrating exceptional achievement, innovation, and leadership among small and independent businesses worldwide.
Too busy to meditate? Microdosing mindfulness has big health benefits
Small bursts of mindfulness practices lasting a minute or less can have unexpected benefits for those with busy lives - here’s how
Vaccine divide helps Trump overturn accepted policies
Trump's push for a vaccine overhaul feeds off of a divide — small but growing — over who should have the final say.
SBA extends deadline for 2026 National Small Business Week Awards nominations
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) extended the 2026 National Small Business Week awards nominations deadline to Dec. 22.
New police Chief Clay Morris to speak to Hoover Small Business Alliance
The breakfast will be at the Hoover Randle Home and Gardens on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Omaha small business vendors see improved sales at Midwest Fest weekend
Holiday shopping season is crucial for vendors who rely on outdoor markets to supplement income.
Ukrainians get creative to keep businesses alive amid winter blackouts
Small businesses have been forced to get creative to keep their doors open and customers happy while power supplies remain unreliable.
Madison businesses ‘redo’ Small Business Saturday after storms slowed holiday shopping
Many storefronts say Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are days they typically rely on, but this year’s timing left them scrambling.
Christmas in LeClaire offers fun, helps make up for Small Business Saturday
Holiday fun is underway in LeClaire.
Anwar to Cut Small Business Costs After Poor Poll, Bernama Says
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced measures to help reduce cost burdens for small and medium enterprises in the Southeast Asian country, according to a Bernama report, days after his coalition performed poorly in state legislative elections in Sabah.
Chicago small businesses seek redo after snow-plagued Small Business Saturday
It’s not a secret Chicagoans are a hardy bunch in the winter, but we also have our limits. One week ago, the winter storm all but cut Small Business Saturday off at the knees.
Why Black Businesses In SoCal’s Orange County Are Thriving As Trailblazers
With strong support from the community, the small number of Black-owned businesses in Orange County are thriving as trailblazers.
Small Business Administration continues probe into Minnesota fraud allegations
SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler discusses her organization’s probe of Minnesota welfare fraud allegations on ‘Saturday in America.’
Gym tied to outbreak of obscure disease that spreads through mist
The outbreak blamed on "gym exposure" is relatively small, but it has helped push cases tied to the Legionella bacteria to a 10-year high in Florida.
For small businesses hit by soaring costs, layoffs are painful and personal
Lacie Carroll-Marsh had to lay off 17 of her 31 employees this year: “We have Christmases together. And it hurts. There’s tears on both sides.”
Why Costco, other businesses are suing the Trump admin over tariffs
Costco is suing to secure a "complete refund" should the Supreme Court strike down many of Trump's tariffs. Small businesses can't afford the fight.
West Midlands people urged to 'shop local' and back small firms
Small Business Saturday celebrates local, independent traders amid hopes of a "lasting impact".
December 5, 2025
A boom in construction of AI data centers is facing backlash over soaring electricity and water usage, and the resulting utility hikes. Plus, to save spotted owls in the Pacific Northwest, one plan suggests killing thousands of barred owls. And, geologist Anjana Khatwa explains how embracing wonder and awe adds to our scientific understanding of the rocks that form our planet.
19 unique small business gifts that beat the boring big-box picks
From artisanal chocolate truffles from Buffalo to affordable candles poured in LA, here are the unique gifts small businesses are offering
Record bankruptcies hit mom-and-pop businesses as debts surge
'The Big Money Show' panel discusses why small businesses are struggling.
Shop Local: Black Mountain welcomes local business traffic this holiday season
The holidays have never been more important to Black Mountain than perhaps this year.
Exynos 2600 Has Yet To Enter Mass Production, With Latest Report Downplaying Previous Updates Regarding Samsung’s First 2nm GAA Chipset’s Progress
The Exynos 2600 was recently announced in a small trailer, but a new update states that Samsung’s first 2nm GAA SoC has yet to enter mass production
Small business advocate Ron Friedman remembered for impact in Corning, Elmira
Friends called Elmira business owner and Corning resident Ron Friedman a dynamic force to be reckoned with.
