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A major pillar of President Trump’s economic agenda has been thrown into disarray by a recent federal court decision. The ruling, issued by the U.S. Court of International Trade, blocked Trump’s authority to broadly impose sweeping tariffs under emergency economic powers. While the administration has long touted tariffs as a key tool to reshape global…
Gray hair will always steal the show in a place full of stylish people dressed in their best; The 2025 silver revolution is more than embracing age, it’s more about redefining confidence and sophistication. Trichologists and celebrity stylists agree: gray hair, once hidden, is now worn as a badge of honor, representing wisdom, authenticity, and…
The Trump administration has requested certain U.S. companies to halt sales of critical technologies to China, intensifying the ongoing trade tensions between the two economic powers. This move targets key sectors such as semiconductor design software, jet engine technology, and specific chemicals, aiming to curb China’s ability to advance in these strategic industries. The directive…
Have you underestimated the impact of your curb appeal on your home’s market value? The National Association of Realtors (NAR) Has done research on this, and their research shows that homes that have good-looking curbs can see an increase of up to 7% in their sale price. Essentially, the curb is one of the first…
A groundbreaking innovation in the frozen dessert aisle has arrived: the first ice cream formulated with GLP-1-friendly ingredients to support weight management and metabolic health. This product, launched by Two Spoons Creamery, combines indulgence with science, catering to growing consumers using GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy. These drugs have revolutionized appetite control and…
Life hasn’t been the same for countless creators since Joann Fabrics went out of business. Joann, the home of affordable sewing, quilting, and crafting materials, filed for bankruptcy and began closing 500+ stores all over the country. This new development has left many fabric lovers seeking viable alternatives. But as they say, “When one chapter…
It’s become a familiar story in retail: tariffs go up, and so do prices. However, one fashion giant is breaking that pattern in dramatic fashion, choosing to absorb $50 million in losses rather than raise prices for its customers. While big names like Walmart and Target are hiking prices to offset trade war costs, this…
From houseware to food, the trade war has claimed victims in various markets, leaving average consumers to bear the repercussions. This economic conflict arises from world leaders disagreeing on matters that the general public has no say or influence over. As tariffs are implemented on imported goods, we now see their compound effects on the…
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…
You might not even notice it right away. That neighborhood Walgreens you pass on the way to work? It might already be gone, or on its way out. At first glance, it might seem like just another routine corporate decision. But honestly? It’s more serious than it looks. Walgreens is shutting down hundreds of locations…
Walmart, the chain so famous for “everyday low prices,” just did something it rarely does—it told Wall Street, consumers, and rivals that price hikes are coming, and they are a direct result of Trump’s tariffs. Walmart isn’t the only one to place the blame on tariffs. Target, Macys, Nike, Mattel and even Shein have pointed…
One of America’s most iconic fast-food chains is facing a crossroads as it battles declining sales and shifting consumer habits. McDonald’s, long the go-to for afforadable, fast food, experienced a 3.6% drop in its U.S. same-store sales in the first quarter of 2024 – its steepest decline in five years. The company’s leadership attributes economic…
The 2000s were a time of iconic fashion discovery when people went above and beyond for the sake of style. So many Y2K styles have crept their way back into modern day trends, from low rise jeans to butterfly clips, and baby tees. However, as cute as some of these are, some trends are best…
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…