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Carter Center warns US sanctions and bias threaten fair elections in Guyana
Caribbean National Weekly
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August 24, 2025
The countdown is on in the oil-rich CARICOM nation of Guyana, where voters head to the polls on September 1 amid warnings from international observers and claims of political discrimination from a rising third party. - Advertisement - The...
Small business at risk of closure after NZ Post suspends shipping to US
RNZ
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August 22, 2025
The owner says the suspension came without warning. Photo: NZ Post A small Wellington business is fearing for its future after NZ Post suspended shipping to the United States due to tariffs. South Pacific Berets describes itself as the most...
B.C. small businesses brace for end of U.S. duty-free exemption
AM 1150
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August 23, 2025
Small businesses in British Columbia are preparing for a financial hit from the U.S. elimination of de minimis exemptions on shipments. The Latin phrase de minimis means “lacking in significance.” The exception in the U.S. allows parcels under...
B.C. small businesses rethink strategies to stave off tariffs
Richmond News
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August 22, 2025
SMBs target non-U.S. markets, shift production to stay competitive amid uncertainty Some small businesses in B.C. are rethinking their strategies to shield themselves from ongoing global challenges. Loulou Lollipop, a Vancouver-based baby products...
MEXICALI BRIEFS: Soaring home prices make Baja California Mexico’s most expensive border state
Imperial Valley Press - California
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ECONOMY Soaring home prices make Baja California Mexico’s most expensive border state Home prices in Baja California are significantly higher than the national average, making it the most expensive border state in Mexico, according to recent data...
Eye on Small Business: Araras Coffee & More, White Plains
Fairfield County Business Journal - Connecticut
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August 21, 2025
Araras Coffee & More in White Plains. Photographs by Jeremy Wayne. Just as countless HGTV shows are always on us about the importance of curb appeal when trying to sell a property, so retail businesses can attract customers by a simple upgrade or...
Milwaukee author explores Mexican Fiesta’s 50+ years of history in the city
TMJ4 - Wisconsin
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August 22, 2025
MILWAUKEE — Did you know this festival started as a small celebration on Milwaukee’s south side in the 1970s? Today, it has grown into one of Milwaukee’s largest cultural festivals, powered by nearly 1,000 volunteers and 60 coordinators. Dr....
Another Mexican Politician Facing U.S. Federal Fraud Charges
Breitbart
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August 22, 2025
A Mexican politician is out on bond as he faces federal fraud charges in Texas for allegations that he used COVID-era loans to buy cryptocurrency. The politician, his wife, and various other South Texas business owners are accused of obtaining...
Final call for small businesses to join CED’s Business Continuity Training
NBC SVG
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August 20, 2025
Training and Education Coordinator at the Centre for Enterprise Development (CED), Keisha Phillips says today is the deadline for operators of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in St. Vincent and the Grenadines to register to be a part...
West Seattle small businesses grapple with tariff uncertainty and economic headwinds
Westside Seattle - Washington State
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Small business owners in West Seattle gathered at Gary's Place on Alki Beach, for a crucial roundtable discussion on the profound impacts of federal tariffs and trade policy. Hosted by the West Seattle Chamber of Commerce and the Northwest Seaport...
inDrive.Money Arrives in Brazil with Digital Loans for Drivers
Financial IT
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August 22, 2025
inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform operating across 48 countries, has announced the launch of inDrive.Money in Brazil. The offering aims to support financial inclusion for drivers by offering quick and convenient access to cash...
38% of small businesses won’t last a year without tariff changes: CFIB
Prince George Post
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Breadcrumb Trail Links News 19% of small businesses won't last another six months under current conditions The CFIB said the tariffs on metal are hurting 59 per cent of Canadian small businesses, retaliatory tariffs are causing problems for 58 per...
Three Ways Small Businesses Can Prepare Now For The Impact Of Tariffs
Forbes
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WASHINGTON, DC -President Donald Trump holds up a chart outlining reciprocal tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House on April 2, 2025, which he called “Liberation Day.” (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) Getty Images Donald Trump...
Brazil Quietly Raises Its Economic “Speed Limit”
The Rio Times
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August 21, 2025
JPMorgan now estimates that Brazil’s potential GDP has risen from about 1.5% to 2%. This measure, often called the economy’s “speed limit,” shows how fast a country can grow without fueling inflation. Brazil’s central bank confirms that the...
Carter Center Flags Concerns, Rising Guyana Party Alleges Discrimination Ahead of Sept. 1 Vote
News Americas Now
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August 21, 2025
BY NAN News Editor News Americas, NEW YORK, NY, Thurs. August 21, 2025: The countdown is on in the oil-rich South American CARICOM nation of Guyana, where voters head to the polls on Sept. 1 amid fresh warnings from international observers and...
Detroit small businesses reeling amid Trump immigration crackdown: 'A disaster'
The Detroit News - Michigan
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Detroit — The "Quinceañera," or 15th birthday, for girls in many Latino cultures marks a transition to womanhood. That's why it's customary for many to get their hair and makeup done in preparation for the celebration. In the largely Latino...
Comcast supports small business growth in Redmond
Redmond Reporter - Washington State
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August 19, 2025
Comcast has announced a boost for Redmond’s small business community, awarding three entrepreneurs with new Comcast RISE grant packages designed to help them grow, innovate and strengthen the Redmond community. The recipients include Fuller...
Scans From Hacked Cisco Small Business Routers, Linksys and Araknis are at the Raise
Cyber Security News
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August 19, 2025
Researchers have identified a significant surge in malicious HTTP scanning activities originating from approximately 2,200 compromised small business routers across multiple vendors. The campaign, which began escalating on July 30th, 2025,...
Roundup: Venezuelan crude / SBA awards / Canceled home purchases
Greater Baton Rouge Business Report - Louisiana
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August 21, 2025
US resumes imports: Two tankers chartered by Chevron carrying Venezuelan crude reached U.S. waters on Thursday, marking the first U.S. imports of the South American country’s oil following a new license granted by Washington, vessel tracking...
Brazil’s Leading Fintech Launches AI-Powered SME Lending Marketplace
Economy Watch
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August 20, 2025
Please note that we are not authorised to provide any investment advice. The content on this page is for information purposes only. A leading Brazilian fintech has launched an AI-powered lending marketplace designed to improve access to credit for...