The Bone Wars

The 1858 discovery of a nearly complete dinosaur skeleton in Haddonfield contributed handsomely to the field of paleontology, but it also sounded the call to arms in the “bone wars,” a term used to describe the ruthlessness that accompanied the prestige being accorded to the profession. And the “first shot” is usually credited as being […]

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The Respectful Tourist

Blame it on irresponsible influencers or out-of-control bachelor/ette parties. But some of Europe’s most beloved destinations are cracking down on masses of visitors whose actions are changing the local atmosphere—for the worse. Venice’s Tourist Tax: Venice has been one of the original poster children for what we now call “over-tourism.” Too many people visiting, pushing

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Drone Technology

Since their first use in the mid-1800s in the form of hot air balloons, unmanned aerial vehicles have been used for security, photography, safety, and many other applications. Today, drones have a significant impact on the way we do business—from warfare reconnaissance and real estate marketing, to filmmaking and inventory tracking. For example, General Motors

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The Cost of Aging

Recently I came across an article by Judith Graham for Kaiser Health News discussing how so many seniors find it increasingly difficult to live independently affording basic necessities. The article featured a retired teacher who gets $925 a month from Social Security, $287 from an IRA, and another $400 from a reverse mortgage. This comes

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Symbol of Peace

In these troubled times, when war continues to raise its ugly head around the globe, it seems fitting to discuss a symbol of the alternative. In ancient Mediterranean cultures the olive branch denoted accord, and the Roman goddess Pax and her Greek counterpart Eirene were commonly depicted holding an olive branch to indicate that they

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Opportunity Knocks

Recently, Inspira Health President and CEO Amy Mansue sat down with President of Rowan College of South Jersey Frederick Keating, Ed.D., to discuss the two organizations’ partnership and what it means for nursing and health professions students, Inspira employees and residents of South Jersey. Amy Mansue: Fred, it’s great to see you again. Thanks so

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Email marketing

The money is in the list: Whether you’ve heard the saying or not, it is very true. If you have an online business then you should be building a list of subscribers. E-mail marketing is a very powerful tool to grow your business and your profits. A good e-mail marketing campaign can increase your profits

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State Dinosaur

Most New Jersey residents probably know that there is a state flower (the common blue violet) and a state bird (the eastern goldfinch). Fewer might be aware that we also have a state insect (the European honeybee), a state butterfly (the black swallowtail butterfly) and a state mammal (the horse). But it’s a sure bet

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