Facebook users have uploaded some 250 billion photos since the social network was first created, and upload another 350 million new ones each day. These pictures show what people are up to, let others see the delicious foods they’re eating, chart the progress of a baby growing up… and catch terrorists?On April 22, 24-year-old San…
Low Back Pain Linked to Chimpanzee-Like Spine by New Study
A new study has found that people with low back pain are more likely to have spine similarities to chimpanzees, in particular a small lesion between vertebrae in the lower back that changes the shape of the spine. The research team, comprised of scientists from Canada, Iceland and Scotland, compared vertebrae from chimps, orangutans and…
Rising Temperatures Bring a Rise in HVAC Scams Across the Country
Currently, there are more than 85,000 different heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) businesses in operation across the U.S. However, not all of them are as reputable or as honest as they ought to be — and a growing number of Americans are finding themselves the victims of HVAC scams as a result. According to…
Designers Say That Drapes Do Belong Outdoors
Most people are of the opinion that drapes belong inside, gracing our windows and also helping to block out light from the sun when necessary. However, multiple designers and decorators have announced that drapes can go outdoors and, in fact, should. Outdoor rooms are more and more common these days (and there are numerous inexpensive ways to…
Recent Statistics Suggest Hybrid Owners Are Only in it for the Money
It has been about 15 years since the first hybrid cars hit the market in the United States, and sales numbers have seen a steady increase over the years as hybrids become more accessible and affordable. In the first three months of 2015, however, hybrid sales are down and trade-ins are up — likely due…
Tire Sellers Behind on Online Service Options, Study Finds
According to a study done by market research service Tire Intelligence and published April 20 by Tire Review, tire dealerships are making only slow progress toward providing a better online experience for consumers. Tire Intelligence collected the data during the first quarter of 2015 through a survey of 150 U.S. tire sellers (most of which…
Home Remodeling Market Expected to Stabilize by Year’s End
The latest figures released by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University suggest that the residential remodeling market will see slowing year-over-year gains throughout much of 2015, with a modest recovery in the fourth quarter. The program regularly updates the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity, a metric designed…
Almost Half of All Medical Bills in the U.S. Contain Errors, Most of Which Overcharge Patients
Errors in medical billing are becoming more common around the United States, and mistakes can cost patients some serious cash.An analysis by NerdWallet found that 49% of medical bills contained errors and some medical centers made mistakes on more than 80% of claims to Medicare, according to Medicare’s hospital audits for 2013. And as most people know,…
Chef’s Unique Blend of Cultural Influences Create One of a Kind Hummus and Other Jewish Dishes
Hummus may be a staple in the refrigerators of most vegetarians, but one chef’s recipe is taking this traditional dish to a whole new level. Chef Alon Shaya, who owns the restaurant Shaya in New Orleans, likes to put a fresh spin on classic Israeli, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes. This year’s Passover menu at…
People Are Paying This Guy $500 to Get Drunk and Review Their Websites
“Your website should be so simple, a drunk person could use it. You can’t test that. I’ll do it for you,” is the promise of a popular, new website, aptly called TheUserIsDrunk.com. It began simply enough. User experience (UX) designer and full stack developer Richard Littauer works sober during the day, as is expected of…