Engravings found in a tomb may be the earliest archaeological evidence of Christianity.
Source:
http://www.livescience.com/18697-christianity-evidence-tomb-inscriptions.html
miércoles, 29 de febrero de 2012
Possible Earliest Evidence of Christianity Resurrected from Ancient Tomb
Regulating Our Sugar Habit
The government regulates tobacco and alcohol.
Why not diet?
Source:
http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/26/regulating-our-sugar-habit/
How Young is Too Young to Teach Kids About Money
The short answer: Start when your child is old enough to say, Gimme!�
Wikileaks Becomes Anonymous Publishing Arm with New Intelligence Firm Leak
Julian Assange took some time from his busy television production schedule to leak internal emails the hacktivist collective Anonymous had stolen from a private intelligence firm.
Source:
http://gawker.com/5888598/wikileaks-becomes-anonymous-publishing-arm-with-new-intelligence-firm-leak
Wikileaks Becomes Anonymous Publishing Arm with New Intelligence Firm Leak
Julian Assange took some time from his busy television production schedule to leak internal emails the hacktivist collective Anonymous had stolen from a private intelligence firm.
Source:
http://gawker.com/5888598/wikileaks-becomes-anonymous-publishing-arm-with-new-intelligence-firm-leak
Real Medical Uses for Illegal and Abused Drugs
They may be the party favor of choice for rock stars and a source of illicit income for chemistry teachers breaking bad, but many highly illegal and often abused drugs have real medicinal benefits.
Source:
http://dsc.discovery.com/life/real-medical-uses-for-illegal-and-abused-drugs.html
Real Medical Uses for Illegal and Abused Drugs
They may be the party favor of choice for rock stars and a source of illicit income for chemistry teachers breaking bad, but many highly illegal and often abused drugs have real medicinal benefits.
Source:
http://dsc.discovery.com/life/real-medical-uses-for-illegal-and-abused-drugs.html
martes, 28 de febrero de 2012
Why Not Let the Worlds Wisest 8YearOld Solve Your Problems For You
Most of us made money selling lemonade when we were young, but not little Eve Hobsbawm.
She's eight years old, and she's already a life coach in the making.
Source:
http://jezebel.com/5888497/why-not-let-the-worlds-wisest-8 year old-solve-your-problems-for-you
Why Not Let the Worlds Wisest 8YearOld Solve Your Problems For You
Most of us made money selling lemonade when we were young, but not little Eve Hobsbawm.
She's eight years old, and she's already a life coach in the making.
Source:
http://jezebel.com/5888497/why-not-let-the-worlds-wisest-8 year old-solve-your-problems-for-you
Marijuana Can Help Prevent Suicide Study Suggests
Marijuana does many magical things, not the least of which is make dubstep listenable.
In Los Angeles, we use it pretty much legally for back pain, nausea and hot tubbing.
Source:
http://blogs.laweekly.com/informer/2012/02/marijuana_suicide_medical_states_california.php
Marijuana Can Help Prevent Suicide Study Suggests
Marijuana does many magical things, not the least of which is make dubstep listenable.
In Los Angeles, we use it pretty much legally for back pain, nausea and hot tubbing.
Source:
http://blogs.laweekly.com/informer/2012/02/marijuana_suicide_medical_states_california.php
How Youre Breaking the Law Every Day and What You Can Do About It
You share music, rip DVDs, make Hitler whine about your first world problems, and much more in the course of your regular online activities�and more often than not, you do these things without giving a thought to the fact that you're actually breaking the law.
Here's a look at how you're inevitably circumventing copyright law and what you can do to protect yourself.
Source:
http://lifehacker.com/5888488/how-youre-breaking-the-law-every-day-and-what-you-can-do-about-it
How Youre Breaking the Law Every Day and What You Can Do About It
You share music, rip DVDs, make Hitler whine about your first world problems, and much more in the course of your regular online activities�and more often than not, you do these things without giving a thought to the fact that you're actually breaking the law.
Here's a look at how you're inevitably circumventing copyright law and what you can do to protect yourself.
Source:
http://lifehacker.com/5888488/how-youre-breaking-the-law-every-day-and-what-you-can-do-about-it
The single girls dating three men at a time
On average, the typical single British woman is seeing 1.46 men at any one time, according to a study, and a third are prepared to ask a man to marry them.
Source:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2106947/The-single-girls-dating-men-time.html
The single girls dating three men at a time
On average, the typical single British woman is seeing 1.46 men at any one time, according to a study, and a third are prepared to ask a man to marry them.
Source:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2106947/The-single-girls-dating-men-time.html
Supertramps Roger Hodgson Starts First US Band Tour in 30 Years
Supertramp's Roger Hodgson Starts First U.S. Band Tour in 30 Years...
A Taste of Vietnam Video
A two week trip to Vietnam in three minutes, complete with plenty of shots of delicious food.
This will make you want to eat immediately.
A Taste of Vietnam Video
A two week trip to Vietnam in three minutes, complete with plenty of shots of delicious food.
This will make you want to eat immediately.
lunes, 27 de febrero de 2012
Why Doctors Go Gentle Into the Night
It's not something that we like to talk about, but doctors die, too.
Those in medicine know about the limits of treatment and the need for specific instructions.
Source:
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203918304577243321242833962.html
Infographic 50 Mistakes Dudes Make While Getting Dressed
Make sure you're not doing any of these things.
Source:
http://www.complex.com/style/2011/09/infographic-50-mistakes-dudes-make-while-getting-dressed
A Record Number of Americans Have Bachelors Degrees
In 1940, only 5 percent of adults held a college degree.
Now, that number is 30.4 percent.
Source:
http://www.good.is/post/a-record-number-of-americans-have-bachelor-s-degrees/
You Can Become Addicted to Ice Cream
Can you get addicted to ice cream? Reseach finds that eating ice cream has the same effect on the brains pleasure center as drug addiction.
Source:
http://www.limelife.com/blog-entry/You-Can-Become-Addicted-to-Ice-Cream/138722.html
You Can Become Addicted to Ice Cream
Can you get addicted to ice cream? Reseach finds that eating ice cream has the same effect on the brains pleasure center as drug addiction.
Source:
http://www.limelife.com/blog-entry/You-Can-Become-Addicted-to-Ice-Cream/138722.html
Why Synthetic Marijuana Is More Dangerous Than the Real Thing
Synthetic marijuana, also called K2 or spice, nothing like the real thing.
It's legal and easily accessible to kids, and much worse for their health.
Source:
http://www.livescience.com/18646-synthetic-marijuana-dangerous-health.html
domingo, 26 de febrero de 2012
20 Years Of Gas Mileage All Cars Improving But Hybrids Best
The impact of fuel costs on family budgets is a big topic of national discussion right now.
20 Years Of Gas Mileage All Cars Improving But Hybrids Best
The impact of fuel costs on family budgets is a big topic of national discussion right now.
Inspiration for the Digital Age
Theres nothing quite like a good inspiration board pinned with memorable quotes, tears from magazines, friends recipes, and pictures, but we live in the digital age...
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/daily-inspiration-25-pinterests-we-love/
Inspiration for the Digital Age
Theres nothing quite like a good inspiration board pinned with memorable quotes, tears from magazines, friends recipes, and pictures, but we live in the digital age...
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/daily-inspiration-25-pinterests-we-love/
Bridge Men of Heston Squalid camp of homeless migrants who live under M4 flyover
Just above where everyone is sleeping, the traffic has already started to thunder along the M4, sending vibrations through to the ground underneath.
10 Best HighTech Features That Have Made Their Way Into New Cars
Just five or 10 years ago, almost all of the latest high tech items that have made their way into new cars were mere figments of an engineers imagination.
Source:
http://www.leftlanenews.com/ten-high-tech-car-features-we-love.html
Estacada 1stgrader sneaks out to fight crime
A first grader from Estacada snuck out of his home in the middle of the night to fight crime.
