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New articles at Simplify Reality Janet Yellen and the Fed taper #simplified http://simplifyreality.com/janet-yellen-simplified/ and http://simplifyreality.com/fed-tapering-explained/
Janet Yellen was elected in 2014 to head the Federal Reserve; she is taking over the reins for former Chair Ben Bernanke.
Simplify Reality has just launched 'The Short' our weekly newsletter that is delivered to your inbox every Friday morning. We give you a simple roundup of the most relevant stories you need going into your weekend. http://simplifyreality.com/theshort/
Special article by Dan Ainspan Drummer/Percussionist at Simplify Reality about the Billboard Charts Simplified - Check it out in 400 words at http://simplifyreality.com/billboard-charts-simplified/
The Billboard charts calculate the relative weekly popularity of songs and albums in the United States and around the world.
After Snapchat leaked 4.6 million usernames this week, it is becoming a big topic in this week's news. Simplify Reality's Jimmy Haight has you covered on what Snapchat is all about. http://simplifyreality.com/snapchat-simplified/
Snapchat is a mobile messaging service that allows users to send pictures or videos to a selected group of friends.
Ever wanted to know what a record label is? Simplify Reality has the story:
http://simplifyreality.com/record-labels-simplified/
What Are They & What Do They Do? Record labels are music corporations that are involved in all facets of the music industry. They are run like standard companies and often have similar corporate structures comprising of smaller departments, including marketing, publishing, production,
Simplify Reality's new article by our first Australian Author on the Xbox 1 vs. PlayStation 4
http://simplifyreality.com/xbox-one-vs-playstation-4-simplified/
The most anticipated gaming consoles in years have reached our shelves in most countries around the world, with only a few still awaiting release. Both Sony and Microsoft have made it very difficult for avid gamers to choose a console, as both are very similar. Unless however, you are a die-hard
Rosara Milstein - Congrats on being our first Student Doctor Author!
Whether you were warming up for a big game, cramming the night before a final, or preparing to meet your girlfriend’s dad for the first time, you have probably felt anxiety at some point in your life. It’s a totally normal feeling, but for some people it can be a disorder that significantly
New article on Simplify Reality about Anxiety Simplified by Rosara Milstein http://simplifyreality.com/anxiety-simplified/
Whether you were warming up for a big game, cramming the night before a final, or preparing to meet your girlfriend’s dad for the first time, you have probably felt anxiety at some point in your life. It’s a totally normal feeling, but for some people it can be a disorder that significantly
Check out our featured author this week at Simplify Reality: Joe Boehner
http://simplifyreality.com/featured-author/
Tennis anyone - check out Tennis Simplified by Simplify Reality's Wayne Mitchel: http://simplifyreality.com/tennis-simplified/
Tennis has been around for a long time, but the sport can be confusing for a first time watcher. Wayne Mitchel simplifies the game.Andre Agassi once said that tennis is a harder sport to play than boxing. At least in boxing you can punch the opponent in the face. On a tennis court, you are
WTF is a Bitcoin and why are they at $300 right now?
http://bit.ly/BITcoin
Bitcoin is referred to as the hottest cryptocurrency in existence – but what does that mean? Is this for everyone or just hackers? Who uses it and why? What is a Bitcoin (Simplified)? Bitcoin, abbreviated BTC, is a digital currency that is produced by people running a program on their computer.
Love him, hate him, just don't misunderstand him. The Edward Snowden situation is complicated - we simplified it. http://bit.ly/1hhHb6x
Edward Snowden is an American exile who became internationally known after disclosing top-secret government information about the National Security Agency (NSA) and programs of mass-surveillance. Who is he? Edward Snowden was an employee of Booz Allen Hamilton, a consulting company, which had been
Simplify Reality changing the world (or at least a high school classroom in Maine)
Anyone see the Simplify Reality article its about Bourbon, Whiskey and Scotch. Enjoy at http://simplifyreality.com/whiskey-scotch-and-bourbon-simplified/
With winter (whiskey season) approaching “manly drinkers” are making the shift from cold beers to whiskeys. But what is the difference between whiskey, scotch and bourbon? What is Whiskey? Whiskey is any spirit distilled from fermented grain. The only exception to this being some whiskey made
Check out what the Debt Ceiling is all about at Simplify Reality
The debt ceiling has been point of controversy in the news. But what exactly is the debt ceiling and how does it really affect the economy? What exactly is the debt ceiling and what is its purpose? The debt ceiling is the total amount the United States government can borrow in order to fund
Check out the latest article on The Debt Ceiling Simplified at Simplify Reality. Let us know what you want #simplified?
