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So here's a look at the newest of the new cars, trucks and SUVs arriving for the 2014 model year, most of which made their world debuts during the 2012-13 auto show season in Los Angeles , Detroit and New York auto shows, and many of which are on sale now. 2014 Acura RLX 2014 Acura MDX 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C 2014 BMW 2 Series Coupe 2014 BMW 4 Series 2014 BMW i3 2014 BMW i8 2014 BMW X5 2014 Cadillac CTS 2014 Cadillac ELR [w/video] 2014 Chevrolet Corvette 2014 Chevrolet Impala 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2014 Chevrolet SS 2014 Fiat 500L/500L Trekking 2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon 2014 GMC Sierra Pickup 2014 Infiniti Q50 2014 Jaguar F-Type 2014 Jeep Cherokee 2014 Kia Cadenza 2014 Kia Forte 2014 Kia Forte 5-door 2014 Kia Forte Koup

What are the most critical technology skills for students to learn? We recently asked our readers this question, and here’s what they had to say. From having the courage to experiment with different technologies to possessing online literacy, readers said being a tech-savvy student in the 21 st century is about much more than learning how to use a certain software program or device—it’s about being able to adapt to what’s constantly changing. What do you think of this list? Is there anything you’d like to add? Be sure to leave your thoughts in the comment section. 1. Online literacy “Students need to be able to read a news article and determine if there is bias and if it’s truthful. They then need to learn how to read the comment sections of online news articles and respond appropriately with a well thought-out comment.” —Sandy Harty, Salt Lake City  “ The most important technology skill for students is the ability to judge the quality and hidden infl...

Helping Yourself While Helping Others With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering are enormous to you, your family, and your community. The right match can help you find friends, reach out to the community, learn new skills, and even advance your career. Volunteering can also help protect your mental and physical health. Learn more about the many benefits of volunteering and find tips on getting started as a volunteer. Benefits of volunteering #1: Volunteering connects you to others One of the better-known benefits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds a community together. Volunteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. However, volunteering is a two-way street, and it can benefit you and your family as much as the cause you choose to help. Dedicating your ti...

Putting Your Best Self Forward and Getting the Job Interviewing for a job can be nerve-wracking. You may feel uncomfortable “selling” yourself or fielding unexpected questions. Or the prospect of having to meet and impress new people may be enough to trigger anxiety. However, interviewing is a skill you can learn. With the right tips and techniques, you can become a master at sharing your value with potential employers, presenting yourself effectively at interviews, and getting the job you want. Interviewing techniques tip 1: Interview for as many jobs as you can Let’s assume you have focused your search on certain types of jobs and types of employers. You have developed a preferred list of both. You have scanned the horizon, conducted research, compiled your questions, and engaged your network for assistance. Your resume is in order. Then job openings start to pop up through your web sear...

Choosing or Changing Career Paths While you can glean a lot of information from research and quizzes, there’s no substitute for information from someone currently working in your chosen career. Talking to someone in the field gives you a real sense of what type of work you will actually be doing and if it meets your expectations. What’s more, you will start to build connections in your new career area, helping you land a job in the future. Does approaching others like this seem intimidating? It doesn’t have to be. Networking and informational interviewing are important skills that can greatly further your career. Whether you’re just leaving school, finding opportunities limited in your current position or, like many in this economy, facing unem...

How to Find a Job By Building Relationships Finding a job in today’s economy can be tough, but there are opportunities if you know where to look. The best way to find these opportunities is not through online job boards, the classifieds, or employment agencies—it’s by talking to people around you. Your network of friends, relatives, colleagues, and acquaintances is a valuable job search resource. Networking may sound intimidating, but it can be rewarding and fun, even if you’re shy or feel like you don’t know many people What is networking? The vast majority of job openings are never advertised; they’re filled by word of mouth. That’s why networking is the best way to find a job. Unfortunately, many job seekers are hesitant to take advantage of networking because they’re afraid of being seen as pushy, annoying, or self-serving. But networking isn’t about using other peopl...

In our eat-and-run, massive-portion-sized culture, maintaining a healthy weight can be tough—and losing weight, even tougher. Adding to the difficulty is the abundance of fad diets and "quick-fix” plans that tempt and confuse us, and ultimately fail. If you’ve tried and failed to lose weight before, you may believe that it’s just too difficult or that diets don’t work for you. And in one sense, you may be right: traditional diets don’t work—at least not in the long term. But there are plenty of small but powerful, changes you can make that do add up to lasting weight loss success. The key is to create a plan that provides plenty of enjoyable choices, avoid common dieting pitfalls, and learn how to develop a healthier, more satisfying relationship with food.