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Bitcoin Continues to Gain Traction
The recent auction of Bitcoin seized by the US Marshall’s Office from the infamous online market place the Silk Road has brought issues and discussion
More Chicken Recalled Due to Salmonella Concerns
The poultry company Foster Farms has issued yet another recall for chicken that has been linked to possible cases of salmonella. The recall is for
American Teens Have Much to Learn When it Comes to Finance
A recent study by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has ranked various countries based upon the financial literacy of each country’s 15-year olds.
Cooler Weather Forecasts Lead to Lower Natural Gas Prices
The price of natural gas has hit a sixth-month low due to forecasts of cooler temperatures in the near future. This is due to the
“Smart Luggage” Promises to Track Your Lost Bags
When flying, there are few things worse than losing your luggage. While some bags may be lost for just a few hours, other can be
Uber Continues to Make Its Move
The increasingly popular car-sharing service Uber is continuing to make its way into the mainstream. Recently it was announced that Uber would be temporarily cutting
Despite 2008 Ban, Chemical Still Present in Toddler’s Diets
In 2008, Congress banned a toxin called phthalates present in imported toys after determining the chemical could potentially harm the reproductive systems of boys. The
Wearable Technology- Marketing Directly to Consumers
Technology developers are working on what they consider to be the next big thing- marketing to consumers through wearable technology, such as computerized watches and
Alternative Energy Gets Push from Wall St.
A recent article by the Wall Street Journal reports that there has been a recent renewal of interest by investors to invest in funds that
Vaccines are Safe- No Link to Autism Found
A new review published in the medical journal Pediatrics, has found that the adverse risks that many purport are associated with childhood vaccinations are extremely