Jennifer Reyes+FollowWhy Your Veggie Curry Costs More This MonthHeads up if you love Indian food: the price of avarekai (broad beans) and drumsticks has shot up in Bengaluru after heavy rains wrecked crops. Some folks are skipping their usual veggie hauls or swapping for cheaper options. It’s a reminder that wild weather can hit both farmers’ wallets and our dinner plates. Pro tip: try out seasonal veggies or support local farmers’ markets for better deals until prices settle down! #Business #Industry #FoodPrices10Share
peterfoster+FollowWhy Your Energy Bill Just Got a Little HigherHeads up, UK friends: your energy bill might be creeping up by a few pounds this month. The reason? Part of what you pay is now helping to build a new nuclear power plant and support discounts for low-income households. Even though energy prices dropped a bit on the market, suppliers are allowed to charge a tad more. So, if your bill feels stubbornly high, you’re not imagining it! Time to double-check those light switches and maybe layer up a bit more at home. #Business #Industry #EnergyBills10Share
Nicholas Coleman+FollowWhy Your Coffee Might Cost More SoonHere’s a wake-up call: forests around the world are on the brink, and it’s not just an environmental issue—it could hit your wallet. From Israel to Indonesia, trees are dying off thanks to drought, fire, and floods. That means less natural water filtering, more crop failures, and even pricier coffee and chocolate. The big takeaway? When forests go, so do a lot of the everyday comforts we take for granted. Time to think twice about what’s in your cup! #Business #Industry #ClimateImpact00Share
Arthur Booker+FollowFirstEnergy wants more time for outages in AkronFirstEnergy is asking Ohio regulators for permission to take longer to fix power outages and allow more interruptions each year for Akron-area customers. If approved, the average response time could go up by over three minutes, and you might see more outages annually. Local officials are pushing back, worried about the impact on families and businesses. FirstEnergy says weather and tree issues are making it tough to meet current standards. How do you feel about possibly waiting longer for your power to come back? Would you accept more outages if it meant better long-term reliability? #Business #Industry #Akron10Share
Arthur Booker+FollowHow USDA’s New Top Money Guy Affects Your GroceriesHeads up, foodies and farmers: Texas native Justin Benavidez just landed the top economist gig at the USDA. Why care? He’s the numbers guy who’ll be forecasting food prices and shaping policies that hit your wallet at the grocery store. With his real-world ranch experience, expect decisions that could make your next steak or salad a little more affordable—or not. Keep an eye on those price tags! #Business #Industry #USDA00Share
Alexandria Simmons+FollowBirmingham neighbors stunned by soaring power billsPower bills in Birmingham are skyrocketing, with some residents seeing charges jump from $200 to over $850 in just a couple of months—even without extra holiday lights or guests. Many older homes in the area lose heat fast, forcing heaters to work overtime during cold snaps. That means higher usage, and with Alabama’s rates already among the nation’s highest, bills can spiral quickly. Have you noticed your own bill climbing this winter? What fixes or help have actually worked for you? Let’s share tips and support for anyone struggling to keep up with these rising costs. #Business #Industry #Birmingham00Share
peterfoster+FollowBighorn sheep removal in the Owyhees sparks tough debateWildlife officials in Idaho are making the heartbreaking call to remove a small herd of bighorn sheep near Reynolds Creek due to a deadly pneumonia outbreak. The move is meant to protect hundreds of other bighorns in the Owyhees, but it’s hitting locals hard—especially since generations have worked to restore these herds. The disease spreads slowly, giving infected sheep months (even years) to pass it on, so quick action is crucial. Some meat will go to Idahoans in need, but the emotional toll is real. How do you feel about this kind of wildlife management? #Business #Industry #Idaho00Share
Alexandria Simmons+FollowMeet Crown Heights’ own chicken manJust steps from Lubavitcher World Headquarters, Daniel Yeroshalmi is quietly transforming a Brooklyn backyard into a mini-urban farm—complete with 20 hens, homemade birdhouses, and fruit trees from his family’s Iranian roots. He’s not just raising chickens; he’s composting, growing sunflowers, and giving local kids their first taste of farm life. Despite some neighbors’ confusion (and the occasional possum attack), Daniel’s passion for animals and green spaces is sparking curiosity and conversation. Would you support more urban homesteads like this in NYC? What would you grow or raise if you had the space? #Business #Industry #CrownHeights00Share
Arthur Booker+FollowSoybeans: Friday’s Small Win, Big PictureQuick coffee break scoop: Soybeans bounced back a bit today, adding a couple of cents after a slow start. But here’s the catch—U.S. exports are lagging, with shipments way behind the usual pace. Why? Brazil’s cranking out more beans, so buyers are shopping there instead. If you’re watching grocery prices or thinking about plant-based eats, this global bean shuffle could hit your wallet soon. #Business #Industry #Soybeans00Share
Arthur Booker+FollowBillionaires’ Jets Crowd Out Locals in NiceSpotted: a sea of private jets at Nice airport, making it tough for even pilots to find a spot to park. The rise in luxury air travel isn’t just a flex—it’s also pumping out way more pollution than regular flights, especially with all those empty jet trips. If you want to travel like a boss but keep your conscience (and the air) clear, consider hopping on a train next time. It’s comfy, scenic, and way better for the planet. #Business #Industry #PrivateJets00Share
