(NAPSI)—Men and women with a taste for travel can make good money and do some good in the world when they take up a career as a U.S. Merchant Mariner. What They Do Although considered the nation’s “fourth arm of defense,” America’s mariners are civilians working for private companies and are not members of the Read More …
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HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Know Your Options For Home Cooling Systems
(NAPSI)—When the weather heats up, many homeowners crank up their central air conditioning or turn to multiple noisy window units. Unfortunately, neither option is ideal: central air, wastes energy by its all-or-nothing nature. Window units, in addition to being cumbersome, diminish a room’s attractiveness and obscure its views. Luckily, there is a third option: mini-split Read More …
FITNESS FACTS Three Ways To Improve Your Spring Workout
(NAPSI)—As the weather improves, spring is the perfect time to ease back into working out. “The sooner you start, the easier it is to achieve your goal,” explains Tom Holland, exercise physiologist and Bowflex Fitness Advisor. “Small changes spread out over more time is the secret to success.” Holland recommends these three ways to improve Read More …
YOUR GARDEN Ten Ways To Get Prepared For Planting
(NAPSI)—When the weather warms, many people’s thoughts turn to how to make sure their yard is in tip-top shape for planting. These 10 tips can help get your garden off to a great start: Make a plan. First, decide what to plant. One thing you may want to consider is pollinator-attractant plants. Yellow, blue or Read More …
MAKING LIFE MORE FUN Get Out Without Bugging Out
(NAPSI)—Summertime is fun time! But sometimes outdoor fun brings with it additional health and safety concerns. Bugs have always bugged us, but this year there is a growing concern about the risks associated with mosquitoes and other biting insects. These concerns include not only the potential impacts of getting bitten, but also the risks involved Read More …
4-H Youth In Action Award Recognizes Teen Who Inspires Others To Engage In STEM
(NAPSI)—As adults search for ways to inspire American youth to explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), they might want to borrow a page from the book of 18-year-old Illinois 4-H member Thaddeus (Thad) Hughes, who has introduced thousands of young people to science through hands-on programs he contributed to or created to spark their Read More …
An Eye To The Earth
(NAPSI)—A unique beauty treatment for the eye can help make the world a better-looking place. That’s because in honor of Earth Day, Kiehl’s Since 1851, the venerable purveyor of quality skin and hair care, will donate 100 percent of net profits, up to $50,000, from special editions of Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado to the Read More …
TIPS ON TRIPS Inspiration For Your Next Vacation
(NAPSI)—Dreaming about a getaway can seem easier than planning one. From choosing a destination to narrowing down lodging and transportation, getting a vacation on the calendar takes some legwork. But once it’s booked, you immediately reap the benefits. Experts say vacationers actually feel most happy before their trips thanks to the anticipation, according to a Read More …
MAKING LIFE BETTER Daily Rituals Can Help Or Hurt
(NAPSI)—If you’re like most people, you have your own personal rituals. Some people can’t start the day without their favorite newspaper, an early run or a warm shower. Personal rituals are comfortable and, in many cases, automatic. Unfortunately, a familiar ritual can sometimes turn into a bad habit. When you find yourself habitually reaching for Read More …
Federal Mandate
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