New homeowners who were racing last week to close on their house purchases in order to qualify for a federal tax credit are getting some extra time to seal the deal. President Obama has signed a measure that extends the closing deadline until September 30th for sales contracts that were signed by April 30th. It’s believed that thousands of homeowners were unable to complete their closings in time to earn the tax credit that’s worth up to $8,000. Source Link
Is there a roadmap to a long life that’s hidden in our genes? Scientists think they’ve found a clue to how people can live to age 100 after examining more than a thousand centenarians. The genetic patterns point to late onset of aged-related diseases like dementia, but they don’t guarantee a super-long life, because lifestyle choices like smoking, drinking and overeating can still trump genetics. Source Link
While the words "sunny" and "storm" don't usually go together, a solar storm can mean big trouble. It's when sunspots erupt, sending charged particles into space that can damage satellites and power grids on Earth. Scientists now say they expect more solar storms in the coming years and they're gearing up for it. Special satellites that monitor the Sun's surface can provide early warnings to allow equipment to be shut down and prevent damage as the space storms pass the Earth. Source Link
