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Malia Obama was all smiles as she arrived at the Sundance Film Festival last month for the premiere of her short film “The Heart.” But sadly for Malia, the film got mostly negative reviews, and many are calling out the former first daughter as another example of nepotism in the entertainment industry. Who Is Malia Obama? Source: Mark Wilson/Getty Images Malia is the eldest daughter of former president, Barack Obama, and former first lady, Michelle Obama. Of course, when her father was in office, Malia was one of the most famous teenagers on the planet. Even though Obama left the…
For landlords and homeowners alike, squatters are extremely frustrating. However, in the United States, landlords often have no legal standing to remove those using their homes without their authorization because of the nation’s laws regarding squatters’ rights. One man named Flash Shelton has made it his mission to help landlords and homeowners deal with squatters by getting them out safely and efficiently, and his ideas are quite innovative. Who Is Flash Shelton? Source: @OutsidetheBoxWithFlash/YouTube Flash Shelton works as a handyman, but in recent years, he has become an anti-squatter activist and, as he puts it, “famous for squatting the squatters.”…
When one hears the words “Spring Break,” their mind almost immediately goes to the sandy beaches of southern Florida. For decades, the two have been all but synonymous, as thousands of young partiers have flocked to the Sunshine State every March. But this year, that’s all changing. Florida has announced it is “breaking up” with Spring Breakers. The announcement also explained that those who don’t quite get the message will experience a much different vacation than in previous years, with increased police presence, excessive parking fees, and several new rules. What Is Spring Break? Source: Alamy For those who have…
Cyberattacks have become increasingly more prevalent as companies now rely heavily on online systems. The most recent attack, executed by a high-profile ground known as “Blackcat hacking,” hit UnitedHealth Group’s pharmacies, and now, pharmacists are struggling to fill prescriptions. The Notorious Blackcat Hackers Source: Freepik A well-known ransomware gang known as “Blackcat” has attacked UnitedHealth’s online prescription platform, completely mangling the entire system. The group of anonymous hackers, also known as ALPHV, has been functioning since 2021 and has targeted hundreds of organizations all around the world in just a few years. Blackcat Has Already Attacked MGM and Reddit Source:…
The United States is just a few months away from its next presidential election. Former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden are going head to head again, just as they did in 2020. But while the candidates are familiar, no one knows yet who will win. World-famous entrepreneur and financial guru Kevin O’Leary recently announced that he believes immigration is currently the most important issue to Americans and how each candidate plans to handle the situation will determine who wins back the Oval Office. Immigration in the USA Source: iStock The United States of America was born from…
It’s been a rough few years for Millennials, from the COVID-19 pandemic to radically increasing mortgage rates and cost of living, all during a time when this generation is trying to buy property, start a family, and advance their careers. Now, it seems that Millennials are struggling to pay their bills at all, and consequently, their cars are being repossessed. LegalShield Released Staggering Statistics Last Week Source: Freepik LegalShield, an organization that offers legal advice or representation to members in need, released its January Consumer Stress Legal Index last week, and the data it collected is quite shocking. It noted…
While you can’t choose your family, you can certainly choose your friends, and experts have found that who you spend your time with directly affects almost every aspect of your life. Though it may be surprising, your friends don’t just dictate what you do and how you feel, but also your financial outcomes and possibly even your career. The Five People You Spend the Most Time With Source: @JimRohn/Facebook Jim Rohn is a world famous motivational speaker who has helped people “sculpt life strategies that expanded their imagination of what is possible” for 40 years. Rohn has always focused on…
Every generation has its struggles, from war to economic crashes, housing bubbles to inflation crises, there seems to always be something affecting people’s wallets that is completely out of their control. However, one generation in particular, known as Gen X, who were born between 1965 and 1980, has had more trouble than most. And now, it seems they may never be able to retire. Generation X: The Neglected Child Source: Freepik Gen Xers sit between Baby Boomers, who experienced an extreme increase in wealth over their parents, and Millennials, who are known for their adaptability and out-of-the-box thinking. But somehow,…
The 2024 presidential election is right around the corner, and it seems that it will once again be a close race between former president Donald Trump and current president Joe Biden. These candidates couldn’t be more different in their personalities, policies, and even plans for the next four years. No one knows yet who is going back to the Oval Office, but many political experts are favoring Trump. If he does win, there are a few highly likely changes that everyone should be aware of. The President Absolutely Affects the Economy Source: Wikipedia It’s important to understand that whoever is…
The vast majority of people struggle to write their resume. Not only is it challenging to analyze one’s self, but applicants also want to be sure they’re including what a hiring manager wants to see. A former recruiter recently explained that there is, in fact, a wrong answer when it comes to resumes, and as she explains, it’s the “Miss America answers.” Lindsay Mustain Reveals the Biggest Mistake Someone Can Make on their Resume Source: @Lindsay Mustain/Linkedin When writing a resume, it’s crucial to ensure there are no spelling mistakes, the widely accepted format is used, and you have all…