#pandemic-impact

#pandemic-impact

StubHub CEO Eric Baker co-founded the company with Jeff Fluhr in 2000 while they were attending the Stanford Graduate School of Business. This was shortly after the dotcom bubble burst and NASDAQ crashed, but the pair didn't give up. "Stupid competitors went away and many of us got a real opportunity to build a lasting business after getting through that dip," he said on a Bessemer Venture Partners podcast in 2022.

The late celebrity chef, author, and renowned adventure travel TV host Anthony Bourdain opinionatedly sampled a variety of regional cuisine from around the world on his show, "No Reservations." But he also tried the best food in underestimated locations, like Ohio. From quintessentially American food to shops owned by the Polish, German, and Japanese immigrants that shaped the Buckeye state's food scene, Bourdain visited eight spots across Cleveland and Columbus on the show back in 2005 and 2009, respectively.

In Livingston, Calif., elementary school principal Mayte Ramirez stands at her desk looking over a list of students who were absent today. It's a Monday, and it's longer than usual. RAMIREZ: Out of town, out of town, sick, tardy, sick per mom, sick per mom. TURNER: Ramirez then looks to see who among these kids is now chronically absent. That means they've missed 10% of the school year. She picks a kindergartener.

I woke up in June [2020] and realized how lucky and privileged we were to have space and trees. So many of my friends in the city were just losing their minds.

Paul Leendertse claims the emotional stress from the pandemic created significant tension in people’s bodies, contributing to the rise in aggressive tumours more than the vaccine itself.

In Dallas, 8% of listings are at risk of selling for less than homeowners bought them for, a significant increase from last year, reflecting broader market trends.

I was born into and raised by people who struggled to set goals and provide for their kids, so I knew I wanted something better for my own when I decided to settle down. Unfortunately, to give my son the best future possible, I had to give up any concept of retiring.

The rise of product operations didn't happen overnight. It started with changing expectations around what product managers should focus on, then the pandemic created three specific challenges that made dedicated operational support essential.

The US is experiencing the worst measles outbreak in 33 years, with more cases reported in 2025 than any year since 1992, driven largely by summer travel.

Isabella Terranova faced challenges when attempting to pay cash at a gas station, reflecting the growing trend of businesses not accepting cash, leaving her in a difficult situation.

Horror is an expansive genre that includes a variety of sub-genres and styles, emphasizing the independent spirit of filmmaking beyond big studios.

When the pandemic hit, some of our restaurants adapted better... Bastille had maybe run its course. The idea of shutting down and changing the concept during that time was easier than it would have been previously.

There’s a perception that the pandemic has made people less socially aware and considerate, often reflected through the lack of tidiness in shared office spaces.

Cici's has transformed itself post-bankruptcy by refocusing on quality and gaming options, successfully attracting customers through efficient technology and elevating the dining experience.