He said he brought along a Nerf gun with extra bullets.
Source:
http://www.kgw.com/news/local/First-grader-sneaks-out-to-fight-crime-140397233.html
sábado, 25 de febrero de 2012
Illusion Typography Object Shadows Create Sentences
When artist Fred Eerdekens sees objects, he doesnt just observe their form, but also the form which they can create.
His highly unique sculptures use everyday objects like cereal boxes, bits of wire and even bushes, to make carefully planned and arranged forms which shadow cast sentences on the walls around them.
Source:
http://www.visualnews.com/2012/02/20/illusion-typography-object-shadows-create-sentences/
Illusion Typography Object Shadows Create Sentences
When artist Fred Eerdekens sees objects, he doesnt just observe their form, but also the form which they can create.
His highly unique sculptures use everyday objects like cereal boxes, bits of wire and even bushes, to make carefully planned and arranged forms which shadow cast sentences on the walls around them.
Source:
http://www.visualnews.com/2012/02/20/illusion-typography-object-shadows-create-sentences/
GEEK vs HIPSTER Mortal Enemies Just How Different Are They
Geeks and hipsters: mortal enemies locked in an eternal struggle over irony versus earnestness.
But, just how different are they?
GEEK vs HIPSTER Mortal Enemies Just How Different Are They
Geeks and hipsters: mortal enemies locked in an eternal struggle over irony versus earnestness.
But, just how different are they?
California is Americas MostHated State According to Public Policy Polling
Don't hate us because we're beautiful.
Or do. It turns out the left-most state is also America's most-hated, according to a recent survey by Public Policy Polling. And California's left-leaning politics seem to have a lot to do with it.
Source:
http://blogs.laweekly.com/informer/2012/02/california_hate_americans_poll.php
California is Americas MostHated State According to Public Policy Polling
Don't hate us because we're beautiful.
Or do. It turns out the left-most state is also America's most-hated, according to a recent survey by Public Policy Polling. And California's left-leaning politics seem to have a lot to do with it.
Source:
http://blogs.laweekly.com/informer/2012/02/california_hate_americans_poll.php
How to Send Back Food at a Restaurant Without Pissing Off Your Waiter
While the majority of the restaurant waitstaff you encounter will probably not spit or pee in your food if you send it back, it's a common joke or paranoid concern that enters the conversation the moment someone decides to send their plate back to the kitchen.
Source:
http://lifehacker.com/5887579/how-to-send-back-food-at-a-restaurant-without-pissing-off-your-waiter
How to Send Back Food at a Restaurant Without Pissing Off Your Waiter
While the majority of the restaurant waitstaff you encounter will probably not spit or pee in your food if you send it back, it's a common joke or paranoid concern that enters the conversation the moment someone decides to send their plate back to the kitchen.
Source:
http://lifehacker.com/5887579/how-to-send-back-food-at-a-restaurant-without-pissing-off-your-waiter
viernes, 24 de febrero de 2012
George Huguely guilty of seconddegree murder
Former U-Va. lacrosse player George Huguely V was on trial in the death of Yeardley Love.
When To Keep Your Credit Cards Safely In Your Wallet
There are some times when pulling out your credit card is just asking for trouble. Here are a few of them.
Source:
http://consumerist.com/2012/02/when-to-keep-your-credit-cards-safely-in-your-wallet.html
Skin cancer drug hopes from study
A new treatment for advanced skin cancer almost doubles survival times, according to an international study.
Skin cancer drug hopes from study
A new treatment for advanced skin cancer almost doubles survival times, according to an international study.
In Back Alleys and Basements Video Arcades Quietly Survive
In San Francisco, New York, Austin and elsewhere, gritty little storefronts hearken back to the days when arcade cabinets mostly lived in bars, pool halls and run-down amusement parks.
Source:
http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2012/02/southtown-arcade-game-center/
300 Years of Distance Learning [Infographic]
With the rapid advancement of the Internet, distance learning is becoming more popular, and more accessible, than ever.
Source:
http://newswatch.nationalgeographic.com/2012/02/23/300-years-of-distance-learning/
300 Years of Distance Learning [Infographic]
With the rapid advancement of the Internet, distance learning is becoming more popular, and more accessible, than ever.
Source:
http://newswatch.nationalgeographic.com/2012/02/23/300-years-of-distance-learning/
jueves, 23 de febrero de 2012
Bangkok Breakdown One Wild Night [wPICS]
Bangkok can be something a sensory overload.
With its glittering array of exotic sights, sounds, smells and tastes set to a hectic pace that rivals London, LA or new York, theres nowhere quite like it. Read on here.
Source:
http://www.baldhiker.com/baldhiker/2012/2/21/bangkok-breakdown-one-wild-night.html
Bangkok Breakdown One Wild Night [wPICS]
Bangkok can be something a sensory overload.
With its glittering array of exotic sights, sounds, smells and tastes set to a hectic pace that rivals London, LA or new York, theres nowhere quite like it. Read on here.
Source:
http://www.baldhiker.com/baldhiker/2012/2/21/bangkok-breakdown-one-wild-night.html
Now Then The History of the Trench Coat
After we put away our heavy winter coats, the lightweight cotton coat that's a 97-year fashion icon might well be the perfect pick for the new season.
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/now-then-the-history-of-the-trench-coat/
Dirty surgical instruments a problem in the OR
When John Harrison checked into a Texas hospital in 2009 for rotator cuff surgery, he thought that after a six-week recovery period, hed be as good as new. But two weeks after the operation, the 63 year-old was experiencing �
Meanwhile on Jessica Ahlquists twitter
This is what happens when an atheist speaks up.
Source:
http://imgur.com/tmwAj
Smoking Ban Health Measure or Witch Hunt
Proposed smoking bans are encroaching more and more into an individuals private space.
New proposed laws could ban smoking in your apartment and car.
Source:
http://matadornetwork.com/life/smoking_bans_health_measureor_witchhunt/
Smoking Ban Health Measure or Witch Hunt
Proposed smoking bans are encroaching more and more into an individuals private space.
New proposed laws could ban smoking in your apartment and car.
Source:
http://matadornetwork.com/life/smoking_bans_health_measureor_witchhunt/
miércoles, 22 de febrero de 2012
New Rules Planned on School Vending Machines
Guidelines for school vending machines that are stocked with potato chips, cookies and sugary soft drinks and contribute to childhood obesity, which has more than tripled in the past 30 years.
Source:
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/21/us/politics/new-rules-planned-on-school-vending-machines.html
Is That New Car Smell Toxic To Your Body
An annual study of over 200 vehicles ranks models based on the number of harmful chemicals inside.
And the worst car interior goes to...
Source:
http://theweek.com/article/index/224612/is-that-new-car-smell-toxic-to-your-bodynbsp
Is That New Car Smell Toxic To Your Body
An annual study of over 200 vehicles ranks models based on the number of harmful chemicals inside.
And the worst car interior goes to...
Source:
http://theweek.com/article/index/224612/is-that-new-car-smell-toxic-to-your-bodynbsp
The First FDAApproved Home Sperm Count Test Is Now Available
Have you ever wondered about your sperm count? I know I have, but not enough to go to a doctor's office and subject myself to an awkward and expensive test.
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/5886870/the-first-fda approved-home-sperm-count-test-is-now-available
The First FDAApproved Home Sperm Count Test Is Now Available
Have you ever wondered about your sperm count? I know I have, but not enough to go to a doctor's office and subject myself to an awkward and expensive test.
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/5886870/the-first-fda approved-home-sperm-count-test-is-now-available
You knew this right Apple buyers are wealthier
You knew this right? Apple buyers are wealthier
Source:
http://betanews.com/2012/02/20/you-knew-this-right-apple-buyers-are-wealthier/
You knew this right Apple buyers are wealthier
You knew this right? Apple buyers are wealthier
Source:
http://betanews.com/2012/02/20/you-knew-this-right-apple-buyers-are-wealthier/
Did Hitler Have a Secret Son
Before his death in 1985, Jean-Marie Loret, believed that he was the only son of Adolf Hitler.
