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Should I Return My Small-Business Loan?

It's a good question. And with the SBA PPP deadline looming, we sought out an expert to answer it.




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10 Movies All Entrepreneurs Should Watch on Amazon

From original films to Prime movies, here's what you need to watch.




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The 5:30 A.M. Warrior Call: The FDA Approves Phase 2 Testing of Coronavirus Vaccine (5/8/2020)

Biotech company Moderna said it plans to start phase 2 trials with 600 participants shortly.




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Germany ditches centralized approach to app for COVID-19 contacts tracing

Germany has U-turned on building a centralized COVID-19 contacts tracing app — and will instead adopt a decentralized architecture, Reuters reported Sunday, citing a joint statement by chancellery minister Helge Braun and health minister Jens Spahn. In Europe in recent weeks, a battle has raged between different groups backing centralized vs decentralized infrastructure for apps […]




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Deliveroo cuts ~15% of staff as coronavirus challenges food delivery

Is it feast or famine for food delivery startups during the coronavirus pandemic? The UK’s Deliveroo has confirmed it’s axing more than 350 staff — or around 15% of its global headcount. Late yesterday the Telegraph reported that the London-based startup will be cutting 367 staff and furloughing a further 50 out of a total headcount […]




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Cliqz pulls the plug on a European anti-tracking alternative to Google search

Cliqz, a Munch-based anti-tracking browser with private search baked in that has sought to offer a local alternative to Google powered by its own search index, is shutting down — claiming this arm of its business has been blindsided by the coronavirus crisis. Today was not great. We closed parts of @cliqz & our dream […]




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No cookie consent walls — and no, scrolling isn’t consent, says EU data protection body

You can’t make access to your website’s content dependent on a visitor agreeing that you can process their data — aka a ‘consent cookie wall’. Not if you need to be compliant with European data protection law. That’s the unambiguous message from the European Data Protection Board (EDPB), which has published updated guidelines on the […]




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UK’s NHS COVID-19 app lacks robust legal safeguards against data misuse, warns committee

A UK parliamentary committee that focuses on human rights issues has called for primary legislation to be put in place to ensure that legal protections wrap around the national coronavirus contact tracing app. The app, called NHS COVID-19, is being fast tracked for public use — with a test ongoing this week in the Isle […]




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Need Help Telling Your Startup Story? This Illustration Kit Is on Sale for $100 Off.

Make your web content pop with beautiful illustrations.




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The Social Selling System: Flipping a Follower into a Client

Create posts that feature you, your clients and how you can work together.




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Free Webinar | May 13: How to Create Massive Leads and Sales in an Ever-Changing World

Join author and entrepreneur Kim Walsh Phillips as she discusses best practices for driving leads in today's world.



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Make Your Branding and Marketing Content Pop with This Easy-to-Use $30 Digital Illustrator

You don't have to be an artist to make great digital art.




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5 Ways Brands Can Reinvent Their Digital Marketing Strategy

Surefire methods any business can adopt to help them thrive.




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4 Creative Ideas to Supercharge Your Digital Launch

When every new business is launching digitally, you need these things to stand out.




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Daily electricity demand in New York falls about 13% after COVID-19 mitigation efforts

Recent business shutdowns and changes to normal routines related to mitigation efforts for the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have caused daily, weekday electricity demand in New York state to decrease by 11%–14% in March and April compared with expected demand, after accounting for seasonal temperature changes. Electricity demand changes in New York state and in New York City, in particular, have been more pronounced than in other parts of the country, which may partly be caused by differences in electricity consumption across regions and the varying effects of COVID-19 mitigation efforts on these sectors.




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Smart Tips for Successfully Navigating the Initial Franchisor-Franchisee Interview

Once you have a few franchises in mind, you'll be talking to a franchise rep from each company. Here's the skinny on how that phone call should go.



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Why These 3 Advisors Paid to Say 'No' Are Your Best Allies When Buying a Franchise

Talk to these three people -- who are more likely to tell you 'no' -- before handing over your hard-earned cash for a franchise business.



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McDonald's Is Set to Lose $3.4 Billion in Value After the CEO Was Fired Over a Relationship With a Subordinate

McDonald's on Friday fired its CEO, Steve Easterbrook, for violating its policy of having a relationship with an employee.



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Fight for Your Franchise Challenge, Week 4: Evaluate, Adapt and Overcome

Three important steps can save your business for the future.



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Fight for Your Franchise Challenge, Week 5: Implementing the Franchise Equation

When a business is running at its peak in all areas, efficiency and profitability increase exponentially.




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The 3-Step Strategy to Help You Determine Your Business Mission, Values and Goals

Doing so quickly is essential to getting your business on track.



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5 Can't-Miss E-Commerce Personalization Ideas

It's time to move beyond mere product recommendations.




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How Localizing Your Webite's Content Can Boost Sales

If your business isn't reaching its target customers online, you're blowing a big opportunity.




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4 Things You Can Do Right Now to Generate Leads and Sales Online

Some timely advice for restaurants and retailers struggling to stay open during the pandemic.




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Yelp Adds GoFundMe Donation Button for Struggling Local Businesses

Look for the "Donate" option on the web and in the app to help support restaurant, nightlife, beauty and fitness operators.




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Launching a New Site? Make Sure You Understand Digital ADA Compliance

Any business's online presence must comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act.



