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2025-10-29T06:01:00

(BPT) – Content creators that stand out from the crowd attract and engage followers at first glance — with striking, high-quality visuals. If you want to boost your storytelling with images that stop the scroll, relying on your phone’s camera might not cut it. Instead, take a page from the pros by using cameras and lenses specifically designed to meet your needs.

Whether you’re a rugged, outdoorsy vlogger, a top fashionista or any other kind of creator, Canon has you covered.

“You won’t believe the difference really great photos make for eye-catching content,” said Mason Olds, executive vice president, Business Partner Group President, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “And we’re happy the content creator community is discovering how Canon’s line of products can enhance their stories. No matter what kind of content you make, we can help you meet your needs — and speak to the audience you want to reach through your unique images.”

What kind of content creator are you? Find your niche and the right camera kits to help you achieve your goals.

1. Vanlife Vlogger: Epic shots on the open road

Looking for tools to help you capture the journey just as you’re experiencing it? You’ll want to check out the Canon EOS R6 Mark II kit, a weather-resistant, vari-angle LCD and electronic viewfinder (EVF) great for any-light shooting. It’s ideal for rugged adventures and stunning visuals.

Lenses and accessories: To convey sweeping landscapes in crisp detail, you’ll want a wide lens like the RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM, while the RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM is a standard lens that’s versatile for capturing vlogs or campfire scenes. Need a compact zoom for distant subjects? The RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM telephoto lens will do the trick.

Why it’s fire: Image-stabilized 4K video with this camera and L-series lenses make every bumpy road look cinematic.

2. Social media chef: Mouthwatering visuals

Whip up drool-worthy content in the kitchen with the Canon EOS R5 Mark II kit, designed for vibrant colors and livestream flair. Its 45 MP sensor captures rich food textures and colors to make your content look good enough to eat.

Lenses and accessories: The RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM wide lens is amazing for bright overhead kitchen shots, and the RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM standard lens is flexible for vlogs and medium shots. Need to nab close-ups of garnishes and tweezer-worthy plating? The RF100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM macro lens will hit the spot.

Why it’s fire: High-res detail and bright f/2.8 lenses capture every sizzle, leveling up your streams.

3. GRWM (Get Ready With Me): Flawless makeup and fashion

You’ll slay all your makeup tutorials and outfit transitions with the help of the compact Canon PowerShot V1 kit, outstanding for beauty creators due to its 1.4-inch Type sensor with skin-smoothing effects for pro-quality video.

Accessory: The HG-100TBR Tripod Grip with BR-E1 Remote will make your hands-free filming easier than ever.

Why it’s fire: Scene Intelligent Auto mode and fast autofocus deliver stunning indoor results — without the gear hassle.

4. Action junkie: Heart-pounding stunts

Looking for the right camera to catch every thrill? The Canon EOS R6 Mark II kit is built for speed and durability, with high-speed bursts and 4K 120fps for epic slow-mo takes.

Lenses and accessories: The RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM wide lens lets you capture dynamic wide shots, while the versatile RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM standard lens is great for action vlogs. And the RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM telephoto lens will stay sharp even for far-off shots. Need greater flexibility for your action lighting setups? You’ll want the Speedlite EL-5 and Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 for compact, weather-resistant lighting.

Why it’s fire: The tough build of the camera and bright f/2.8 lenses keep stunts vibrant in virtually any condition.

5. Aesthetic home cleaning: Sparkling spaces

Show off stunningly spotless vibes with the lightweight Canon EOS R50 kit, which is compact and offers beginner-friendly controls for crisp content — making it great for effortless vlogging.

Lenses and accessories: You can artfully capture full rooms in tight spaces with the RF-S10-18mm wide lens, then use the RF-S18-150mm standard lens for vlogs and details. Need a tripod that’s easy to use both for handheld or hands-free? Check out the HG-100TBR Tripod Grip with BR-E1 Remote.

Why it’s fire: The lightweight camera and wide-angle lenses make filming bright, sharp indoor content a breeze.

Ready to level up your content? Check out these and other options for all your creative storytelling at USA.Canon.com.

2025-10-28T11:31:00

(BPT) – Have you noticed that your family’s grocery bill has gone up? You’re not alone. According to a recent Save A Lot survey, 79% of respondents say their average grocery costs have increased, compared to just three months ago.

