Fed faces data challenges with the government shutdown; relies on private data to adjust interest rates and guide policy.
AI reshapes jobs: Accenture cuts 11,000, while firms like IBM, Amazon redefine roles. Adaptability and AI fluency matter.
Nonprofits face pressure to do more with less. Relying on flexible labor can hinder their operational and financial success.
Mental health issues affect 60 million U.S. adults. Anxiety and depression impact work-life balance and productivity.
About one-third of U.S. nonprofits faced government funding disruptions in early 2025, impacting their services.
Most Colorado homeowners lack sufficient insurance to rebuild after a disaster, with 74% underinsured post-Marshall Fire.
In the Marshall Islands, where land averages 7 feet above sea level, climate change’s impact is acutely felt as sea levels rise.
Halloween’s commercial growth has led to earlier celebrations. Spending has quadrupled, hitting $13 billion this year.
Fossil fuels still power much of the world, despite cheaper renewable energy offering less pollution and climate damage.
Dangerous flooding has damaged neighborhoods across the U.S. in 2025. Some residents may need to relocate to adapt.
Lumber is key to U.S. housing, but tariffs on Canadian imports may not solve domestic supply and cost issues.
As student loan limits tighten, aspiring professionals face financial challenges, potentially impacting diversity and access.
