America First International

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What is a General Rate Increase (GRI) in Shipping?

General Rate Increases (GRIs) are the amount by which carriers increase rates on their general tariff to balance their profits and losses. Learn more.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

Black Sea Initiative Exports From Ukraine Top 30 Mln Tons As Talks Continue Over Renewal

The UN-brokered Black Sea Initiative, aimed at ensuring the flow of grain, foodstuffs and fertilizer amid global shortages exacerbated by the war in Ukraine, has now allowed the safe export of more than 30 million tons.

Seven questions to ask a customs broker (infographic)

How do you find a customs broker that’s right for you? Every broker essentially does the same thing – facilitates the clearance of your goods as they travel across the border – but every broker is different. Big and small, national or regional, different customs brokers have differing strengths and weaknesses. Determining which one is... Read more »

How to Ship the Irregular: Tips on Art Shipping

Art shipping requires special packing techniques. When shipping artwork, ask about custom packing techniques.

How climate insecurity is impacting the Great Lakes

Pierre Béland, Canadian Chair for the International Joint Commission, talks about the climate concerns that the Great Lakes are facing and the importance of taking action.

Benefits of Professional Business Consulting Services

This article is about Business Consulting Services .Managing a business entity is a very challenging task and with the constant changes in the market these days, it is not surprising that professional business consulting services may be needed

Why Your Company Should Use IT Consulting Services

Companies should adopt IT consulting services delivered using our winning methodology to leverage cost-effective expertise in compliance and cybersecurity.

The Great Lakes and Washing Machines?

Which Great Lakes Ship Are You?

Welcome to PlayBuzz Quiz. This quiz tell what you match of Great Lakes Ship. This is just for fun. We hope you enjoy the quiz. :)

Could the Great Lakes solve US shipping woes?

Inland ports along the Great Lakes are helping to fill the gap in supply-chain disruption.

Ask the Weather Guys: How is the ice cover on the Great Lakes?

Will grass carp spread in the Great Lakes?

There are grass carp in three of the Great Lakes, but it’s not too late to do something about it. That’s one of the conclusions of a new risk assessment on

Verify: Are straws the biggest Great Lakes pollutant?

Plastic is the most common type of marine debris in our ocean and Great Lakes.

A Crude Awakening On The Great Lakes?

Review finds successes in protecting Great Lakes water

Great Lakes governments must remain vigilant as Great Lakes system faces challenges, review finds

Can Millennial women save sport fishing in the Great Lakes?

A study shows the growing number of young female anglers in the Great Lakes region.