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The Case for Pull Funding at the National Institutes of Health
The White House’s fiscal year 2027 budget proposal, released earlier this month, would cut the National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding by ~$5 billion. This is a meaningful cut, though far smaller than the roughly $18 billion reduction proposed for 2026, which Congress ultimately rejected in favor of a modest increase. Whether Congress holds the line again remains uncertain.
Avoid these common small business tax mistakes
Block Advisors Strategy and Small Business Program Manager, Latasha Randle, chats with Host, Elizabeth Gore, about how self-employed entrepreneurs can simplify taxes, retirement, and healthcare planning. Randle shares practical advice on staying organized year-round, maximizing deductions, and building long-term financial security through proactive planning.
As a small business owner, I never expected to pay $100,000 protecting my business from ransomware
This is a $131 billion tax on the American economy, spread across small business owners like myself.
What Rochester's small business owners miss by separating strategy, wealth
Commentary: Nicole Newman highlights how small business owners in Rochester often separate business strategy from wealth planning, limiting long-term financial flexibility.
Small business owners scrambling after abrupt closure of 6 Houston-area 'Painted Tree' boutiques
Dozens of small business owners across the Houston area are scrambling to find new places to operate after the sudden closure of all Painted Tree boutique locations nationwide.
'This is the majority of my income' | Painted Tree closures leave Houston-area small business vendors scrambling
Painted Tree Boutiques is shutting down locations across the U.S., including six stores in the Houston area, leaving hundreds of small business owners scrambling.
Working family tax cuts 'absolutely vital' to small businesses across US, Kelly Loeffler says
Small Business Administration administrator Kelly Loeffler and Jimmy's Famous Seafood co-founder Tony Minadakis discuss the benefits of the new Trump tax law for small businesses on 'The Bottom Line.'
12 Pitt students were named to the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
The prestigious program supports outstanding students pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees with an annual stipend of $37,000.
Common IBS medications linked to higher risk of death in major study
A massive, nearly 20-year study tracking over 650,000 Americans with irritable bowel syndrome is raising new questions about the long-term safety of common treatments. Researchers found that some widely used medications—including antidepressants and certain antidiarrheal drugs—were linked to a small but noticeable increase in the risk of death over time.
The value of free health insurance: Evidence from Mexico’s Seguro Popular
Expanding free health insurance is central to universal health coverage, but its impact depends on how households value it. This column examines Mexico’s Seguro Popular and shows that households value the programme less than its fiscal cost. This helps explain why its effects on labour markets were modest and suggests that overall welfare gains may be smaller than often assumed, despite the programme’s large expansion in coverage.
Cavs won’t commit to a starting small forward yet
Head coach Kenny Atkinson wants to be flexible with his starting unit.
Houston small business owners blindsided by sudden Painted Tree Boutiques closure
Hundreds of Houston-area small business owners are scrambling after Painted Tree Boutiques, an indoor marketplace with six locations across the Houston area, abruptly shut down all of its stores nationwide with little to no warning.
From Science Fiction to Force Structure: Directed Energy Is Here
Directed-energy weapons are reshaping air defense by countering drone swarms at low cost and near-instant speed. This analysis examines their operational limits, strategic implications, and role in future force design.
Lamont pushes health insurance tax credits for CT small businesses
Ned Lamont's proposal offers a tax credit to businesses that help cover the cost for employees who buy their own health insurance plans.
Small Business Champion Elaine Parker Highlights Success of Big Beautiful Tax Cuts - Americans for Tax Reform
On April 14 in the U.S. Capitol building, Job Creators Network Foundation President Elaine Parker highlighted the success of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,
NFIB Releases Report Detailing Benefits of Federal 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent for Massachusetts
Will the benefits of federal relief overcome the high-tax environment created by state and local government in the Commonwealth?
Small business optimism drops, more owners cautious on spending: NFIB
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index fell 3 points in March to 95.8, falling below the 52-year average of 98.0. NFIB Research Center executive director Holly Wade breaks down the data and what factors are impacting American small business owners, including price pressures, as uncertainty rises.
Hamilton County unveils new business incubator plans as current tenants fear costly move
A day after small business owners raised concerns about the possible sale of their building, Hamilton County leaders are outlining where the incubator could go
NFIB Releases Report Detailing Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in New York
NY is projected to gain 71,000 new jobs annually over the next 10 years if the deduction remains in place.
