Author: Ari Cetron
Researchers Find a Way For Your Boss to Make You More Productive
Ari Cetron on August 2, 2016
So, that open plan office you hate? It will likely spur you to greater productivity — if you are seated near the right type of people.
Cremations Surpass Traditional Burials in the U.S.
Ari Cetron on August 2, 2016
As Americans we are changing our after-life style. Generally speaking, cremation is cheaper and offers more interesting options for our remains than a burial plot.
Thieves Strike a Lucrative New Target in California
Ari Cetron on August 1, 2016
They are valuable, easy to steal, hard to trace and disappearing by the truckload, creating a huge headache for law enforcement and growers.
11 Cool Meals for Hot Weather
Ari Cetron on July 27, 2016
Beat the heat by staying away from your oven. Here are 11 low-cost ideas for tasty summer meals.
PC Gamers: Heads Up for Steam Sale
Ari Cetron on June 20, 2016
Big savings are afoot for the gaming crowd as the world’s biggest online gaming platform readies for its summer sale.
L.A. Prosecutor Sues Airbnb Hosts for Evicting Low-Income Tenants
Ari Cetron on June 20, 2016
The online room-sharing company, already grappling with allegations of racial bias among its hosts, faces another ugly accusation.
Apple to Pull Support for GOP Convention in Anti-Trump Move
Ari Cetron on June 20, 2016
The technology giant (under fire from Donald Trump earlier this year) will not contribute to the Republicans’ event this year, citing the presumptive candidate’s controversial positions.
Flying Within the Next Five Years? Do This Now
Ari Cetron on June 8, 2016
There’s no reason to get to the airport three hours early or wait in stupendously long TSA lines.
Watchdog Calls for Steering Wheels on Robot Cars
Ari Cetron on April 28, 2016
As companies work to develop the perfect driverless car, some consumer advocates want guarantees that humans can still intervene.
Everything Is Awesome if You Invested in Legos
Ari Cetron on April 28, 2016
The children’s interlocking brick sets have performed far better than gold and many other investment options in the past decade, analysts say. One set appreciated more than 2,000 percent.
You Got a Fix for the U.S. Budget? Here’s Your Chance to Test It
Ari Cetron on April 28, 2016
The game “The Fiscal Ship” allows you to see how your tax policy and spending ideas would play out. Hint: It’s harder than it looks.
Finally… A Woman Chosen for the US $20 Bill, Plus New Faces For the $10 and $5
Ari Cetron on April 20, 2016
The decision about how to update U.S. money followed intense political debate over race and gender — and may also have been influenced by a new musical.
Report: VW Ready to Pay $5,000 to U.S. Car Owners Hit by Emissions Cheating
Ari Cetron on April 20, 2016
In a move to avert a court battle, the German auto company is said to be rolling out a settlement offer. Meanwhile, another carmaker admits it cheated on fuel efficiency data.
Virtual Reality Becomes Real Reality With Oculus Rift
Ari Cetron on March 29, 2016
VR is now available commercially, which is cool, but reviewers suggest you may want to wait a bit.
North Carolina Law on Transgender Rights Draws Fire From Corporations
Ari Cetron on March 29, 2016
The ACLU is suing North Carolina over this law affecting transgender people, and some companies threaten to avoid the state for future events.
California Court Won’t Give Cellphone Retailers Break on Health Warnings
Ari Cetron on March 28, 2016
Berkeley spearheads a move to alert consumers to the potential health hazards of cell phones with this law, and holds off an industry effort to fight back — for now.
7 Ways Donald Trump is Destroying His Brand and 4 Ways He’s Improving It
Ari Cetron on March 7, 2016
The billionaire candidate has staked a lot of his company’s value on his name, so when he wades into political controversy it is bound to have an impact on the bottom line. Would you buy a condo from this man?
How to Get More Out of Your iPhone
Ari Cetron on March 4, 2016
Most of us use only a fraction of our smartphone capacity. Here are 15 super handy ways to make yours do more work for you.
Are We Headed for a Housing Slump in 2016?
Ari Cetron on March 2, 2016
The Great Recession was just beginning to fade into history when voices started warning anew about a real estate bubble. Here’s a closer look at the market.
This Invention Could Make Your Flight Even More Like Bus Ride
Ari Cetron on February 22, 2016
Bench seating as envisioned in a patent application would help manage a range of passenger sizes, but it raises the potential for awkward situations and ticketing issues.
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