How to Become a Firefighter

Firefighters are the nation’s heroes, from the local volunteer fire brigade to the brave FDNY force who rushed into the falling Twin Towers on September 11. Despite the dangers of the job, firefighting attracts many more people than there are positions available. To better your chance in securing a coveted spot on the squad, you’ll have to transform yourself into a fire warrior.

How DVRs Are Changing the Way We Watch TV

Do you need a way to record your favorite TV shows while you’re away from your Television? A digital video recorder (DVR) will help you solve this problem and it will definitely improve the quality of your life. DVRs have been credited with changing the way Americans watch TV and this infographic is proof of it.

Taxes on Americas Favorite Beverage: Soda

The concept of a soda tax (which is an additional tax) is very controversial in America and it’s an issue that has yet to be resolved say John Block, MD, of Harvard Medical School, commenting on whether states should increase taxes on soda in order to reduce obesity. But is this the real reason behind this tax? The following infographic published by Turbo Tax explores the issue.

Europe’s First Risk Maturity Index

This infographic summarizes new research into risk management issues in European businesses. The research is a stark reminder to SMEs about the real risks they face in terms of data protection. The infographic highlights the key facts of the study and shows that failure to perform proper risk assessment and make changes could mean the difference between a business’s ultimate success or failure.

The Riskiest Things Landscapers Do Every Day

This infographic highlights everyday dangers that landscapers face such as allergic reactions, cuts and amputations, machinery, pesticides, chemicals, sun, and high temperatures. Many of these risks are also present for those who do their own lawn care – which shows the importance of hiring qualified and insured landscaping and lawn care professionals to do these jobs for you.

Are Bananas As Bad for You as Cookies?

Researchers from the University of Sydney set out to determine which foods fill you up and keep you full. The result was the satiety index — a measure of how full you feel after eating something. So, which one should you grab if you’re trying to satisfy hunger – a banana or a cookie?

Should You Rent or Buy?

To rent or to buy? That’s the big question for many families today. With the housing market in a dip, many people are hearing that it’s a good idea to purchase a house. However, it is a big decision and one that should not be taken lightly. ForRent.com helps weigh the pros and cons of renting versus buying.

The Evolution of Business Cards

Business cards have been a staple of business status for many years, containing varying degrees of contact information, personal details and business service information. In 2007 the US business card industry had an estimated worth of $1.2 billion with approximately 10 billion business cards being produced each year!