The people's voice of reason
The people's voice of reason
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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...
Rethinking the role of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve The United States’ Strategic Petroleum Reserve hit a four-decade low in mid-2023—at 347 million barrels, or less than half the reserve’s capacity—and today stands at 410 million barrels or 57% of the SPR’s 714 million barrel authorized capacity. This pool of presidentially controlled crude oil is a strategic asset, but also an internationally agreed-upon reserve squirreled away in case of emergency. At current prices, it would cost the...
How your credit score really affects your car insurance rate CheapInsurance.com examines how an applicant’s financial profile intersects with their driving profile in determining auto insurance rates. Most drivers know that factors like driving record, vehicle type, and residential ZIP code influence an auto policy. However, the credit-based insurance score often plays a significant role as well. This article explains the relationship between credit and insurance, outlines scenarios where c...
Elena Veselova // Shutterstock Easy as pie: See the most uniquely popular pie in Alabama As the air turns crisp and kitchens across the country start to hum with the sounds of Thanksgiving prep, one dessert takes center stage: pie! From the seasonal warmth of pumpkin to the sticky sweetness of pecan, pie is the crown jewel of the Thanksgiving holiday table. Using its purchase data from 2024, Instacart serves up a slice-by-slice look at which pies reigned supreme during Thanksgiving week, how...
LLC vs. S-corp vs. C-corp: Which is best for you in 2025? More than 5 million new business applications were filed across the United States last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That pace set a record and continues to carry into 2025. The Small Business Administration reports that more than 21 million business applications have been submitted since 2021, far above pre-pandemic levels. That surge reflects a permanent shift in how many Americans think about work and ownership....
Connected or left behind? How digital access varies across US states in 2025 In 2025, connectivity to the internet is nearly as important to life as electricity. People rely on it for their social identity, communication, information, and economic opportunity. However, despite its importance, there are still many who are left behind and face barriers to achieving connectivity. Some states have substantially higher rates of internet connectivity than others. This can be linked to a range of...
