Using the internet is a part of everyday life for most people. And while there are about four billion searches on Google every day, Amazon also attracts billions of visits every day. And the online shopping site has recently announced its plans to build new headquarters in New York City and Virginia. Queens, New York and Arlington,
If you’re a parent, you likely already prioritize your family’s health. Though no one is perfect, you do your best to make sure everyone eats nutritious meals, gets plenty of sleep, and doesn’t spend too much time in front of a screen. However, it’s easy to focus on nutrition and exercise, and forget other essential aspects
While most parents don’t bat an eye when a youngster loses a baby tooth, losing permanent teeth is a different story. Before you panic about your child knocking out an adult tooth, use this guide to know what to expect and how to help your kiddo have a speedy recovery: Common Causes of Chipped, Broken,
The holiday season is here, and with it the chilly winter months. As everyone heads inside to celebrate the holidays and keep warm, the chances of a home fire start to increase. House fires are more common in the winter than in any other season because of the increased amount of indoor activities, electricity and
Though few couples go into a marriage anticipating that their union will not last, unfortunately, a large percentage of American marriages come to an end. In fact, approximately 40% to 50% of U.S. marriages end in divorce. Divorce may be common, but it is never easy. Many couples enter divorce with even more trepidation than they
This past summer England experienced its worst heatwave since 1976. However, this heat wave had some unusual consequences: the extreme heat created “parch marks” that have helped scientists locate thousands of ancient structures and burial sites long hidden under the English countryside. These archaeological finds utilize aerial photography and global positioning system satellites. Scientists are
Approximately 48 million people in the United States are hospitalized for food poisoning every year, and 2016 is no exception. An E. coli outbreak at Carbon Live Fire Mexican Grill has affected at least 50 people in the Chicago area, according to the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH). At least 14 people who ate
Workers’ compensation laws and regulations have been an integral part of the American society for many years. They provide security and peace of mind, especially for workers in inherently dangerous environments, such as coal miners and factory workers. According to Inthesetimes.com, the state of Illinois could be facing some drastic changes to the policies currently
Over 95% of individuals in the United States wear t-shirts, but not everyone can say their shirts are from a tech-savvy fashion company. Yet one fashion company in Chicago is changing the way technology impacts their business. Whoever said the Chicago technology scene was an ordinary cluster of B2B contenders has clearly never met the
Signal, a Chicago-based marketing technology company, has recently closed a $30 million Series E round of funding to expand its product in global markets. According to the Chicago Tribune, the funding round was led by I2A, a Chicago-based venture fund, along with investors such as Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Baird Capital, Epic Ventures, and Silicon