Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance
The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) leads and coordinates the U.S. government’s efforts to respond to disasters worldwide. Each year, OFDA responds to an average of 65 disasters across more than 50 countries. These include rapid-onset disasters like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and floods, as well as slow-onset crises such as drought and conflict. The office works in partnership with other U.S. government agencies to save lives, reduce human suffering, and lessen the social and economic effects of disasters.
Scientific American Frontiers
The show was produced by The Chedd-Angier-Lewis Production Company in collaboration with Scientific American magazine and was presented on PBS by Connecticut Public Television.
Boost Your Brain: The Power of Exercise and Healthy Eating
Regular physical activity is great for your heart, muscles, and bones. But did you know it’s also good for your brain? Being active can help you think more clearly, learn better, solve problems, and maintain emotional balance. It can boost your memory and lower feelings of anxiety or depression.
Signs of Food Poisoning
Food poisoning occurs when you consume harmful germs, such as Salmonella or E. coli, through contaminated food or water. The symptoms you experience can differ depending on the type of germ you’ve ingested. These symptoms may range from mild discomfort to severe illness and can persist for a few hours or several days.
Disruptive Technologies: Innovations Shaping the Future of Life, Business, and Economy
New technologies are emerging unprecedentedly, and each breakthrough is hailing as the next major shift. The potential "next big things" list continues to grow, but not every innovation will reshape business or society. However, some can disrupt the status quo, change our lives and work, and redefine value across industries so business and policy leaders can identify which technologies will have the most significant impact and prepare accordingly.
Email Continues to Deliver Strong ROI and Value for Marketers
Despite periodic claims of declining, email continues to thrive as a core marketing channel. Its sustained success, however, hinges on marketers addressing the impact of mobile usage, increasing message volume, and data-driven personalization. These trends are detailed in eMarketer’s report, “Email Marketing Benchmarks 2016: Relevancy, Frequency, Deliverability, and Mobility.”
Update on Twitter's Rate Limits
To ensure the authenticity of its user base, Twitter has implemented measures to remove spam and bot accounts from the platform. These actions included temporarily limiting usage to detect and eliminate harmful accounts effectively. According to the company, advance notice of these measures could have allowed bad actors to adjust their behavior and evade detection.
How the Companies Line Up
Since its debut in August 2006, the "Guide to Greener Electronics" has evaluated the environmental performance of leading electronics manufacturers. This guide encourages the industry's shift toward sustainable practices by ranking companies based on their policies and actions regarding toxic chemical usage and product recycling.
Lift Every Voice: The Biden Plan for Black America
The Biden Plan for Black America, released during the 2020 presidential campaign, sets forth an ambitious vision to address systemic inequalities and provide meaningful reforms to the issues that disproportionately affect African Americans. Joe Biden’s plan promises to tackle the many problems with long-standing roots in racial injustice, from economic disparities and educational inequities to criminal justice reform and healthcare access. Its comprehensive initiative aims to provide African Americans with the tools and opportunities needed to succeed while working to undo the harms of historical discrimination.
Social Support: Tap This Tool to Beat Stress
Strong relationships with family and friends profoundly benefit your health and well-being. A robust social support network can help you navigate stressful situations, whether a tough day at work or a year marked by loss or illness. Conversely, the lack of social support can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation. Since these relationships are so essential, it’s never too early to nurture and strengthen them.