5 Things You Need to Know This Morning

August 15, 2012

Good morning. Here’s what you need to know.

If you think you’re handwriting is bad, you haven’t seen anything yet. Started in 1982 at San Jose State University, the Bulwer-Lytton awards are a nod to the novelist and playwright Edward George Bulwer-Lytton to the writers who can conceive the worst opening sentences imaginable. (Publishers Weekly)

Scientists have developed a healthier version of chocolate using fruit juice. (Gizmodo)

According to a recent survey conducted by Dunkin Donut and CareerBuilder, the profession that consumes the most coffee is Scientist/Lab technician. Followed closely by PR/Marketing. (I Love Coffee)

Apple retail stores are reporting significant layoffs. (MacRumor)

Bonus

Evelyn Lozada filed for divorce from Chad Johnson on Tuesday after 41 days of marriage following his arrest over the weekend.

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About Maro Onokpise

Maro Onokpise is the founder and Editor of Jobtrakr. He oversees all editorial content. Prior to turning his sights on the job industry, Maro was an Associate Manager for Banana Republic where he was responsible for Operations, HR and Recruiting. In 2010 Maro was featured on the cover of Career Magazine and was also named to Orlando Business Journal's 40 Under 40. Maro Onokpise is a graduate of the University of Central Florida.

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