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Small business AI adoption declines to just 28% Is artificial intelligence (AI) living up to the hype for small business owners? NEXT’s recent survey of AI tool adoption for small businesses shows that many are dialing back. Independent operators rely on AI tools to be more efficient, and they’re optimistic about its impact. But many more seem to have stopped incorporating AI into their business operations since they were last surveyed in 2024. And cost and complexity seem to be the bar...
Canva 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 movies and TV shows ar...
People participate in a Juneteenth celebration in Fort Greene park. Stephanie Keith // Getty Images The history and significance of Juneteenth Juneteenth—also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, or the country's second Independence Day—stands as an enduring symbol of Black American freedom. When Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger and fellow federal soldiers arrived in Galveston, a coastal town on Texas' Galveston Island, on June 19, 1865, it was to issue orders for the emancipation of enslaved peo...
Canva Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham 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 movies and TV shows...
Is this why Americans have hit the brakes on the #vanlife dream? After a boom during the pandemic, Americans are no longer embracing vanlife with as much enthusiasm as they did during lockdown. Plenty of pandemic-era habits have stuck around — Zoom calls, grocery delivery, comfy pants — but living out of a van freely on the open road, it seems, has not had the same staying power. Vanlife represents the outdoorsy lifestyle centered around mobile shelters like camping trailers, recreational veh...
One key benefit that many people overlook when trying to maximize their Social Security benefits is the spousal benefit. Under Social Security regulations, an individual may apply for Social Security benefits based on the work history of their spouse. Social Security spousal benefits are granted to individuals who performed the important work of raising families and maintaining the family home, by allowing them to claim benefits based on their spouse's work history, Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons...
6 money tips for recent grads When you graduate from college, you have an amazing opportunity to set yourself up for financial success. You'll hopefully be joining the ranks of the working world for the first time with a job that pays you a reasonable salary and makes full use of the degree you earned. And, while you may have student loans to pay back, options like debt consolidation and income-driven payment plans could give you the freedom and flexibility to pay them back on your own terms....
How to make meal prep easier and faster like Sarah Michelle Gellar For actress and entrepreneur Sarah Michelle Gellar, eating well has long been a priority. But, like many of us, she’s struggled to balance her health goals with the demands of a fast-paced career and a packed family schedule. “As a busy mom who's always working toward health goals, I was looking for a way to streamline my weekly meal preparation,” she says. That’s when she started using a meal planning tool to transform how she...
How AI is transforming manufacturing industries Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future-facing concept in manufacturing. It is a present-day force accelerating productivity, precision, and decision-making across the industrial sector. As manufacturers adopt AI-driven systems to optimize operations and reduce downtime, these technologies are becoming central to the evolution of Industry 4.0, where data and automation reshape how products are made and maintained. This guide by 10X...
Texas lawmakers hear concerns about bill to require proof of citizenship for voting Democratic lawmakers and Texas voters spent nearly four hours at a legislative hearing on April 24 demanding to know how a GOP-backed bill to require citizenship proof from voters would work, and warning that it could disenfranchise eligible Texans. Houston voter Jacqueline Altman told members of the House Election Committee that it recently took her two days to obtain a copy of her birth certificate from the...
Hannah Leigh Barnes // Shutterstock Highest-rated Class of 2025 football recruits from Alabama The dust has finally settled on the Class of 2025 football recruiting cycle. As programs look at their finalized rosters, the future landscape of college football is beginning to take shape. From five-star quarterbacks making headlines to underrated defensive linemen poised for breakout careers, this class is loaded with game-changing talent. Stacker compiled a ranking of the best Class of 2025...
American lawn care is going electric For generations of Americans, the soundtrack to spring weekends has been a rise in bird song and the loud, constant “virrrrrr” of neighbors cutting their growing grass. But the gas lawn mowers, leaf blowers and weed eaters that have been used for over a century to keep lawns manicured are not only noisy—in the past few years, researchers have discovered that they also pose an outsized risk to the environment and to human health. In response, cities acros...
The director of water re-use operations for startup Epic Cleantec holds up a sample of treated water. LOREN ELLIOTT // AFP via Getty Images The fix for parched Western states: Recycled toilet water If you were to drink improperly recycled toilet water, it could really hurt you—but probably not in the way you're thinking. Advanced purification technology so thoroughly cleans wastewater of feces and other contaminants that it also strips out natural minerals, which the treatment facility then h...
Canva Movies and TV shows casting across the US 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 movies and TV shows...
