According to a recent CNBC report, saving for retirement is an increasing struggle for homemakers and single seniors, who are more often women than men. For the more than 40 million Americans age 65 and older, who make up 13% of the population, retirement is nearing closer and closer every day. But the problem comes for the 51% of homemakers who have no saving and retirement strategy whatsoever. Because 81% of homemakers are women, this means a big issue for … Continue reading “Retirement Harder For Female Homemakers”
Stocks Rise in Anticipation of Fed Meeting
Posted on September 22, 2015July 19, 2024Categories Featured News Leave a comment on Stocks Rise in Anticipation of Fed MeetingUnited States stocks rose suddenly in anticipation of a crucial Federal Reserve meeting. A two-day meeting of policy makers will focus on whether or not to increase interest rates — something that has not been done in more than a decade. Investors and economists who have debated the topic are split about what the Fed will or should do with the interest rates. There is much to consider on the topic, starting with the fact that the housing market is … Continue reading “Stocks Rise in Anticipation of Fed Meeting”
8 Chinese Startups to Receive $67m from Intel Capital Investments
Posted on September 21, 2015July 19, 2024Categories Featured Leave a comment on 8 Chinese Startups to Receive $67m from Intel Capital InvestmentsIntel Capital, the global venture investment division of Intel Corporation, announced Thursday its plan to invest $67 million into eight Chinese technology startups across various industries. Those industries include: robotics, smart devices, Internet of Things (IoT), big data, cloud services, and data analytics, according to The Wall Street Journal. Ian Yang, Intel China President, called China a global leader in technology innovation. “Our investments, new products and collaborations in China support the government’s national initiative to uplift its innovation economy … Continue reading “8 Chinese Startups to Receive $67m from Intel Capital Investments”
New Study Shows that Vitamin C Can Mimic Some Effects of Exercise
Posted on September 21, 2015July 19, 2024Categories Featured Leave a comment on New Study Shows that Vitamin C Can Mimic Some Effects of ExerciseAccording to a recent study by researchers at the University of Colorado at Boulder, adults who are overweight may be able to achieve some of the cardiovascular benefits of exercise, without having to actually exercise. The results of the study were presented in Atlanta at the American Psychological Society’s annual meeting, reports the LA Times. The study included the careful examination of 35 overweight subjects and the effects of Vitamin C on their cardiovascular health. Before the trial began, all of … Continue reading “New Study Shows that Vitamin C Can Mimic Some Effects of Exercise”
How Tado’s New Smart Thermostat Could Slash Your Energy Bills
Posted on September 15, 2015July 19, 2024Categories Technology Leave a comment on How Tado’s New Smart Thermostat Could Slash Your Energy BillsThere are few things we Americans love more than air conditioning. Air conditioners provide an essential respite from the sweltering heat of summer, helping us stay cool and comfortable no matter what it’s like outside. And with 90% of new homes in the U.S. coming equipped with air conditioning, it’s a near guarantee that you’ll have an air conditioner in your living space. But what if there was a way to make your air conditioning system do even more for … Continue reading “How Tado’s New Smart Thermostat Could Slash Your Energy Bills”
West Coast Prepares for El Nino with Some Help from Roofers
Posted on September 4, 2015July 19, 2024Categories Business Leave a comment on West Coast Prepares for El Nino with Some Help from RoofersBoard up the windows and batten down the hatches — El Nino is on its way to the West Coast. At least that’s what the National Weather Service is calling for. A local CBS San Francisco Bay Area affiliate, KPIX 5, reported Monday they are placing the chance of seeing the storm this winter at 90%. This news is far from breaking as it has been a general belief in the meteorology community this summer, but one of the effects … Continue reading “West Coast Prepares for El Nino with Some Help from Roofers”
For This Industry, Floods and Droughts are an Opportunity
Posted on September 4, 2015July 19, 2024Categories Business, Economy, Entrepreneurs Leave a comment on For This Industry, Floods and Droughts are an OpportunityThe U.S. is home to an estimated 40,523 carpet and upholstery cleaning businesses, and the industry generates about $4 billion of revenue every year. But now, entrepreneurs within the industry are adapting to the consequences of two major natural disasters at opposite ends of the weather spectrum — floods and droughts. In Colorado, enterprising millennial Jonathan Barnett founded Oxi Fresh nine years ago in Denver, Colorado, when he was just 21. He wants to help pioneer environmentally friendly carpet cleaning … Continue reading “For This Industry, Floods and Droughts are an Opportunity”