Although many sectors show higher unemployment rates, the current job market has plenty of available STEM jobs that exceed the number of applicants. Unfortunately, many women and minority groups do not pursue STEM jobs due to shortcomings in K-12 education. To address this issue, former President Obama called for STEM education reform, emphasizing the need for more challenging curriculums, parental involvement, and better teacher support. To encourage and promote STEM education, various programs and initiatives like FIRST competitions, ASME, and the Decision Point Dialogues have been created to educate pre-college students on the fun side of STEM topics while teaching…
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(NewsUSA) – As parents send their children off to college, safety is a major concern. Roughly 4 million young adults visit emergency rooms each year due to incidents such as car accidents, medical emergencies, sexual assault, drug overdoses, and alcohol poisoning, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is where the Emergency app comes into play. Gail Schenbaum founded the app after having no emergency contact information for her daughter’s college, local hospitals, or police departments during a crisis. The app is designed to offer safety and security resources for students, their families, friends, and…
(NewsUSA) – In today’s digitally connected world, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones to smart homes, we are surrounded by digital devices that have made our lives simpler and more convenient. To help simplify life even further, Tech Lifestyle Expert Carley Knobloch has teamed up with KillerApps.com and four leading brands to showcase some of the best smart tech for 2019. One of the must-have gadgets for anyone on-the-go is a laptop, and the Lenovo Yoga C630 is the perfect solution. Designed for mobile multi-taskers, the Yoga C630 combines the power and productivity of…
(NewsUSA) – The retail industry is incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) technology across the entire product and service cycle to keep up with the times. Major retailers such as Walmart, Sephora, Walgreens, North Face, Uniqlo, West Elm, and Macy’s are using AI to improve customers’ experiences while also enhancing security. For instance, Walgreens uses technology to track the spread of flu based on prescription pick-up locations, enabling it to alert customers to flu activity in their local area and to stock flu-related products. Make-up company Sephora uses AI technology in many stores to scan customers’ faces and help them choose the…
(NewsUSA) – The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in most people having to conduct their daily lives, including work, entertainment, and social interactions, online. As a result, people of all ages are experiencing symptoms of cybersickness, which is a form of motion sickness characterized by nausea, disorientation, and oculomotor disturbances. The phenomenon of cybersickness existed before the pandemic, but it was mostly studied in the context of virtual reality games. According to Kay Stanney and colleagues’ study published in the International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction in 2020, cybersickness can be attributed to one’s senses perceiving motion while their body remains still.…
Music and fitness go hand in hand, and recent studies show that music can provide real benefits when working out. From jogging to weightlifting to yoga, the right music can increase motivation and reduce the perception of physical effort. However, to get the most out of an exercise routine, high-quality headphones are necessary. Unfortunately, the current marketplace has limited options for women. As an active woman, selecting both the playlist and headphones that match her personality and preferred workout activities is essential. Here are some tips for finding the right headphones: 1. Comfort is critical for extended wear. Choose headphones…
During the economic downturn, businesses that adapted to the changing consumer trend of bulk buying and group discount websites were able to prosper. Warehouse clubs like Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s experienced significant growth, as did farmers’ markets and natural food stores. Whole Foods reported an annual growth of approximately 25% in bulk food purchases. Another trend was the popularity of group buying sites, such as Groupon, LivingSocial, and Dealfind, which allowed for discounts on a variety of commodities and services. However, there was still room for improvement in monthly expenses like car insurance, gas, and healthcare. All Our Power,…
Stress and anxiety can incur when receiving an invitation to a party, be it virtual or in-person. The dilemma of whether to bring a gift or not remains a complex social issue, compounded by the choice of the present that won’t offend the host or hostess. A bottle of wine might come off as pretentious, while craft beer may seem elitist. The guest would be forced to strike a balance and choose something that’s neither too expensive nor cheap. Another issue is attire. It’s unclear whether one should dress up or down, so clarifying with the hostess is crucial. Bringing…
Cigarette smoking has seen a decline in the United States thanks not only to education but also laws banning smoking in public spaces and workplaces, however, the moist tobacco market is increasing, rising by 7% from 2011 to 2014, which has led to an increase in the development of accessories by many companies. With the changing landscape of tobacco use, comes the opportunity to dispel some of the prevailing myths about tobacco use. The first myth is that tobacco users are messy; however, moist tobacco users have discovered accessories that make it easy to be neat and discreet, such as…
Ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Lyft, offer women considerable convenience and flexibility, however, the end-to-end nature of their services comes with an element of risk, including a raft of sexual assaults allegedly committed by drivers using the services. To highlight the issue, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center has teamed up with the National Limousine Association (NLA) to demand that drivers for Uber and Lyft be subjected to the same kind of rigorous criminal background checks that exist for taxi and limousine drivers. The NLA created the “Passenger Bill of Rights” last year as part of its “Ride Responsibly”…