Can
a cup of java chase away the blues? A new study says women who
regularly drink coffee have a 20% lower risk of depression than
non-coffee drinkers. Only caffeinated coffee showed the benefit. But go
easy on the unlimited refills, as researchers warn that too much
caffeine can backfire and increase anxiety and insomnia. Source Link
Major
League Baseball has the eight teams that will battle it out for the right
to play in the World Series. The American League divisional playoffs
begin tonight with Texas hosting Tampa Bay and Detroit at New York.
Tomorrow the National League playoffs begin with Arizona at Milwaukee
and Philadelphia hosting St. Louis. Source Link
Who
needs the latest Android or iPhone when you can go solid gold with your
cell phone? A Danish retailer is marketing a $57,000 limited-edition
18-carat gold phone. The handset has no email, no camera and no GPS, but
most owners will have personal assistants and chauffeurs to handle
those tasks. Source Link
September 29, 2011
Amazon
hopes to set the tablet computer market on “Fire” with a new model that
offers a smaller size than the iPad and much smaller price tag too. The
Kindle Fire sports a 7-inch screen, WiFi connectivity and runs on a
modified version of the Android operating system for apps, music,
movies, TV shows and books that are available from Amazon. The Kindle
Fire will be priced at $199. Source Link
No longer will people be dying to get on a U.S. postage stamp. The Postal Service has rescinded its rule that a person must be deceased in order to appear on a stamp. Now the Postal Service is asking the public for suggestions about who should be among the first to have their face grace a stamp while they’re alive to see it. Source Link
As Major League Baseball gets ready to begin post-season play, there’s a call to make this the last season when players can use tobacco in the game. Saying it sets a bad example for youngsters, a group of U.S. Senators has joined baseball Commissioner Bud Selig’s push for a ban on smokeless tobacco use in the majors. The issue could be part of contract discussions with the players union this winter. Source Link
No longer will people be dying to get on a U.S. postage stamp. The Postal Service has rescinded its rule that a person must be deceased in order to appear on a stamp. Now the Postal Service is asking the public for suggestions about who should be among the first to have their face grace a stamp while they’re alive to see it. Source Link
As Major League Baseball gets ready to begin post-season play, there’s a call to make this the last season when players can use tobacco in the game. Saying it sets a bad example for youngsters, a group of U.S. Senators has joined baseball Commissioner Bud Selig’s push for a ban on smokeless tobacco use in the majors. The issue could be part of contract discussions with the players union this winter. Source Link
September 28, 2011
More
banks are taking the “free” out of their no-interest checking accounts.
They’re trying to make up for lost revenue as new government rules take
effect that will lower the credit and debit card fees that banks charge
to merchants. But there are ways to keep checking accounts free, as
many banks will waive the account fee with payroll direct deposit. Source Link
The doctor is now “in” on your smart phone. A new service called Health Tap lets you pose health questions to a panel of 5,000 doctors and get free answers using your smart phone app or from the Health Tap web site. The service is designed to be an alternative to simply Googling your symptoms or questions and hoping to find good information. Source Link
Lots of people are letting their fingers do the talking. A new survey shows nearly one-third of cell phone users prefer to receive a text message rather than a call. According to the survey, the average adult has about 12 calls and 10 text messages a day, but young adults 18 to 24 are keeping their thumbs quite busy, averaging just over 100 text messages a day. Source Link
September 27, 2011
Opening
arguments are expected today in Los Angeles in the manslaughter trial
of a doctor accused of killing pop superstar Michael Jackson with an
overdose of sleeping medication. Jackson’s fans are hoping the media
coverage won’t turn into a tabloid trial of the lifestyle of the King of
Pop. Dr. Conrad Murray has pleaded not guilty to the charge that his
actions led to Jackson’s death in 2009. Source Link
The cost of filling-up is going down and the price of gas could drop below $3 a gallon in many places soon. That’s good news for the economy, as it makes more disposable income available for consumer spending. But prices at the pump have a long way to go to reach the mark seen one year ago, when gas averaged about $2.70 a gallon. Source Link
Are today’s overprotective parents closing the door to a happier life for their kids by keeping them indoors? A new report says a lack of outdoor free playtime could have adverse developmental effects for kids. Researchers say children learn decision-making and problem-solving and gain more self-control by playing together freely without parents supervising them. Source Link