With the rising price of groceries, it can be difficult to feed your kids quality food on a budget. However, there are plenty of options that offer flavor and value. Check out these 10 must-have lunch items that kids will enjoy at a price parents will love.

1. Trail mix

Trail mix is a convenient and versatile food that’s perfect for a lunchtime treat or as a post-practice or after-workout snack. Choose a product like Nutsome Mountain Trail Mix that combines the salty taste of peanuts, almonds and cashews with sweet raisins and chocolate.

Pro tip: Portion trail mix into reusable containers or sandwich bags for an easy grab-and-go snack.

2. Chips

Chips are a classic lunch staple and snack for a reason. The salty taste, satisfying crunch and portability make chips a favorite for kids and parents. Pick up a couple of bags of J. Higgs Kettle Cooked Chips for thick chips that are great on their own or as a sandwich topping for added saltiness and texture.

3. Deli meat

Deli meats are a tasty sandwich staple, but that’s not their only use. Try rolling Farmington Select Deli Meat Ultra Thin Lower Sodium Oven Roasted Turkey with cream cheese to create pinwheels or simply cut them up as part of a casual charcuterie board for lunch or as an after-school snack.

4. String cheese

String cheese is a fun snack for kids, old and young. This handheld snack is great for eating between classes or meetings. Choose a product like Coburn Farms String Cheese, which is made with milk that’s 100% free from artificial growth hormones.

5. Fruit snacks

Fruit snacks are a sweet way to satisfy hunger. In addition to adding these fruit-flavored snacks to your kids’ lunch boxes, consider keeping a few bags of Tipton Grove Fruit Snacks in the car. They’re made with real fruit and are free of fat and preservatives, so you can keep hunger at bay when running errands or on the car ride back from school.

6. Applesauce

Whether you eat it on its own as a snack, as a side dish for lunch or as an accompaniment to pork chops for dinner, applesauce always satisfies. Opt for a product like Fairhill Farms Unsweetened Applesauce that leans in to apples’ natural sweetness for a light, no-added-sugar snack that’s perfect any time of day.

7. Crackers

Crackers are simple, shelf-stable and easily pair with other great snacks like cheese and deli meats. Pick up a couple of boxes of Newbury Mills Golden Rounds Crackers. Not only are they great for an individual snack, but you can add them to a snack board when hosting your child’s group study sessions.

8. Peanut and honey spread

Level up a regular peanut butter and jelly sandwich with a spread like Nutsome Creamy Honey Roasted Peanut & Honey Spread. The salty and sweet combination of nuts and honey pairs well with any jelly flavor.

Pro tip: Pack a small container of peanut and honey spread so kids can dip an apple slice or celery.

9. Tacos

Want a meal that pulls double duty? Pick up a Señora Verde Taco Kit for Monday night dinner and pack leftovers for a delicious Taco Tuesday lunch. This easy meal kit comes with 12 shells, sauce and seasoning, so all you have to do is pick your taco filling.

10. Lasagna

Another meal that you can make for dinner and eat for lunch the next day is lasagna. Choose a frozen meal like Mantia’s Signature Lasagna with Meat Sauce for a tasty meal that’s simple to heat up when you’ve come home from a long day at the office or sports practice during the week.

This fall, don’t stress about feeding your family on a budget. Pick up these and other affordable, high-quality foods at your local Save A Lot. To find your nearest store, visit https://savealot.com/coupons/*?showStoreLocator=true.

2025-10-28T15:31:00

(BPT) – With access to more news and social media than generations past, Gen Z parents are faced with more options than ever before when it comes to raising their own kids. In fact, a new Kiddie Academy survey of 2,000 parents of children ages 0-6 found that more than four in five parents polled (85%) agree that there’s no “one size fits all” approach when it comes to parenting, as they blend an average of three different parenting styles.

According to The Bump, parenting priorities likely reflect the environments each generation grew up in. For example, millennials who came of age in the ’90s have seen a growing cultural focus on mental health, while Gen Zers, who came of age during a challenging post-COVID job market, see the need to be “practical, resilient and future-ready.”

