Malls have been dying for a long time, and another mall staple just announced that it’s closing locations. Nostalgic tween accessory store Claire’s has filed for bankruptcy, leaving numerous empty storefronts across the country. Here’s what we know, including which…
Legos have come a long way since the first sets arrived in the U.S. in the early 1960s. What began as a simple child’s toy has mushroomed into an empire of theme parks, movies, and, of course, bricks. Explore some…
While many retailers are closing stores or going out of business completely (we’re looking at you, Joann), some are bucking the trend and opening new locations. TJ Maxx is one of those outliers and has plans to open new locations…
There are two things that people want most from their jobs: a decent salary and a relaxed environment. According to data from Resume Genius, there are plenty of jobs that offer both — even some that don’t require higher education.…
It seems like retail chains are dropping like flies this year. Joann closed its doors for good, Rite Aid has closed 1,000 locations, and Big Lots filed for bankruptcy. Earlier this year, At Home, a retailer of furniture and seasonal…
We all know Costco is great for families, but what about those who only have to feed and clothe themselves? Does the bulk buy warehouse have anything worth the time and money of a single person? Grocery prices have ballooned about 24 percent…
The world is shifting rapidly right now — and it can be hard to feel secure in an industry that is on the decline or considered “whipped cream” in a…
If you lived through the 1980s and 1990s, then you absolutely experienced life in a house full of dusty figurine displays. Boomers loved to buy these tiny statues, and fell…
If you’ve ever picked up a lukewarm flat white in a Starbucks that felt more like a hallway than a café, you probably won’t be shocked by this news. The…
Coupons have been around since the late 1800s, but they’ve never been quite as popular as they were in the ’60s and ’70s. They still exist, but the ones you…
Bad bosses are disruptive to a workplace even when they’re being completely honest. When they lie, it’s even worse. A Gallup poll shows that only 24% of workers strongly agree…
JCPenney is unloading 119 store properties in a $947 million deal — but not because it’s shutting them down. The retailer handed off its real estate years ago when it filed for…
While we tend to associate traveling and going on vacation with hefty expenses, it doesn’t always have to be that way. With a combination of thoughtful planning and a few…
Many of the country’s lowest-earning workers got a raise in 2025. Twenty-one states raised their minimum wages in January, and while that underscores the fact that many places have instituted minimum wages…
Nordstrom Rack, the offshoot of the popular department store, has been opening a ton of locations lately, despite falling profits. After opening over 20 stores last year, there are plenty…
Having a post office nearby is one of life’s little conveniences many of us take for granted. It’s a place to go when you have packages to ship, stamps to…
Some regrets come with age, and some come with experience Best Advice from Seniors to Millennials . Here are a few that might ring a bell or, if you’re young enough,…
The employment landscape seems somewhat shaky lately — between the shifting economy, global politics, and the rise of artificial intelligence, it can be challenging to feel secure in a given…