It’s an understatement to say that Latin American inventions have revolutionized the world. Latin American inventors have saved millions of lives and improved countless more thanks to their ingenuity, imagination, and intuition. Let’s celebrate the people who brought...
Say the word “Carnival” and most people will immediately think of revelry and dancing. Ask which country is the Carnival capital, and many will reply “Brazil.” While Brazilians certainly know how to mark the occasion in style, Carnival in Latin America and beyond is...
The old phrase that “where there’s muck, there’s brass” seems to ring true to an occasionally controversial part of the energy market. Most homes and businesses accumulate garbage despite the best efforts to recycle. As if proof was needed of our throwaway society,...
The old adage about fixing the roof while the sun shines also applies to home generators. The best time to install one is before you need it. Home generators, and increasingly whole-house generators, are becoming more important as climate change-induced power outages...
From butterfly-stomach teenagers giving their first Valentine’s Day gift to practiced romantic souls who’ve made honoring their beloved an art form, the day of celebrating love spans far and wide. Some think the day has become too much about retail sales and less...
The deregulated energy market in Texas means there are dozens of electric companies offering energy rates to residents and businesses alike. Around 85% of Lone Star State residents can choose their energy provider thanks to deregulation. While the open market brings...
The superstitions we grew up hearing were bountiful and varied. Which ones we heard depends on where we were brought up and by whom — and they’re all around us still today.The superstitions we grew up hearing were bountiful and varied. Which ones we heard depends on...
Coal has been providing humankind with energy since caveman times, keeping us warm and pushing technology forward. But this fossil fuel has become synonymous with climate change and carbon dioxide emissions, igniting a passionate debate about the coal industry’s role...
Freshly-cooked tortillas bring a warming hug to some of our favorite foods and fillings, from quesadillas to burritos to enchiladas and more. Homemade tortillas take that love to the next level with crispy, tasty goodness beating any store-bought tortilla. With a few...
You might be surprised to learn that December 25 is not the biggest day of Christmas for many folks. For numerous households and countries, the most magical part of the festive season comes after the 12 days of Christmas: Three Kings Day (Los Reyes Magos in...
