A look at the modern marvel of wireless charging
Will plugs someday soon go the way of the dinosaur? Probably not, but wireless charging increasingly makes plugging into outlets unnecessary. Many phones,…
Author: The Smart Reader Staff
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Get colorful with food
There is one easy ways to get more nutrients into your diet: Look for color. The more colorful your plate, the more nutritious it is likely to be. * Take…
It’s hot — drink more water
When it’s more than 80 degrees out, it’s hard for your body to maintain a temperature balance. That can result in heat fatigue, heat rash, vomiting,…
OJ offers lots of health benefits
At least 170 phytochemicals have been identified in orange juice. Orange juice also contains vitamin C, carotenoids and fiber. A study published in the…
Prevent drowning
Drowning is the second leading cause of injury-related death in children. The National Safety Council says: 1. Never leave a child alone near water, even…
How much do Americans save?
At the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, Americans hoarded cash. According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, in April 2020, Americans were saving…
Emergency savings
About one in five Americans didn’t save any money in 2021, according to the MagnifyMoney Savings Index. About 18 percent of respondents admitted to…
Easy savings
The average American could save $300 per month just by not eating out, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. If you do eat out, skip the drinks and…
Into the metaverse: the virtual future
If you follow tech news, you may have heard the term metaverse tossed around in recent months. In October 2021, the company that owns Facebook and…
One flaw made Tesla’s autos easy to steal
Physical keys are so 20th century. Many carmakers are doing away with keys, instead opting for digital systems that allow you to start a vehicle with a…