Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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8 American cities you're probably pronouncing wrong: A celebration of local quirks Across the United States, the unique pronunciation of local cities and towns is more than just a quirk of regional dialects — it is a cultural touchstone shared with new arrivals, tourists, and even other residents themselves. Both regional accents and linguistic history play a role in this fun aspect of American life. While there are a myriad of cities across the U.S. with complicated names t...
Los Angeles - December 19, 2025--Los Angeles Police Department officers pursued a suspect driving a stolen box truck through the West Los Angeles area, including Santa Monica, on Thursday afternoon. The pursuit began around 11:30 a.m. near the 2500 block of Stoner Avenue after reports that the suspect jumped into the box truck while an employee was unloading appliances, according to authorities. LAPD units and aerial support from SkyFOX tracked the vehicle as it traveled throu...
Washington, D.C. — December 18, 2025. The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that would make it a federal crime to provide gender-affirming medical care, including puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries, to individuals under the age of 18.H.R. 3492. Titled the "Protect Children’s Innocence Act" and sponsored by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), amends existing federal law on female genital mutilation to classify certain gender-affirming pro...
Emoji reactions: The new language of digital communication In face-to-face communication, you’re constantly sending subconscious signals to another person without even realizing it. Whether it’s a nod, facial reactions, or short reaction murmurs, they indicate understanding and active listening. Text messaging and digital communications have developed their own equivalents over the years with the use of emojis. AnyWho put together the top mini responses used over text tha...
Germany’s most fascinating winter foods, and the off-the-beaten-path Christmas markets that still serve them As the birthplace of centuries-old holiday customs, Germany today hosts between 2,500 and 3,000 Christmas markets every year and attracts millions of visitors from around the world. Most Americans fly in for the big, headline markets in Berlin, Munich, or Frankfurt, eagerly crowding around outdoor stalls to savor the usual lineup of pretzels, bratwurst, and ...
Providence, RI / Boston, MA - December 18, 2025. The six-day manhunt for the gunman responsible for a deadly mass shooting at Brown University and the subsequent murder of an MIT professor ended Thursday night when authorities discovered the suspect dead in a storage facility in Salem, New Hampshire. Law enforcement officials identified the suspect as Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, a 48-year-old Portuguese national and former Brown University graduate student. Valente died...
Dear Residents of Santa Monica, When the train finished in 2016, our lives near 9th and Wilshire changed completely. For almost a decade I've written about the decline of the downtown area, being attacked by addicts, cleaning human feces out of our condo's carports, and witnessing a skid row reality take over my local Reed Park. I've become a crank to myself, trying to sound the alarm about a disintegrating city right before my eyes. Before my work responsibilities buried...
Retail supply chains brace for a redefined 2026 as tariffs, technology gaps, and nearshoring upend old models A new survey of 250 retail supply chain leaders reveals a sector undergoing one of the fastest strategic shifts in decades. Between rising tariffs, geopolitical pressures, and surging consumer expectations, organizations are being forced to rebuild their logistics networks for resilience rather than speed. The study, commissioned by WSI | Kase and conducted by...
Private aviation market hits $26.6B as shared ownership models disrupt luxury travel The private jet market, valued at $26.6 billion in 2024, is projected to grow to nearly $50.8 billion by 2034. Suddenly, private aviation is less “secret society of the absurdly rich” and more a service for executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone allergic to airport chaos. This is possible due to shared ownership models, particularly fractional ownership. In this article, Fractional Jet Own...
The ‘Sick Building’ Syndrome: Indoor air quality services and employee productivity While remote work might have been in the spotlight in recent years, many businesses are now actively encouraging, or even mandating, a return-to-work strategy that brings employees back into the office. In theory, this is designed to improve productivity and strengthen team bonds, which is difficult or impossible when everyone is based in different locations. However, one overlooked impact of...
E-commerce returns management: Tips for transforming reverse logistics from cost center to customer loyalty driver The post-peak returns surge is inevitable. Every year, retailers and e-commerce brands brace for the January reckoning—when holiday returns flood warehouses, margins shrink, and balance sheets take a hit. But what if e-commerce returns management didn’t have to be a necessary evil? ShipStation examines whether reverse logistics could actually strengthen customer r...
Gifting in estate planning: 7 mistakes that could cost you Estate planning isn’t a one-time event — it’s a moving target. With gift and estate tax laws in flux and even “permanent” reforms often lasting no more than a decade or an administration, families are rethinking their approach. One powerful strategy? Lifetime gifting. But without careful planning, missteps can not only undermine your intentions but also expose your estate to greater tax liability. Comerica shares se...
Feeling overwhelmed by the holidays? Here’s how to take back control. The holidays are sold as a perfect blend of joy and togetherness, but for many people, the reality of the holiday season is so incredibly different. The holidays can bring not only stress but also family tension, financial pressure, and loneliness. Numerous surveys from national organizations consistently show that a large share of Americans feel increasingly anxious and deal with more emotional strain d...
A guide to finding the perfect bra for winter fashion Baby, it’s cold outside, and that means it’s time for a wardrobe update — and that includes bras. Choosing the right bra for your top or dress can make all the difference. Honeylove shares some insider tips for finding your perfect match this season. Before you get started, make sure you’re wearing the correct bra size. Best Bra for Tight, Long-Sleeve Shirts One wintertime essential is a tight, long-sleeve shirt. You’ll wan...
