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On Sunday, for the first time since January, the streets around Canada’s parliament in Ottawa were devoid of protesters and trucks, following a police operation that removed the remaining participants of the Freedom Convoy—a movement opposing COVID-related restrictions. In a three-day enforcement ef
Custom Truck One Source Introduces Advanced Equipment at Utility Expo 2025 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — At Utility Expo 2025, Custom Truck One Source (CTOS) and its manufacturing segment, Load King Manufacturing, showcased a range of innovative equipment aimed at utility, infrastructure, and construction secto
Few can match Doja Cat’s playful antics and unique style, making her a favorite on the internet. Her appearance on the pink carpet at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, wearing a “floss and vibes” ensemble from New York-based label Monse, marked the most daring fashion moment of the night. The brand l
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Truckers: Essential Workers in America Professional truck drivers play a vital role in the American workforce, numbering around 3.6 million according to the American Trucking Associations. This industry is the largest freight-hauling sector in the U.S. This year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation
HENDERSON, N.C. (WLS) — A death investigation involving a truck driver from the Chicago area is raising questions and inciting rumors online across the nation. Javion Magee, a 21-year-old from Aurora, was discovered deceased in a rural location on Wednesday. Authorities reported that Magee, who was
If you operate a truck for work—particularly a semi-truck—you must obtain the appropriate insurance coverage. The MarketWatch Guides team will explain what truck insurance entails, its costs, and recommend top companies for obtaining this insurance. Key Highlights Truck insurance costs can vary sign
Dive Brief: The U.S. Department of Labor plans to eliminate a 2024 rule concerning independent contractors that replaced a previous 2021 regulation focused on employee classification, as outlined in a regulatory agenda. The 2021 and 2024 rules differ in the criteria employers use for determining emp
Concerns Over Serial Killers Among Long-Haul Truckers There are fears that serial killers may be operating as long-haul truck drivers in the United States. The FBI initiated its Highway Serial Killings Initiative in 2009 after identifying a disturbing trend of murdered women—many of whom were transi
