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'Free-Range Parenting' Or Child Neglect? How To Strike The Right Balance
October 10, 2018
In a safe, quiet neighborhood, you may not think twice about letting your child stay home alone or sit inside your locked vehicle while you run a quick errand. Unfortunately, what is often a parent’s first foray into giving a child trust and independence can turn into a criminal case if someone mistakes it for child neglect. This is exactly what happened to Kim Brooks, a mother who intentionally left her then-four-year-old son alone in the car to play his game while she ran into a store.
Read More >7 Legal Terms Every American Should Know
October 12, 2018
Statistically speaking, most Americans end up in a courtroom at some point during their lives. Even if you’re not among the nearly 80 million individuals in the FBI’s criminal database, you may have to appear before a judge for traffic violations, divorce and child custody matters, non-payment of debts, and other civil lawsuits—or at the very least, you’ll be called to serve on a jury. That’s why it’s helpful to educate yourself on common legal terms.
Read More >Found Relatives On A DNA Test Site? What To Know Before You Meet Up
September 18, 2018
Imagine getting a home DNA test kit, just for fun — only to find out that your father wasn’t your biological father at all. That’s precisely what happened to Colorado resident Kasi Mireles Taylor. The results were completely unexpected, and not only for Taylor, but also the person she knew all her life as “dad.” As shocked and heartbroken as she was, she met with her biological father and was welcomed to a big, inviting Italian family.
Read More >How Much Does Facebook Really Know About You?
September 14, 2018
You (and most people you know) are likely among the 2.19 billion worldwide individuals who use Facebook. But do you ever wonder just how much information you’re handing over to the social networking giant, simply by having an active profile? This year’s Cambridge Analytica scandal has brought a renewed awareness of just how much personal data we are giving Facebook every day. In fact, Facebook probably knows a lot more about you than you think.
Read More >Identity Theft And The Dark Web: How To Protect Yourself
October 5, 2018
The dark web contains unindexed, hidden information like personal details that can be sold to identity thieves. Here's how to check the dark web for your information.
Read More >Manage Your Money Today For A Better Retirement Tomorrow
August 30, 2018
When people plan for retirement, they’re often thinking about all the places they’ll travel to or the passion projects they can pursue in their newfound free time. In addition to the “fun stuff,” you may want to seriously consider the money you’ll need to maintain your day-to-day lifestyle without a steady paycheck. All that starts with smartly managing your finances now, so that you do not encounter any unpleasant surprises later.
Read More >Napa Valley Winery Murder: A Cautionary Tale About Business Partnerships
September 22, 2018
In March of 2015, Napa Valley police received a disturbing call from 48-year-old businessman and investor Emad Tawfilis, who said he’d been shot and was being chased through a vineyard. The shooter was Tawfilis’ess partner, 47-year-old Robert Dahl. The two had a tumultuous professional relationship, with numerous lawsuits and allegations that had piled up over their business dealings in the years prior. Tawfilis had met Dahl at his winery on the night of the shooting to try to settle one of those lawsuits.
Read More >Stress Levels Are On The Rise: Healthy, Productive Ways To Cope
September 13, 2018
Stress can come from all different sources, including relationships, family, jobs, and finances. It can be short-lived and temporary, like a big project at work, or ongoing, such as consistent family drama or marital issues. For many individuals, this stress can pose a significant threat to their mental health and well-being. A study by the Mental Health Foundation found that 74 percent of adults feel “unable to cope” with stress, with some experiencing suicidal thoughts (35 percent) and engaging in self-harm (16 percent).
Read More >Tips For Teaching Your Kids About Money Management
September 19, 2018
One of the top skills people wish they’d learned in school is basic money management, but personal finance lessons are usually left up to parents. You can give your kid a head-start in life if you teach them the importance of earning and saving, the rules of credit and interest, and how to manage it all when they’re living on their own. Big Life Lessons For Little Ones Your tiny tot is learning how to count, so you can start incorporating lessons about how to earn, save, and spend money.
Read More >Why Do Couples Renew Their Wedding Vows?
September 28, 2018
There was a virtual collective gasp on the internet when Jay-Z dropped his 2016 album 4:44, in which he seemed to admit he cheated on America’s Sweetheart and his wife: Beyoncé. It was one part of an apology to her, but the public wasn’t privy to the rest of that repair job. In fact, before the two embarked on their recent combined tour, they renewed their vows. Many couples choose to take a second trip down the aisle together for a variety of reasons.
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