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business

[biz-nis] / ˈbɪz nɪs /






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The business, now a hybrid of social media and crypto, has hit a wall.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

Park-goers and local business owners say it’s crucial for those venturing into Yosemite this summer to plan their excursions outside peak times to avoid the worst of the crowds, and even then, pack their patience.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Born in India and raised in Cardiff, Narayan worked in government and business before entering Parliament in 2024 as the MP for the Vale of Glamorgan.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

In addition to his private residence, Blackstock also invested heavily in local business, acquiring a livestock auction business in the area in 2023.

From MarketWatch Jul. 21, 2026

Then they’d switch to human form and go about their business unnoticed.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

Small businesses who qualify for the domestic energy VAT relief and are not registered for VAT, as well as charities and residential care homes eligible for the reduced rate, will also benefit.

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

The energy company agreed to sell its Austrian petrol station and EV charging businesses to Volenergy for an undisclosed sum, as it continues to exit the retail space.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

The announcement also sparked concerns of escalation among some businesses.

From Barron's Jul. 20, 2026

Open models offer additional customization opportunities that can make them more useful to specific businesses, he added.

From MarketWatch Jul. 20, 2026

By the 1850s, the canal and the railroads were drawing a throng of new businesses to Chicago.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield




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