Here are three ways Gen Zers parent differently from their parents:

Tough love trumps warm-and-fuzzy

Gen Z parents prioritize preparing their child for the real world (54%). And when asked how similar or different their parenting styles were to how they were raised, 40% of those surveyed said their approach was “somewhat” to “very different” from their parents. This paradigm shift in parenting reflects the real-world focus of Gen Zers compared to previous generations, notably their own parents. It’s more “actions have consequences” than “trophies for everyone.” There’s an intentional focus on preparing children for life’s inevitable disappointments instead of sheltering them. Survey findings also revealed these younger parents follow their own intuition (47%) slightly more than they follow their parents’ advice (46%).

Gen Z parents face generational trauma head on

Despite Gen Z being the first generation raised with “gentle parenting” in mind, only 32% employ this approach as parents themselves, instead leaning more towards “cycle-breaking parenting” (41%) which focuses on healing generational trauma by actively identifying and addressing negative family patterns. Not only does this parenting style require self-awareness and empathy, it takes courage to face unresolved issues and uncomfortable emotions.

Gen Zers parent each child uniquely

The majority of Gen Z parents are choosing parenting styles based on what their individual child needs — rather than trying to make their preferred style work regardless of their child’s personality. And they’re tailoring their parenting style to suit the circumstances as well as the child. What’s more, 84% of parents surveyed say their styles have evolved as their children have gotten older.

Perhaps because they’re having fewer children than previous generations and delaying having children due to the desire to achieve financial stability first, Gen Zers plan to be less traditional about raising children. They have a strong desire to make the world a better place and model this outlook for their children. Consequently, Gen Z parents are using a mix of styles focused on prioritizing real-world consequences, healing generational trauma and treating each child as a unique individual. And they’re flexing flexibility by being willing to change their approach as their children grow.

“What’s true across generations is that parents are learning to parent as they go,” said Joy Turner, vice president of education at Kiddie Academy. “Creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported and loved is ultimately the most important thing we can do for our little ones.”

2025-10-28T06:01:00

(BPT) – Millions are in the throes of navigating the endless holiday gifting gauntlet. Trying to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list is stressful. And expensive. What do you get your picky teenager? Your kid’s teachers? Your coworker you barely know?

Here’s the ultimate holiday hack: the perfect holiday gift is giving recipients the freedom to choose for themselves. Skip the stress, delight the people you’re buying for and protect your budget with everyone’s favorite present — gift cards.

Gift cards have been the most requested present for nearly 20 years. And for good reason. They’re versatile, thoughtful and empower the people on your holiday shopping list to get exactly what they want.

There’s always a perfect fit

Imagine giving a gift that’s always a hit, never needs to be returned and puts a smile on everyone’s face. That’s the magic of a gift card.

No more worrying if your aunt likes the color sweater you gave her or if your brother has already read the book you picked. They get to choose precisely what they truly want, eliminating the hassle of returns for both of you.

One of the best parts about gift cards is that people can use them however they like. They can splurge on something they’ve been eyeing for a while, save them for a bigger purchase down the road, or even tuck them away for a rainy day. It’s like giving “free money” to use when they want or need.

Personalizing a gift card is easier than you think

Gift cards give you endless ways to make your gift feel personal. Choose brands they love, deliver it however you want (in-person, in a text, through an email or in fancy greeting card), pick the perfect amount and even pair it with a little something extra.

Need a gift for your BFF across the country? Send an animated digital gift card that will arrive instantly and make them laugh. Don’t want to worry about carrying wrapped gifts as you travel out of state to visit family? Gift cards are light and easy to pack.

Some tips to make it personal:

• If you’re not sure of their favorite brand, go for a themed card they can redeem at more than one brand for plenty of options.
• Match the holiday vibe by choosing festive, holiday-themed gift cards.
• Add some flair with fun packaging, like a decorative box or miniature stocking.
• Include a few heartfelt words for the recipient.
• Pair gift cards with another small gift, like a coffee shop gift card with a cute mug or a card to the movies with a bag of gourmet popcorn.
• Don’t overlook experience-based gift cards for people who are less into stuff and more into concerts, spas or dining out.

Gift cards protect your budget

Gift cards aren’t just for giving to others. They’re also a smart budgeting tool for you.

