In a world where diversity and inclusion are often talked about but not always practiced, one group found a way to make their holiday celebrations more meaningful. Instead of sticking to the usual catered lunch and gift exchange, they decided to do something different. They invited everyone to bring
Ben Sasse, the former University of Florida president, recently shared some tough news. He has stage 4 pancreatic cancer. This means the cancer has spread to other parts of his body. It's a serious diagnosis, and it's not easy to treat. Sasse is known for his work in politics and education. Before
Drivers across the U. S. are enjoying a pleasant surprise this holiday season: cheaper gas. December has turned out to be the most affordable month for fuel prices all year. The national average for unleaded gasoline has been below $3 since December 2, hitting a low of about $2. 85 per gallon. Price
Adidas has a deal that might make runners happy. The Adidas Supernova Rise GTX running shoes, which usually cost $160, are now on sale for $67. That's a big discount of 58% off. These shoes are special because they are waterproof and won the “Best Female-Specific Design” award for 2024. The shoes h
Florida's Catholic bishops have a request for President Trump. They want him to take a break from immigration enforcement until after the Christmas holidays. They believe this would show kindness to families affected by these actions. The bishops sent a letter on Monday. It was addressed to both Pr
The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy and togetherness. However, it can also be a challenging period for many people's mental health. This is especially true for those who might be dealing with loneliness or other mental health issues. Experts in South Carolina are encouraging people to
This holiday season, people in the U. S. kept spending money, even though the economy wasn't doing great. They spent 4. 2% more than last year, especially on tech gadgets and clothes. Most of this spending happened in physical stores, but online shopping grew the fastest, with a 7. 8% increase. This
This holiday season, people are spending big on experiences and practical items rather than just traditional gifts. From December 1 to December 22, there was a huge increase in spending on entertainment, experiences, and automotive products. Entertainment spending jumped by 130%, experiences by 115%
During the holiday season, finance experts often find themselves in a tricky spot. While everyone else is enjoying time with family, these professionals are often bombarded with questions about stock picks and market predictions. It's a common scenario that many of them dread. The stock market is a
Wetlands are like nature's kidneys, cleaning up the environment. But they're under attack from harmful metals and metalloids (HMs) from human activities. These nasty substances can be super toxic and move around easily, depending on their form. Microbes in the soil can change these forms through pro
