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Interesting facts about the nuclear power industry

As we enter a new year, it’s a good idea to survey the nuclear power landscape. Here are some interesting facts. . . . Continue reading “Interesting facts about the nuclear power industry” →

Posted on January 9, 2016January 27, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

When to get the best deals throughout the year

You probably know that the best time of year to get a great deal on certain items is immediately after they are no longer useful. This is because demand falls off a cliff. . . . Continue reading “When to get the best deals throughout the year” →

Posted on January 2, 2016January 27, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Forget the New Year’s resolution. Do this instead.

Christmas is over, and a new year is approaching. Now is the time people start making New Year’s resolutions that they’ll probably break or forget by the end of the month. I have a better idea this year. . . .

Continue reading “Forget the New Year’s resolution. Do this instead.” →

Posted on December 26, 2015January 10, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Remove backgrounds from images

Sometimes you need to remove the background from an image, but you don’t necessarily want to purchase, or learn how to use, expensive photo editing software. . . .

Continue reading “Remove backgrounds from images” →

Posted on December 19, 2015January 10, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Access the NRC’s public photos and videos

The NRC has posted over 2,200 photos to Flickr. . . . Continue reading “Access the NRC’s public photos and videos” →

Posted on December 12, 2015January 10, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Free gift idea for someone who likes taking pictures

It’s time to start thinking about Christmas gifts for friends and family if you haven’t already. Continue reading “Free gift idea for someone who likes taking pictures” →

Posted on December 5, 2015January 10, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Don’t forget Cyber Monday

Black Friday deals may be over, but the online deals keep on coming. . . . Continue reading “Don’t forget Cyber Monday” →

Posted on November 28, 2015January 10, 2016 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

The next US President will be. . . .

Don’t get caught off guard like Mitt Romney did in the last US Presidential election. “Why was Romney so surprised that he lost?” This article is representative of his shock. . . . Continue reading “The next US President will be. . . .” →

Posted on November 21, 2015November 28, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

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