TAX DAY: New Report Highlights Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in Ohio
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released a new report outlining the economic benefits and massive tax savings the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction will bring to the 1.1 million small businesses in Ohio now that it has
TAX DAY: New Report Detailing Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in Maryland
Learn more about how the Small Business Deduction benefits Maryland.
State approves $3 Million for Northwest Jacksonville programs for small businesses, crime prevention
City officials announced that the state has approved a $3 million appropriation to support programs in northwest Jacksonville aimed at boosting small businesses, expanding vocational and workforce training, addressing food insecurity and preventing youth crime.
NFIB Report Details Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in California
California Tax Day news release on Small Business Deduction
NFIB Report Details Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in Washington
Washington Tax Day news release on Small Business Deduction
TAX DAY: Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in Iowa
NFIB Releases Report Detailing Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in Iowa
TAX DAY: Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in Illinois
NFIB Releases Report Detailing Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in Illinois
Business owners 'spooked' by oil price surge, national survey shows
A monthly national barometer of small business optimism released by the National Federation of Independent Business shows a dip in March.
New Report Shows Impact of 20% Small Business Deduction on Louisiana
The measure eases the financial burden on Main Street businesses.
New Report Shows Impact of 20% Small Business Deduction on Virginia
The measure eases the financial burden on Main Street businesses.
City Celebrates Austin Small Business Week (May 4-8)
Weeklong series of no-cost events, register at SmallBizAustin.org
A growing movement wants to free us from our smartphones
Two decades after Steve Jobs premiered the iPhone, a small but intensely passionate movement is rebelling against the omnipresent screen.
Savannah Mayor's Small Business Conference registration open. Spots go fast
Savannah's Mayor's Small Business Conference and Small Business Week offer networking, resources, and events for local entrepreneurs.
At HCA Healthcare, small ideas go big in fight to stop overdoses
From drug take-back events to multimodal post-op pain control, physicians see their innovations take hold to benefit patients and communities.
How Ardent Health (ARDT) Narrative Is Shifting As Valuation Resets And Operations Steady
Ardent Health is back in focus after analysts trimmed their fair value estimate from $12.73 to $12.44, a small reset that still reflects largely unchanged assumptions on the core business. The shift comes alongside Street commentary that balances slightly lower targets with improving Q4 execution, steadier payer denials, solid patient volumes, and views that the current share price may look undemanding to some. Read on to see how to track these evolving signals and what they could mean for...
South Charleston business named West Virginia Small Businesses Manufacturer of the Year
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – A small South Charleston business was named the West Virginia Small Businesses Manufacturer of the Year by the Small Business Administration. Cyclopes Industr…
Kent trucking owner challenges ‘millionaires tax,' explains small business impact
Scottsdale small business owners scramble as Painted Tree Boutiques announces sudden closure
Business owners who rent space at Painted Tree Boutiques were told Tuesday morning that the company was ceasing operations, leaving many scrambling.
Small business optimism falls as energy costs rise, NFIB report shows
Small business optimism took a hit last month as energy prices rose, according to the NFIB.
Small business optimism falls as energy costs rise, NFIB report shows
Small business optimism took a hit last month as energy prices rose, according to the NFIB.
Roundup: Business optimism / Cleveland’s housing answer / America at 250
Slipping further: U.S. small business optimism fell for a third straight month in March, hitting its lowest level in nearly a year as the Iran conflict drove up energy costs and uncertainty. Owners reported weaker expectations for profits, sales and economic conditions, while plans for capital spending dropped sharply. Rising input costs are also prompting […]
Trump signs bill reauthorizing federal aid to defense startups
President Trump on Monday signed the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act, which will fund aerospace and defense startups in Southern California and elsewhere.
NFIB Hosts Speaker Matt Huffman at Lima Small Business Roundtable
Lima small business owners had a lunchtime discussion with Speaker Huffman.
Register Now: 2026 Ohio Small Business Day & Legislative Reception!
Join NFIB in Columbus on May 12 & 13.
From banker to entrepreneur: Coach K’s journey
Expert financial coach shares Tax Day tips, her journey from banking to entrepreneurship, and a three-step strategy to help small businesses secure funding.
