A new game is blending old and new by turning traditional Korean hanbok robes into playable outfits in a fantasy world. Instead of keeping these cultural pieces locked in history, the project aims to breathe fresh life into them through pixel-art graphics. A clothing brand that mixes vintage pattern
Sarah Sherman’s first comedy special feels like a messy art project that somehow turned into a must-watch. Instead of playing it safe with jokes about politics or pop culture, she went all-in on her weirdest ideas. The people helping make the show told her to dump the obvious targets, saying things
Americans are noticing higher prices everywhere, but the biggest squeeze comes from energy costs. A recent spike in inflation shows prices rising faster than expected, hitting levels not seen since before the pandemic. Experts point to rising fuel expenses as a key driver, especially since tensions
Many businesses today are preparing for a shift in how people shop online. Instead of traditional checkout methods, AI assistants might soon pick and buy products for customers. A recent study found that over half of merchants believe AI-driven shopping will become a major way people buy things onli
A group of three girls from Carl Sandburg High School in Orland Park recently took first place in a business competition hosted by Moraine Valley Community College. Instead of just tackling a regular project, they had to quickly come up with a full marketing plan for a new solar battery. The catch?
The South Carolina Republican primary for the seat left by Rep. Nancy Mace has moved to a runoff because no candidate secured more than half the votes. The contest will decide who fills the position after Mace announced she is running for governor, ending her congressional term. Two main contende
The Texas‑based Otto Aerospace has hit a key checkpoint: the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved its G‑1 Issue Paper for the Phantom 3500 business jet. This step moves the company from setting design goals to proving that the plane can meet them, clearing a major regulatory barrier. O
George and Colleen Wood decided to close their long‑running jewelry shop on June 5, ending a 41‑year run that began in the 1970s. The store, once located on Main Street and now at Countryside Plaza in East Huntingdon, had become a local landmark. Long‑time customers stopped by to say goodbye, sharin
French President Emmanuel Macron will preside over a video meeting on Thursday. The discussion will bring together the G7 nations and China to talk about trade differences around the world. Macron’s office said that this meeting shows a new willingness from China, the United States and Europe to wor
A new analysis warns that today’s stock rally may be fragile because many parts of the economy are moving in opposite directions. The writer notes that while most investors see a steady path forward, the mix of trends creates a danger that something unexpected could happen. Because it is hard to pre
