This happened last week. Amidst some horrible news, with rising gun violence, drug activity and break-ins, another hotel is shutting down. It is not the first of its kind, and this statement is a tragedy in itself. Is there really no chance for these hotels? The news which prompted the closure shook people to their core, and rightfully so. Staff must relocate quickly; no new admits can happen. ...
McDonald’s Has Fallen as the King of Fast Food, And Competitors Are Panicking
McDonald’s. It is a staple of American culture, an icon everyone today can easily reference. When people say ‘fast food,’ they think of McDonald’s. Burgers look like McBurgers, and fries look like McFries. The influence McDonald's had all over the world was unprecedented, and now, its downfall is as well. But why is the biggest and most popular fast food chain being left behind? Is it because of ...
Cold and Flu Meds Pulled Across New York After Deadly Fungus Turn-Up
It’s June 2025. Early this month, New York health authorities made a rather concerning announcement. Many cold and flu medicines have had their cotton swab applicators tested and found contaminated. There is a dangerous fungus in these products. How could this happen? Sure, they’ve been immediately removed from shelves, authorities alarmed the consumers. But summer is nearing its peak and this ...
Ed the Zebra’s Great Escape—And Why He’s Not the Only One on the Loose
Yes, they did it again. Zoo animals have gone viral over the years for their escape attempts and some are hilarious. From seeing koalas marching on the streets and penguins on the loose, to elephants blocking traffic, these events inspired a whole pop culture phenomenon. Madagascar is perhaps the first thing which pops in people’s minds. But more than that, zoo animal escapes are something to talk ...
You’ll Wish Someone Told You to Buy These Sooner (New Parent Edition)
Parenthood. It’s the greatest joy and the greatest struggle combined in one. There have been so many books coming out in recent years about “How to be a good parent.” “How to make your toddler a genius,” and yet, no single tutorial can combat the stress that nurturing a tiny human casts on new parents. This probably won’t either, but learning more about the little one’s needs is always marked as a ...
You Might Be Surprised That These 19 Items Are Still Made in the USA
In a time where so much of what we buy is produced overseas, it’s hard to know what’s made locally and domestically. The recent global tariff war has highlighted the need to produce more domestically in the U.S. to strengthen the economy and American shoppers are taking note. Would it surprise you to know that the following items are some of the brands that are proud to say they’re “made in the ...
Are Convenience Stores in Trouble? New Closures Hint at a Bigger Shift
Have you noticed it? Convenience stores are quietly disappearing. 7-Eleven and mom-and-pop gas stations are becoming scarce, but why? We’ve reached the point where claiming these are singular occurrences no longer fits. This is a pattern. This signals that the way Americans shop is changing. The go-to places for snacks, drinks, and fuel don’t seem to be as essential as they once were, ...
Dressing Smart in 2025: Recession-Proof Fashion Staples Everyone’s Bringing Back
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 of these people spotted the recession in fashion? Here is a list of clear indicators, or ...