There is now new evidence out of France and Germany that appear to corroborate his claim. Loret collected evidence from two studies; one conducted by the University of...
Source:
http://news.yahoo.com/did-hitler-secret-son-131733334--abc-news.html
Did Hitler Have a Secret Son
Before his death in 1985, Jean-Marie Loret, believed that he was the only son of Adolf Hitler.
There is now new evidence out of France and Germany that appear to corroborate his claim. Loret collected evidence from two studies; one conducted by the University of...
Source:
http://news.yahoo.com/did-hitler-secret-son-131733334--abc-news.html
martes, 21 de febrero de 2012
As Bear Population Grows More States Look At Hunts
Wildlife officials don't usually base hunting policy on the public's view about an animal.
But the black bear seems to be different � it has bounced back from near-extinction to being a nuisance in some areas. Now the question is, would people rather live with bears, or keep their numbers in check?
Source:
http://www.npr.org/2012/02/20/147060406/as-bear-population-grows-more-states-look-at-hunts
As Bear Population Grows More States Look At Hunts
Wildlife officials don't usually base hunting policy on the public's view about an animal.
But the black bear seems to be different � it has bounced back from near-extinction to being a nuisance in some areas. Now the question is, would people rather live with bears, or keep their numbers in check?
Source:
http://www.npr.org/2012/02/20/147060406/as-bear-population-grows-more-states-look-at-hunts
First testtube hamburger ready this fall researchers
The world's first "test-tube" meat, a hamburger made from a cow's stem cells, will be produced this fall, Dutch scientist Mark Post told a major science conference on Sunday.
Source:
http://news.yahoo.com/first-test-tube-hamburger-ready-fall-researchers-003035452.html
This Is Why You Dont Drive Your Porsche Into Wet Cement
An auto journalist on a drive through San Francisco yesterday morning happened to come across the above Porsche 911 right after it plowed into a patch of fresh, wet cement.
Source:
http://jalopnik.com/5886160/this-is-why-you-dont-drive-your-porsche-into-wet-cement
This Is Why You Dont Drive Your Porsche Into Wet Cement
An auto journalist on a drive through San Francisco yesterday morning happened to come across the above Porsche 911 right after it plowed into a patch of fresh, wet cement.
Source:
http://jalopnik.com/5886160/this-is-why-you-dont-drive-your-porsche-into-wet-cement
How to speak with your doctor about the way you would want to die
It is likely that you will be surrounded by persons who mean well but, in the end, you must die your own death.
How to speak with your doctor about the way you would want to die
It is likely that you will be surrounded by persons who mean well but, in the end, you must die your own death.
Numeracy campaign More maths puzzles by Matt Parker
Test and develop your maths skills with these puzzles devised by 'Stand-Up Mathematician' Matt Parker.
lunes, 20 de febrero de 2012
TIL Sweden Offers 480 Days of Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
The United States is far behind much of the rest of the world when it comes to recognizing and rewarding the advantages of paid leave for new parents.
Some countries like Sweden offer parents rights protected by law to spend the essential time necessary to raise a child in the early years of development, while the US has no federal laws. Only a handful of states offer up to 6 weeks at a greatly reduced wage.
Source:
http://mediacaffeine.com/til-sweden-offers-480-days-of-paid-maternity-leave/
My Facebook angst
The social network site kicks up so much anxiety and embarrassment for me.
But that doesn't mean I want to quit it
My Facebook angst
The social network site kicks up so much anxiety and embarrassment for me.
But that doesn't mean I want to quit it
Really with Seth and Amy Birth Control
Amy and Seth question the actions and decisions of lawmakers and the church about birth control.
Source:
http://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/really-with-seth-and-amy-birth-control/1386256/
Really with Seth and Amy Birth Control
Amy and Seth question the actions and decisions of lawmakers and the church about birth control.
Source:
http://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/really-with-seth-and-amy-birth-control/1386256/
Children Most Exposed to Nanoparticles of Titanium Dioxide in Candy
Children may be receiving the highest exposure to nanoparticles of titanium dioxide in candy, which they eat in amounts much larger than adults, according to a new study.
Published in ACS' journal, Environmental Science & Technology, it provides the first broadly based information on amounts of the nanomaterial -- a source of concern with regard to its potential health and environmental effects.
Source:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/02/120215123836.htm
Children Most Exposed to Nanoparticles of Titanium Dioxide in Candy
Children may be receiving the highest exposure to nanoparticles of titanium dioxide in candy, which they eat in amounts much larger than adults, according to a new study.
Published in ACS' journal, Environmental Science & Technology, it provides the first broadly based information on amounts of the nanomaterial -- a source of concern with regard to its potential health and environmental effects.
Source:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/02/120215123836.htm
Whats the Difference Between a Street and a Road
Is there any rhyme or reason to calling a road an avenue, a boulevard, a street or a lane?
domingo, 19 de febrero de 2012
The 50 Hottest Smart Girls
The only thing sexier than their looks is their intellect.
Source:
http://www.complex.com/pop-culture/2012/02/the-50-hottest-smart-girls
Photographer Martin Klimas paints with sound
If Jackson Pollock sculpted paint using sound, perhaps this is what it would've looked like.
Source:
http://www.thecreatorsproject.com/blog/photographer-martin-klimas-paints-like-pollock-with-sound
Photographer Martin Klimas paints with sound
If Jackson Pollock sculpted paint using sound, perhaps this is what it would've looked like.
Source:
http://www.thecreatorsproject.com/blog/photographer-martin-klimas-paints-like-pollock-with-sound
SingleSex Cardiac Rehab Helps Depressed Women
All-female group had better success rates than traditional program, study finds
Source:
http://www.healthline.com/healthday/single-sex-cardiac-rehab-helps-depressed-women
Why Do People Hate Rap Opera
When it comes to musical preferences, the two genres act like lightning rods for scorn.
It was clear that opera and rap, more than any other genres, hit some kind of nerve with people. And it's a fact that seems to hold true far beyond our highly unscientific social media polling. But why?
Source:
http://www.npr.org/blogs/deceptivecadence/2012/02/16/146997896/why-do-people-hate-rap-and-opera
Why Do People Hate Rap Opera
When it comes to musical preferences, the two genres act like lightning rods for scorn.
It was clear that opera and rap, more than any other genres, hit some kind of nerve with people. And it's a fact that seems to hold true far beyond our highly unscientific social media polling. But why?
Source:
http://www.npr.org/blogs/deceptivecadence/2012/02/16/146997896/why-do-people-hate-rap-and-opera
Wonder Woman car found after KGW report
Portland police have recovered a stolen car that was easy to spot -- done up as a "Wonder Woman" cruiser.
The car was stolen Monday in Southeast Portland and spotted Thursday evening, minutes after an exclusive 11 p.m. KGW report on the story.
sábado, 18 de febrero de 2012
Jay Farrar and Jim James Discover Woody Guthries California in New Album
Jay Farrar and Jim James Discover Woody Guthrie's California in New Album...
Mans Vanity Plates Attract 20000 in Tickets
Twenty-five years ago, Danny wanted to have a little fun with his vanity plate, a DC license plate that reads NO-TAGS.�
Source:
http://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/The-20000-Ticket-Problem-139394718.html
Mans Vanity Plates Attract 20000 in Tickets
Twenty-five years ago, Danny wanted to have a little fun with his vanity plate, a DC license plate that reads NO-TAGS.�
Source:
http://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/The-20000-Ticket-Problem-139394718.html
US wont allow more fungicide in orange juice FDA
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S.
Food and Drug Administration on Thursday declined to raise the levels it will accept of an illegal fungicide commonly used in the Brazilian orange juice industry. Brazilian and U.S. juice industry groups had asked the FDA to allow higher levels of the fungicide, carbendazim, until June 2013 to allow the industry time to switch to another option. Carbendazim is illegal on all citrus in the United States, but commonl
Source:
http://news.yahoo.com/u-wont-allow-more-fungicide-orange-juice-fda-220834002.html
US wont allow more fungicide in orange juice FDA
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S.
