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Checking in on New England fisheries 25 years after ‘The Perfect Storm’ movie

Written by Stephanie Otts, Director of National Sea Grant Law Center, University of Mississippi

Filming 'The Perfect Storm' in Gloucester Harbor, Mass. The Salem News Historic Photograph Collection, Salem State University Archives and Special Collections, CC BY

Twenty-five years ago, “The Perfect Storm” roared into movie theaters. The disaster flick, starring George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg, was a riveting, fictionalized account...

Internet Speed as a Business Strategy
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Building Authority Through Off-Page SEO Strategies
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The Best Dynamics 365 Partners for Your Needs
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3 Reasons Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Start a Roofing Business
The roofing industry is currently on a promising trajectory, making it an opportune moment for entrepreneurs to dive into t…
From ‘Stone Age’ treasury boss to National Party Senator: John Stone 1929-2025
AUSPICJohn Owen Stone AO was a legendary leader of the Commonwealth Treasury. He was secretary (departmental head) from Janua…
The Mistakes Companies Make When Booking Event Spaces
Rushing venue selection often leads to overlooked issues that surface on the day Room layout and acoustics impact en…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Boutique Homes announce appliance change to Fisher & Paykel
ABN Group’s residential home building brand, Boutique Homes, today announced the transition from ILVE to Fisher & Paykel for standard inclusion. Customers yet to complete interior selections and attend…

How a tightening of wallets pushed Australia into recession
A go-slow on spending sent the economy backwards 0.3% in the first three months of this year, only the fourth such decline since Australia was last in recession in the…
Fleet Management: The Essentials
Introduction Running a fleet of vehicles is no easy task. From maintenance to fuel costs to driver management, fleet management encompasses a wide range of responsibilities. In this article, we will…
Budget 2024: Chalmers fights inflation, will it be enough for a rate cut?
Treasurer Jim Chalmers promised an “inflation-fighting and future-making budget” and he has delivered by introducing measures aimed at directly bringing down inflation.Combined, his A$300-per-household energy rebate and his 10% increase…

Australian Businesses Still Stuck in the AI Hype Cycle

Data Governance Failures, ROI Gaps and Unclear Strategy Slowing Progress Despite artificial intelligence (AI) dominating headlines and boardroom ag...

How to ensure your manufacturing business survives international tariff turmoil

Optimising your operations in FY2026 will help you combat the challenges of a volatile trading environment. Up, down, in out…Since the commence...

Why Apptio is Enhancing Visibility into AI and Hybrid Cloud

AI investments have become a strategic priority for business with the mindset that if you're not using AI, you're falling behind. But according to...

Beyond borders: Building a scalable strategy for international hiring

For many Australian businesses, growth increasingly depends on thinking beyond local borders. As wage pressures rise, and specialised talent pool...

The Next Generation of Maritime Sustainable Solutions

As organizations globally seek innovative ways to improve sustainability and their impact on Earth, the American Waterways Operators (AWO), a lead...

Demand for Home Batteries surges as Federal Rebate Kicks In

A leading provider of energy solutions VoltX Energy has seen a 400% increase in demand for home batteries in the past three weeks as people put d...