Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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Chances are very high that you have never looked at your freezer and wondered, “Am I using that right?” We use most everyday items the way we found them being used, no questions asked. Because of this ...

eSpeaks’ Corey Noles talks with Rob Israch, President of Tipalti, about what it means to lead with Global-First Finance and how companies can build scalable, compliant operations in an increasingly ...

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The Random Selection Draw, which is the third phase of applying for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets, has concluded. It lasted from Dec. 11, 2025 to Jan. 13, 2026, giving hopeful fans another chance at ...

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Communication is one of the top soft skills needed to succeed in the workplace. It can improve team productivity, help you stand out and even build better connections at work. With the right prompting ...

A Penn State research team found that streetlights could double as affordable EV charging stations. After installing 23 units in Kansas City, they discovered these chargers were faster, cheaper, and ...

Jimena de Mello Heredia receives an RTP scholarship through Monash University. Imagine a student working on an assignment and they are stuck. Their lecturer or tutor is not available. Or maybe they ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Covering all things related to communication skills. Aug 25, 2025, 04:40pm EDT “Start with a joke,” is one of the most poorly ...