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Reaching 2000 Calories Quicker Than Expected
We all know that 2000 calories is the recommended daily allowance for calories, but how well do we know what 2000 calories actually looks like.
Inactivity Twice as Dangerous to Health as Obesity
Today, rates of inactivity are at an all time high in part due to the technological advancements that have made our lives more efficient. More
The Link Between Sleep and Learning
A new study presented in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that napping may induce higher learning and information retention in infants.
“Facebook at Work” and “Efficiency” No Longer a Contradiction in Terms
It may not be considered a bad thing to get on Facebook at work anymore. Facebook has unveiled its new portal called Facebook at Work
First Solar Powered Flight Around the World
Solar Impulse 2 will be the first solar powered airplane to across the world this summer. The single seater Swiss creation will take off from
December Brings Low Retail Sales
Retail sales for December were lower than expected, especially taking into consideration low gas prices. Retail sales fell 0.9 percent last month, while core sales
Aspirin May Cause You More Heartache Than Heart Health
Researchers at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX, have found that aspirin is overused to prevent stroke and other cardiovascular risks
A(n Even More) Frustrating Tax Season May be Upon Us
The IRS has warned consumers that due to recent budget cuts to the agency, the services provided are likely to be limited this tax season.
Styrofoam Ban in New York Scheduled for July
Mayor of New York City Bill de Blasio has announce that styrofoam will be officially banned by July of this year. The city has decided
Newest in Tech: A Glimpse of the Consumers’ Electronics Show
Hundreds of tech industry giants and independent start-ups exhibited their latest creations at this years International Consumers’ Electronics Show, January 6 through 9 in Las