An epidemic of obesity, diabetes and heart disease, combined with a medical system that favors those with money, is shortening the lifespan of Americans, a Washington Post report says. (Photo: Joel Mayward, Creative Commons)
How global warming makes weather extreme
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent as the earth grows warmer — a phenomenon climate scientists have predicted for years. But why is it happening, and what’s to come? This analysis from Bloomburg explains. (Photo: Takver, Creative Commons)
Learn to Save Money – Try a ‘Financial Fast’
Many of us have fallen into the simple habit of buying stuff we really don’t need. That’s why we have stuffed closets, refrigerators full of food we can’t possibly eat and credit cards that are maxed out. Here are three “financial fasts” that you — can try to build new habits. From the Washington Post. […]