Forget about New Year “Detox” Myths

IndependentThe New Year is almost upon us, which means we’re all about to be inundated with reasons why we need to stock our fridges with kale, buy expensive juicers and Instagram pictures of salads labelled #cleanse.…

World is on the Improve, 4 New Charts Show

BloombergThe new year is always a time for reflecting on what happened in the past year. But I think it’s worth stepping back and taking a look at the bigger trends shaping our world. I believe that most of what’s going on…

America to Step off World’s Best Economy Ranking

US NewsThe U.S. is expected to retain its status as the world's largest economy for a few years longer than analysts previously anticipated, thanks in large part to China's recent financial slowdown, according to a recent…

Libya has got new hopes to be united against ISIS

The National InterestA sign of hope for Libya arrived in the Moroccan town of Skhirat last week when rival political leaders came together to sign a UN-brokered agreement to form a national unity government. UN…

ISIS Falls Back Upon Untrained Fighters in Libya

Voice of AmericaAn anti-Islamic State Islamist group in the Libyan capital released a propaganda video detailing the confessions of five captured militants who say they took part in a half-dozen attacks in Tripoli. Their…

Obama to host Canada’s PM in March

PoliticoPresident Barack Obama will host Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in March, the White House announced Monday.Obama and first lady Michelle Obama will hold a state dinner with Trudeau and his wife, Sophie…

Tips for making your company an attention magnet

ForbesBuilding and managing a media presence can be invaluable for small businesses and startups. Media coverage can help your company stand out and attract potential customers, investors and business partners. Getting media…

Women Share How Much It Cost Them To Give Birth

Women's Health MagazineI almost had a breakdown after my son was born, and it wasn't due to new-mom anxiety. Despite having "great" health insurance, my husband and I were handed more than $5,000 in hospital bills.As if the…