CBIA slams Appropriations Committee for rejecting small business health care bill
The state’s largest business organization is taking Connecticut legislators to task after the Appropriations Committee failed Monday to approve a bill that aims to help small businesses with their health care costs.
CBIA slams Appropriations Committee for rejecting small business health care bill
The state’s largest business organization is taking Connecticut legislators to task after the Appropriations Committee failed Monday to approve a bill that aims to help small businesses with their health care costs.
Small business owners sound alarm on word that Hamilton County may sell Business Incubator
Small Business owners at the Hamilton County Business Development Center say they’re worried about the future of the facility as the County Commission is set to
Lawmakers Fail to Address Small Business Healthcare Costs » CBIA
CBIA issued the following response to Monday's Appropriations Committee vote rejecting a transformative small business healthcare bill.
Oil Price Spike Erodes Small Business Confidence, NFIB Says
Small business optimism dipped below its 52-year average for the first time in a year in March, driven by the Iran war and the subsequent surge in oil
Eastern Market hosts All Things Detroit Day, helping small business owners
Sheds 3 and 5 hosted independent entrepreneurs Sunday, allowing them to showcase their businesses for an event called All Things Detroit Day.
What They Are Saying: Small Business Owners Share How They’re Using 20% Small Business Deduction Savings
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 14, 2026) – In a new video, NFIB member and Texas small business owner, Marcie Rodriguez, describes how making the 20% Small Business Deduction permanent has benefited her metal recycling company. Rodriguez explains how the deduction has allowed her to plan raises for employe
Small business R&D tax credit proposal makes progress in CT legislature
State lawmakers have moved along a proposal to expand access to research and development tax incentives for small businesses, an effort that has failed in previous legislative sessions.
NASA’s Webb Redefines Dividing Line Between Planets, Stars
Planets, like those in our solar system, form in a bottom-up process where small bits of rock and ice clump together and grow larger over time. But the
Pool Scouts Owner Wins SBA Alabama Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year Award
Pool Scouts of Huntsville owner, among other SBA winners, will be recognized during the National Small Business Week for their significant work within the greater Alabama business community.
How AI cameras are changing video capture in youth sports
XbotGo reports that AI cameras are transforming youth sports video capture, making it easier for families to record games without distraction.
GoPro goes bigger and pro-er with support for Micro Four Thirds lenses
Larger sensors, still pretty small cameras.
Small business optimism falls
CNBC's Steve Liesman reports on the latest small business data.
Indiana small businesses see growth as nationwide optimism falls
The national economy is signaling growing unease over rising inflation and the Iran war.
US small business sentiment falls to 11-month low in March
small-business sentiment dropped to an 11-month low in March as a surge in oil prices because of the war in Iran overshadowed the benefits from low taxes, a survey showed. The National Federation of Independent Business said on Tuesday its Small Business Optimism Index dropped 3.
US small business sentiment falls to 11-month low in March
U.S. small-business sentiment dropped to an 11-month low in March as a surge in oil prices because of the war in Iran overshadowed the benefits from low taxes, a survey showed.
US small businesses are adapting to higher fuel prices, supply issues
Rising fuel prices are affecting US small businesses like Wonderstate Coffee, which said it's grappling with higher costs and supply chain challenges.
Pinckney-area pet store asking the community to support local
The store has been open for over 13 years and sells items for dogs, cats, horses, reptiles, indoor and outdoor birds and other small animals.
Hegseth right to mock Royal Navy, says ex-army chief as he backs claims over military underfunding
Richard Barrons backs George Robertson and says UK forces ‘too small and undernourished for the world that we now live in’
Opinion: 3 things Democrats should do to support small business in CT
New Haven's Caroline Tanbee Smith outlines 3 pillars of strategy to boost small business in Connecticut.
From curiosity to conservation: How citizen science is teaching children and adults to see, experience nature
It often starts with something small, such as a new bird in a branch, a vibrant butterfly in a yard, a colorful plant growing through a crack in the sidewalk, or as part of a lawn. Suddenly, you are engaged and can't help ...
