The Uros people of Peru created a society on Lake Titicaca using dried totora reeds to make about 50 islands, complete with huts, furniture, and canoes. They lived on the islands for security and domesticated wild animals for food. About 500 years ago, the indigenous Uros (Uru) people of southeastern Peru abandoned life on land […]
85% of US college graduates move back in with parents after graduation, known as “boomerangers.” Italy has 60% of 18-34 year olds living with parents, UK has 7 million adults living with parents, and Canada parents provide $4,000 USD annually to adult children. About 85% of US college graduates move back in with their parents […]
Donald Trump’s election win caused a surge in traffic to the Canadian immigration website, with 200,000 users visiting on election night, up from 17,000 the previous week. The immigration process is slow and expensive, with three basic ways to move to Canada: having a special skill or profession, joining immediate family, or seeking political asylum. […]
Shift script is a simpler programming language that complements Microsoft Visual Basic, allowing for fast builds and control of applications from external sources. It is similar to Visual Basic scripting and allows for the manipulation of objects with simple commands. It can also refer to other types of programming that involve shifting variables. Shift script […]
Earth’s magnetic poles reverse every 200,000 years due to changes in the planet’s core, causing compasses to point towards the opposite pole. The geographic poles remain fixed, while the magnetic poles protect the planet from radiation. Magnetic shifts may be occurring more rapidly than in the past. It is estimated that Earth’s north and south […]
Elective share is a US probate law that allows a spouse to claim a portion of their partner’s estate after death. Disinheritance can occur through the distribution of the estate before death or in a will. The surviving spouse must initiate the proceedings and can claim up to half of the estate if children survive. […]
Move-over laws require drivers to slow down or change lanes when they see an emergency vehicle with flashing lights or siren. These laws aim to provide greater safety clearance for first responders and allow them to reach their destination more quickly. The specific requirements of the law may vary, but they generally apply to police […]
A motion can be filed to terminate an existing order, such as child support or guardianship, after the terms have been met. Other cases may require such documents, and it is important to include all supporting documents when filing. A motion can be filed any time someone wants to ask the court to take action. […]
A lateral move involves an employee moving to a different work area without a change in salary or wage grade. It can be beneficial for career development, but employees must weigh the pros and cons before deciding. A distinction exists between a lateral move and a lateral promotion, and each has its own advantages and […]
Defensive actions, also known as non-cyclical actions, remain stable during market declines or recessions. They are necessary products such as pharmaceuticals, food, and public services. Defensive actions pay constant dividends and are attractive during economic fluctuations. A balanced portfolio should include growth, cyclical, and defensive actions. A defensive action is also known as a non-cyclical […]
