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"This elitist blather is exactly why people vote for Trump"- Internet reacts to a professor tweeting "educated people vote blue"

Following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 United States presidential election, social media erupted in a storm of criticism after a professor's tweet claimed that "educated people vote blue," sparking a fierce debate about elitism, political polarization, …

2024-11-09 06:03

15 Day Trips from Charlotte

Ryan and I absolutely love planning weekend adventures for our family. Charlotte, North Carolina is our favorite place we’ve ever lived and has so much to offer, including a fantastic location within driving distance of so many fun places for families. We’ve …

2024-11-07 13:01

Agri-commodities gain on Trump’s hardline policy talk

Agricultural commodity prices rise due to US protectionist policies, impacting global trade dynamics and market stability.

2024-11-07 12:28

Starbucks and Luckin are in a fight for the global coffee market. I visited both to see how they stack up on price, menu, and vibe.

Starbucks slumped in sales this last quarter. But the Chinese coffee brand, characterized by heavy discounts, reported a strong third quarter.

2024-11-07 04:29

Wednesday: Hili dialogue

*Yes, the Republicans took the whole hog last night: the Presidency, the Senate, and likely the House.  See the post just below for that Nooz. This post was written yesterday afternoon, before the polls closed. Welcome to a Hump Day (“Çarşamba günü” in Turkis…

2024-11-06 14:45

This 3-course vegetarian dinner is ready to party

Seasons change. The sun sets early, and the evening temperatures are cool, even if afternoons are sunny. It’s nice to settle into autumn menus.

2024-11-05 22:37

Elite DC university reportedly providing 'self-care suite' for students stressed about election results

Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy is offering a safe space for students to de-stress from the election with milk and cookies, Legos and coloring.

2024-11-05 21:00

How Climate Change Ties To World Chocolate Output And Higher Prices

The U.S., Germany and Switzerland are promoting cocoa sustainability amid higher chocolate prices driven by climate changes and fewer trees in West Africa and Indonesia.

2024-11-03 21:39

7 Candidates for Your Election Day Menu

Election season means fundraiser foods, satirical sweets, and campaign trail cuisine. All food is political–but some foods are more political than others. Not only can a dish serve as a symbol of identity or status, it can be tied to politics in a more litera…

2024-11-01 12:00

The Mom Whose Husband Died in a Car Wreck When She Was 9 Months Pregnant

Single parents Rebecca and James met and fell in love playing an online game. Rebecca moved her family to the United States so they could be together. But when Rebecca was pregnant with their second child, James passed out behind the wheel.

2024-10-31 16:00