A once-beloved staple of American casual dining is quietly disappearing. In June, a well-known burger chain—synonymous with bottomless fries, family dinners, and neon-red booths—began closing locations across the U.S., signaling the end of an era for many fans. But this isn’t just about a business trimming costs. It’s a reflection of a larger shift in how Americans dine, where nostalgia and ...

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Layoffs usually signal a company in crisis, but that’s not the case at Disney. Despite cutting hundreds of jobs, the company just reported $23.6 billion in earnings. The disconnect has led to loud accusations of greed, but the reality is more complex.  Since 2023, Disney has eliminated 7,000 roles to save $5.5 billion. Meanwhile, its stock has jumped 21%. Behind the curtain, Disney is ...

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For decades, gyms were seen as resilient, safe from economic downturns and cultural shifts. After all, health doesn’t go out of style. But even iconic brands aren’t immune to change.  One of America’s most legendary gym chains has just declared its financial state “irredeemable,” ending a 55-year legacy tied to strength, celebrity, and self-transformation. This isn’t just a corporate ...

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Gen Xers, born between 1965 and 1980, were raised during a period that now feels as distant as the moon landing. Their adolescence was characterized by analog technologies, open-ended freedom, and a cultural landscape that's almost unimaginable to us today. It’s the epitome of nostalgia for some but it’s also a stark reminder of how quickly the world can transform. What Gen X took for granted ...

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While America has been reflecting on major news headlines, one statistic has quietly moved into the economic limelight—and it's standing out. As President Donald Trump placed a wreath on Memorial Day 2025 at Arlington, another monument was under construction, made of cold, hard cash. America reaped an absorbant sum this May in tariffs. But let's not begin waving flags and cinching belts ...

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Canada is bracing for one of the most abrupt retail collapses in its history, and most people haven’t even heard about it yet. A once-dominant company, with roots reaching back centuries, is firing nearly 9 out of every 10 employees by Sunday.  What’s vanishing isn’t just a business, it’s a thread woven into the national fabric. Thousands of workers are being displaced in a move that feels ...

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While many great whiskeys are made in the United States, many other countries also bottle the popular spirit, and many of those countries will be hit hard by potential United States tariffs. Here are some of the most prominent examples.  1. Ardbeg - Scotland  Ardbeg whisky is made in a small settlement in Scotland’s Inner Hebrides and is known for its high quality. In 2022, the ...

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What if avoiding alcohol didn't imply sacrificing enjoyment, taste, or experience? By 2025, the buzz-free movement will have evolved into a way of life rather than just a fad. Whether you want to mix in a few evenings off, are sober-curious, or are completely alcohol-free, mocktails are making a big splash in innovative ways. The days of merely having soda with lime are long gone. The vivid, ...

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