Written by author Irina Schiller
The heroes of Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzenegger and job seekers have a common enemy: cars. Luckily, if you're looking for a job, you won't have to defeat robots like those in The Matrix or Terminator. The machines you will have to compete with are robotic...
A good night's sleep is just what the doctor ordered. It's crucial for physical recovery and productivity. Yet, there are two periods of the year when, for several days, and sometimes even weeks, we find ourselves living in an unbalanced state.…
The US population is known for its politeness, as well as its many variations of the words "thank you", "please" and "sorry". The author of the “Elena in America” channel on Yandex.Zen suggests learning popular forms of politeness in America. Formal “thank you”: Thank you! - Thank you! Thank you very/so much! - Very…
The English language can be seriously confusing. Reader's Digest takes you through 20 confusing rules and discovers which ones you're using incorrectly and which ones you can easily ignore in modern English. "Me" vs. “I” If you say: “Me and Mike went to...
There are stores that really want you to bring them your old items - so much so that they are willing to pay for your old clothes, electronics and other used items. Recycling often requires a little extra work, reminds Money Talks News. But it does not mean,…
Isaac Asimov, one of the greatest science fiction writers of the 20th century, came to America as a family immigrant. In fact, it became part of a process that is now called “chain migration.” Asimov revolutionized the world of science fiction, and in many ways, the rest of the world. His literature is being studied...
The American entrepreneur, Shark Tank investor and owner of the Dallas Mavericks basketball team, sold his first startup to CompuServe in 1990 for $6 million. Nine years later, he sold Yahoo for $5,9 million. Since then, Mark Cuban has invested in dozens of...
If the pronunciation of English words is your weak point and ship sounds exactly like sheep in your performance, it's time to fix the situation with the help of these tips. The English alphabet has 26 letters and 44 sounds, recalls Lifehacker. If in…
Dreams of immortality are as old as humanity itself. Since the beginning of time, people have been looking for ways to prolong the life of themselves and their loved ones, calling for help from the gods, sages, magicians and healers. Philosophers of antiquity discussed the causes of aging, medieval alchemists were looking for a philosopher's stone in ...
Finding a job can be challenging. But certain knowledge can improve your chances of a successful interview. For example, the BBC recommends paying special attention to your resume. Let's start with the basics: a resume should include your name and contact information, information about your skills, work experience, and volunteer activities...