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AI PCs vs. traditional PCs: How AI-ready hardware is changing work For decades, office PCs have been judged by familiar measures: processor speed, battery life, storage, and how smoothly they handle everyday work like documents, spreadsheets, and file management. But as AI becomes more useful in everyday work and demand grows for on-device AI tools, that is beginning to change. As this article from Bosgame explains, understanding this shift is essential for businesses preparing for the next...
More heat, more pests: Top tips to safeguard your lawn before summer Warmer weather brings outdoor pests back in full force, and they may cause yard damage before you even notice that they’re there. Each season and agronomic region brings its own set of growing challenges. From root-chewing grubs, plant-piercing chinch bugs, to fire ant nests, what you do now to protect your lawn matters. TruGreen shares a few simple lawn maintenance habits to follow to help keep pests under control. Early s...
Mental Health Awareness Month: 5 workplace realities employers should act on More than 2 in 5 (43%) employees say a lack of time is the biggest thing standing between them and mental health care, while 42% say cost. Mental Health Awareness Month is this month, and it is a moment for employers to stop treating mental health as a communications campaign and start treating it as an operating problem to solve. The five realities below come from Spring Health's HR and employee research in publishing...
There are moments in politics when the choice is complicated. This is not one of them. On May 19, Alabama Republicans must decide whether we are going to help Donald Trump finish what we elected him to do, or whether we are going to gamble on people we simply do not know. President Trump has made his position clear. He wants Alabama to send Barry Moore to the United States Senate. That should matter to every conservative voter in this state. I have been with Donald Trump since the beginning. In...
When America faces China in the biggest economic and technological competition of the modern era, President Donald Trump is not sending a debating society onto the field. He is sending an all star roster built to win championships. Great coaches do not enter the Super Bowl with a roster full of consultants, bureaucrats, and motivational speakers. They bring quarterbacks, closers, blockers, grinders, innovators, and proven winners. They recruit talent. They recruit toughness. They recruit people...
Anglers who fish in Alabama waters will gain more access to the state's iconic reef fish, the American red snapper, starting the Friday before Memorial Day. Instead of incorporating weekend openings for part of the red snapper season, the 2026 season for private recreation anglers and state-licensed charter boats will be open seven days a week, starting May 22. The season will remain open until the NOAA Fisheries allocation of 664,552 pounds is projected to be met or December 31, 2026,...
6 ways to prevent employee burnout Employee burnout affects entire organizations, with consequences for performance, workplace culture, and the bottom line. At many organizations, employees are emotionally drained, managers are stretched to their limits, and HR teams are overwhelmed by the growing volume of mental health concerns. The old ways of addressing burnout, such as by offering a wellness stipend, a few mental health days, or a traditional EAP, aren’t cutting it anymore. Workplace burnou...
Life after cancer treatment is different. So are the health needs. Nearly 10 years after Kara Kenan of North Carolina finished treatment for advanced breast cancer, her routine bloodwork revealed an increased level of an enzyme called alkaline phosphatase. Kenan’s primary care doctor didn’t think that was important, so he ordered no further tests. But Kenan, who directs marketing for the advocacy group Cancer Nation, knew better: That anomalous blood test could have been a sign that her can...
May 14, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑AL) has introduced new legislation-the ASSIMILATION Act-designed to dramatically reshape the nation's immigration framework by replacing chain migration and the diversity visa lottery with a merit‑based system focused on national interest and cultural assimilation. Tuberville discussed the proposal earlier this week on The Will Cain Show, arguing that the current system is "broken" and incentivizes immigration pathways that do...
What the higher 401(k) and IRA contribution limits for 2026 mean for your retirement strategy The IRS has increased the amount you can contribute to your retirement accounts in 2026. You can now contribute up to $24,500 to your 401(k) plan, up from $23,500 in 2025, and up to $7,500 to your individual retirement account (IRA), up from $7,000 in 2025. These increased limits create more room for tax-advantaged retirement savings in your financial plan. All of this will result in a lower tax burden...
This biomarker is a better predictor of heart disease than cholesterol: What to know about C-reactive protein. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Since researchers first established the link between diet, cholesterol and heart disease in the 1950s, risk for heart disease has been partly assessed based on a patient’s cholesterol levels, which can be routinely measured via blood work at the doctor’s office. However, accumulating evidence over the past two dec...
High gas prices, soaring airfare and rising grocery costs are squeezing Americans’ summer plans According to a new study from Intuit Credit Karma, more than half of Americans (55%) say this is the most financially stressful summer they can remember, and two-thirds (66%) say current economic conditions are making them more stressed about their finances than in previous summers. With high gas prices and grocery costs eating into everyday budgets and airfare costs squeezing travel plans, A...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama's rural land market remained resilient in 2025 despite tighter margins, elevated interest rates, and shifting buyer behavior, according to the inaugural Alabama Lay of the Land® Market Report published by Saunders Real Estate. The comprehensive report-powered by the firm's new Atlas mapping and intelligence system-details statewide performance across agricultural land, timberland, recreational tracts, pastureland, and transitional development property. Saunders Rea...
