After years spent in kitchens across the country, Chris Kirby was burnt out. The restaurant lifestyle was demanding and all encompassing, and the 26-year-old found himself not doing much else besides working and going to the bars after a long shift. “I kept waking up in the morning like, ‘Man, life has to be about more than this,'” Kirby, now 38, tells CNBC Make It.Kirby decided that his life was in need of reinvention. He left his job, packed his bags and flew to from Austin to Maryland to move back in with his parents. He enrolled in a local community college with…
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European Union leaders are sounding off on the 30% tariffs U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose on the trade bloc, with most emphasizing the need for unity, constructive dialogue and their readiness to work toward an agreement by Aug. 1.”Imposing 30% tariffs on EU exports would disrupt essential transatlantic supply chains, to the detriment of businesses, consumers and patients on both sides of the Atlantic,” Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, said in a statement. “The EU has consistently prioritized a negotiated solution with the U.S., reflecting our commitment to dialogue, stability, and a constructive transatlantic partnership.”Some…
Poland’s Iga Swiatek poses with the trophy alongside runner-up Amanda Anisimova of the U.S. after the women’s singles final at Wimbledon on July 12, 2025.Stephanie Lecocq | ReutersIga Swiatek won her first Wimbledon championship with a 6-0, 6-0 victory over Amanda Anisimova on Saturday in the first women’s final at the tournament in 114 years in which one player failed to claim a single game.Swiatek’s victory on a sunny, breezy afternoon at Centre Court took just 57 minutes and gave Swiatek her sixth Grand Slam title overall. She is now 6-0 in major title matches.The 24-year-old from Poland finished with…
The odds of a recession may be falling, but states appear to be betting that corporate leaders are still nervous.An analysis of all 50 states’ economic development marketing efforts — part of CNBC’s annual America’s Top States for Business study — finds that a strong economy is the most frequently mentioned selling point to attract corporate site selectors these days. That includes factors like job growth, fiscal stability, and a wealth of other corporate headquarters. State web sites mentioned economic factors 222 times in our analysis, well ahead of the next most cited factor, infrastructure, at 203.Site selection consultant Tom…
To offset the rising costs of tariffs and trade war uncertainty, companies are using U.S. Customs-sanctioned foreign trade zones (FTZs) and bonded warehouses to delay or reduce product taxes.FTZs have a long history dating back to a previous period of trade conflict, created during the Great Depression by Congress to encourage international trade and boost exports at time when the Smoot-Hawley tariffs were as high as 53%.Companies importing raw materials, semi-finished, or components from foreign countries to an FTZ or bonded warehouse are essentially in a tariff bubble, meaning when they enter the U.S. they are stored duty-free.Once inside an…
With the U.S. economy solid but still facing elevated risk of recession — or, as President Trump described it in May, in a “transition period” — states are pitching themselves as the most stable place for companies to locate no matter what happens to the economy.”Multiple international headquarters, hundreds of billions of committed investments across a variety of industries and the economy to handle it all,” the Indiana Economic Development Corporation promises. “Georgia job creation remains strong,” that state’s Department of Economic Development assures. “The State of Georgia is celebrating another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions.””Wisconsin is…
Talking about money is hard, and asking your boss for more of it can be even harder. But once you have taken the time to research your market value and mull over your compensation goals, you’re likely ready to start negotiating for a higher salary.No matter how prepared you may be, though, the first conversation with your boss about your pay or benefits likely won’t wrap up with a sealed deal including everything you’re hoping for, says Kathryn Valentine, CEO of Worthmore Strategies, which has helped hundreds of clients successfully negotiate their compensation packages. It’s more likely that the process…
Bank of America recently named several companies that have plenty of upside, according to analysts there. Stocks such as Disney are too attractive to ignore, the firm wrote. Other buy-rated names include: Oddity Tech , Bellring Brands, AT & T and Primo Brands. AT & T Analyst Michael Funk reinstated coverage of the mobile phone provider earlier this week. Bank of America believes the stock is severely undervalued. “Given the operational momentum in the business, strong combination of wireless and fiber assets and targeted return of capital over the next several years, we believe T should trade more closely to…
Alistair Berg | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesOnline spending soared $24.1 billion across U.S. retailers during the stretch from July 8 to 11 – dubbed “Black Friday in Summer,” outpacing Adobe Analytics’ prior forecast, as eager shoppers rushed to snap up deep discounts on back-to-school essentials.Retailers recorded online sales growth of 30.3% during events that included Amazon Prime Day, Adobe said on Saturday, compared with its projections of 28.4%.Online retail sales in the U.S. rose 11% to $14.2 billion a year ago.The Prime Day event has also been cemented as a “back-to-school” shopping moment, as consumers jumped on early deals to…
Many couples see intimacy as a “nice to have” in relationships. It’s sweet when it’s there, but not essential. This is especially true after the honeymoon period wears off. As a sex therapist and psychotherapist with over two decades of experience, I’m here to tell you that’s wrong.Intimacy is the heartbeat of a thriving relationship. When intimacy breaks down, it doesn’t just affect your connection with a partner, it can impact your career, friendships, and physical health. It influences how you lead, communicate, make decisions, and feel about yourself. Clients often come to therapy for stress, anxiety, or performance issues at…