FIU helps small business owners to harness the potential of AI
The Florida Small Business Development Center at FIU partnered with OpenAI Academy to train entrepreneurs to adopt tools that boost efficiency and growth.
Trump’s Approval Rating Dips as Views of His Handling of the Economy Sour
The shift, while small, is notable after months of stability in President Trump’s approval rating.
Downtown York merchants saw record sales on Small Business Saturday
Several merchants, including some in Royal Square, reported record-high sales for the 'shop small' event.
Life On Arsenic? Why Some Science Just Won’t Die - And Why It Matters For Real Discovery
Remember when a small bacterium from California’s Mono Lake was supposed to rewrite the very definition of life? Headlines screamed: NASA finds “alien” life on Earth! The organism reportedly swapped out precious phosphorus - one of life’s six essential building blocks - for arsenic, the toxic villain in murder mysteries.
FDA chief says Biden administration withheld data on heart risk from Covid vaccines
Myocarditis is a known — but small — side effect of the mRNA Covid vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, information that federal agencies have discussed openly since 2021.
CT small business owners turn to TikTok
At CBIA event, business owners joined local and state officials to talk about how TikTok is transforming business activity.
Women’s Health Is Chronically Understudied and Underfunded. It’s Time for a Change
For millions of women, TikTok has become a doctor's office: Scroll through the app and you'll see endless videos about menopause, joint pain, hormone therapy – featuring no small amount of pseudoscience. Though misguided, this digital quest for medical knowledge is only a symptom of a larger issue:
Connecting Maine: how fiber internet is fueling small business growth
For one Boothbay Harbor business, broadband has helped them grow online sales and reliably process credit cards during busy in-store hours.
Small businesses lead November job losses as tariff uncertainty weighs on hiring
Small businesses lost 120,000 jobs in November amid heightened economic uncertainty over tariffs and outpaced job gains at larger firms, according to the latest ADP employment report.
How To Build Sustainability Into Your Small Business
Learn how to build a resilient small business through strategic planning, smart financial decisions, and sustainable growth practices.
Trucking credit metrics at BMO slide as the business gets smaller
The 4Q credit metrics in BMO’s transportation sector, a major lender to trucking, were significantly worse in many areas. The post Trucking credit metrics at BMO slide as the business gets smaller appeared first on FreightWaves.
Des Moines revives small business loan program
The city is working to address a financing need that traditional lenders are overlooking.
Small Business Saturday Redo
Small, locally owned shops can be found throughout the Kenosha Area. Some have been here for generations, while new ones continue to open. Since Mother Nature snowed all over our special day (on November 29) to support small businesses, let's try again! See the Facebook link of what businesses to visit in person on Saturday, December 6 during normal business hours for great deals and more!
Longtime Garner business, Little Details Boutique, closing 'due to tariffs,' smaller margins
Little Details Boutique has been a staple in the Garner community for 13 years.
LiaFi Introduces TOR Score Dashboard for Small Business Cash Flow Management
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky., December 03, 2025--LiaFi, a Fintech platform built for small businesses, today announced enhancements to its TOR Score dashboard, a proprietary cash flow variability metric designed to give sole proprietors and small business owners clarity on their financial health. The TOR Score, short for Track, Optimize, Refine, translates complex transaction data into a single score that reveals cash flow stability, identifies surplus opportunities, and flags potential risk periods. With
Nominate a Small Business for the Crowns of Enterprise Awards
2026 marks the 15th year that the Crowns of Enterprise Awards will recognize the hard work of small businesses and the economic impact they have on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area. The winners will be named during an awards ceremony in May 2026.
‘Small Business Saturday’ Hopes Dashed By 18% Spending Decline In 2025
Small Business Saturday spending dropped sharply this year, with consumers prioritizing bargains over supporting local shops due to high inflation and low confidence.
Scientists Just Tore Up a Major Particle Physics Theory
New results from the MicroBooNE experiment at Fermilab found no evidence of a hypothetical fourth flavor of neutrino
Apply now: Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant Program
Hiring Our Heroes Small Business Grant Program provides funding to help Veteran- and military spouse-owned businesses grow and thrive.
