LSU Graduates Create Unique Chocolate Business Combining Science and Artistry
Two entrepreneurial women from Baton Rouge are making waves in the food industry with their unique small business that combines chocolate and science. Maram Khalaf, a biological science major at LSU, and her mother Aliaa run Chocolate Bijoux together, creating handcrafted chocolates that are both delicious and scientifically sound. What started as a hobby during…
Boston Dynamics Bids Farewell to Its Humanoid Robot Atlas: How the Retirement of a Robot Model Reflects Advances in Robotics Technology and Ethics
Boston Dynamics, an American company, has announced plans to upgrade its humanoid robot with a new model designed for real-world commercial and industrial applications. The company stated that its hydraulic Atlas robot model would be retired and replaced with a new fully electric Atlas robot. After investing in humanoid robots for around 10 years, Boston…
Boston’s Bustling Sports Scene: The Positive Economic Impact of the Month of April
The month of April in Boston is known for its economic impact as the city’s sports scene comes alive. The Boston Marathon marks the beginning of a busy visitor season and excitement in the city. With the Bruins and Celtics making it to the playoffs, businesses are looking forward to an influx of fans. The…
Disney Introduces “Smellephants on Parade” to Enhance the Senses of Guests in Magic Kingdom
The Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, is a place where guests can immerse themselves in a world of wonder and delightful smells. From the sweet treats at Main Street Confectionery to the musty aroma on the “Pirates of the Caribbean” ride, there is always something new to discover around every corner. Starting in…
New NCAA Football Rules: A Game-Changing Step Towards Safer Play and Enhanced Experience
The NCAA Football Rules Committee has announced new technology rules for college football, including the implementation of a two-minute warning similar to the NFL. This rule will include automatic timeouts in the last two minutes of the second and fourth quarters. In addition to the two-minute warning, options for using tablets for in-game video, collaborative…
Napoleon High School Robotics Team Takes Home VEX State Championship and Earns a Spot at World Championship for Second Consecutive Year
The Napoleon High School Robotics Team, known as The Triple Triangularity, recently posed with their trophy from the VEX State Championships. The team, identified as 40684D, consists of students Cameron Smith, Mason Keith, and Griffin Keith. They finished 11th out of 80 teams in the Skills Challenge State Championships held at Kettering University in Flint…
Four Must-See New England Hotels Make it onto Travel + Leisure’s It List 2024
Travel + Leisure has selected four of the most exciting new hotels in New England as part of their It List 2024. These properties are among the 36 North American hotels chosen for the list, which represents 39 countries across six continents. The list also includes luxury cruises for the first time. First up is…
Elevating Local Business Growth: Upper Peninsula State Bank Secures $10,000 Grant for Beavers Lures in Escanaba
Recently, Upper Peninsula State Bank helped local business owner Katelyn Beaver to receive funds from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBI) through its Elevate Grant Program. This program aims to support the growth and development of small businesses, their workforce, and the communities where they operate. To apply for the grant, business owners…
Blinken Calls for Calm as Israel Strikes Iran Amid Increasing Tensions in Middle East
The US has called for calm in the Middle East after reports of Israel’s strike on Iran. During a G7 meeting in Italy, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made this call and clarified that Washington was not involved in the offensive operation. According to two US officials, an Israeli missile hit Iran overnight, although…
Fragmentation of the Global Economy: How Central Banks can Tackle Increased Inflation Shocks
Catherine Mann, a policymaker at the Bank of England, emphasized the potential impact of a fragmenting global economy on countries’ exposure to inflation shocks during a panel discussion at the International Monetary Fund. She pointed out that the era of stable inflation and low volatility, known as the “great moderation,” is over, and central banks…
