A work-release program for Alabama prisoners provides labor for corporations and income for the state. Lawsuits are challenging its constitutionality.
Category: Corporations
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How Kamala Harris’s Economic Plan Has Been Shaped by Business Leaders
The vice president has repeatedly incorporated suggestions from business executives into her economic agenda.
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The Secretive Dynasty That Controls the Boar’s Head Brand
The deli-meat company made its owners fabulously wealthy. But they have remained silent, even as the company faces the biggest scandal in its history.
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Ratan Tata, Whose Indian Business Empire Went Global, Dies at 86
The patriarch of a powerful family, his Tata Group put an indelible stamp on Indian life while acquiring British brand names like Tetley Tea and Jaguar.
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A Grieving Mother. A Famous Uncle. An Unlikely Crusade.
Tragedy turned Nadia Milleron, Ralph Nader’s niece, into an activist. Now she’s on a long-shot campaign for Congress.
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Nintendo and Pokémon Sue Palworld Maker for Patent Infringement
Palworld, a video game mocked as “Pokémon with guns,” became one of the most popular games in the world when it was released in January.
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How the Fed Cutting Interest Rates Affects Banks, Stocks and More
For corporate America, this week’s expected interest rate cut carries risks along with rewards.
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G.M. and Hyundai Plan to Work Together on New Vehicles
General Motors and the South Korean automaker say they will collaborate on new vehicles, buying parts and clean energy technologies.
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Southwest Airlines Agrees to Board Changes After Pressure From Elliott
The airline has been under pressure from the hedge fund Elliott to replace its top management and make other changes to increase its profits.