When you’re buying a gift card, you can set your own limits by choosing the exact value on the card to avoid overspending. And the person you’re gifting? They can use it right away, put it toward something they’ve been eyeing or save it for whenever.

You can double down on saving by using gift cards to pay for items that are already on sale or discounted, which helps avoid credit card debt or debit overdraw fees. Many stores offer special gift card promotions where, in addition to buying the perfect gift for someone else, you get rewarded with a gift card to use later on yourself.

Gift cards are there when you need them

Life is busy and convenience is key, especially around the holidays. Gift cards fit right into your lifestyle, making them incredibly easy to buy and use. They’re also available to you anytime, anywhere.

Grab a few gift cards while you’re grocery shopping and avoid extra trips to different retailers. Buy them online while you’re cozied up on the couch binge-watching holiday movies. Scoop them up from a retailer’s app while on the train headed to work.

Gift cards stay convenient from purchase to use and everyone can store them their own way. For example, your dad may want to keep a physical card in his wallet while your techie colleague may want to add a card to their digital wallet. Doesn’t matter their preference — in the end, the choice is all theirs.

Gift cards spread joy

Take the stress out of gifting and give the gift of joy. Gift cards are the thoughtful, flexible, budget-friendly choice that everyone on your list (including you) will appreciate. Happy shopping!

2025-10-27T07:01:01

(BPT) – Sponsored by Merck

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive system. It affects about 10 million people around the world.^[1],[2] The two main types of IBD are ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD).

Do you or someone you love have moderate to severe UC or CD? You may want to learn about one of two clinical trials. In these clinical trials, researchers are evaluating an investigational medicine to see if it is safe and effective for people with moderate to severe UC or CD.

“Clinical trials help researchers learn how our bodies respond to medicines and other treatments,” said Dr. Richa Shukla, Associate Professor of Medicine-Gastroenterology at Baylor College of Medicine. “Clinical trials, including those for UC and CD, test whether investigational treatments or new uses for existing treatments are safe and work well.”^[3]

ATLAS-UC: Clinical trial for people living with moderate to severe active UC

More than 5 million people around the world have UC.^[4] It is a type of IBD where the immune system attacks the large intestine and rectum, causing sores and inflammation.^[5]

How to qualify

You may qualify for this study if you:

• Are between 16 and 80 years old
• Have had active, moderate to severe UC for at least 3 months
• Have taken other medications that either did not help your UC, or caused side effects you could not tolerate
• Do not have CD or any other type of IBD

ARES-CD: Clinical trial for people living with moderate to severe active CD

CD affects millions of people around the world and is becoming more common.^[6] It causes inflammation that can happen anywhere in the digestive system, from the mouth to the anus.

How to qualify

You may qualify for this study if you:

• Are between 16 and 80 years old
• Have had active, moderate to severe CD for at least 3 months
• Have taken other medications that either did not help your CD, or caused side effects you could not tolerate
• Do not have UC or any other type of IBD

“Diseases can impact people differently based on their age, gender, weight, race, ethnicity, and other factors,” said LaShanda Gordon, Clinical Trial Diversity Program Lead at Merck. “Therefore, it’s important for clinical trials to include people from a wide variety of backgrounds.”^[3]

Please note that people may or may not directly benefit from being in a clinical trial. Being in a clinical trial is voluntary, and you are free to leave at any time for any reason. Your personal information will stay private throughout the clinical trial. The study doctor can answer any questions you may have, including those related to potential risks and benefits of participation.

Talk to your doctor to learn more and find out if you may qualify for one of these clinical trials. For more information, visit Merck IBD Studies.

Copyright © 2025 Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, and its affiliates. All rights reserved.

[1] Li Y, Wang Y, Sun Q, et al. Inhibiting the activation of enteric glial cells alleviates intestinal inflammation and comorbid anxiety- and depressive-like behaviors in the ulcerative colitis mice. Neurochem Int. 2024 Sep:178:105789. doi: 10.1016/j.neuint.2024.105789. Epub 2024 Jun 7.

[2] Pathiyil MM, Jena A, Raju AKV, et al. Representation and reporting of diverse groups in randomised controlled trials of pharmacological agents in inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review. Lancet Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2023 Dec;8(12):1143-1151. doi: 10.1016/S2468-1253(23)00193-0. Epub 2023 Oct 10.

