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( NewsUSA ) – These days, stress seems to spike at every turn, especially in the wake of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, and stressed out individuals continue to seek strategies to improve health, wellbeing and harmony.Quantum energy and frequencies have a long history of use in alternative medicine, and relate to the quantum physics principles described by scientists such as Nikola Tesla.Quantum energy technology also has been adopted into a range of products designed to promote good health and a less stressful, less toxic environment.Products developed by Leela Quantum Tech are designed to promote physical and mental health by reducing the impact of exposure to potentially harmful radiation that exists in the environment from pollution and high frequencies from microwaves, cell phones, computers, and other screens that can have a negative impact on well-being, a phenomenon that is sometimes known as "electrosmog.""Depending on where you are in life and what your goals ...

( NewsUSA ) – Life and love go on, and couples are getting engaged and getting married, even through the unprecendented coronavirus pandemic. Winter holidays remain a popular time for engagements, and couples still want to make the most of this special time with one-of-a-kind engagement rings. Are you getting engaged this holiday season? Thinking about it? Check out these four hot designs from award-winning jeweler Cornelis Hollander for your holiday wish list. – Strong but sweet: The Burcht setting, the top left photo, features an arc of pave diamonds that sits beneath a precious metal bridge holding a stunning center stone. – Dramatically different: The Modus setting, featured in the bottom right corner, redefines diamond engagement rings with a center stone held by four elongated prongs above a glittering diamond bar that touches the finger and curves upward. – Sensuously sophisticated: The Spiral setting in the bottom left corner, showcases a center stone in a diamond-studded chan...

By Lakelyn Hogan, MAFor NewsUSA( NewsUSA ) – In the COVID-19 pandemic, home has been reinforced as the center of the universe for many of us. It’s evolved into our office. It’s doubled as our children’s classroom. It’s transformed into our vacation destination. And it continues to be where we eat, sleep and unwind every day. As the safest place we can be during an ongoing global health crisis, our homes have never been more central to our lives.For the oldest among us, this is only magnified, as eight out of every 10 COVID-19 deaths reported in the United States have been people 65 and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Statistics like these underscore how vital practices such as social distancing and sheltering in place are for older adults.Fortunately, regardless of the pandemic, home is where most people want to be as they grow older. In fact, research conducted for Home Instead Inc., finds that 90 percent of older adults hope to age in place at hom...

( NewsUSA ) – The end of the year is a scramble, and it’s particularly stressful this year for the millions of Americans enrolled in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) who need to spend down account funds by December 31 or risk forfeiting those dollars back to their employers.As the deadline rapidly approaches, FSAstore.com, the largest online retail source for everything flex spending with zero guesswork, is lending a hand to help consumers maximize the potential of their healthcare benefits. What is an FSA? An FSA is an employer-sponsored account that allows individuals to contribute pre-tax income to a tax-advantaged account that they can use throughout the year to pay for an extensive list of approved medical products and services (also known as eligible expenses).The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how American families use their FSAs. According to a recent FSAstore.com survey, more than 50% of account holders will have more FSA funds to spend this deadline period than in previous y...

( NewsUSA ) – Everyone believes in a good cause. Especially now, when individuals and organizations are struggling in the wake of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. People want to support causes they care about, whether through volunteering, donating goods or services, or making a financial contribution.The ability to make a financial contribution to a cause that matters to you will likely vary throughout your lifetime. As a younger person starting out, your financial resources may be more limited or spread across areas including home purchase, student loans, starting a business, or starting a family.The financial planning profession recognizes that people want to support organizations that are meaningful to them without compromising other financial goals, such as repaying debt or planning for retirement.The CFP Board, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting professional standards in personal financial planning, can help individuals assess their financial positions and plan f...

( NewsUSA ) -This year’s holiday season is not what anyone expected, with cancelled sports events and abbreviated seasons. However, there are still reasons to celebrate, and a stunning desktop replica of a favorite stadium will bring some much-needed joy to sports fans, whether or not they attended a game in person this year. Many sports stadiums, both old and new, are works of architectural elegance. The exquisite replicas from Westbrook Sports Classics present these iconic structures from a new perspective that lets fans enjoy the beauty of their favorite ballparks at home on a desk, table, or bookshelf. The stadium reproductions measure approximately 7 by 7 inches, weigh approximately 10-12 pounds, and come with a protective acrylic case. The models are designed and created by John Kimball Westbrook, an award-winning artist whose background includes both architecture and commercial art. Mr. Westbrook also spent time in Washington, DC, on a scholarship to study with Italian stone ca...

