I live in one of the fastest-growing cities in the US. It’s a perfect blend of small-town vibes and big-city benefits.
I moved to Celina, Texas, in 2022, and I love living here. When I first moved to Celina, Texas, I was excited to live in an area filled with young families and business-minded people. However, I didn’t realize the up-and-coming town, which many residents call Rollertown, would top the Census Bureau’s list of the fastest-growing…
3 residents in LA share their wildfire evacuation experience: ‘It was really terrifying and devastating to see’
Wildfires in and around Los Angeles have destroyed over 1,000 structures, left at least two dead, and displaced tens of thousands of others. Residents fled to the nearby Beverly Hilton hotel as their neighborhoods were evacuated. The fires storming through Los Angeles and Southern California have left over 1,000 structures burned, at least two people…
US dockworkers struck a deal with their employers, averting a strike that could have crippled shipping
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the US Maritime Alliance have struck a deal to avoid a strike. The International Longshoremen’s Association and the US Maritime Alliance said Wednesday they had agreed on a new six-year master contract. The two sides said in a joint statement that this will allow them to avoid any work…
2 charts show LA neighborhoods hit by wildfires were left exposed by recent insurance rollbacks
Thousands of California homeowners at risk from the Los Angeles County fires find themselves exposed in a volatile home-insurance market. Last year, California’s largest home insurer — State Farm — canceled thousands of policyholders’ plans in areas across LA County, including in Pacific Palisades and parts of Santa Monica and Calabasas, that are under evacuation…
Here’s the one question that Accenture’s CEO asks potential staff to see if they make the cut
Accenture CEO Julie Sweet said that when it comes to hiring, she looks for candidates who are interested in learning new things. Accenture CEO Julie Sweet said there’s one key question she poses to people who want to work for her. “There’s one question that we ask everyone, regardless of you’re a consultant or you’re…
I’m the COO at a Hollywood law firm. I had to change my communication style at home when I realized how it impacted my family.
Shayla Smith changed her communication style to have more harmony at home. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Shayla Smith, Chief Operating Officer of Lichter Grossman Nichols Feldman Rogal Shikora & Clark, Inc. It has been edited for length and clarity. I’ve always had a firm but fair communication style. I don’t…
Tiny homes, big improvements: 3 people share why they love living in ADUs
The Benjamins and their dog. For newlyweds Aislyn and Ali Benjamin, purchasing a traditional home in Danville, California — a small city just over an hour’s drive east of San Francisco — wasn’t financially feasible. It’s easy to see why. Data from Realtor.com shows that the area’s median home sale price is about $1.9 million…
Beijing is subsidizing everything from microwaves to dishwashers to get people to spend more money
China added microwaves to home appliances that now quality for state subsidies in a trade-in program to spur consumption. China’s cautious consumers are spending less, prompting Beijing to dish out incentives even for small home goods. On Wednesday, China added home appliances, including microwave ovens, water purifiers, dishwashers, and rice cookers, in a trade-in program…
The green flags in job candidates that 6 recruiting pros look for during interviews
Making a good first impression on a recruiter is key. Here are some green flags they look for in job candidates. The start of the year is usually one of the busiest times for hiring as many companies have finalized their new budgets. If you’re brushing up on your interview skills right about now, B-17…