[3] Merck. Let’s Talk Trials. https://www.merckclinicaltrials.com/Lets-Talk-Trials/. Accessed September 16, 2025.

[4] Le Berre C, Honap S, Peyrin-Biroulet L. Ulcerative colitis. Lancet. 2023 Aug 12;402(10401):571-584. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(23)00966-2.

[5] National Institutes of Health: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Ulcerative Colitis Definition and Facts. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/ulcerative-colitis. Accessed June 20, 2025.

[6] Alatab, Sudabeh et al. The global, regional, and national burden of inflammatory bowel disease in 195 countries and territories, 1990–2017: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017. The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Volume 5, Issue 1, 17–30. https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langas/article/PIIS2468-1253(19)30333-4/fulltext. Accessed June 20, 2025.

2025-10-27T07:01:01

(BPT) – Love sharing the thrill of the gridiron with fellow football fans in the comfort of your own home? Take your homegating game over the top by creating an epic atmosphere, before your friends even get out of their cars.

These tips will help you score big with your next watch party, from the experts at Govee, a proud partner of the Miami Dolphins.

1. Set the scene brilliantly

Nobody will have trouble finding your house in time for kickoff when you illuminate your home’s exterior with home team colors. Thanks to the latest smart features, you can easily control and customize your lighting with the Govee Home App, or use voice command as Govee smart lights work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and are compatible with Matter for even broader smart home connectivity.

Showcase your team’s colors with the Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Prism, featuring 100 feet of 36 triple-color lighting heads and over 100 scene mode options. Built with custom LEDs, proprietary chipsets, and the LuminBlend™ color management system, it delivers more than 16 million vibrant colors and seamless gradients, turning any home exterior into a personalized canvas for holidays and celebrations. Say goodbye to dull, monotone lighting and embrace a dynamic palette that proudly displays your team spirit. Designed for all-weather performance, these lights remain reliable through heavy rain and extreme temperatures ranging from -22°F to 140°F. It offers an immersive, intelligent lighting experience all year round. Prism offers smart control via Alexa, Google Home and Matter compatibility.

Other options available for decorating your home with lights include Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro, equipped with 100 feet of 60 RGBIC (Red, Green, Blue and Independent Control) LED lights, with a choice of 75 scene modes, or Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2, which offer 50 feet of RGBIC outdoor lights with 36 LED lights for 100 scene modes.

Add a colorful welcome to your yard for an exciting football weekend with Govee RGBIC Outdoor Neon Rope Light along your patio, porch, deck or walkways. Measuring a whopping 32.8 feet, these patio decorations readily bend to fit any desired pattern. These rope lights can even detect music and audio to match the lighting effects in real time to enhance the game-time atmosphere.

Make a visual statement celebrating your home team using Govee Net Lights, with 64 modes to light up your yard. You can even upload pictures and GIFs for instant animated decoration. Thanks to new AI-generated lighting using the Govee AI Lighting Bot or uploading images, you can embrace a world of infinite creativity to celebrate your favorite team and players. Simply lay the mesh net light onto any bush, shrubbery or other place in your yard, use the cable ties to fasten it down and plug in the cable for instant outdoor ambience!

With these options, you can personalize your ambiance easily with a single command to suit any occasion, including the biggest game of the season.

2. Brighten your outdoor watch party

Love watching the game on your deck or patio? Create a festive party atmosphere with Govee Outdoor S14 Bulb String Lights 2, providing 48 feet of Smart RGBIC lights that let you effortlessly fill your patio with vivid team colors. Best yet, you’ll enjoy hassle-free installation without needing pro tools or complex steps.

Help friends navigate your yard as evening falls with Govee Outdoor Pathway Lights 2. These IP66-rated waterproof patio lights offer over 60 scene modes and 8 music modes. You can independently control colors and brightness in upper and lower sections, perfectly blending vibrant party modes with functional white light to create the perfect outdoor watch party ambience, well after the sun goes down.

You can also amp up the fun during your outdoor watch party with Govee Outdoor Garden Lights, sporting a nature-inspired design resembling trees to integrate harmoniously into any garden decor — and millions of color combinations to choose from.

