Alan Ritchson’s Tough Guy Talk Rings Hollow. Here’s Why

Actor Alan Ritchson is having a moment. It’s a rare and magical thing in Hollywood when a star’s docket brims with exciting new projects. The media, as if on cue, fawns over his or her every syllable. That’s where Ritchson stands today. Not only does he headline Amazon Prime’s “Reacher,” he also has a buzzy new action film heading our way soon – “The...

National Healthcare Corp. CEO Stephen Flatt is optimistic about 2024 — here’s why

Despite industry-wide challenges for the senior care industry, National Healthcare Corp. CEO Stephen Flatt said things are looking up for 2024. Here’s what he has to say about the company’s financials, growth and technology development. Nashville Business News – Local Nashville News | The Nashville Business Journal

The mayor’s transit plan is in the works. Here’s what to know right now.

The mayor on Feb. 15 announced his pursuit of a transit referendum on the November ballot. Residents will be voting on a transit expansion plan, but more crucially, they’ll be voting to raise taxes to secure dedicated transit funding. Just four of the nation’s 50 largest metros lack such dedicated funding today, and Nashville is one of them. Here’s what we know on a few key questions. Nashville...

Bridging The Growing Divide Between Employers And Their Valued Employees: Here’s How To Do It Right

Sponsored Post “The Great Resignation” impacted thousands of businesses of all shapes and sizes. Now, as the momentum behind job hopping and fast quitting slows, small business owners may feel some relief. However, now isn’t the time to hit the brakes on efforts that support employees both at and outside of work; as the turnover churn winds down, now is a strategic time to consider what steps...

Ultra-luxury Aman Resorts launches a more affordable brand called Janu. Here’s what it costs

Aman’s first hotel from its new brand — Janu Tokyo — is cheaper, but still crosses the $ 1,000 threshold on most nights. International: Top News And Analysis

Here’s everything the Fed is expected to do Wednesday

This week’s Federal Reserve meeting is likely to mark a substantial turning point for policymakers. U.S. News

This tiny country drove 15% of Nvidia’s revenue – here’s why it needs so many chips

About 15% or $ 2.7 billion of Nvidia’s revenue for the quarter ended October came from Singapore, an SEC filing by the chipmaker showed. International: Top News And Analysis

Sam Altman’s back. Here’s who’s on the new OpenAI board and who’s out

After several days of crisis and tumult, Sam Altman has returned as the CEO of OpenAI. Three new board members have replaced the leadership that fired Altman. International: Top News And Analysis

Is Social Media Addictive? Here’s What the Science Says.

A major lawsuit against Meta has placed a spotlight on our fraught relationship with online social information. NYT > Health

Apple’s iPhone 15 event kicks off on Tuesday. Here’s what to expect

Apple is hoping that its new iPhones can bust a sales slump, fend off renewed competition from Huawei, and can persuade owners of Android phones to switch. U.S. News

From the Top: If Nashville execs could audit a class, here’s what they’d choose

Nashville execs have their finger on the pulse of the local business community. The Business Journal is bringing that expertise to you in a monthly series featuring the perspective of some of Music City’s most influential leaders. Nashville Business News – Local Nashville News | The Nashville Business Journal

Aldi is getting bigger. Here’s why the no-frills German grocer is looking to the Southern U.S. for growth

The German retailer Aldi announced this week it plans to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket. International: Top News And Analysis