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Remember the Avon Lady? That woman on TV who went door to door selling Avon Beauty products? Well, Avon may soon cease to exist as Avon Products, Inc., a U.S.-based holding company, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to manage its debt and address legal claims related to talc-based products. While Avon’s U.S. operations were sold in 2016, the company remains the parent of Avon’s international businesses.

Avon Bankruptcy: Iconic Door-to-Door Sales Model Ends After 135 Years

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	The resale revolution is having a tangible impact on the volume of apparel waste lining landfills, according to ThredUp’s recent impact report.ThredUp Talks New Tools and How Layoffs Triggered by AI Affected Strategy




	“By making it easy to buy and sell secondhand, we’ve extended the life cycle of millions of garments—200 million to be exact,” according to CEO James Reinhart.




	The sale of apparel and accessories throughout the re-commerce marketplace’s 15-year history has also helped slash 791.1 million pounds of Carbon Dioxide Equivalents (CO2e), 8.4 billion gallons of water and 1.6 billion kilowatt hours (kWh) of energy from the fashion supply chain...

ThredUp Has Diverted 200 Million Items From Landfills

North Carolina State

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Chapel Hill, NC

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A solid education is crucial, often leading to better job opportunities and higher salaries. While educated individuals can be found across the country, some regions have a particularly high concentration of educated residents.

These 2 North Carolina Cities Are The Most Educated In America

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Former child star Dana Hill died at only 32 years old on July 15, 1996. Like many former child stars, Hill had talent, and a promising life and career that ended all too soon. She was born Dana Lynne Goetz on May 6, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, and she passed with a Hollywood name in Burbank, California.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Dana Hill ('National Lampoon's European Vacation'): 3 Decades Later

Jacksonville, FL

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Palantir just reported another stellar quarter of robust growth that validates its long-term opportunity. Microsoft is enjoying momentum as it rolls out Copilot and other AI services across its business. These stocks can help you cash in on this burgeoning new industry. The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) promises to...

2 Artificial Intelligence Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

Inc. Business Media has released its annual list of the top 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in America. The list includes several commercial glass-related businesses, including New Jersey-based Northern Architectural Systems. Northern designs and manufactures architectural windows, wall systems, doors, storefronts and entrances. Based on Inc. data, the company recorded a three-year growth percentage of 159%.

Private Glass Companies Shine in Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Los Angeles County, CA

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Pennsylvania State

Hey there, future mover! Before you start imagining yourself living in a state known for its historic charm, rolling hills, and Philly cheesesteaks, let me stop you right there. Here are 12 completely valid (and not at all exaggerated) reasons why you should think twice about making Pennsylvania your new home.

12 Reasons Why You Should Never Ever Consider Moving to Pennsylvania

Barcode scams are back in the news – this time pretending to be from a utility company. The playbook the scammers are using usually begins with an urgent call from what sounds like your utility company, frequently asking targets if they forgot to pay their bill. “There’s a way...

If you get a barcode from your utility company, don’t scan it

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

7-Eleven has announced a major expansion of its 7FLEET Diesel Network. The 7FLEET Diesel Network is a collection of 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores meeting the needs of professional truck drivers in 26 states. The 7FLEET network was established in 2022 with 240 Speedway commercial diesel locations. Since then, 7-Eleven...

7-Eleven Targets 500 Locations for Its 7FLEET Diesel Network

Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

Grocery Outlet on Thursday released its second annual Impact Report, which focuses on the value it provides to its shoppers and the benefits it brings to its communities and to its independent operators (IOs). “We firmly believe that our success is intertwined with the well-being of our IOs, employees, communities,...

Grocery Outlet estimates saving customers $2.8B in 2023

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Education meets sustainability at newly designed Doylestown Borough store

Shopping at Sustain by Lotus 8 is not only supporting a local small business, it’s supporting...

Education meets sustainability at newly designed Doylestown Borough store

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