Player
representatives from the 30 NBA teams are meeting in New York to
consider what’s been called the “final” contract offer from owners that
could salvage the 2011-2012 season. The deal that’s on the table
includes a 50-50 split of revenues between owners and players. If the
players union accepts the contract, the season could begin by December
15th. Source Link
A
program that provides discount broadband Internet service to low-income
homes with school-aged children is going nationwide. America’s cable
companies have agreed to offer the $9.95 a month service to any
household with children who qualify for free school lunches. The
Connect-To-Compete program that starts next year will also offer
low-cost computers to households that qualify. Source Link
Could
your desk job be considered a health risk? New research has found that
sitting for more than six hours a day was linked with an increased risk
of mortality, even if you exercise regularly. The good news is that
reducing your sitting time by just 10-percent with walking and stand-up
breaks can improve bone density, reduce tight leg muscles and help
you burn more calories. Source Link
