The United States invests roughly $60 billion each year in university research, yet most taxpayers have little understanding of how that money is spent or what happens inside the laboratories where many of tomorrow’s breakthroughs are developed. A new book by scientist and educator Darren J. Lipomi aims to change that. In Science Nonfiction: Behind…
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Summer travel is in full swing, with millions of Americans heading to beaches, national parks, amusement parks and international destinations. But for many travelers, motion sickness can turn an exciting vacation into an uncomfortable experience, making remedies for nausea and dizziness an essential addition to travel bags. Motion sickness affects people of all ages and…
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Drivers looking to modernize their vehicles without purchasing a new car are increasingly turning to aftermarket technology that adds advanced connectivity, entertainment and artificial intelligence features through simple plug-and-play devices. One company capitalizing on that trend is Ottocast, whose lineup of smart driving accessories is designed to upgrade existing vehicles with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android…
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Every year, U.S. taxpayers invest approximately $60 billion in university research, helping fund scientific discoveries that can lead to new medicines, technologies and public policy solutions. Yet, according to scientist Darren J. Lipomi, Ph.D., few Americans understand how that system operates behind the scenes. Lipomi explores that question in his new book, Science Nonfiction: Behind…
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Building a successful business doesn’t always require a complicated strategy. According to Terry Conway, the former owner of Handy Seafood and former chief financial officer of Perdue Farms, lasting success comes down to mastering three fundamental principles. Conway outlines that philosophy in his new book, Business is Simple: From a Family Cottage Business to World…
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Vitamin C, retinol and hyaluronic acid often dominate skincare conversations, but a new survey suggests dermatologists are placing their confidence in a different ingredient when it comes to long-term skin health: ceramides. According to a June 2026 survey conducted by skincare brand Skinara, 63 board-certified dermatologists were asked which ingredients they most commonly recommend for…
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Music executive Kei Henderson is emerging as one of the industry’s most influential advocates for independent artists. Henderson is the founder and CEO of Third + Hayden, an Atlanta-based artist management, publishing and creative development company that has built partnerships with Live Nation, The Orchard and SoundCloud while championing a business model centered on artist…
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June is Men’s Health Month, and while conversations often focus on physical fitness and disease prevention, financial experts say one significant health issue frequently goes overlooked: financial stress. According to Jeff Smith, a financial planner and owner of The Retirement Smith, the emotional burden of financial pressure is affecting millions of men, contributing to both…
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The first few months on a new job can shape an employee’s long-term career trajectory, and leadership expert Dr. Lois Frankel says many young women underestimate just how important that period can be. In the newly revised 2026 edition of her bestselling book, Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office, Frankel argues that workplace success…
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As summer travel reaches its peak, many travelers are looking beyond neck pillows and noise-canceling headphones for ways to make long journeys more comfortable. One category drawing attention is wearable sound frequency devices, which are marketed as tools to promote relaxation, better sleep and stress relief while traveling. Among the products entering the wellness space…
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