The cost of filling-up is going down and the price of gas could drop below $3 a gallon in many places soon. That’s good news for the economy, as it makes more disposable income available for consumer spending. But prices at the pump have a long way to go to reach the mark seen one year ago, when gas averaged about $2.70 a gallon. Source Link
Are today’s overprotective parents closing the door to a happier life for their kids by keeping them indoors? A new report says a lack of outdoor free playtime could have adverse developmental effects for kids. Researchers say children learn decision-making and problem-solving and gain more self-control by playing together freely without parents supervising them. Source Link
September 26, 2011
Time is running out to keep federal emergency aid in place for cleanup and rebuilding efforts after this year’s tornadoes, floods and hurricanes. Congress is scrambling to reach a compromise on how to continue the funding after the money runs out tomorrow. And lawmakers have yet to agree on a FEMA budget for the new fiscal year that starts on Saturday. Source Link
Today could be a deadly day for those who need kidney dialysis to stay alive. A new study found more medical complications and deaths occurred after the typical two-day weekend break between treatments. Switching to every-other-day dialysis could be a hardship on patients and taxing for facilities, and would cost billions more to pay for the additional treatments. Source Link
How do Americans spend their time online? A new Nielsen survey shows we log nearly a billion hours a month keeping up with friends on Facebook. Only game play on XBox Live takes a bigger chunk of online time. Social media in general accounts for nearly a quarter of all time spent online, with the other top destinations being Yahoo, Google, AOL and MSN-Bing. Source Link
Today could be a deadly day for those who need kidney dialysis to stay alive. A new study found more medical complications and deaths occurred after the typical two-day weekend break between treatments. Switching to every-other-day dialysis could be a hardship on patients and taxing for facilities, and would cost billions more to pay for the additional treatments. Source Link
How do Americans spend their time online? A new Nielsen survey shows we log nearly a billion hours a month keeping up with friends on Facebook. Only game play on XBox Live takes a bigger chunk of online time. Social media in general accounts for nearly a quarter of all time spent online, with the other top destinations being Yahoo, Google, AOL and MSN-Bing. Source Link
September 23, 2011
The
International Federation of the Red Cross says the number of obese
people in the world is now more than those who are malnourished. The
organization says it counts 1.5 billion who are obese and just under a
billion people worldwide who don’t get enough to eat. The group says
it’s a double-edged scandal that excess nutrition now kills more people
than hunger. Source Link
The bad news keeps coming for Netflix. The company has been losing customers after raising its subscription rates and taking heat for plans to spin-off its DVD-by-mail service into a new company. Now there’s word that Netflix will have more competition, as Blockbuster will start its own online streaming video service to include the Starz movie library that’s being pulled from Netflix. Source Link
The nation’s biggest toy store chain is out with its list of items they expect to be on lots of kid’s wish lists this holiday season. The hot toys include the new Let’s Rock Elmo; Fijit Friends interactive dolls that respond to more than 30 verbal commands; a Nerf gun that shoots foam discs, and a Fisher-Price power dune buggy that seats two kids and sells for $270. Source Link
The bad news keeps coming for Netflix. The company has been losing customers after raising its subscription rates and taking heat for plans to spin-off its DVD-by-mail service into a new company. Now there’s word that Netflix will have more competition, as Blockbuster will start its own online streaming video service to include the Starz movie library that’s being pulled from Netflix. Source Link
The nation’s biggest toy store chain is out with its list of items they expect to be on lots of kid’s wish lists this holiday season. The hot toys include the new Let’s Rock Elmo; Fijit Friends interactive dolls that respond to more than 30 verbal commands; a Nerf gun that shoots foam discs, and a Fisher-Price power dune buggy that seats two kids and sells for $270. Source Link
September 22, 2011
The
days may be numbered for credit cards with black magnetic stripes. Visa
has announced a plan to encourage banks and retailers to make the
switch to cards with smart chips that are much harder to counterfeit.