Food and Drug Administration on Thursday declined to raise the levels it will accept of an illegal fungicide commonly used in the Brazilian orange juice industry. Brazilian and U.S. juice industry groups had asked the FDA to allow higher levels of the fungicide, carbendazim, until June 2013 to allow the industry time to switch to another option. Carbendazim is illegal on all citrus in the United States, but commonl
Source:
http://news.yahoo.com/u-wont-allow-more-fungicide-orange-juice-fda-220834002.html
Man Says Starbucks Discriminated Against Him Because He Has Half An Arm
Eli Pierre has over a decade of experience in the food industry, and a rave recommendation from his last employer.
So he was surprised when his interviewer for a position at a California Starbucks told him he'd be unable to work there. Now he's suing for disability discrimination.
Man Says Starbucks Discriminated Against Him Because He Has Half An Arm
Eli Pierre has over a decade of experience in the food industry, and a rave recommendation from his last employer.
So he was surprised when his interviewer for a position at a California Starbucks told him he'd be unable to work there. Now he's suing for disability discrimination.
Student quits Grand Junction High choir over Islamic song and prompts Fox News frenzy
Certain stories have Fox News written all over them -- like, for instance, the tale of James Harper, a small town Colorado student who quit his high school choir after discovering that one of the lines he was asked to warble translates to "There is no truth but Allah."
The Worst Shoes Is it Worth it Slide Show
Stillettos, platforms, or flip-flops�which are the worst for your feet? Pictures show the hottest styles and illustrate how damage and foot pain can occur.
Source:
http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/ss/slideshow-worst-shoes-for-your-feet
viernes, 17 de febrero de 2012
Teenager discovers Internet video of her parents at a swinger club
A German judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a couple of swingers after their 15-year-old daughter discovered a video of them in a sex club with their faces undisguised on the website of TV channel RTL.
Teenager discovers Internet video of her parents at a swinger club
A German judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a couple of swingers after their 15-year-old daughter discovered a video of them in a sex club with their faces undisguised on the website of TV channel RTL.
How Drinking Vodka Makes You More Creative
A new study suggests that a couple of swigs of the clear spirit can make a man think quicker on his feet.
Time to break out the Belvedere?
Source:
http://theweek.com/article/index/224450/how-drinking-vodka-makes-you-more-creative
How Drinking Vodka Makes You More Creative
A new study suggests that a couple of swigs of the clear spirit can make a man think quicker on his feet.
Time to break out the Belvedere?
Source:
http://theweek.com/article/index/224450/how-drinking-vodka-makes-you-more-creative
Why We Need Sex Ed Now Infographic
The U.S. produces a lot of candidates for MTV's "16 and Pregnant." The young people of this nation contract a lot of sexually transmitted diseases too.
There's a political battle in this country whether abstinence education or sex education is the answer to preventing a lot of "unplanned" babies and even more genital discomfort.
Source:
http://clutch.mtv.com/2012/02/16/sex-ed-ingrographic/
Why We Need Sex Ed Now Infographic
The U.S. produces a lot of candidates for MTV's "16 and Pregnant." The young people of this nation contract a lot of sexually transmitted diseases too.
There's a political battle in this country whether abstinence education or sex education is the answer to preventing a lot of "unplanned" babies and even more genital discomfort.
Source:
http://clutch.mtv.com/2012/02/16/sex-ed-ingrographic/
20 Foods to Banish Belly Fat
These 20 foods may not magically make your muffin top disappear, but combined with exercise and calorie control, they can help you lose belly fat.
20 Foods to Banish Belly Fat
These 20 foods may not magically make your muffin top disappear, but combined with exercise and calorie control, they can help you lose belly fat.
What Fruits and Vegetables Should You Buy Organic
In a perfect world, every food item you purchased would be 100 percent organic, hormone-free, grass-fed and free-range, but that's not financially practical for many people.
Trade-offs must be ...
Source:
http://greenliving.nationalgeographic.com/fruits-vegetables-should-buy-organic-2361.html
What Fruits and Vegetables Should You Buy Organic
In a perfect world, every food item you purchased would be 100 percent organic, hormone-free, grass-fed and free-range, but that's not financially practical for many people.
Trade-offs must be ...
Source:
http://greenliving.nationalgeographic.com/fruits-vegetables-should-buy-organic-2361.html
jueves, 16 de febrero de 2012
How to piss off an Italian
What doesnt send people from this boot-shaped country into fits of passionate yelling and hand-shaking? Here are a few easy steps to pissing off an Italian.
Source:
http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/how-to-piss-of-an-italian/
Gas headed to 4 a gallon by Memorial Day
Gasoline prices are up nearly 40 cents compared to last year, which is prompting some analysts to predict that pump prices will top $4 per gallon by Memorial Day.
Source:
http://www.leftlanenews.com/gas-headed-to-4-a-gallon-by-memorial-day.html
Gas headed to 4 a gallon by Memorial Day
Gasoline prices are up nearly 40 cents compared to last year, which is prompting some analysts to predict that pump prices will top $4 per gallon by Memorial Day.
Source:
http://www.leftlanenews.com/gas-headed-to-4-a-gallon-by-memorial-day.html
The Amount Of Sugar In Food Expressed In Sugar Cubes
So I'm supposed to switch from Snapple to Capri-Sun? OK, got it.
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/rKwc6.jpg
The Amount Of Sugar In Food Expressed In Sugar Cubes
So I'm supposed to switch from Snapple to Capri-Sun? OK, got it.
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/rKwc6.jpg
Ray Charles Foundation wants donation back after not seeing results
The Ray Charles Foundation is demanding the return of a $3 million gift given to Albany State University a decade ago because the organization says the college has yet to use the money to build a performing arts center in the late artist's name.
Source:
http://news.yahoo.com/ray-charles-foundation-wants-3-million-gift-back-222641663.html
miércoles, 15 de febrero de 2012
Confirmed Millennials Are Screwed [Infographic]
Millennials reading this from the warmth of a parents' home will nod sadly at the disheartening facts and figures in this infographic.
Source:
http://clutch.mtv.com/2012/02/13/generation-screwed-infographic/
Confirmed Millennials Are Screwed [Infographic]
Millennials reading this from the warmth of a parents' home will nod sadly at the disheartening facts and figures in this infographic.
Source:
http://clutch.mtv.com/2012/02/13/generation-screwed-infographic/
10 years after famous Slashdot marriage proposal couple discusses wisdom of public proposals
Ten years ago this morning, Slashdot founder Rob "CmdrTaco" Malda, foregoing the traditional bended-knee, used his insider access to one of the tech world's most prominent public forums to issue a 79-word Valentine's Day marriage proposal to Kathleen Fent.
10 years after famous Slashdot marriage proposal couple discusses wisdom of public proposals
Ten years ago this morning, Slashdot founder Rob "CmdrTaco" Malda, foregoing the traditional bended-knee, used his insider access to one of the tech world's most prominent public forums to issue a 79-word Valentine's Day marriage proposal to Kathleen Fent.
Skip The Spoon Babies May Eat Better When They Feed Themselves
Babies who feed themselves finger food were more likely to prefer bread and pasta to sweets, according to a new study.
And spoon-fed babies were more likely to be obese.
Skip The Spoon Babies May Eat Better When They Feed Themselves
Babies who feed themselves finger food were more likely to prefer bread and pasta to sweets, according to a new study.
And spoon-fed babies were more likely to be obese.
A Visual Guide Love is a Many Costly Thing
A loving partner is a gift in and of itself, but what about when that gift comes with debt and secretive spending?
