The latest numbers are in, and they show that U.S. manufacturing output has taken an unexpected upward turn. In August, production grew by 0.2%, surprising analysts who had predicted a slowdown. The automotive sector played a leading role, with motor vehicle and parts production bouncing back stronger than expected. This rise in U.S. manufacturing output…
Why Whistleblower Protections Matter for Contractors Whistleblower protections have become a major focus in U.S. government contracting. The federal government wants employees at every level to feel safe reporting fraud, waste, or abuse without fear of retaliation. For contractors, this means accountability is no longer just about compliance with rules—it’s also about creating a workplace…
Every so often, a deal comes along that reminds us what American manufacturing is all about. The new Wabtec locomotive deal with Kazakhstan is one of those moments. Worth a staggering $4.2 billion, the agreement calls for the construction of 300 locomotives in the U.S. and their subsequent shipment overseas over the next decade. Beyond…
As gold prices soar, wealthy Americans flee political unrest for northern stability The border checkpoint at British Columbia glows under a golden dusk. Brake lights shimmer on wet pavement. A gold coin rests on the trunk of a luxury sedan. And a figure in a hooded coat waits to cross. This is the new migration.…
As MLS fans flood stadiums, gold-backed crypto becomes the new betting currency The CONCACAF Gold Cup is in full swing. Stadiums are packed. Rivalries are fierce. But behind the roar of the crowd, a quieter shift is unfolding. Fans aren’t just betting. They’re hedging. And they’re doing it with gold. Crypto Meets the Pitch According…
As Egypt builds a mega resort at Mount Sinai, gold investors and religious leaders clash over sacred ground The sun sets behind Mount Sinai. Its jagged slopes glow with ancient fire. Below, bulldozers hum. Cranes rise. And a luxury resort begins to take shape. This is Egypt’s “Great Transfiguration Project.” It promises hotels, villas, and…