How morning routines can improve productivity
There is no magic bullet for creating maximum productivity, but studies and interviews with high achievers have shown that a well-executed morning routine…
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Horror films stream in the profits
Low-budget, high-profit horror films have made a killing in the movie industry, even though they have been considered low-brow entertainment. But the…
Travel during’shoulder season’ for best prices
Book in shoulder season for best prices, access Everyone knows the difference between peak season and off season, but there is another season for…
Connected Cars power safety, security challenges
It’s not just the fridge that will be connected to the Internet of Things (IoT). One of the biggest (and most satisfying) challenges is connecting the…
New tech aims to keep food fresher longer
Those lovely fresh fruits and vegetables stocked in your local store look picture perfect. For a time. But, sadly, as every consumer who overbuys lettuce…
Margarine was once made with whale oil
Margarine, that spreadable, butter-like substance, was until the 1940s or so made with whale oil. In fact, whale oil and margarine were so important to…
Smart bathroom: Mirrors with bad news. Light shows. Music.
Smart technology in the modern bathroom Mirrors with bad news. Light shows. Music. Here’s a technology idea: A mirror with an opinion. It’s not as if the…
Consumers give high ratings to mail-order mattresses
Mail-order mattresses were introduced to the market in 2007 with the original Bed in a Box but since then, they are everywhere. The idea started to go…
Feeling chilly: How the body weathers winter
Suddenly in February, the day turns sunny. It’s 50 degrees and it feels marvelous. Turn down the heat! Go for a walk! So why does 50 degrees feel so…
Being important, statistically speaking
You’ve noticed, of course, that marketers are looking for that sweet demographic in everything. And that demographic starts at the age of the grandkids…