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Nostalgia sells: Inside the brands using throwbacks to win Gen Z and Millennial shoppers Nostalgia is everywhere. And while yearning for the past is nothing new, its ubiquity in modern marketing and commerce is fueled by digital platforms that make it easier than ever to revisit the imagery, music, and aesthetics of earlier decades—transforming memory into a shared, searchable experience. As of October 2025, TikTok’s #nostalgia hashtag included 16.9 million posts, with almost 100 billion views,...
How homeowners are solving the biggest holiday decorating headaches Every holiday season starts the same way. You pull the boxes out, untangle the lights, and drag the ladder from the garage. It’s cold, your hands hurt, and half the bulbs are out, but you keep going anyway because that’s what you do. After a dozen risky trips up and down the ladder, you step back, squint, and decide it looks good enough. It’s not just the time or safety risks that wear people down—it’s the fussiness of gettin...
Media_Photos // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans 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...
The hidden costs of business credit cards — and how to avoid them No-fee business credit cards often include perks for startup founders and small business owners. From double the points to airport lounge access, you can get benefits that make your credit card spending go further. However, a problem arises when you don’t read the fine print and encounter pesky hidden costs — fees you didn’t even know you had to worry about. The catch is that “no annual fee” doesn’t mean “no cost.” It simpl...
Need transportation to your medical appointments? It might be covered by your health insurance Unless you’re employed in the healthcare field, or you or a family member is enrolled in a Medicare Advantage or Medicaid health plan, you may be unfamiliar with non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT). Perhaps you’ve seen wheelchair vans on your local streets or know someone who gets rides to their medical appointments through their health insurance, but that’s about as far as your knowl...
Cringe fest or catered feast? How workers really feel about office Thanksgiving events Thanksgiving in the office might sound warm and fuzzy — until someone suggests going around the room to share what they’re thankful for. A new survey of 1,000 full-time employees from CaterCow found that while corporate catering brings people together, forced gratitude and potluck coordination tear them apart. When asked to rate common corporate Thanksgiving traditions on a scale from “absolutely hate it” t...
Why heart attacks spike during Thanksgiving, and what you can do about it Every Thanksgiving, while millions of Americans gather around tables laden with turkey and pie, emergency rooms brace for an invisible surge: a wave of cardiac emergencies that makes the holiday season one of the deadliest times of the year. Doctronic explores the sobering statistics. Norton Healthcare research shows cardiac deaths increase by approximately 5% during the holiday season, with studies documenting a 5% to 15%...
Canva Coat drives near Huntsville For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Montgomery For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Auburn For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Florence For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Mobile For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Daphne For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Gadsden For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and employe...
Canva Coat drives near Birmingham For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Dothan For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Decatur For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and employe...
Canva Coat drives near Anniston For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
Canva Coat drives near Tuscaloosa For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can't afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn't just affecting Americans living in poverty. United Way uses the term ALICE to refer to the increasing number of people who are asset-limited, income-constrained, and...
How urban farms can make cities more livable and help feed America If you’ve spent any time on a roof, you know that it’s not especially pleasant up there — blazing in the summer, frigid and windy in the winter. Slap some solar panels up there, though, and the calculus changes: Shaded from gusts and excessive sunlight, crops can proliferate, a technique known as rooftop agrivoltaics. And because that hardware provides shade, evaporation is reduced, resulting in big water savings. Plus, all t...
Gen Z says stuffing is for Boomers: Here’s what they’re serving instead for Thanksgiving Get ready, America: Thanksgiving is getting a Gen Z makeover. A recent Hims & Hers study investigated which Thanksgiving side dishes various generations love most. According to results, which Hers examines here, it seems that the classic plate of turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and gravy that typically dominates dinner tables for the holiday is getting an update — and some classic side dishes are on th...
Startup equity is not dead: Why startup founders still believe in shared ownership Even as equity skepticism is growing among startup teams, founders continue to see ownership as the foundation of trust, motivation, and shared success. Cake Equity reports that despite rising skepticism, founders still consider ownership an important part of startup culture. Is equity entering a difficult era? It’s been hard not to notice a wave of equity skepticism emerging across the startup world. After y...
The 10 recognition ideas employees actually value in 2025 (inclusive, remote-friendly, and under $20) In the modern age of automation and alerts, a powerful motivator in the workplace remains remarkably human: recognition. It’s rare to find someone who doesn’t appreciate a compliment every now and then on their work, and employee recognition in particular can potentially help with retention. WorkTango put together a list of 10 cost-smart employee recognition moves and compiled from data fro...
Internet users top 6 billion, with 2 in 3 people on social media and 1 billion using AI Social media has officially hit supermajority status. New data shows there are now 5.66 billion social media user identities worldwide—equivalent to 68.7% of the global population. That means social media users now outnumber non-users two to one. The milestone, released in Digital 2026 from Meltwater and We Are Social, comes as digital behaviors evolve rapidly, with more people spending their time online in n...
The new balancing act: Midlife adults are now caring for their kids and aging parents By 7 a.m., the house is already in overdrive. Lunches are packed, emails are waiting, and between drop-offs and deadlines, there’s another call to make, this one for Mom’s doctor. For millions of Americans in their 40s and 50s, this is daily life as part of the Sandwich Generation, balancing kids, careers and caregiving. And now, with Medicare open enrollment underway through Dec. 7, that balancing act is eve...
