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Why are some people calling for a McDonald’s boycott?

In recent years, the most successful boycotts have tended to be politically motivated, in response to specific changes in policy or government actions. ...

Portland permitting department layoffs downsized for now after budget approval

Wilson had proposed cutting 58 positions to help close a $93 million budget deficit. PORTLAND, Ore. — This story comes from the...

US stocks near their record as oil prices tumble and stocks rally worldwide

NEW YORK (AP) — Oil prices are dropping further, and U.S. stocks are pulling close to their all-time high Tuesday on hopes that Israel’s...

S&P/TSX composite rises even as price of oil falls, U.S. stock markets move higher

TORONTO — Strength in technology and base metal stocks helped Canada's main stock index climb in late-morning trading, while U.S. markets also rose. The...

Vancouver’s Duer ramps up European, North American expansion

Vancouver-based clothing manufacturer Duer, which sells to hundreds of resellers, has found sufficient success to support plans to expand further in North America and Europe. One prong...

Northeast Portland shopping center hits the market at $50.8M

Gateway Shopping Center started out as a Fred Meyer grocery store, built by Fred G. Meyer in 1954 where the former Kohl’s was housed....

MLB stadium, arts venue vie for $47.5M in TIF funds

Two major Portland projects eye $47.5 million that remains up for grabs. PORTLAND, Ore. — This story is from the Portland Business Journal,...

Current or former AT&T customer? You may be eligible for part of a data breach settlement

The $177 million covers both a 2024 hack and a 2019 data breach, both of which the company denies any wrongdoing for. WASHINGTON...

Hudson’s Bay receives approval for sale of three leases to B.C. mall owner Ruby Liu

TORONTO — The B.C. billionaire looking to turn Hudson’s Bay’s old digs into her own retail empire left court Monday with the beginnings of...

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