Investors can benefit from the growing communications industry by investing in IPOs and identifying trends in media and mobile communication. Mobile technology and wireless internet have strengthened communication stocks, but investors should compare new issues with established companies and wait for the industry to be in favor with investors before investing. Technology and semiconductor companies […]
Radio, internet, television, and print are common types of commercial advertising. Radio commercials are short and sometimes endorsed by show hosts. Internet ads include banners, pop-ups, and video ads. TV ads can be product placement, captions, or sponsorships. Print ads vary in cost based on readership and distribution. Some types of commercial advertising are radio […]
“Ghetto bird” is slang for police helicopters patrolling low-income and minority neighborhoods. They can be used for tracking suspects or as a deterrent, but some argue they target minorities. Ghettos are regions where minorities live due to economic and social pressures, with limited upward mobility and access to resources. The term is a pun on […]
Narrative discourse is a type of communication that involves telling a story in chronological order. It can be written or verbal and is often in first or third person. It comes in various forms in different media and can be analyzed to evaluate communication and media. Understanding the power of storytelling is important in today’s […]
Annie Edson Taylor, facing poverty in her old age, became the first person to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel in 1901, hoping to gain financial security. Although she survived, she never found financial stability and struggled to make money from her notoriety. There were no 401(k) plans or Social Security checks in the […]
Oral leukoplakia is a precancerous lesion that can develop on the inner cheek tissue or tongue due to chronic irritation from sources such as ill-fitting dentures, smoking, or chewing tobacco. Hairy leukoplakia can be a sign of an HIV infection, while thrush is a yeast-like infection associated with immunodeficiency conditions. Symptoms include gray or white […]
A doctoral thesis or dissertation is a long written or research project required to earn a PhD. It must contain original research and add to the scholarship on a topic, and show knowledge of past and current scholarship. A master’s thesis is shorter and does not require original research. Doctoral studies can take several years […]
Different countries offer different types of student tax breaks, with income tax exemptions being the most common. The UK exempts students from income, housing, and other taxes, while the US offers tuition deductions and credits. Students in the US must be proactive in claiming exemptions, while students in the UK and Europe often receive automatic […]
Cargo is transported by air, ship, automobile or rail. Freight shipments are usually boxes or containers of products, but person-to-person freight is also common. Sampling and scanning are used to ensure the correct shipment. Domestic and international shipments are common, with ocean freight being the preferred method for large quantities. Cargo is generally defined as […]
The Futakuchi-onna is a Japanese yokai with two functional mouths, often the result of a curse. The second mouth needs to be fed and may grow into tentacles. Women become Futakuchi-onna for various reasons, including mistreating stepchildren or having miserly husbands. In one famous story, a man discovers his wife’s second mouth when he spies […]
Language shifts occur when a culture changes its primary language, often due to globalization or education. Endangered languages are at risk of extinction, and factors such as isolation and cultural ties can affect language retention. Efforts to revive endangered languages have been made, and immigrant populations may also experience language shifts. A language switch occurs […]
Gloria Swanson was a silent film actress who transitioned to sound films successfully. She is best known for her role in Sunset Boulevard. Swanson retired from film and focused on art, clothing design, and cosmetics. She died in 1983. Gloria Swanson was a silent film actress whose career spanned from 1915 to the mid-1970s. Best […]
Yeast infections and UTIs have similar symptoms but different causes. Yeast infections are caused by an overproduction of yeast, while UTIs are caused by bad bacteria entering the urinary tract. Both can be treated with medication and good hygiene practices. A yeast infection and a urinary tract infection (UTI) often have similar symptoms, such as […]
A change agent is a management expert who recommends adjustments to improve productivity, employee relations, and profit margins. They assess a company’s chain of command, operating systems, and organizational structures, and establish a schedule to train and mentor specific project managers and leaders. They present a written report of their findings and recommendations to management […]
Thermal receipts are advantageous for businesses as they are quick, durable, and produced by plug-and-play printers. They are also cost-effective as they do not require toner or ink cartridges. Almost every time a person transacts with a business, they will be provided with a receipt of some sort. Most businesses will use a printer to […]
Public projects are government-funded and owned or operated by the government, such as road repair, public housing, and schools. They require an open process, including bidding and public input, and may have criteria such as union work. Vertical construction, such as buildings for government agencies or public housing, is also included. A public project is […]
Urban legends are stories that are believed to be true, but often become distorted or exaggerated over time. They cover a range of topics, including supernatural events, murder, and cautionary tales. Coca Cola® has its own set of urban legends, known as Cokelore. In recent years, many urban legends have emerged related to e-mail and […]
Domination theory explains institutionalized inequality in societies, where discrimination arises naturally due to human tendencies and belief systems. It classifies three types of social domination: adult superiority, gender hierarchy, and arbitrary hierarchies. People align themselves with viewpoints that favor their self-perception as insiders or outsiders. Domination theory, also called social dominance theory, is a way […]
DW Griffith was an American film director known for his innovative techniques in the early 1900s. He directed over 400 short films before moving on to feature films, including The Birth of a Nation and Intolerance. Born in Kentucky, he pursued a stage career and later became a playwright. He eventually directed films for Biograph […]
The opponent process theory explains how opposing experiences are processed in the body, making it difficult to feel both at the same time. It is applied to color vision and emotions, and may play a role in addiction. The opponent process theory is an explanation of how experiences of certain sensory and neurological phenomena are […]
