Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
Record-high cocoa prices are affecting the chocolate industry, with major manufacturers like Hershey issuing profit warnings to consumers facing increased costs amidst concerns over climate change’s impact on cocoa production. Here’s the whole story. Bitter Reality At times, it seems things cannot get any worse, but unfortunately for us all, they can. In what is … Read more
The United States is witnessing a significant exodus from its workforce, with approximately 10,000 older adults bidding farewell each day. The COVID-19 pandemic hastened this trend, which was first sparked by the aging baby boomer population. More and more people are choosing to retire early and prioritize their health. Stagnant Labor Force The ramifications are … Read more
Childcare costs are hitting hard for families all across the U.S. These days, taking care of kids is getting more and more expensive, and it isn’t showing signs of slowing down. Across the country, parents are feeling the pinch as childcare costs soar, especially since the end of pandemic support. The Cost of Childcare A … Read more
Trump has shocked both Republicans and Democrats ahead of the Presidential election by claiming he would “encourage” Russia to invade a top NATO country for not providing enough financial aid to Ukraine. Republican Outcry Against Trump’s NATO Stance Many Republicans are now distancing themselves from Donald Trump’s recent NATO remarks, criticizing him for not vowing … Read more
Trump’s lawyer suggested in court that a President “should” be given immunity in the hypothetical case that they were to have an opponent “assassinated.” Here’s the full story. Trump’s Appeal and Presidential Immunity Donald Trump’s legal team launched a bold defense on Tuesday, asserting that US presidents are immune from prosecution even in cases of … Read more
The luxurious city of Beverly Hills has been dealt what some believe to be a huge blow after a judge ruled residents could not build luxury amenities in their mansions until more affordable housing was created. Beverly Hills Residents Stalled in Home Renovations Beverly Hills has paused all home renovations until the city addresses the … Read more
As video game companies make massive amounts of money, layoffs and restructuring are happening all across the industry, leading to calls for unionization. Here’s the full story. The Game of Life During the pandemic, starved of human interaction and a place to gather safely, millions picked up a controller to console their deep-seated need to … Read more
Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson engaged in the first Western interview with the Russian President since the invasion of Ukraine, where Putin issued a warning to America’s funding of weapons. Right-Wing Presenter and Putin Right-wing U.S. presenter Tucker Carlson engaged in the first Western interview with Vladimir Putin since Russia’s attempted invasion of Ukraine … Read more
Meta’s quarterly results have been released, and it has seen Mark Zuckerberg’s already considerable wealth skyrocket despite low expectations. An Incredible Net Worth Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg now has a $170.5 billion net worth, with Meta’s quarterly results adding a whopping $28 billion to his personal wealth. Soaring Beyond Expert Expectations Despite Wall Street’s less-than-stellar … Read more
Former President Donald Trump recently made the bold assertion that the civil war could have been negotiated before violence broke out. Trump also believed that he could’ve been the one negotiating, taking a dig at Abraham Lincoln. Critics have called it the “most insane” thing he’s said to date. Former President Makes Boldest Claim Yet … Read more