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Nov 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Kevin Rowe's Next Chapter: A New Venture in Entertainment

Kevin Rowe has taken a significant step in his career by joining Entertainment 360. This move comes after his departure from 2AM, a company he co-founded four years ago. 2AM was a management and production company that worked closely with A24, marking A24's first investment in management. The compa

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Sustainability Shines: Bakelite's Green Achievements

Bakelite has just earned a Gold Medal from EcoVadis, a big deal in the world of sustainability. This puts them in the top 5% of over 130, 000 companies worldwide. What’s driving this success? Bakelite has been busy making changes. They’ve installed solar panels in the UK, Spain, and Finland. In the

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

San Jose Japantown: Business Blues and Historic Hurdles

In the heart of San Jose, a local entrepreneur is feeling the heat. Jordan Trigg, who once saw Japantown as a place of opportunity, now finds himself in a tough spot. He's lost control of four properties on East Taylor Street, and it's not just bad luck. The city's red tape and high costs have him t

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

Women Empowering Women: A Gathering of Minds in Eau Claire

Eau Claire recently hosted a significant event for women in business. The 22nd Annual Women’s Business Conference took place at the Pablo Center, drawing a large crowd. Over 450 women attended, eager to learn and connect with others in the field. The event was organized by the Western Dairyland Wom

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Nov 13 2025BUSINESS

BP's Big Shift: What's Next for Castrol?

BP is making some big changes. They are talking with Stonepeak, a large investment company, about selling their Castrol lubricants unit. This sale is part of BP's larger plan to raise a lot of money by selling off some of their business parts. Here's what's happening: Both Stonepeak and another pri

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Nov 13 2025LIFESTYLE

Muscle Girls: Redefining Beauty in Japan

In a lively Tokyo bar, a group of strong, muscular women are breaking the mold of traditional Japanese beauty standards. These women, known as "Muscle Girls, " are challenging the norm that women should be thin and delicate. They are showing that strength and muscle can also be beautiful. The bar,

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Oregon's School Funding: Who's Right?

Oregon's lawmakers claim they've finally met the school funding targets set by the Quality Education Commission. This is the first time in 25 years they've said this. But not everyone is convinced. The commission said the state needed $13. 5 billion to fully fund schools. Lawmakers approved $11. 36

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

France's Pension Pause: A Political Balancing Act

In France, lawmakers are gearing up to vote on a significant shift in pension policy. The government is looking to put a hold on a controversial plan to raise the retirement age. This move comes as the country grapples with a shaky political landscape and a growing budget deficit. The current prime

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Nov 13 2025LIFESTYLE

Shady Ave Magazine Gets a New Boss

Shady Ave Magazine, a well-known lifestyle magazine based in Pittsburgh, is switching hands. Table Media Inc. is taking over from Trib Total Media, who have been running the show since 2022. The change is expected to wrap up by December 1st, and the first issue under the new management will hit the

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

How Buildings Can Help Fight Viruses and Improve Air Quality

The way people use buildings has a big impact on indoor air quality. This is especially important now, with viruses like SARS-CoV-2 spreading mainly through the air indoors. To tackle this, a new tool called ArchABM has been created. It simulates how people interact with buildings and helps figure o

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