House DFL hopeful that small-business relief from Operation Metro Surge could get GOP votes
Minnesota’s House Ways and Means Committee heard testimony from several business owners, school district members, and city leaders on Monday, as testifiers explained the impact of Operation Metro Surge on their respective spaces.
House DFL hopeful that small-business relief from Operation Metro Surge could get GOP votes
Minnesota’s House Ways and Means Committee heard testimony from several business owners, school district members, and city leaders on Monday, as testifiers explained the impact of Operation Metro Surge on their respective spaces.
WalletHub: Fort Myers second-best small town to start a small business
Florida had 8 small cities in the top 20.
Thaddeus Stevens College to launch online small business management program
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology prides itself on integrating its students into central Pennsylvania trade and technical programs, to the point that many are working for local businesses before they
Regulation Evaluation Portal Open for Small Business Owner Feedback
The Regulation Evaluation Portal allows Texans to submit feedback and make recommendations on areas of possible government overregulation.
Small Business Expo with SouthWest Mobile County Chamber
The SouthWest Mobile County Chamber of Commerce will host an inside-outside community event on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wall Street still loves streaming, but are its affections well placed?
While streaming continues to drive media stocks, especially around quarterly earnings, it's not clear when it will start driving profits for smaller players.
From curiosity to conservation: How citizen science is teaching children and adults to see, experience nature
It often starts with something small, such as a new bird in a branch, a vibrant butterfly in a yard, a colorful plant growing through a crack in the sidewalk, or as part of a lawn. Suddenly, you are engaged ...
Altoona alumnus presents small business strategies during Startup Week
Penn State Altoona alumnus Asher Carr recently participated in Startup Week, held in March, with a talk titled “The First Steps to Small Business Success."
SBA now offering help for small business owners affected by drought
the Small Business Administration (SBA) is now offering disaster loans for small business owners who've suffered finnancial losses due to drought.
SBA now offering help for small business owners affected by drought
the Small Business Administration (SBA) is now offering disaster loans for small business owners who've suffered financial losses due to drought.
Celina small businesses frustrated over repeated power outages, leading to thousands in losses
How 3 small Gainesville businesses are using — or rejecting
As the integration of AI becomes more prominent, local businesses are deciding how far they are willing to incorporate it into their systems.
New Huawei Foldable Looks a Lot Like Apple's Rumored iPhone Fold
Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone is expected to feature a book-style form factor that's relatively uncommon in the foldables market, but Huawei's new Pura X Max appears to share a similar wide aspect ratio. Set to be released in China next week, Huawei's new device actually builds upon a design used by the original, smaller Pura X, which was marketed last year as an extra-wide flip phone.
SCORE Offers Free Business Mentoring Sessions
Local entrepreneurs and small business owners in Pasadena have a valuable resource at their fingertips with the ongoing SCORE One-on-One Mentoring Sessions. These free and confidential appointments provide individuals with expert guidance on starting, running, or growing a small business, courtesy of SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors. The sessions are designed to offer personalized advice and strategic insights from experienced professionals. SCORE, which stands for Service Corps of Retired Executives, is a non-profit organization and a key resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Its mission is to foster vibrant small business communities through dedicated mentoring and education. The organization comprises a network of seasoned business owners and executives who generously volunteer their time to support the next generation of entrepreneurs. As SCORE states, their mentoring is a “free, confidential service for anyone starting, running, or growing a U.S.-based small business.” These one-hour mentoring sessions are held every other Tuesday from 1 to 5 p.m. at two branches of the Pasadena Public Library: the Lamanda Park Branch Library and the Santa Catalina Branch Library. Appointments can be conveniently reserved up to 14 days in advance, ensuring that individuals can schedule a time that best suits their needs. This recurring service underscores SCORE’s commitment to continuous support for the local business community, helping them to plan, launch, and grow successfully. Need to Know: The SCORE One-on-One Mentoring Session offers free business guidance. These one-hour appointments are available every other Tuesday from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Pasadena Public Library’s Lamanda Park Branch (140 S Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107) and Santa Catalina Branch (999 E Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91104). The service is free. For more information or to book an appointment, visit [https://www.score.org/].
Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn’t need to be relentless
Why entrepreneurs and small business owners struggle with mental health, and how intelligent systems can improve that.
