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Factors affecting your stopping distance while driving

When an obstacle is in front of you on the road, you want to stop as quickly as possible. Your own reaction time determines how quickly you come to a stop, but several more factors come into play as well. To learn more, read this guide to factors that affect your stopping distance. Road conditions First, the condition of the surface on which you’re driving makes a big difference. Dry areas are conducive to easy driving and quick braking. On […]

todayMay 13, 2020 64

Business & Lifestyle

Steak ‘n Shake to close 57 stores, citing financial losses due to coronavirus

SAN ANTONIO, Tex. (UPI) -- Steak 'n Shake's parent company announced Tuesday that it will close 57 stores following financial losses it attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic. In its first-quarter earnings report, Biglari Holdings Inc. said it will close 51 Steak 'n Shake restaurants it owns as well as six franchises after net sales fell 37 percent, or $61 million, in comparison to the same time in 2019. "The COVID-19 pandemic had an adverse effect on our restaurant operations, thereby […]

todayMay 13, 2020 35

Business & Lifestyle

Some signs you may need to quit your job

A lot of professionals examine their job in much more depth when they are going through a rough time. If you feel as though this is the case, then you need to do whatever you can to try and not let your emotions cloud your judgment. You need to think long and hard about the situation that you are in. You also need to make sure that you are taking into account your financial needs as well before pursuing another […]

todayMay 12, 2020 40

Business & Lifestyle

Financial implications relating to changing business needs

Every single business, big and small, has consistently changing financial needs. That’s a key aspect of running a successful business. Of course, managing finances can be a serious challenge for business owners. It’s a key aspect of success within the business industry. However, knowing how to go about effectively managing your business finances can be a real struggle, even when continually changing.  The key step, when it comes to coping with the financial implications of consistently changing business needs, is […]

todayMay 12, 2020 58

Business & Lifestyle

Looking for a career change? Three potential professions to consider

Most of us would agree that feeling at least somewhat satisfied by our careers is a pretty important thing. The last thing you want is to find yourself stuck doing something that makes you miserable every day. However, many of us end up stuck in jobs that don't offer the degree of fulfillment we want. But that doesn't need to be the case. Here are some career options that you might want to consider switching to. Web development If you're […]

todayMay 12, 2020 72

Business & Lifestyle

Three ways to speed up manufacturing production

Production lines are becoming faster than ever. With warehouse issues sometimes prevalent, warehouse management should consider improving production speed. Everybody should have a good experience on the line. There are some things that businesses can do that will significantly increase productivity over time. Here are some ideas you can use to improve your line significantly, reach your targets, and ultimately boost profits. Automation software Your machinery is going to play a big part in the speed of your production line. […]

todayMay 11, 2020 33

Automotive News

New driver? Here’s how to prevent road accidents

Published 10/07/2019 9:28 PM CDTUpdated 09/23/2021 2:05 AM CDT Driving can feel intimidating activity for beginners. After all, even the most experienced drivers can still get into a car crash or collisions when driving along a busy highway. But as with other things, practice always makes perfect. And the same goes for those behind the wheel.  As a beginner driver, preventing accidents lies in practicing defensive driving. Defensive driving is a set of driving skills that allow you to defend […]

todayMay 7, 2020 46

Food & Drink News

USDA announces another $470 million in purchases for food banks

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (UPI) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced yet another plan to purchase food from struggling farmers and distribute it to food banks -- some $470 million this time. The purchases, announced this week, will come in addition to the $3 billion the USDA already pledged to buy farm products as part of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program that was revealed April 17. This solution from the USDA won't be enough to save rapidly-declining industries While across […]

todayMay 6, 2020 41

Business & Lifestyle

What to do if your internet is operating slowly while working at home

Nobody expected this—millions of people connecting to the Internet from home during the day. Social distancing policies and stay-at-home orders have transformed the way we work. In many cases, that means slow Internet connections. When there simply isn’t enough bandwidth to go around, even fast Internet connections can slow down. Aside from paying your ISP more money for a faster connection—which still may not work during peak usage times—here are some suggestions for what to do if your Internet is […]

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