December 2011
The People We Said Goodbye To in 2011
This year we say goodbye to addicts and martyrs, survivors and killers. 2011, we’ll miss you and (some of) the people you took with you. Source: http://www.good.is/post/the-year-in-death/
The People We Said Goodbye To in 2011
This year we say goodbye to addicts and martyrs, survivors and killers. 2011, we’ll miss you and (some of) the people you took with you. Source: http://www.good.is/post/the-year-in-death/
Is American Medicine Too Test Happy?
If you’ve had a medical procedure lately, you probably first had blood tests, an imaging test like an MRI or ultrasound, perhaps an electrocardiogram and possibly more. Source: http://news.yahoo.com/american-medicine-too-test-happy-140304848.html
Is American Medicine Too Test Happy?
If you’ve had a medical procedure lately, you probably first had blood tests, an imaging test like an MRI or ultrasound, perhaps an electrocardiogram and possibly more. Source: http://news.yahoo.com/american-medicine-too-test-happy-140304848.html
The Making of a Gigantic Kit Kat
I dont know why this caught my attention but it did. Perhaps its because I was watching Uncle Buck the other day and I love that scene where he makes those gigantic pancakes. Hell its Holiday season right? Might as well get you guys in the process of enjoying sugar and a bunch of crap that will probably kill you in the long run. Source:...
The Making of a Gigantic Kit Kat
I dont know why this caught my attention but it did. Perhaps its because I was watching Uncle Buck the other day and I love that scene where he makes those gigantic pancakes. Hell its Holiday season right? Might as well get you guys in the process of enjoying sugar and a bunch of crap that will probably kill you in the long run. Source:...
Secret Vatican documents revealed as exhibition...
100 documents which played a vital role in the history of the Catholic Church will finally be put on display after being very closely guarded, some for centuries. The documents, which have been kept at the Vaticans Secret Archives, will be put out for exhibition between February and September of 2012. Source:...
Secret Vatican documents revealed as exhibition...
100 documents which played a vital role in the history of the Catholic Church will finally be put on display after being very closely guarded, some for centuries. The documents, which have been kept at the Vaticans Secret Archives, will be put out for exhibition between February and September of 2012. Source:...
Teen Gives Birth, Loses Cancer Fight
Jenni Lake, 18, died from brain cancer 12 days after her son was born. Source: http://abcnews.go.com/Health/video/teen-birth-loses-cancer-fight-15248435
Teen Gives Birth, Loses Cancer Fight
Jenni Lake, 18, died from brain cancer 12 days after her son was born. Source: http://abcnews.go.com/Health/video/teen-birth-loses-cancer-fight-15248435
In Ecuador, insane giant sculptures of The Hulk...
For New Year’s Eve in Ecuador, massive paper-and-wood figures known as “a±os viejos” (Spanish for “old years”) are burnt to usher out the past 365 days. These elaborate sculptures depict everyone from Chucky the evil doll to Cable from the X-Men, who are all summarily incinerated as the clock runs down. Source:...
Spare Change for Social Change: Can Wasted Subway...
New York subway riders throw out $52 million worth of rides each year. Can MetroChange harvest that value back into the community? Source: http://www.good.is/post/spare-change-for-social-change-can-wasted-subway-fees-be-used-for-public-good/
Spare Change for Social Change: Can Wasted Subway...
New York subway riders throw out $52 million worth of rides each year. Can MetroChange harvest that value back into the community? Source: http://www.good.is/post/spare-change-for-social-change-can-wasted-subway-fees-be-used-for-public-good/
Don't Ring in the New Year with Gunfire
The San Francisco division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is asking all you trigger-happy people to please refrain from ringing in 2012 with celebratory gun shots Source: http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/2011/12/dont_ring_in_the_new_year_with.php
Don't Ring in the New Year with Gunfire
The San Francisco division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is asking all you trigger-happy people to please refrain from ringing in 2012 with celebratory gun shots Source: http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/2011/12/dont_ring_in_the_new_year_with.php
Women on Film: Body Snark as Universal Women Speak
Heres America Ferrera as Ana, a Mexican-American teenager fed up with the endless walls of assault we rage against our own bodies. Source: http://ecosalon.com/women-on-film-body-snark-as-universal-women-speak/
Women on Film: Body Snark as Universal Women Speak
Heres America Ferrera as Ana, a Mexican-American teenager fed up with the endless walls of assault we rage against our own bodies. Source: http://ecosalon.com/women-on-film-body-snark-as-universal-women-speak/
How to Turn Your Unwanted Gifts into Cash (or...
