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New Study Finds People Still Don’t Believe in the Dangers of Distracted Driving
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New Study Finds People Still Don’t Believe in the Dangers of Distracted Driving

It's no secret that distracted driving is a serious problem in today's society. In fact, 16% of all fatal car crashes are caused by distraction. Well, a new Australian study aims to shed some light on distracted driving habits. The study was based on a questionnaire that asked participants about under which circumstances they believed using a phone while driving was okay. The questionnaire was filled out by 447 drivers. The respondents were asked about six different scenarios, based on real traffic and road conditions. After reading the scenario, the respondents were asked to rate the likely crash risk, along with their comfort level driving in the scenario and how likely they were to use their phone to call or text during that time. The study clearly found that people still require ...
Educators Focusing On Teaching Financial Literacy to Nation’s Youth
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Educators Focusing On Teaching Financial Literacy to Nation’s Youth

When it comes to being an adult, being able to effectively handle and understand all the various aspects involved in finance is an essential responsibility. Even though financial literacy is imperative for every American adult, they don't always pick up these skills early on in life. In the past, since adults never learned too much about finance in school, they had to educate themselves on certain financial aspects. That still holds true today, but to even more extremes. In fact, according to a study from the National Endowment for Financial Education, only 24% of millennials have the ability to demonstrate basic financial literacy. Luckily, teachers and educational programs across the country are hoping to change this and inform young students about the importance of financial l...
New Pennsylvania Bill Aims to Create Stricter Laws for DUI Offenses
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New Pennsylvania Bill Aims to Create Stricter Laws for DUI Offenses

A new bill has been introduced in Pennsylvania to take steps towards inflicting stricter penalties on repeat DUI offenders. Backed by Republican state senators John Rafferty and Scott Martin, the bill was lobbied for by Pennsylvania Parents Against Impaired Driving (PAPAID). The group started with four or five families, founded by Elaine and Paul Miller, who lost their son after he was killed by a three-time DUI offender. The group has since grown to consist of 25 families, all grieving losses due to drunk driving. Back in April, the bill passed the Senate 45-4. Despite the fact that people drive under the influence over 330,000 times each day in the U.S., Pennsylvania remains one of four states that doesn't see repeat DUI offenses as a felony. Along with Pennsylvania, Maine, Marylan...
5 Easy Easy Home Fixes to Save Money This Summer
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5 Easy Easy Home Fixes to Save Money This Summer

Now that June 21 has come and gone, we can finally say it's summer. Unfortunately, those rising temps could also mean rising energy bills. If you've noticed your energy bill slowly start to climb, you're not alone: simple tasks we perform every day might be draining our bank accounts. Not to fear: there are ways to save some money without sacrificing your comfort. 1. Close your windows Did you know you can lose nearly 40% of heat through inefficient windows and doors? The same principle can be applied to your air conditioning. While keeping your windows closed during the summer seems like a cardinal sin, it's the best way to keep your home cool for your pets and family. Enjoy the summer breeze on cooler days instead. Promote your home's efficiency by installing new, double pane glass windo...
5 Healthy Foods All Seniors Should Add to Their Diet
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5 Healthy Foods All Seniors Should Add to Their Diet

By 2030, six out of 10 Baby Boomers will be managing a chronic condition. This makes it more important than ever to stay healthy as you age. Summer is the perfect time to start a fresh diet or exercise routine, and understanding the right choices for your health is the best way to prevent some of the most common illnesses. Here are just a few health-boosting foods that all seniors should add to their diet this summer. Honey Americans consume about 1.3 pounds of honey per person per year, but it's much more than a sweet and delicious treat -- it can actually enhance memory retention for seniors. Honey can be enjoyed in virtually countless ways, but one of the simplest ways to enjoy it is simply to add it to some hot tea. Memory loss is one of the most common signs of aging in humans, but ad...
Dance Dangers: Important Prom Safety Tips For Parents
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Dance Dangers: Important Prom Safety Tips For Parents

If you're the proud parents of an American high schooler, your teen might soon be heading off to their prom (if not this year, then maybe next). While this is certainly an exciting time in any junior or senior's life, families understandably worry about the decisions their child make might or the situations they might face come prom night. This should be an enjoyable evening for all, but only if you're able to have open conversations with your teen about how they can prioritize their safety. To that end, you should consider the following tips. Know the Crew: You should know every individual who will be going to prom in the same group as your child (as well as their dates for the evening, if they don't attend the same school) and have contact information for them and their families....
Carpet vs. Hardwood Flooring, Which One Is Better For Your Home’s Resale Value?
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Carpet vs. Hardwood Flooring, Which One Is Better For Your Home’s Resale Value?

If you're thinking about putting your home on the market, then you should be thinking about improvements you can make to increase the value of your home. One of the biggest things that buyers care about in the home is the flooring. Today, I want to discuss two of the most common options, at opposite ends of the flooring affordability spectrum: hardwood floors or carpets. If you're wondering which is better in terms of resale value and ROI, here is a basic comparison between the two. Maintenance Carpets need to be vacuumed on a regular basis, and you really need to get them steamed about twice a year to keep them in good shape. Carpets can get stained pretty easily, so regular upkeep is essential. Unfortunately, they can also absorb odors like a sponge. Hardwood floors are much easier ...
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Louisiana Man Hopes Younger Generation Consider HVAC Field

When Louisiana's Tim Boudreaux was in high school in 1973, he wanted to sign up for a drafting class at a career school in New Iberia. The only problem was the class was full. To get out of his slump of disappointment, his friend suggested he try out an air conditioning class as there were only five people in it. And the rest is history. According to The Daily Advisor, Boudreaux loved his air conditioning class and started learning how to repair air conditioners. A few months after the class, he started repairing the units himself. Now years later in 2018, Boudreaux owns Tim’s Air Conditioner and Refrigeration. He employs 18 people and his company serves customers in Lafayette, New Iberia, and Broussard. They also work with people within a 50-mile radius of Lafayette. Because of a...
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Many Men Turning to ‘Brotox’

For years, women have visited the plastic surgeon’s office to get their hands on a bit of Botox to make their fine lines and wrinkles disappear. But recently, men are hopping on board and hoping to get their hands on the male-purposed formula. That new formula is being referred to as “Brotox”. According to The National Post the men’s plastic surgery center Marina ManLand near the LA airport has seen a rise in male Botox requests as of late. Plastic surgeon Grant Stevens says his sports bar-like practice has been flooded with requests. ManLand is symbolic as the distributors of Botox, Xeomin, and Dysport try to turn their selling focus to men. During the Stanley Cup Finals, Botox rolled out print, television, and social media ads to try and lure in male customers. The Brotox works th...
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Prosecutors: Man Accused of Killing His Wife Years After He Said She Died in a Car Crash

A man once regarded as a widower is now being accused of murdering his wide. According to the Washington Post, Donnie Rudd, now 76, has been accused of murdering his wife, who he previously said died in a car crash in 1973. On September 14, 1973, Donnie Rudd and his then-wife Noreen Kumeta Rudd were in a vehicle that had plowed off into a field next to an empty stretch of road in Barrington Hills, Illinois. Rudd told police that they had been forced off the road by a passing vehicle and that Noreen was thrown from their Pinto, smashing her head on a rock. They were only married for 27 days at the time of the crash. But now, prosecutors are saying he used the crash the cover up her coldblooded murder. The prosecutors say that Rudd didn’t marry Noreen because he loved her. They say...