Colorado Springs is the state's second largest city and from its founding it has boasted a beautiful climate and culture. Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, it's still possible to hike to the top of the 14,000 foot summit or take the Cog Railway up to catch the view. The city continues to offer a wide range of cultural… read more

The first step to a strong career in finance is a good education with the right degree. This is where young professionals will get their first taste of what skills and knowledge are necessary to succeed in their business aspect of choice. Today's financial schools are well-equipped to offer students the training they w… read more

Every American knows that Paris is a select destination, but world-famous for its rudeness! With the economic downturn taking its toll on businesses, Paris city government is trying to give a boost to the tourist industry and Franco-American relations by producing a six page booklet called “Do you speak Touriste?” … read more

In general Portland, Oregon is a stand out city for food. Besides an array of great restaurants, a fun alternative for informal dining is to visit the street food stands. Over the past years the food carts or cooking sheds have grown in number and are now found all over the city clustered together. There's something fo… read more

Born in 1955 and raised in Kentucky, Barbara Kingsolver went on to study biology. Determined on her path as a scientist, it was only in 1985 that she began to try her hand at writing fiction. Her first novel, The Bean Trees, was published in 1988, which she wrote while pregnant with her first daughter. Today her books … read more