The U.S. is one of the last developed countries to adopt smart cards,
making Americans a bigger target for worldwide credit card fraud. Source Link
If you’ve been waiting anxiously for the iPhone 5, mark your calendars for October 4th. That’s the day Apple will announce when the new version of the world’s most popular smart phone will go on sale. It’ll be an historic day for Apple, as it marks a first such iPhone event for new CEO Tim Cook, who will unveil the new model to the world. Source Link
They say laughter is the best medicine, and now there’s scientific evidence that humor can ease the hurt. A British study looked at whether laughter could boost your threshold for pain. It found that social laughter releases endorphins, which are strongly tied to pain tolerance, and could be natural pain-killers. Source Link
If you’ve been waiting anxiously for the iPhone 5, mark your calendars for October 4th. That’s the day Apple will announce when the new version of the world’s most popular smart phone will go on sale. It’ll be an historic day for Apple, as it marks a first such iPhone event for new CEO Tim Cook, who will unveil the new model to the world. Source Link
They say laughter is the best medicine, and now there’s scientific evidence that humor can ease the hurt. A British study looked at whether laughter could boost your threshold for pain. It found that social laughter releases endorphins, which are strongly tied to pain tolerance, and could be natural pain-killers. Source Link
September 21, 2011
The
United Auto Workers union says it’s new tentative contract with GM will
create over 5,000 jobs as the automaker brings new manufacturing to
America and the reopens the former Saturn auto plant in Tennessee. The
deal includes no regular pay increases but has profit sharing and a
$5,000 signing bonus for workers, along with a raise in the hourly rate
for new hires. Source Link
A new study suggests that the children’s vaccine for whooping cough may wear off sooner than expected, leaving some elementary school youngsters at a higher risk for the disease. Current guidelines call for booster shots between ages 4 and 6 and again around age 12, but a California study showed a spike in whooping cough cases in 8-to-12 year olds. Source Link
Later this week, the world will get a visual display of the power of gravity, courtesy of a school bus-sized satellite that is falling out of orbit. The obsolete NASA climate probe will burn up as it enters Earth’s atmosphere sometime after Thursday. Officials say the fiery re-entry could be bright enough to be seen in broad daylight, but its exact landing spot is still unknown. Source Link
A new study suggests that the children’s vaccine for whooping cough may wear off sooner than expected, leaving some elementary school youngsters at a higher risk for the disease. Current guidelines call for booster shots between ages 4 and 6 and again around age 12, but a California study showed a spike in whooping cough cases in 8-to-12 year olds. Source Link
Later this week, the world will get a visual display of the power of gravity, courtesy of a school bus-sized satellite that is falling out of orbit. The obsolete NASA climate probe will burn up as it enters Earth’s atmosphere sometime after Thursday. Officials say the fiery re-entry could be bright enough to be seen in broad daylight, but its exact landing spot is still unknown. Source Link
September 20, 2011
The
nation’s top safety investigators say it’s time for commercial drivers
to hang up all the cell phones while behind the wheel. The National
Transportation Safety Board wants a ban on all cell phone use -- even
hands-free -- for commercial drivers except in emergencies. Some studies
have shown that drivers cannot fully focus on both the road and a cell
phone conversation. Source Link
After months of training and preparation, the U.S. military’s ban on openly gay troops has officially been lifted. Pentagon officials say they’ve found no evidence that the repeal has disrupted operations or harmed unit strength. Some former service members who were discharged under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” say they’ll re-enlist now that the ban has been lifted. Source Link
After months of training and preparation, the U.S. military’s ban on openly gay troops has officially been lifted. Pentagon officials say they’ve found no evidence that the repeal has disrupted operations or harmed unit strength. Some former service members who were discharged under “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” say they’ll re-enlist now that the ban has been lifted. Source Link
That
red envelope with the DVD inside it won’t be coming from Netflix
anymore. The company says it’s changing the name of its DVD-by-mail
service to Qwikster and giving it a separate web site and separate
billing. Netflix will become the name for company’s Instant Viewing
streaming video service. Source Link
September 19, 2011
President
Obama’s suggestions to a Congressional deficit reduction committee
include raising more revenue with a tax on millionaires. The proposal
would be a form of alternative minimum tax to ensure that millionaires
pay a rate of tax that at least matches that of middle-class families.
