Ditch the watch to enjoy run
New research suggests that when runners leave their watches and fitness trackers at home, they might enjoy their workouts more, according to CNN….
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Celebrate with traditional Mexican Rosca de Reyes
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Professional chimney sweeps say any soot deposits more than a quarter-inch thick present a fire hazard. The soot, called creosote, is one of the top…
10 ways to put safety at the top of your holiday list
If you consider winter heating, overloaded electrical circuits and flammable decorations, you’ll understand why December is prime time for home fires….
How you can reduce your electricity bills this holiday season
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Tax changes offer big benefits for families
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Spreading your wings: Preparing to live on your own
For many young adults, moving out of their parents’ home is both exciting and stressful. Fortunately, proper preparation and sound financial planning can…
Behemoths of the sea: Container ships reach staggering sizes
Gaze upon an ocean and you’ll see breaking waves and soaring seabirds. You might also catch sight of cargo container ships plying the seas. Container…
Global seaborne shipping carries vast quantity of goods
If you have seen empty shelves at your local stores in the last few months, that might be because of the traffic jam in ocean shipping, which is…
The crews that make container ships go
Globalization now relies on massive shipping networks that criss-cross the globe. Many of the goods around your house likely crossed oceans on their…