If a top-secret Amazon program comes to market, then package delivery might be the next industry to face a serious disruption. FedEx recently posted a less-than-stellar quarterly earnings report, and now the shipping company faces a threat from their own customers. Online retail superstore Amazon is developing a new crowd-sourced delivery scheme, in which retail […]
Read MoreEnergy-saving appliances have become the focus of many renovation and repair projects for homes and businesses alike, with a multitude of tax benefits and promises of lower energy bills. But what happens if these savings don’t actually pay off like they’re supposed to? According to a paper recently published by researchers from the University of […]
Read MoreA timeless fashion icon will finally get the digital makeover she deserves. This summer, one of the most iconic figures in American history will debut a revamped social media presence targeting the next generation of Americans. Yes, it’s official: Barbie is the latest breakout Instagram star. In June, toy maker Mattel rolled out a new […]
Read MoreThe tragic massacre of nine Charleston citizens in a historic black church has reignited a controversy over the confederate flag, which still flies at full mast outside the South Carolina state capital. The debate over the confederate flag has burned for decades, with some calling the rebel flag a harmless symbol of southern heritage, and […]
Read MoreGovernor Nikki Haley (R) of South Carolina recently signed into law a bill that would require all law enforcement agencies in the state to wear body cameras. However, the footage from the cameras will not be made available to the public. Al Jazeera America reports that on June 10th, Haley signed the bill in a public […]
Read MoreNot only does chocolate taste delicious and help release pleasure-causing endorphin molecules, new evidence suggests it could be good for your heart, too. A study published on Monday, June 15 in the medical journal Heart claims that regular chocolate eaters reduced their risk of cardiovascular disease and strokes in comparison to those who rarely or […]
Read MoreWith the state facing an unprecedented affordable housing crisis, California’s Supreme Court ruled to uphold San Jose’s controversial affordable housing requirement, saying cities and counties have the right to require housing developers to sell some housing at below-market rates. According to a June 15 LA Times article, the unanimous decision came after court justices reviewed study after […]
Read MoreWith competition in the restaurant industry constantly on the rise, many restaurants are looking for ways to get a leg up on their competitors. They do this by offering unique dining experiences, low prices, or added values to purchases. We’ve taken a look at three possibilities to consider to get your customers to stay longer, […]
Read MoreImages of baby animals aren’t exactly rare on the internet, but the latest viral video making the rounds may have you counting goats instead of sheep. Two baby goats, Winnefred and Monty, are seen frolicking around Sunflower Farm Creamery in Cumberland, Maine. While that on its own might not sound too interesting, here’s what is: […]
Read MoreEvery dog owner feels a special bond with his or her four-legged friend. However, a new study published in the journal Physiology and Behavior reveals that this bond goes much deeper than we think — in fact, the connection between humans and dogs actually exists on a hormonal level. According to a June 9 Fox News article, the study […]
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