Money

  • Bulk packs of mineral water in bottles wrapped in plastic ready for distribution

    Scientists Urgently Warn: Stop Drinking Bottled Water

    For years, we’ve been grabbing plastic water bottles at the store, partly for convenience and partly because we think it’s a healthy thing to do. Think again. That plastic water bottle isn’t just bad for the environment; it might actually…

  • Hurricane Michael, 2018 and Hurricane Irma, 2017

    The Most Devastating Hurricanes to Ever Hit the U.S.

    When September rolls around, the hurricanes start showing up. And while few hurricanes leave the land or people unscathed, there are several hurricanes that have done so much damage in the past that we’re likely to never forget them. The…

  • Presidents Who Came From Humble Beginnings

    11 Presidents Who Came From Humble Beginnings

    It takes a lot of money to run for president and win, and indeed some people who have tried to reach the land’s highest office have come from wealthy backgrounds. At the same time, the most powerful people in the…

  • 32 People With Side Hustles Earning Over $100K

    Side hustles imply a little extra spending money, but it doesn’t have to be a small amount. These savvy entrepreneurs have found side hustles that bring in full-time income, sometimes enough to quit that job entirely. Selling Houseplants: Leena Pettigrew…

  • Berks County, Pennsylvania, USA-March 15, 2020: Senior couple walks holding hands as a young bike rider passes. People have been asked to social distance to prevent spread of coronavius which can be difficult when walking in park.

    How Seniors Can Boost Memory and Help Ward Off Dementia

    About 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. over age 65 had dementia, and 22% experienced cognitive impairment, according to a 2022 published study. That staggering statistic means more than 55 million people worldwide experience memory problems and emphasizes the need for…

  • Companies That Filed for Bankruptcy This Month

    Tupperware (Yes, Tupperware) & Other Iconic Companies That Filed for Bankruptcy This Year

    There are certain companies we’ve gotten used to seeing in our towns or in the headlines, usually for acquiring new businesses or opening new locations.  But this year, more than a few of those high-flying businesses crashed and burned —…