Shauna Wright
This Day in History for July 20 – Apollo 11 Lands and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1903 – Ford Motor Company ships its first car (More info)
1960 – Sirimavo Bandaranaike of Ceylon — now Sri Lanka — is elected as Prime Minister, thus becoming the world’s first elected female head of government (More info)
How Often Do Money Disputes Break Up Friendships? — Dollars and Sense
Money may not be the root of all evil, but a recent survey indicates income inequality is having an affect on our relationships. In fact, fully one in five friendships has been cut short thanks to some sort of financial dispute.
Does Facebook Make It Harder to Heal a Broken Heart?
Relationship experts often say the fastest and easiest way to get over someone is to make a clean break — essentially erase the person from your consciousness. But with the advent of social media, that’s getting harder and harder to do.
And it seems we’re bringing a lot of the anguish on ourselves.
What Are the Best Cities for Young Newlyweds?
Young couples who’ve just tied the knot and are looking for a place to call home might want to consider the Lone Star State.
Pistol-Packin’ Grandpa Thwarts Florida Robbery [VIDEO]
Robbery 101: before you try to shake down a public establishment, make sure no one there is armed. That’s what two would-be thieves in Florida learned the hard way last weekend.
FDA Approves Anti-Obesity Drug Qsymia [VIDEO]
Less than a month after the FDA approved weight loss drug Belviq — the first anti-obesity drug to gain federal approval in over a decade — the agency has signed off on Qsymia, another medication to help combat the nation’s expanding waistline.
New Movie Releases — ‘The Dark Knight Rises’
The most hotly-anticipated movie of the summer opens this weekend, so it’s no surprise it’ll stand alone as the only new flick to hit theaters. Who’d want to compete against what will almost surely wind up being one of the most successful films of all time?
This Day in History for July 19 – First Women’s Rights Convention and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1692 – Five women are hanged for witchcraft in Salem, Mass. (More info)
1848 – The first women’s rights convention, called by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia C. Mott, was held in Seneca Falls, N.Y. (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for July 19 – Brian May, Anthony Edwards and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Brian May
Age: 65
Occupation: Songwriter and Musician
Known For: Playing guitar with the legendary band Queen and writing such hits as ‘We Will Rock You,’ ‘Who Wants to Live Forever,’ ‘Fat Bottomed Girls’ and ‘I Want it All,’ having a PhD in astrophysics, and being ranked No. 26 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the 100 Greatest Gui
What Can Ruin Your Health More Than Smoking?
If you’re sedentary, it’s time to get moving — a new study has revealed a lack of physical activity could be as harmful to your health as smoking.
Here’s Your Chance to Add Words to the English Language
Ever wanted to have a say in which words are actually, well, words? Now’s your chance — UK dictionary publisher Collins is asking the public to suggest new words to include in its latest edition.
Boy Scouts Reaffirm Policy of Banning Gays [VIDEO, POLL]
Despite a call from activist groups, the Boy Scouts of America has decided to keep its controversial policy of not allowing gays to be scouts or scout leaders.
Master the Dos and Don’ts of Making Sure Your Resume Stands Out to Land the Job of Your Dreams
If you’re having trouble landing a job, maybe it’s time to look at your resume the way a hiring manager or recruiter would and learn what they like — and what will send your application straight to the trash.
Do Telecommuters Earn Less Than Office Workers? — Dollars and Sense
Telecommuters enjoy a lot of perks, but they may come at a steep price: a new study finds people who work at home get smaller raises, fewer promotions and lower performance reviews.
How Much Sleep Should You Get to Keep Your Memory Sharp?
We all know getting too little sleep isn’t good for us, but did you know getting too much shuteye can make your memory worse, too?
Celebrity Birthdays for July 18 – Nelson Mandela, Sir Richard Branson and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Nelson Mandela
Age: 94
Occupation: South African Activist and Politician
Known For: His tireless anti-apartheid work, surviving 27 years in a brutal prison, being the first South African president elected in a fully representative democratic election, and receiving more than 250 awards over four decades including the Nobel Peace Prize
This Day in History for July 18 – ‘Mein Kampf’ Published and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
64 – A great fire begins that ultimately destroys most of Rome (More info)
1925 – Adolf Hitler publishes the first volume of his personal manifesto, ‘Mein Kampf’ (More info)
Study Finds Americans Have Way Too Much Stuff
Fans of HGTV’s popular show ‘House Hunters’ know that one of the most common things people look for when purchasing a new home is more storage space — bigger closets, bigger garages, bigger basements.
And according to a recent study, it’s no wonder: we’re drowning in our own clutter.
FDA Approves Truvada to Help Prevent HIV Infections in Healthy Individuals
On Monday, the FDA approved a groundbreaking drug called Truvada, the first medication shown to prevent HIV in people who have sex with those infected with the virus that causes AIDS.
Call It the ‘Great Wealthy North’ — Canadians Are Richer Than Americans
When President Obama’s healthcare law was upheld by the Supreme Court, some infuriated people had a rather amusing response: they vowed to move to Canada, a country where socialized medicine is the law of the land.
But it’s perhaps thanks to that and other “socialist” policies that Canadians are now richer than Americans.