5/23/17 From Vending Times Issue Date: Vol. 57, No. 5, May 2017, Posted On: 5/12/2017 Oklahoma House Defeats Vending, Coin-Op Bill Nick Montano Nick@vendingtimes.net OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — The Oklahoma House of Representatives decisively defeated a measure that would have increased decal fees by 50% on all types of coin-operated machines. Oklahoma’s House Bill 2359 […]
Category: 2017
Massachusetts Considers State Soda Tax
5/23/17 From Vending Market Watch Massachusetts Considers State Soda Tax MAY 10, 2017 MassLive.com reports that a proposed bill in Massachusetts would tax drinks between five to 19 ounces that contain five or more grams of sugar. Drinks would be taxed at one cent per ounce and a drink with 20 or more grams of added […]
Seeing AI app describes the world to users with vision disabilities Global Alliance on Accessible Technologies and Environments
5/23/17 Shared by Nicky Gacos, President NABM Seeing AI app describes the world to users with vision disabilities Global Alliance on Accessible Technologies and Environments Americas May 15, 2017 Many millennials spent many an afternoon watching the educational science program, Bill Nye The Science Guy. In light of policy changes in scientific research in the […]
Sugar Tax Rejected In Santa Fe
5/9/17 Shared by Vending Market Watch Sugar Tax Rejected In Santa Fe MAY 3, 2017 ABC News reports voters voted against passing a measure that would have raised taxes on soft drinks in Santa Fe, NM. The ballot initiative failed on May 2 with 11,533 votes against the tax and only 8,382 votes in favor, according […]
Sugar Taxes May Affect Food And Beverage Industry Sales
5/9/17 Shared by Vending Market Watch Sugar Taxes May Affect Food And Beverage Industry Sales, Says Infiniti Research MAY 4, 2017 SOURCE: INFINITI RESEARCH May 02, 2017 03:29 PM Eastern Daylight Time LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As concerns about sugar consumption and lifestyle-related diseases rise, governments of various regions are implementing taxes on high-sugar foods and beverages such […]
OrCam distributors in Illinois
5/9/17 Shared by OrCam Welcome to our new OrCam distributors in Illinois! OrCam is an intuitive, smart camera that assists people who are visually impaired and blind. OrCam recognizes text, faces, and products, and speaks to the wearer through a personal earpiece. OrCam gives independence. We are delighted to welcome three new OrCam distributors for the […]
“State of the Industry: Coffee in the U.S.
5/2/17 From Vending Market Watch DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “State of the Industry: Coffee in the U.S. (11th Edition)” report to their offering. The State of the Industry reports are concise, yet detailed studies filled with priceless data, forecasts, and objective analysis. The amount of valuable data and analysis […]
The Helen Keller Archives
5/2/17 This week on Eyes On Success 1718 The Helen Keller Archives (Apr. 26, 2017) Helen Selsdon is the archivist for the American Foundation for the Blind. She joined the AFB in 2002 to organize and preserve their Helen Keller Archives. Hosts Nancy and Peter Torpey talk with her about her work and about this rich source […]
Researchers Claim That Time Delays In Vending Machines Prompt Healthier Snack Choices
4/24/17 Shared by Vending Times Issue Date: Vol. 57, No. 4, April 2017, Posted On: 4/3/2017 Researchers Claim That Time Delays In Vending Machines Prompt Healthier Snack Choices SAN DIEGO — Delaying access to high-calorie foods and snacks in vending machines can shift people’s choices to purchase healthier snack options, according to new research. Preventive […]
Direct TV talking menus and descriptive video
4/24/17 Shared by Steve Heltsley, Direct TV talking menus and descriptive video If you have Direct TV and wish you could access the menus, try these easy steps to here -channel, programs, and program times. If this doesn’t work, call Direct TV at 1-800-531-5000 to inquire about getting a new talking menu satellite receiver. […]