Charitable organizations need our help more than ever. But how do you choose a good nonprofit? Here’s what you need to know and what documents you’ll need for Uncle Sam. 1. KNOW YOUR HEART Before you hit the “donate now” button on a website or send a check, “it’s important to do an audit …
The very common phenomenon is known as earworm, and while more research is needed to determine exactly what’s happening in your brain when they take hold, the repetition often is related to stress. Anything repeated probably has some tension-reducing characteristic, capturing your attention so you’re not attending to other things you find unpleasant. It …
STAY BUSY This is of the utmost importance, says Ronan Factora, M.D., geriatrician at Cleveland Clinic. “Over time, a lack of activity will lead to stiffness and greater feelings of fatigue — the key is to keep moving.” To prioritize an active life, approach each day as if you were going to work — …
Is Fido a little lazy lately? Get moving with these expert tips. HOOF IT! Use stairs to play fetch with you pup, suggests Colleen Demling-Riley, dog behaviorist for dogtopia.com. Toss a favorite ball or toy up the stairs and have her race to get it. MIX IT UP Change your normal walking route to …
It was on January 1, 1776 that the Continental army was restructured and adjusted according to a Congressional resolution which heralded American forces to the command of George Washington. On that day, the American Continental Army was blockading Boston which had been taken over by the British army. It has been said that the …
More important than proving perfection on your party’s side, is a willingness to seek out the mistakes and correct them; to improve; to monitor your integrity. In the face of the opposition bashing away and looking for any sign of weakness it is tempting to deny any fault at all, but it is still …
Have you ever screamed at the television or radio? These days, Americans have plenty to be outraged about… and if you’ve ever asked yourself the above question, you’re definitely not alone. The question is: what are we going to do about it? I’ve noticed a lot of disturbing trends in our country today, and …
The guillotine was first put to lethal use on April 25, 1792, at 3:30 PM, in Paris at the Place de Greve on the Right Bank of the Seine. It separated highwayman Nicolas Jacques Pelletier’s head from the rest of his body. The device was perfected – though not invented – by Doctor Joseph …
We ranked 25 models on setup, speed and quality. These four got the job done. BEST BUDGET OPTION HP DeskJet 3755 Compact All-in-One Printer, $90 amazon.com Our testers called this model small but “quite mighty,” noting that the folding output tray makes it ideal for dorm rooms and other tight spaces. For occasional printing …
We rated 21 popular models on design, features and performance. These three are worth the dough. BEST BUDGET OPTION Hamilton Beach Classic Stand and Hand Mixer, $40 amazon.com For bakers who don’t want to break the bank, this mixer, with dual countertop and handheld functionality, tackles most jobs with ease. It also comes with …