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Watch how climate change has impacted Earth since 1984
Read full article: Watch how climate change has impacted Earth since 1984With Earth Day 2021 rapidly approaching, Google Earth has released a feature that might really open some eyes when it comes to how certain parts of the globe have changed in recent decades.
Have you seen โhydroponically grownโ produce? Hereโs what it means
Read full article: Have you seen โhydroponically grownโ produce? Hereโs what it meansAs youโve recently perused the produce area at your store, did you happen to notice any fruits or vegetables that said โhydroponically grown?โ
Hereโs how the top tax preparation softwares stack up against each other
Read full article: Hereโs how the top tax preparation softwares stack up against each otherThe clockโs winding down on the extended tax season, and for those who might have procrastinated, weโre here to fill you in on your options, so you can decide for yourself which tax preparation service is best for you. With the help of Consumers Advocate, weโve provided a comprehensive list for you. Click on the following company names to learn more about how the services they provide stack up: Jackson Hewitt | TaxPoint | Taxbrain | OnePriceTaxes.
Would you know what to do during a tornado? We have tips
Read full article: Would you know what to do during a tornado? We have tipsAs mid-May arrives, tornado season begins to reach its peak, proving to be a big threat, and nearly every state in the United States can experience a tornado. Having said that, do you know the safest things you can do for you and your family should a tornado strike near your home? Because of that, itโs smart to consider what room may be safest for you, in the event of a tornado. Mobile homes are simply not designed to withstand a tornado or strong winds in severe storms. [WATCH: When you see a tornado while driving, hereโs what to do]The time to find shelter is when you are under a tornado warning, so while all of this is helpful information, the best thing you can do is know the signs before a tornado hits.
Coronavirus wonโt stop South Florida choir from performing beautiful music.
Read full article: Coronavirus wonโt stop South Florida choir from performing beautiful music.PALMETTO BAY, Fla. โ In a time where meetings, gatherings, and practices are being canceled due to the coronavirus, a South Florida choir is using technology to bring a little joy to the world. The Childrenโs Voice Chorus is a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire change in youth through music and education. By using a little editing magic, the group created a โvirtual choirโ to perform โBridge Over Troubled Waterโ by Simon and Garfunkel. Children's Voice Choir backs up Yolanda Adams at Super Bowl LIV (WPLG)The group recently had the opportunity to perform at Super Bowl LIV, singing backup to Yolanda Adams. I wholeheartedly believe in what music education can do to change someoneโs life,โ says The Childrenโs Voice Chorus founder, Jamie Sutta.
Feeling restless? This workout was made for anyone whoโs got some energy (or stress) to burn
Read full article: Feeling restless? This workout was made for anyone whoโs got some energy (or stress) to burnFinding the time to get a workout right now is either much easier or much harder. 20 burpees -- From a standing position, place your hands on the floor between your feet, jump your feet back to a full plank, do a pushup, hop back up on your feet and jump up. Jump rope or high knees -- Instead of counting reps here, you can set a timer. Try one complete minute of jumping rope or high knees for each set. Check these out for a quick demonstration: Hip thrusts | burpees | sumo squats | high knees | skater lunges | dips.
Increase in alcohol-related deaths over past 2 decades in U.S. is jarring
Read full article: Increase in alcohol-related deaths over past 2 decades in U.S. is jarringTo look at the numbers of alcohol-related deaths in the United States over the past 18 years, it can be quite jarring -- and that number is increasing at an alarming rate, experts say. Of the deaths associated with alcohol between 1999 and 2017, there was an increase in the rate of death of women by 85%, as compared to men at 35%. Experts will diagnose someone with AUD once a drinking problem becomes severe. MedicationsThere are now currently three medications in the United States that have been approved and can help people stop or reduce their drinking and prevent relapse. Click here to learn more about alcoholโs effect on the United States.
In an especially active hurricane season, could we run out of names?
Read full article: In an especially active hurricane season, could we run out of names?After all the years of recorded named storms, one has to wonder: What happens when we run out of names? โThe World Meteorological Organization came up with a six-year rotating list of names for hurricanes,โ Gross said. Now we arrive at our initial question: What happens when we run out of names? So, letโs say we have a storm named Walter. The first and last instance in which the Greek alphabet was needed was in 2005, during the busiest hurricane season on record, when there were 28 named storms.