Source:
http://www.mint.com/blog/consumer-iq/love-is-a-many-costly-thing-a-visual-infographic-022012/
A Visual Guide Love is a Many Costly Thing
A loving partner is a gift in and of itself, but what about when that gift comes with debt and secretive spending?
Source:
http://www.mint.com/blog/consumer-iq/love-is-a-many-costly-thing-a-visual-infographic-022012/
No sex please were tired and stressed Why the recession is affecting our love lives
More than a quarter of people surveyed said they were making love less than they were a year ago, with women citing tiredness and men blaming their lack of libido on money worries.
No sex please were tired and stressed Why the recession is affecting our love lives
More than a quarter of people surveyed said they were making love less than they were a year ago, with women citing tiredness and men blaming their lack of libido on money worries.
martes, 14 de febrero de 2012
50 Cheesy Pick Up Lines That Will Help You Score the Foodie of Your Dreams
Trying to make a food lover fall in love with you? Or at least cook you a decent meal? Here's your foolproof list of 50 foodie pick up lines...
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/foodie-underground-50-pick-up-lines-for-scoring-a-foodie/
50 Cheesy Pick Up Lines That Will Help You Score the Foodie of Your Dreams
Trying to make a food lover fall in love with you? Or at least cook you a decent meal? Here's your foolproof list of 50 foodie pick up lines...
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/foodie-underground-50-pick-up-lines-for-scoring-a-foodie/
10 Steps to Recovering from a BreakUp That Broke Your Heart
There are few things more difficult than getting over a broken heart, but there are a few things one can do to recover from a break-up and feel good again...
Strange Addictions Sniffing Mothballs
TLC's "My Strange Addictions" explores weird world of obsessive habits.
Source:
http://abcnews.go.com/Health/strange-addiction-tlc-exposes-people-eat-cat-food/story?id=15554796
Cops among Floridas worst speeders Sun Sentinel investigation finds
We've all seen it, and now there's proof: Police officers sworn to uphold our traffic laws are among the worst speeders on South Florida roads.
Source:
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/speeding-cops/fl-speeding-cops-20120211,0,3706919.story
Cops among Floridas worst speeders Sun Sentinel investigation finds
We've all seen it, and now there's proof: Police officers sworn to uphold our traffic laws are among the worst speeders on South Florida roads.
Source:
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/speeding-cops/fl-speeding-cops-20120211,0,3706919.story
OnTheJob Training Jobs That Require No College Degree [Infographic]
When it comes to putting more Americans to work, employers' biggest complaint lately is a lack of qualified workers.
For many job seekers that's a Catch-22: They need more training to get a job, but need a job to get the training.
OnTheJob Training Jobs That Require No College Degree [Infographic]
When it comes to putting more Americans to work, employers' biggest complaint lately is a lack of qualified workers.
For many job seekers that's a Catch-22: They need more training to get a job, but need a job to get the training.
lunes, 13 de febrero de 2012
These Stories Of The Long Term Unemployed Will Make You Want To Get Down On Your Knees Thank Your Boss
Not everyone is recovering.
About 12.8 million people are out of work and what's especially troubling, according to Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, is the large number of long-term unemployed � more than 40 percent have been jobless more than six months.
The long-term unemployed don't fit into any neat category. They're young and old. They have high school diplomas and master's degrees. Some become so discouraged, they stop looking for a
Source:
http://www.businessinsider.com/long-term-unemployment-stories-2012-2
These Stories Of The Long Term Unemployed Will Make You Want To Get Down On Your Knees Thank Your Boss
Not everyone is recovering.
About 12.8 million people are out of work and what's especially troubling, according to Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, is the large number of long-term unemployed � more than 40 percent have been jobless more than six months.
The long-term unemployed don't fit into any neat category. They're young and old. They have high school diplomas and master's degrees. Some become so discouraged, they stop looking for a
Source:
http://www.businessinsider.com/long-term-unemployment-stories-2012-2
Passports for a price
LONDON (Reuters) - For decades, the two-island nation of St.
Kitts and Nevis exported sugarcane to keep its economy afloat. When sugar prices fell, St. Kitts began to sell an even sweeter commodity: its
Source:
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/02/12/us-passport-idUSTRE81B05A20120212
Birth Control Costs More Than You Think
Ninety-nine percent of women have used contraception, but that hasn't stopped far-right critics of the rule from trying to turn birth control into a controversy, one that has intensified in the past week.
Source:
http://www.good.is/post/birth-control-costs-more-than-you-think-even-for-the-lucky-ones/
Birth Control Costs More Than You Think
Ninety-nine percent of women have used contraception, but that hasn't stopped far-right critics of the rule from trying to turn birth control into a controversy, one that has intensified in the past week.
Source:
http://www.good.is/post/birth-control-costs-more-than-you-think-even-for-the-lucky-ones/
domingo, 12 de febrero de 2012
Celebrating Thomas Edisons 165th Birthday With a Crash Course On His Life
Did you know that Thomas Edison got his first job as a telegraph operator after saving the daughter of a station agent from an oncoming train? Or that he didn't invent the lightbulb, but instead created the first commercially viable version? Were he, by some remarkable feat of science, still alive...
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/5884270/celebrate-thomas-edisons-165th-birthday-with-a-crash-course-on-his-life
Celebrating Thomas Edisons 165th Birthday With a Crash Course On His Life
Did you know that Thomas Edison got his first job as a telegraph operator after saving the daughter of a station agent from an oncoming train? Or that he didn't invent the lightbulb, but instead created the first commercially viable version? Were he, by some remarkable feat of science, still alive...
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/5884270/celebrate-thomas-edisons-165th-birthday-with-a-crash-course-on-his-life
Einstein Actually Had Excellent Grades
Contrary to popular belief, Einstein wasn't a bad student at all.
Apparently, that's something that real bad students made up, because he got excellent grades.
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/5884050/einstein-actually-had-excellent-grades
Einstein Actually Had Excellent Grades
Contrary to popular belief, Einstein wasn't a bad student at all.
Apparently, that's something that real bad students made up, because he got excellent grades.
Source:
http://gizmodo.com/5884050/einstein-actually-had-excellent-grades
Dressing Bjrk Meet Fashion Designer Iris Van Herpen The Creators Project
While browsing Iris van Herpens latest couture collection, we realized the designer is also the mastermind behind the intricate, gold, harp-belted masterpiece that Bj�rk wore on the cover of her Biophillia album cover and in the music video for Moon.�
Source:
http://thecreatorsproject.com/blog/dressing-bjork-meet-fashion-designer-iris-van-herpen
Gay rights are human rights court finds
Imagine there are literally tens of thousands of people who, although they have never met you, dont like you.
And I mean they really dont like you. Its personal. They dont like how you look, act, think, vote, talk or express yourself. Many of them dont even think you should exist.
Gay rights are human rights court finds
Imagine there are literally tens of thousands of people who, although they have never met you, dont like you.
And I mean they really dont like you. Its personal. They dont like how you look, act, think, vote, talk or express yourself. Many of them dont even think you should exist.
San Francisco Panorama Circa 1906 City in Ruins
San Francisco Panorama - Circa 1906: City in Ruins
Source:
http://www.howtobearetronaut.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/San_Francisco_in_ruin_edit2.jpg
sábado, 11 de febrero de 2012
Louis Vuitton condoms the fashionable way to fake it in the bedroom
When Durex just won't cut it, Louis Vuitton condoms have arrived to satisfy your designer desires.
Louis Vuitton condoms the fashionable way to fake it in the bedroom
When Durex just won't cut it, Louis Vuitton condoms have arrived to satisfy your designer desires.
The cult of the cupcake
They're the ubiquitous pick-me-up we turn to in times of celebration and gloom...
Source:
http://www.stylist.co.uk/life/the-cult-of-the-cupcake
The cult of the cupcake
They're the ubiquitous pick-me-up we turn to in times of celebration and gloom...
