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Why Millennials Prefer to Study Part-Time

As the latest demographic evidence shows, the Millennial generation — already the largest group of consumers in North America — is expected to outnumber the Baby Boom generation by the end of 2019. So perhaps it isn’t surprising that this younger, more tech-savvy generation is already having a major impact on how education, job training, and the labour economy work. It is often noted that Millennials have a much more flexible approach to work than their elders did. They tend to be highly entrepreneurial, and most don’t expect to stay at a single company long-term. Instead, they create bespoke career…

Pollution Solutions for Londoners

London is one of the most exciting cities in the world to live! It’s got incredible museums, world class restaurants, premiers of plays that go on to win awards and launch careers and it’s a hive of business innovation that can supercharge your own CV. Unfortunately there are downsides to living in the capital: it’s inarguably expensive, people moving from friendlier areas of the country or indeed the world can find the anonymity of the tightly packed city difficult to live with, and, of course, the pollution in the air is a problem we’re only just beginning to recognise and…

4 Ways to Limit and Erase Your Digital Footprint

Whether you realize it or not, you’re leaving a digital trail everywhere you go. From social media to search engines and everywhere in between, you’re creating a unique footprint that companies can use to track who you are and where you go. If you find that a bit disconcerting, you’ll need to do something to minimize your footprint and reclaim a bit of privacy. The Top Ways to Minimize Your Digital Footprint A couple years ago, Facebook came under scrutiny for how it was collecting and using the personal information of its users. It was this event that made people…

Major Mosaics in the Art World

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When you think of mosaics, your mind likely goes to Roman ruins! It’s when we learn about the Romans that we first study mosaics, and while they were masters of the art, it’s a mistake to think of this form as merely a part of ancient history. Mosaic is a vital and important ongoing thread in the story of art and today we’re taking a look at it. Great Artists One of the biggest names in the art world to have used mosaic in an extensive project is Zurab Tsereteli. Perhaps best known for his “to The Struggle Against World…

A Look at How Politics and Economics are Closely Intertwined

Politics and Economics have always been closely related. Modern communications technologies have made this relationship even closer. Power is at the core of politics and economics is often used as a tool to increase political power. These are some ways in which politics and economics are closely intertwined. The Role of Economics in Elections Economics plays a huge role in elections. The people trusted to run your country are often chosen based on the economic policies they will introduce if they get into power. If the policies of a particular politician are accepted by enough of the voters, they are…

Michael E. Melton – Why You Should Learn More About Intellectual Property Rights

How much do you know about intellectual property rights and what it means for your business? In most cases the answer to this question is very little and it is completely understandable why many business owners have very little idea about this area of the law. Unfortunately however the laws surrounding intellectual property rights are very important and at the very least you should have an overview of what they mean and why they exist. We caught up with an expert in this field Michael E. Melton, to find out more about the law and what it means for businesses.…

Data Scientist is One of Today’s Hottest Careers

Those who enter university today must be aware of the prospects of the career choice they make. With the cost of a college education, soaring, understanding the financial prospects of a career choice can make the difference in whether you will be able to pay back the student loans you will likely have to take for your education. And whether you will have a job that can support you throughout your working career. In terms of picking a high paying and in-demand career, data scientist is near the top of the list. It is a career that is at the…

Halls of Residence: The Beginner’s Guide

Moving into halls of residence is an experience with a steep learning curve. There’s no easing into it – you start the day at home with your family and end it as just one person in a big block, surrounded by other students who are also settling in. Some people have more experience in making themselves at home in a new environment like this. Travel, summer schools and residencies will help you feel less overawed by the situation, and if you went to boarding school you’re already practiced at making yourself comfortable among your peers. If you don’t have that…

The best ways to get more Hashtags on Instagram

Are you looking for the best way to get hashtags for Instagram? Do you have a product that is new on the market and you want people talking about it? You can get your own branded hashtags with ease. If you understand the importance of hashtags, then you know you can do anything to get them. But before you begin using your phone to test new Instagram hashtags, it is always a great idea to backup your iPhone data with an all-in-one iPhone manager. The hashtags for your brand could be simple. You need to keep it as simple and…

How to Get Noticed Without Standing Out

It is said that you make your impression on someone within the first 15 seconds of meeting them. That then begs the question was it that you were noticed or you stood out? What was it that made that person stop at that moment to speak to you or just make eye contact? Let’s take a look at how you can get noticed without standing out. It can be something as simple as a glance, some say a flirt…eye contact or a smile. It can be your words, your accent or even just the way you approached with confidence that…