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Automation is coming for business admin, and that’s a good thing: Why entity management tech is becoming standard practice As businesses continue modernizing their operations in 2026, digital entity management platforms are replacing spreadsheets, paper records, and manual compliance tracking, signaling a broader shift toward automated business governance. Few conversations about business modernization begin with corporate recordkeeping. But they probably should. For decades, the a...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV...
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Mobile The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows...
sommai damrongpanich // Shutterstock From bouquets to filet mignon: What Instacart orders reveal about the best Mother's Day gifts in Alabama Mother's Day topped every other holiday for gift orders in 2025. Flowers, gourmet dinners, sweet treats — here's what customers sent and cooked for the special moms in their lives. Key Takeaways - Mother's Day was the #1 day for gift orders in 2025, with customers placing gift orders 18 times more often than average. - Over half of Mother's Day gift o...
Meet the AI fighting crime before it happens "The nature of threats facing public spaces and critical infrastructure has changed," said Harry Mead, CEO and cofounder of London-based AI security startup Augur, referring to the rise of so-called "grey zone" attacks in Europe. These threats, often coordinated by hostile actors to try to destabilize democratic nations, have targeted electricity grids, satellite communications, and transport infrastructure, and Mead is using AI to fight back....
As enrollment falls, old schools find new life as apartments In a once-thriving neighborhood in the southeast part of Atlanta, Lakewood Elementary served families who came to work at the General Motors assembly plant, a sprawling 100-acre landmark that became a path toward economic mobility for entry-level workers. At its height in the late 1970s, the plant employed as many as 5,700 people. But by the early ‘90s, when Gloria Hawkins-Wynn moved into the community, signs of decline were e...
Why people still worry about EV range For years, range anxiety has cropped up as a major factor holding people back from switching to an EV (electric vehicle). In dealer showrooms, family group chats, comment sections and road trip planning chats alike, questions are asked: Will it get me there? What do I do if things do not go to plan? Those concerns have not vanished, but it’s also no longer a simple conversation about how far an EV can drive on a single charge, or whether there will be a c...
1 ChatGPT examples that show its capabilities and limitations in 2026 ChatGPT can do a lot more than answer trivia questions. Marketers, writers, and business owners use it every day to draft content, brainstorm ideas, write emails, and automate repetitive tasks. But not every use case delivers the same value, and the gap between a good prompt and a bad one can mean the difference between a usable output and wasted time. This guide from WebFX breaks down 10 real ChatGPT examples across...
Survey finds failure doesn't scare founders, and most say they would try again Founders are launching companies at record levels despite high failure rates and economic uncertainty. According to U.S. Census Bureau data, Americans filed over 532,000 new business applications in January 2026. But a startup doesn’t equal success. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that approximately 4 in 5 businesses survive their first year, but that rate declines to about 50% by year five. However, fear of f...
How to optimize Amazon listings for Rufus AI Online sellers should know that Amazon's Rufus AI will recommend your competitor if your listing fails to answer a shopper’s question clearly. This becomes visible when browsing a product and asking Rufus basic fit and use-case questions. When a product doesn't meet a specific requirement, Rufus doesn't stop there. Rufus immediately offers to surface competing products that do meet the stated criteria. That moment changes how businesses should t...
How to insure an engagement ring If your ring is worth over $1,000, it is a good idea to get it insured sooner rather than later. Engagement ring insurance protects your investment if the ring is damaged, lost, stolen, or falls victim to a mysterious disappearance. The best part? Insuring your ring is much easier than you might think. Today, BriteCo walks you through how to insure engagement rings and factors that impact ring insurance costs. Whether it’s engagement ring insurance or wedding rin...
