By: Yael Schonbrun During a virtual meeting with a patient this week, I couldn’t help but be distracted by crashing sounds overhead. I had headed to the basement after settling my kids in front of the television. My 9-year-old had been given strict instructions to keep the programs coming so his 7- and 3-year-old brothers would remain quiet for the…
Women Who Tech Launches Challenge To Help Fund Startups Affected By Covid-19 Women Who Tech, one of the largest organizations dedicated to funding women-led tech startups, launched a new grant program to identify standout female leaders in tech working to mitigate issues caused by the pandemic. The COVID-19 Tech Grant will award women-run companies innovating in industries such as healthcare, education and…
In light of the disruption caused by the pandemic, here is some important advice to help you make this a fruitful time in your own rocket years.
By Alp Mimaroglu You may know her as a multi-millionaire investor on ABC’s Shark Tank, but New York real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran didn’t become one of the highest-paid female investors in the world overnight. Like many other entrepreneurs, she climbed her way to the top from nothing. Barbara Corcoran grew up poor. Despite her external circumstances, however, she maintained a strong imagination and showed keen business acumen…
Fancy a healthy version of your favourite Friday night chicken curry? The chicken can be marinaded the day before so you can get ahead on your prep. Ingredients 500g skinless boneless chicken thighs For the marinade 1 lemon, juiced 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp paprika 1-2 tsp hot chilli powder 200g natural yogurt For the curry 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 green chilli, deseeded and…
By: Kayti Christian An Affordable and Natural Alternative I’ve been using coconut oil as an affordable and natural beauty solution for years. From moisturizing my skin to removing makeup, I continue to be surprised by the numerous ways I can use this plant-derived ingredient for health, household, and beauty needs. “One glass jar of coconut oil substantially minimizes my waste…
What Are the Best Practices for Dining Out During Coronavirus? By Stefanie Tuder of Open Table Needless to say, it’s been a rough few months. But particularly so for restaurants, who have been forced to navigate everything from layoffs and severe financial insecurity to figuring out how to create entirely new offerings from outdoor service and takeout to grocery-style setups. Many…
Healthy Makeover: Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe Courtesy of Country Living This four-ingredient dessert is just 70 calories per serving, making it the perfect summer treat. INGREDIENTS 1 lb. frozen strawberries 1 c. 2% plain Greek yogurt 1/4 c. sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract strawberries DIRECTIONS In food processor with knife blade attached, pulse 1 cup strawberries until finely chopped. Transfer chopped berries to large…
By: Children and Screens This year’s “back-to-school” looks very different for families grappling with the pandemic. While some students will return to in-person learning, many will take their classes online or participate in a hybrid model that mixes virtual education with in-person attendance. Each scenario comes with its own set of challenges, opportunities, and anxieties. With this in mind, we’ve brought together…
Former Girl Scout and long time Girl Scout Board member, Interim CEO Judith Batty, is the first Black woman to lead the Girl Scouts USA.