( NewsUSA ) -The ‘father’ of fantasy sports league management has teamed up with the renowned American economist and "The End of Money" author to create what could become the hottest and largest addition of the multi-billion dollar Daily Fantasy Sports industry.Fantasy Commodities™ games involve forecasting changes in relative prices among commodities — including base metals such as aluminum and copper; precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum; energy products such as crude oil, gasoline, and natural gas; and agricultural products such as wheat, corn, coffee, pork bellies, etc.It should be a lot of fun and quite profitable for those who become skilled players from all over the world and can remain under a salary cap while earning points based on the actual performances of the commodities in their real-world daily trading.The games founders are considering possible partnerships with New York-based FanDuel, and the Boston-based DraftKings in order to expedite the laun...

( NewsUSA ) – The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is reshaping and challenging the field of education, particularly early childhood education, where the benefits of in-person school are well understood but simply not an option for many children for at least the remainder of the current school year.Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies, a leading national childcare provider, recognized the need for more options for early childhood education for children unable to attend preschool in person, and responded by creating the Kids ‘R’ Kids Online Learning Academy.The Kids ‘R’ Kids Online Academy is an online learning platform designed to engage early learners in a structured, curriculum-based platform that allows for teacher and peer interaction. It helps preschoolers practice developmentally appropriate key concepts in topics including literacy, math, science, and social studies while having fun and refining physical and social/emotional skills as well.The Online Academy includes live, interactive ...

( NewsUSA ) – The holiday season looks different in many ways this year, and chances are finding the perfect gift for your loved one is even more challenging. Shoppers are looking to minimize the amount of time they spend in crowded stores during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, and online shopping has its perils, too, with concerns about timely delivery or wondering whether what you see online is what you get.Instead, think outside the box and consider a gift that will have a lifelong impact, the gift of education, by opening or contributing to a tax-advantaged 529 education savings plan for a loved one.Invest529 is a national program for families in any state. It’s offered by Virginia529, the largest 529 in the United States, and assists students of any age."Education is a gift you might never think to give, but it’s one that will continue to give in ways you might not have considered," explains Mary Morris, CEO of Virginia529."Open a 529 savings plan or contribute to a...

( NewsUSA ) – This holiday season, Chick-fil-A wants to inspire people to be a source of hope through a new animated short film and a digital experience to help people connect and share words of encouragement.In the film, the main character of Chick-fil-A’s 2019 animated holiday film , Sam, returns to help restore the missing spark in her town by discovering hope within herself. The driving message of the film is that we can all make a difference in the lives around us by being a source of encouragement to each other.To accompany the film, Chick-fil-A is inviting people to send a digital note with a custom message of hope, gratitude and kindness to friends and family this holiday season. There is no cost, and messages are sent through text or email."This year has been a tough one for a lot of people and has carried challenges and heartaches we never could have anticipated," said Ashley Callahan, Chick-fil-A senior marketing director. "It’s also been a year of hopeful m...

( NewsUSA ) – Sponsored Content – Perfecting a resume and nailing the job interview can be daunting in normal times. With many companies conducting business remotely, this often extends to interviews. Here are some tips to help shore up your resume and nail those remote job interviews:Resumes should be concise. The first thing you should do is look carefully at the job posting you are applying for. Look for any specifics that they are looking for in an applicant, and use the same wording they do in your resume, if it is applicable. You do not need to have paragraphs explaining every little detail about previous jobs and duties. Stick to the high-level details that seem important and make sure it is readable. Highlight your main job responsibilities, if you received any recognition, and impressive metrics that you may have achieved.Put the most important information near the top of the resume.Use a professional, easy-to- read font like Arial or Times New Roman in size 10 – 12. If you a...

( NewsUSA ) "The Secret Diaries of Juan Luis Vives"by Tim Darcy Ellis It is 1522 in The Spanish Netherlands. Juan Luis Vives, a renowned academic, has fled Spain to avoid the fires of the Inquisition. In England, he takes on the role of tutor to Mary, daughter of Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII. While publicly navigating life as a "New Christian," Vives is quickly drawn into the dangerous world of London’s Jewish community.With a foot in each world, he is torn between the love of two women. The king and queen separately seek Vives’s assistance to support their opposed demands. He must betray one to help the other, knowing his decision could cost him his life. Purchase at https://amzn.to/3ca93ZX . "The North Wind Descends"by N.L. Holmes Hani doesn’t know what to make of it when the king starts honoring him, but he must still find the man who killed a foreign ambassador right under the roof of the Egyptian commissioner in Kumidi — a man whose past interse...

