Yet another study is shedding light on Uber's low wages. An Australian analysis shows Aussie Uber-x drivers earn on average less than fifteen dollars per hour. That's roughly three dollars less than Australia's minimum wage. The author of the study claims Uber's market value benefits from the drivers' low incomes and would collapse without it.
The Weinstein company can't seem to sell. According to lead investor Maria Contreras-Sweet, the company turned down a $500 million dollar offer to sell the majority of its assets. That deal was originally agreed upon, but was called off when the investors discovered the company was in more debt than they thought.
Barbie is honoring International Women's Day.
the brand is launching 17 new dolls honoring some very inspiring women. the new additions to the she-ro program features 3 historical figures and 14 modern day women including Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim, Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins, and conservationist Bindi Irwin.
Elizabeth Renter, Senior Economist at NerdWallet, breaks down how inflation and oil price shocks are driving higher costs and squeezing consumers today.
David Branch of Wells Fargo explains why cocoa prices are falling but some candy costs remain high and when consumers may finally see relief at checkout.
Colonel Chris Hadfield, astronaut and best-selling author, breaks down Artemis II and why NASA’s next crewed mission is key to returning humans to the Moon.
Ben Geman, Energy Reporter at Axios, explains how the Iran war could reshape global energy—disrupting supply, shifting power, and accelerating a new regime.
Emily Peck, National Correspondent at Axios, explains why office vacancies hit 21% despite RTO pushes, highlighting a lasting shift in how Americans work.
