World Cup could cost employers $17 billion in lost productivity, survey finds

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More than a quarter of employees surveyed said they expect to arrive late, leave early or miss work to follow the tournament. The 2026 FIFA World Cup may be a win for soccer fans, but a new survey suggests it could become a costly challenge for employers. Workforce management company UKG estimates the tournament could lead to … Read more

Everything’s bigger in Texas — including Fortune 500 headquarters. State leads nation with 57

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The latest Fortune 500 list puts Texas on top, with Dallas-Fort Worth home to many of the companies driving the state’s economic clout. DALLAS — The newly released 2026 Fortune 500 goes big on Texas.  Gov. Greg Abbott highlighted the milestone Tuesday, noting that Texas has 57 Fortune 500 headquarters, the most in the nation. … Read more

Track meet stabbing trial day 2: Jury of 12 with 6 alternates selected in Karmelo Anthony case | Live updates

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The trial of Anthony, accused of killing Austin Metcalf, is expected to last two weeks. He faces up to life in prison if convicted. He has pleaded not guilty. MCKINNEY, Texas — The trial of 18-year-old Karmelo Anthony continues today in Collin County, after last year’s fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a Frisco … Read more

Track meet stabbing trial day 2: Judge, lawyers narrowing jury pool today in Karmelo Anthony case | Live updates

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The trial of Anthony, accused of killing Austin Metcalf, is expected to last two weeks. He faces up to life in prison if convicted. He has pleaded not guilty. MCKINNEY, Texas — The trial of 18-year-old Karmelo Anthony continues today in Collin County, after last year’s fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a Frisco … Read more

Track meet stabbing trial day 2: ‘His life is…in your hands’ defense lawyer tells jury pool in Karmelo Anthony case | Live updates

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The trial of Anthony, accused of killing Austin Metcalf, is expected to last two weeks. He faces up to life in prison if convicted. He has pleaded not guilty. MCKINNEY, Texas — The trial of 18-year-old Karmelo Anthony continues today in Collin County, after last year’s fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a Frisco … Read more