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Diminishing battery? Outdated features? Old Camera? Despite these, many Americans are still holding onto their old iPhones. Buying the newest iPhone isn’t as easy a choice right now. With prices rising and inflation still biting, many Americans say they’re skipping an upgrade. A new survey from WalletHub found that 59% of people plan to hold […]

Ever sleep with the lights on — or still keep that childhood stuffed animal nearby? You’re not alone. Many adults never outgrow their childhood fear and are scared of the dark. A new Talker Research survey found that nearly three in 10 Americans still feel uneasy when the lights go out. Among 2,000 adults surveyed: […]

Political divides don’t just show up in elections—they can show up on Indiana roads too. A new study from the University of Cincinnati found that drivers are more likely to react with anger toward bad drivers when those cars display a bumper sticker from the opposing political party. Researchers say it’s another example of how […]

Americans are being hit harder by scams than anyone else in the world, experts say — and it’s taking a toll on consumer confidence. New research shows the average American faces about 100 scam attempts every month, including fake emails, calls, and text messages. A survey of 10,500 adults across 11 countries found that Americans […]

Convenience stores like WaWa, Sheetz, Buc-cees and Casey’s General Stores are pulling in more breakfast customers, and fast-food chains are feeling the loss. A new report from Circana shows morning visits to fast-food restaurants rose just 1% in the three months ending in July. During the same time, visits to food-forward convenience stores jumped 9%. […]

Blues Traveler and the Gin Blossoms are teaming up for a special show in Central Indiana. The two bands will co-headline the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation’s second annual Legacy Celebration. The concert is set for Feb. 20, 2026, at the Fishers Event Center, located at 11000 Stockdale St. Tickets for the Fishers concert go on […]

Ed Sheeran is set to perform at Lucas Oil Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 with his highly anticipated Loop Tour. The stop is one of more than 20 dates across North America, giving fans in Indianapolis a chance to see the singer live. Sheeran released his eighth studio album, Play, on Sept. 12. Presale begins […]

A Fort Wayne man has grown the tallest sunflower in the world. Alex Babich raised the massive flower in his backyard. The record-breaking sunflower reached an incredible 35 feet and 9 inches. That’s as tall as a telephone pole. Guinness World Records confirmed the feat last week. The flower, named “Clover,” beat the previous record […]

Forbes has released its 2025 list of America’s Best-In-State Employers, and Indiana’s number one spot goes to the University of Notre Dame. The prestigious school ranks first in the state on the publication’s annual survey, which highlights the top workplaces across the country. Forbes partnered with Statista to survey more than 160,000 U.S. employees. To […]

Hoosiers, get ready to shiver. Are you prepared for the deep freeze? The Old Farmer’s Almanac says Indiana is in for a cold and dry winter in 2025-2026. That means plenty of frosty mornings, long stretches of chilly air and lower-than-normal temperatures but not a lot of big snowstorms, especially the kind of heavy snowstorms […]

Nike announced Clark as its newest signature athlete. The biggest reveal was her new signature logo. The design features two interlocking Cs, symbolizing Clark’s precision, power, and connection with fans. Hidden within the logo is a smaller “C,” meant to represent her passion for the sport and relentless drive. Clark worked closely with Nike’s design […]

A new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows most Americans see AI as a double-edged sword—powerful but packed with risks. The survey found 71% of Americans fear AI will put too many people out of work permanently. The fear is that machines will quietly replace humans over time. But jobs aren’t the only concern. It is also creating […]