Despite the best efforts of your family and friends, some gifts just aren’t a good fit. Rather than resign yourself to a present you can’t use or don’t like, here’s a look at everything you can do to turn an unwanted gift back into cash
Can China's Power Industry Raise Interest In...
China’s car market is one of the fastest-growing in the world, and the implications of that are huge for the car industry. Source: http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1071119_can-chinas-power-industry-raise-interest-in-electric-cars
Can China's Power Industry Raise Interest In...
China’s car market is one of the fastest-growing in the world, and the implications of that are huge for the car industry. Source: http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1071119_can-chinas-power-industry-raise-interest-in-electric-cars
Book Em: 10 Best Reads from 2011
Consider dropping a little further down the bestseller list and giving these best of 2011 books a spin. Source: http://ecosalon.com/ten-popular-fiction-non-fiction-books-of-2011/
Book Em: 10 Best Reads from 2011
Consider dropping a little further down the bestseller list and giving these best of 2011 books a spin. Source: http://ecosalon.com/ten-popular-fiction-non-fiction-books-of-2011/
Baby 'youngest to have cornea op'
A Scunthorpe baby who was born blind has become the youngest patient in the UK to have a corneal transplant, doctors say. Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-16339789
Baby 'youngest to have cornea op'
A Scunthorpe baby who was born blind has become the youngest patient in the UK to have a corneal transplant, doctors say. Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-humber-16339789
Are You Doomed to Be a Never-Retiree?
Do you really want to work your whole life? An alarming number of workers think they’ll have to — and that number is rising. More than a quarter of workers age 50 and older expect to retire at 70 or later. Even worse, one in six Americans think they’ll never be able to retire. Source: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2011/12/27/are-you-doomed-to-be-a-never-retiree/
Annie Leibovitz's American Pilgrimage
How wonderful to uncover the reasons you like a place, Annie Leibovitz said. In a new book and exhibition, the esteemed photographer pursues a passion for history and lets us see familiar icons in a fresh light. Source: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/Annie-Leibovitzs-American-Pilgrimage.html
Annie Leibovitz's American Pilgrimage
How wonderful to uncover the reasons you like a place, Annie Leibovitz said. In a new book and exhibition, the esteemed photographer pursues a passion for history and lets us see familiar icons in a fresh light. Source: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/Annie-Leibovitzs-American-Pilgrimage.html
The Commercialization of Christmas (Infographic)
In today’s GoFigure we look at a Pew poll of Americans’ attitudes towards Christmas. Source: http://www.livescience.com/17618-americans-commercialization-christmas-infographic.html
The Commercialization of Christmas (Infographic)
In today’s GoFigure we look at a Pew poll of Americans’ attitudes towards Christmas. Source: http://www.livescience.com/17618-americans-commercialization-christmas-infographic.html
I thought you said it was a CAT-walk! Pups on...
The dogs that strut their stuff on the catwalks of China, in the latest designer gear, with immaculate hair and stylish shoes. Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2078601/I-thought-said-CAT-walk-Pups-parade-owners-latest-stylish-looks-doggy-fashion-show.html
I thought you said it was a CAT-walk! Pups on...
The dogs that strut their stuff on the catwalks of China, in the latest designer gear, with immaculate hair and stylish shoes. Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2078601/I-thought-said-CAT-walk-Pups-parade-owners-latest-stylish-looks-doggy-fashion-show.html
California Bans Law Allowing Vehicle Towing of...
As it stands now, when law enforcement check drivers sobriety at random checkpoints they can impound cars from drivers solely based on the fact that they are an unlicensed driver this applies to both citizens and non-citizens. That will change come January 1, 2012… Source: http://www.leftlanenews.com/california-bans-law-allowing-vehicle-towing-of-unlicensed-drivers.html
California Bans Law Allowing Vehicle Towing of...
As it stands now, when law enforcement check drivers sobriety at random checkpoints they can impound cars from drivers solely based on the fact that they are an unlicensed driver this applies to both citizens and non-citizens. That will change come January 1, 2012… Source: http://www.leftlanenews.com/california-bans-law-allowing-vehicle-towing-of-unlicensed-drivers.html
Making a Difference: Helping Military Brides With...