( NewsUSA ) – When gym closures due to COVID-19 locked most seniors out of their exercise classes and daily workout routines this spring, they quickly began combing the internet for new strategies to stay fit. Today, many older adults have turned to options like the Silver&Fit® program, which offers four free public workout classes daily on Facebook Live and YouTube .The timing for the launch of the free senior exercise classes could not have been better, according to comments from participants:"Thank you for keeping us safe, healthy and sane during these tough times," says Ethel G."These classes have been life-saving," Lee Ann D. commented."These classes are perfect!" says Teri S. "Every level is available.""Since the launch of our daily free public classes, we’ve received nearly 30,000 comments on how helpful the classes have been during the pandemic," says Jaynie Bjornaraa, PhD., MPH, PT, and AVP of Digital Fitness Solutions w...

( NewsUSA ) – Every year timeshare owners lose millions of dollars by hiring the wrong exit company. A lack of effective regulation has led to the proliferation of timeshare exit companies — many of which are not able to fulfill the promises made to their customers — prompting the Better Business Bureau to issue alerts and revoke the accreditation status on over 40 timeshare exit companies."It can be difficult for timeshare owners to know who to trust," says Gordon Newton, president of Newton Group, a leading timeshare exit company for over 15 years. "Many exit companies lure timeshare owners with elaborate marketing gimmicks but lack a stable business model. That’s why so many exit companies fold and, when they do, they take all their guarantees and money with them."Newton says an astounding 25 percent of their clients (that’s 1 in 4 timeshare owners) who tried ending their ownership before hiring Newton Group, had previously hired another exit company which faile...

( NewsUSA ) "Ms. Bitch"by Tricia O’Malley From the outside, it seems thirty-six-year-old Tess Campbell has it all: happy marriage, successful career, and an exciting cross-country move ahead. But she doesn’t. Life is a bitch. And suddenly so is Tess. When Tess discovers the truth about her marriage, she decides it’s time to live the life she’s always wanted.Tess embraces her lifelong dream of exploring the world. First stop — scuba diving in Mexico, where the handsome Scottish diving instructor has Tess tied in knots. With her hard-won independence on the line, Tess must decide what’s scarier — learning to love again or letting her past control her future. Purchase at https://geni.us/booktrib . "Looking for the Enter Sign"by Alexandra Retana A tale of perseverance, sacrifice and hope. Sasha’s childhood in Leningrad was happy, sheltered, and in many ways privileged. But in 1989, just as she finds herself on the brink of adolescence, her secure existence is pulled ou...

( NewsUSA ) – A home renovation can boost curb appeal, comfort and longevity. And the roof is a great place to start. According to Remodeling magazine’s 2020 Cost vs. Value Report, a new asphalt roof adds more value at resale than a mid-range bath remodel, master suite addition or major kitchen renovation.* The roof can tie together a home’s exterior color scheme, while helping seal the home from nature’s elements, defend against harsh weather and provide balanced attic ventilation to help a home breathe.Following are five things to keep in mind when replacing a roof:1.) Weather protection: Extreme weather including hail, wind and rain must be managed, but a roof also provides protection every day and in all weather conditions.A high-performing roofing system is essential to performance season after season. Owens Corning Duration® Series shingles are equipped with patented SureNail® Technology and Triple Layer Protection® to protect against shingle loss from high winds. Duration® Ser...

( NewsUSA ) – More than 600 diversity and inclusion experts and leaders of financial services firms recently came together for a virtual discussion about how to increase racial and gender diversity in the financial planning profession. The CFP Board Center for Financial Planning’s third annual Diversity Summit also convened financial planning practitioners, college and university academic program directors and students, and organizations representing diverse constituencies for the three-day, virtual, event. The Summit focused on moving from talk to action with metric-driven, long-term diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that can strengthen the profession. Attendees explored the challenges and opportunities related to implementing and sustaining firms’ diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and gained insights into successful programs that have created culture change and advanced women and people of color within the profession. They also heard from CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLAN...

