Ignore These Vehicle Repairs And You May Get Pulled Over (NAPSI)—Many drivers may feel that they don’t have the time or money to address vehicle repairs immediately, but beware: Ignoring some repairs can get you pulled over and even ticketed. “Ignoring certain vehicle repairs may seem to save money in the short term but can Read More …
Author: Dorothy
Hints For Homeowners
Breathe Easier (NAPSI)—Many people may be surprised to learn that some things used to keep their homes looking good and feeling fresh—scented candles, air fresheners, cleaning products, paint, furniture—actually contribute to indoor air pollution. The Problem These items—and many others—produce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which, the EPA says, can irritate skin, eyes, noses and throats Read More …
Fabulous Fruit
Go FIGure! New Ways To Enjoy Figs (NAPSI)—A marvelous enhancement to almost any sweet or savory dish, California Figs—either fresh or dried—are a fruit not to be missed. Figs make it easy to be a better cook. So does a new cookbook. From healthy bites and filling salads to creative pastas and indulgent desserts, “California Read More …
Tips On Trips
How To Save On Your Next Family Getaway (NAPSI)—The travel industry uses the term “shoulder season” to talk about the slower, cheaper time after school is back in session. The savings are real if you can get a group together not bound by the school calendar or just sneak out of town for one more Read More …
Health Awareness
Don’t Let Mother Nature Sidetrack Your Health: Five Ways To Prioritize Your Family’s Physical And Mental Well-Being In Hurricane Season (NAPSI)—The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts an average hurricane season this year, but as history has shown, the worst hurricanes are often unexpected. Last year, the seemingly mild Hurricane Michael rapidly turned into a Read More …
Technology In Our Lives
Smart Factories With A Human Feel (NAPSI)—Future smart factories may look like something out of a science-fiction movie but they’ll also contain a familiar element: people. The idea is to improve flexibility and efficiency between humans and machines as they work in harmony. Instead of being isolated in steel cages, collaborative robots or “cobots” will Read More …
Booktrib’s Bookbites
Challenged Friendships, Past Secrets And Lies, Touching Animal Tale, Lakeside Tranquility In Four Great Reads “Without Her” by Rosalind Brackenberry (NAPSI)—An exquisitely written, Ferrante-esque novel, “Without Her” by Rosalind Brackenbury centers around the life-long, enigmatic friendship of Hannah and Claudia, close companions throughout childhood as well as at Cambridge while vying for the same elusive Read More …
Children’s Health
Breathe Easier, Have Your Kids Tested For Asthma (NAPSI)—The school year can be a hectic time for the families of America’s estimated 57 million schoolkids—but it’s also a good time for parents to bring their children to the doctor to get tested for asthma. Asthma Affects Academics According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of Read More …
School News & Notes
Make Back-To-School A Breeze With These Essentials (NAPSI)—Another summer has come and gone, and millions of children, college students and parents are preparing for back-to-school this fall. While supplies such as notebooks and pens are important, the essentials don’t stop there when it comes to shopping for a successful new school year. While your child’s Read More …
Fabulous Food
Mushrooms Are Ready For Their Closeup (NAPSI)—In the ensemble cast of the produce aisle, finding a stand-out player can sometimes be difficult. After all, each has its own unique characteristics, whether it be taste, nutrition, or health benefits. However, when it comes to mushrooms—which are grown in the dark in nondescript growing houses across the Read More …