The president is not suggesting any changes to the Social Security
system. Source Link
The next generation is getting much of its news from posts and tweets, rather than newspapers or programs. A new survey of American teens shows more than half of them get news and information from a social network on a daily basis. But two-thirds admit that social networks may not be the best source for truthful coverage. Source Link
Call it an Easy-Bake Makeover -- the toy oven that’s been a favorite for over 40 years has a new look and a new way to cook those pint-sized cakes and cookies. The Easy-Bake is losing the 100-watt bulb in favor of a conventional heating element, now that 100-watt bulbs are being phased out. The new Easy Bake also sports a curvy shape in purple plastic. Source Link
The next generation is getting much of its news from posts and tweets, rather than newspapers or programs. A new survey of American teens shows more than half of them get news and information from a social network on a daily basis. But two-thirds admit that social networks may not be the best source for truthful coverage. Source Link
Call it an Easy-Bake Makeover -- the toy oven that’s been a favorite for over 40 years has a new look and a new way to cook those pint-sized cakes and cookies. The Easy-Bake is losing the 100-watt bulb in favor of a conventional heating element, now that 100-watt bulbs are being phased out. The new Easy Bake also sports a curvy shape in purple plastic. Source Link
September 16, 2011
The
Congressional Medal of Honor has been awarded to a young Marine who
defied orders so that he could rescue fellow Marines and soldiers under
fire in Afghanistan. Dakota Meyer was a 21-year old corporal in 2009
when he was credited with helping to save 36 lives and killing eight
enemy fighters in the midst of a vicious battle. Meyer left the service
after his tour of duty and now works in construction. Source Link
You’ve heard of electric cars, but what if the power for them came from the road itself? Japanese auto researchers are working on a system that would transmit power from charging plates buried in roadways through tires with special steel belts to charge battery systems in electric cars. The concept might be limited to major highways because of the high cost of rebuilding roads with the charging systems. Source Link
You’ve heard of electric cars, but what if the power for them came from the road itself? Japanese auto researchers are working on a system that would transmit power from charging plates buried in roadways through tires with special steel belts to charge battery systems in electric cars. The concept might be limited to major highways because of the high cost of rebuilding roads with the charging systems. Source Link
Forget the big bucks to be earned in blockbuster films -- Hollywood’s top-paid man last year made much of his money in comedy while wearing a wig and a dress. Forbes Magazine says actor Tyler Perry earned $130 million in part as the producer, director and star of the Madea films in which he plays a feisty grandmother. Perry beat out producers Jerry Bruckheimer and Steven Spielberg for the top paycheck honor. Source Link
September 15, 2011
The
final government report on the biggest oil spill in U.S. history puts
much of the blame on BP for the disaster in the Gulf of Mexico last
year. Investigators say the company tried to save money and cut corners
on some key elements of the offshore oil well that later failed. The
report could set the stage for possible criminal proceedings. Source Link
Could a drink a day keep disease away? A new study shows middle-aged women who drank one beer or a small glass of wine each day were less likely to develop heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, compared to non-drinkers and those who had four or more drinks a day. But you can’t save up for a big weekend, as the benefit comes with a single drink each day. Source Link
If you’re a person who eats lunch at your desk every day, you’re not dining alone. A new survey shows that one out of three employees admit to doing the same thing. About the same number take a lunch break away from work. Some 15% say they only occasionally take a lunch break, and the rest say they seldom if ever stop work for lunch. Source Link
Could a drink a day keep disease away? A new study shows middle-aged women who drank one beer or a small glass of wine each day were less likely to develop heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, compared to non-drinkers and those who had four or more drinks a day. But you can’t save up for a big weekend, as the benefit comes with a single drink each day. Source Link
If you’re a person who eats lunch at your desk every day, you’re not dining alone. A new survey shows that one out of three employees admit to doing the same thing. About the same number take a lunch break away from work. Some 15% say they only occasionally take a lunch break, and the rest say they seldom if ever stop work for lunch. Source Link
September 14, 2011
Alzheimer’s
could become the defining disease of the Baby Boomer generation, and
now there’s work underway to create a national plan to help Americans
deal with dementia, whether as patients or as caregivers. The plan would
address research on treatments or cures, along with resources for care.
