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Building the ultimate early 986 Porsche Boxster
David Hurth Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe 986 generation of the Porsche Boxster currently has an amazing value. Early cars in decent running condition from 1997-1999 can be purchased for as low as $5,000, with lower-mileage, well-maintained cars easy to find for about $7,500. For your money, you get a car that up to the A pillar looks almost exactly like a 996 generation 911. You also get a mid-engine roadster that has some of the best handling you can buy. It's a lot of vehicle for the money.
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Despite backlash, Durant proves upgrading is good
Damon Sayles Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWhen it comes to changing jobs, what's the difference in what NBA superstar Kevin Durant did and what the average Joe does every day? If the common denominator is for upgrading purposes, the answer is nothing. Absolutely nothing.
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Sky’s the limit: Just who controls drones?
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveOn May 25, a bipartisan group of senators introduced the Drone Federalism Act of 2017. The bill would, if passed, protect states' rights to control the movement of drones over state airspace at certain heights. This is just one of many recent rounds in the war for control of the skies being waged between governments and drone users.
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How the AHCA will affect those with pre‑existing conditions
Howard Margolis Healthcare AdministrationOn May 4, Republicans in the House of Representatives repealed the Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare) and passed the American Health Care Act of 2017 (AHCA). President Donald Trump lauded the bill and held a congratulatory ceremony in the White House Rose Garden.
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Move over, controller: Digital towers arrive in the UK
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveLondon City — the famous airport built in the heart of the former docklands in the UK capital — will become the first airport in the country to introduce a digital control tower, replacing binoculars with cameras and a control room almost 100 miles away.
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Designing for the deaf
Leslie LaskinReese Interior Design, Furnishings & FixturesDeaf is a culture. Deafness is not seen in the deaf community as a disability but rather as a difference. It is not necessarily something to overcome as much as it is something to become part of. Deaf culture is rich in social behavior, tradition, values and history — and just like any culture, it has its own language.
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Can the ‘granny shot’ save struggling free throw shooters?
Damon Sayles Sports & FitnessIn basketball, watching a player showcase proper shooting form can be a vision of beauty. And when a basketball player heads to the free throw line, that player's form can be a topic of discussion — especially when that player is a big-time college or professional player.
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Tourism industry continues to fight for LGBT rights
Suzanne Mason Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWith Pride Month underway, LGBT rights continue to be threatened across the country. So-called "bathroom bills" targeting the transgender community's right to use the bathroom in which they identify remains an ongoing battle in many state legislatures. Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau President and CEO William Pate touched upon the bathroom bill and how tourism bureaus and other travel entities can fight against these bills at the 3rd Annual Symposium on LGBT Tourism & Hospitality during LGBT Week last month in New York City.
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How to remain authentic when terminating an employee
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWell-intentioned legal advice, fears of lawsuits and simply the awfulness of the conversation can leave many business leaders dreading terminations. Unfortunately, that often results in mediocre employees getting more chances than they deserve, which can have a negative effect on the rest of the office.
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Are USDA’s changes to school lunches needed?
Cait Harrison EducationChanges are coming again to school lunches. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue announced last month that the department is taking steps to roll back lunch standards promoted by former first lady Michelle Obama. Perdue's interim final rule will give schools more flexibility in meeting whole grain and lower sodium requirements, and it allows schools to serve 1 percent flavored milk rather than skim.