
Rachel Curry
Market Realist WriterLocation: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United StatesEducation: University of DelawareRachel is a finance and investing journalist and content writer with a special interest in impact investing. She holds a BA in English and journalism and has been writing professionally since 2016. Rachel has lived in places like Vermont, Thailand, Ireland, and more. Through her work, she wants to act as a bridge connecting the world to the information they need to feel better, be better, and make this planet a better place to live.
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Red Bull co-founder Dietrich Mateschitz has died, but his legacy lives on with the energy company he built from the ground up. See who owns Red Bull now. NewsLiz Truss Resigned After 44 Days in Office — Still Gets Lifelong Six-Figure Annual Allowance
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