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A big investment has been secured by a group of popular YouTubers to create their dream theme park. Announced on Tuesday, the popular channel, Dude Perfect, scored their biggest win so far in their careers. Origins of the Lucky Group Source: WFLA NEWS/X Dude Perfect was started by 5 roommates and best friends living at Texas A&M University in 2009 when they posted a video of themselves making trick basketball shots. The guys were amateur athletes and fans of sports, so they took to the internet to post their trick shots and hilarious antics. Quick Success With Hard Work Source:…

In recent years, the number of people living out of their cars, vans, or campers as nomads has grown for a number of reasons. In Florida, a new group of people living out of their vehicles is due to a surprisingly high cost: homeowners insurance. Increasing Costs of Homeownership Source: Gustavo Zambelli/Unplsash In early March, NBC2 News published a story about the amount of homeowners camping out in their cars after being devoted homeowners for years. Due to the costs associated with mortgage rate hikes, inflation, and insurance, many people simply can’t afford to keep a roof over their head…

A new study shows that the Sunshine State continues to be a favorite retirement destination among Americans. Over eight million people moved to a different state in 2022 with many retirees looking for their forever homes. Americans Are Moving at Record Numbers Source: kali9/Getty Images As reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, Americans are moving between states at record numbers. There were more than 8.2 million interstate moves in just 2022. Companies and organizations have tracked the most popular destinations of the year in a new report. Florida Makes the Top of the List Source: Sean Pavone/Getty Images Although Florida…

The city of Oakland is under fire again during a recent rash of auto-crime. The populous city near San Francisco is plagued by crime ridden streets, making life difficult for residents. New information published by the Oakland Public Works and Transportation Committee in mid-March shows that crime is reaching new levels in the once idyllic California city. Car Related Crime Plagues the City Source: Campbell Jensen/Unsplash Recent images of carjackings in Oakland and San Francisco have taken over social media, with most taking place in broad daylight. With the increase of car thefts and break-ins, the San Francisco Chronicle has…

A Republican state representative in Colorado has been forced to make a public apology after leaving a loaded gun in an unlikely place. The rep, Don Wilson, sent out a statement on social media platform X this week to apologize for the surreal incident.  Specifics of the Statement Source: @COTimesRecorder/X The lawmaker took to social media to reiterate that the gun was only “briefly” left unattended after he forgot about it in the bathroom. He also wanted to reassure the public that the State Capitol building was closed to the public at the time. He went on to thank the…

If you’re looking for a fun destination for a cross-country road trip or to settle down in a new place, it’s best to look out for which cities are already known to be unfriendly and difficult to visit.  Read on to discover the least welcoming cities in America to ensure you avoid these destinations.  Detroit, Michigan Source: alexeys/Getty Images Many people know that Detroit was once a hub for the automotive industry. The city had a thriving population, and many families relied on General Motors, Stellantis, and Ford Motor Company.  However, these motor companies took their production overseas for cheaper…

A woman has recently shared an embarrassing story of being asked to leave a Delta flight for something she thought no one would notice.  Multiple women have reported that flight attendants and ticketing agents have denied them access to their flights because of certain dress code measures in place.  The Issue in Question Source: Skitterphoto The troubling issue with the dress code being brought up is that they have disallowed women from flying for allegedly not wearing a bra.  One woman claims she was targeted by the airline in an uncomfortable and unfair way.  Customers Are Being Humiliated by the…

While most single-term presidents are remembered by their failures during their re-election attempts, Donald Trump might be remembered for a win. Trump’s bid for re-election might be marked by one of his biggest policy achievements. However, it still might not be enough to win this term. A Big Win During Trump’s Presidency Source: Joe Ravi/Wikipedia Commons During his four year term in office, Trump was able to secure a majority conservative share on the Supreme Court: an office that is usually evenly split between the parties. At the time, Trump was exceedingly proud of the overturning of Roe V Wade.…

A massive tanker crash in Oregon has created a very strange ecological disaster. A 53-foot truck carrying over 102,000 young chinook salmon crashed this week. The collision killed thousands of the fish and released a large number of salmon into a nearby river. Details of the Crash Source: Vinh Dao/Canva As reported by the Baker City Herald, the truck rolled onto the passenger side and slid across the pavement before sliding down a rocky cliff on the edge of a river. The walls of the tanker were surprisingly thin and broke open during the crash, sending tens of thousands of…

In a video released by self-titled “anti-work girlboss”, Gabrielle Judge shares her personal approach to the corporate work environment.  The Gen Z influencer shared an experience when she was accused of “time theft” by a former employer.  What Is Time Theft? Source: AndreyPopov/Getty Images Time theft can be a pretty serious accusation by an employer, and many say that it is the same as stealing physical items from a company.  The practice encompasses certain behaviors that intentionally drain time at work. Some examples include taking too long in the bathroom or on scheduled breaks, logging off early, or using work…