How Amazon's quest for more, cheaper products has resulted in a flea market of fakes
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Nov 17, 2019 6:00 AM - Amazon executives have publicly lamented the scourge of counterfeits, saying they have spent hundreds of millions and hired thousands of workers to police its massive market of third-party firms which use the e-commerce site to sell their goods. But Amazon's system is failing to staunch the flow of dubious goods even with obvious examples of knockoffs.
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Pokemon is everywhere now. Long live Pokemon.
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Dell aims to make women half of workforce in diversity push
Nov 17, 2019 6:09 AM - Dell is among a number of technology companies that have mapped out grand pledges for a more diverse workforce. -
Hundreds of journalists anonymously reveal their salaries on viral spreadsheet, challenging workplace taboo
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When you quit a job, don't burn any bridges
Nov 17, 2019 6:11 AM - Career paths have a way of converging unexpectedly; you never know when the junior colleague you help boost professionally will someday be in a position to return the favor.
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Deck the walls with art or graffitti
Nov 17, 2019 7:00 AM - In the world of decor, wallcoverings are known for their enormous impact. If used on only one wall, they can make it a focal point. If used all over a room, sometimes including the ceilings, they can awaken our senses. -
From swimming pools to theater outings, local senior communities help you stay active
Nov 17, 2019 6:00 AM - Most people who regularly work with senior citizens agree that keeping people's minds and bodies active is the secret to good health and happiness as we age. That is why senior residential communities in the suburbs have invested in state-of-the-art fitness centers, indoor swimming pools and landscaped walking paths. -
Better to think of snowy plants than snowy days
Nov 17, 2019 7:00 AM - Snow came earlier than ever before this year, forcing gardeners indoors for a winter hiatus. Instead of contemplating snow, I would rather consider plants that include that four-letter word in their names. -
Home inspector makes faulty recommendation
Nov 17, 2019 6:00 AM - Q: Our home is about 35 years old. When we bought it, our home inspector reported that the two garage door openers lacked automatic reverse for child safety. We asked if the repair would be costly, and he said, "any fool with a screwdriver could do it."
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How an app helped Beijing fix its pollution problem
Nov 16, 2019 4:42 PM - Beijing is likely to exit the list of the world's 200 most polluted cities. And the Blue Map app has played a key role in helping citizens hold polluting industries to account. Is there a lesson for Delhi and other world capitals?
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