The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have cost billions of dollars over the last decade, but the spending won’t stop when the fighting does. Just how much money are we spending on health care because of war? As of March 2013, the U.S. has paid $135 billion for medical and disability care for more than 4 million veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. Total payout for ongoing veteran’s benefits from all wars (combined) prior to 2001: $24.8 billion per year.
All signs of fall are here: the leaves are changing colors, a chill is in the air and football is in full swing. While you might be tempted to sit back and enjoy the season’s festivities, now is the time to pamper your lawn if you’re looking to have the greenest yard on the block come spring. So, whether you want to make the neighbors as green as your lawn with envy or plan on upgrading your house next year, spending a day or two preparing your lawn for the cold months to come will pay off when it warms up again.
In today’s modern office space, there are a multitude of different personalities that interact on a daily basis. People from all walks of life are placed under one roof and are told to effectively bond together in order to create a shared vision that in turn leads to a successful business. More times than not, this expected unity is difficult to achieve.
Interest rates in the UK have greatly fluctuated over the years – being influenced by a variety of factors. Understanding how and why the interest rates change can be highly beneficial for your business – allowing you to make well-informed decisions about your business finance.
Are you looking forward to the next UEFA Champions League? Wondering what the odds are that England will take first place? Read this infographic and see if you agree with our suggestions.
Here is an infographic that explores the landscape of mobile payment apps and technologies in Canada and their ability to expand in the near future.
Make your business meetings more effective by taking note of what to do (and what not to do) in order to be an effective facilitator. Active Presence shows us how in the infographic below.
According to a recent study, the overall unemployment rate for recent college graduates is roughly eight percent. As competition in the job market continues to intensify, it’s important for new and soon-to-be college graduates to be proactive when it comes to standing out in the minds of prospective employers.
You don’t have to be nervous before a date: just relax and try to not think about it. That will create a negative atmosphere, so just enjoy the present. In this infographic, learn the psychology behind “dating nerves.”
Energy Benchmarking compares a building’s energy and water usage with the performance of other similar buildings. With new energy benchmarking regulations in place, Washington DC building owners need to submit yearly benchmarking reports. Learn all about benchmarking and the upcoming deadline in this in infographic.
