The people's voice of reason
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Mehaniq // Shutterstock Biggest sources of immigrants to Birmingham Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with...
Kenishirotie // Shutterstock Biggest sources of immigrants to Auburn Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with immigrati...
Kenishirotie // Shutterstock Biggest sources of immigrants to Anniston Over 15% of the United States population is composed of immigrants. But in reality, the vast majority of Americans today are here because of relatives who immigrated from other countries some time in the last several hundred years. And while the distinctive American culture and spirit is the result of blending many diverse cultures and histories, the United States has for centuries had an up-and-down relationship with...
These 4 companies cash in every summer, and their stocks have followed Every summer, warm weather drives predictable shifts in consumer behavior: Families travel, airports fill up, and buildings crank up their cooling systems. The Motley Fool tested whether that seasonal pattern actually translates into stock market gains. Thirty-six publicly traded companies with a genuine reason to do more business in the summer — spanning hotels, airlines, cruise lines, HVAC and cooling providers, and s...
Soft tissue damage after an accident could be permanent and may be eligible for a personal injury claim Most people think of soft tissue injuries as minor inconveniences causing temporary aches, quickly healed by time and an ice pack. However, soft tissue damage after an accident can be permanent depending on the severity of the injury, its location, and the effectiveness of the medical care. Bayuk Pratt broke down the symptoms and long-term impacts of soft tissue damage and the legal options...
The pros and cons of owning a golden retriever If you’ve ever met a golden retriever, odds are you were won over fast. They have a way of greeting the world, and everyone in it, like a long-lost friend, and that easy warmth is a big part of why they remain one of the country’s most popular dogs. Still, choosing one deserves more than a gut feeling. Goldens ask real things of their owners, from steady grooming to serious exercise, and they carry a cancer risk that genuinely sets this breed apa...
Thousands of journalists are leaving newsrooms and taking marketing jobs. Here's why. Former liberal arts majors, journalists, and other lovers of the written word are flocking to a new career path: brand journalism. This type of role involves much of the same research and writing work that journalists are accustomed to, but within a business setting instead of a newsroom. Depending on their role and the brand they work for, they might be doing things like writing news coverage of an awards...
How real estate investors are using property data to find deals before they hit the market Although the median sales price of a U.S. single-family home has continued to slide since its peak in late 2022, real estate investors are still contending with a seller’s market in many parts of the U.S. In a competitive environment, the most successful investors are, more often than not, able to identify favorable properties before sellers actually list them on the market. Making a pre-market offer on a...
Command the cookout: 8 disastrous grilling mistakes and how to avoid them Nothing says summer like friends and family gathering around the grill for a barbecue feast. And while there are myriad foods that can be grilled to perfection, there are just as many ways to screw it all up. If you’re not careful, those gourmet burgers can quickly turn into hockey pucks, that double-cut Iberico pork chop might retain all the tenderness of shoe leather, or worse yet, you might set off a five-alarm fire b...
The cost of home care and how to pay for it When a senior loved one needs help at home, one of the first questions families ask is "How are we going to pay for this?" The emotional weight of seeing someone you love struggle with daily tasks collides with the financial pressure of affording care. You're not alone in feeling that tension. A 2025 Pew survey found that of all the seniors currently living at home, 60% want to age in place with a caregiver, but only 37% feel confident it will actually...
As gas prices and airfare soar, is it cheaper to fly or drive when traveling on a budget? If you're traveling domestically in the U.S. and trying to save money, deciding whether to drive or fly can be an important decision. You may assume a road trip is always cheaper for those traveling on a budget, but as fuel prices surge due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, that's not necessarily true. As of July 24, 2026, AAA pegged the national average fuel price at $4.10 per gallon for regular...
When is the best time to buy a used car? The best time to buy a used car is in October and November, according to Edmunds sales data and our analysts. That's the simple answer, but what if you can't wait until then? Are there other good times to buy a used car? Are prices trending high or low now? There are many factors that determine when it's a good time to buy a used car, including how many lease returns are coming, market conditions, and even specific months when prices trend higher — all o...
5 money conversations to have before kids go back to school A new school year, for many families, means new expenses. Beyond school supplies, there are technology fees, lunches, club expenses, and the daily temptations of vending machines and in-app purchases for kids with access to mobile devices. Only 25% of U.S. parents who live with children say they talk with their kids about finances, according to Forbright Bank's recent survey of more than 1,800 U.S. consumers. As kids start a new school...
