Every Day Is Extra is the title of a new memoir by former US senator and secretary of state John Kerry. He chronicles his time serving in Vietnam, five terms in the Senate, his presidential run, and his tenure as secretary of state. He records a decades long pursuit of multilateral diplomacy and civil political discourse. John Kerry talks to Marco about the state of US politics in 2018.

Also: We visit a Persian bookstore in Los Angeles that sells banned Iranian books; Patrick Winn takes us on a ride through Southeast Asia’s drug-fuelled underworld; In her new memoir, Jean Guerrero takes readers on a cross border journey; and, a library in Canada offers a dial-in story reading service in 16 languages.

(Former US secretary of state John Kerry in the Boston Calling studio at WGBH. Credit: Steven Davy/The World)

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Meeting code without sacrificing design

Architect, Dan Wells, builds children's home in Cambodia.

Honeywell Global Corporate Headquarters at Legacy Union in Charlotte, North Carolina, is recognized as one of the most sustainable and technologically advanced office buildings.

The corporate and community partnerships manager at the leprosy charity talks to Third Sector about innovation in corporate partnerships and not being able to switch off

Third Sector speaks to the finance director at Dogs Trust

Honeywell announced a new training and certification program to help integrators become proficient with the company’s Pro-Watch® Integration Kit, a software development kit designed to create smarter buildings that fold security into building management functions.

Most residential and commercial models from Honeywell’s VISTA series of alarm panels now support lighting, shade and temperature control technology from Lutron Electronics, giving security and home-automation professionals a greater range of options when designing connected-home systems for their customers.

Honeywell, Melville, N.Y.,announced that the Pro-Watch Integration Kit has been successfully deployed to protect the largest complex of the federal justice system in Mexico.

Lansing, MI — Service sector workers with irregular schedules often experience greater levels of stress and exhaustion, according to a recent report.

Mission 500, a charitable nonprofit organization engaging security professionals to assist families in crisis across the USA, will announce the winners of its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Humanitarian Awards at ISC West today, Thursday, March 30. The ceremony will take place at The Bridge Stage – Booth #25063 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

Boston – Employees may be more likely to participate in workplace wellness programs if employers offer financial incentives, according to a new study from Harvard Medical School’s Department of Population Medicine.

Philadelphia – Financial penalties are more effective at helping workers reach physical activity goals than monetary rewards in a wellness program, according to a study from the University of Pennsylvania.

The group of partnering manufacturers and central stations include NAPCO, Resideo, Telguard, Emergency24 and Rapid Response Monitoring.

Columnist Roy Pollack challenges professionals to test their knowledge in the latest 5 Minute Tech quiz.

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is reminding miners working near oil and gas wells to remain aware that “an inadvertent intersection with one of these wells” could be hazardous.

Test your knowledge of the hierarchy by dragging the controls into the correct order.

New York — Results of a recent survey reveal a sizeable gap between how C-suite executives perceive workers’ well-being and how workers actually feel.

Macclesfield, England — Employees with asthma miss an average of almost 10% of their work hours, and most are restricted from performing their duties because of their symptoms, both of which negatively affect their emotional well-being, according to the findings of a recent study.

New York — The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers has launched a wellness program for its members after a survey found that music creators are two to three times more likely than the general public to experience feelings of loneliness, disappointment and being ignored.

Lowell, MA – A new online toolkit aims to help employers integrate their health, safety and wellness programs.

Field sales teams from Honeywell will work to pull in business for security dealers and systems integrators as they roll out the new Honeywell Builder Program introduced at the 2005

Advocacy group Mental Health America is providing workplace wellness resources as part of National Workplace Wellness Week (April 1-7).

Atlanta – In an effort to help employers start or expand employee health promotion programs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has created the Workplace Health Resource Center website.

Boston — Rather than provide worker wellness programs aimed at changing individual behaviors, employers should focus on reshaping work conditions that are the root cause of stress-related health problems, say researchers from a pair of Boston universities.

MacDowell, an industry veteran, will delve into the pivotal traits of effective leadership within the alarm monitoring industry, guided by recent survey results that underscore the profound impact of leadership on a company’s success. 

Washington — Ensuring workers are properly hydrated is essential for preventing heat-related illnesses, OSHA is reminding employers.

