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Ever Used Public Wi-Fi? Know the Risks Before You Connect
Free public Wi-Fi can be a lifesaver, but since many networks are unsecured, those who connect to them are putting their information at risk. According
The Upcoming Surge: Potentially Revolutionary Advances to Modern Transport
As the technology behind electric scooters and e-bikes further improves their speed and range, Americans have increasingly turned to alternate means of transportation to avoid
States Can Now Collect Taxes from Online Retailers, Supreme Court Decides
On June 21, 2018, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 to overturn a 1992 decision, Quill v. North Dakota, which allowed states to require retailers
Certain Tick Bites Can Trigger a Red Meat and Dairy Allergy
Since ticks can be infected with bacteria, viruses, or parasites, they are known to be carriers of disease like Lyme disease. Recent reports have shown
Green Energy Gets A Colorful Twist
Typically attributed to the burning of fossil fuels, carbon dioxide (CO2), one of the most prevalent gases produced by humans, may actually help create a
Amazon’s Acquisition of PillPack
By: Autumn Field PillPack is a Boston-based startup that began in 2013. The company sorts and ships prescription medications to its customers in a
Are Online-Only Banks Worth It?
With internet usage rising, most banks have turned to online banking apps for smartphones. The convenience of checking a bank account or making a transaction
Best Practices for Enjoying Your Summer with Fewer Mosquito Bites
Pesky mosquito bites can quickly ruin a relaxing summer evening spent outdoors, and with so many products on the market that claim to be the
Food for Days
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, also known as the USDA, “food waste is estimated at between 30-40 percent of the food supply”
Microsoft Calls for Regulation of Facial Recognition Technologies
On July 13, 2018, Microsoft’s president, Brad Smith, published a blog post calling for “public regulation and corporate responsibility” of facial recognition technology. Smith’s post