The Toy Nest in Falls Church, Virginia, is a toy library that works on a membership program. The moms who buy-in say it allows them to cut down on toy waste, while saving money and adding variety. Natalie Brand explains how the novel idea works. … [Read more...] about Virginia toy library offers an eco-friendly solution to a common problem
Archives for December 2024
Randle Still Adjusting To New Role
Following the Timberwolves‘ victory over Dallas on Wednesday, power forward Julius Randle said he’s still getting used to acting as more of a facilitator after spending several years in New York being “wired to score,” according to Chris Hine of The Star Tribune. “That’s really been the biggest change. You’re somewhere for five years, playing a certain way and I come here and … [Read more...] about Randle Still Adjusting To New Role
Is multitasking a myth? Here’s what research shows.
Busy lives have many of us juggling multiple tasks at once, but is that really multitasking? Here's what expert Linda Stone has learned about the myth of multitasking. … [Read more...] about Is multitasking a myth? Here’s what research shows.
Richard Parsons, executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76
Richard Parsons was known as a skilled negotiator, a diplomat and a crisis manager. … [Read more...] about Richard Parsons, executive who led Time Warner and Citigroup, dies at age 76
Manmohan Singh, India’s former prime minister, dies at 92
A mild-mannered technocrat, Manmohan Singh became one of India's longest-serving prime ministers. He was chosen to fill the role by Sonia Gandhi, the widow of assassinated Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. … [Read more...] about Manmohan Singh, India’s former prime minister, dies at 92