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Container shipping rates surge $800-$900 amid carrier rate increases Global trade dynamics were marked by heightened protectionism, legal pushback, and strategic realignments this past week. The U.S.-India trade confrontation intensified sharply as the U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on key Indian exports, prompting economic turbulence in India and escalating diplomatic tensions. Concurrently, U.S. courts challenged the legality of President Trump’s sweeping tariffs, ruling they exceeded executive a...
Losing faith: Rural, religious campuses are among the most endangered The Catholic prayer for the faithful echoed off the limestone walls and marble floor of the high-ceilinged chapel in Davenport, Iowa. It implored God to comfort the poor and the hungry. The sick and the suffering. The anxious and the afraid. Then it took an unexpected turn. “Lord, hear our prayer for St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy University,” the young voice said, “that the grace of the Holy Spirit may help us to follow God’s...
Intel faces the unusual challenge of trying to influence one of its owners: the federal government As the U.S. government obtains a 10% stake in Intel, the American computer chip manufacturer finds itself in the awkward position of attempting to influence Trump administration officials who now hold some sway over the company through its stock holdings. But as Intel executives navigate the new business arrangement, they have several political and policy tools at their disposal. And despite...
How AI is changing the news, and what businesses need to know Artificial intelligence has moved beyond being just a productivity tool — it’s changing the way people find and consume news. This shift is already reshaping how organizations approach public relations, investor relations and corporate communications, Notified reports. According to Mary Meeker’s 2025 State of the Internet report, ChatGPT is already handling an estimated 365 billion searches annually — a growth rate more than five time...
Father carrying daughter on shoulders in park. NDAB Creativity // // Shutterstock Best county to raise a family in every state Known in other parts of the world as shires, provinces, or territories, the United States' counties—also called boroughs or parishes in certain states—date back to the 1600s, when settlers first came to find freedom from British rule. Today, those counties remain, with the 50 states divided into several, each with its own unique makeup. Location is everything for cou...
Unlocking your business potential: A comprehensive guide to working capital In the fast-paced world of small business, managing finances often feels like a juggling act, with numerous elements demanding your attention. Among these, working capital is a critical factor that can significantly impact your business’s financial health. It serves as a financial cushion, allowing you to maintain normal operations while also seizing new opportunities as they arise. But what exactly is working c...
A red meat allergy from tick bites is spreading, and the lone star tick isn’t the only alpha-gal carrier to worry about Hours after savoring that perfectly grilled steak on a beautiful summer evening, your body turns traitor, declaring war on the very meal you just enjoyed. You begin to feel excruciating itchiness, pain or even swelling that can escalate to the point of requiring emergency care. The culprit isn’t food poisoning — it’s the fallout from a tick bite you may have gotten months...
African American man is holdiong his phone close to a credit card reader held by a waiter at a table. Shutterstock // Cameron Prins The cashless shift in America: What it means for shoppers and businesses Step aside, cash: There's a new king in America, and it's made of plastic. Fewer Americans are using cash for everyday purchases, favoring credit or debit cards and smartphone wallets instead. Several trends have fueled this shift. Online shopping has skyrocketed, with online retail sales...
How ChatGPT is quietly replacing review sites People love credit card points: the more you spend, the more you save. But figuring out which card will save you the most money isn’t easy. There are more options than you’d ever be able to look at individually, and you can go down deep rabbit holes comparing percentage points, airline transferability, sign-up bonuses, and more. Until recently, the best way to sort through all this complexity was to consult financial product review sites like Ner...
New Africa // Shutterstock See how popular pumpkin spice is in Alabama While we're still in the thick of summer, many are already looking forward to what they consider the best time of year: pumpkin spice season. This iconic fall flavor often makes its debut while it's still technically summer, which inspired Instacart to explore how popular pumpkin spice products are in Alabama and when they're showing up in carts nationwide. Instacart Pumpkin Spice Seasonality If it feels like pumpkin spice...
guruXOX // 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...
8 egg recipes for breakfast and beyond to help fuel your body and mind Wellness doesn’t need to be complicated. We may not have time every day to cook elaborate meals or get in a long workout, but there are other easy ways we can prioritize our health and well-being amid our busy lifestyles. In fact, one of the simplest steps you can take toward better health? Reach for a carton of eggs — it’s one healthy choice that supports your strongest self. Just two eggs give you 12 grams of complete prote...
Do you need a heart checkup? Christopher Malin had always been diligent about his health, so he was used to getting the basic tests — blood pressure readings and blood tests for cholesterol and glucose levels. The 59-year-old Melville, New York, resident knew he faced a higher risk of heart disease because of blood pressure that remained high despite medications and a family history of cardiac problems. Malin thought he’d covered all the bases. But at a visit with his primary care doctor in ear...
Media_Photos // Shutterstock 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...
Kids are making deepfakes of each other, and laws aren’t keeping up Last October, a 13-year-old boy in Wisconsin used a picture of his classmate celebrating her bat mitzvah to create a deepfake nude he then shared on Snapchat. This is not an isolated incident. Over the past few years, there has been case after case of school-age children using deepfakes to prank or bully their classmates. And it keeps getting easier to do. When they emerged online eight years ago, deepfakes were initially d...
How to do data enrichment the right way Data is the lifeblood of modern business. The value of any business decision starts and ends with data quality. This is why bad or incomplete databases can completely cripple a business, and why you need efficient data enrichment practices to stay ahead of the curve and set the standard within your market. What is data enrichment? In this article, Apollo.io will cover the ins and outs of data enrichment and explain exactly how you can use it to append yo...
Eczema prevalence and laundry practices: Navigating skin health in an era of rising allergies Allergies are becoming more common in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics, nearly 1 in 3 adults and over 1 in 4 children have been diagnosed with a seasonal allergy, eczema, or food allergy. Eczema is a chronic skin condition that affects up to 10% of adults and up to 20% of children. It's more than just dry skin. Eczema...
AI in procurement: Top benefits, use cases, and best practices Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing how companies buy goods and services, transforming procurement from a back-office function into a strategic business driver. Where procurement teams once spent weeks manually reviewing contracts and processing invoices, machine learning algorithms now scan thousands of documents in minutes, flag spending anomalies in real-time, and predict supplier disruptions before they impact opera...
Grusho Anna // Shutterstock 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...
Andy Dean Photography // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Auburn this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20...
Robert Clay Photography // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Mobile this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20 million-pl...
shuttersv // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Montgomery this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20 million-plus...
Andy Dean Photography // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Huntsville this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20 million-...
romakoma // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Anniston this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20 million-plus...
romakoma // Shutterstock The most expensive homes sold in Birmingham this year House prices have hovered near record highs for months, pushing affordability to new lows. But that hasn't stopped ultra-wealthy buyers from splashing the cash. With deep pockets and relative insulation from today's uncertain market, many affluent buyers are leaning into real estate as a tangible investment. California, Florida, and New York lead in these ultra-luxury sales, regularly posting $20 million-plus...
