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A poetry collection, a coming-of-age novel and a history of deep sea exploration are unlikely to be found in the same section of your favorite bookstore. But they all have enough in common to be this year's winners of Science + Literature awards, $10,000 prizes administered by the National Book Foundation and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.…
Getty A few times a year, whether in the financial press or from clients and prospective clients, we encounter comments about mutual funds that contain misconceptions. There are three more-frequent misconceptions that I would like to clear up and purge from investors’ memories. To establish a foundation, it’s essential to understand that a mutual fund,…
It’s a well-known fact that Singaporeans love property. Before the pandemic, it was common to hear of hordes of people thronging condominium showrooms where units are snapped up like hotcakes. While the pandemic has eliminated these throngs, the property market continues to remain buoyant. Last month, 99.co and SRX reported that condominium resale prices climbed…
Developing a strong sense of self is one of the most under-appreciated ways to be happy. To have healthy relationships, with others and with yourself. It’s not often understood, and as a result, problems in this area cause problems in all areas of our lives. Let me point out just some of the common symptoms…
A new study has shown that a common cholesterol medication could help to slow the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. The research, which was undertaken by scientists in Sweden, suggests that statin drugs could reduce congestion in the brain that leads to cognitive decline. Statins are used to help lower bad cholesterols in the blood known as low-density lipoproteins (LDL). Using data from the Swedish Registry for Cognitive/Dementia Disorders, the researchers the effects of statins on pathways in the brain
Financial stability is a key aspect of a secure life, yet many find themselves in precarious situations due to certain common mistakes. If you’re afraid to fall into the empty pits of a wallet, you’re not alone. In fact, according to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, bankruptcy filings totaled 418,724 in the ending filing year of June 2023. There’s ways to prevent a lonely bank account, but the only way to prevent a crash is to know the warning signs ahead. Here are six of the fastest and most prevalent ways people end up facing financial ruin:
While the practice is usually common in times of rising prices, “we happen to be in a tidal wave at the moment,” shrinkflation expert Edgar Dworsky told AP, as manufacturers work to “balance” the increased costs of gas, labor, and supplies against sales and profit, he added in a separate conversation with The New York Times.
Cathryn Virginia/Bloomberg As water shortages and drought become increasingly common, cities will need to invest in infrastructure and find ways to recycle their supply. Cities across time have str…
HTML is a simple language, but its vocabulary is larger than you might realize. Learn all about some of the more unusual tags you can use. As a web developer, you should be well-versed in common HT…
getty One of the worst financial fears most Americans have is being laid off and unfortunately, this is becoming more common. What should you do if this were to happen to you? Here are some steps y…
A successful brand influences the way people perceive a company’s name, history, logo, and marketing campaigns. A strong brand not only makes customers pay attention but also enables your co…
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Provided by The Cool Down New research suggests that exposure to plastic could be contributing to obesity, with thousands of chemicals in items made from the material unknown. A study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology found over 55,000 types of chemicals present in common plastic products, and only 11 of those compounds were able to…
Delmaine Donson / iStock.com When it comes to saving for retirement, the common advice is to aim for $1 million. This number has been cited so often that investors may feel as if they’re failing if they don’t reach it. But that shouldn’t be the case. In fact, statistically, just 10% of Americans have saved $1…
Credit to : arminhamidian Are you having trouble getting clients? you are not alone. It is not difficult to start a business, but it might be tough to grow it over time. This is due to the fact that you demand regular cash flow. One of the most common causes of failure in fast-growing businesses…
Tax season is an ideal season for scammers. People are stressed-out and intimidated by the prospect of filing taxes. As a result, they may be more vulnerable to deception, including scammers’ efforts to obtain their valuable personal information, pursue refunds in a taxpayer’s name, and trick them into paying for fraudulent tax services.
Property investment is one of the most lucrative ways to make a living, as long as you do it right. When investing, deciding on the type of property you’re going to purchase is a significant factor, as your selection may result in success or failure. To guarantee the success of your investment, you should consider buy-to-let property, which is one of the most common and lucrative property types you will come across. Buy-to-let offers an array of benefits which will either boost your current portfolio or enable you to start a successful career in the real estate sector.
When we ask investors about their realistic expectations for returns on their retirement portfolios, the answers are often anything but: “Anything from 10% at the bottom to 15% at the top” is a common response. Keeping in mind that the average stock market return is around 8% per year, as measured by the S&P 500 index, it’s easy to see why these scenarios, particularly at the higher end, are somewhat overly optimistic.
How Scammers Use Psychology To Create Some of The Most Convincing Internet Cons Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock Online fraud is today’s most common crime. Victims are often told they are foolish for falling for it, but fraudsters use psychological mechanisms to infiltrate the defenses of their targets,...
Getty Images Childhood trauma involve aversive, distressing experiences that can affect a child’s ability to function and cope. Unfortunately, it is all too common. An estimated 46% of child…
Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock Online fraud is today’s most common crime. Victims are often told they are foolish for falling for it, but fraudsters use psychological mechanisms to infiltrate the defenses…
Common interview mistakes can cost people thousands of dollars in salary…getty With many companies laying off workers in 2023, competition is increasing for high-paying roles. Put more money …
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