Woodworking named the trade hardest hit by skill shortage, says recent survey

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“The shortage isn't a story about too few workers. It's a story about too few skilled ones.”

Seems like an opportunity missed.

The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

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“Laugh, cry, shout, or look the other way.”

The cartoons are posted as comments so it's easier for people to discuss each one.  I tried this format a while back and it seemed to work okay. 

Trump keeps finding a way to implement his tariff policy

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“The administration timed a new set of tariffs on all of its largest trading partners to take effect at the same time the old, global tariff ended.”

Yes, these are technically new tariffs issued under different authority.  But they are intended to replace expiring tariffs.

Trump shifts his tone on Jimmy Carter while grappling with Iran, inflation and his own legacy

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“Donald Trump has shifted his tone on former President Jimmy Carter, whom he once sharply criticized.”

Jimmy Carter actually earned a Nobel Prize.

Disco at 50: Stayin’ Alive — and Still Influential

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“Revisit the era’s flamboyant fashions, irresistible beats and legendary hitmakers — and see how the genre lives on today”

AI Companies Are Still Buying Up Old Books by the Pallet – Then Shredding Them

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“AI companies are systematically buying physical books from secondhand markets, slicing off their spines for high-speed scanning, and pulping the...”

Typical high-tech solution:  pursue profits without scrupples.

At-Home Pilates Exercises for Older Adults

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“Pilates can strengthen your core and improve balance. Try these 10 easy pilates exercises you can do at home, no studio membership needed.”

25 Great Ways to Use Vinegar Around Your Home

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“From the bathroom to the backyard, check out these easy-to-use tips for getting the most out of this inexpensive and versatile liquid.”

5 ‘Bad’ Carbs That Can Actually Benefit Your Brain, Say Nutrition Experts

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“They’re often criticized, but these foods can support memory, mood, and long-term cognitive health.”

The Vintage Design Styles We Once Hated—but Are Now Bringing Back

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“The biggest comeback trends in interiors are full of personality, pattern, and charm. See five nostalgic design ideas to try at home.”