Source:
http://www.stylist.co.uk/life/the-cult-of-the-cupcake
Malaria deaths drop but disease may be more lethal than we thought
The UN has set a goal of eliminating malaria deaths by 2015, but a recent study has suggested that we're starting from a much higher level of mortality than we'd previously realized.
Malaria deaths drop but disease may be more lethal than we thought
The UN has set a goal of eliminating malaria deaths by 2015, but a recent study has suggested that we're starting from a much higher level of mortality than we'd previously realized.
11 Amazing Thank You Notes From Famous People
Letters of Note is one of our favorite places to hang out.
Since 2009 the site has curated hundreds of interesting letters, telegrams, memos and faxes, from famous people, regular people, and even fictional people.
11 Amazing Thank You Notes From Famous People
Letters of Note is one of our favorite places to hang out.
Since 2009 the site has curated hundreds of interesting letters, telegrams, memos and faxes, from famous people, regular people, and even fictional people.
Literary Police Sketches
Brian Joseph Davis has scoured some classic books for the physical descriptions of the protagonists and created police sketch-like images of what the details suggest.
Source:
http://www.shortlist.com/cool-stuff/design/literary-police-sketches
Literary Police Sketches
Brian Joseph Davis has scoured some classic books for the physical descriptions of the protagonists and created police sketch-like images of what the details suggest.
Source:
http://www.shortlist.com/cool-stuff/design/literary-police-sketches
Groupon fails to turn profit as revenue grows
Daily deals site Groupon on Wednesday issued its first earnings report as a publicly traded company, saying it failed to turn a profit despite revenue nearly tripling from a year earlier.
viernes, 10 de febrero de 2012
Dean Wormers Guide to Some Fantastic Colleges
Could the best college for you be one that doesn't exist?
Source:
http://thechoice.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/09/guide-to-fantastic-colleges/
Guilty verdict in theft of Motorola secrets for China
A former software engineer for Motorola was found guilty Wednesday of stealing trade secrets from the US technology firm just before she tried to leave the country for China, the Justice Department said.
Sunrise in Bryce Canyon National Park Utah Pic
Sunrise in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah (Pic)
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/0tod0.jpg
Sunrise in Bryce Canyon National Park Utah Pic
Sunrise in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah (Pic)
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/0tod0.jpg
Breathtaking Photos That Will Snap You Right Out of Those Winter Blues
A collection of photos of landscapes covered in snow, to remind you what winter looks like all over the world.
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/30-gorgeous-photos-of-winter-snowscapes/
Street Artist Pavel 183 Known as the Russian Banksy Video
A mysterious street artist has been leaving his mark all over Moscow.
But his works have caught the eye of critics all over the world - who have dubbed him...
Street Artist Pavel 183 Known as the Russian Banksy Video
A mysterious street artist has been leaving his mark all over Moscow.
But his works have caught the eye of critics all over the world - who have dubbed him...
Tribe suing beer makers over alcohol problems
Oglala Sioux suing world's beer makers for $500 million for contributing to alcoholism on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in S.D.
Source:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57374180/tribe-suing-beer-makers-over-alcohol-problems/
Tribe suing beer makers over alcohol problems
Oglala Sioux suing world's beer makers for $500 million for contributing to alcoholism on Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in S.D.
Source:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57374180/tribe-suing-beer-makers-over-alcohol-problems/
jueves, 9 de febrero de 2012
Teacher Accused of Calling Haitian Student Chocolate Boy Faces Suspension
In Philip Roth's 2000 novel "The Human Stain," a classics professor, referring to two students who had never come to class, asks his seminar: "Do they exist or are they spooks?" The man eventually resigned over the remark; he didn't realize that the two students were black, and spooks was considered a racist term.
It's unclear whether a teacher in South Florida made a similarly innocent slip when she allegedly called a Haitian-American student "l
Teacher Accused of Calling Haitian Student Chocolate Boy Faces Suspension
In Philip Roth's 2000 novel "The Human Stain," a classics professor, referring to two students who had never come to class, asks his seminar: "Do they exist or are they spooks?" The man eventually resigned over the remark; he didn't realize that the two students were black, and spooks was considered a racist term.
It's unclear whether a teacher in South Florida made a similarly innocent slip when she allegedly called a Haitian-American student "l
The War on Drugs [Infographic]
The War on Drugs [Infographic]
Source:
http://egotvonline.com/2012/02/08/the-war-on-drugs-an-infographic/
Rafael Morelos Gay Washington Teen Commits Suicide After Reportedly Enduring AntiGay Bullying Cyberbullying
Family members and friends are distraught over the death of a Washington teen who reportedly killed himself because he was bullied by his classmates for being gay.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/06/rafael-morelos-gay-washington-suicide_n_1258471.html
Rafael Morelos Gay Washington Teen Commits Suicide After Reportedly Enduring AntiGay Bullying Cyberbullying
Family members and friends are distraught over the death of a Washington teen who reportedly killed himself because he was bullied by his classmates for being gay.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/06/rafael-morelos-gay-washington-suicide_n_1258471.html
The 10 Most Expensive Artworks Ever Sold Slideshow
Paul Cezanne's "Card Players" may be on top now, but other venerable works blazed this increasingly pricey path before it.
Source:
http://theweek.com/article/slide/224147/the-10-most-expensive-artworks-ever-sold
The 10 Most Expensive Artworks Ever Sold Slideshow
Paul Cezanne's "Card Players" may be on top now, but other venerable works blazed this increasingly pricey path before it.
Source:
http://theweek.com/article/slide/224147/the-10-most-expensive-artworks-ever-sold
Why People Believe Misinformation Even After Its Corrected
These days we are bombarded with information, much of it incorrect, and long after the political campaigns are over a lot of it will still be buried in the part of our brain where we store our memories.
And new research shows that the more intensely we believe something to be true, the more likely it will resurface in the future, even if we have learned it was false.
Source:
http://gma.yahoo.com/why-people-believe-misinformation-even-corrected-162943705--abc-news.html
Why People Believe Misinformation Even After Its Corrected
These days we are bombarded with information, much of it incorrect, and long after the political campaigns are over a lot of it will still be buried in the part of our brain where we store our memories.
And new research shows that the more intensely we believe something to be true, the more likely it will resurface in the future, even if we have learned it was false.
Source:
http://gma.yahoo.com/why-people-believe-misinformation-even-corrected-162943705--abc-news.html
miércoles, 8 de febrero de 2012
Terminally ill prof teaches endoflife lessons
University of Missouri educator using web to share cancer experience, says he's not wasting his time fighting the cancer
Source:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505269_162-57371796/terminally-ill-prof-teaches-end-of-life-lessons/
Terminally ill prof teaches endoflife lessons
University of Missouri educator using web to share cancer experience, says he's not wasting his time fighting the cancer
Source:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505269_162-57371796/terminally-ill-prof-teaches-end-of-life-lessons/
5 Hilarious Images of Social Media From Free Jehovahs Witness Magazine
Questions This Cover Raises: "What Should You Know About Social Networking?" and, in tiny type at the bottom, "How Should We Pray to God?" Ping Him!
Source:
http://blogs.sfweekly.com/exhibitionist/2012/02/5_hilarious_social_media_image.php
5 Hilarious Images of Social Media From Free Jehovahs Witness Magazine
Questions This Cover Raises: "What Should You Know About Social Networking?" and, in tiny type at the bottom, "How Should We Pray to God?" Ping Him!
Source:
http://blogs.sfweekly.com/exhibitionist/2012/02/5_hilarious_social_media_image.php
Kickin It Old School and Inventing the Future
The real benefit of technology will be in the development of new learning progressions -- pathways that combine adaptive learning, social learning, and project-based learning -- that are engaging, efficient, and effective.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tom-vander-ark/kickin-it-old-school-and-_b_1235726.html
Women Better at Parking Cars
You know it's true.
But now covert surveillance of people parking their cars shows the truth in the data. The surveillance, which was initiated by the Croydon, U.K.-based car park firm NCP, was done as part of one of the most comprehensive studies (PDF) ever conducted on gender driving differences. The firm employed a team of researchers to observe 2,500 drivers across 700 parking lots in Britain over a one-month period.
