The naked truth: How to prevent baring it all due to hair loss Whether it's a few extra hairs in the sink or a completely bare scalp, baldness is a common issue for many people - not just men. If caught early enough, balding can be slowed or even stopped. Here's what you need to know.
Simple tips for completing a DIY home project on time and on budget We are in the midst of a do-it-yourself revolution, with more Americans pulling out the tool belt and getting their hands dirty. If you'd like to hop on the DIY bandwagon and enjoy the money savings and pride that comes with completing a project yourself, it's important to keep some tips in mind so your grand ideas don't...
The first 100 years: Innovation in distance learning Where a college education was once confined to an elite minority, higher education today is attainable for the majority of Americans. Perhaps the most dramatic impact was made by the emergence of distance learning, which allows students to access degree programs targeting their unique educational goals from anywhere in t...
Top 10 tips for staying safe online Whether playing online games, sending and responding to emails, visiting social networks or checking bank accounts, the average American spends 13 hours per week online, according to a survey taken by Forrester. While the ever-evolving conveniences of online shopping and digital communication often make life a little eas...
New electronic payment rule will protect federal benefit payments from financial crimes Last year alone, more than 440,000 Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) checks were reported lost or stolen. Despite the risks, millions of senior citizens, people with disabilities and other federal benefit recipients still receive their payments by paper check. Beneficiaries' increased exposure to fin...
Fall foods: Helping heartburn sufferers keep the heat in the kitchen With the fall season comes a drop in temperatures and a surge of hearty comfort foods. But while enjoying a favorite dish or trying something new might leave some people with a warm, fuzzy feeling, many Americans might be experiencing a fiery and uncomfortable case of heartburn. Fortunately, frequent heartburn sufferers ...
Simple ways to keep skin healthy during cold weather While the crisp, cool weather may leave a healthy-looking rosy glow on cheeks, colder seasons can be tremendously harsh on skin. Extreme changes and inclement weather during the fall and winter months can leave skin dry, chapped and even cracked. Here are some simple ways to keep skin healthy during cold weather.
Gifts that can help close the generation gap Grandma gives Johnny wool socks. Susie delivers ear buds to Grandpa, who thinks an MP3 player is a character in a James Bond movie. When it comes to the gaps between generations, gift-giving can cast into stark relief the differences between age groups. But it is possible to find gifts that spring from common ground - an...
Holiday home entertaining made simple and satisfying The pressure to host the perfect party can take all the joy out of what is supposed to be a fun and memorable occasion with friends and family. But holiday entertaining doesn't have to equal stress. By planning ahead and simplifying your party plans, you can host a fun, festive get-together that you'll remember for holid...
Driving student interest in STEM subjects helps foster innovation for the future In a world that is defined by rapid change - particularly in technology - there are concerns that students today won't be prepared for the challenges of the future. Of all U.S. high school students who graduated in 2011, only 45 percent were ready for college-level math and 30 percent for science, according to ACT, a col...
Home improvements that help save energy year-round Want to save more of your hard-earned paycheck? Conduct a quick home improvement checkup to look for potential maintenance needs that can help you save energy year-round.