Perfect for gardens, pathways and patios, shine a spotlight on the occasion with Govee Outdoor Spotlights 2, equipped with upgraded RGBWIC beads and a 16-bit LuminBlend™ color management system, delivering 16 million vivid colors that are ideal for making your outdoor party stand out. Enjoy one of 64 preset scene modes or create your own customized personal effects. With both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, you can adjust brightness, color and scenes with just a tap.

3. Dazzle your guests with curtains of light

Curtain lights help you create distinct visual effects to highlight windows or outdoors spaces like porches, patios and pergolas with gorgeous color and sparkle.

The Govee Curtain Lights Pro offers 960 ultra-dense RGBIC LEDs for smooth animation and complex, detailed visual effects. These curtain fairy lights bring any occasion to life with over 250 preset modes, plus 10 music sync modes to let lights pulse in perfect harmony with sound — perfect for half time! You can go even bigger by combining up to three sets of these curtain lights to create a giant 16.2 × 5.77 ft display.

Govee Curtain Lights 2 is another option that provides 520 LEDs and RGBIC color changing lights to create visualized patterns and a smooth GIF display to fill windows and smaller outdoor spaces with home field vibes.

With this wide array of smart lighting options, Govee provides the ultimate home-field advantage for sports fans everywhere, offering the perfect lights to illuminate the legendary moments you share with your home team. Through the Govee Home App, you can also create custom lighting effects and use Group Control to link all their outdoor lights together, transforming your entire space into a unified display of team pride.

2025-10-27T08:01:01

(BPT) – By Shantanu Bose, DeVry University’s Provost and Chief Academic Officer

In today’s rapidly shifting economic landscape, uncertainty is the only constant. To thrive amid change, it’s increasingly important to identify and master the skills that will lead to success. While it may seem obvious that skills-based learning is critical for career growth, workers who differentiate themselves understand that professional development is less about knowing a little about everything and more about knowing something extremely well.

Employers and workers agree learning is valuable

A recent report from DeVry University and Reputation Leaders surveyed more than 1,500 workers and 500 hiring decision-makers to explore how education and upskilling are shaping today’s workforce. According to DeVry’s research:

• 71% of workers and 81% of employers believe in the value of investing in education
• 86% of employers emphasize the importance of staying current with industry developments

But who is responsible for ensuring lifelong learning in the workplace?

While employers and workers agree on the value of education, their views diverge when it comes to upskilling.

• Less than half (45%) of workers report access to employer-provided reskilling, a decrease from 61% in 2024. However, 75% of employers believe they are doing enough to keep workers’ skills resilient in today’s economy.
• Nearly one-third of workers believe that employers are falling short when it comes to keeping skills relevant for the future. In contrast, 90% of employers say that they provide upskilling or tuition benefits to at least a few workers, a slight increase from 87% in 2024. Many employers express concerns that workers are not taking advantage of these available resources.

The reality is that both sides are left in a state of restless dissonance where workers and employers are quietly pointing fingers. Rather than assigning blame, DeVry’s report emphasizes the importance of unity in preparing for an uncertain future. By addressing the silent standoff between workers and employers, we can build workforce resiliency and accelerate competitive productivity. This process begins with open dialogue, clear direction and a shared commitment to lifelong learning.

Progress starts with partnership

Both workers and employers are responsible for taking proactive steps toward a more aligned and rewarding collaboration. Drawing from the key insights in DeVry’s report, here are actionable ways to progress together:

• Set clear career goals and engage in constructive feedback to align personal growth with organizational priorities
• Create visible career pathways and cultivate a sense of ownership to drive motivation and retention
• Foster open, ongoing dialogue to build trust and align aspirations across the workforce
• Prioritize durable skills development, such as empathy, communication and adaptability, that are essential for navigating change
• Equip workers with durable, future-ready skills in areas like technology and AI

To stay future-ready, cultivate these habits:

• Be ready to adapt to new skill sets
• Continuously look ahead to anticipate what’s next
• Frame everything as a learning opportunity
• Build your resilience through preparedness

So, what does lifelong learning look like in practice?

For professionals like Terance Clement, Manager National Sales Strategy at Comcast NBCUniversal and DeVry Alum, lifelong learning is a career imperative.

“Learning isn’t just about acquiring new skills; it’s about staying relevant as well,” he explained. “Staying curious and committed to learning has been pivotal to my moves across the company.”