Making a Difference: Brides Across America Source: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/40153870/vp/45792283#45792283
Making a Difference: Helping Military Brides With...
Making a Difference: Brides Across America Source: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/40153870/vp/45792283#45792283
Via Motors 100 MPG Electric Pickup Launching At...
So far, the range of electric vehicles offered for general sale has been fairly limited - most carmakers have been selling their technology in standard family cars, or city cars. In terms of efficiency, those vehicles are actually relatively good. Why not try and make improvements in the generally… Source:...
Via Motors 100 MPG Electric Pickup Launching At...
So far, the range of electric vehicles offered for general sale has been fairly limited - most carmakers have been selling their technology in standard family cars, or city cars. In terms of efficiency, those vehicles are actually relatively good. Why not try and make improvements in the generally… Source:...
Los Angeles Leads Nation in Plastic Surgery, Says...
The most classic L.A. stereotype, long perpetuated by out-of-touch New York journalism, is that we’re the most superficial city in America. Source: http://blogs.laweekly.com/informer/2011/12/los_angeles_plastic_surgery_dc_superficiality.php
Los Angeles Leads Nation in Plastic Surgery, Says...
The most classic L.A. stereotype, long perpetuated by out-of-touch New York journalism, is that we’re the most superficial city in America. Source: http://blogs.laweekly.com/informer/2011/12/los_angeles_plastic_surgery_dc_superficiality.php
Girl Tells Santa She Wants Dad Home From Iraq,...
I need a Kleenex. Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMUhlRSem0M
Girl Tells Santa She Wants Dad Home From Iraq,...
I need a Kleenex. Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMUhlRSem0M
15 Top Last Minute Gifts for Under $50
Didnt make it to the malls earlier this month and still dont want to battle all the stress of trying to go today or even tomorrow? Then why not stock up on some cool last minute gifts for friends and family members that are all under $50! Heres some quirky last minute gadget gifts that youll want to even buy for yourself. Source:...
15 Top Last Minute Gifts for Under $50
Didnt make it to the malls earlier this month and still dont want to battle all the stress of trying to go today or even tomorrow? Then why not stock up on some cool last minute gifts for friends and family members that are all under $50! Heres some quirky last minute gadget gifts that youll want to even buy for yourself. Source:...
Bottoms Up: Five Hints for Tastier Holiday Eggnog
Its the creamy concoction that lurks in a punchbowl at every holiday party, and you either love it or you hate it. Its eggnog, and while I myself am firmly in the anti-nog camp, many people enjoy a nosh around the holidays. Source: http://www.divinecaroline.com/48565/89362-bottoms-up-five-hints-tastier
Bottoms Up: Five Hints for Tastier Holiday Eggnog
Its the creamy concoction that lurks in a punchbowl at every holiday party, and you either love it or you hate it. Its eggnog, and while I myself am firmly in the anti-nog camp, many people enjoy a nosh around the holidays. Source: http://www.divinecaroline.com/48565/89362-bottoms-up-five-hints-tastier
The Year in Pictures: Part III [THE BIG PICTURE]
In this post, featuring images from the last quarter of 2011, we remember a tumultuous year of change across the globe, the capture of Khadafi, the 10th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center, the passing of Apple icon Steve Jobs, fire, famine, flood and protests. A memorable year, indeed. — Paula Nelson Source:...
The Most Sublime Wedding Picture You'll See All...
If more wedding pictures were like this, maybe there wouldn’t be as many divorces. Source: http://chime.in/user/Bill/chime/87826613398913024
The Most Sublime Wedding Picture You'll See All...
If more wedding pictures were like this, maybe there wouldn’t be as many divorces. Source: http://chime.in/user/Bill/chime/87826613398913024
This History of Champagne (INFOGRAPHIC)
Ahhh¦ Champagne. Not only is it one of the most delicious wines ever made, but it has so much history behind it; stories of people who helped bring Champagne to where it is, people who fought for Champange in hard times, people who worked to bring Champagne to everyone around the world. And the history, the stories¦ that is a part of what makes Champagne so special! So we share with you a little...
This History of Champagne (INFOGRAPHIC)
Ahhh¦ Champagne. Not only is it one of the most delicious wines ever made, but it has so much history behind it; stories of people who helped bring Champagne to where it is, people who fought for Champange in hard times, people who worked to bring Champagne to everyone around the world. And the history, the stories¦ that is a part of what makes Champagne so special! So we share with you a little...