It’s estimated that the annual cost for dementia care could reach $1
trillion by 2050. Source Link
The holiday shopping season is still months away, but already one in four people say they plan to spend less on gifts. A Reuters poll also found that about half of those surveyed will keep this year’s spending to the same level as last year. The findings aren’t good news for retailers and government officials who hope to see more consumer spending to drive an economic rebound. Source Link
A new study says fast-paced children’s cartoons aren’t good for pre-schoolers. Researchers found that four-year olds had more problems paying attention and following instructions after watching an action cartoon show versus an educational cartoon. The study used an episode of Nickelodeon’s Spongebob Squarepants and a PBS animated children’s program. Source Link
The holiday shopping season is still months away, but already one in four people say they plan to spend less on gifts. A Reuters poll also found that about half of those surveyed will keep this year’s spending to the same level as last year. The findings aren’t good news for retailers and government officials who hope to see more consumer spending to drive an economic rebound. Source Link
A new study says fast-paced children’s cartoons aren’t good for pre-schoolers. Researchers found that four-year olds had more problems paying attention and following instructions after watching an action cartoon show versus an educational cartoon. The study used an episode of Nickelodeon’s Spongebob Squarepants and a PBS animated children’s program. Source Link
September 13, 2011
President
Obama’s plan to cover the price tag for his $467 billion economic
stimulus package has a familiar ring to it. The White House wants to pay
the lion’s share of the cost by limiting tax deductions and exemptions
for wealthier Americans and corporations, taxing earnings from
investment fund managers as regular income, and eliminating many oil and
gas industry tax breaks. Source Link
Nearly a half-century later, the world is hearing from First Lady Jackie Kennedy about life in the White House. It’s the first airing of audio interviews that were done in 1964 just after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The recordings that were sealed until now under orders from the former First Lady are the basis for a television special and new book by daughter Caroline Kennedy. Source Link
Researchers say one of the world’s most famous diet programs lives up to its name. A new randomized controlled study shows that those who used Weight Watchers lost twice as much weight as those who used standard weight management care by doctors. The study authors say the low-cost program can be an affordable and effective tool for wide scale efforts to battle obesity. Source Link
Nearly a half-century later, the world is hearing from First Lady Jackie Kennedy about life in the White House. It’s the first airing of audio interviews that were done in 1964 just after President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. The recordings that were sealed until now under orders from the former First Lady are the basis for a television special and new book by daughter Caroline Kennedy. Source Link
Researchers say one of the world’s most famous diet programs lives up to its name. A new randomized controlled study shows that those who used Weight Watchers lost twice as much weight as those who used standard weight management care by doctors. The study authors say the low-cost program can be an affordable and effective tool for wide scale efforts to battle obesity. Source Link
September 12, 2011
Congress
is scrambling to find the money needed to keep federal disaster relief
flowing to hard-hit areas after a year of devastating weather events
that included major blizzards, killer tornadoes, and severe flooding
from hurricanes Irene and Lee. The White House wants over $5 billion to
fund the Federal Emergency Management Agency into the new fiscal year
that starts October 1st. Source Link
Scientists have evidence of what many of us already knew -- moms have that special touch to make it all feel better. Researchers watched as newborn babies had blood drawn while being held closely by mothers and fathers. The babies showed fewer visible signs of pain when they were held by mothers. Source Link
If you’re among the millions who are anxious for the new iPhone to arrive, the wait may be over soon. Cell phone retailers are gearing up for a big event in the first two weeks of October. It’s believed to be the launch of the iPhone 5 on the Sprint network, which will join AT&T and Verizon to offer the world’s biggest-selling smart phone. Source Link
Scientists have evidence of what many of us already knew -- moms have that special touch to make it all feel better. Researchers watched as newborn babies had blood drawn while being held closely by mothers and fathers. The babies showed fewer visible signs of pain when they were held by mothers. Source Link
If you’re among the millions who are anxious for the new iPhone to arrive, the wait may be over soon. Cell phone retailers are gearing up for a big event in the first two weeks of October. It’s believed to be the launch of the iPhone 5 on the Sprint network, which will join AT&T and Verizon to offer the world’s biggest-selling smart phone. Source Link
September 9, 2011
Across
the country, Americans will mark the 10th anniversary of
