Steer clear of dementia by doing these seven things
Dementia affects one in 14 people over the age of 65 in the UK. Researchers have yet to find a cure for dementia, but scientific evidence does show that there are several ways to guar against it. To avoid the onset of dementia, do these seven Read More...
Semi-automatic washing machines are perfect for the thrifty apartment dweller
If you live in the US, you’ve probably never heard of a semi-automatic washing machine. A semi-automatic is typically lightweight and comprised of two side-by-side tubs encased in plastic, one for washing, one for spin-drying. These washers are extremely popular in Asia, and there’s an Read More...
A massive cleanup of the Great Pacific Ocean Patch is about to get underway
Years ago, a young Dutch entrepreneur designed a system that could effectively clean up tons of plastic in the ocean using the water’s currents. Now that system is actually getting ready to launch a massive cleanup of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch on September 8. The ultimate goal of the Read More...
Why open hiring is good for people and business
When people have a criminal record, it’s nearly impossible to find a job. A New York-based bakery finds that ridiculous, which is why they use a practice called open hiring. This means they fill positions on a first-come, first-served basis, no questions asked. Open hiring worked brilliantly for Read More...
California is about to commit to 100 percent clean energy
The fifth-largest economy in the world, California, is on the verge of committing to 100 percent carbon-free energy by 2045. All that’s needed to make 100 percent clean energy the law is a signature from Governor Jerry Brown, who’s expected to sign the bill. Not only is it one of the most Read More...
Thank-you notes: Here’s why you should write them more often
When was the last time you wrote a thank-you note to someone? If you can’t remember the last time you sent one, a recent study may explain why. According to the new research, people chronically underestimate the power of expressing gratitude and overestimate how awkward it will be, which may keep Read More...
Healing the world by slowing down
Every family has two or three qualities they prize. In one family, parents praise their children for being good at sports; in another, for being musical or socially adept. At our house, speed was highly esteemed. The faster you could do a thing, the better. I turned out to have a knack for it. As Read More...