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In 2009, Patricia Jones walked into Hudson Valley Brain and Spine, a well-known neurosurgical group, for a “routine” surgery– a decision that would change her life. The 56-year-old payroll manager from Rockland County reported tingling in her arms, hands, and neck, and chose to seek care from the respected medical group. During the procedure to relieve her pain, a bone fragment was lodged in the spinal cord’s protective covering, resulting in a cord contusion. However, doctors failed to properly assess the injury and proceeded with the operation. The result: Jones left as a quadraplegic. "On August 18th, Patricia Jones walked into Good Samaritan Hospital," Jones’ lawyer told the jury during her medical malpractice suit. "What she didn't know is that those would be the last steps that she would ever take."
Sprinkled across the gilded facade of corporate industrialism is a myriad of independently owned businesses. In 2025, 36.2 million small businesses make up 99% of all businesses in the United States, yet they are probably not what first comes to mind when we hear the word “business.” Not only are they overshadowed by corporate giants, but the 35% of small businesses that survive for 10 years are usually “dull normal,” monotonous services, safe private investments.
The art world’s semblance of opacity and exclusivity is perpetuating an intimidation that keeps many people from one of the most fulfilling, human forms of investment there is. While most people are aware of the art world, many feel removed from even a basic understanding of its operative functions and institutional value. But for young professionals who will soon be building their financial portfolios, familiarizing oneself with the art world and its breadth of potential as both a passion and asset class can transform financial strategy into a creative practice.
For international students graduating into a competitive job market, understanding the pathway from student to working professional requires careful planning. For them, “dreaming big" often means fighting the clock: 60 days to secure a job, 12 months to prove your value, and one lottery that can decide your future. This article aims to explore the current situation of F-1 students and the economic impact of changes surrounding enrollment and employment.
Six years ago, billionaire owner Joe Lacob led his NBA franchise, the Golden State Warriors, to complete a $1.5 billion expansion into their newly constructed Chase Center. This marked a business expansion strategy that moved the 40-year franchise from Oakland to the Bay Area in 2019. Initially launched in January of 2017, this expansion project partnered with investment bank J.P. Morgan Chase, who acquired the naming rights of the arena by agreeing to pay the Warriors $300 million over 20 years. Although Chase Center’s full seating capacity is only 18,064 — significantly less than Oracle Arena’s 19,200 — the expansion project proved to be immensely successful in the six years since completion.