the September 11th attacks with remembrances and new dedications to the
memory of those who were killed. The events include memorial ceremonies at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania where hijacked airliners
crashed, along with the official opening of the 9/11 Memorial at Ground
Zero in New York. Source Link
Frequent flyers may be able to switch from loafers to lace-ups as one onerous element of airport security could be dropped. The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security says improved technology may mean an end to removing shoes during airport security checks. But Janet Napolitano says the limitation on liquids carried on-board is unlikely to change. Source Link
Can taking out the trash help us stay mentally sharp as we age? A new study found that routine chores like cleaning, doing laundry and running errands expend enough energy to provide exercise that can help prevent mental declines in seniors. Researchers say just about any activity that burns calories could be a benefit in battling dementia. Source Link
Frequent flyers may be able to switch from loafers to lace-ups as one onerous element of airport security could be dropped. The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security says improved technology may mean an end to removing shoes during airport security checks. But Janet Napolitano says the limitation on liquids carried on-board is unlikely to change. Source Link
Can taking out the trash help us stay mentally sharp as we age? A new study found that routine chores like cleaning, doing laundry and running errands expend enough energy to provide exercise that can help prevent mental declines in seniors. Researchers say just about any activity that burns calories could be a benefit in battling dementia. Source Link
September 8, 2011
President
Obama will speak to a joint session of Congress tonight to unveil his
plan to jump-start the lagging economy. It’s expected to include a call
to continue a reduction in Social Security payroll taxes for employees
and a cut in payroll taxes for employers, along with a proposal to pump
hundreds of billions of federal dollars into infrastructure repair
programs. Source Link
On the eve of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, there’s a new online collection showing how television covered that fateful day. The Internet Archive has assembled a timeline of video clips from nearly a dozen TV networks on September 11, 2001 with the live coverage as it began that morning and continued during the attacks in New York and Washington. Source Link
The pro football season that many feared would not happen just a few months ago because of labor strife opens tonight with players, owners and fans all happy to be back in action. The NFL’s 2011 season begins with a marquee contest between the last two teams to win the Super Bowl -- the defending champion Green Bay Packers and the New Orleans Saints. Source Link
On the eve of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, there’s a new online collection showing how television covered that fateful day. The Internet Archive has assembled a timeline of video clips from nearly a dozen TV networks on September 11, 2001 with the live coverage as it began that morning and continued during the attacks in New York and Washington. Source Link
The pro football season that many feared would not happen just a few months ago because of labor strife opens tonight with players, owners and fans all happy to be back in action. The NFL’s 2011 season begins with a marquee contest between the last two teams to win the Super Bowl -- the defending champion Green Bay Packers and the New Orleans Saints. Source Link
September 7, 2011
Americans
will get their first chance to see all the front-runners for the
Republican presidential nomination when they face-off in tonight’s
candidate debate in California. It’s the first debate for Texas governor
Rick Perry, who entered the race last month and is leading in national
polls over former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney and Minnesota
Congresswoman Michele Bachmann. Source Link
If you’re uncomfortable with big needles, there’s a new flu shot option that’s more of a tiny touch than the typical poke in the arm. The Fluzone Intradermal uses a needle that’s just one-tenth of an inch long and is approved for vaccinations for adults. It joins traditional vaccine shots and a needle-free nasal spray in this year’s arsenal of flu fighters. Source Link
If you’re uncomfortable with big needles, there’s a new flu shot option that’s more of a tiny touch than the typical poke in the arm. The Fluzone Intradermal uses a needle that’s just one-tenth of an inch long and is approved for vaccinations for adults. It joins traditional vaccine shots and a needle-free nasal spray in this year’s arsenal of flu fighters. Source Link
There’s a big online auction happening now courtesy of the U.S.Marshals Service. The government is taking bids on a rare 43-karat yellow diamond that was seized from an Ohio businessman who was convicted of money laundering and conspiracy. The online auction is for high rollers only; buyers must post a $180,000 deposit before placing a bid. Source Link
September 6, 2011
Money
woes for the U.S. Postal Service could go from bad to worse soon. The
agency is meeting with members of Congress to ask for legislation to
allow it to cut its workforce, change its retirement system or eliminate
