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Why Narcissistic Leaders Don’t Like Remote Work

A new study from Wharton’s Adam Grant finds narcissism is the common denominator among CEOs who are most resistant to remote and hybrid work.

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Entrepreneurship is one of rural America’s greatest economic strengths. – Bozeman, Montana

This national analysis is paired with fieldwork in Bozeman, Montana, one of the highest-performing rural-rooted entrepreneurial economies in the United States, to explore how different forms of capital reinforce one another and how local strengths can become meaningful economic advantages.

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Toronto Residents Halt Bike Lane Removal Amid Fierce Protests – Should Be a Wake Up Call for the US, Too

Cyclists and activists physically blocked workers and police to stop the dismantling of 18 kilometers of bike lanes. The conflict highlights a growing debate over urban transportation priorities and infrastructure.

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The Missing Ingredient in the Fight To End Car Crash Deaths is… Fewer Cars

Researchers found a strong link between higher driving mileage and fatality rates, suggesting modest reductions in driving could improve road safety. They recommend prioritizing safety projects that make alternatives to driving more accessible and practical.

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USDA Bans Solar Funding in Key Rural Energy Program

The USDA’s new rules exclude solar projects from the Rural Energy for America Program, sparking legal challenges from farmers and environmental groups. This policy shift could impact renewable energy investments in Montana’s agricultural communities.

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‘I realize that feels like a betrayal’: Bozeman City Commission approves $2.4 million purchasing agreement with Axon Enterprise

The decision was met with heavy criticism from some members of the community

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What the US Movement Against Data Centers Can Learn From Everywhere Else

Paris Marx, author of Hyperscale, has been tracking global data center development for years. The US has a lot to learn from what’s happened everywhere from Ireland to New Zealand.

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80-Year-Old Tests Tesla Self-Driving on 3,000-Mile Road Trip – “I love this car.”

Bill Sniffin relied on a used Tesla Model X’s autonomous driving for nearly 2,800 miles, revealing both the promise and challenges of EV technology on long trips.

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How could Missoula’s afterschool funding shift away from local property taxes?

The Best Beginnings Child Care Scholarship (BBS) program helps Montana families afford quality child care, allowing parents to participate more fully in the workforce and focus on their children(s) well-being. 

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He Helped Deport 200 People. Now He Has Misgivings.

A deputy in small-town Texas became the local face of ICE’s national crackdown.

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