Large hail can from golf ball to baseball sized at least 6 to 8 times during the spring and summer thunderstorm seasons. Though hail can be a nuisance, there are much more severe storms out there. Hurricane Irma caused nearly $90 billion in damage. Though Irma, Maria, and Nate caused a significant amount of damage in 2017, […]
Steam turbines have been in operation since the 1880s for electricity production. Across the globe, the steam turbine market projects the industry to surpass revenues of $32 billion by 2024. According to World Coal, an increasing focus toward expansion of power generation capacity and resurgent economic growth across major nations will fuel growth within the […]
Moving from one apartment to another is exciting, full of potential for new beginnings and opportunities. However, the moving process itself often turns into a stressful venture as you try to keep track of to-do lists, schedules, and all of your worldly possessions. Whether you’re a part of the 25% of rental residents who prefer to live […]
Amazon’s big move to Long Island City has caused a major surge in housing interest. According to CNBC, housing demand has grown in Queens’ already-hot real estate market since Amazon announced its plans to build its two new headquarter locations in New York City and Crystal City, Virginia. Studies show that the average amount it […]
The much-beloved creator and writer of Marvel Comics, Stan Lee, passed away at age 95. He was known for creating such heroes as Iron Man, Thor, X-Men, Spider-Man, and more. Lee also served as the editor-in-chief, chairman, and publisher of Marvel Comics. In his later years, he made multiple cameo appearances in Marvel films much […]
Over the last year, the number of participants over the age of six years old in tackle football amounted to approximately 5.22 million. Even more popular than playing football, however, is watching football and even more popular than that, is playing video games. In fact, nearly 70% of all Americans play video games — even […]
Nearly 85% of people surveyed agreed or strongly agreed that signs can “convey the personality or character of the business” they advertise. But can the same be true for the personality and character of an entire state? The famous “I Love NY” signs have been a staple of New York highways for decades, but all […]
It’s no secret Americans aren’t as confident in driverless technology as the auto industry, but a recent analysis of data from the California Department of Motor Vehicles may give human drivers a greater cause for concern on the road. The NHTSA reports that there are over 50,000 accidents every year related to towing. A new study […]
Amazon recently announced that its second headquarters, HQ2, will be built on Long Island City, a neighborhood that walks the border between Queens and Long Island. While some are optimistic about the new jobs the headquarters will bring to the area, others fear a surge in traffic and rising costs of living in the already […]
Workers compensation laws were created to ensure that employees who were injured while on the job are provided with fixed monetary awards that they deserved. Workers comp eliminates the need for litigation and creates an easier process for both the employee and the employer. Unfortunately, personal injury cases occur all the time across the United […]