The asphalt roofing shingles that are so ubiquitous here in the United States are actually quite rare in most other countries. In fact, asphalt shingles are banned as a fire hazard in some parts of Europe. But now a popular type of eco-friendly roofing is spreading from the United States to the world. Across the […]
Month: February 2017
The Rise of the Anti-Vaxxer Parent Causes Outbreak of Mumps and Measles All Over the Nation
Vaccines are able to prevent more than 2.5 million deaths per year. That is if parents choose to vaccinate their children when they are young. The power of modern day technology has been able to almost completely eradicate many deadly diseases and viruses from the face of the earth, including polio, whooping cough, mumps, and […]
Virtual Reality Assisting Interior Designers and Real Estate Agents
Some homeowners spend a lot of time thinking about interior design and renovation projects. Minor kitchen remodels, for example, can actually earn a return on investment (ROI) of 82.7%. Thanks to the help of some new and highly advanced technology, homeowners can now map out these remodeling projects before any tool is even lifted. Virtual […]
Thanks, Canada: New Device Could Straighten Teeth Without Metal Braces
Having a mouth full of metal braces for years at a time can be embarrassing. In fact, 92% of teens feel like metal braces keep them from fitting in with their classmates and peers. Even though braces will be good for children in the long term, many parents hesitate to embrace a treatment that could […]