Winning at Northwestern
If you’re like many football fans, nothing beats sitting in the stands cheering the hometeam. Indeed, in the fall, many college towns come alive as alumni and others descend onfootball…
Navigating Trade-Offs: The Rise and Challenges of Micro-Apartments in Urban Housing Markets
In a world where many people struggle to find affordable housing, micro-apartments have become a popular idea to help tackle this problem. These tiny apartments, usually between 150 and 400…
Why Wendy’s Might Take a Bigger Bite of Your Burger Budget
Hankering for a burger and fries? Wendy’s, home of the square beef patty and Frosty shake, has you covered. How much will your meal cost? Well, under Wendy’s new dynamic…
Collectibles and Sustainability
Would you be willing to pay $375 for a vibrant colored cup made out of plastic and metal? How about $200 for a used one? Sound like too much? Well,…
Looming Water Crisis – What can YOU do to Conserve Water?
www.britannica.com Looking at the droplet in the infographic, only 2.6% of the world’s water supply is fresh water, while the rest is salt water; unsuitable for consumption by living things.…
Baby Formula Crisis!
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash Events leading up to the current baby formula crisis is summarized in the CNBC video released on June 15th 2022: In February 2022, the…
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…
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…
We’re Open, But…
If you’ve found yourself waiting for service at a bar or restaurant recently, you’re not alone. Across the country, widespread labor shortages are creating new headaches for the hospitality industry,…
LAist: “Kobe Bryant Sneakers Are Worth Big Bucks: But Not Everybody’s Cashing In”
The tragic and unexpected death of Kobe Bryant has caused a large spike in demand for his autographed and game-worn memorabilia. Some collectors are choosing to hold on to their…