http://simplifyreality.com/the-debt-ceiling-simplified/
The debt ceiling has been point of controversy in the news. But what exactly is the debt ceiling and how does it really affect the economy? What exactly is the debt ceiling and what is its purpose? The debt ceiling is the total amount the United States government can borrow in order to fund
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Gasoline Prices Simplified by Joe Boehner
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1650
HAMP/HARP Simplified by Aaron Cote
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1641
Options Simplified by Aaron Cote
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1632
Add “Get a College Check Up” to Your To-Do List this Summer by Lynda Shrager
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1647
Memes Explained by Jen O'Neill
http://bit.ly/NuYP56
©Funny Junk Memes: we’ve all heard of them (and potentially argued about the correct pronunciation), but what exactly are memes and where do they come from? And is there more to memes than a funny picture with clever captioning? A meme is a social concept that travels virally on the
Fast and Furious Program Explained by Steven Palmer
http://bit.ly/MiFuR4
The failure of the “Fast and Furious” gun walking operation has garnered a lot of media attention lately, though many of the details of the program are unclear. In 2009, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) noticed many guns being purchased in Arizona by suspected
Marco Rubio Simplified by Philip Canton
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1598
A charismatic, junior Senator, who is a minority candidate, is taking an election by storm. Sound familiar? Why is Marco Rubio so relevant? He is the leading candidate in Mitt Romney’s search for a Vice-Presidential nominee and many feel he may just be Romney’s ticket to the White House.
Robert Kraft Simplified by Jimmy Haight
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1602
Robert Kraft is the owner of the New England Patriots and a successful businessman. Want to learn more about his rise to success? SR's Jimmy Haight has the story. So why is he big a deal? Through his business success, philanthropic efforts, ownership of the New England Patriots and Revolution
Obamacare Simplified by Sammy LaFrance http://simplifyreality.com/?p=965
If you’ve watched the news recently, you’ll have noticed the increased rhetoric surrounding health care in our country. At the center of this discussion lies “Obamacare”, otherwise known as the Affordable Care Act, a measure originally signed into law by President Barack Obama in March
Swag-pop Explained by Joey Milstein
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1553
With Summer approaching and artists trying to catapult their Top 40 hits into your BBQ’s, Pool Parties and Bonfires; “Swag-Pop” is emerging as this summer’s genre of choice. But what is this current phenomenon? And who are the artists creating it? SR’s Joey Milstein has the story. What is
Standardized Tests Simplified by Sydney Sundell http://bit.ly/MBCsMf
Each year, high school Juniors and Seniors are faced with the decision of which standardized tests to sign up for. And with far more options than the standard SAT, it’s becoming a much more complicated decision with each generation of testers. The SAT As the generally most widely known test, the
Great new article from Karina Ripps about "How to NOT gain the Freshman 15."
