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Sophie Lloyd
I'm a writer with a passion for pop culture, trending news and lifestyle journalism. As a Life and Trends Reporter at Newsweek, I spend my days writing about the weird …
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BEN BELLENIE
Hey! My name's Ben Bellenie (buh·lee·nee, like the drink!), welcome to my portfolio :) As a fan, I do things for the fans. I am a creative, strategic and results-driven …
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5 Best Side Hustles of April 2024
If you’re looking to increase your income, starting a side hustle could be a game changer. With a side hustle, you create an additional source of revenue outside of your regular job and become your own boss in the process. With historic rates of inflation in recent years, many households …
G DATA Antivirus Review 2024
Our G DATA Antivirus review provides an in-depth look at the veteran antivirus software, which has a commanding global presence. G DATA Antivirus is undeniably powerful according to a reputable independent testing lab. AV-Test reported that the software scores a perfect 6 out of 6 in security and 6 out …
How To Start An Online Store In 2024: Steps To Building An E-Commerce Shop From Scratch
Launching a successful online store often has low upfront costs, but requires time and energy to build it into a sustainable and profitable business. For most people, the biggest priority is determining which products to sell and the business model you’ll follow. Whether you choose to sell wholesale or handmade …
Gabe Whisnant
Gabe Whisnant is Deputy Weekend Editor at Newsweek based in South Carolina. Prior to joining Newsweek in 2023, he directed daily publications in North and South Carolina. As an executive editor, Gabe led award-winning coverage of Charleston church shooter Dylan Roof's capture in 2015, along with coverage of the Alex …
Four Trends Poised to Shape Your Business in 2024
If there's a word to aptly describe 2023: acceleration. Technology, hype cycles, climate change — they all seem to be gathering speed as we head into 2024. AI moved from the margins to a can't-live-without, mainstream technology in a flash. A tropical depression in Mexico unexpectedly escalated into a Category …
BMW joins Mercedes, Tesla to make in-car gaming a reality
Mercedes made news offering the casual Angry Birds smartphone game on its infotainment screen in 2023. Now at CES the luxury brand also announced a collaboration with retro games streaming service Antstream Arcade, which will integrate cloud gaming into the car.
I wish mom had Ozempic. She would have loved me
"I'm from hearty German people," my morbidly obese mother used to say. "If the mule was sick, my ancestors would strap the yoke to their own backs to plow the field." At first, I accepted my mother's heritage as the reason for her size, but as I grew older, I …
Best Mass Texting Services of 2024
Businesses can find great value in utilizing mass short message services (SMS), a mobile marketing tool that enables companies to cut the marketing fluff and directly communicate with consumers to market their products and services. With this software, companies can bulk deliver personalized brand messages to thousands of consumers at …
Calls for Ceasefire Are an Antisemitic Demand—Jews Must Accept Our Genocide
When dozens of protestors halted traffic on a major Los Angeles highway this week, it was the latest in a string of major public calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. The demonstration, led by the notorious anti-Israel group IfNotNow, followed a vote for a ceasefire between Israel and …
Who is Taylor Tomlinson? Comedian hosting "After Midnight" late-night show
Comedian Taylor Tomlinson has been revealed as the host to front CBS' new late-night show After Midnight. The news broke Wednesday evening during The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, who has signed on as an executive producer for the new show. After Midnight is set to launch in early 2024, …
My aunt dated Elvis—they were inseparable
"Elvis just died! Elvis is dead!" my friend Robin's mother screamed out the back door as we played on the swing set in her yard. I was 10 years old and knew it was time to go home. My mother was quiet when I told her the news—she'd been ironing …
Americans deeply dissatisfied with government and both parties: study
Public trust in the federal government has reached an historic low, and most Americans say they're deeply unhappy with both major political parties and their choices in 2024 presidential candidates, according to a new report by the Pew Research Center. "People are frustrated with politics, because it does feel like …
Interview: Joe Biden claims a victory on Southern border crossings
The number of people crossing the Southwest land border into the United States dropped in June, despite fears that the end of Title 42 would lead to a growing influx of migrants, according to the latest data by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Border Patrol. CBP reported …
ARTICLE - The Gig Economy Takeover: How to Harness its Power
Thought-leadership article I ghostwrote for Global Expansion. Step into the gig economy world, where businesses seize fresh opportunities and conquer challenges in the ever-changing global work landscape.
ARTICLE - The Verdict Is In: EOR Can Redefine Client Support for Global Legal Firms
Newsweek article I ghostwrote for Global Expansion. Law firms must adapt to survive in a rapidly changing legal landscape driven by technology and competition. The rising expectations of clients and evolving markets are pushing firms to explore or continue international expansion. However, this expansion also brings risks and added challenges.