But It’s Not Even Halloween!
Halloween is still weeks away, but retailers are sounding warnings that it may already be too late to buy an artificial Christmas tree this year! Indeed, artificial trees manufactured in…
Impact of COVID-19 in the Car Industry
Car Doors Industry Factory Store Kelly Blue Book reported that Americans purchased a new car in July 2021 for an average of $42,736 versus $39,513 in July 2020. One of…
When the Happy Meal Doesn’t Make You Happy
For those in the United Kingdom looking to enjoy the sweet taste of a McDonald’s milkshake, the wait is on. The fast-food giant that made the Happy Meal a part…
Mama Mia! Don’t Wear Those Clothes Again
Swedish Pop group Abba has announced that they are releasing a new album and planning a series of virtual concerts in November of this year. Known for such hits as…
Rental Housing Crisis in the Midst of COVID-19 Pandemic
On Thursday, August 26th 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court ended the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Eviction Moratorium for renters who have been unable to pay their monthly…
Waking Up to Rising Coffee Prices
You, like many people, might look forward to that first sip of coffee to provide the jolt you need to get your day started. Now, you might just have to…
Not A Sweet Deal: Oreo and Chips Ahoy Workers Go on Strike
Things are not so sweet these days at the Nabisco production facility in Portland, Oregon. Workers at the plant where Oreo and Chips Ahoy cookies are produced are on strike.…
Got (Oat) Milk?
Plant-based food product alternatives are changing the way we eat. Until recently, plant-based milk companies catered to individuals who were unable to consume dairy products, nowthough, plant-based milks are becoming…
Head West, Young Man…Unless You Need Water.
In the face of climate change, droughts, and increased demand from urban/residential areas, the US Bureau of Reclamation is ordering farmers to significantly cut their water usage. A major source…
The Rising Cost of Pepsi
If you think the price of your favorite Pepsi product seems higher than the last time you bought it, you’re probably right. Pepsi recently announced that it would be raising…