Furlough vs. layoff vs. termination: What's the difference? If you're worried about losing your job, you're not alone. Today's economy is tricky. Costs are still rising because of tariffs, and many people are worried that companies will reduce their headcounts to reduce costs or as they transition to AI. The loss of a job, no matter how it comes about, could make it difficult to keep up with your bills, resulting in debt and necessitating debt relief. But the way you lose a job could have an...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 11. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $4.12 --- Alabama average: $4.07 - Week change: +$0.12 (+3.1%) - Year change: +$1.34 (+48.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.35 - Week change: +$0.04 (+0.7%) - Year change: +$1.94 (+56.9%) - Historical...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of May 11. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.97 --- Alabama average: $4.07 - Week change: +$0.07 (+1.8%) - Year change: +$1.23 (+44.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $5.17 - Week change: +$0.10 (+2.0%) - Year change: +$1.96 (+61.1%) -...
The affordability crisis is creating a generation of renters Until recently, the roadmap for buying a home seemed clear: Get a good job, save for a few years, and buy a starter home. But America’s ongoing housing affordability crisis has turned what was once a common milestone into something far less attainable for most would-be buyers. Record-high home prices, elevated mortgage rates, and increased debt are just a few of the many factors that have made homebuying a daunting prospect. With l...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Florence metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Huntsville metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Mobile metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $365,545 in March, 0.8% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
Where fuel costs are climbing fastest, and why shelf prices are next When pump prices dominate the news, the story almost always flows to the coasts. California clears $5.90 a gallon, Hawai‘i tops $6, and Washington pushes past $5.40. Those numbers are eye-catching, and they deserve the attention they get. But the pump is only the first hit. It's the immediate one — visible at every fill-up, felt in every weekly budget — and it's the one that dominates the news cycle. The longer, larger impact i...
As spending shifts to e-commerce, AI is reshaping the landscape Once a fringe business model, e-commerce has become a staple of purchasing in the U.S. and around the world. Estimates place e-commerce's share of the world's retail at over 23% in 2025, with this figure expected to reach one-quarter by 2030. Even business-to-business (B2B) purchases are increasingly done online. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a bigger role in the online shopping experience. From...
9 midsize 3-row SUVs tested side-by-side For many families, a two-row SUV is a tight squeeze. Yet a full-size behemoth like the Chevrolet Suburban or Jeep Wagoneer can feel like docking a ship in a suburban driveway. Enter the midsize three-row SUV, the sweet spot, the Goldilocks of family transport without the cumbersome bulk. The best of today's bunch, like the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride hybrids, blend luxury-like comfort with fuel economy of up to 35 mpg. Others, like the Nissan...
7 commonly overlooked steps when starting a small business There’s a moment every new business owner knows well, the mix of excitement and uncertainty that hits once you decide to go for it. You have the idea, the energy and maybe even your first few customers. Then come the practical questions: Should I register as an LLC or S Corp? How do I pay myself? What happens when I hire someone? Starting a business often feels like wearing many hats at once: sales, HR, customer service, manager, o...
3 cheapest places to golf this spring As temperatures start to warm around the U.S., golfers pull out their clubs and start taking practice swings. It’s time for a spring golf trip, and the options continue to get better. While golf has a long history in the U.S. and U.K., it’s becoming more and more popular around the world. New courses in Thailand and elsewhere are opening up options for affordable, exciting golf trips. A U.S. golf trip is still appealing as well, especially in places lik...
Electric RVs in 2026: What's real and what's not The electric RV market is worth roughly $500 million right now. By 2030, analysts project it'll hit $2 billion. But here's the thing nobody in the press releases mentions: As of early 2026, you still can't walk into a dealership and buy one. The biggest names in the industry (Winnebago, Thor, Mercedes) have spent years showing off prototypes, running pilot programs, and teasing "coming soon" timelines. Meanwhile, a startup in Colorado is quietly...
Your tax return is filed. Now here's what's quietly draining your cash For small business owners, the weeks after tax season make cash flow problems harder to ignore — and the latest data points to a few clear causes. Tax season ends with a moment of relief: The return is filed and the paperwork is done. But expenses don’t stop. For small business owners, the period right after tax season is one of the most financially exposed windows of the year. According to a 2025 QuickBooks survey, 43% of...
