This Christmas will be one of exorbitant spending and lavish gifts for many American families. It'll also be one of tight budgets and difficulty putting food on the table for many others.
That's the effect of the pandemic recession, which is exacerbating inequalities between the rich and the poor.
High-paid U.S. workers are benefiting from a strong stock market and lower expenses, allowing them to save more money than ever – and spend more on holiday gifts. The less fortunate, meanwhile, are grappling with job losses, eviction and food insecurity. Known as the "K-shaped" recovery, the disparities will be on full display this holiday season.
Many things are taking place:
RetailMeNot Confirms Holiday Season Will Start Earlier and See More Online Shopping Than Ever
66% Will Spend the Same Amount or More on Holiday Shopping This Year to Create Normalcy and a Sense of Tradition for Their Family
The majority of Americans (75%) prefer to shop online this year, and the same amount will aim to complete all of their holiday shopping as early as possible. Additionally, nearly two in five (39%) say they will shop earlier than they typically do to avoid shipping delays or items being out of stock, while 41% will start shopping in October or earlier.
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What is a paella pan? Experts share tips on your best options.
With travel options being limited these days and plans replaced with nights at home, there's no better time to turn to your kitchen for an adventure. And although your palette may prefer a trip to Spain for authentic dishes, you can still spice things up on your own and enjoy mouth-watering dishes like paella, without leaving home. All you need are the ingredients, confidence and, most importantly, the right pan.
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Although it may be possible to whip up this classic saffron rice dish with a skillet that you already have, it's the standard paella pan that will make the difference between a soggy dinner and that flavorful, dinner complete with socarrat, or caramelized rice crust. "It's the crispy, delicious end to the meal," says Lolo Manso, chef and owner of Socarrat Paella Bar . "Generally, there isn't much on the pan, so in Spain, we usually fight over the socarrat."
Many things are taking place:
Man seriously injured, shots fired at Orange County shopping center
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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A man was seriously injured during an incident at a shopping center early Monday morning, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies were searching the area behind a gas station for evidence early Monday. A U-haul truck and a bicycle were seen in the area behind the business.
Aldi looks at online move as shopping habits change - BBC News
Clive Perkins hasn't been to a supermarket since March, but he's just driven to an Aldi store in Loughborough to have his groceries delivered straight to his car.
"We've done everything online," he tells the BBC. "We've been able to isolate because of the risk. We've got a regular slot with somebody else, but we'll drop that if this works."
For more than a decade, discounters have been the disruptors in the supermarket aisles, stealing customers from their bigger rivals and growing sales. But this pandemic has been disruptive for them.
One Stop Shopping in Our Town Mahomet | WCIA.com
MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — A store in Our Town Mahomet will soon be on the move. It’s also expanding. En Route Boutique will join Modern Blend Salon on Patton Drive. In the same space will be the new Whisk Coffee and Wine Bar. En Route owner Jen Wagner wanted to give people a place where they could run all their errands at once. Wanger also says the coffee that will be served there has a higher purpose.
Wagner says she can’t wait to open and hopes that’s at the end of October. Modern Blend is owned Jamie Saban.
Initial phase of Westminster shopping plaza construction nearing completion, with most tenants
Construction is getting close to being complete on a first phase of Westminster Station shopping plaza, across from TownMall of Westminster along a busy stretch of Md. 140, and city government officials are hopeful some of its businesses will be opening soon.
The plan for 343 Baltimore Blvd., which was established in October 2018, proposed a CVS as its anchor business and then a host of other businesses located in a separate building on one lot, according to documents from Westminster comprehensive planner Andrew Gray. The Westminster Planning and Zoning Commission approved the site plan in October 2018.
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