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Founder of Bob’s Red Mill Passes Away at Age 94

Bob Moore, the esteemed founder of Bob’s Red Mill and a prominent figure in the natural foods industry, has died at the age of 94. Moore, who passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 10, 2024, is celebrated for his indelible impact on the health food sector and his unwavering commitment to whole… Continue Reading

Afternoon Tea Makes a Quiet Comeback

A new trend has emerged in our increasingly fast-paced world, specifically in New York and Los Angeles: elaborate afternoon tea. Teahouses are a sanctuary from the outside world, an escape from social media and digital devices, and customers are drawn to the nostalgic quiet over the hustle and bustle found in coffee houses. Across both… Continue Reading

World Travel Awards Names Miami Beach as 2023’s “World’s Leading Lifestyle Destination.”

The World Travel Awards named Miami Beach the “World’s Leading Lifestyle Destination 2023,” marking another achievement for the city in a year filled with accolades. Over the past year, the renowned destination had secured the titles: “North America’s Leading Beach Destination” and “North America’s Leading City Destination.” Grisette Marcos, Executive Director of the Miami Beach… Continue Reading

Flying Taxis on the Horizon

While flying taxis may seem like the wave of the far off future, the F.A.A recently published a report delineating a plan for an air taxi market by 2028. Though there are many obstacles to overcome in order to create a market for air taxis, the FAA is confident about their 2028 start date. Air… Continue Reading

Where is Social Media Trending?

The New York Times reports that social media is trending in a new direction. While originally emerging as platforms to keep up with old and new friends through sharing photos and life updates, now these same sites are riddled with ads and sponsored posts. There has been a shift from connecting individuals to connecting individuals… Continue Reading

80 Years since first double-blind clinical trial; Spotlight on leading Texas-based Ventavia Research Group

Clinical trials have been part of medicine since 1747, when Dr. James Lind began researching a treatment for scurvy. This year, 2023, commemorates the first double-blind clinical trial, which took place in the UK in 1943 in an effort to find treatment for the common cold. In this trial, neither the treating doctor not the… Continue Reading

Businesses Adopting Sustainability Model in 2023

A recent report from Aflac shows that 77% of 2023 consumers are more willing to buy from a company with a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) pledge. In 2023, businesses are incorporating sustainability into their models. Adopting a sustainable approach, though, may require large overhauls to the company’s operations. Top organizations are recognizing the importance of… Continue Reading

CoinCorner Partners with Bitnob, Pouch, Enabling Cross-border Transfer of Funds

CoinCorner has recently announced two new partnerships: Bitnob and Pouch. Their partnership with Bitnob enables users in the UK and Europe to transfer funds, either starting with British pound (GBP) or Euro (EUR) to Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana instantly and for free. CoinCorner’s partnership with Pouch enables users to transfer funds, either of GBP or… Continue Reading

Food & Drink Looking Good for 2023

A recent study by Marcum LLP indicates that over two-thirds of executives in the food and beverage industry maintain a positive outlook for 2023. Executives in food manufacturers, eateries, distributors, retailers, and agriculturists were asked about the various issues facing their work and businesses. With close to 70% of respondents pointing to an increase in… Continue Reading