(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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
KITCHEN CORNER Innovative Firsts For The Kitchen You’ll Want To Know About
(NAPSI)—Today’s kitchens offer more than a place to cook—they are also a high-design destination. Here’s a look at the latest advances, technologies and innovative new products—the first of their kind—that you won’t want to miss: Imagine a refrigerator with a built-in, single-serve coffee- and tea maker. That means filtered water, increased counter space and no Read More …
BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY Taking A Stand Against Bad Meetings In The Workplace
(NAPSI)—We all know the feeling: You’re running late for a meeting because you can’t find the conference room. When you finally do, you’re stressed out, fumbling around to load your presentation on the screen, and too busy apologizing for wasting everyone’s time to get the agenda back on track. Indeed, when we think of meetings, Read More …
Private Security And Its Expanding Role In Law Enforcement
(NAPSI)—Having your identity stolen is an eye-opening experience. Even more eye-opening is the response you may get when calling police to report the crime. That’s because it’s become more common today to receive a follow-up visit at your home, not from that police agency, but from a representative of a private security firm specializing in Read More …
AT&T’s ‘28 Days’ Celebrates Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and to celebrate, AT&T is highlighting eight black innovators, creators and activists sharing their tools, tips and hard-won lessons they rely on to do the exceptional. The eight individuals featured this month are: • Award-winning R&B artist Monica • Celebrity matchmaker and relationship coach Paul Brunson • Social-justice entrepreneur Rey Read More …
Get Prepared. Stay Prepared. Make Your Family’s Emergency Communication Plan Today
(NAPSI)—Developing an emergency communication plan—and practicing it—are critical to making sure the entire family knows what to do, how to reach each other, and where to meet in the event of an emergency. America’s PrepareAthon!SM is a grassroots, community-based campaign for action to get people better prepared for disasters through hazard-specific group discussions, drills, and Read More …
CONSUMER CORNER Amazon Expands Its Prime FREE Same-Day Delivery Program To New Metro Areas
(NAPSI)—Good news for millions of Americans in need of last-minute travel items, spring cleaning supplies, birthday gifts and much more. Prime members in Charlotte, Cincinnati, Fresno, Louisville, Milwaukee, Nashville, Raleigh, Richmond, Sacramento, Stockton, Tucson and Central New Jersey can now enjoy unlimited Prime FREE Same-Day Delivery with Amazon Prime. What You Get Prime members in Read More …