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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 21, 2013
Study examines public cost of fast-food wages
The fast-food industry's practice of paying low wages and providing few benefits is costing the American taxpayers $7 billion a year in the form of public assistance, according to a new study from UC Berkeley and the University of Illinois.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 20, 2013
5 homemade halloween costumes for kids using household items
Halloween is approaching and with it brings the stress of picking out the perfect costume. For those with kids, finding great costumes for the whole family can add an extra layer of worry during the month of October.
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UNITED STATES NEWS | Oct 18, 2013
Memorial to slain MIT officer unveiled
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) - Officer Sean Collier was dedicated to his work and loved life; to the 27-year-old…
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 17, 20135 ways to celebrate being yourself
How do we truly feel comfortable being ourselves? Here are 5 tips to help you be you — no matter the circumstance.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 17, 2013
Time with kids beats work — but it’s more exhausting, parents say
Parents rate the time they spend caring for their kids as the best time, beating out work and other activities. But it's also the most exhausting.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 16, 2013
Americans increasingly pessimistic about the economy
A new poll by the Pew Research Center shows that most Americans aren't hopeful about the future of the country's economy.
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 14, 2013Are you a wife who is easy to love?
Are you a wife who is easy to love? Do you give your husband reasons to sing your praises and brag about you to his buddies? Honestly, I know I'm not always that kind of wife, and I'm betting there are others like me out there. You can test yourself
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 13, 20133 things never to say to a shy child
As adults we want to help bashful kids feel more at ease. Despite our well-intentioned efforts, we say the wrong things.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 12, 2013
When you know your kid is sexting, but you don’t know what to do
It's a full-time job keeping an eye on teen-things now. I had beta. Today's teens have cellphones that barely resemble phones: they're cameras, web cams, music libraries, a portable search engine and one giant tweet for mankind.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 11, 2013
Feds will let states pay to reopen national parks
WASHINGTON (AP) - Under pressure from governors, the Obama administration said Thursday it will allow some shuttered national…
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 8, 2013
Coroner: Kidnapping suspect had 6 gunshot wounds
BOISE, Idaho (AP) - An Idaho coroner says kidnapping suspect James Lee DiMaggio died after being hit by…
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 7, 2013
Learning to listen to yourself
Through daily society noise, we women hear many voices telling us we should be doing better, doing more, or doing "it all." Learning to listen to our own voice, and express it appropriately to create change brings greater daily joy and confidence.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 7, 2013Veterans tour makes stop in Mesa
A national tour of decorated military veterans will be hosting events around the Valley on Monday and Tuesday, all part of an effort to get local veterans involved in issues that affect them.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 5, 2013
Like Americans, British families spending little time at dinner table
A new study of family life in England unearthed trends similar to what's taking place in the United States.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 5, 201310 things you don’t know about high school
Parents may assume that, since they went to high school, they understand what their teenagers are going through. Here are 10 things you may not know about high school today.
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 4, 2013Helping your spouse with a difficult career
When your spouse's career is taking a toll on his psyche, use these five tips to lighten the load.
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 3, 20135 ways to make the most of a long-distance relationship
Long distance relationships can be challenging and unbearable. When you marry, the last thing on your mind is being apart from your partner.
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ARIZONA TECHNOLOGY NEWS | Oct 3, 2013
5 tricks to make a laptop live longer
A few simple habits can help extend a laptop's life, like keeping it off of beds.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 2, 2013
How Americans are becoming more financially responsible
While it is going to take balance to create financially stability, experts say there are positive signs that Americans have learned financial lessons from the recession.
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Oct 2, 201325 ways for parents to keep their cool
Some days, kids can push even the most patient parent to the edge. Use these 25 methods to stay calm and in control.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 1, 20134 tips for organizing your day
Is it possible to accomplish your to-do list every day? Here are 4 simple tips to help you organize your day.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 1, 2013Can’t sleep? Try this.
Concerns about our children can keep us awake at night. Too many sleepless nights can weaken our ability to be patient, loving effective parents. There are solutions to getting a good night's sleep.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 1, 2013
Would you take a pay cut to work from home?
A new survey shows 53 percent of tech workers would accept some kind of wage reduction in order to telecommute daily, and a few said they would take a cut as high as 31 percent. Would you be willing to make that trade?
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 30, 2013
How will driverless cars impact families?
Mothers may spend increasing amounts of time in their vehicles, but the day of driverless autos is rapidly approaching.