(StatePoint) All around us, life is getting louder. But home should be a place to relax and unwind. Between televisions, cell phones, computers and video games, it’s sometimes hard to find peace and quiet within the walls of your home. Luckily, with a few do-it-yourself soundproofing projects, you can reclaim your home as a place […]

(NewsUSA) – “They said I’d never build it. That if I built it, it wouldn’t fly. That if it flew, I couldn’t sell it. Well, I did, and it did, and I could.” Thus spoke the late Bill Lear. That’s Lear — as in the Learjet, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. But […]

(NAPSI)—If there were an Olympics for student math and science achievement, regrettably, there would be no U.S.A. cheers during the medal ceremonies. Two new reports show that American students rank 11th among major nations in 4th-grade math, ninth in 8th-grade math, seventh in 4th-grade science and tenth in 8th-grade science. This is no surprise, as […]

(NAPSI)—It could be a healthy idea to take a new look at an old spice. The Root of the Situation Turmeric, a tropical root and pungent spice used in Indian and Southeast Asian recipes to add a wonderfully nutty flavor, it seems, can also deliver a smorgasbord of powerful health benefits. The main bioactive compound […]

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(NAPSI)—The next time a crying baby practically has you in tears, don’t despair. First, remember, all babies cry-it’s how they communicate. Next, realize that constant crying may be colic, and a visit to the pediatrician may be in order. Finally, consider these tried-and-true ways to soothe an infant. What To Do ”¢ Bath time. A […]

(NAPSI)—Parents and teachers can do their youngsters a good turn by helping them learn to love science. Fortunately, it can be both easy and enjoyable to do. Here are a few hints on how: What You Can Do ”¢ Take a walk outside and look at the clouds. Talk to your youngsters about the different […]

(NAPSI)—Chances are that people you know and care about are among the estimated 54 million people living with autism and other disabilities in America today. Easter Seals invites you to join other families living with disabilities in its national signature event, Walk With Me. Its all about heightening awareness around issues affecting the disability community […]

(NAPSI)—Smile. You may be on someone’s smartphone camera. After all, about every third picture Americans snap is taken with a phone. If you’ve been clicking away with your phone, you may be glad to know that printing your photos is only one step away. You can easily download the free Walgreens mobile app that enables […]

(NAPSI)—From President Obama to CEOs and governors, national leaders have been calling for improvements in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education so the next generation will exceed the level of innovation, problem solving and technological advancement required in a globally competitive environment. To that end, having exceptional teachers in the classroom to help students […]