Brooke Martin+FollowPuerto Rico’s Power Drama: Will the Lights Stay On?Here’s a hot topic for your next coffee break: Puerto Rico’s summer could get a lot sweatier. The island’s main gas supplier, New Fortress, just pulled the plug on a crucial shipment, leaving most backup power plants offline. Why? They say they’re owed millions, but local officials call it an excuse. With only a few generators running—and those burning pricey, dirty diesel—blackouts are suddenly a real threat. All this, while New Fortress is drowning in debt and its stock is tanking. Keep an eye on your AC remote if you’re in PR! #Business #Industry #PuertoRico1915Share
awaters+FollowTurkey Packaging Gets a Green Glow-UpEver get annoyed by all the plastic when you buy turkey at the store? Good news: Butterball turkeys are now rocking a new, eco-friendlier bag with a built-in handle, thanks to Amcor. This switch means less plastic waste and a smaller carbon footprint, so you can feel a bit better about your holiday roast. It's a small change, but if more brands follow, our grocery runs could get a lot greener. Would you pick the turkey with the eco-bag? #Business #Industry #EcoFriendly40Share
peterfoster+FollowWhy India's ACs Might Not Go So Cold AnymoreIndia’s planning to make new air conditioners stop at 20°C (68°F) instead of the usual chilly 17°C. The idea? Save on those sky-high electricity bills and avoid power shortages, especially as ACs become a must-have in the sweltering heat. If you’re used to cranking your AC way down, you might have to get creative—think ceiling fans or a cold drink. Bonus: every degree higher can cut your energy bill by 6%! #Business #Industry #IndiaNews10Share
Brooke Martin+FollowBirthday Cards Just Got Pricier—Here’s WhyHeads up: sending a birthday card is about to cost you more. USPS just bumped up stamp prices (again), so mailing a card or postcard will set you back nearly 10% extra. People are venting online, calling the move “horrible,” but USPS says it’s all about keeping the mail running and modernizing. If you’re a frequent sender, maybe it’s time to stock up on Forever stamps or go digital for those greetings! #Business #Industry #USPS20Share
Kristin Shaw+FollowAI Just Designed a Rocket in Weeks?!Grab your coffee—AI just helped 3D print a rocket engine that actually fired up successfully! Usually, making these fancy 'aerospike' engines takes ages and tons of trial and error, but this time, an AI called Noyron cranked out a working design in just weeks. Why does this matter? If AI can speed up rocket building, we might see cheaper, faster space launches soon. Next stop: AI-designed space vacations? #Business #Industry #AI20Share
Arthur Booker+FollowAsteroid Flyby: Space Drama, No PanicHeads up, sky-watchers! A giant asteroid—twice the size of Lady Liberty—is zooming past Earth today, but don’t worry, it’s not the end of the world. NASA says it’s a safe distance away, but they’re still tracking it closely to learn how these cosmic boulders behave. Why does it matter? The more we know now, the better we can prep if a real space rock ever comes knocking. So, tonight’s space show is more science win than doomsday scenario! #Business #Industry #SpaceWatch110Share
awaters+FollowDid You Check Your Freezer for This Pulled Pork?Heads up, pulled pork fans! The USDA just dropped a warning about some BBQ pulled pork and burrito fillings that might be hiding allergens like soy, anchovies, and egg whites—without saying so on the label. If you shop at Hannaford in Maine or NY, or grab breakfast burritos at Jacksons in Idaho, double-check your freezer stash. This isn’t a full recall, but if you’ve got food allergies, better safe than sorry—toss it out! Food alerts like this keep us safe, even if they’re a little scary. #Business #Industry #FoodSafety60Share
Jennifer Reyes+FollowHow One Family Keeps Meat Old-SchoolEver wonder where your favorite shish kebabs or tomahawk steaks come from? At Cleveland’s West Side Market, Jeremiah Wiencek is keeping his family’s 100-year meat-selling tradition alive. Instead of just grabbing shrink-wrapped cuts at the supermarket, locals can chat with Jeremiah and score specialty cuts you won’t find anywhere else. The real hack? Building relationships with local butchers means fresher options and custom cuts for your next cookout! #Business #Industry #FamilyBusiness00Share
Arthur Booker+FollowDid Your Ulcer Meds Just Get Recalled?Heads up if you take Sucralfate for ulcers! The company behind it, Nostrum Labs, just went out of business and pulled all their meds from shelves. That means if you bought Sucralfate after June 2023, you should double-check your bottle. No returns, so talk to your doctor if you have any issues. Wild how a company shutdown can suddenly affect your medicine cabinet! #Business #Industry #RecallAlert240Share
Jennifer Reyes+FollowWhy Strawberries Are So Pricey Right NowEver wonder why your favorite berries are missing or more expensive at the store? Blame the weird weather! Cold snaps in May have thrown Canadian farms for a loop, slowing down strawberry and leafy green harvests. Some farmers are picking just a fraction of last year’s crops, which means less on shelves and higher prices for us. If you want to help, try buying local or growing a few herbs at home—every little bit counts! #Business #Industry #FoodPrices93Share
