There’s a reason why the kratom industry is worth an estimated $5 billion in the United States. The natural herb is becoming increasingly popular for both medicinal and recreational use. Unfortunately, there are still some negative stigmas surrounding the plant. In many states, the substance remains legal, but some have decided to impose bans on …
6 Common Smartphone Cleaning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Do you love your smartphone? If so, you’re not alone. After all, mobile devices seem to have taken over the world. Everywhere you look, people have their noses glued to their smartphone. Keeping your smartphone clean might not be your top priority, but it’s still an important part of owning a mobile device so that …
The Beginner’s Guide to Using Cryptocurrency Tokens
The term “cryptocurrency” has been a bit of a buzzword over the last few years, and with good reason. Experts predict that the cryptocurrency market will grow with a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 56.4% between 2019 and 2025. There’s never been a better time to get in the cryptocurrency game. But, it can be …
What Is a Biometric Lock? Everything You Should Know
What is a biometric lock? Over the years, locks advanced in providing security as more complex mechanisms come to play. Whether they come in either mechanical or digital form, the principle still remains simple. That is to either prevent valuables from theft or to prevent intrusions and break-ins. However, some locks aren’t as reliable anymore …
Do I Need to Buy Flood Insurance? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
Can you name the most common natural disaster in the US? If you guessed floods, you’re correct. You might associate floods with hurricanes or springtime thaws, but the truth is that floods can happen anytime, anywhere. Since 1970, the National Flood Insurance Progam has responded to 2.4 million damage claims in all 50 states. If you’re …
Are Drug Prices Fair? What to Look for at Your Local Pharmacy
Have you ever gone to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription and balked at the price? You’re not alone. In the United States, drug prices are exponentially high. Many people pay thousands of dollars for medicine. In fact, Bloomberg estimates the average American pays $1,200 a year for prescription medication alone. The good news? You …
This Is What to Do If You Win the Lottery
We’ve all heard the classic icebreaker: “What would you do if you won the lottery?” For many of us, the answer may be flippant: we’ll blow it all on a fancy lifestyle, we’ll donate to charity, we’ll invest. But when it comes right down to it, what should you actually do if you go from …
6 Factors to Consider When Choosing Health Supplements
In this day and age, it seems so simple to take a pill and hope for some health success. There is so much more to it than that. You have to invest in your health in the same way you do anything else: put in the work that is needed to make some improvements in your …
Viral Load – 4 Tips For High School Students Tackling The VCE During The Pandemic
2020 is one of the hardest years to be undertaking your VCE. Students are dealing with a new online learning model, the general stress in the state of Victoria at the moment, and the compounding struggles that have arisen from the pandemic and associated lockdowns. It’s normal if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed right now, …
Beauty Bargains – How Do These 4 Home Beauty Treatments Compare to The Real Deal?
It’s only natural to want to save a few dollars here and there. However, when it comes to beauty treatments, some things are better left to the professionals. Here are four examples of beauty treatments and how they compare to the real deal. Teeth Whitening Those who aren’t happy with the shade of their teeth …