( NewsUSA ) "Facade" by Melody Saleh What would you do for your best friend? Or, rather, what wouldn’t you do? The lives of Amber and her best friends spiral out of control. Amber sets out to seduce a sexy attorney, but are they meant to be together? Debra tries to rebuild her life, but does she say yes to the wrong man? Fashion designer Zya falls for another woman, but will she let society decide her happiness? Model Dominque wants to get her life on track, and is Mr. Right really just that? Amber puts everyone back together, but when her sister suddenly reappears, what devious plans are in store? "Thought-provoking, entertaining and very sexy." Part of the Unbroken Series, often compared to Sex and the City. Purchase at https://amzn.to/2G8PV2o ."Amora" by Grant Hallstrom Says reviewer Wayne S. Walker, "This historical novel is based on the true story of the noblewoman who inspired Justin Martyr’s petition to the Roman Senate. The basic theme is forg...

( NewsUSA ) – For too long there has been a shortage of women and a lack of diversity in both computer science classrooms and in the workforce. AP Computer Science Principles, or AP CSP, was introduced by the College Board four years ago to change the invitation to computer science and address the shortage of young women and students of color entering the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).Now, there is encouraging news about efforts to prepare more students –and a more diverse set of students — for the next generation of computer science jobs. According to new College Board data, students from the class of 2019 who took Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles (AP CSP) were three times more likely to declare a computer science major in college, compared to similar students who did not take AP CSP. Differences are similarly large for female, Black, Hispanic, and first-generation college students.New research out today is good news for business leaders lo...

( NewsUSA ) – Turns out a lot of us actually like certain changes we’ve made in our lives while holed up at home since the coronavirus hit.No, we’re not talking about what turned out to be the not so stop-gap measures experts usually cite in arguing the entire world has been forever transformed due to COVD-19. Telemedicine. Telemeetings. Fist bumps — well, okay, maybe not fist bumps, but (sadly) "handshakes may be one of the last things to come back," the Boston Globe reported.Instead, a new survey of U.S. adults aged 18 and over provides rare insight into what could be the pandemic’s long-term impact on individual household dynamics.Think about it: Fifty-three percent of those surveyed report spending an extra 7.4 hours, on average, at home each day, which works out to be the equivalent of two additional days per week. And what have we been doing with that extra time?We’ve been cooking together more (14 percent, allowing us to infer that nearly 36 million people are spendin...

( NewsUSA ) – While the holiday season can be a busy and hectic time for many, it presents the perfect opportunity to reconnect with family and friends. But with the presence of COVID-19, holiday plans may look different this year as many families host virtual celebrations or small gatherings with increased safety measures.Regardless of how the holidays are celebrated, they are still an ideal time to check in on the health and well-being of older loved ones, especially during this particularly isolating time. Even though many of us may not see our loved ones in person over the holidays, virtual platforms are making it easier than ever to stay connected.While not being able to come together to celebrate holidays and major life milestones isn’t new for 2020, the impacts of isolation and loneliness are still very real, particularly for the aging population. As social distancing remains necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19, many are feeling the effects on their physical and mental hea...

( NewsUSA ) – Celebrate the season with the softest fabrics and festive favorites for every memory-making moment:Holiday graphic tees and distressed jeans with all the details. Buffalo plaid paired with sculpting jeans for all your causal holiday traditions. And super soft jeggings under snuggle-up sweaters.Discover all of our trending holiday favorites at your nearest maurices store and online.Feel-good jeans Jeans should make you look and feel good every time you put them on. And with so many trending styles, washes and details to choose from, there’s never been a better time to discover your new favorite pair in sizes 0-24.m jeans by maurices™ –everyday amazing jeans that hold up to whatever life brings. Try them in a slim-boot curvy style for a flattering and comfy fit that contours curves without gapping at the waist.Everflex™ jeans — our premium super stretch with linear compression fabric that shapes and lifts where you want it most. They’re an easy choice for getting the tree ...

( NewsUSA ) – Both the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization have identified people living with diabetes at increased risk of complications from coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 infection, also known as COVID-19.Type 2 diabetes does not cause an elevated risk of infection per se but a greater risk of complications and mortality that arise from COVID-19 infection. Cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, and organ dysfunction, including kidney and eye, all are common issues associated with Type 2 diabetes, and have been seen to be further exacerbated by COVID-19 infection.While doctors still do not have enough evidence to explain all of the ways the virus affects the body, reports from all over the world have identified connections between inflammation and blood coagulation abnormalities and dangerous outcomes from the virus.However, what many have not discussed is the possibility that quarantines, stay-at-home orders and remote working — necessary to prevent the spreadin...

