Real People, Significant Stories

Half-Time Primetime: Celebrities Who Have Never Performed at the Super Bowl Half-time

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019 by Stefany Warren

Even today, performing at the Super Bowl is up there with performing at Madison Square Garden, Wembley, heck, maybe even Woodstock. It’s a high honor that performers would probably kill for. But even with its prestigious role as one of the biggest goals of artists, how come some beloved and popular celebrities haven’t made the cut? Taylor Swift A Taylor Swift half-time performance at the Super Bowl would, in my opinion, and without hyperbole, be the best fucking show on …

Right Off the Bat: Who is The Batman?

January 7, 2019November 22, 2018 by Stefany Warren

He is vengeance. He is the night. He is Batman. From page to page, rooftop to rooftop, a ruthless knight in a cowl shifted in the shadows in the name of justice in “Gotham”, a grim city littered with crime and treacherous villains enough to scare comic readers of the twentieth century. Each flip of the page, each brilliantly drawn comic panel was an exciting yet dark new adventure for the Caped Crusader. Batman’s Identity Batman has ruled over the …

Nike Runner with a Movement Disorder Proves There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Disability’

January 7, 2019October 25, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: CBS News Justin Gallegos’s life mantra might as well be “Just Do It”, and that phrase means a lot of things to a lot of people—from a kid with a dream to a professional athlete with a goal. This brand idea transformed from a simple marketing tagline to a mantra for a lot of athletes, for most of them, it meant “winning”, “believing in your own capabilities” and for Justin, it was “overcoming”. He was once a …

Hungry 4 Success: The Story of David Cesarez and his Silicon Valley Journey

January 7, 2019October 24, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: CBS News One Friday back in July this year, Jasmine Scofield from Mountain View, California was on her way to a restaurant after getting out from work when she ran into a smart looking man in his 20s at an intersection. There was a glint of hope in the man’s eyes and a pinch of desperation. In his hands was a sign that said: “Homeless, hungry 4 success. Take a Resume.” A man with a dream David …

5 Female Superheroes in Comics Who Embody Women Empowerment

January 7, 2019October 20, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: Mashable The comics industry started out in the early twentieth century at the back of magazines and newspapers. Comics since then has acquired a larger target market and reached its golden age where hundreds of comic issues and volumes have resided on the shelves or on a box under of every boy’s room. Superheroes like Batman, Superman and Thor graced the panels of each page with unbelievable powers and superhuman abilities that seemed impossible for a villain …

5 On-Going TV Shows Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity

January 7, 2019October 20, 2018 by Stefany Warren

TV series right now has never been this colorful. Hollywood is admittedly a heavily stained part of the entertainment industry. From movies to the small screen, notions of whitewashing and the idea that “whites sell better” have been evident since the beginning of this industry. True enough, movies and TV shows are based on the culture and time it was created on, but it is almost sad that even in the light of diversity and the fight to change the …

A Graduate’s Surprise: How Hanss Mujica Gave his Family the Surprise of a Lifetime

January 7, 2019October 18, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: A Plus “Por ustedesempece. Por ustedesacabe.” His family can’t help but shed tears as they continued to read his message on a piece of paper. From what was supposed to be a family photo shoot for a Psychology Class, it clearly became something more. A young man from Texas named Hanss Mujica, 24, snuck behind his unsuspecting family all dressed in a graduation garb and with a couple of signboards. He was all set for graduation. All …

Learn About the Best Practices in Direct Marketing

July 16, 2019July 16, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Anyone who says that direct marketing is dead does not know a thing about marketing at all. Even though digital marketing or online marketing is the go-to marketing strategy these days, direct marketing still has some tricks up its sleeve to make an impact on any company’s sales. With that in mind, you should know the best practices that direct marketing companies in the UK use so that you can incorporate them into your own marketing strategies and make them …

Winning the Cornhole Game

July 5, 2019July 6, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

A party is not complete without some kind of entertainment. It won’t be a party if it is not happy in the first place. There are games that can either test your physical strength and athletic abilities, while some would challenge your mental skills. Nevertheless, playing games should be enjoyed by everyone regardless of experience, skill level, and age. And then there’s a game called cornhole. It is a popular game in the US which has actually been around for …

Why Should You Prioritize Your IT Infrastructure?

July 3, 2019July 6, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Information Technology or IT plays a significant role in today’s businesses and companies. IT professionals often work behind the scene, but they are as important as any other experts that help the business succeed. The average person may see IT experts as the company computer repairmen, but they can do much more than that. People may not see it, but most of the technological systems in the office can be managed by IT professionals. Records and Documentation With the introduction …

Must-Have Types of Maternity Photo Shoots

July 5, 2019July 5, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Your pregnancy will mark one of the most memorable events of your life. Though it will be marked by periods of anxiety, uncertainty, and sometimes severe bouts of morning sickness, it is one you should enjoy and always remember. The best way to ensure you remember your incredible journey into motherhood is to have photographs detailing it. This does not mean those you take on your phone randomly but rather professional ones that paint your journey in the best possible …

How to Keep Your Lawn Looking Good

July 3, 2019July 3, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

A healthy lawn is something to be proud of. It means that you’re taking proper care of it and that you are the master of your domain. However, it can seem like a daunting task at first for those who have never owned a lawn. You shouldn’t worry, though. Taking care of your garden is pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Here are some tips on what you should do: Mow the Grass Properly Mowing your lawn …

Business Talk: Event Necessities

June 20, 2019June 20, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Every business needs publicity to ensure that they could communicate their message to their target audience effectively. This can be a campaign for product awareness, a call-to-action, a public relations strategy, corporate advocacy, or any announcement of some sort. Good thing, there are many ways enterprises can maximise to reach the masses. Although social media is a superb go-to platform for gaining exposure, classic interactive events can also boost publicity. If you are a business owner, consider holding some large-scale …

5 Asian Treats You Should Try

June 17, 2019June 18, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

In general, Asian cuisine is already a class of its own, what with the flavorful spices that makes it exciting and enjoyable. However, not a lot of people have had the luxury to discover and explore Asian bakery goods and treats that are as delightful as their cuisine itself. A popular type of these treats is mooncake. In general, even Westerners acknowledge how delicious this tasty little confection is. Complete with creative packaging, mooncakes are well-received even in countries outside …

Once Unthinkable, These Landmark Devices are Now Common in Our Daily Life

May 30, 2019June 1, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Imagine a world without smartphones, online education portals, or lasers. While it’s technically possible, it would be a harder world to live in. Advanced technology once thought of as too expensive or complex to share with the rest of the world are now deeply embedded in day-to-day life. From DVDs to traffic apps, the following technologies have been brought to the level of the masses: GPS/GNSS Explorers who relied on the stars and paper maps to navigate would never have …

Everything There Is to Know About On-Page SEO

May 27, 2019May 27, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

The Internet is a great marketplace, but it is one noisy marketplace. One has to optimize their website so that their voice is heard above the competition’s. One way to improve your site is through on-page SEO which increases your visibility and ensures peak performance. On-page SEO is the art of enhancing individual pages so that they can rank higher, thus earning you more traffic. It encompasses both the HTML code and the content, unlike off-page SEO which focuses on …

What is Website Monitoring and Its Categories?

May 20, 2019May 20, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Website monitoring may refer to any activity where a website or web service is checked for its performance, availability, or function. This is especially important if you have a business website because it allows you to make sure that your products are always available online and there are no unexpected downtimes for your site’s visitors. Let us take a look at how website monitoring services can be sorted according to various categories. Methods of website monitoring Website monitoring can be …