Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Flame retardants, plasticizers, and "forever" chemicals are common in household items like cookware and cosmetics. But these materials that people are exposed to every day have also been linked to ...

Analyzing employee demographics, workforce distribution, and attrition trends to support HR planning and organizational decision-making using MySQL and Power BI.

Create the perfect workbench for any space Posted: 23 February 2026 | Last updated: 9 March 2026 This DIY workbench can do it all! It's incredibly simple to build and takes about a day or two to make.

The idea that companies must “delight” their customers has become so entrenched that managers rarely examine it. But ask yourself this: How often does someone patronize a company specifically because ...

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