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3 Ways to Sell Your Services Virtually Right Now With No Upfront Costs

Pivot your offerings and add value now to drum up cash.




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5 Ways Brands Can Reinvent Their Digital Marketing Strategy

Surefire methods any business can adopt to help them thrive.




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TALK OF THE TOWN: Lilly James spotted wearing pyjamas

TALK OF THE TOWN: Both Lily James and Keeley Hawes were photographed wearing baggy pyjamas while on set for the new Netflix version of Daphne Du Maurier's Rebecca.




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The real princess of Downton Abbey: Princess Mary will be character in new period drama movie

The princess, daughter of George V and Queen Mary,  will be played by Kate Phillips in the feature-length adaptation of Downton Abbey which will use her home in West Yorkshire in its set.




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EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Lady Pamela Hicks reveals guest died after lunch at her family's stately home 

RICHARD EDEN: When a Downton Abbey episode featured a Turkish diplomat dying while in bed with Lady Mary, viewers scarcely believed that his body could be simply whisked away.




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The King's coming... call for Carson!

It's been four years since we bade farewell to Downton Abbey on our TV screens, and now all the old favourites are back in a film alongside new faces Imelda Staunton and Tuppence Middleton.




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Come dine at Downton: Sardine salad

Kingly kedgeree, lobster cutlets and cocktails the Crawleys would have quaffed, in this extract from the new Downton Abbey recipe books




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The Downton Abbey cast reveal the new film's most startling secrets

The star with two left feet. Why producers had to call in the Army. And the twist that had the actors reeling. Imelda Staunton, Allen Leech and the Downton Abbey cast reveal the film's most startling secrets




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Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield get the giggles as they announce Downton Abbey special

This morning will air a special episode from Highclere Castle - the location used as Downton Abbey in the TV series and forthcoming movie.




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Laura Carmichael looks chic as she attends Downton Abbey's photocall in Hamburg with Hugh Bonneville

Laura Carmichael and Hugh Bonneville and Laura Carmichael looked in fantastic spirits as they attended the photocall for the movie in Hamburg, Germany on Wednesday.




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Downton Abbey's Elizabeth McGovern and creator Julian Fellowes talk about the movie

The actress, 58, and writer, 70, appeared on Friday's Good Morning Britain where they also teased a potential sequel for the film.




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Downton movie producers sign lucrative multi-million pound deals ahead of film's release 

The Downton Abbey movie is more than just a film- it's the heart of multi-million-pound merchandising industry, as companies seek a little aristocratic gloss to help sell their products.




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Downton Abbey movie: Allen Leech's wife Jessica debuts her baby bump at the London premiere

Allen Leech's wife Jessica Blair Herman debuted her baby bump as the couple hit the red carpet for Downton Abbey's world premiere, held in London on Monday.




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Jim Carter, 71, walks the red carpet with wife Imelda Staunton, 63

The actor, 71, cut a dapper figure as he posed with wife Imelda Staunton, 63, at the Downton Abbey movie premiere at Cineworld in Leicester Square, London on Monday.




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JAN MOIR's view from the stalls ahead of the release of the Downton Abbey movie 

It has been four long, desolate years since the last ever episode of everyone's favourite British costume drama, so the arrival of Downton the Movie is not a moment too soon.




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From radio waves to sticky tape and even a facial sling, the wacky ways to keep your chin up 

Almost 70 per cent of people have concerns about their jaw and chin. Alice Smellie teamed up with aesthetic doctor Mervyn Patterson to give verdict on the latest tightening treatments.




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Maura Higgins sports a traditional maid's outfit during This Morning live from Downton Abbey

The Love Island star, 28, donned a traditional black and lace maid's outfit as she enjoyed a chat with Alison about the films previously shot at the location.




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Kelly Brook sets pulses racing as she dons plunging floral printed dress

The presenter, 39, took viewers on a tour of the castle grounds and some fans took to social media to comment on the glamour model's low-cut garment.




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William Hanson reveals the key etiquette lessons we have learnt from Downton Abbey

The much-anticipated Downton Abbey film is released in British cinemas today, bringing with it a wealth of etiquette lessons, according to MailOnline's expert William Hanson.




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Downton Abbey feels exactly the same three-and-a-half years later

Back in the Seventies, much-loved television shows were regularly turned into films, and for eager audiences it often proved a rather disorientating experience.




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Downton Abbey's Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael and Allen Leech cover Town & Country

Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael and Allen Leech are Town & Country's October 2019 cover stars, appearing in a sumptuous photoshoot that captures the nostalgia of the period drama.




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Downton Abbey star Allen Leech's pregnant wife Jessica shows off her bump at New York premiere

Allen Leech's wife Jessica Blair Herman looked absolutely glowing as they attended the New York premiere of the Downton Abbey movie on Monday.




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Soldiers and horses from King's Troop Royal Artillery throw shadows across the beach

Around 120 horses and 150 personnel left their barracks in London for an annual training visit to the North Norfolk coast. The unit is the Queen's ceremonial saluting battery.




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SEBASTIAN SHAKESPEARE: Downton Abbey's Earl Hugh Bonneville lands a real-life royal role

The film version of Downton Abbey showed the morally upright Earl of Grantham - portrayed by Hugh Bonneville - resplendent in the uniform of the Lord-Lieutenant of Yorkshire.