May 15, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala - Governor Kay Ivey announced Thursday that Alabama will officially kick off its historic summer with an America 250 Alabama Celebration at the State Capitol next week, marking the beginning of statewide commemorations leading up to America's 250th birthday in 2026. The event, open to the public, will take place Thursday, May 21, at 11:00 a.m. on the front steps of the Capitol ahead of Memorial Day weekend. During the ceremony, Governor Ivey will unveil a massive...
The 2026 election cycle in Alabama will be one for the record books. First, let’s look at the ballots. By the time voters are done going to the polls, Alabama will be sending a slew of new leaders to both Montgomery and Washington D.C. Almost every Alabama constitutional office will turn over due to term limits, which does not usually happen during the same election period. This really is a change election in the state this year that will mean new priorities and different state agency heads w...
How to improve your company's appeal to sell Middle-market mergers and acquisitions (M&A) appear poised for a recovery thanks to a more resilient U.S. economy along with substantial amounts of capital from both private equity (PE) firms and corporate buyers, says Melina Audinelle, managing director and senior vice president of Fifth Third Investment Banking. With buyers eager to acquire midsize companies, owners need to find ways to boost the curb appeal of their firms to avoid potential...
A new DNA profile of Ted Bundy could help solve these Utah cold cases Utah has a new tool that could help solve several decades-old cold cases that investigators have long suspected were linked to infamous serial killer Ted Bundy. For each of those cases, DNA evidence largely collected in the 1970s has sat idle for decades. Much of it was degraded or mixed with DNA from multiple people, making it difficult to use, Amy Newman, the director of the Utah Bureau of Forensic Services, told The Salt...
Are microschools a solution to falling public school enrollment? Seventh grader Taitym Lynch plans most of her school day herself, mapping out a schedule each morning on her school laptop. She typically starts with math when her brain is sharpest, logging into an online platform her school uses for math lessons. Next she often tackles science with her “class guide,” a teaching assistant who walks her through topics like animal food chains. Lynch chooses to have lunch around noon, and finds tim...
Market research methods every small business owner should know The best market research methods can help small business owners launch or build their venture — and avoid painful mistakes. Knowing how and where to ask the right questions can help you collect information about customers and competitors, and use that information to make informed decisions that can help grow your business, ERGO NEXT reports. Methods of market research can include interviews, online research, collecting primary and s...
The Opening Shot of a Global Conflict That Redefined North America On May 17, 1756, Great Britain formally declared war on France, transforming a series of frontier skirmishes into what many historians call the first true world war. Known globally as the Seven Years' War, and in North America as the French and Indian War, this conflict redrew borders, toppled empires, and set the stage for the American Revolution. Rivalry on a Collision Course By the mid‑18th century, Britain and France were l...
Diplomacy, Trade, and Strategic Dialogue in Beijing President Donald J. Trump's visit to China marked one of the most closely watched diplomatic events of his administration - a high‑stakes meeting between two of the world's largest economies and most powerful nations. The trip, held in Beijing, symbolized both continuity and confrontation in a relationship defined by trade, technology, and global influence. A Warm Welcome in Beijing Upon arrival, President Trump was greeted with full state h...
May 18, 2026 - HOOVER, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) today announced qualifying dates and election information for the upcoming Special Primary Elections for Alabama's affected congressional districts following Governor Kay Ivey's proclamation calling a Special Primary Election. Qualifying for candidates will officially open Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. CDT and close Friday, May 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CDT. Republican candidates may qualify online at www.algop.org or in pe...
The mental health strategy everyone needs but no one talks about While many conversations about mental health focus on crisis response, experts say some of the most effective strategies are the everyday habits that support emotional well-being before problems escalate. Most people don't think about their mental health until something forces them to. The therapy appointment gets made after things become overwhelming, and the conversation about stress comes only after anxiety has become too heavy...
FIFA World Cup economics: What to expect from the 2026 tournament The World Cup is among the most anticipated and awaited events, cherished by football fans worldwide. Held once every four years, it’s more than just a sporting competition; it's a worldwide celebration that captures the attention of millions. Given its scale and significance, it’s no surprise that the World Cup has far-reaching effects beyond the pitch. From tourism and infrastructure spending to advertising and retail sal...
Investors are watching these 6 signals to beat the market before everyone else If you’re currently renting, it’s possible that you’re paying more per month than it would cost you to own a comparable starter home. Even worse: Every dollar that you pay in rent builds your landlord’s wealth, but does nothing to increase your own. As rental costs continue to rise, property investment and ownership are becoming increasingly lucrative. Property values are influenced by readily predictable externa...
