They say hard work builds character, so why not homework too? A study found that middle school students who invested more time and effort into their homework became more conscientious. Researchers say that boost could help to offset lackluster teen attitudes about work. Source Link
Skipping breakfast may not be good for your heart. In a study, people who skipped or skimped on breakfast were more likely to have early signs of heart disease. Experts say skipping breakfast can cause hormonal imbalances and alter circadian rhythms, and that it can lead to eating more calories and more unhealthy foods later in the day. Source Link
Cutting down on credit card fraud could be as simple as saying, “smile.” Visa is offering banks an option to allow online purchases to be verified with a selfie that’s compared to a photo you took when you applied for the card. The new feature could also match your voice or fingerprint to confirm that’s it’s you making the purchase. Source Link
