Author: Alex Trent

Former Home Depot and Chrysler CEO Bob Nardelli made recent comments on the Fox Business show “Cavuto: Coast to Coast” that spelled out the bad omens for US economic recovery. Nardelli warned that recent employment trends suggest the American economy will continue to struggle as several large companies in many industries have been instituting layoffs, with more job cuts possible on the horizon. Bob Nardelli Joins Fox News to Discuss US Economy Source: Freepik Bob Nardelli is a former corporate executive who  became CEO of Home Depot in December 2000 despite having no previous retail experience. He used the skills…

An outbreak of squatting is currently taking place in Atlanta Georgia as authorities estimate that over 1,200 properties are being illegally occupied. Residents report these squatters are causing a danger to the community and may be forced to take things into their own hands as the problems worsen. Local laws make it difficult for lawful residents of these properties to evict the residents. Squatting Crisis Source: Will/Unsplash According to Fox 5 Atlanta, Squatters descended onto the city and started occupying vacant buildings, properties, and homes. Legitimate homeowners are shocked by the brazenness of these squatters who will break into homes…

The image that people have of Mount Everest in their minds is likely one of beauty and natural splendor. However, in recent years, it has become known for something else, as a storage area for garbage. The once beautiful mountain has become a landfill for discarded bottles, tents, and human waste left behind by travelers and climbers. New Removal Mandate Source: Unsplash Many of Mount Everest’s base camps are accessible throughout the country of Nepal. The local government of Pasangihamu has set a new mandate to fight against the influx of trash and hazardous materials left behind by travelers. This…

In an exciting development, the United States might be on its way to exceeding global leader China as the top extractor of rare minerals. A recent discovery of a huge cache of minerals has the potential to upset the world economy in a big way. Rare earth minerals are essential to daily life in the modern world, making devices like computers, smartphones, and hybrid cars possible. What Was Discovered? Source: Leiem/Wikimedia A company called American Rare Earths Inc. recently announced the discovery of a huge cache of rare minerals that is estimated to be more than 2.57 billion tons. (via…

As the effects of climate change continue to become more apparent, many states across the country are attempting to rally around renewable energy. New York made a commitment to center its energy sector around renewable energy, but current metrics have shown the state has fallen off track to meet its ambitious 2030 goal. Other states are looking up to New York to set an example, but if it fails, it could spell similar failures for these states. New York’s Push for Renewable Energy Source: Waldemar/Unsplash In 2019, New York passed a climate law that was seen as ambitious by many,…

A judge who served both Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties in Oklahoma is stepping down following an investigation into her inappropriate behavior in court. Investigators reportedly found over 500 instances in which Traci Soderstrom, the judge, was distracted during the trial by texting her bailiff. The content of the texts was alleged to be inappropriate, featuring offensive language and mockery of other trial participants. Murder Trial Mockery Source: Katrin/Pexels Security footage obtained by investigators shed light on inappropriate behavior by Soderstrom while presiding as a judge for the Oklahoma court system. She was observed checking her phone an unusual number of…

The term “woke” has emerged in political discussions to describe people who closely align with causes like social justice, income inequality, racial discrimination, and the advocacy of disadvantaged groups in America. Woke adherents tend to be more common among younger generations, but why is this the case? Examining the Boomer generation can offer some insights into their unique attitude and lower apparent probability of adopting the social causes of today. Who Are the Boomers? Source: Duncan Kidd/Unsplash “Boomer” is an affectionate shortening of the term for the generational group “Baby Boomer.” The Baby Boomer generation describes Americans born between 1946…

Burger King is bringing new Whoppers back to eager customers, but this time, they get to choose. As part of a promotion, the company has created a contest for customers to submit their craziest ideas for the chance to win $1 million and see their twisted creations on Burger King menus in the United States. This contest puts Burger King fans in even more control, thanks to the number of options available for sandwich customization. The Contest Details Source: Justin Wolff/Unsplash This Million Dollar Whopper contest is currently running until March 17. In that time, customers can go to Burger…

On February 7, prosecutors in Manhattan indicted a huge real estate developer and several executive conspirators in court. They are alleged to be responsible for defrauding investors, subcontractors, and the government of New York City in a multi-year scheme that drained them upwards of $86 million. The prosecutors allege that these stolen assets were used to cover shortfalls of other projects and were sometimes diverted to personal bank accounts. What Are the Allegations? Source: Matt Popovich/Unsplash Real estate developer and managing director Nir Meir, executives at HFZ Capital Group, and executives at Omnibuild construction firm are accused of stealing funds…

The recent downturn in the economy has seen hotel buyers turning away from the real estate market in the Bay Area and across California. As investors deal with the uncertainty of the market, they are saving their money and waiting for a healthy industry to emerge. The result of this is a cascade of factors that have made the California hotel market have one of the worst declines on record. The Atlas Hospitality Report Source: Rhema Kallianpur/Unsplash A hotel market survey from Atlas Hospitality Group spelled out the dire situation for the California hotel industry. The report noted a 48.3%…