"Yes, You Can Land a Job (Even) In A Crummy Economy," by Therese Marie Boldt. (Handout)
Job search strategies which worked 10 to 20 years ago are outdated
and won't work in an economy transitioning from heavy manufacturing to
a knowledge-based and entrepreneurial society, says the author of a new
book outlining job-hunting tips.
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It's difficult for consumers to make healthful decisions without knowing the nutritional value in the options. (Photos.com)
Would you order the Keg's honey barbecue ribs knowing they contained
1,975 calories -- almost the equivalent of four Big Macs? How about the
Church's Chicken homestyle filet with gravy, knowing it contained 6,691
milligrams of sodium -- about three times the maximum daily recommended
intake?
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The study revealed that men who are at high risk of health problems or economic instability tend to value marriage because a spouse's additional income and support act as a security blanket that protects them from shocks. (Photos.com)
Married men have an easier time dealing with health issues and
financial difficulties than single men because marriage protects them
against such shocks, suggests new research conducted by the University
of British Columbia.
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The persistently cited statistic that half of all marriages end in divorce stems from misunderstanding of how divorce rates are calculated and the dominance of American figures from the 1980s
OTTAWA -- Fewer marriages in Canada are ending in divorce than is
commonly thought, but the effects of the split can affect every member
of the family, a new report indicates.
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Follow these tips to cut back on sugar that may be hidden in your diet
Sugar is a tricky item to cut back on, because it's hidden in many
items--but the World Health Organization recommends no more than 10
teaspoons of "free" sugar daily for adults (this does not include sugar
from fruit or plain dairy items).
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