WARNING! If you really want to buy a home in 2010, you may not have much time left! With the 2007-2009 recession now a thing of the past, buyers are returning to the real estate market in droves. What most shoppers don’t realize, however, is that there are many forces working against them that could… Continue reading
Why should I cover my air conditioner during the off-season?
Air conditioning manufacturers make high-quality, rugged products that are designed to withstand the elements i.e. snow, wind, rain, sun and extreme heat/ cold. However, the filters, coils, and fins of an air conditioner require regular maintenance. to keep the unit running effectively and efficiently throughout its years of service. Unlike the evaporator coil, the condenser… Continue reading
The impact and importance of shop windows
Creative design and visual merchandising have increased beyond belief in recent times. With more and more companies using these tools to capture the attention of the buying public, the window display industry is now big business. With the current headlines surrounding the economy, as a nation we are being cautious with our spending, so it’s… Continue reading
How to make your money terrorism proof
“To drift is to be in hell, to be in heaven is to rule.” –Jorge bernard shaw Train the Director of National Security, Tom Ridge has said that it is not a question of “if” we will have another terrorist attack, but when. Like the 9/11 attack, the financial effects of another terrorist attack will… Continue reading
Watch the Speculated Oscar Nominees on Satellite TV
This week, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences completed its annual duty of kicking off Oscar season. With the festivities officially ‘kicked off’, nomination voting is open, with a membership of nearly 6,000. These prestigious awards often have a controversial outcome, but for true Oscar fans, that’s just part of the fun of… Continue reading
Pune – A hot spot for international cuisine
Fusion Food – Affordable International Food Pune has now become a hub for a multitude of cultures with foreign dishes failing to wow regular restaurant lovers. Eating out has become the norm instead of the occasional meal, but that’s not all. Today, Pune boasts of super-cool international cuisines served not only in the Michelin-starred la-di-dah… Continue reading
An interview with design psychology expert Jeanette Fisher
Interview with Jeanette Fisher by Gary Anderson of www.abciowa.com GA: Jeanette, what is Design Psychology? JJF: Simply put, the Psychology of Design allows you to create a fabulous home that supports your emotions, using science-based techniques. The Psychology of Design turns spaces into happy places. GA: How is design psychology different from “traditional” interior design?… Continue reading
motorized pool toys
To millennials, it seems past playing with paper toys, plastic soldiers, little toy cars, and plastic dolls. Today’s technology-oriented kids are much more inclined towards having fun through high-tech facilities like computer games, walking dolls, talking robots, etc. Motorized pool toys are no exception to the list of most desirable toys for kids new to… Continue reading
IAStorDataSvc using too much CPU on Windows 10
Unfortunately for several apps, Windows 10 tends to have an issue with excessive CPU usage (often caused by a memory leak). In the case of IAStorDataSvc (Intel Rapid Storage Technology Service), the problem lies in the way the application runs continuously in the “background” of Windows. The telltale sign of a problem is when you… Continue reading
Fun but simple creative toys that you and your children can make
Got the rainy day blues? Cabin fever? Stuck in a rut, or just looking for affordable outlets for your little ones, toddlers, and maybe your older siblings? Would you like some ideas for producing unique and affordable toys and entertainment for your offspring? Ideas for new, different, and creative toys can come from virtually every… Continue reading