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US host cities made transit improvements a World Cup goal The latest addition to Seattle’s already expansive public transit system opened to great fanfare this spring when more than 200,000 people rode the Crosslake Connection light rail line. Its March 28 debut was second only to the parade that followed the Seahawks’ Super Bowl victory as Sound Transit’s busiest day ever. Trains now glide across Lake Washington on what is believed to be the world’s first electric rail line that spans a float...
When no medical treatment existed for their children, these fathers built one Every year on Father's Day, the internet fills up with tributes to dads who showed up at recitals, practices, and bedsides during long nights. But there is another kind of showing up that rarely makes the greeting cards: the kind where a father receives the worst news of his life, is told there is nothing medicine can do, and decides that is simply not an acceptable answer. These are the dads who became founders to...
The beloved restaurant rewriting the rules of seafood While most of the state’s coastal eateries import seafood from as far as India, one has gone all-in on the boats docked right outside, Reasons to be Cheerful reports. When foodies head to Newport, Oregon, one place is always at the top of their list: Local Ocean. Repeat diners rave about the roasted garlic and crab soup, studded with fat lumps of local Dungeness; the lightly battered fried rockfish tacos served with citrus slaw, Huichol m...
More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, new projection shows More than a dozen newborn lambs cavorted around a fenced-in yard beneath the scrutiny of their mothers and a few watchful students taking turns attending to them. The lambs’ successful births have been a needed bright spot at tiny Sterling College, which uses a 130-acre farm to teach agriculture and other disciplines in a part of northeastern Vermont so isolated it’s rare to see a passing car, and there’s no ce...
Loneliness affects 1 in 6 people globally. New research reveals the childhood experiences that help adults thrive Kids have more ways to connect than ever. They can text, scroll, game, comment and chat all before they even leave the house. Yet for many young people, all that connection does not necessarily translate into feeling known, useful or part of something larger than themselves. The World Health Organization (WHO) calls loneliness a global health threat, and the numbers explain why....
The big summer trip is getting harder to pull off. What families are doing instead. Ask most Americans about their favorite summer memory, and water shows up somewhere — a lake at dusk, a boat rocking gently, quiet mornings with nowhere else to be. For a lot of them, that feeling has been easier to remember than recreate. As travel costs climb and traditional vacations feel increasingly complicated, the appeal of something closer to home has grown. Each year, 85 million Americans find it on t...
The AI trend that's making financial advisors better at their jobs Have you noticed a difference in your conversations with your financial advisor lately? New research points to a major uptick in the usage of AI tools for everything from notetaking to office admin. Though adoption levels vary from firm to firm, both advisors and clients are reporting a better client experience. According to the Ezra Group's annual report on AI Notetakers for Financial Advisors, the tools have gone from novelty...
Want to stay ahead of AI? Start with the skills it can't replicate. In a world where, thanks to generative AI, anyone can churn out brand content at scale, it may be tempting to assume that writing-heavy jobs will soon be few and far between. But it turns out that many employers are actively looking for brand journalists and content marketers who have the storytelling skills that AI can’t replace — and, somewhat ironically, they’re willing to pay a premium if those storytellers can also use A...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 8. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.82 --- Alabama average: $3.79 - Week change: -$0.14 (-3.6%) - Year change: +$1.10 (+40.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $4.95 - Week change: -$0.11 (-2.2%) - Year change: +$1.67 (+51.0%) -...
muratart // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting across the US The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which...
Signs of depression in men: Why it often goes unrecognized Depression does not look the same for everyone. For millions of men, the signs go unrecognized because they show up in unexpected ways. Instead of crying or expressing sadness, men might become angry, withdrawn, or reckless. These behaviors get labeled as personality flaws or stress reactions rather than symptoms of a serious mental health condition. Around 10% of U.S. adults experience depression or are being treated for it. Yet men rem...
KinoMasterskaya // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and...
Media_Photos // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting in Mobile The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows...
Saijai Boonmak // Shutterstock Coldest Junes in Alabama since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Junes in Alabama since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we've included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation. #10. June 1972 - Average temperature: 75°F - Monthly high...
