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Brain Health

“Protect your brain.”  ——- Cognitive decline is a condition that is often associated with aging, but even middle-aged people can experience memory loss or cognition issues. The Alzheimer’s Association says that more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. By 2050, that number could rise to as high as 16 […]

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Natural Ways to Get Better Sleep

by Morayma MaKay Writer / Blogger & Content Creator Adulthood Rewired “Drift into dream land.”     ——- We all know the feeling of tossing and turning at night, staring at the ceiling, and willing ourselves to fall asleep. Whether it’s stress, too much screen time, or an inconsistent bedtime routine, getting quality sleep can sometimes […]

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Tips for Being Happy One Moment at a Time!

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette Biography:  Candace Smith, wife of Nobel Prize-Winner Professor Dr. Vernon Smith and owner of the extraordinary blog, “Etiquette for the Business of Life” as featured by BBC, Chicago Tribune and USA Today offers her insights. “Don’t worry, be happy.” ——- Being happy creates a meaningful moment for […]

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Can Your Spring Garden be a Good Investment?

“$70 yields $600.”  ——- Inflation has garnered countless headlines in recent years, and much of that news has focused on the notably higher cost of food. Though the cost of some items at the grocery store has gone down in 2024, many items remain significantly more expensive than they were as recently as three or […]

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Own Your Own Bank in Puerto Rico

“Why consider?”   ——- Owning a bank in Puerto Rico can offer several advantages:  1.    Tax Benefits: Puerto Rico offers attractive tax incentives, including favorable corporate tax rates and exemptions from certain federal taxes, making it an appealing location for banking operations. 2.    Access to US Markets: As a territory of the United States, banks in Puerto Rico have access […]

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3 Ways to Boost Your Mental Health

“ Is there a worldwide mental health crisis?”  ——- Mental health issues have garnered considerable attention in recent years, but the scope of the global mental health crisis may be even greater than people realize. A recent study co-led by researchers at Harvard Medical School and the University of Queensland that was published in The […]

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25th Anniversary of Dot.com!

“The crash that changed e-commerce.”   ——- I was speaking on the phone with a business associate the other day, and he mentioned in passing that it was the 25th anniversary of the dot-com crash.  It was surprising to me that so much time had passed, but it has, in fact, been 25 years. We thought it […]

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2025 Washington DC Cherry Blossoms

“The festival runs from March 20 to April 13th.” ——- The cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., typically bloom around late March to early April, depending on weather conditions. The trees were a gift from Japan in 1912 and line the Tidal Basin, creating a stunning pink canopy. The National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates this event […]

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Do You Know Your March Madness?

“The tournament has begun.”  ——- The term “March Madness” was given to the game of basketball by Illinois high school teacher Henry V. Porter in 1939. However, it was only after CBS broadcaster Brent Musburger used it during coverage of the 1982 NCAA Tournament that March Madness became synonymous with this beloved sporting event. Since […]

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Chicago Deep Pan Pizza

” An iconic Chicago Pizza shipped to your front door.”     ——-           Chicago deep pan pizza – it is iconic. Perhaps no one establishment is more famous for it than Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria. This eatery has much more than just a Chicago following since they had the foresight to start shipping […]

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