(NAPSI)—Moving can be a hassle, stressful and emotional. If you’re considering a move, know you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 40 million Americans moved in 2016. That’s a lot of moving. “Every year, people take on the frustrating experience of moving,” said Adam Doron, CEO of Unpakt, an online platform designed to Read More …
Category: Technology
EDUCATION NEWS AND NOTES Using Academic Practices To Improve Your Communications
(NAPSI)—In today’s fast-paced world, new content is coming out faster than many people can keep up. According to an article in Science Daily, 90 percent of the world’s data has been generated in just the last few years. People actively develop new content every day, whether in their professional roles or when choosing what to Read More …
SMALL BUSINESS NEWS & NOTES Keeping Your Business Running Smoothly
(NAPSI)—According to the latest statistics from the U.S. Small Business Administration, 80 percent of the 28.8 million U.S. small businesses have no employees, placing a heavy burden on the business owner when it comes to juggling every detail of running a company. From IT issues to customer service and even facilities management, a small-business owner Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Five Ways To Help Your Child Become A Responsible Digital Citizen by Yalda T. Uhls, M.B.A., Ph.D. UCLA, Children’s Digital Media Center@LA, Adjunct Professor, Common Sense Media, youth development expert
(NAPSI)—Why is “Dot.,” a new original animated series on Sprout from Industrial Brothers in association with The Jim Henson Company and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, so timely and important? In 2017, 10 years after the iPhone was introduced, mobile technology has rapidly changed the way we interact with media. Children as young as 2 use Read More …
TECH TOPICS Making E-mail Secure Is Just Not That Difficult
(NAPSI)—E-mail security is not the problem—it’s how we use e-mail that is the problem. There has been no lack of press and attention regarding the insecurity of e-mail and the consequences of account hacking. Look no further than the latest elections, the Sony Pictures hack, the latest Yahoo compromise, etc. We hear about the problem Read More …
HEART HEALTH New Toolkit Can Help You Have A Healthier Life
(NAPSI)—Nearly 30 million Americans have been diagnosed with heart disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If one of them is you or someone you care about, you may feel confused about how to go about it. Research by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Stroke Association has shown that Read More …
WEDDING WISDOM Five Ways To Showcase Your Rock ‘N’ Roll Wedding
(NAPSI)—So, you’re gearing up for that special day. Your wedding day. Unlike many brides, though, you’ve been imagining something a little different from the norm. You’re more of a Billy Idol “White Wedding” and apple-bobbing bride than an “Ave Maria” and bouquet-tossing bride. Which is great. And which is why there’s a member of Professional Read More …
TECHNOLOGY IN OUR LIVES Save Time, Trouble And Money With A New Sort Of Phone Service
(NAPSI)—Answering the call for more flexibility in telephone service is an unusual new kind of company—the world’s first cloud-based phone carrier. “Being disruptive is not about making a lot of noise, it’s about changing the norm,” explains Derek Ting, co-founder and CEO of TextNow. That company is focused on delivering reliable and affordable wireless connectivity Read More …
TECH TOPICS Expert Tips To Help Job Seekers Clean Up Their Social Identity
(NAPSI)—Social media is a popular pastime for work and play for nearly 70 percent of Americans.1 For job seekers, social networking sites can be useful tools to share professional experience, network with peers and employers, and seek job openings, but the content that individuals post on social platforms could be detrimental during the job hunt. Read More …
YOUR YARD How To Keep Your Garden Growing
(NAPSI)—When it comes to creating a yard that makes the neighbors green with envy, many Americans are saving time and trouble by turning to a surprising “garden tool.” The driving force behind the latest in backyard maintenance is a utility task vehicle (UTV). Your UTV And You A hardworking and smooth-riding vehicle, not only is Read More …