Source:
http://news.discovery.com/autos/women-better-at-parking-cars-120207.html
How to Begin a Pile of Compost
Billions of bacteria and fungi are ready to go to work making compost for you.
All you need to do is provide them with the conditions they need to grow and reproduce.
Source:
http://greenliving.nationalgeographic.com/begin-pile-compost-2574.html
martes, 7 de febrero de 2012
Singled Out Are Unmarried People Discriminated Against
From health insurance to housing, singletons get fleeced.
Maura Kelly explores the rights of the unwed.
Singled Out Are Unmarried People Discriminated Against
From health insurance to housing, singletons get fleeced.
Maura Kelly explores the rights of the unwed.
Senior STD Rates Skyrocketing Syphilis and Chlamydia Up 300
Data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that there were 706 cases of syphilis diagnosed among U.S. adults aged 45-54 in 2000 and 179 in those aged 55-64; by 2010 the numbers had risen to 2,056 and 493, respectively.
A similar increase was seen in cases of Chlamydia. In 2010, there were 16,106 in the 45-54 age group diagnosed with the Chlamydia, versus 5,601 in 2000, and 1,110 cases in adults aged 55-64 in 2000
Source:
http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/blogs/std-rates-skyrocketing-among-seniors
Senior STD Rates Skyrocketing Syphilis and Chlamydia Up 300
Data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that there were 706 cases of syphilis diagnosed among U.S. adults aged 45-54 in 2000 and 179 in those aged 55-64; by 2010 the numbers had risen to 2,056 and 493, respectively.
A similar increase was seen in cases of Chlamydia. In 2010, there were 16,106 in the 45-54 age group diagnosed with the Chlamydia, versus 5,601 in 2000, and 1,110 cases in adults aged 55-64 in 2000
Source:
http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/blogs/std-rates-skyrocketing-among-seniors
Child Abuse Affects More US Kids than SIDS Study Shows
When it comes to child abuse, the first year of life is the most dangerous for children.
Although SIDS, or sudden infant death syndrome, attracts far more attention, the rate of hospital admissions related to SIDS is actually lower than the rate of child abuse � 50 per 100,000 children under age 1...
Source:
http://healthland.time.com/2012/02/06/study-child-abuse-affects-more-u-s-kids-than-sids/
A Positive School Environment Can Keep Students Motivated
This year, on MLK Day, we brought together more than 750 volunteers and corps members to paint inspiring quotes above doorways and spruce up school walls with colorful painted murals.
There is something cool about how a little paint can really change your mood when you enter a space.
Source:
http://www.good.is/post/a-city-education-a-positive-school-environment-can-keep-students-motivated
lunes, 6 de febrero de 2012
Sex turns off many young Japanese men Studies
Seen as factor in declining population there; Many say they can't be bothered with relationships and prefer video games
Source:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505263_162-57371613/sex-turns-off-many-young-japanese-men-studies/
Sex turns off many young Japanese men Studies
Seen as factor in declining population there; Many say they can't be bothered with relationships and prefer video games
Source:
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505263_162-57371613/sex-turns-off-many-young-japanese-men-studies/
Godlessness is the last big taboo in the US where nonbelievers face discrimination and isolation
Point, Texas (pop. 792) is not the easiest place for a single lesbian to raise her child.
But neither her sexuality nor her unwed parenthood are enough to make Renee Johnson an American conservatives worst nightmare. As she explained to me when I
Source:
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/2/d2239780-4d4e-11e1-8741-00144feabdc0.html
Godlessness is the last big taboo in the US where nonbelievers face discrimination and isolation
Point, Texas (pop. 792) is not the easiest place for a single lesbian to raise her child.
But neither her sexuality nor her unwed parenthood are enough to make Renee Johnson an American conservatives worst nightmare. As she explained to me when I
Source:
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/2/d2239780-4d4e-11e1-8741-00144feabdc0.html
We Dont Know Anything About Heterosexuality
The study of sex should belong to the social sciences, not the physical sciences.
In centuries past, it was not uncommon for adults of the same sex to share a bed. It was a way to keep warm, save money, and maximize quality time between friends.
Source:
http://www.good.is/post/straight-talk-we-don-t-know-anything-about-heterosexuality/
Are We Feeding Our Pets to Death
Look, I love dogs and cats as much as the next guy � probably more, unless he also spends a good chunk of his day watching videos of Corgis on YouTube.
Source:
http://gawker.com/5882262/are-we-feeding-our-pets-to-death
Are We Feeding Our Pets to Death
Look, I love dogs and cats as much as the next guy � probably more, unless he also spends a good chunk of his day watching videos of Corgis on YouTube.
Source:
http://gawker.com/5882262/are-we-feeding-our-pets-to-death
domingo, 5 de febrero de 2012
I was happy when my parents died
After watching her father and mother suffer the effects of debilitating illness, the author Ann Thwaite explains why she rejoiced at news of her parents' deaths
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2012/feb/04/ann-thwaite-happy-parents-deaths
I was happy when my parents died
After watching her father and mother suffer the effects of debilitating illness, the author Ann Thwaite explains why she rejoiced at news of her parents' deaths
Source:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2012/feb/04/ann-thwaite-happy-parents-deaths
Why your block or community is more racially integrated
Steady reduction in segregated communities is significant -- and due to variety of factors
Source:
http://www.nydailynews.com/opinion/block-integrated-article-1.1014837
African Marriage Ritual Photos
See photos of African marriage rituals (including Berber, Swahili, Masai, and more) in this travel photo gallery from National Geographic.
Source:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/african-marriage-rituals/
African Marriage Ritual Photos
See photos of African marriage rituals (including Berber, Swahili, Masai, and more) in this travel photo gallery from National Geographic.
Source:
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/african-marriage-rituals/
How a small Wisconsin town became the most romantic place in the United States
You would think it might be New York with its dreamy skyscrapers.
Or how about a quaint village on the California coast when couples can escape it all.
No, the most romantic place in the whole of the United States is apparently the city of La Crosse in Wisconsin.
How a small Wisconsin town became the most romantic place in the United States
You would think it might be New York with its dreamy skyscrapers.
Or how about a quaint village on the California coast when couples can escape it all.
No, the most romantic place in the whole of the United States is apparently the city of La Crosse in Wisconsin.
Hackers hit Greek ministry over austerity antipiracy deal
Online hackers group Anonymous on Friday attacked the Greek justice ministry website in criticism of the country's tough fiscal reforms and its decision to join a controversial anti-piracy deal.
sábado, 4 de febrero de 2012
NJ Cop Arrested For Domestic Violence Gets Thousands In Overtime Pay
Patrick Papagni, a lieutenant with the Paterson Police Department, was placed on desk duty in October after being charged with aggravated assault with a weapon for allegedly pointing his gun at his girlfriend and dragging her out of her house.
Why You Dont Need God to be Good the Rise of Atheist Charities
Charitable organizations geared towards non-believers are growing.
Why You Dont Need God to be Good the Rise of Atheist Charities
Charitable organizations geared towards non-believers are growing.
How to drive a supercar on ice
Telegraph journalist Chris Knapman heads to Sweden where he learns how to drift a Corvette supercar in the snow.
Source:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motoringvideo/9053551/How-to-drive-a-supercar-on-ice.html
How to drive a supercar on ice
Telegraph journalist Chris Knapman heads to Sweden where he learns how to drift a Corvette supercar in the snow.
Source:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motoringvideo/9053551/How-to-drive-a-supercar-on-ice.html
Just how much caffeine is in caffeinated foodstuffs
90% of North Americans consume caffeine on a daily basis.
When ingested by itself, caffeine is extremely bitter � not the type a flavor many of us want lingering on our taste buds. Some foods naturally offer substantial amounts of caffeine, while other companies load up caffeine into...
