One lucky ticket sold in Northern California won an estimated $1.22 billion jackpot in Friday's Mega Millions drawing just days before the new year. … [Read more...] about California store sells winning $1.22 billion Mega Millions ticket
The negative repercussions of multitasking on our health
Research suggests the human brain is not wired to multitask on complicated tasks, and experts say it can cause more damage to our wellbeing than we realize. Dr. Jon LaPook explains. … [Read more...] about The negative repercussions of multitasking on our health
Virginia toy library offers an eco-friendly solution to a common problem
The Toy Nest in Falls Church, Virginia, is a toy library that works on a membership program. The moms who buy-in say it allows them to cut down on toy waste, while saving money and adding variety. Natalie Brand explains how the novel idea works. … [Read more...] about Virginia toy library offers an eco-friendly solution to a common problem
Is multitasking a myth? Here’s what research shows.
Busy lives have many of us juggling multiple tasks at once, but is that really multitasking? Here's what expert Linda Stone has learned about the myth of multitasking. … [Read more...] about Is multitasking a myth? Here’s what research shows.
Richard Parsons, executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76
Richard Parsons was known as a skilled negotiator, a diplomat and a crisis manager. … [Read more...] about Richard Parsons, executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76