Launched in the latter part of 2006, Prime Video quickly became one of the world's largest streaming platforms. It allowed those with Prime membership to watch films and TV shows on demand. A recent study found that Netflix, Prime Video's biggest rival, had the same amount of subscribers as all conventional television subscribers in the US combined: 73% of households. They went on to overtake traditional television watchers in 2019. Netflix has plateaued slightly over the past few years but newer services like Prime Video and Hulu have gained a larger market share. How Much Does …
Top 10 Must Read Non-Fiction Books
Our politics and the things that divide us seem to become more polarising by the day. Reading is still one of the best ways to broaden our horizons. It takes the fiery passion from differing viewpoints and allows people to engage in a healthy and respectful way. With this in mind, here are some must read non-fiction books that will help to challenge your perspective. Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents - Isabel Wilkerson Wilkerson explores the deep-seated caste system that has shaped America and shows how hierarchical divisions define our lives. Caste is the "granting or …
Remembering Steve Irwin
Australian native Steve Irwin was born in 1962 in Victoria. He spent his life helping the conservation of wildlife and died doing what he loved. Irwin had become a household name by the time of his untimely death at 44 years old. The Irwins explained that when he died, "the world mourned with us." On the anniversary of his death, we want to go through what made Steve Irwin so special and how his work continues on today. Early Years Irwin's parents participated in early efforts to protect Australia's reptiles. Because of this, many believe his parents had a huge impact on his love …
Must-Read Novels
Our extended time in self-isolation can feel scary and daunting. However, it is important to keep the mind busy. What better time to go through our top ten picks for must-read novels? Now is a great time to get back into reading. Not only is reading a great way to keep the brain active, it can also be great escapism from the stress of the news. Must-Read Novels - Our Top Picks Without further ado, let's dive into some must-read novels. The Help, Kathryn Sockett The Help explores the lives of several women living in Jackson, Mississippi in 1962. A poignant and beautifully written …
10 Inspiring Quotes from 10 Inspiring People
Some of the greatest minds of our time and beyond have given us excellent words of wisdom, encouragement and thought-provoking ideas. Today, we'll be sharing 10 inspiring quotes from 10 inspiring people. We are going to break down some of those ideas and understand why they were so impactful then and now. 10 Inspiring Quotes From 10 Inspiring People Charlotte Whitton “Whatever women do they must do twice as well as men to be thought half as good. Luckily, this is not difficult.” The first of today's inspiring quotes comes from Charlotte Whitton. She was a Canadian writer and a …
10 Poems You Probably Haven’t Read But Need To
Poetry is an archaic yet powerful means of expression and communication. For many of us, there will be some we can recite by memory from our school days. Reading poetry can be a great way to find time for relaxation and unwinding. Today, there has been a drop in poetry being written and read but we thought it important to take a look back at this neglected art form. We have examined some of the best poems out there, by some of the best writers. Through gaining a better understanding of the meaning of these poems, we hope that in turn, you will fall in love with poetry all over …
