For a long time, choosing materials often meant trade-offs. Iron is durable, but susceptible to rusting and also heavy. Glass is light, but cracks and breaks easily. Plastics won't shatter, but are prone to scratching. That said, materials sciences have advanced tremendously over the past few decades, and using a new polymerization process, researchers at MIT have created a … [Read more...] about Stronger than steel, lighter than plastic
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Warehouse space at a premium in America
First, the economic turmoil caused by the COVID-19 pandemic came for our paper products. Now it's coming for our warehouse space. In the United States and throughout much of the world, warehouse space is growing scarce.Just how bad is the shortage? Craig Fuller, the CEO of shipping analytics company FreightWaves, says that warehouses will ideally have about 15 percent of their … [Read more...] about Warehouse space at a premium in America
How to buy a small business
Business ownership is a dream for many people, and an alternative to starting from scratch is to buy an existing business. But where to begin? First, with loads of due diligence. The more preparation, the better.Your prep work starts with an honest look at your own experience, lifestyle and desires to figure out what type of business you want to buy. It's helpful to search … [Read more...] about How to buy a small business
Can you get two PPP or EIDL loans?
To have a safe road trip: Prepare yourself, your passengers, your vehicle You may have taken any number of long road trips before and think you know just how to do it right. When you make your plan, however, consider these points. About your car: Obviously, you will want to make sure that your tires have plenty of tread and there are no operational problems … [Read more...] about Can you get two PPP or EIDL loans?
Work at home opportunities on the rise
The work-from-home trend that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic may have opened some doors for seniors and for those with mobility issues who want or need to work. One key to any remote work is making sure you have adequate computer skills. If you want a job at home, take a class or brush up! These skills are essential today, according to FlexJobs.Among the jobs … [Read more...] about Work at home opportunities on the rise