Carnations, Coffee And Denim: A Look At Kenya's Top 10 Exports
Those jeans you bought at Walmart? They might have been made in Kenya. Here's a look at the country's leading exports.
Economy
Anthem To Buy Cigna, Creating Largest Health Insurer By Enrollment
The combined company would have an estimated revenue of $115 billion and cover 53 million people in the U.S.
Local Textile Company Makes A 'Seamless' Transition To Spur Growth
An Asheboro textile company that's been in business for over a century has been pivoting away from its once signature product. For years, Acme-McCrary thrived on manufacturing sheer pantyhose. It was steady work and always in demand. But when that industry began to decline, the company decided to shift to a new type of apparel. The Triad Business Journal's Katie Arcieri has been reporting on their transition. For this week's business report, she tells WFDD's Emily McCord that they're going seamless.
Greece Approves Reforms, Clearing Hurdle For Bailout Deal
The measures involve an overhaul to the banking and judicial systems — demands made by Greece's creditors in exchange for the 86 billion euro rescue package.
Fast-Food Workers Cheer As $15 Minimum Wage Advances In New York State
The increase, which boosts the minimum wage for many fast-food workers from $8.75 to $15 over several years, needs the labor commissioner's OK. Franchise holders say they're being targeted unfairly.
Zappos: A Workplace Where No One And Everyone Is The Boss
Earlier this year, the online retailer eliminated managers and embraced "holacracy" — a system of self-governance. It's one of a handful of firms that's trying to make middle management obsolete.
California, New York And Washington, D.C., Make Moves On Minimum Wage
The University of California system will increase hourly wages to $15, while New York is one step closer to doing the same for its fast-food workers.
With U.S.-Cuba Ties Restored, Embargo Leaves Trade Restrictions In Place
Washington, D.C., and Havana may have restored diplomatic ties, but the crippling trade embargo against Cuba is still in place — for now. President Obama has started paving the way to increase the export of agricultural products to Cuba, and to begin exporting construction and telecommunications equipment.
New York City, Uber Strike 4-Month Deal On Vehicle Cap
Mayor Bill de Blasio's administration had sought a 1 percent cap on Uber's growth within New York City, pending a study. Uber had opposed the measure.
More Health Plan Choices At Work: What's The Catch?
An Obamacare tax that starts in 2018 may prompt more employers to establish private health insurance exchanges. They'll give their workers cash to choose from a greater variety of plans.