Posts by Amelia Frost
The Rise of Micro-Entrepreneurs: How Direct Selling Is Reshaping the Future of Work
When discussing the future of work, we’ve been asking the wrong question. It’s not “What jobs will exist?” but “Who will create them?” Across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Sub-Saharan Africa, a new generation of micro-entrepreneurs is building small, independent businesses powered by mobile technology, social networks, AI, and digital platforms. This movement is redefining…
Read MoreTrump Claims Republican Party is ‘More United Than Ever’ While Also Calling Them ‘Lowlifes’
US President Donald Trump has proclaimed the Republican Party is ‘more united than ever’, despite ongoing internal conflicts over leadership, tariffs, and legislative priorities. In a post on Truth Social, Trump insisted the GOP has ‘never been so UNITED AS IT IS RIGHT NOW!’ He hailed the party’s growth and achievements, especially putting a highlight…
Read MoreU.S. Forces Stationed Near Venezuela Restrict Leave In Preparation For Potential Strikes, Journalist Claims
The U.S. Southern Command (Southcom) is restricting leave over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays in preparation for potential land strikes in the coming days, according to a NewsNation journalist. Kellie Meyer cited a source who noted that the possible land strikes could take place “in the next 10 days to two weeks.” 🚨 SOUTHCOM is…
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Read MoreJamaican Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Dies Aged 81 After Seizure and Pneumonia
Jimmy Cliff, the Jamaican singer, actor and pioneering reggae ambassador who carried the sound of Jamaica onto the world stage, has died aged 81. His wife, Latifa Chambers, confirmed that he passed away after suffering a seizure followed by pneumonia. In her emotional announcement, she wrote the heartbreaking words: ‘Jimmy, my darling, may you rest…
Read MoreOutrage as Pizza Chain Forces Customer to Choose 15, 20 or 35 Percent Tip
A pizza chain customer’s frustration over being unable to opt out of tipping has reignited fierce debate about America’s increasingly aggressive tipping culture, with critics arguing that digital payment systems are eliminating consumer choice and forcing gratuities even when service doesn’t warrant one. The incident, shared on Reddit’s r/EndTipping forum in November, showed a payment…
Read MoreNBA Trade Rumors: Are Lakers Monitoring Andrew Wiggins’ Availability?
The Los Angeles Lakers have done enough to truly prove themselves this season, but the front office isn’t exactly slowing down. In true championship-or-bust fashion, LA continues its pursuit of reinforcements. Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins has emerged as their most intriguing target. According to a reputable NBA insider, the Lakers see Wiggins as a…
Read MoreUS, Ukraine Push Forward On Revised Peace Deal Amid Trump Tensions
The United States and Ukraine said they made meaningful progress on a revised peace framework aimed at ending Russia’s war following intensive talks in Geneva on Sunday, marking what negotiators described as one of the most productive sessions since the process began. In a joint statement released after the meeting, both sides said they had…
Read MoreOPINION: Why blanket upzoning won’t deliver affordability Calgary needs
Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Columnists Published Nov 23, 2025 • Last updated 1 hour ago • 4 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. A City of Calgary redevelopment sign is shown by a boarded-up single-family home in this December 2024 photo. Photo by…
Read MoreHailey Bieber’s Leopard Print Bag Solves This Winter’s Biggest Styling Conundrum
Long gone are the days I’d stuff skinny jeans into a pair of riding boots and throw on a chunky sweater, so my first instinct was to immediately panic buy this chic Zara skort and bomber jacket to create an all-brown version of my typical uniform. Unfortunately, the cost-per-wear of these items will be pretty…
Read MoreYour Weekly Horoscope: November 23 to 29, 2025
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Your weekly horoscope is here. Sagittarius season is here with its MO of generosity, expansion, and completely overdoing it. Bigger is always better with this optimistic sign. As it’s associated with economic bubbles, there’s no surprise it presides over Black Friday sales, preholiday shopping sprees, and of course, raucous parties. Scoop up well-priced bargains while…
Read MoreThe Coolest Casual Winter Boots Are Red-Carpet Approved by Natalie Portman
Yes, Natalie Portman has dared to wear biker boots on the red carpet. It’s only taken a couple of seasons for this design to go from a fleeting trend to a classic. Like flat versions (specifically, all those models that would also work for an equestrian tournament) or kitten heels (with their moderate heel), biker…
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