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Salmonella outbreak sickens 212 people in 23 states

WASHINGTON (UPI) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating an outbreak of salmonella that has sickened 212 people in 23 states. In a Friday press release the CDC reported that 87 people had become ill since its last update on the outbreak Tuesday. The agency said people began showing symptoms linked to a strain of salmonella, which can take two to four weeks to manifest symptoms, between June 19 and July 11. Thirty-one people have been hospitalized […]

todayJuly 25, 2020 32

Business & Lifestyle

What causing your business to be in decline?

There are very few people out there who would say that running a business was in any way easy or simple. The truth is that it's one of the most complicated and difficult things that you will ever do; anyone who decides to set up their own business is fully aware of this. With the skills and understanding, it's very much possible to get past many of the major challenges that come up. However, that's not necessarily always the way […]

todayJuly 24, 2020 39

Columnists

Pompeii: Italy’s frozen-in-time Roman city

I love exploring the world of ancient Rome, with its grand architecture, fascinating culture, and stories of larger-than-life leaders. But since many of the 2,000-year-old empire's landmarks are reduced to ruins, it can be hard to make sense of the stones and rubble left behind. To get a clearer picture of what everyday life in ancient Rome was really like, visit the well-preserved (and unlucky) city of Pompeii. Located just south of Naples, Pompeii was founded in 600 BC and […]

todayJuly 23, 2020 58

Business & Lifestyle

Legitimate ways to earn money from home

Employment rates are still high due to the unprecedented impact of COVID-19. It’s left many people struggling to make ends meet and looking for alternative ways to bring in some money while they are waiting for the job market to open back up again. Working from home is an enticing prospect for those people who have family commitments or need to shield due to an existing health condition. Whatever your reason for wanting to earn a few extra bucks, there are […]

todayJuly 22, 2020 32

Education

Lincoln Land CC to slash online class fees for fall semester

SPRINGFIELD -- Distance learners and students uncertain about attending classes in-person across mid-Illinois are getting some good news from Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC). LLCC is slashing its online class fee by 50 percent for the fall 2020 semester. Normally set for $39.74 per credit hour, the change makes it $19.87 per credit hour for the upcoming semester. “Cutting the online fee by 50% can save students hundreds of dollars in these uncertain financial times,” states LLCC President Dr. Charlotte Warren, […]

todayJuly 22, 2020 43

National

FDA authorizes pool testing for COVID-19 through Quest

WASHINGTON (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reissued an emergency use authorization to Quest Diagnostics to use its COVID-19 tests with up to four pooled samples Saturday. According to the FDA, the Quest test is the first COVID-19 test to be authorized for use with pooled samples. Sample pooling allows multiple people to be tested in a pool or "batch" using one test, rather than running each individual sample through its own test. If the batch tests positive, […]

todayJuly 18, 2020 61

Automotive News

Car care tips to keep it running smoothly

Most of us rely on our cars for work and family life.  Let’s face it, they can be expensive to run and maintain. Most of us, if we’re honest, don’t treat our cars well.  But a bit of TLC can keep our cars on the road, running smoothly for years.  Here are some things you can do to keep your car on the road for longer.  Get it serviced regularly You should get your car serviced annually.  By doing this, […]

todayJuly 17, 2020 106

Life & Style

Six tips to overcoming doctor’s office anxiety

Going to the doctor’s office can be a stressful event, particularly if you’re prone to health anxiety. If you fear going for a check-up or you’re worried about undergoing a procedure, there are steps you can take to alleviate your worries. With these top tips, you can overcome doctor’s office anxiety now and make your health your top priority: Tell your doctor Being anxious about attending an appointment isn’t unusual and your doctor won’t be surprised to learn that you […]

todayJuly 17, 2020 27

Business & Lifestyle

Five reasons why voicemail continues to be a strong business marketing tool

Are you convinced that the technological revolution means you only have a handful of marketing methods from which to choose? Are you desperate to invest in the latest releases so that your business is current and up to date? Yes, the improvement in technologies has helped companies that are trying to compete with rivals that are bigger, experienced, and more resourceful, yet that doesn’t mean a one-size-fits-all-policy will work. Mostly, a quality marketing strategy is about choosing the techniques that […]

todayJuly 16, 2020 50

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