Jack Hawkins articles

I’ll admit it: I got swept up in the glow of shiny paint, leather seats, and a horsepower rating that made my heart skip. I ditched my trusty, reliable car for something flashy and fast. It felt like the right move—until reality came knocking harder than I expected. But can I trade in my new car for my old one?

Picture this: Black Friday deals popping up on every screen, your adrenaline pumping, and suddenly your credit card has gone from “loyal companion” to “overworked hostage.” To make matters worse, when you tried to undo the damage, the stores kindly handed you store credit instead of refunds. Yikes. The good news? This isn’t the end of your financial story. With the right steps, you can survive—and even come out financially wiser. Let’s dig in.

Workplaces can be wild. Sometimes it’s free pizza Fridays, and sometimes it’s your boss casually demanding you pony up cash for his wedding—even though you weren’t actually invited. Yes, you read that right. Strap in, because this story is part horror tale, part legal puzzle, and all-around corporate absurdity, complete with cringeworthy drama and questionable managerial judgment.

Starting a business is equal parts genius, chaos, caffeine-fueled optimism, and maybe a little bit of stubborn creativity. One user wrote in: “I built a website for left-handed mugs only. I sold three. Is there a market here?” That question is as quirky as the business idea itself—so let’s break it down with some laughter and logic.

So your boss decided to build a robot version of you—an AI clone who answers calls, charms clients, and works overtime without ever needing lunch breaks or bathroom runs. Then, as if starring in a workplace horror-comedy, they turn around and slash your hours.

Finding out your boss is “in disguise” at lunch and critiquing what you say isn’t quirky leadership—it’s creepy. It can also raise legal flags about surveillance, retaliation, and interference with rights to discuss work conditions. Let’s break down what’s likely going on, what’s unlawful, and how to protect yourself (and your coworkers) pragmatically.

Sometimes, personal finance feels like a rollercoaster you never agreed to ride, and you’re gripping the bar tighter than you’d like. That’s exactly how I felt after dropping $15,000 on solar panels—a supposedly “smart investment”—only to discover they barely work. Before you write me off as a cautionary tale, let’s dive into the details and explore whether there’s still any financial silver lining left in this cloudy situation.

Love a good treasure story? The world is full of coins that once jingled in pockets and now command jaw-dropping sums. Below are 20 non-US classics—from medieval gold to shipwreck royals and ancient icons—each with a verified auction result to show what the right piece can bring. (Values always depend on grade, variety, and provenance, so think of these as “what’s possible” benchmarks rather than price quotes.)

Once humble office companions, typewriters are now cherished collectibles that can command staggering prices at auctions and in private sales. From rare models used by literary legends to sleek designs that captured the spirit of their era, these mechanical marvels are having a serious comeback. Collectors love them for their design, history, and tactile charm—and some of the most coveted examples now fetch eye-watering sums. Let’s explore 20 vintage typewriters that are worth a fortune today.