Terance’s real-world experiences of navigating the workforce, earning his bachelor’s degree and continuing to grow his career exemplify a commitment to growth through education. Lifelong learning isn’t a one-time event; instead, it’s a continuous commitment to growth, adaptability and relevance.

For almost 95 years, DeVry has empowered students with future-ready skills, building the foundation for a higher education experience where societal change is infused into all its courses and hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. By going beyond traditional degree programs to offer alternative, flexible learning opportunities that cater to a diverse range of learners, the university supports learners at any stage in their academic journey and prepares them for thriving careers in an always evolving talent economy.

In a world shaped by rapid technological change and shifting economic forces, staying curious and committed to learning is the most powerful way to stay prepared. Read DeVry’s full report, Bridging the gap: Overcoming a silent standoff in America’s talent economy, to get ahead.

2025-10-24T12:01:01

(BPT) – New research found Americans are strategic about car maintenance, including when it comes time to replace their tires. Hankook Tire’s latest Gauge Index Survey found 4 in 10 U.S. drivers replace their tires on a regular schedule, while 5 in 10 replace only when necessary, and 1 in 10 wait for a rebate or promotion.

Trust your eyes, or someone else’s

Most Americans don’t hurry to buy new tires, with more than half (55%) of respondents saying they only purchase tires when they have no other option, like a flat that can’t be repaired. But if the tires are still rolling, how do you know when it’s time to replace them?

For many drivers, the “eye test” is all they need: one-quarter (25%) said visible damage is the main reason they would spring for a new set of tires such as tread that’s worn out after years of driving, followed by 17% of drivers who cited vehicle handling issues as their primary indicator. In other words, the car just doesn’t take the tight corners like it used to.

However, about as many drivers (16%) said that they leave it to the professionals to advise them, reporting that a mechanic’s recommendation on when to replace a tire is what prompts their purchase. More experienced drivers tend to lean toward this approach — Gen X and Boomer drivers are slightly more likely to heed professional advice (20%) compared to Gen Z and Millennial drivers (13%).

Routine or required tire replacement

When deciding the best time to purchase tires, attitudes vary by generation and region. Older drivers are far more likely to replace tires only when absolutely necessary (Gen X & Boomer — 62%) versus less experienced drivers (Gen Z & Millennial — 49%). On the other hand, Gen Z and Millennial drivers are more likely to follow a schedule for tire replacement (40%) in contrast to Gen X and Boomer drivers (31%).

From coast to coast, drivers on either end of the country differ when it comes to tire replacement management. Drivers in the Northeast are most likely (24%) to follow a mechanic’s recommendation, while those in the Pacific region are most influenced by visible damage to their tire (28%).

Regardless of age or place of residence, replacing tires every few years on a set schedule can help drivers avoid unexpected issues down the road.

Performance and safety drive decisions

Beyond price, a quarter (25%) of respondents say performance ratings are the most influential factor when choosing new tires, followed by 20% who say safety ratings are the top priority. Gen Z and Millennial drivers especially value performance (26%) and safety (23%), compared to drivers over 45 who are also swayed by performance ratings (25%), followed by brand reputation (21%).

For drivers in the Midwest where wet and snowy road conditions can be the norm, performance ratings reign (35%), while Pacific region drivers emphasize safety (27%) and warranty coverage (25%) above all else.

Where drivers seek advice

Regardless of when the time comes for Americans to change their tires, search engines remain the top tool for new tire research (21%), followed by 17% of drivers who say they base their tire research on recommendations from mechanics or repair shops.

Younger drivers (Gen Z & Millennial) prefer using classic search engines to research tires across the internet (25%), while Gen X & Boomer drivers chose to visit their local tire retailer website before any other site (21%). Alternatively, an estimated seven million U.S. adults are now turning to AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT, as their first source for tire information.

The choices made by American drivers reflect broader shifts in attitudes toward vehicle safety, reliability and informed decision-making. Increasing reliance on both digital tools and expert advice suggests that consumers are looking for value when buying new tires, as well as confidence in their decision. These trends show proactive education, technological innovation and improved access to research will be key factors shaping tomorrow’s tire-buying habits and road safety outcomes.