Robert Montenegro

In a textbook example of “any publicity is good publicity,” rival brands that engage in social media banter can each see a boost in their social ROI.

It’s not a surprise that making the most out of your college investment means choosing an optimal field of study. What may be surprising is that smoe seemingly successful majors don’t actually pay that well.

Needing to sneak into a packed venue for a 1963 concert, the Beatles got in with a little help from their friends: the Birmingham City Police.

Only very rarely are artists able to pay their bills through their craft. But that doesn’t mean they’re only relegated to boring desk jobs. In fact, many are able to use their skills to earn a living.

A well-planned international move can help you get the most out of your Social Security benefits and other savings. Just be prepared to give up some typical comforts.

L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti, speaking yesterday at an urban solutions summit, shared visions of various tech transit projects he’d like to see instituted in his city before 2020.

A massive occupy movement has shut down commerce in Hong Kong’s Central business district as pro-democracy advocates protest for universal suffrage.

If you haven’t gotten a single call from a prospective employer, it’s possible your résumé is rubbing hiring managers the wrong way. 

Swedish scientists have created a smart, eco-friendly battery that runs on alfalfa and pine resin. The recyclable power source provides about as much power as a regular lithium battery.

Chronic anger is a legitimate condition that can cause long-term health effects. Temper your rage now so you can feel a lot better later on.

A recent joint-study between e-commerce platform Bigcommerce and MIT sought to assess the marketing strategies that best attract the attention of Generation Y.

La tour Eiffel rises above Parisian streets.

Your body takes a lot of cues from exposure to light and dark. If you’re jumping multiple timezones in one trip, try to control your exposure for the first few days in order to adapt.

Arthur Brennan is a senior lecturer of psychology, research methods and statistics at St George’s, University of London. In a recent Washington Post article, he explains how his team of researchers came to the conclusion that male “sympathy pregnancy” symptoms are real.

Hollywood: City of Scandal. For example, Rin-Tin-Tin was apparently robbed of an Oscar in 1929 when the organizers decided they wouldn’t be taken seriously if they gave an award to a dog. I guess you could say that the voting results were… fixed. 

If you’re binge-watching through the night, chances are you’re not getting enough sleep. That means you’re probably not nearly as productive or happy as you should be during the day. Take a crash course in story structure and self-control in order to quash your addiction.

Montage of eight photographs of cats, ca. 1903-1928 from Harvard’s Radcliffe Institute. Part of a larger collection taken by photographer Jessie Tarbox Beals.

A recent Minnesota state audit revealed that board members of the charitable nonprofit Community Action of Minneapolis were dipping into the organization’s coffers. While it’s not always easy to spot that sort of corruption, you can do your own quick investigating to determine whether a nonprofit is worth your time and money.

An analysis of 101 essays penned by failed founders revealed that 42% of startups go under because their product isn’t wanted by the market.

Open houses are a terrific way to attract the attention of potential homebuyers. Just remember: sometimes you need to get out of your own way.

Allowing employees to work from home saves money and boosts morale. But to guarantee productivity remains high, it’s important to set strong standards, particularly with teleconferencing.

On one hand, asbestos is a major health hazard. On the other: 27 world championships. 

Spruce is a new iPhone app helps you secure prescription drugs to treat acne. It’s just another in a long line of telemedical advances coming soon to your device.

Sometimes the behavior of people who aggravate and annoy you can unconsciously affect the ways you behave yourself. Introspection and self-awareness exercises can help get the monkey off your back and allow you to improve your decision making. 

For £162 ($264), British Airways frequent fliers can take a course to prepare them for an in-flight emergency. The airline hopes people who take the class can be leaders if crises occur. 

One-hundred years ago, this youngster was likely shouting out headlines related to the Battle of Warsaw or the Boston Braves’ victory in the first ever World Series sweep.

This photograph depicting a young girl at work in a North Carolina cotton mill was taken by the American photographer Lewis W. Hine (1874 – 1940) in 1908. Child labor in […]

The secret to making it to 25 years and beyond is to maintain the partnership’s importance over work, kids, and other parts of life.

The first study to examine the wearable technology as a road distraction found that it’s still dangerous to text while driving even if you’re not holding a phone.

Renowned travel writer Rick Steves, an evangelist for budget-conscious vacationing, supports paying a little extra for the best hotel, transit, and local knowledge.