The states where vacation rental returns are holding and where they're falling apart Short-term vacation rentals remain a solid investment for many landlords and property managers—as long as you know where to buy. As the market has matured and become saturated in some places, owners have also had to contend with more statewide and municipal-level regulations. These conditions have forced STR investors to analyze more data than ever before in their search for profitable properties. To give you a...
More than 74,000 older adults seek measles immunity tests amid US outbreaks Measles was surging in West Texas as Nancy Churnin eagerly awaited the birth of two grandchildren. She was sure she had been vaccinated decades ago, but she wanted to confirm she was still protected. She didn’t want to risk spreading the highly contagious disease to vulnerable newborns, so she got a simple blood test last year. “I wanted to double-check my immunity,” said Churnin, a children’s book author who lives i...
More drivers are staying in their current cars. Why they should consider revisiting their original loan. With new car prices averaging $50,000 and inflation squeezing household budgets, more Americans are holding on to their car for longer. Findings from Caribou’s 2026 Car Loan Sentiment Survey of 2,000 U.S. auto loan holders suggest that this decision to stay put raises the financial stakes on loans most borrowers have never revisited. Only 29% of borrowers have ever checked whether they qualif...
As more unmarried couples buy homes, financial conversations are becoming essential Owning a home is still a big part of the American dream. Getting there, however, looks very different from what it did for previous generations. People still buy homes today (sales increased by 3.2% in May 2026, according to the National Association of Realtors), but they face higher hurdles, such as the exorbitant cost of living and soaring housing prices. One way to overcome these hurdles is to buy a home with...
School cameras may protect students. But who protects the footage? Look around you at any school, and the chances are you’re going to see a security camera. Entrances, parking lots, hallways, reception areas, bus lanes and playgrounds all need visibility. When an incident occurs, footage can help staff work out what took place and why. But recently, the risk around student images has changed. AI has made ordinary images easier to copy, alter, share and weaponize. That doesn’t mean school CCT...
Saving for children: A goal-based guide to Trump Accounts, 529s, Roth IRAs and custodial accounts Someone seeing an ad for Trump Accounts might wonder: How is this different from the 529 plan and custodial account I already set up? Why would I open a retirement account for my 5-year-old? Those questions get to the real issue: These accounts aren’t interchangeable, and the right choice depends on what you’re trying to accomplish. Many American families are trying to balance two priorities: sav...
AI is now very good at diagnosing health problems, but doctors are still better at weighing treatment options A father is worried about his toddler, who has been running a fever for two days and pulling at one ear. A 65-year-old woman has been getting winded on her morning walks and feeling more fatigued than usual. Both reach for their phones and type their symptoms into an AI chatbot. “Your child likely has an ear infection,” the father learns. “Your symptoms could indicate a cardiac condi...
5 cybersecurity regulations healthcare organizations can't afford to overlook in 2026 As AI and automation increasingly become embedded into healthcare operations, securing these technologies becomes critical, especially for organizations managing protected health information (PHI), which are frequent targets for cybersecurity threats such as data breaches and unauthorized access. To safeguard this sensitive data, regulatory agencies like the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (...
Forecast: US job market poised for improvement in Q3, especially for certain experienced workers The US job market is showing signs of stabilization after several years of uneven hiring and uncertainty, according to a new Q3 job forecast. Published in a job market report from professional services company Toptal, the forecast projects conditions for several key areas of the U.S. labor market: all nonfarm job openings, professional services job openings, and information services (i.e.,...
Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Montgomery mid-year housing market review Seven months into 2026, the housing market is showing signs of unwinding from the pandemic-era frenzy that drained supply, pushed prices to record highs, and brought activity to a standstill. Buyers have more homes to choose from than they did at the start of the year, competition has balanced in a few slower markets, and price growth has remained relatively modest. Affordability is still a key issue and is limiting...
Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Mobile mid-year housing market review Seven months into 2026, the housing market is showing signs of unwinding from the pandemic-era frenzy that drained supply, pushed prices to record highs, and brought activity to a standstill. Buyers have more homes to choose from than they did at the start of the year, competition has balanced in a few slower markets, and price growth has remained relatively modest. Affordability is still a key issue and is limiting activit...
Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Huntsville mid-year housing market review Seven months into 2026, the housing market is showing signs of unwinding from the pandemic-era frenzy that drained supply, pushed prices to record highs, and brought activity to a standstill. Buyers have more homes to choose from than they did at the start of the year, competition has balanced in a few slower markets, and price growth has remained relatively modest. Affordability is still a key issue and is limiting activit...
