This blog post was written in May 2022. We are planning a road trip to see the Pacific Southwest! We start with the Grand Canyon and hit two more national parks and some other monumental spots. Here’s what our trip entails and some more fun details. P.S. This page may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure for more information. MORE: 5…
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What it takes to be a journalist
I wish I could tell everyone all that goes into journalism. For me it’s not only a career, it’s a skill, a passion, a lifestyle. I started working as a journalist when I was 15. I’ve spent the majority of my life as a journalist. I have a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University. I am also a professor…
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LivWell Spotlight: iPhone safety features
Our LivWell Spotlight series focuses on how health and technology overlap, covering ways to improve wellness with the right tools. The iPhone offers safety features that can help save your life. To set up the features, go to Emergency SOS under your phone’s settings. MORE: LivWell Spotlight: Your Apple Watch can save your life if you fall You’ll see two options, Call…
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How to use a portable green screen at home
A portable green screen is a great way to make your very own at-home studio. You can film yourself in front of it and then edit out the background in Premiere. Here’s what you need to know. P.S. This page may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure for more information. Buy one First, pick one that’s easy for you to store and…
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5 Travel Tips for Visiting Europe in 2022
By Bharti Rana Nomads everywhere love Europe for a reason: variety, cultural heritage, good food, safe exploration and natural wonders. But visiting Europe in 2022 has some challenges for the would-be savvy traveler. Of course, it’s easier if you’re already a European national but, depending on your ancestry, you might have the right to become one – with an Italian,…
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Using Cinematic mode on the iPhone
Cinematic mode is a way to use your phone to take high-quality DSLR-like videos. As of 2022, it’s available on the iPhone 13. P.S. This page may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure for more information. “With Cinematic mode, your iPhone 13 camera can record videos with a shallow depth of field and add beautiful focus transitions for a cinema-grade look,” writes…
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