5 Tech Advancements Transforming Police Work

Police work and technology go hand-in-hand. In fact, the global law enforcement software market which was worth $10.42 billion in 2019 is expected to rise to 22.12 billion by 2027. This market develops the software which police use to organize criminal records and find suspects. Its rapid growth is driven by data, the increasing adoption of smart devices, and the rise of public security infrastructure for smart city law enforcement. This underscores the massive role of new tech advancements in transforming police work, and it brings us to our first…

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5 Online Musical Events You Need To Watch

A slew of music festivals and concerts have been cancelled due to the pandemic and the accompanying quarantine. Fortunately, artists and organisations from all over the world have come together to upload performances on the internet so that audiences can enjoy music from the comfort of their own homes. To help you narrow the list down, we’ve chosen five online musical events, both by huge event halls and individual choir groups, that you need to watch. Read on below to see our picks and why you should check them out!…

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Mind Matters: Branches of Psychology to Consider When Choosing a Career

Psychology can be a highly fulfilling and fairly lucrative career. On average, Americans with either master’s or doctorate-level psychology degrees stand to make an annual $80,000 working with patients, conducting research, consulting with clients, working independently, or collaborating with other healthcare professionals. The field is wide and there are many options for anyone looking to build a career in psychology. If you want to narrow down these options, it helps to have a general idea about the different paths which you can take. Clinical Psychology Clinical psychologists use theory and…

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Our Gear Picks From NAMM 2019

The process of making music has changed a lot over the years. Tools such as FL Studio and Ableton Live have made it much easier to create your own music on your own terms, sparking a new movement in production. Indeed, technology redefined what it means to be a musician, and at the heart of exciting innovations is the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show. The NAMM lets companies debut their latest products and innovations, and has facilitated change in the music industry through the years. This year…

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Remembering Gregg Allman: Band Leader and Southern Rock Pioneer

The Allman Brothers Band may just be one of the most iconic bands to come out of the 1960s, which is why some people may find their origins a little surprising. Gregg Allman writes about the origins of the Allman Brothers Band in his memoir My Cross to Bear, revealing that the band was brought about by an electrifying Otis Redding concert that Gregg and his brother, Duane, attended back in the mid-60s. Unfortunately, this would be short-lived, as Duane had an unfortunate motorcycle accident on October 29, 1971. Gregg…

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New Vintage: Danelectro Introduces Eisenhower Fuzz, Breakdown Pedals

There’s no name more synonymous with god-like guitar playing than that of Jimmy Page. Along with his band Led Zeppelin, Page ascended to the pantheon of rock music in the 1960s with the release of what some consider to be the greatest rock album of all time — Led Zeppelin II. Aside from earning a well-deserved place in one of our Triple Vinyl Tuesday lists a few years back, Led Zeppelin is what has come to be known as the embodiment of vintage rock, of a time that has come…

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More than Just a Trend: How AI is Reshaping Fashion and Beauty

In fashion, AI has first been embraced by big brands such as Amazon, Adidas, and Zara. Adidas, for instance, has voice-assisted in-store robots, while competitors are now following Zara after it partnered with Jetlore for a consumer behavior prediction platform. Zara’s aim to create “full integration between store and online stock rooms” is becoming an industry trend. Across the fashion world, consumer-facing AI solutions have been focused on improving personalisation and customer experience. But AI has also crept into supply chain optimisation, inventory management, and other aspects of production. H&M…

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How Tech is Changing Tourism as We Know It

From finance and education to agriculture and entertainment, new and exciting technology is radically changing industries everywhere. This shift has also well and truly entered the world of tourism, with numerous tourist spots, travel agencies, and local governments doing their best to incorporate innovation and enhance travel experiences across the globe. Although many of these developments may seem quite flashy and futuristic, at its core, tourism is still very much about meaningful human interactions and great customer service — albeit with a 21st century update that had only previously existed…

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Biometric Payments to go Mainstream in 2019

Payments are becoming simpler. Mobile payment systems or person-to-person payment applications like PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Apple Pay, and WeChat Pay lets you pay for services and purchases without using cash or cards. Nikki Hesford who runs her own marketing support company told BBC News that she only uses cash to pay her manicurist. She notes that it has made going out with friends easier: “One person will pay on a card and the others will transfer through an app. It takes seconds rather than minutes fussing around with who owes…

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4 Great Money Resolutions for Americans in 2019

Regardless of what kind of resolutions you have in mind for 2019, it’s always helpful to include a financial plan that isn’t particularly difficult to maintain throughout the year. After all, resolutions revolving around greater savings, better financial preparation, or smarter money management in general are always welcome changes — and what better time to begin than today? So if you have yet to start a new financial habit, take a look at some of these great money ideas: Start an Emergency Fund Emergencies may come in different, unwanted forms:…

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