Lifestyle

Even though they often share room on the shelves, natural foods are a shoddy alternative to organic foods.

Tracing your family history may be a little easier, thanks to a newly organized slave database the Virginia Historical Society has launched. 



Business parties are not only a way to celebrate a company’s successes and a way to foster networking; a great corporate affair can also help boost a firm’s reputation with much-needed publicity. But with today’s economy, most companies have tightened their entertainment budgets. Despite this, you can still throw a great bash.

According to a report by the U.S. Bureau of the Census, by the year 2050 the U.S. population age 65 or older will grow more than 148% from 2000 levels. Because of this growing trend--the aging of America--millions of people will find themselves taking care of an elderly parent. This responsibility takes planning--physically, financially and emotionally. But being prepared can make matters easier. 

   



It is no secret that drinkable water is hard to come by in some parts of Africa. RainCatcher has become a viable solution.

In a bad economy it can be a nuisance to find food that is healthy and affordable. Check out these tips to eating well w/o breaking your budget.

Today’s expectant mother has to do more than eat healthy and take prenatal vitamins to protect their unseen bundle of joy from harm.

Recycling, cutting off lights, and energy conservation are all the rage around Earth day, but soon after, we are lulled back into a sense of complacency. Yet, global warming is our ever-present companion. Commit to lifestyle changes that can make a real difference in the efforts against global warming. Spread the word and encourage similar conservation actions in the workplace or at your school. Going green isn’t a passing fad; it’s a necessity for the future viability of our planet.

The Lower 9th Ward was destroyed by Katrina, but a foundation has reignited the spark of community and self-reliance, w/ a green twist. 

There is an art to complaining. Don’t complain just to complain. Complain for change and a solution to a problem.