November private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000, led by steep small business job cuts, ADP reports
The payrolls decline marked a sharp step down from October, which saw an upwardly revised gain of 47,000 positions.
Small Business Saturday sheds light on local storefronts, sees lower turnout due to winter storm
During a winter storm, members of the Evanston community battled howling winds and freezing temperatures to shop at Evanston’s third annual Small Business Saturday. Having begun in 2010 as a nationwide movement to support smaller, family-owned stores, this year’s Small Business Saturday featured special deals from 28 participating local businesses in Evanston. Downtown Evanston also...
America's mayors are right to support small business
Supporting the middle class, shoring up support for the system, and restoring the lifeblood of our cities.
Olympic ice surface being built to specs smaller than NHL rinks, per source, sparking new concerns
The Olympic rink will have a shorter length but not substantially greater width, per a source, leaving players with less room to maneuver.
Texas removes women, minorities from small business program
The program will now only be eligible for service-disabled veterans. It will be called Veteran Heroes United in Business.
‘It was disheartening;’ local businesses see a decrease on Small Business Saturday
One store closed early because they didn't have many customers.
From Hawkins to Hollywood: Stranger Things Pumps Over $650M Into Georgia and $500M Into California
In one small Indiana town, many events would happen that would change many people’s lives, nearly 10 years of a beloved, wildly acclaimed series that shook the entire world. Stranger… The post From Hawkins to Hollywood: Stranger Things Pumps Over $650M Into Georgia and $500M Into California appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More.
Microsoft 365 Copilot Business: The future of work for small businesses
Microsoft announced the general availability of Microsoft 365 Copilot Business—a comprehensive, full-featured AI solution for SMBs. Learn more.
Mistral closes in on Big AI rivals with new open-weight frontier and small models
Mistral unveils its Mistral 3 lineup, including a frontier model and efficient small models designed for offline, customizable enterprise use—aiming to prove small, fine-tuned AI can beat closed-source giants.
After Snowy Small Business Saturday, Chicago Shop Owners Urge Neighbors To Buy Local
With this weekend's snowstorm keeping some customers home on Small Business Saturday, local businesses saw 40-60 percent drops in sales. They hope the rest of the season can make up for it.
Mom-and-Pop Business Bankruptcies Hit a Record as Debts Pile Up
A six-year-old federal program designed to help the smallest American businesses cut debt and get a fresh start has set a record for the number of cases filed, court data show.
50% Copper Tariffs Have Tennessee Small Business on Edge
A small, specialty manufacturer in Tennessee struggles to survive as semi-finished copper tariffs strain their operations.
Science history: Computer scientist lays out 'Moore's law,' guiding chip design for a half century
At a small local chapter meeting of a professional society, Gordon Moore's talk laid out the rudiments of what would become "Moore's law, which would govern the electronics industry for a half century.
Holiday events entice New Haveners to shop at small businesses
Downtown New Haven and Union Station featured two celebrations of the city’s small businesses on Saturday.
Winter storm impacts Small Business Saturday, owner calls for community support
Local business owner encourages intentional spending at small businesses after weather forces closures
Small business Saturday brings disappointing turnout for Omaha stores
While this weekend’s snowstorm played a role in the underwhelming turnout, some think it’s part of a bigger trend.
‘Heartbreaking:’ Snow shutters some stores on Small Business Saturday
Local retailers see mixed results as the weather forces closures and reduces foot traffic.
Big snow falls on Small Business Saturday
NEW ULM — Snow fell on New Ulm on Saturday as shoppers visited local retailers for Small Business Saturday, a nationwide promotion designed to encourage community shopping after Black Friday. New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce President Sarah Warmka said even with the snow many businesses reported steady traffic and strong sales. At A to […]
Small Business Saturday rescheduled after snow disrupts shopping event
MADISON, Wis. -- Small Business Saturday faced significant disruption due to snow, but local businesses and advocates remain optimistic about a rescheduled event planned for this upcoming weekend.
West Des Moines' Historic Valley Junction reschedules Small Business Saturday
Business owners prepare for Small Business Saturday 2.0 after a winter storm disrupted the original event.
