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In the early 2000s, Adriana Valdez Young heard a radio commercial for the brand-new Providence Place mall, a then-groundbreaking development built to draw luxury shoppers to Rhode Island’s capital.In the ad, a woman breathlessly fawned over the shopping center, exclaiming she wished she could live there since it had everything…
We’d always dreamt of owning a beach home for family vacations and weekend getaways, but our budget and the kids’ constantly packed schedules never made it possible.Then, many years later, as we edged toward retirement and the kids were out of the house, we put the idea back on the…
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with John Moore. It has been edited for length and clarity.I delivered mail with the post office for 31 years. As a mailman, you know everyone. Depending on what you’re delivering, sometimes they’re happy to see you, and sometimes they’re not. When…
Updated 2025-03-28T20:08:32Z This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in. Gas-powered automobiles were first invented in Europe in the late 1800s. Innovative manufacturing techniques allowed the US to dominate the car industry. Photos from 100 years ago…
Computer maker Dell’s staff numbers have fallen by 25,000 in the last two years.In its latest 10-K filing, published on Tuesday, the company said that it had about 108,000 global employees as of January 31, 2025.In February 2024, that number was 120,000, marking a 10% annual reduction in the workforce.Looking…
When I married my husband, who was an enlisted sailor in the US Navy, I was warned about frequent moves, long separations, and unpredictable schedules. I believed we could handle it.What I was less sure of was when, if ever, to have children. Twice in the early years of our…
Richard Maas, 89, just wants to go back to work.Maas, who lives in Tempe, Arizona, worked in the automobile industry for over five decades, including running an appraisal company into his late 80s. He retired nearly two years ago when the work became too physically demanding, but he said his…
Cate Blanchett reflected on sexism and ageism toward women in Hollywood.She said the “shelf life” for actresses was “about five years” when she started out.Blanchett defied those odds, and 30 years later, she’s leading the sexy new thriller “Black Bag.”Cate Blanchett has had a thriving career for decades. However, career…
My husband and I moved from the US to Canada about 14 years ago and now live in Toronto.I’m surprised how much French I’ve picked up, but wish I knew how pricey domestic flights could be.It’s been tricky to navigate Canada’s housing market and pay more for certain groceries.When my…
After living on the Amalfi Coast for 17 years, I’ve seen many tourists make the same mistakes.Instead of taking a day trip, tourists should plan to spend more time on the Amalfi Coast.I also recommend visiting spots outside Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.I believe every trip to the Amalfi Coast should be…
