Learn About Auto Window Tint (NAPSI)—Automotive window films, or tint, offer a variety of benefits, such as reduced exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays, a cooler interior by rejecting up to 55 percent of the sun’s heat, reduced glare and more safety for the occupants. Window films may hold glass fragments together that can Read More …
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Smart Snacking
Olives: A Good-For-You, On-The-Go Snack (NAPSI)—Among the tastiest and most versatile fruits on Earth, olives are enjoyed by many cultures around the world. They have been in existence for 8,000 years, and while olives are not indigenous to the Americas, they have been in the New World for a good long time. Then It was Read More …
Health Matters: Combat Sickle Cell Disease by Filling the Missing Types
(NAPSI)—“Silent heroes.” That’s how Blaze Eppinger, who has had sickle cell disease since birth, describes people who donate blood—and you could be among them. Sickle cell is a lifetime battle and the odds of leading a healthy life depend in part on whether hospitals have adequate inventories of the right blood types. As a child, Read More …
Fabulous Food: Summer Entertaining Hosted By The California Avocado Commission
(NAPSI)—With longer days and warmer nights, entertaining becomes almost inevitable during the summer months. Thanks to the abundance of fresh produce, like California avocados, your backyard barbeques, pool parties and beachside picnics will never have to sacrifice versatility or taste. Not only does summertime offer the perfect opportunity to gather friends and family around the Read More …
Booktrib’s Bookbites Intrigue, Secrets And Self-Discovery In Four Great Summer Reads
(NAPSI)—In this issue of “BookBites,” BookTrib.com showcases four captivating tales to fill those long days at the beach. “You Cannot Mess This Up” by Amy W. Daughters A funny, wrenching novel about what it’s like to come home. Amy Daughters returns to her hometown over Thanksgiving to discuss her parents’ estate—and finds herself hurled back Read More …
Hints For Homebuyers
Fastest Way To Shop For A Home? Snap It! (NAPSI)—House-hunting can be a lot less stressful and complicated than many people realize. That’s because a powerful, free phone app, Homesnap, makes researching and discovering your dream home a “snap.” No more grabbing flyers or scrambling to write down an address to share with your agent. Read More …
Education News
School choice lets parents pick the kind of education, such as charter schools, they want their kids to have.Understanding Your Choices (NAPSI)—For many families, few things are more important than schooling—and an increasing number are taking it into their own hands. They’re welcoming the idea of more ways for children to be educated than simply Read More …
Travel Ideas
You don’t have to let dental difficulties take a bite out of your vacation enjoyment. Safeguard Your Smile, Wherever You Go (NAPSI)—Smile. It’s vacation time—and there are so many paths to fun and adventure close to home. Try winding your way through the Wisconsin Dells water parks or sailing Lake Superior. If you’re thirsting for Read More …
Pointers For Parents
Fun Ways To Inspire Kids’ Imaginations (NAPSI)—According to numerous studies, imaginative play in childhood can be critical to cognitive and social development. Research suggests that make-believe games can increase language usage, help with self-regulation, let children express a range of emotions, and teach them to think creatively. In addition, keeping kids’ brains active and engaged Read More …
Home Energy Savings
Be The Coolest, Most Energy-Efficient Home (NAPSI)—This summer, homeowners don’t have to choose between being cool and eco-conscious. Today’s innovations make it “no sweat” to enjoy both with smart home climate control technologies and advanced air-conditioning systems created to achieve maximum energy efficiency and comfort. Many might be surprised that home cooling accounts for nearly Read More …