Saturday delivery. Without any changes, some estimates say the Postal
Service could run out of operating cash and shut down by early next
year. Source Link
There’s evidence that the message is beginning to get through about not using antibiotics to treat viral illnesses. The Centers for Disease Control says antibiotic prescriptions for kids have dropped by 10%, as doctors cut back on using antibiotics for sore throats and colds that don’t need them. Faster testing is also helping doctors know when an antibiotic is needed. Source Link
Space junk that’s orbiting above the Earth may seem like a faraway problem, but experts say the trash at 20,000 miles up needs to be taken out before it takes out something important. Thousands of pieces of natural and man-made debris threaten to collide with spacecraft and could damage communications satellites. A clean-up won’t be easy and would require international cooperation. Source Link
There’s evidence that the message is beginning to get through about not using antibiotics to treat viral illnesses. The Centers for Disease Control says antibiotic prescriptions for kids have dropped by 10%, as doctors cut back on using antibiotics for sore throats and colds that don’t need them. Faster testing is also helping doctors know when an antibiotic is needed. Source Link
Space junk that’s orbiting above the Earth may seem like a faraway problem, but experts say the trash at 20,000 miles up needs to be taken out before it takes out something important. Thousands of pieces of natural and man-made debris threaten to collide with spacecraft and could damage communications satellites. A clean-up won’t be easy and would require international cooperation. Source Link
September 2, 2011
The
aftermath of Hurricane Irene threatens to add economic insult to the
physical injury done in places like Vermont. Barely 1% of households
there have federal flood insurance, meaning much the cost of clean-up
and rebuilding could fall on homeowners. Some estimates put the total
damages from Irene at $7 billion and only 40% of that will be covered by
insurance. Source Link
Giving your heart to your spouse turns out to be a great way to keep your heart healthy. A new study shows that happily married people who undergo coronary bypass surgery are more than three times as likely to be alive 15 years later. Researchers say marital satisfaction is as important to survival after bypass surgery as risk factors like tobacco use, obesity, and high blood pressure. Source Link
3-D glasses are a bit geeky, but the latest offering from Sony takes the strange headgear to a whole new level. It’s a personal 3-D theater in a wrap-around visor that creates the multidimensional effect for individual viewing of 3-D movies and video. The personal 3-D viewer will debut in Japan for under $800 and could be available here in time for holiday gift-giving. Source Link
Giving your heart to your spouse turns out to be a great way to keep your heart healthy. A new study shows that happily married people who undergo coronary bypass surgery are more than three times as likely to be alive 15 years later. Researchers say marital satisfaction is as important to survival after bypass surgery as risk factors like tobacco use, obesity, and high blood pressure. Source Link
3-D glasses are a bit geeky, but the latest offering from Sony takes the strange headgear to a whole new level. It’s a personal 3-D theater in a wrap-around visor that creates the multidimensional effect for individual viewing of 3-D movies and video. The personal 3-D viewer will debut in Japan for under $800 and could be available here in time for holiday gift-giving. Source Link
September 1, 2011
The
U.S. Justice Department is filing suit to block AT&T's planned
merger with T-Mobile. The government says that the $39 billion
acquisition of No. 4 T-Mobile by No. 2 AT&T would reduce competition
and result in tens of millions of consumers facing higher prices for
cell phone service, with fewer choices and lower quality products.
Source Link
It looks as if the rush to buy flat-screen TV’s has slowed to a crawl. A new report says only 13% of Americans plan to purchase a new television in the next 12 months. The same survey shows the biggest TV isn’t always the most popular model. Nearly four out of ten new televisions sold are the under-30-inch size, as those have the most competitive prices. Source Link
The 2011 college football season kicks off tonight with over a dozen games among Division 1-A schools. Week One stretches through Monday and most contests are tune-ups for the Top 25 squads. Two exceptions are the Saturday face-offs between No. 3 Oregon and No. 4 L.S.U. and No. 5 Boise State versus 19th-ranked Georgia. Source Link
It looks as if the rush to buy flat-screen TV’s has slowed to a crawl. A new report says only 13% of Americans plan to purchase a new television in the next 12 months. The same survey shows the biggest TV isn’t always the most popular model. Nearly four out of ten new televisions sold are the under-30-inch size, as those have the most competitive prices. Source Link
The 2011 college football season kicks off tonight with over a dozen games among Division 1-A schools. Week One stretches through Monday and most contests are tune-ups for the Top 25 squads. Two exceptions are the Saturday face-offs between No. 3 Oregon and No. 4 L.S.U. and No. 5 Boise State versus 19th-ranked Georgia. Source Link
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