Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

PCWorld reports that Spotify offers a hidden “Basic” tier launched in mid-2024 for $10.99/month, providing music-only streaming without audiobooks or lossless audio. This plan requires existing ...

American Airlines will stopped awarding AAdvantage miles and Loyalty Points for basic economy tickets. This policy change aligns American with similar restrictions already in place at other carriers.

Amazon Basics batteries are convenient, affordable, and one of the best battery brands. It seems like they're always on sale, and they surely sell to millions of people when a single product can have ...

If you've ever shopped for a cheap charging cable, wireless mouse, or laptop stand on Amazon, you've probably stumbled across Amazon Basics. The brand has become a go-to for low-cost tech accessories, ...

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The prevailing narrative surrounding big-box brands tends to be one of a comeback or decline—hot, then not, then hot again, always out of the blue. Uniqlo, though, doesn’t belong in that conversation ...