There was a time in Dina Marcus' life when she barely spoke English and hated going to school. A native of the Azores, volcanic islands west of Portugal, she was teased mercilessly for her poor grammar and didn't begin speaking English well until the fourth grade.
With people updating their social networking pages from their PDAs and downloading favorite tunes from their mobile phones, it should come as no surprise society has grown increasingly reliant on technology.
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With college tuition costs climbing at a record pace, many high school students must decide whether to invest in a college degree or dive right into an entry-level job. Whether driven by economics or personal preference, this decision can have a major impact on the course of your professional career as well as your personal life.
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So many people are diligent in their environmental efforts at home.
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The recession is taking its toll on millions of Americans each day. One unique sector affected by the economy is single mothers whose careers are necessary on many levels.
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For many people, 2009 will not be a year that's fondly recalled in their golden years.
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