Tut Tut - Small Business Success Stories
Learn how Tut Tut, a local delivery company in France, uses Mac for application development and to power its fast-growing operations.
Entertainment Is Now the Engine of Brand Growth, Small World Reports
Little Black Book, Produced with Tracksuit, the 'Entertain or Die 3.0' report reveals that entertainment-first brands are driving stronger revenue growth and consumer preference in 2025
U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Relief to Colorado Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought
The U.S. Small Business Administration announces the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to offset economic loss caused by drought.
JAXA's 22-Year Bet on Frozen Comet Samples: What a Multi-Decade Mission Timeline Means for Planetary Science Funding
In the world of planetary science, a decade-long mission is considered ambitious. JAXA, Japan’s space agency, is now weighing something far more audacious: a sample return mission that wouldn’t deliver its cargo until the late 2040s, more than 22 years from the earliest planning stages. The proposed Next Generation Small-Body Return (NGSR) mission to comet […]
Election loss for Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has ripple effects for Trump, US conservatives
The big election over the weekend was in a small European country nearly half a world away from Washington, but the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has significant reverberations in the United States
Election loss for Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has ripple effects for Trump, US conservatives
The big election over the weekend was in a small European country nearly half a world away from Washington, but the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has significant reverberations in the United States.
Making light spin with a gold nanorod
Controlling photon spin, or the handedness of light, is useful for storing and transmitting information. However, generating circularly polarized light typically requires complex or chiral structures. Researchers from the Tokyo University of Science show that hitting a gold nanorod slightly off-center with an electron beam causes the light around it to rotate. This method offers a simpler way to control photon spin and could accelerate the development of smaller, more efficient optical and quantum devices.
How Golden Entertainment (GDEN) Narratives Are Shifting As Analysts Recut Targets And Takeover Nears
Golden Entertainment’s fair value estimate has been nudged from US$30.50 to US$30.00 per share, a small adjustment that still keeps the story focused around a US$30 mark. Some analysts view this US$0.50 trim as an incremental shift that reflects updated valuation inputs rather than a major change in the underlying outlook, while more cautious voices see it as a signal of reduced conviction at recent prices. As you read on, you will see how this updated target fits into the evolving analyst...
The Complex Transformations Underlying MC Escher’s Works
Self-similar images are rather common, which are images in which the same image is repeated on a smaller scale somewhere within the image that one is looking at, something which is also referred to…
All Things Detroit Day draws shoppers, celebrates small businesses at Eastern Market
The Sheds at Eastern Market were buzzing Sunday as shoppers poured in for All Things Detroit Day, an annual celebration of local small businesses featuring more than 100 vendors offering everything from apparel to food.
10 Vintage Plates That Are Worth a Small Fortune
Vintage dining ware from these 10 makers has become highly collectible, often selling for thousands. See which creators' pieces are most valuable today.
Pokemon Champions next Battle Pass contents leak
The Pokemon Company is no stranger to leaks what with the massive Gigaleak and the Terraleak. Now on a far smaller scale dataminer, ChicoEevee, has discovered all 50 levels of Pokemon Champions Battle…
Kansas City small business needs uniform tobacco regulation across Missouri
When every municipality can impose its own rules, store owners are at the mercy of whichever way the political winds are blowing. | Opinion
Peloton’s Latest Leader Thinks He Can Coach It Back to Health
The fitness company has fallen to a small fraction of its value at its pandemic peak, but Peter Stern says Peloton is headed in the right direction.
Peloton’s Latest Leader Thinks He Can Coach It Back to Health
The fitness company has fallen to a small fraction of its value at its pandemic peak, but Peter Stern says Peloton is headed in the right direction.
Small Business Administration offering drought disaster loans to Colorado small businesses, nonprofits
On Friday, the Small Business Administration announced it will offer low-interest federal disaster loans to Colorado small businesses and private nonprofits negatively affected by drought.
Gary Jackson featured at FMU School of Business for annual Common Author Colloquium
More than 60 students, faculty and community members gathered at Harris Auditorium Thursday for the annual Common Author Colloquium featuring author Gary Jackson, who discussed his new book “Small Lives: Poems,” which reimagines superheroes with new themes. The event, hosted by Shawn Smolen-Morton, chair of Francis Marion University’s Department of Modern Languages and professor of...