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• Revolutionary voice-activated museum opens in Washington, D.C.

  Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

  Revolutionary, both for its purpose and its cutting-edge technology, Planet Word, the world’s first voice-activated museum, debuted Oct. 22 in Washington, D.C. Dedicated to the "power, beauty and fun of language," it helps show how words shape the human experience. Planet Word is the first major museum anywhere to take a high-tech approach to bringing language to life. It features 10 immersive learning galleries that employ technology in novel ways to reimagine the typical museum experience.

• Experts hope plant-based burgers will reduce the need for factory farms

  Scott E. Rupp Food & Beverage

  Want fries with that? With that plant burger? That’s soon going to be a question for millions around the world at McDonald’s. The upcoming launch of McDonald’s vegan "McPlant" burger could feed many millions. Some think McDonald’s move to veggie burgers (along with many other chains making similar moves) could reduce dependence on factory farming, specifically beef production. In addition to "beef"-like veggie patties, the chain is testing chicken alternatives. The fast-food chain is behind the curve when it comes to rolling out plant-based products.

• Why cultural understanding is essential: Part 5

  Douglas Magrath Education

  Culture is an important element for any ESL program, and instructors need to be aware of learners’ cultures as they work with international students. New students may feel isolated, especially if no one else from their country is in the program or school. Language teaching, including ESL/ESOL, should include a cultural component. Language and culture go together. Sometimes culture is missing from the curriculum. This represents a missed opportunity for student engagement: Without cultural contexts, students are robbed of a full and engaging language learning experience.

• 5 ways to get your website ready for Google’s user experience update

  Natalka Antoniuk Marketing

  As if 2020 wasn’t bad enough already, Google has let us know about an upcoming algorithm update that will most definitely send SEO gurus into a frenzy. Whenever Google rolls out an update, everyone panics. It’s no wonder when a one-position drop in your search rankings means you can lose 80% of your organic traffic. This time it’s different. Usually, we have no idea when Google is planning to update its algorithm. The SEO tools are pretty good at picking up inferences that suggest an update. But in most cases, we have no time to prepare and no idea as to what the update has changed. This time, we know.

• Changing suppliers: When it’s time to cut the ties

  Anne Rose Business Management, Services & Risk Management

  After some time in business, you’ve likely developed strong relationships with a certain set of suppliers. You know what they can do for you and when, you know their policies and procedures, and you’re comfortable that your goals and values are congruent. All well and good, but unless you periodically analyze the status of your relationships, it’s too easy to fall into complacency and make assumptions that are no longer valid. Then you risk misplaced loyalty. So, here are signs that it is time to critically assess your loyalty to long-standing suppliers, perhaps cut those ties, and look afield for new suppliers.

• What is game theory, and why should it matter to your business?

  Victoria Fann Business Management, Services & Risk Management

  Benjamin Franklin once said, "Games lubricate the body and mind." Maybe it’s time to start seeing business as a game; at least that’s what game theorists might suggest. Developed by mathematician John von Neumann in 1928, game theory, which could loosely be defined as the study of strategic decision-making, was originally associated with a branch of applied mathematics. Now, however, it has expanded to many other areas of study. So, how is it connected with business?

• A close look at Federal Premium’s Terminal Ascent ammo

  John McAdams Recreation & Leisure

  The big ammunition companies are continually refining their ammo and bullet offerings in search of better overall performance at the range and afield. In particular, the rising popularity of long-range shooting has resulted in increasing demand for hunting ammunition capable of getting the job done at extended range on elk- and deer-sized game. This ammunition must be extremely accurate and must also still deliver the terminal performance necessary to ethically harvest game at longer range. At the same time, this ammunition must also not sacrifice performance at short range, either. Designing ammunition that checks all of those boxes can be a pretty tall order.

• How water helps boost student mental health

  Sheilamary Koch and Ayla Reguero Koch Education

  Most of us have experienced times when an ocean, river rapids, a waterfall or a very cold swimming pool has demanded our attention or inspired awe. Water is indeed a powerful force of nature. However, it’s not commonly thought of as part of the educator’s toolkit (unless perhaps you’re teaching Montessori or marine biology). This article may change your mind. Oceans and water in general can be used by educators to benefit student learning both as a mindfulness tool and a boost to brain functioning.

• Sustainable food gains more popularity due to COVID-19

  Bambi Majumdar Food & Beverage

  The COVID-19 crisis shows that America is hungry for sustainable food systems — more than ever before. According to a report from The Business Research Company, COVID-19 has steadily pushed up the demand for local, sustainable, and organic food production. Consumers are more concerned about how food is raised and prepared. They are leaning towards organic, which emphasizes environmental protection, consumer health, and animal welfare. With the disruption that businesses have faced, there is a lot of focus on supporting local brands as well.

• Remodelers bullish as demand resurges

  Michael J. Berens Construction & Building Materials

  Remodelers entered the final quarter of the year riding a wave of strong demand for home renovation projects. With no end to the coronavirus pandemic in sight, homeowners are continuing to upgrade and alter their living spaces to accommodate the changes to their lifestyles resulting from home confinement and the need to work and be schooled from home. Rising home values and low interest rates are helping to sustain the trend and carry it through to the end of the year.

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