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Are we ready to trust in AI to power the future of customer communications? Ready or not, here it comes. Artificial intelligence is quickly changing the ways we interact with the world. That includes how businesses connect with people. But how do your customers feel about AI? What are your expectations for how AI will transform customer experiences? While using AI as part of a customer communications strategy isn’t exactly new, it is certainly expanding. Honestly, exploding might be a better w...
The LLC generation: How modern entrepreneurs are rewriting the rules of business formation One in four Americans ages 18 to 24 now runs a business, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor. That marks a historic shift in who starts companies and when. For over two decades, entrepreneurial activity peaked among people in their 30s and 40s. Today, it’s the youngest adults leading the charge. And they’re moving faster than any generation before them. Instead of treating formation as a dis...
kirill guzhvinsky // Shutterstock Bib Gourmand restaurants in Birmingham Michelin's Bib Gourmand distinction highlights restaurants that serve exceptional food at a good value—places where you can enjoy a memorable meal without the splurge of a fine-dining price tag. Stacker compiled a list of Bib Gourmand restaurants in Birmingham using the Michelin Guide, offering a taste of quality and creativity across the city's dining scene. Keep reading to see which spots made the list in 2025. La F...
5 top-rated used small SUVs If you've spent the last few years in a compact car, and you're feeling the need for an upgrade, a small SUV might be perfect for you. They offer increased cargo and passenger space without a big trade-off in fuel economy, and the prices are reasonable when you consider their capability. They're great for folks looking to downsize from larger vehicles too. Below are Edmunds’ top picks, as well as the average price for a 2023 model on the used market compared to the ba...
Europe’s new golden age: Americans choose culture over beaches Goodbye, sandy beaches, hello cultural immersion. A new era of travel is redefining how Americans vacation, with the majority seeking not just escape but enrichment. According to JayWay Travel’s 2025 study, 87% of travelers are shifting from passive relaxation to active exploration, trading sun loungers for museums, markets, and meaningful memories. This renaissance in travel is about value, identity, and connection. Europe has bec...
The most dangerous time to drive in every state In 2023, roughly one-third of all U.S. traffic fatalities (33%) happened between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m., with the single deadliest three-hour block from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (18% of all deaths). Those hours straddle the evening commute, when roads are crowded, daylight fades, and impairment risks rise. That pattern shows up year after year in federal crash data. Traffic deaths nationwide have risen sharply over the past several years, even as overall...
4 scam trends consumers must watch going into 2026 (and how to stay ahead of them) In America, fraud is no longer a static threat. It has instead become an evolving ecosystem, continually powered by artificial intelligence, automation, and an ever-expanding digital footprint. Consumers have spent much of the past decade reacting to the latest scam of the month, whether that be a phishing text, bogus charges, or something else. However, with 2026 on the horizon, scams are set to become more...
Holiday cheer turning hostile in restaurants Every year, millions of Americans head into stores and restaurants expecting warmth, efficiency, and holiday magic. But behind the counters, another reality is unfolding—one marked by rising stress, intensifying customer aggression, and a workforce pushed beyond its limits. CaterCow reports that 2025 holiday season is shaping up to be one of the most stressful in recent memory for retail and restaurant staff. Customer behavior is deteriorating, and th...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.72 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.05 (-1.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.61 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.4%) - Year change: +$0.13 (+3.6%) -...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.66 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.8%) - Year change: -$0.06 (-2.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.42 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.6%) - Year change:...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.59 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.07 (-2.7%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.4%) - Year change: +$0.23 (+7.2%) -...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.67 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.4%) - Year change: -$0.03 (-1.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.36 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.2%) -...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.62 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.5%) - Year change: -$0.12 (-4.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.27 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.8%) - Year change:...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.61 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.07 (-2.5%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-3.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.38 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.7%) - Year change: +$0....
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.64 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.5%) - Year change: -$0.05 (-1.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.40 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.8%) - Year change: +$0.15...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.66 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.8%) - Year change: -$0.10 (-3.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.42 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.0%) - Year change: +$0.13...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.56 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.07 (-2.8%) - Year change: -$0.09 (-3.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.33 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.6%) - Year change: +$0.15...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of December 1. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.63 --- Alabama average: $2.66 - Week change: -$0.08 (-3.0%) - Year change: -$0.07 (-2.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.42 - Week change: -$0.08 (-2.2%) - Year change:...
How AI rocketships redefine finance with automation How do finance teams at AI-led companies leverage automation today to operate at unprecedented speed? During an OnRamp San Francisco panel, leaders from AI companies, Cursor and Notion, and industry leaders, Airbnb and Poshmark, joined Ramp’s Megan Lin Gibbons to share the strategies they’re deploying to optimize productivity and hiring. AI is your newest analyst — manage it like one With AI technology advancing at breakneck speed, panel...
How to DIY a holiday card photoshoot Hiring a professional photographer is a great idea for holiday cards, but sometimes it can be costly and time-consuming to coordinate. For an easier and faster approach, consider doing a holiday photoshoot yourself — it can be a more personal and memorable experience. Grand Canyon Gas Logs shares tips on how to plan a DIY holiday photoshoot for holiday cards. Coordinate outfits Choose a style that appropriately represents your family. For instance, all y...
How much will your airplane ticket cost this holiday season? A record 81.8 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, according to AAA, with 6 million traveling by plane. AAA projected that nearly 8 million travelers flew for Christmas last year. Those are some of the highest holiday air travel counts ever recorded, and it comes as airfare remains higher than pre-COVID-19 pandemic prices. Motley Fool Money analyzed airfare data and travel trends to help consumers...
What questions should you ask a caregiver? Hiring a caregiver is a decision that significantly impacts your elderly loved one and the wider family dynamic. On the one hand, you want someone who is competent and well-qualified. On the other hand, having someone who cares about your senior loved one is also vital. It’s like meeting a potential new family member who will instantly become an important part of your life. A reputable home care company will send you caregivers who have undergone a s...
Why ‘clearance rates’ don’t tell the whole story about solving crimes Police departments’ “clearance rates” — the percentage of cases they declare closed — are one of the most widely cited benchmarks for how effectively they combat crime. Lawmakers reference clearance rates in hearings, mayors cite them during police budget debates, and community members often use them to judge how well their local department is functioning. But the figures can be confusing — and in some cases misleading. State...
Freight spot rates plunge on both coasts going into Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday amid weak imports Last week, the global trade policy landscape saw a mix of slowing down and reactivation. The U.S. administration, while maintaining its broader tariff agenda, indicated a pause or delay in the imposition of large semiconductor import tariffs, reflecting sensitivity to supply-chain disruption, consumer pricing and the U.S.–China trade truce. Meanwhile, Canada and India moved to reset...
Students want schools to incorporate AI in learning, but express some fears As more students utilize artificial intelligence inside and outside the classroom, they are outpacing schools in the adoption of generative AI tools for learning, according to a new survey by Project Tomorrow, a national nonprofit that researches technology and innovations in education. The report, published Oct. 23, was paired with an online panel discussion featuring Robin Lake, director of the Center on Reinventing...