( NewsUSA )In the wake of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, many people are looking to cut costs and better manage expenses. Some may view financial planners as an unnecessary expense, but in reality, a smart relationship with an experienced financial planner will save you money in the short- and long-term, and will help you weather the challenges of a changing economy.CFP Board, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting professional standards in personal financial planning, emphasizes how the guidance a financial planner can provide goes beyond the surface of stocks and investment advice. Instead it emphasizes the benefits of a long-term plan to help people meet their financial goals. Only individuals who have fulfilled CFP Board’s rigorous requirements can call themselves a CFP® certificant, so be sure your planner is a certified CFP® professional.It’s important to note that not all financial advisors have made a commitment to act in their clients’ best interests. As part of thei...

( NewsUSA ) As 2020 comes to a close, the rush of the holiday season will soon turn into a scramble for flexible spending account (FSA) users who have a December 31 deadline. An FSA is an employer-sponsored, tax-advantaged account you can use to pay for eligible healthcare expenses. However, money left at the end of each plan year (or after any applicable deadline extension) is forfeited back to your employer. And there are hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars left on the line for many American families this year.FSAstore.com believes that using healthcare dollars should be simple and that forfeiting funds shouldn’t happen, especially since there are so many ways to use FSA funds to help manage medical conditions and support daily health and well-being.With less than two weeks until December 31, FSAstore.com has compiled a Deadline Spending Guide for shopping inspiration, along with the following 10 ideas for spending down funds.1. Diagnostic Products. Monitor your health with at-ho...

( NewsUSA ) Self-care has never been more important as part of a strategy to manage the ongoing stress of the Covid-19 pandemic.Strategies for self-care include paying attention to sleep, nutrition, and physical activity, but channeling the power of quantum energy offers an additional opportunity for self-care and self-healing.Quantum energy and frequencies have a long history of use in alternative medicine, and some individuals have developed class-based wellness practices that are designed to channel quantum energy.Devaya Smith, a self-described energy psychologist in Taos, New Mexico, for instance, uses the power of quantum energy to teach individuals to connect with themselves in a way that relieves tension and restores peace of mind.Quantum energy technology also has been adopted into self-care products for use in the safety and comfort of home.Products developed by Leela Quantum Tech are designed to promote physical and mental health by channeling quantum energy. According to th...

( NewsUSA ) For those seeking new exercise options in 2021, the Silver&Fit® program is expanding its free, public Facebook Live and YouTube senior exercise classes from four classes a day to nine, including Saturdays, for a total of 54 classes a week. These half hour classes include cardio, strength/bodyweight, yoga, dance, tai chi, mixed formats, and flexibility and balance at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Additional daily free workouts feature an international location and a ‘my favorites’ option. The new roster of free exercise classes will premiere Monday, January 4th, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For added convenience, classes can be replayed at any time on Facebook or YouTube for two weeks after the premiere date."So many people have lost access to their gyms, and this is especially hard for older adults who look forward to their structured classes and social interactions," said Jaynie Bjornaraa, PhD., MPH, PT, and AVP of Digital Fitness Solutions wit...

( NewsUSA )So much changed in 2020.But in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, some things remain the same, including the need for smart money management. The start of the new year is an ideal time to revisit your financial goals and plans to ensure they work for you. No matter how the pandemic may have impacted your financial situation, consider taking these important steps now to maximize your money in 2021:- Avoid or pay off debt. Resolve to pay credit cards and other bills each month by spending within your limits. Try to avoid taking on additional debt outside of a mortgage. If you have debt, pay off the highest interest loans first, and also try to accelerate loan payments when you can. Reducing debt is especially important as you approach retirement age.- Look for simple ways to save. Make saving a New Year’s resolution, especially this year, as the pandemic continues to affect the economy, and job stability may be less uncertain.In addition to setting aside part of a paycheck for sa...

( NewsUSA ) – THE ULTIMATE OFFICE FAN EXPERIENCEBeginning on January 1, 2021, you can stream every episode of The Office only on Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service. Whether you have watched the series ten times through, or have never seen a single episode, Peacock has every fan covered. Peacock provides a variety of ways to relive The Office’s best pranks, romances, quotes and more.Binge through every milestone in Jim and Pam’s relationship and listen to Michael Scott utter the words "that’s what she said" more times than you can count in the original series or enjoy these moments and more with The Office: Superfan Episodes that include never-before-seen footage and deleted scenes in extended cuts. See a sample of an extended cut clip from season 3 of The Office here .Looking for more? Peacock offers fans behind-the-scenes content, including bloopers, featurettes, and interviews, as well as special curated, themed episode collections, clip playlists, and a 24/7 channe...