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Condom shortage looms after coronavirus lockdown shuts world's top producer

Reuters: Business News Mar 28, 2020 | 04:12 am

A global shortage of condoms is looming, the world's biggest producer said, after a coronavirus lockdown forced it to shut down production.

GM reaches settlement over lost vehicle value from defective ignition switches

Reuters: Business News Mar 28, 2020 | 01:30 am

General Motors Co has reached a $120 million settlement with owners who claimed that their vehicles lost value because of defective ignition switches, which have been linked to 124 deaths.

Factbox: Carmakers churn out machines, masks to help fight coronavirus

Reuters: Business News Mar 28, 2020 | 01:30 am

Auto companies and suppliers around the world are ramping up production of critical healthcare products and machines - everything from cloth face masks to sophisticated ventilator systems - to meet a critical shortage of those items at hospitals and care[…]

Trump tells GM: Stop 'wasting time', build ventilators to address coronavirus

Reuters: Business News Mar 28, 2020 | 01:30 am

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday invoked emergency powers to require General Motors Co to build much-needed ventilators for coronavirus patients after he accused the largest U.S. automaker of "wasting time" during negotiations.

Apple's factories are running, but suppliers wary about iPhone demand

Reuters: Business News Mar 28, 2020 | 01:22 am

As China reopens its economy after months of lockdown, Apple Inc'siPhone factories are largely up and running. Butwith the coronavirus pandemic spreading across the world, the urgent question for the company is how many buyers there will be both for[…]

Starting a Pet-Sitting Business? You Need These 3 Things

Small Business Brief Mar 24, 2020 | 22:04 pm

There are close to 188 million pets in the US. With the majority of Americans working outside the home and all those family vacations, pet sitters are in hot demand. The forecast for the pet sitting industry looks very promising. […]

What Are the Benefits of Using a Return to Work Program for Employees?

Small Business Brief Mar 24, 2020 | 18:12 pm

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nonfatal workplace injuries in the private industry were 2.8 million in 2017. Additionally, there were about 5,147 fatal workplace accidents in the same year. Injured or ill employees lose significant workdays. Injured employees[…]

7 Reasons You Should Consider Steel Frame Construction for Your Garage

Small Business Brief Mar 24, 2020 | 16:39 pm

A steel frame garage is an exciting project. You are wise to thoroughly consider your options. A modern garage is not just a place to park your car. The technology of modern steel frames and accessories allows the garage owner[…]

7 Soft Skills Successful Business Owners Look For

Small Business Brief Mar 23, 2020 | 18:24 pm

Soft skills are the characteristics that potential employers are looking for that aren’t always in the job listing. The job description may ask for a 4-year degree and 5 years of work experience. And you may or may not have[…]

5 Simple Way to Use Technology in Your Small Business

Small Business Brief Mar 23, 2020 | 16:38 pm

It’s hard to find time in the day when you run a business. It seems like there is always something that requires your attention. The good news is that technology can help ease your burden. Businesses everywhere make use of[…]