Although Earth Day 2014 has come and gone, there are still many simple steps we can take to protect our beautiful planet. This year the buzz phrase around Earth Week was #LightsOffScreenOn and it’s a good one to remember. While watching television or using your computer or tablet, turn a couple lights off. If, for… Continue reading Flip a Switch, Save the World (Infographic)
Author: Sara Bacon
Sara is a communication manager at Column Five Media.
The Only Olympics Calendar You Need This Year
Although we live in a time where all of your Olympic inquiries are a Google search away, wouldn’t it be nice to access all you need in one quick stop? Sports Interaction has created a helpful and visually appealing interactive that allows you to find out when to watch every winter sport and catch up… Continue reading The Only Olympics Calendar You Need This Year
Poverty and Hidden Everyday Violence in the Developing World
Feeling safe is easy to take for granted when living in a developed nation, but for much of the developing world- especially for the poor- living in fear is the norm. In his newest book, The Locust Effect, Gary A. Haugen shines a light on the violence that saturates the lives of the impoverished. Aside… Continue reading Poverty and Hidden Everyday Violence in the Developing World
U.S. Debt and Credit by State: Miami Ranks Worst Credit of Major Metropolitan Cities
As we know, credit and debt has been a sensitive issue for many in the U.S. since the recession started in 2008. In an effort to asses credit health and debt in 2013, Experian has provided us with a digestible way to visualize the average debt and credit scores in the largest metropolitan areas of… Continue reading U.S. Debt and Credit by State: Miami Ranks Worst Credit of Major Metropolitan Cities
Don’t Drink and Post (On Social Media)
You could argue that drinking and posting on social media go well together. At least functionally, considering that alcohol gives most people the liquid courage they need to strike up bold conversations and even inspire their wit. When the number of cocktails rises, however, your verbal cheekiness and creativity are likely to work against your… Continue reading Don’t Drink and Post (On Social Media)
What’s Behind the Social Media Mind of Anthony Weiner?
Freedom of expression is America’s favorite freedom, by a wide margin. But you would think someone running for a political office would know there are limits to that freedom. Former New York congressman and present Democratic mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner hasn’t been able to keep his name out of the headlines lately. Infamous for sending… Continue reading What’s Behind the Social Media Mind of Anthony Weiner?