http://bit.ly/KKmjEw
According to WebMD, one in four freshmen will gain at least 5% of their body weight in their first semester of college. Although many do not gain the full fifteen pounds, studies have shown that the average student will gain between 2.5 to 6 pounds during the first year. The drastic lifestyle change
Executive Privilege Explained by Joe Boehner
http://bit.ly/Q49xA7
One of the biggest news stories of the past few days has been President Obama’s use of the executive privilege to help shield Attorney General Eric Holder from Congressional investigation over the “Fast and Furious” operation. This operation, enacted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and
What to bring to college simplified by Karina Ripps
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1523
For the high school seniors, as one career is coming to an end, get ready to embark on what will probably be one of the best adventures of your life. In the coming months, many of you will begin to worry about the “prep” that needs to be done before you leave. What do you bring? There have been
Football Team Names Simplified by Joe Boehner
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1500
© Giants Kickoff Every sports team has some sort of mascot.Most are animals, chosen based on inherent ferocity of the beast or simply alliteration (my beloved Jacksonville Jaguars are the perfect example of this). Other team names are less simplistic, and are chosen usually because of some kind of
Mashable Simplified by Jen O'Neill
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1512
© Doing All Write Digital culture has become our culture. In a time where we cannot survive without our social media outlets, where do we go to find news about the social media world itself? What it is: Mashable.com is the largest independent news source that covers digital culture, social
Greek vs. Regular Yogurt Simplified by Joey Milstein
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1517
WTF is up with Greek Yogurt? Chobani, Oikos, Fage... Greek yogurt is showing up everywhere and is becoming extremely popular. Why is everyone now going crazy for Greek Yogurt? Is it healthier than regular yogurt? SR's Joey Milstein has the story. But first what's the (scientific) difference between
Do you have any topics in mind that need to be simplified?
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1494
In recent months, Greece has become the focal point of the European Sovereign Debt Crisis. During the early 2000s, Greece was among the most rapidly growing member states of the European Union and sustained this growth by running a structural deficit.When running a structural deficit, a government
Crowdfunding Explained by Joey Milstein
http://bit.ly/KLbgJh
Crowdfunding, is a new way to raise money for small businesses. After the recent passage of the JOBS (Jumpstart Our Small Businesses) Act and the rise of websites such as Kickstarter.com and Indiegogo.com, Crowdfunding has become a popular way for ventures to raise money without having to deal with
The Triple Crown Simplified by Brendan Thompson
http://bit.ly/KsDOX7
Every year there is talk of a new Triple Crown winner, but the last 11 horses eligible have gone 0 for 11 when attempting to win the final leg of the Triple Crown. No horse since Affirmed in 1978 has actually won the Triple Crown of horse racing. For any horse, trainer and jockey combination to win
Yelp Simplified by Joey Milstein
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1485
Have you ever wanted to find the best restaurant in town or see reviews on services in a city? If so, Yelp.com is a place you need to visit. What is Yelp? Yelp is an online city guide that helps people find cool places to eat, shop, drink, relax and play, based on the informed opinions of a vibrant
One-and-done College Basketball Rule Explained by Brendan Thompson
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1472
After winning the national championship over Louisville, all five starters on the Kentucky Wildcats basketball team, three freshmen and two sophomores, entered their hats into the NBA draft by choosing to go pro during an announcement on April 17. The decisions of Anthony Davis, Doron Lamb, Terrence
Foursquare simplified by Jen O'Neill!
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1477
Have you ever seen the little blue sticker in a shop windowing begging you to “Find Us On Foursquare”? Have you ever been interrupted mid-sentence at a restaurant by someone saying “Hang on, I need to check-in first”? Did you ever wonder what they’re talking about and why this app that
Same-Sex Marriage Simplified by Joe Boehner!
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1467
One of the prevailing news stories of the last couple weeks and a recent hot-button issue for the Presidential race has been the attitudes of people towards same-sex marriage. In an effort to help explain this issue, I’ve outlined a few of the main points that people should know about the same-sex
Glassdoor.com Simplified by Joey Milstein
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1418
Ever wanted to know how much someone makes at a company but you felt uncomfortable asking? Or have you wanted to know what types of questions you may get on an interview? If Yes, Glassdoor.com is a place you should visit. Salaries Glassdoor allows you to look at salaries and compensation packages
BarstoolSports.com: Why is it so popular?
http://bit.ly/ISL7bo
So you’re sitting on facebook passing the time, when all of a sudden a new post on Barstool Sports comes up enticing you with an eye grabbing image and a humorous title. This is how the brash writer, David Portnoy, attracts a good majority of his users. Barstool Sports averages somewhere around
Obama’s Presidential Timeline Simplified by Joe Boehner
http://simplifyreality.com/?p=1410&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obamas-presidential-timeline-simplified&utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
In just 6 short months, Americans across the country will be hitting the voting booths to determine whether or not President Barack Obama should get a second term in office. In an effort to make sure our readers at Simplify Reality stay informed, I have compiled a short list of some of the major
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