Australia is the 6th largest country in the world by area. This massive country/continent has plenty to see and do, making it a popular tourist destination. Being equipped with a bit of knowledge about Australia before going will certainly make the trip better. So, let’s get right into it with ten things you should know […]
FLASH: Spring arrives Wednesday, 20 March at 5:58p EDT. The northeastern United States will get a reminder that Winter is still in session with colder and blustery conditions in store this weekend and below-average temperatures forecast for several days next week. While far from the coldest conditions experienced over the Winter, the colder air coming […]
Flying these days has lost much of its glamour and can be a real challenge, even for seasoned travelers. What with cramped spaces, packed and oversold flights, limited amenities, extra charges for everything and often times cranky travelers. Do not be too discouraged, below are some ways that can take the drudgery out of “getting […]
FLASH: Breathing cold air is almost impossible to avoid during Winter months, but there are known health risks everyone should know about before going outdoors in extreme cold. You know the temperature is low if you can see your breath after you exhale. The water vapor in the moist air you inhaled condenses into a […]
Chemical in California’s Wildfire Smoke a Major Health Hazard Smoke masks, eye drops, no outdoor exercise, staying indoors is how Californians are trying to cope with wildfires choking the state. Experts say an increase in serious health problems are almost inevitable for vulnerable residents as the disasters become more commonplace. Research suggests children, the elderly […]
Use Your Diet to Combat Air Pollution Pollution is the “largest environmental cause of disease and premature death in the world today,” according to research published in The Lancet recently. The study revealed that 9-M premature deaths were caused by pollution in Y 2015, which is 16% of deaths worldwide. What’s more, among the pollution-related […]
President Trump Says Air Force One’s New Livery Will Be Red, White and Blue $BA The new version of Air Force One will be painted in the colors of the American flag, according to President Donald Trump. “It’s going to be the Top of the line, the Top in the world,’’ President Trump said in […]
President Trump Wants Air Force One to have a ‘More American’ Look Red, White and Blue President Donald Trump wants to change the livery of Air Force One and change the color from white and robin’s egg blue to something “more American” President Trump made the request during negotiations with Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg in […]
Breathing Through the Nose is Really Important! Breathing is often an ignored topic when it comes to good health, but breathing properly can improve oxygenation through your body, including the brain, and is a powerful strategy for relieving stress and anxiety To induce calm, you need to breathe slowly and lightly, from the diaphragm, and […]
President Trump Orders Air Strikes on Key Syrian Targets Late Friday, US President Donald Trump ordered US forces to begin bombing Syria with its allies in retaliation for an “evil and despicable” chemical weapons attack by President Bashar al-Assad’s regime saying that “we are prepared to sustain this response until the Syrian regime stops its use of […]
Countdown to New Year’s Has Begun Some Facts! New Year’s Eve ranks as the 6th most favorite Holiday among Americans. An estimated 92% of US adults celebrate the Holiday, and about 70% of Americans plan to stay up past Midnight as they welcome the New Year. Cities around the world hold public celebrations attended by […]
In the New Year, Focus, Keep Eyes on the Target The New Year is a time for resolutions, but change can be and for many very challenging. To help turn this New Year’s resolutions into a permanent lifestyle I will be providing 1 health tip daily in our Health Section in January. The Big Q: […]
California Blaze Rages Threatening Coastal Towns Firefighters kept a wall of flames from descending mountains into coastal neighborhoods after a huge and destructive Southern California wildfire exploded in size, becoming the 5th largest in state history. Tens of thousands remained under evacuation orders Monday as the fire churned west through foothill areas of Carpinteria and […]
Strong Winds Drive LA Wildfires, Bel Air Burning Rupert Murdoch’s Bel-Air vineyard is shown on the Moraga Estate website. The Bel-Air fire that has destroyed homes and forced major evacuations is burning near the vineyard estate of media mogul Rupert Murdoch. On Moraga Drive on Wednesday, gray smoke surrounded Murdoch’s property, but the compound burned. […]
Cruise, Airlines Send Ships and Planes on Hurricane Irma Rescue Mission $RLC, $NCLH, $JBLU Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:RLC), and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NASDAQ:NCLH) are sending some of their empty ships to the Caribbean to help evacuate stranded tourists and bring much-needed supplies to islands severely damaged by Hurricane Irma. Norwegian expects to […]
Keeping Cool: Ways to Avoid Heat Stroke The Dog Days of Summer are here, and that means the risks for heat exhaustion and heat stroke are rising, along with the temperature, with seniors particularly at risk. Older folks don’t adjust as well to changes in temperatures as younger people do, making them prime targets for […]
Paris Air Show: Boeing (NYSE:BA), Airbus (OTCMKT:EADSY) in the Spotlights $BA, $EADSY, $LMT, $KTOS Boeing (NYSE:BA) and Airbus (OTCMKT:EADSY) are in the spotlights at the Paris Air Show, but a lot of the really interesting “airships” will be on displayat the upcoming biennial aviation and defense industry gathering. Lockheed Martin’s (NYSE:LMT) F-35 jet will have […]
California is Home to America’s Most Polluted Cities Most of America’s polluted cities are located in California, according to the American Lung Association’s annual “State of the Air” report. The report, released Wednesday, found that 6 of the 10 cities with the worst short-term air pollution in the US are in California. Bakersfield, Visalia, Fresno, Modesto, […]
The British Heading to France, by Hot Air Balloon Dozens of brightly colored hot-air balloons soared over the White Cliffs of Dover Friday in an attempt at the largest mass balloon crossing of the English Channel. The flotilla of about 100 balloons took off just after dawn into uncharacteristically blue skies, heading for Calais. Guinness […]
Planning and Taking a Family Trip to Botswana Botswana’s diverse landscapes, from the watery-world of the Okavango Delta to its desert-like Salt Pans, make for some of the most unique safaris and family adventures in all of Africa. The Okavango Delta is known as one of the premier wildlife habitats in the world, home to […]
What to Do If Your Pet Is Stung by a Bee Bee stings are painful to pets and it’s possible that your pet could have an allergic reaction. If your pet is stung multiple times or displays signs of allergic reaction, visit an emergency veterinary clinic immediately. In many cases a bee sting can be […]
There is No Guarantee that Air Travel is Safe for Your Pet Sure, it can be safe to travel by air with your pet, but there are no guarantees, and your experience may vary widely others. The best bet, if your trip requires air travel leaving your pet at home in the care of a […]
Smoke From Wildfires Kill People Wildfires like the ones raging in Indonesia cross mountains and oceans, spreading lung-clogging particles and toxic chemicals. The emissions from wildfire smoke have tremendous public health implications. Around the world, billions of people are finding that the air carries a dangerous dose of smoke as wildfires become bigger and more intense. […]
The Best & Worst US Cities for Air Pollution Last month the American Lung Association published its”State of the Air” report. The results were more positive than the report released in Y 2014, more than 50% of Americans continue to live in areas where they are exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollutants. The “State […]