Business Buzz: Small businesses continue to drive Colorado’s economy despite headwinds
Apple’s smallest iPad just got its biggest price cut for Cyber Monday
Small tablet, smaller price.
Cyber Monday AirPods Deals - Get Year's Best Prices on AirPods 4 ANC, AirPods Pro 3, and More
Cyber Monday is one of the best times of the year to shop for AirPods, and in 2025 we're tracking massive discounts across nearly every model, including AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3. Note. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
iOS 26.2 Release Date: What To Expect And When From The Next Critical iPhone Update
Apple’s next iPhone update is full of new features, large and small. Here’s why it’s important and when it’s coming.
iPad Mini Drops to New All-Time Low Price of $349 for Cyber Monday
Amazon and Best Buy have introduced new low prices on the iPad mini 7 for Cyber Monday, starting at $349.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. You'll also find a few deals on cellular models during this sale. Note. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Behind the holiday lights, small businesses hustle to be at Snowport
Vendors can pay over $27,000 in rent for their Snowport booth.
Estes Park Health is now part of UCHealth
Estes Park Health's new name is UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center (EVMC), reflecting the care it provides throughout the valley. Its staff is now employed by UCHealth.
Netflix Kills Casting From Its Mobile App to Most Modern TVs
Netflix has quietly removed the ability to cast content from its mobile apps to most modern TVs and streaming devices, including newer Chromecast models and the Google TV Streamer.
Protecting Growth: A Beginner’s Guide To Small Business Insurance In Huntsville
As Huntsville’s small-business ecosystem accelerates, insurance is becoming a strategic necessity rather than an afterthought. From new retailers opening
African American Small Business Foundation Inc. Launches Giving Tuesday Initiative
The African American Small Business Foundation Inc. is seeking Giving Tuesday donations to support its 2026 initiatives.
Need help with your business? Easton begins offering free consulting through Lehigh U.
Easton's new partnership with the Lehigh University Small Business Development Center provides free confidential business consulting.
I never expected to sell pencils. The brand I've built has grown into a $1.7 million sustainability business.
Michael Stausholm turned a simple plantable pencil into SproutWorld, a global brand inspiring sustainability one small idea at a time.
Harnessing Emerging Technologies to Power Your Business
Nearly every area of our lives has been transformed by artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. For small business owners, AI is no longer a
For These Businesses, U.S. Tariffs Are a Price Worth Paying
Some British business owners are determined to keep their access to American consumers, but they are facing trade-offs.
Small Business Saturday; Milwaukee shops, vendors pivot due to winter storm
A snowstorm sidelined Small Business Saturday plans, but Milwaukee businesses adapted quickly, shifting events and sales to keep holiday momentum going.
Winter storm forces Milwaukee shops to pivot for Small Business Saturday
A snowstorm sidelined Small Business Saturday plans, but Milwaukee businesses adapted quickly, shifting events and sales to keep holiday momentum going.
Polson small businesses encourage community support during holiday shopping season
Polson small businesses showcased handmade goods during Small Business Saturday, encouraging holiday shoppers to support local families and community entrepreneurs.
Local retailers encourage continued support after Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday may have come and gone, but local businesses in the Two Virginias are reminding you to still shop small.
