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The article Why Gen Z Is Breaking Up With Credit Cards explores how younger consumers are rethinking traditional financial tools. Many in this generation find credit cards stressful and confusing, signaling a shift in how people approach money. The except is as follows: “The study done by Morning Consult found
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In 12 Travel Budget Planning Tips to Enjoy More While Spending Less (2024), author Tracy Smith shares tips for budgeting while traveling. I will be discussing some of her tips and how I could integrate them into my design. Before any travel planning and definitely before any travel booking, take
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No, you don't need a shared bank account to travel with friends by Mariya Postelnyak (2025) examines a group of friends who created a shared bank account for their trip. While this particular group of friends was able to pool thousands of dollars before their trip, financial experts
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The article No, you don’t need a shared bank account to travel with friends (Postelnyak, 2025) discusses a group of friends who created a shared bank account for their trip. While this method of dealing with money was successful for this group of friends, it is not a practical
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The article, How to Travel with Friends without Any Financial Stress by N26 (2024), addresses many of the complex financial aspects of group travel. The advice on managing and discussing money with groups gives me insight into the financial aspects that are important to address when designing a system to
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Friends, Fun and Finances by Experian discusses the biggest financial stressors and challenges of group traveling. Experian surveyed over 700 adults about the challenges of group travel and shared and analyzed the results. Taking a vacation with friends is a great way to make memories. But mismatched spending styles can
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Eric Sorenson uses this article to inform people about the effects of improper bait disposable on the environment. Improper handling of live bait, especially minnows and night crawlers, can adversely affect the ecosystem in ways that are not immediately evident. With minnows, problems result when anglers dump their remaining bait
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Fishing practices significantly influence freshwater ecosystems, affecting biodiversity and habitat quality. While fishing supports local economies and provides recreational opportunities, it also contributes to environmental challenges such as overfishing, habitat degradation, and pollution. Addressing these issues requires a comprehensive understanding of fishing's impact and the implementation of sustainable
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I conducted Individual Experience Mapping and interview sessions with 6 of my survey respondents. From these combined research methods, I aimed to gain insight into the areas of the group traveling process people find most challenging and stressful, from planning to traveling, to after the trip. Participants were instructed to
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Angler waste, particularly from discarded bait cans, poses a significant environmental challenge in aquatic ecosystems. Innovative approaches are being explored to mitigate this issue while enhancing fish habitats. Interviews with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) revealed that they are utilizing polylactic acid (PLA) to create artificial habitats in
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Effective management of angler-generated waste is critical for preserving freshwater ecosystems. Drawing from cultural practices observed in Japan, where public trash bins are scarce, this review explores alternative approaches to waste management in fishing environments. For some, Japan’s clean, bin-free streets are a source of admiration. For others, it’
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After a visit to a local bait store, I noticed that live bait was only sold in single-use plastic containers. While I was able to bring my own container for crickets, no such option was available for wax worms or red worms. There were also no signs encouraging anglers to