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National, August 18, 2025 — The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Advocacy convened a virtual Small Business Labor Safety Roundtable this week to examine one of Nevada’s most closely watched new workplace safety regulations: the state’s heat illness prevention rule. The meeting, held over Microsoft Teams, offered small business owners and industry stakeholders an opportunity to voice concerns, exchange ideas, and consider policy refinements as they prepare to comply with new requirements designed to protect workers during Nevada’s increasingly extreme summers. The regulation, adopted in late 2024 after years of debate and stakeholder input, represents Nevada’s first comprehensive statewide…

The already tense economic relationship between the United States and India reached a new flashpoint on August 16, 2025, when Washington abruptly canceled its scheduled trade talks with New Delhi. The negotiations, originally planned for August 25 through August 29, were expected to provide an opportunity to bridge growing divides between the two countries on key economic issues. Instead, the talks have been called off just days before a significant new round of U.S. tariffs on Indian goods is set to take effect, a move that has unsettled policymakers and business leaders on both sides. The cancellation comes at a…

A Rich Tradition of Native American Art On August 15–16, 2025, the streets of Santa Fe were alive with the colors, sounds, and spirit of Native American culture as the Santa Fe Indian Market took center stage. Celebrating its deep-rooted tradition, the event welcomed over a thousand Native American artists from across the United States and Canada. Hosted by the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA), the annual market showcases a diverse range of Indigenous artwork, from traditional beadwork and pottery to contemporary photography and sculpture. A Unique Platform for Indigenous Artists This year’s market brought together artists from over…

Mixed Stock Market PerformanceOn August 15, 2025, U.S. stock futures exhibited a mixed outlook as investors absorbed key economic and corporate news. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures saw a modest rise of 0.6%, reflecting optimism in select sectors, while the S&P 500 futures also inched up by 0.2%. However, Nasdaq futures experienced a slight dip, showing caution from tech investors. The fluctuation in futures pointed to investor hesitancy, with many awaiting further economic signals before making significant moves in the market. Berkshire Hathaway’s Big MovesA significant story impacting the market was Berkshire Hathaway’s announcement of a $1.6 billion stake…

The 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which took place from August 5 to August 29, marked the highly anticipated return of the world’s largest arts festival after a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival is an essential event for the global arts community, and its comeback was a powerful testament to the resilience and creativity of the arts sector. This year, the Fringe presented more than 3,000 performances across various venues in the Scottish capital, featuring theater, comedy, dance, cabaret, and experimental performances. The festival was an emotional and celebratory experience for both artists and audiences, offering a…

Los Angeles is enjoying a particularly vibrant and diverse art season this August, as a wide range of exhibitions featuring both established and emerging artists bring dynamic and thought-provoking works to the city. From surrealism and psychedelic rock to feminist narratives and Indigenous storytelling, the city’s galleries are offering an eclectic mix of visual experiences that captivate the imagination and invite deeper engagement with contemporary themes. A standout exhibition this month is Marcel Dzama’s “Empress of Night” at the David Zwirner Gallery. Known for his dreamlike and surreal works, Dzama presents a captivating exploration of fantasy, subconscious, and narrative in…

Reno, NV — U.S. equity markets began the week with renewed momentum, as investors embraced a rebound fueled by the latest labor market data and growing anticipation over key inflation figures. Following a surprisingly soft July jobs report, which pointed to a modest slowdown in hiring, traders interpreted the news as a possible sign that the Federal Reserve may have greater flexibility to ease monetary policy in the coming months. The market’s attention is now firmly fixed on the upcoming release of July’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), set to provide fresh insight into the trajectory of inflation. Economists expect the…

On Friday, August 8, 2025, communities across the United States marked Raksha Bandhan, the Hindu festival dedicated to honoring the cherished bond between brothers and sisters. Observed each year on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, the celebration brought together families in vibrant displays of tradition, love, and cultural heritage. This year’s observance was especially auspicious, as the timing avoided the inauspicious period known as Bhadra Kaal, enabling devotees to perform rituals during the most spiritually favorable hours. From the late afternoon Aparahna window to the early evening Pradosh period, families gathered for the central custom…

On August 7, 2025, the U.S. stock market showed mixed results as investors processed the impact of new tariffs and the latest corporate earnings reports. While the Nasdaq Composite reached its 17th record high of the year, marking another milestone for tech stocks, other major indices, including the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average, closed modestly lower. The contrasting performance across different sectors of the market highlights the broader uncertainty surrounding global trade and the financial health of individual companies. A key factor influencing market sentiment was the recent announcement by President Trump regarding new tariffs, which target…

Los Angeles’s art scene is experiencing a vibrant surge in August 2025, with a wide array of exhibitions reflecting the city’s dynamic, diverse, and inclusive cultural landscape. The city continues to establish itself as a hub for contemporary art, with both established and emerging artists showcasing their works in a variety of mediums. From surreal explorations of mythology to deeply personal feminist expressions, these exhibitions offer something for everyone, drawing a global audience to the City of Angels. One of the standout exhibitions this month is Empress of Night by the Canadian artist Marcel Dzama, currently showing at David Zwirner.…