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With each passing day, we turn the page on memories and their historical significance in time. Especially, with the ease of obtaining information digitally, what we consume is often forgotten before we fully absorb its importance.But it wasn't always this way.Case in point; the story of Andrew Carroll which appears in this month’s edition of the Smithsonian Magazine. Sure, you’ve probably never heard of the man, but by and large, he's responsible for the care of more than 225 years of nearly for …

For nearly a century, modern medicine has seen some pretty remarkable advancements in research, technology and yes, medicine. So many innovative breakthroughs, in fact, this entire article wouldn’t even begin to scratch the surface.Of course, there are some things the medical profession is known for that will, unfortunately, remain the same. For instance, general practitioners often yield a solid two-three week wait for an appointment, it's almost a given to wait just as long to be seen by a spe …

Reading, writing, and arithmetic. They are to education what red, yellow and blue are to the color wheel. As a primary foundation, this academic triad laid the groundwork for all subject areas to build upon. Without question, their level of importance is both apparent and necessary. The same, however, should be said of the arts. A recent New York Times article emphasized the significance of art education and how its arsenal of creative disciplines can truly benefit all academics. With toda …

We've all heard the age-old saying; 'those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it.' And though this statement doesn’t always hold true, it does hold a lot of influence. Case in point, on this day 73 years ago, a speech was made that would impact the course of the world for years to come. A Date Remembered On March 5th, 1946, Winston Churchill traveled by train with then U.S. President Harry Truman to the little known town of Fulton, Missouri. Though it seemed an unlikely …

Superfoods are nutrient-dense foods that are believed to have great health benefits. They include solid foods, bottled juice drinks, powder mixes, protein or nutrition bars, and smoothies. Some health-conscious people see superfoods as a magic bullet to good health. There are tons of superfoods out there, but we’ve narrowed down just a few to get you started on your way to feeling healthier and help you reduce the risk for certain ailments. 1. Acai Berries: These magical berries are ev …