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Across Reddit threads and TikTok videos, the reaction to Torrid closing 180 stores is raw and personal. “It’s the only place I can actually try things on,” one user wrote. Others called it heartbreaking, a gut punch, even infuriating. While headlines blamed the shift on e-commerce, the reality feels more targeted. These aren’t just store…
President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies doubled steel and aluminum tariffs to 50% and imposed a baseline 10% tariff on all UK imports to the US. The tariffs raise prices for UK exporters, lower their ability to compete in the US market, and have an impact on the retail industry, endangering consumer prices and jobs….
The recent wave of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids has sent shockwaves through communities across the United States, driving many shoppers into hiding and leaving once-bustling business districts eerily quiet. This fear has drastically impacted local businesses, as people avoid supermarkets, malls, and restaurants. Big brands have also reported a sharp decline in sales due…
An apparently run-of-the-mill scent—Calvin Klein’s “Obession for Men” original—produces an unexpected impact: it can entice large wild cats from far distances directly to the source. What explains that a man’s perfume attracts animals that are notorious for keeping their distance? The claim is supported by evidence found in zoos, tests, and field trials. Throughout the…
General Motors has been an automotive giant for decades, and now it’s making a move that could win over the hearts of many Americans. After Trump introduced harsh tariffs on imported vehicles manufactured in different countries, GM knew that it had to pivot hard. To get around these tariffs, GM is redirecting a $4 billion…
Fashion has frequently come at a high cost, from physically deforming clothing to harmful chemicals in cosmetics. This article examines nine of the riskiest fashion trends in history, showing how fashion occasionally overshadowed safety, frequently with disastrous results. In addition to reflecting cultural values, fashion also reflects societal priorities, with beauty occasionally taking precedence over…
Best Buy just dropped a bombshell, slashing its 2025 forecast and blaming tariffs for the downturn. The electronics giant now expects sales to fall by 1% instead of rising by 2%, with profit projections cut across the board. This isn’t just another missed target, it’s a warning shot that could ripple across American life. Best…
A widespread public health warning in Michigan has caused more than 1.5 million motorists to reconsider an everyday activity: getting gas at the gas station. The advice? Hold off on getting gas, for your sake and the world’s. Six Counties in Michigan Impacted Residents of Allegan, Kent, Muskegon, Ottawa, Berrien, and Van Buren counties are…
The 1980s and 90s were a whirlwind of unforgettable trends, each leaving a colorful stamp on the American culture. From wild fashion statements to must-have gadgets, these decades were packed with fads that everyone seemed to love—until, suddenly, they didn’t. Whether you remember these crazes firsthand or just enjoy a good nostalgia trip, exploring these…
Fashion trends in the 1970s were all over the place, and for good reason. The decade was one where people truly expressed creative talent and how they felt through their clothing. While many trends in the 70s laid the foundations of modern fashion, there were many others that were a bit more questionable. Let’s take…
Thinking of Costco as a bargain paradise can blind shoppers to a grim reality: not every item is a good value. There are devoted devotees of Costco, but there will always be some Costco products that create buyer’s remorse, fanning the flames of conversations on online forums. To be fair, some of Costco’s biggest regulars…
Walmart is expanding its drone delivery service to five new U.S. cities: Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa, marking a significant step in retail innovation. Since launching drone deliveries in 2021, Walmart has completed over 150,000 successful deliveries, pioneering large-scale drone logistics in the retail sector. This expansion aims to redefine millions’ fast, flexible delivery…
You’ve probably heard it by now: a recession is inevitable. People pinpointed it by noticing how the style of certain influencers, celebrities, and the 1% of this world has started to shift. It is said fashion follows politics, so the way people dress is a signal for what’s to come. But how exactly have all…
Coca-Cola isn’t just shutting down bottling plants, it’s rewriting what it means to be a global beverage brand. In June 2025, the company closed its American Canyon facility in Napa County, cutting 135 jobs. But behind the headlines lies a deeper transformation. This move is part of a years-long shift from physical manufacturing to digital…