Source:
http://io9.com/5881364/just-how-much-caffeine-is-in-caffeinated-foodstuffs
Americas Most Miserable Cities
South Florida and Michigan dominate our annual look at the cities whose residents have the most to complain about.
Source:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2012/02/02/americas-most-miserable-cities/
Americas Most Miserable Cities
South Florida and Michigan dominate our annual look at the cities whose residents have the most to complain about.
Source:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/kurtbadenhausen/2012/02/02/americas-most-miserable-cities/
viernes, 3 de febrero de 2012
How to Be the Bearer of Bad News
We have a tendency to be a little selfish and prolong the inevitable when offering up unfavorable tidings, but that's the wrong way to do it.
Source:
http://lifehacker.com/5881453/how-to-be-the-bearer-of-bad-news
Eleven FluFighting Gadgets for Germaphobes
Thousands of germs lurk on the gadgets we use every day, but we've found a number of products that promise to kill those cold-causers instantly.
2012 Tesla Model S Electric Sedan New Teaser Video
Teaser videos are many things - enlightening, inspiring, exciting... but perhaps most of all, frustrating.
Being drip-fed portions of one of 2012's most exciting upcoming cars, the 2012 Tesla Model S, just makes us want to drive it even more.
Source:
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1072377_2012-tesla-model-s-electric-sedan-new-teaser-video
The Flatirons Boulder Colorado Pic
The Flatirons, Boulder, Colorado (Pic)
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http://i.imgur.com/l4Hmg.jpg
Valentines Day gifts 2012 Want to get dumped Get the Smart Price Asda card for 7p
On the front are the words 'Be My Valentine' and the card even features Asdas famous green colours.
Valentines Day gifts 2012 Want to get dumped Get the Smart Price Asda card for 7p
On the front are the words 'Be My Valentine' and the card even features Asdas famous green colours.
jueves, 2 de febrero de 2012
Facebook and Twitter more addictive than tobacco and alcohol
"As a day wears on, willpower becomes lower and self-control efforts are more likely to fail."
Twitter and Facebook are more addictive than cigarettes and alcohol, researchers claim.
Resisting the urge to check social networking sites for updates is more difficult than turning down a drink, according to a study of people's everyday desires.
The survey of 250 people found that sleep and sex were the two things people most longed for during the da
Facebook and Twitter more addictive than tobacco and alcohol
"As a day wears on, willpower becomes lower and self-control efforts are more likely to fail."
Twitter and Facebook are more addictive than cigarettes and alcohol, researchers claim.
Resisting the urge to check social networking sites for updates is more difficult than turning down a drink, according to a study of people's everyday desires.
The survey of 250 people found that sleep and sex were the two things people most longed for during the da
Study Caffeine May Alter Estrogen Levels in Women
For women, that morning cup o joe may act as more than just a pick-me-up.
New research shows that caffeine may alter womens estrogen levels, and that such changes differ according to race.
Source:
http://healthland.time.com/2012/01/30/study-caffeine-may-alter-estrogen-levels-in-women/
Why Women Lose Interest in Sex
Men and women may both have passionate sex at the outset of a relationship, but for women that sexual desire plummets over time, for reasons scientists are still trying to decipher.
Source:
http://www.livescience.com/18233-women-lose-sexual-desire.html
Can Schools Create a Culture of Learning By Doing
What if we had a culture of "do" instead of a culture of "know" in our schools? Ensuring students know academic content is great, but teaching them to do something with it is essential.
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http://www.good.is/post/can-schools-create-a-culture-of-learning-by-doing
Children with burn injuries covering 60 percent or more are at higher risk of complications and death
New research published Online First by The Lancet shows that children with burn injuries are much more likely to suffer severe complications or die when the burns cover 60% or more of their total body surface area . As a result, the authors recommend that all children with this level of injury should immediately be transferred to specialist burns units and treated with increased vigilance and improved therapies. The Article is by Dr Marc Jeschke, Ross Tilley Burn Centre, University of Toronto, Sunnybrook Research Institute, ON, Canada, and Dr David N Herndon, Shriners Hospital for Children and University of Texas...
Children with burn injuries covering 60 percent or more are at higher risk of complications and death
New research published Online First by The Lancet shows that children with burn injuries are much more likely to suffer severe complications or die when the burns cover 60% or more of their total body surface area . As a result, the authors recommend that all children with this level of injury should immediately be transferred to specialist burns units and treated with increased vigilance and improved therapies. The Article is by Dr Marc Jeschke, Ross Tilley Burn Centre, University of Toronto, Sunnybrook Research Institute, ON, Canada, and Dr David N Herndon, Shriners Hospital for Children and University of Texas...
10 Ways the World Still Tries to Rule Womens Bodies
We live in an advanced era of cloud computing, virtual personal assistants and cars that can parallel park themselves.
So why is it that women so often feel like were still living in the dark ages? The question of whether we should even have access to birth control is still a part of our everyday political discourse. Fathers are symbolically claiming their daughters virginity. Were slammed with objectifying ads that tell us to be more se
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/10-ways-the-world-still-tries-to-rule-womens-bodies-feminism/
miércoles, 1 de febrero de 2012
ExLA teacher charged with molesting 23 children
A former 61-year-old elementary school teacher has been charged with molesting 23 children after an investigation by authorities uncovered more than 40 photographs showing victims with their eyes blindfolded and mouths covered with tape, possibly inside a classroom.
Prevent Illness at the Office 10 Quick Sanitary Tips to Keep Your Workspace GermFree
Taking small steps to take care of yourself and your workspace can do a great deal towards keeping you (and your coworkers) healthy.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/greg-voakes/clean-office_b_1215053.html
Prevent Illness at the Office 10 Quick Sanitary Tips to Keep Your Workspace GermFree
Taking small steps to take care of yourself and your workspace can do a great deal towards keeping you (and your coworkers) healthy.
Source:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/greg-voakes/clean-office_b_1215053.html
50 Quotes About Meditation Yoga
A collection of famous sayings about yoga and meditation from sources like the Bhagavad Gita, Dalai Lama, Benjamin Franklin, Moby, and Richard Gere.
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/50-quotes-on-meditation-amp-yoga/
50 Quotes About Meditation Yoga
A collection of famous sayings about yoga and meditation from sources like the Bhagavad Gita, Dalai Lama, Benjamin Franklin, Moby, and Richard Gere.
Source:
http://ecosalon.com/50-quotes-on-meditation-amp-yoga/
Mount Thor Canada Earths greatest vertical drop Pic
Mount Thor, Canada: Earth's greatest vertical drop (Pic)
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/tRh3V.jpg
Mount Thor Canada Earths greatest vertical drop Pic
Mount Thor, Canada: Earth's greatest vertical drop (Pic)
Source:
http://i.imgur.com/tRh3V.jpg
Read This Moving And Very Funny Letter From An ExSlave To His Former Master
'Surely there will be a day of reckoning'
The letter was written, or dictated, by Jourdan Anderson and sent to his former master, Colonel P.H.
Anderson. Jourdan had been living in Ohio, earning wages as a free man. Colonel Anderson had written Jourdan asking him to come back and work on the farm again.
The letter's tone is at times friendly and funny, but it very pointedly points to the cruelties of the former relationship between master and sla
Source:
http://www.businessinsider.com/read-this-amazing-letter-from-an-ex-slave-to-his-former-master-2012-1
Read This Moving And Very Funny Letter From An ExSlave To His Former Master
'Surely there will be a day of reckoning'
The letter was written, or dictated, by Jourdan Anderson and sent to his former master, Colonel P.H.
Anderson. Jourdan had been living in Ohio, earning wages as a free man. Colonel Anderson had written Jourdan asking him to come back and work on the farm again.
The letter's tone is at times friendly and funny, but it very pointedly points to the cruelties of the former relationship between master and sla
Source:
http://www.businessinsider.com/read-this-amazing-letter-from-an-ex-slave-to-his-former-master-2012-1
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