Yoga is far more than a passing fitness trend—it’s a global movement and a multibillion-dollar industry practiced by millions. From striking images of people performing flexible poses to celebrities praising its benefits, yoga has drawn widespread interest. Below are key facts about yoga and its economic and cultural impact that may surprise you. 1. Yoga … Read more

Since the 1920s, when Southern settlers brought their “hillbilly” music to urban audiences, country music has grown into one of the United States’ most enduring and popular genres. Today there are more country radio stations than Top 40/Pop, Classic Rock, Adult Contemporary and Hip Hop combined. Country music’s appeal is broad: from the outlaw grit … Read more

Since the 1920s, when Southern settlers brought their “hillbilly” music into American cities, country music has grown into one of the United States’ most enduring and beloved genres. Today, country radio outnumbers stations dedicated to Top 40/pop, classic rock, adult contemporary and hip hop combined. Country music’s appeal is broad: there’s something for everyone, from … Read more

“Sleep is for the weak,” said no doctor ever. In fact, the opposite is true: if you want to be fit, healthy and resilient—both emotionally and physically—you need sufficient sleep. The National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to nine hours of sleep per night for adults aged 26 to 64. Yet more than a third of … Read more

“Sleep is for the weak,” said no doctor ever. In fact, the opposite is true: to be fit, healthy and resilient—both emotionally and physically—you need sufficient sleep. The National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to nine hours of sleep per night for adults aged 26 to 64. Yet more than a third of American adults do … Read more

Dolly Parton is a singer, songwriter, record producer, author, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist who has excelled across every role. Beginning her career as a songwriter in Nashville, she estimates she has written more than 3,000 songs. Known by nicknames such as the Smoky Mountain Songbird, the Queen of Country, Backwoods Barbie and the Leading Lady … Read more

Dolly Parton is a celebrated singer, songwriter, record producer, author, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist known for both her enormous talent and warm personality. She began her career as a songwriter in Nashville and estimates she has written more than 3,000 songs over a career spanning decades. Often called the Smoky Mountain Songbird, the Queen of … Read more

At this time last year, the movie theater experience seemed destined to fade like the VCR. Streaming services, rising ticket prices, and shifting viewing habits had many predicting the end of the multiplex era. Then blockbuster after blockbuster arrived. Superhero cinema surged with the historic success of Black Panther; Rami Malek transformed into Freddie Mercury … Read more

At this time last year, it seemed the movie theater experience might be headed toward extinction like the VCR. With streaming services on the rise and ticket prices climbing, fewer people were going out to the multiplex. Then a wave of blockbuster hits changed the outlook. Superhero films reached new heights with the historic and … Read more

Americans often miss out on the full tax advantages of maximizing 401(k) contributions or start saving for retirement too late. As a result, many approaching retirement see balances of $500,000 or less and worry about working well beyond traditional retirement age. For many, relocating and traveling can be a practical solution: there are numerous global … Read more