AI is changing how financial advisors work. Regulators are paying attention. AI has swept up the world of financial advising, albeit with a slow start. A 2023 University of Chicago study found that, among the professions surveyed, financial advisors were the lowest in AI adoption both at work and at home. Three years later, new data from the Ezra Group shows that at least 70% of advisors in its sample now use AI for notetaking. That sweeping change is a result of a number of factors, ranging fro...
The most affordable states for retirees: 3 factors to consider Every year across America, millions move to a different state. Roughly 20% of the population did so in 2022, and that also held true for retirees in 2025. Some are drawn by the weather, the lifestyle, or simply a desire to be closer to family and friends. However, for many, affordability also plays a role. That’s especially true for retirees living on a fixed income or for those simply trying to maintain their standard of living o...
Will AI replace therapists? What experts say The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, like ChatGPT and Gemini, has led some people to wonder if AI can support mental health. With easy access, low cost, and around-the-clock availability, AI tools are a convenient and appealing option. Recent social media trends have also added to the growing curiosity, leaving many wondering, "Can AI replace therapists? “AI can be a great tool, but not a replacement for many things,” says Talksp...
Getting married this summer? Here's what it could do to your finances Paying the bills, cooking for one, and managing your personal finances as a single adult can be challenging and liberating. When you live alone, you’re in charge of your own destiny—and if you get into financial difficulty, your own debt relief, too. When you get married, you combine your personal finances with another person’s. At its best, marriage can be a financial safety net that helps you navigate everyday life and l...
What happens when a town governs from the future? When Mikiko was first asked to envision herself in the year 2060, she was skeptical. The instructions were clear: Imagine you could time travel 40 years into the future of Yahaba Town and live there at your present age. Then, provide ideas for policies that should be implemented now that would represent the interests of that generation. As a 40-something-year-old woman who’d lived in the charming Japanese town for a decade, Mikiko didn’t see any...
Americans say they love leftovers. So why do they keep throwing them away? There is a container in your fridge right now. You know the one. It has been there since Tuesday, quietly waiting for its moment. It’s not coming. By Sunday, you will throw it out with a small, familiar sense of guilt. According to new research from Frigidaire, this cycle is basically the national experience. Americans have good intentions when it comes to leftovers—at least in theory. Eighty-six percent say they lov...
The long-distance family: How American relatives stay close when they live thousands of miles apart There’s a version of family life that many people idealize, one that instantly evokes a feeling of nostalgia. Sunday dinners within driving distance, cousins who see each other more than just on holidays, and parents who drop by on a whim without needing to get on a plane. For a growing number of Americans, though, these close-knit connections just aren’t possible. The forces that allow fam...
Heat stroke vs. heat exhaustion: Emergency response guide Understanding the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion can mean the difference between life and death during extreme heat emergencies. When temperatures soar and humidity climbs, your body's cooling system faces intense pressure. While both conditions stem from heat exposure, they represent vastly different medical situations requiring distinct responses, Doctronic reports. Key Takeaways - Heat stroke involves body...
Cars entering The Moonlite Theatre in Abingdon. Michael Williamson // The Washington Post via Getty Images States with the most drive-in movie theaters Drive-in theaters evoke nostalgia, a step back to the 1950s. The first opened in New Jersey in 1933, when opening night drew people from at least 20 states to watch movies outdoors from their cars. Drive-ins reached their peak in popularity in the mid-1950s, with more than 4,000 operating across the country. But by the late 1970s, exploding...
Are GLP-1s good or bad for your blood pressure? Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are a class of medications that were initially approved to treat Type 2 diabetes. But since their discovery, the use of GLP-1s has expanded. GLP-1s are now FDA-approved to treat many conditions, including obesity, obstructive sleep apnea, and metabolic-associated steatohepatitis. Some of these medications can also help with cardiovascular and renal health. There’s a growing number of FDA-approved GL...
How Buddhism honors both motherhood and celibate monks and nuns Buddhist saints are often described as maternally compassionate, with the endless patience of a mother who feeds, cleans and cares for children around the clock. In fact, the Theravada branch of Buddhism holds mothers in such high esteem that two men among the Buddha’s chief disciples, Sariputta and Mogallana, are said to be “like the mother giving birth” and “the nurse raising a child.” Yet in Buddhism, as in some other religions,...
