Literacy in the United States is defined as a person over age fifteen who is able to read and write. Literacy levels in this country vary greatly depending on various factors: urban vs. rural, the immigrant population level of a certain area and more. What is known is that one in four children will grow up without lear… read more

Sweden is known for their fresh spring potatoes, so good they can be served with only butter and fresh dill. However, both traditional and innovative new cuisines are putting Sweden back on the map. Today's Nordic cuisine uses traditional cooking techniques and ingredients, some of which are disappearing, reviving them… read more

If you are a Will Smith Fan, than this is a happy day! News is just out that in 2013 Will Smith and his son, Jaden Smith, will star together in a new film by M Night Shyamalan called “After Earth.” It's another science fiction film that is set in the future, a thousand years after society has abandoned the planet E… read more

Wikileaks is making headlines again, this time because it has offered to aid former C.I.A. Technician Edward Snowden as he flees from persecution in the U.S.A. Originally seeking asylum in Hong Kong, Snowden was accompanied by British Wikileaks activist Sarah Harrison as he flew from Hong Kong to Moscow and then hopes … read more

One of the most important consumer electronics of the past few years is LED lighting. LED stands for Light-emitting diode. What makes LED a stand out product is its phenomenal energy efficiency, long life span, little maintenance, and zero hazardous materials. LED lights also produce illumination that is both visually … read more