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just now (1029+ words) What's with the Dad Socks? Adults are having a really hard time keeping up with the interests of Gen Z and Gen Alpha When it comes to young people, every generation is different from the one that came before. It makes sense. Every group grows up in different economic, cultural, and technological circumstances, so of course they're going to have different tastes and values. It's also natural for younger generations to rebel against their parents and create their own unique identities. However, these days, with the rapid changes in technology and culture spurned on by the internet, for some older people (Baby Boomers, Gen X), the younger generations (Millenials, Gen Z, Gen Alpha) are downright confusing. Further, Gen Z and Gen Alpha were raised during the pandemic, the #MeToo movement, and the murder of George Floyd, which have had an enormous…...

1+ min ago (477+ words) Nine years after Massachusetts voters legalized recreational marijuana use, state regulators took a major step toward allowing people to buy and use cannabis on site at licensed venues and events. The original 2016 ballot law envisioned the creation of "social consumption" sites, but publicly accessible cannabis cafes and lounges are not yet available in Massachusetts. On Thursday, the state's Cannabis Control Commission unanimously approved a final set of regulations that will eventually clear the way for such businesses to open. As Commissioner Kimberly Roy cast her vote, she said the CCC was "honoring the will of the voters today." Commissioners said they expect the regulations to officially be on the books by January, but cautioned that there's still a long road ahead. "Let's send a message you can't run right out after these are voted upon and start having consumption events…...

1+ min ago (120+ words) Why forecourts need a different kind of charger The Konect 400 kW platform addresses those problems by prioritizing: The future of charging is not just fast " it's familiar "Power is only part of the story," Glass added. "The Konect platform is designed to fit your business and preferred charging hardware, not the other way around. By integrating Invenco's FlexPay 6 payment platform into the charging technology, we've created a consistent customer experience and readied our retailers for a multi-energy future." The Konect 400 kW All'in'One EV Charger is available now for pilot deployments and commercial orders. Retailers and energy partners interested in demonstrations, technical briefings or pilot programs are encouraged to contact Konect sales....

1+ min ago (203+ words) Senators from both parties pushed Thursday for changes to a massive defense bill after crash investigators and victims" families warned the legislation would undo key safety reforms stemming from a collision between an airliner and Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people. "We owe it to the families to put into law actual safety improvements, not give the Department of Defense bigger loopholes to exploit," the senators said. The White House and military didn"t immediately respond Thursday to questions about these safety concerns. But earlier this week Trump made it clear that he wants to sign the National Defense Authorization Act because it advances a number of his priorities and provides a 3.8% pay raise for many military members. The Senate is expected to take up the bill next week, and it appears unlikely that any final changes will be…...

2+ min ago (469+ words) December 11, 2025 / 6:11 PM EST / CBS Atlanta Farmers across Georgia say a new $12 billion federal aid package announced this week by President Trump will provide critical short-term relief as they struggle with overwhelming rising costs and low crop prices tied to the administration's trade policies. Many producers say the money - a one-time payment expected before the end of February - will help them secure the loans they need to plant next year's crops. Eighteen-year-old Mason Nunn grew up on his family's row-crop farm in Morgan County and hopes to lead the next generation of Lee Nunn Farms. "The first time I ever drove one by myself, I was 10 years old," Nunn said. He's spent years learning the farm's equipment and operations, adding, "That's also your engine water temperature. Your anchor's per hour average." Whenever the opportunity comes, he hopes to take over the…...

2+ min ago (200+ words) The embassy emphasized that the war party in Brussels is seeking "to sell the uncontrolled increase in military spending and the militarization of economies to the population at the expense of socio-economic well-being" - Russian Politics & Diplomacy Russian Politics & DiplomacyInto section "- Business & Economy Business & EconomyInto section " - Military & Defense Military & DefenseInto section " - Science & Space Science & SpaceInto section " - Society & Culture Society & CultureInto section " NATO, EU preparing for large-scale conflict with Russia " Russian embassy in Belgium BRUSSELS, December 11. /TASS/. The leadership of NATO and the EU is constantly escalating the situation and preparing for a large-scale conflict with Russia, the Russian Embassy in Belgium said in a comment to TASS regarding the remarks of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. "It is not Moscow, but the leadership of NATO and the EU that is constantly escalating the situation and preparing for a large-scale conflict with…...

2+ min ago (310+ words) Amanda Mullen is a freelance writer for ComicBook with expertise in fantasy topics, anime, and all things television. She has a decade of digital media experience, most of it spent writing about pop culture. Amanda most recently served as a features editor at Screen Rant, where she had the pleasure of working on several different [] The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power has revealed a first look at Season 3 and a major filming update, raising hopes of a return in 2026. The Prime Video series is nearing the halfway point of the creators" five-season plan, and after The Rings of Power Season 2"s ending, things promise to get more intense. With Sauron securing the nine rings for Men, and the Elves retreating after the Siege of Eregion, the odds look to be in the Lord of the Rings villain…...

2+ min ago (276+ words) GENEVA'Switzerland's long-celebrated yodeling has received a response from the U.N. cultural agency: The Alpine tradition of chant and song is indeed worthy of classification in a list of the world's cultural heritage. A committee of Paris-based UNESCO, meeting in New Delhi, on Thursday listed yodeling in its list of intangible cultural heritage. Yodeling was selected among 67 traditions honored by UNESCO in the Indian capital, including Italian cooking, Ghanaian highlife music, the fermented Kyrgyz beverage Maksym and the El Joropo music and dance tradition in Venezuela. The list is different from the UNESCO World Heritage List, which enshrines protections for physical sites that are considered important to humanity, like the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. "Yodeling can be performed by individuals, small groups or choirs, and sometimes with instruments like the accordion," said UNESCO. "It features rich harmonics and is often performed…...

3+ min ago (452+ words) The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged higher this week, though it remains relatively near its low point so far this year. The uptick brings the average long-term mortgage rate to 6.22% from 6.19% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year ago, the rate averaged 6.6%. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages, popular with homeowners refinancing their home loans, also rose this week. The rate averaged 5.54%, up from 5.44% last week. A year ago, it averaged 5.84%, Freddie Mac said. The 10-year yield was at 4.12% at midday Thursday, slightly higher than it was a week ago. The rise in mortgage rates comes a day after the Federal Reserve cut its main interest rate for the third time this year and indicated another cut may be ahead in 2026. The Fed doesn't set mortgage rates, so even when it cuts its short-term rates…...

3+ min ago (119+ words) The actor best known for playing Anakin Skywalker in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy will headline FanExpo Cleveland 2026, appearing March 13-15 at the Huntington Convention Center. "Star Wars" actor Hayden Christensen added to FanExpo Cleveland 2026 celebrity lineup CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Force will be strong at FanExpo Cleveland 2026. Hayden Christensen, who starred as Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy, will be in town for the annual comic con March 13-15 at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. The guest list also includes "Reno 911!" stars Cedric Yarbrough and Thomas Lennon; "Star Trek: The Next Generation" alums Jonathan Frakes and Gates McFadden; and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" cast member James Marsters....