Weather concerns are keeping crews from the home stretch to complete drilling of a relief well at that underwater oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Officials say the storm threat in the Gulf could postpone completion for a few days. Crews hope to drill into the ruptured line beneath the break and pump in mud and cement to permanently plug the oil well. Source Link
A new study shows that a bigger waistline size is linked to an increased risk of death, regardless of overall body weight. Those with the the most belly fat had twice the risk of premature death, even with a normal weight. It’s believed that fat around the midsection produces hormones that can promote insulin resistance and throw off the body’s hormonal balance. Source Link
Job seekers take note -- researchers say that teetotalers have a better chance of being hired than those who are known to pick up a drink, whether or not they overindulge. In the study, hiring managers observing a test graded applicants poorly if they ordered a glass of wine instead of a soft drink in during a business meal that was part of a job interview. Source Link
