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Mount Fuji and Tokyo skyline It’s an odd feeling to visit a place you’ve always wanted to visit for the first time. For me, that place was Japan; a place that had been calling my name for years and was on my bucket list. I knew this trip would be unforgettable, but I never imagined it would so profoundly change my perspective on luxury, hospitality, and the good life. Stepping into Japan, I felt like I had entered a world crafted with meticulous attention to detail and precision. From the meticulously maintained roads (hint: there are no trash cans -…

AMELIA ISLAND — Whatever the topic, there was something to learn: the uncharted territory of artificial intelligence, Florida’s role in the upcoming election, Tallahassee’s new healthcare boom, the inside story of what companies look for when choosing a city to relocate to.The Saturday afternoon workshop at the Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce conference drew a large crowd of attendees who showed up eager to hear what they didn’t already know.The message of increasing employment was repeated in nearly every workshop conversation, with many saying that change will happen, whether it happens slowly or at lightning speed.How does Tallahassee prepare its sites…

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has shown off a variety of passing styles during his NFL career, including no-look passes, jump passes and even throwing left-handed.On Saturday, during the Chiefs’ preseason game against the Detroit Lions, Mahomes tried out a new move: the behind-the-back pass.After rolling to his right, Mahomes attempted a trick pass to Travis Kelce under pressure from Lions defensive lineman Josh Paschall, who gained eight yards and a first down on the play, leaving the Chiefs with a field goal.Mahomes threw “meanly.”Mahomes, speaking with CBS Sports after leaving the game, said Kelce was supposed to run…

When my dad died of cancer in October 2018 in our small town of Loma Linda, California, we received a huge ICU bill in his name, exactly one week after he passed away. He had been in the ICU for 13 days after battling colon cancer for nearly two years.As our family was still navigating the costly process of repatriating my father’s body to his native Malawi, the bill seemed surreal. The pile of bills felt so real, like Monopoly money. My mother and I sat together at the dinner table chuckling in horror and awe at the absurdity of…

While most of the company’s attention is focused on commercial aircraft, its defense business is also worthy of attention. Boeing’s (BA 2.03%) most important business is Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) and will likely remain that way for the time being. But in an election year, investors will understand the concept of variables. In Boeing’s case, its defense division, Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), is crucial. Here’s why. BDS should generate big cash To fully understand the significance of BDS, it is essential to look back at the company’s November 2022 investor presentation, where management set a target of $10…

DALLAS — Target and youth mentoring organization Big Brothers Big Sisters teamed up for a back-to-school shopping event in South Dallas Saturday morning. Students gathered at the Target on LBJ Freeway for the opportunity to get all the resources they need to have a successful school year ahead. “Students come to class showing off their style and feeling proud of themselves, and we’re grateful to Target for helping them feel like they can be their true selves,” said Jenny Harper with Big Brothers Big Sisters. The organization’s mentors were given $100 gift cards from Target to buy school supplies and…

Crocs are the ultimate in comfortable, funky footwear, and they’re currently 30% off at Walmart. Many popular styles are on sale in vibrant colors and patterns, including the trendy Baya Midsummer Platform Clog (down from $79.99 to $29.99). Here are some of our favorite picks. Read on or shop now at Walmart.The unisex Baya Clog is now $34.99, down from $49.99. Available in go-with-anything army green, black, white, violet, chai, and lots of other great colors, this clog is a twist on Crocs’ classic design, with increased breathability to keep your feet cool and comfortable. Designed for comfort, it’s water-resistant,…

Huntington business owners are advocating for new road safety measures, which they say are a matter of protecting their employees and customers. Part of Brian Corcoran’s Huntington store on West Hills Road is covered in Tyvek wrap. Corcoran said a car crashed through the front of the building earlier this month. Corcoran said it’s been a problem for years. “This is the fourth time,” said Corcoran, co-owner of Marble and Monuments in Huntington. Other business owners in the area have expressed the same concerns, saying it’s impossible to turn onto West Hills Road from side streets because it’s hard to…

WEST ASHLEY, S.C. (WCSC) – A West Ashley church is hosting its first ever Health and Wellness Fair this Saturday.More than 50 area residents attended the Charleston First Assembly of God Church and its Salt Ministry.Charleston First Assembly of God Church focuses on physical, mental, spiritual and financial wellness.Event coordinator Rose Marie Lawyer said she and her team felt a calling to put on the event.”People are suffering and in need, and a group of tradesmen come and explain things so they know how to take care of themselves, their health and their finances,” Lawyer said.She said she wanted to…

NEW YORK — Jake Berger has never been one to shy away from making his impact known. Over the past month and a half, the 28-year-old has made his presence felt with the bat in Miami, smashing a major league-leading 17 home runs since July 2, outselling such standouts as Juan Soto and Anthony Santander. But while MLB’s Players Weekend gives the league’s stars a chance to express themselves and honor the causes and loved ones that drive their journeys, Berger is using his bat to send a different kind of message. Berger will be using two custom bats made…