Chicago — No matter where work gets done, “protecting vision should always be a priority,” advocacy group Prevent Blindness is reminding employers.

Washington — Honeywell Safety Products has issued a voluntary recall of nonsterile eyewash cartridges after a supplier was found to be noncompliant with current good manufacturing practice regulations.

Chicago — Eye safety and protection should be a workplace priority, advocacy group Prevent Blindness is reminding employers and employees.

Washington — NIOSH has established a center to “better protect firefighters and be able to identify and prevent new and emerging hazards in the fire service earlier and faster” through research and service.

San Antonio — How employees choose to voice their thoughts and/or opinions at work – either positively or negatively – may affect their quality of sleep, results of a recent study show.

Melbourne, Australia — A mobile app designed to help shift workers manage their sleep cycles to enhance their health and mood is available for use.

Howard Leight FirmFit^TM Earplugs are firm foam reinvented with more comfort and more protection. Workers who prefer firm foam earplugs deserve the best. Because the more comfortable the earplug, the longer they’ll wear it. FirmFit – so soft your workers will want to wear them all day long. Try FirmFit today.

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Salisbury’s Lift Front Hood has forever changed the way the industry views arc flash head and face protection. And now, to further reduce weight and increase comfort, the fabric shroud is available in our premium lightweight 11 oz/yd² material, making it the lightest 40 cal/cm² arc flash protection hood on the market.

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Oliver footwear stands for quality, comfort and protection. Oliver is the professional and safety footwear brand that brings its unique history of superior craftsmanship and experience of the most extreme working conditions to design the ultimate combination of rugged and comfortable work boots so workers can conquer any challenge their jobs may bring.

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OLIVER^® Safety Footwear is uniquely suited for workers in the most extreme working conditions — mining, oil and gas, heavy metal fabrication and construction.

The revolutionary North Force protects workers from head injuries due to slips on icy, slick surfaces with a unique shell design that provides 24 percent more back-of-head coverage than standard Type I hard hats. Visit our site to learn how to put the North Force to work for your crew.

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OLIVER^® Safety Footwear is uniquely suited for workers in the most extreme working conditions, including mining, oil and gas; heavy metal fabrication; and construction. The footwear provides superior protection from harsh chemicals, temperatures, slippery conditions, and unexpected contact with abrasive surfaces or heavy machinery while maximizing safety, performance and comfort, and reducing foot and leg fatigue.

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Salisbury by Honeywell Polycarbonate Arc Flash Face Shields are offered in both standard and premium polycarbonate. Polycarbonate offers improved outdoor exposure and product life, increased warp resistance, and improved color recognition. The premium polycarbonate has the added benefit of an anti-fog/anti-scratch coating. Available on models AS1200 and AS2000 face shields.

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Booth # 1619 & 1615

Compliance made easy. The Honeywell Eyewash Expiration Timer™ provides simple, effective visual management for emergency eyewashes, helping to ensure OSHA compliance. Featuring a highly visible LCD screen and LED maintenance indicators to alert when the usable life of eyewash solution nears expiration, the Eyewash Expiration Timer is compatible with all Honeywell Emergency Eyewash products.

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Booth #4537 and 4737

Introducing the Miller® AirCore™ Wind Energy Harness – the ultimate in fall protection safety, comfort and productivity for wind turbine construction and maintenance workers. Its advanced design combines lightweight comfort with superior fall protection for workers who build and service wind turbines – reducing fatigue for increased endurance, safety and compliance.

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Poor eating habits and lack of physical activity are the major contributing factors to being overweight or obese in the United States, according to the World Health Organization. If people made the choices to eat better, engage in more physical activity and quit smoking, at least 80 percent of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes – and up to 40 percent of cancer – could be prevented, WHO says.

Achieving a work-life balance can be a challenge, and it’s easy to forget a simple necessity: Take care of yourself.

Raleigh, NC — Some people may believe that colleagues who step away from their desks are avoiding work, but the results of a recent study conducted by researchers from North Carolina State University show short breaks actually can help boost productivity and manage energy.

Menlo Park, CA — Thirty-four percent of office employees working remotely during of the COVID-19 pandemic say they might look for another job if directed to return to the office full-time, results of a recent survey show.