Caring for the caregiver. That’s something I learned a long time ago — if the caretaker is not cared for how can they expect to care for others? That’s what I was reminded of when I looked at the topic for tomorrow night’s CANA (Cremation Association of North […] Read More
Take a Break Before You Need a Break Join the Virtual Funeral Professionals Peer Support Meeting in January WHEELING, IL— As a funeral professional who has witnessed countless expressions of grief in the course of your work, you would never tell a family to stop crying and move on. So […] Read More
Break Barriers & Grow: Proven Funeral Business Strategies for 2025 The funeral profession is steeped in tradition, but as the industry evolves, staying competitive requires breaking through barriers and embracing new opportunities. Whether you’re a fourth-generation funeral director or just starting your own firm, the key to growth in 2025 […] Read More
More than 580,000 beds sold at retailers including Walmart and Wayfair are under recall because they can break, sag or collapse while in use, posing the risk of falls and injuries. The bed’s manufacturer, Home Design, has received 128 reports of the beds sagging, breaking or collapsing, resulting in 36 […] Read More
WASHINGTON — Good news has been scarce in world affairs this year. So it’s worth noting a conflict zone where the worst-case scenario hasn’t happened: the long-running standoff between China and Taiwan. Just over a week ago, Taiwan held a free and fair election. China’s least favorite candidate won, but the […] Read More
Talks between actors union SAG-AFTRA and Hollywood studios broke down Wednesday, with the entertainment companies saying negotiations on a new contract have been suspended. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which represents the major studios in labor dealings, said the talks had been called off because the sides […] Read More
