Recent Articles
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Massachusetts learns perils of driving while high
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityIf a police officer can smell burning marijuana or can see a driver holding a lit marijuana joint, that's too bad in Massachusetts. According to a ruling from the state's Supreme Judicial Court last fall, neither of those instances gives police the right to pull over the vehicle.
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‘The greatest’ marketing lessons from the life of Muhammad…
Ryan Clark MarketingMuhammad Ali was a marketing master. Whether he was promoting himself or his next fight, Ali knew how to pull the right strings to draw an audience. This is a feat that should not be taken lightly. Take this into consideration: As a black man in America during the 1960s, Ali convinced millions during America's era of racial segregation to both lend him their ears and agree with him that he may be, possibly, the greatest of all time.
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The power of response in email communications
Jessica Taylor CommunicationsImagine asking someone a question face-to-face and they either a) never acknowledge the question or b) respond several hours after the fact. Many would construe said behavior as rude or dismissive.
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APRNs gaining respect, but resistance still remains
Joan Spitrey Medical & Allied HealthcareIn an effort to increase veterans' access to healthcare, the Department of Veterans Affairs is proposing to amend its medical regulations and allow full practice authority for all VA advanced practiced registered nurses (APRNs). This action comes in response to the growing crisis for timely medical care for the nation's service men and women. The VA would join a growing number of states that currently allow them to practice independently.
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Trump takes the complexity out of energy for voters
Lucy Wallwork Natural ResourcesEnergy market watchers had been eagerly awaiting Republican candidate Donald Trump's appearance May 26 at a North Dakota oil and gas conference. Until then, his campaign had been hazy on the details of any energy policies a Trump presidency might bring, other than generic endorsements and calls for support of America's fracking and coal industries. Analysts were left to dig among scattered tweets.
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Tips for planning flawless outdoor events
Serena Ghering Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWe all love outdoor events. The setting itself becomes as much a part of the design as the décor and entertainment. But whether a large outdoor festival or an intimate dinner, there are a few extra things you need to factor in to ensure a flawless guest experience when planning for your perfect soiree under the stars.
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Working together: Differences in male and female brains
Dorothy L. Tengler Medical & Allied HealthcareCooperation, the cornerstone of all successful relationships, is an important societal issue. Cooperation between family members, friends, co-workers and even governments worldwide is something that is invaluable and instrumental. That said, men and women experience cooperation differently.
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Healthcare IoT market heats up to improve patient care
Scott E. Rupp Medical & Allied HealthcareAnyone following the world of health IT continues to come across the seemingly never-ending alphabet soup of innovation and investment — HITECH, HIPAA, BYOD and even one of the most popular today: IoT. The Internet of Things, a concept of connected performance for everything from televisions and coffeemakers to refrigerators and condoms, IoT continues to gain an ever more impressive foothold into the world of healthcare.
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FAA announces ‘first-come, first-served’ ADS-B rebate program
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveIn hopes of encouraging compliance with the ADS-B rule, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is offering a rebate incentive to owners of general aviation aircraft. The aim is to not only spur compliance, but to also avoid a last-minute rush.
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USPS still in limbo waiting for Congress to act
Chris Lien Civil & GovernmentOn May 11, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform held a hearing regarding the state of the U.S. Postal Service. Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan, PRC Chairman Robert Taub, Director Lori Rectanus from the GAO, Fredric V. Rolando from the NALC, and Jessica Lowrance from Postcom all testified.