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OP-ED: What is an interest rate?

Editor Note: This is the second part of a three-part op-ed regarding money. You can check out the first installment here. When we were figuring out what constitutes something as money, we saw how the value the baker held for maple syrup diminished when his supply of that good increased and that the value someone holds for something is subjective and unique to that individual. The hunter will, likely, always hold more value in venison than the baker no matter […]

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Business & Lifestyle

Five easy ways to improve your daily working life

When it comes to work, most people find it difficult to figure out how to balance their working life and their personal life in a way that makes them happy. Here are some tips on how you can improve your working life to increase your overall happiness. Make sure you eat a healthy, balanced breakfast At the beginning of the day, breakfast is an absolute must. Even if you think you’re the sort of person who can roll out of […]

todaySeptember 5, 2019 37

Entertainment

Looking for an alternative to YouTube? Here’s nine to consider.

Today’s technology largely revolves around entertainment. Think about it. All we need to get set up is our Spectrum TV and internet bundle. Then we have access to all the possible entertainment we could watch. But there are so many online entertainment channels out there, that it can get overwhelming. So the easiest channel for us to choose from becomes the one that is most common. If you’re looking for an online channel for a bit of browsing then it’s […]

todaySeptember 2, 2019 22

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Business & Lifestyle

Why is owning a dog great for your health?

The most common ways that people look to destress and to become more active include yoga, exercise, or taking up a hobby. But, did you know that owning a dog is excellent for this also? Some studies have shown that owning a dog can be more beneficial than a regular diet and exercise. Today, we are going to look at how a dog’s health and wellbeing ties into your own. Playing with your dog Playing with your dog is a […]

todaySeptember 2, 2019 48

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Business & Lifestyle

OP-ED: Common misconceptions about fiat currency

Editor Note: This is the first part of a three-part op-ed regarding money. There are some common misconceptions about today’s money. One is that our currency is backed by the gold in Fort Knox and we can exchange our dollars for gold. Another is that money, somehow magically, comes from government and that the government has to bring money into being before the society can start utilizing the “wealth” that the government creates. But what actually constitutes something as money? […]

todayAugust 30, 2019 33

Business & Lifestyle

What causes declines in employment numbers?

Employment is something that nobody can escape from. You’re either employed by a company, or you’re the person who is doing the employing. All we know is that people all around the world are desperate for a job, no matter which side of the line that they’re on. But with so many people rushing for a job, and so many jobs not actually being available, it’s leaving a big problem in the world. We have noticed how there is such […]

todayAugust 30, 2019 53

Business & Lifestyle

Over 100 GameStop employees laid off, including Game Informer editorial staff

GRAPEVINE, Tex. (Heartland Newsfeed) -- In a press release Tuesday, GameStop announced the layoff of over a hundred employees as part of an ongoing company initiative. The job cuts, as part of the company's Reboot initiative to reform the company for future longevity and allowed for financial performance improvements, involved multiple divisions within the company from the corporate headquarters in Grapevine, Tex. to Game Informer magazine staffers. A statement to gaming website GameSpot stated that more than 120 staff positions […]

todayAugust 20, 2019 74

Business & Lifestyle

Six potential mishaps while road trekking across the country

We have all dreamt at least once of going on an amazing journey by car. We see the adventure, amazing landmarks, and laughs with friends all the time in television shows and movies. Going on a road trip is one of the most exciting things that you can do, especially when you’re young. The trouble is, no matter how well you plan the journey, there is always a chance that something will go wrong. With that in mind, here are […]

todayAugust 20, 2019 25

Columnists

Rix Quinn’s Minute Story: Back to school

Yes, it’s that special time when boys and girls wave goodbye to the family, wait for the bus, then travel to meet a new instructor. Sadly, I once boarded the wrong bus and ended up at a senior citizens' basketball tournament. But that's another story. On the plus side, a new school term allows students to get reacquainted with old classmates and find out if the cafeteria still serves “mystery meat,” then guess what reptile it comes from. On the […]

todayAugust 17, 2019 50

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