Ranked: The states paying the closest attention to America's manufacturing crisis Over the past 90 days, nearly 59% of U.S. states (30 out of 51) have shown concern about the rising cost of manufacturing, according to Google search data. Interest in tariffs, labor costs, and raw material prices is surging, showing that for many Americans, the state of manufacturing isn’t just a headline; it’s a growing concern. And for good reason. 2025 has been a rollercoaster year for the industry. With tar...
Young woman lying on her bed at home scrolling on social media. DimaBerlin // Shutterstock Social media before bedtime wreaks havoc on sleep—a sleep researcher explains why screens alone aren't the main culprit "Avoid screens before bed" is one of the most common pieces of sleep advice. But what if the real problem isn't screen time—it's the way we use social media at night? Sleep deprivation is one of the most widespread yet overlooked public health issues, especially among young adults and ado...
What is addiction, and how can we stop it? The complexities of addiction have stumped scientists for decades. Today, with 48 million Americans over the age of 12 suffering from a substance use disorder, and alcohol and drugs combined resulting in over a quarter of a million deaths annually, the urgency to find answers has only risen. At the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, researchers are looking for genetic links, studying personality traits and seeking new therapies for...
Can you get a cold in the summer? Tips to treat and prevent summer sniffles If you get sick with a cold during the summer, it might catch you by surprise. It turns out those rays of sunshine can’t protect you from the pesky viruses that cause the common cold. And while it’s true that you’re more likely to have cold symptoms in the wintertime, you can get a cold at any time of the year, GoodRx says. But is a summer cold different from a winter cold? If so, how? Key takeaways: - A summer cold is o...
Second Lieutenant Walter Sidlowski on Omaha Beach, Normandy, after helping to rescue a group of soldiers after their landing craft sank on D-Day. Walter Rosenblum/U.S. Army Signal Corps/Galerie Bilderwelt // Getty Images 50 facts and figures about D-Day Five years into World War II, the Allies were squeezing the Nazis from two sides. In Western Europe, Allied forces had managed to slow Adolf Hitler's ruthless expansion across the continent. Meanwhile, to the East, the Russians had successfully...
Person holding a full glass of coffee on a background of multiple empty finished cups. SrideeStudio // Shutterstock Caffeine use disorder: When your energy fix becomes unhealthy From espresso to energy drinks to supplements, caffeine comes in many forms, Rula notes. And if you're like most people, you probably enjoy a cup of coffee each morning or a late-afternoon soda to help you power through the workday. Most medical professionals agree that moderate caffeine use isn't necessarily unhealthy....
How many accidents are caused by texting and driving? Most people know that texting behind the wheel can increase the likelihood of a crash, but just how many accidents are caused by texting and driving? The Sumner Law Group LLC explores the risk factors associated with texting and driving, why texting-related accidents are so common, and what you can do to stay safe behind the wheel. What Are the Dangers of Texting and Driving? Operating a motor vehicle is inherently dangerous because there are...
Hand holding U.S. passport and wheeling a suitcase. Atstock Productions // Shutterstock As demand for US passports grows, here are the states with the most aspiring world travelers More Americans than ever before are gaining access to international travel with a U.S. passport. According to the Department of State, in 1990, only 5% of U.S. citizens had a passport. As of mid-2024, 48% of Americans have a passport. Pew Research from 2023 says half of Americans have visited between one and four...
How to protect your assets from nursing home costs As you or your parents get older, it’s natural to start thinking about the future and the financial impact of long-term care. Many people worry that nursing home costs and medical expenses could affect their life savings and the legacy they want to leave for their families. But by familiarizing yourself with the law, you can learn how to protect assets from a nursing home and create a stable future for yourself and your loved ones, LegalZoom s...
Why we still don’t have enough solid data on pregnancy in prison When the Bureau of Justice Statistics released the first-ever national look at reproductive issues in state and federal prisons in April, it answered some long-standing questions, while raising a few more, about pregnancy and maternal care behind bars. Even though women are the fastest-growing segment of the prison population, no agency tracks vital statistics on pregnancy and reproductive care in state and federal prisons. The BJS...
How to build business credit without using personal credit Many small business owners fail to consider business credit until they urgently need it. This financial tool is separate from personal credit and allows your company to secure financing based solely on its operational history and financial standing. For startups and emerging enterprises, establishing solid business credit can create a clear path to growth without risking personal finances. The benefits are substantial and practical....