Cities put science in the spotlight
When three European cities launch an initiative next year to boost scientific excellence and collaboration, much of the action is likely to take place in public spaces rather than in the laboratory.That is welcome news for Ana Marušić. A medical doctor and professor at the University of Split Medical School in Croatia, Marušić champions close connections between “town and gown” to encourage citizen involvement in research, raise public health awareness and ignite young people’s interest in science. “Responsible research and innovation cannot be done in an ivory tower, answering only the questions that are relevant for scientists,” explains Marušić, who chairs the Department of Research in Biomedicine and Health and leads the Centre for Evidence-based Medicine. “The role of the university is to be a medium for transferring new discoveries in science to society, but also to listen to society about what is important and what is needed.”Three cities united by scienceMarušić’s efforts stand to gain traction through Science Comes to Town (SCTT), a new European project to highlight science’s role in society and strengthen cross-border collaboration in research, innovation and sustainability. With funding from the European Commission, three cities—Split, Brest (in France) and Kiel (in Germany)—plan more than 1,000 public events, workshops and competitions for citizens of all ages, researchers, businesses and policymakers. The year-long project kicks off in Spilt on 20 January with a conference involving partner institutions, community representatives and European policymakers. The three cities may be geographically far apart, but they share much in common. All are located on coasts and are home to top regional research institutions that are part of SCTT. Among the project's partners, the University of Western Brittany in Brest, Kiel University and the University of Split belong to the SEA-EU university alliance, uniting nine European coastal academic institutions to advance research, student exchanges and sustainable development. “These universities have a very strong connection between gown and town,” explains Marušić, who is one of Split’s SCTT ambassadors. “It's very important that these universities are there for the community so that we can learn from each other and grow together.”Tackling Europe’s STEM shortagesSCTT will also reinforce efforts to address Europe’s widening gap in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. Studies show that nearly eight out of ten small- and medium-sized businesses cannot find enough workers with the skills required in advanced computing and artificial intelligence (AI)—hindering initiatives to boost European innovation and competitiveness. In healthcare, the European Commission has estimated a shortfall in medical professionals of 1.2 million, due to fewer young people joining the field and an ageing population that needs more care.Strengthening knowledge and dialogue can also help build trust between scientists and the public at time when disruptive technologies are reshaping research and clinical practice, but are also sparking questions about ethics and accuracy. With experience in the classroom and in clinical epidemiology—a discipline involving monitoring and controlling public health problems—Marušić sees the potential risks of over-reliance on AI and chatbot answers for both research and learning. “AI is a very good tool, but one has to be very critical about it,” she adds. “Delegating brain activities will definitely diminish your neural capacities because you are not developing the circuitry that is important for higher-level cognitive engagement.” She stresses the importance of critical thinking and encourages students to use AI as a researcher’s tool to reinforce rather than supplant human discretion and brainpower.The power of outreachSplit’s experience in bringing scientists and the public together has provided a platform for discussing research ethics and explaining science in simple terms. Local efforts to expand health literacy and awareness have helped reduce cardiovascular disease among women, according to Marušić’s research. The city’s university also hosts events to introduce schoolchildren to science, using hands-on experiments to spark curiosity.Marušić’s own love of science began with an interest in studying molecular biology. “But my parents told me, why don't you study medicine?” she recalls. “I said, OK, why not? And that was the best decision that I made.” Marušić is not a practicing physician, but teaches anatomy and public health. She also co-edits ST-OPEN, an overlay university journal that works on capacity building for research publishing among students and their supervisors. Balancing teaching, research and editorial work, she is a strong advocate for medical studies, urging high school students to consider medicine “because later on it gives you a really wide perspective about human life and about society” as well as many career opportunities.As SCTT prepares to bring science into daily life in 2026, Marušić hopes that it will build permanent bridges between scientists and citizens across Europe. “We can be a showcase for making collaboration with the community stronger to share knowledge, attract young talent and integrate critical and scientific thinking into everyday life,” she explains, adding that "collaborating with businesses to improve cities and communities is also an important aspect of this project."Science|Business, which connects policymakers, academics and industry through its news reporting, analysis and events, is an SCTT partner.
Small Business Saturday sends shoppers flocking to stores
WHEELING — Throngs of shoppers spent Saturday making sure at least part of their holiday spending stayed local, as Small Business Saturday brought them out in droves to locally owned stores. Customers lined the sidewalks of Wheeling’s Centre Market, an epicenter of local shops selling everything from clothing to novelties to antiques to artwork. That […]
Shoppers in Wheeling Keep It Local for Small Business Saturday
WHEELING — Throngs of shoppers spent Saturday making sure at least part of their holiday spending stayed local, as Small Business Saturday brought them out in droves to locally owned stores. Customers lined the sidewalks of Wheeling’s Centre Market, an epicenter of local shops selling everything from clothing to novelties to antiques to artwork. That […]
Local shops around Reno celebrate Small Business Saturday
Packed malls here in town, and a record 11.8 billion dollars spent online by americans... A black friday boom has the holiday season in full swing.But to kick o