When
it comes to telling the truth in text messages, a new study says don’t
take their word for it. Researchers found that people were more likely
to lie in a text message than in an audio or video chat or a
face-to-face talk. Participants felt more comfortable hiding the truth
through texts, while those that are lied to this way got the most upset.
Source Link
The
pecking order of America’s top cell phone carriers will stay the same
in 2012 after number-two AT&T has dropped its $39 billion plan to
take over number-four T-Mobile. It comes away with a $4 billion breakup
fee that was to be paid by AT&T if the merger fell through. The
parent company of T-Mobile is still looking for a buyer for the smallest
of the Big Four carriers. Source Link
A
teenager’s music video that made the last day of the work week infamous
holds the title of the most-watched YouTube video of 2011. Rebecca
Black’s “Friday” had 180 million views from lovers and haters alike. The
second most popular video featured a dog who voiced reactions to his
owner taunting him with food. Source Link
December 29, 2011
A
new study reveals that 20 million Americans see their dentist more
often than their doctor, and that has some suggesting that dentists
could be a first line of defense against chronic illness. A routine
dental examination could include a patient’s health history, a blood
pressure check and other observations to detect the risk for conditions
such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Source Link
Whether it’s a Kindle or a Nook, there were plenty of affordable e-readers under the Christmas tree this year as prices dropped to all-time lows. But while the prices for e-reader devices have been falling, the price of e-books has been rising. And now the U.S Justice Department is investigating possible anti-competitive practices involving e-book sales. Source Link
What’s in the crystal ball for the year 2016? The folks at IBM think we’ll see a world where mind reading is no longer science fiction. It’s on their annual list of five predictions that could come true in five years. Among the other predictions is that passwords could become obsolete as biometric devices will be able to identify you without the need to remember those strings of numbers and letters. Source Link
Whether it’s a Kindle or a Nook, there were plenty of affordable e-readers under the Christmas tree this year as prices dropped to all-time lows. But while the prices for e-reader devices have been falling, the price of e-books has been rising. And now the U.S Justice Department is investigating possible anti-competitive practices involving e-book sales. Source Link
What’s in the crystal ball for the year 2016? The folks at IBM think we’ll see a world where mind reading is no longer science fiction. It’s on their annual list of five predictions that could come true in five years. Among the other predictions is that passwords could become obsolete as biometric devices will be able to identify you without the need to remember those strings of numbers and letters. Source Link
December 28, 2011
Could
the alternative to reading glasses be found in an eye implant that’s
the size of a grain of salt? The tiny corneal implant can restore near
vision in many cases and can be used in combination with Lasik surgery
that corrects distance vision. The new implant could be available in the
U.S. next year. Source Link
A new scientific study shows you don’t really get much bang for the extra bucks you lay out for that 3-D movie. Researchers say subjects who watched a 3-D version of a movie found it no more memorable or exciting than those who watched the same movie in 2-D. But 3-D moviegoers were three times more likely to report headaches or eye strain. 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
A new scientific study shows you don’t really get much bang for the extra bucks you lay out for that 3-D movie. Researchers say subjects who watched a 3-D version of a movie found it no more memorable or exciting than those who watched the same movie in 2-D. But 3-D moviegoers were three times more likely to report headaches or eye strain. 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
December 23, 2011
The
government’s space agency is making it official -- 2012 will not bring
a doomsday event from the skies. NASA says there is no threatening star
close enough to Earth to go supernova and cause such a disaster. The
latest doomsday rumor involves predictions that a rare stellar explosion
in December 2012 would wipe out life on Earth. Source Link
It’s
every teenager’s dream to blame their oversleeping on their parents,
and it may be true. European scientists have found a particular gene
that increases the average length of nightly sleep by half an hour. The
researchers hope the discovery will help in the development of new sleep
aids. Source Link
December 22, 2011
The
happy medium between stay-at-home and full-time work seems to be the
best way to make for happier moms. A new long-term study shows that
mothers who worked part-time when they had young children enjoyed better
overall health and fewer signs of depression.
The part-time working moms were also better at dealing with their
children than full-time workers or full-time mothers. Source Link
The dream of launching a network to provide nationwide wireless high-speed internet service is turning into a nightmare as the technology conflicts with a mainstay of everyday life. Federal officials say testing shows the proposed service would interfere with signals from GPS satellites that provide navigation, locate cell phones and keep aircraft on-course. Source Link
A British singing sensation whose old soulful talent doesn’t match her young age was the biggest seller on iTunes in 2011. 23-year old Adele had the year’s top-selling single, top-selling album and was named the iTunes Artist of the Year. Her single "Rolling in the Deep" took the honors for the number-one song on the 2011 iTunes Rewind List. Source Link
The dream of launching a network to provide nationwide wireless high-speed internet service is turning into a nightmare as the technology conflicts with a mainstay of everyday life. Federal officials say testing shows the proposed service would interfere with signals from GPS satellites that provide navigation, locate cell phones and keep aircraft on-course. Source Link
A British singing sensation whose old soulful talent doesn’t match her young age was the biggest seller on iTunes in 2011. 23-year old Adele had the year’s top-selling single, top-selling album and was named the iTunes Artist of the Year. Her single "Rolling in the Deep" took the honors for the number-one song on the 2011 iTunes Rewind List. Source Link
December 21, 2011
The
giving spirit that we see so much during the holiday season is also
good for the body. A new study shows that people who give to others,
whether its money or other assistance, tend to have longer lives. The
benefits come from giving to friends, relatives, and neighbors, and for
individuals who provide emotional support to their spouse. Source Link
You can expect to be hearing less of TV commercials. The Federal Communications Commission has set new guidelines to ensure that the volume level of television commercials is no louder than the program itself. Congress passed a law to regulate the volume on loud TV commercials, which has been one of the top complaints for many years. Source Link
A new Japanese prototype may solve the problem of electric cars not having enough mileage range between recharges. The SIM-LEI can go more than 200 miles on a single charge and accelerates from zero to 60 in 4.8 seconds. The car uses individual electric motors on each wheel, rather than a main electric-powered drivetrain. Source Link
You can expect to be hearing less of TV commercials. The Federal Communications Commission has set new guidelines to ensure that the volume level of television commercials is no louder than the program itself. Congress passed a law to regulate the volume on loud TV commercials, which has been one of the top complaints for many years. Source Link
A new Japanese prototype may solve the problem of electric cars not having enough mileage range between recharges. The SIM-LEI can go more than 200 miles on a single charge and accelerates from zero to 60 in 4.8 seconds. The car uses individual electric motors on each wheel, rather than a main electric-powered drivetrain. Source Link
December 20, 2011
More
people are doing their holiday shopping without buying a thing, as the
sales of virtual gifts like e-books and music, movie and game downloads
are rising. A survey shows that twice as many shoppers who are stuffing
those stockings with virtual gifts say they’ll spend more this year, as
compared to those who give physical gifts to others. Source Link
Thanks to congressional deal-making, the 100-watt light bulb could be lasting longer than expected. Part of the budget bargain struck last week delays the ban on sales of 100-watt light bulbs from January 1st until October. The energy-saving measure drew heat from conservatives who said government has no business dictating light bulb use. Source Link
Trying to avoid those sweet treats at laid out on holiday trays at the office this week? Then take a hike. Researchers found that workers who took a 15-minute walk were less likely to snack on chocolate that was available to them. The candy bar and other sweets are often the go-to choice for workers who want to deal with stress or boredom on the job. Source Link
Thanks to congressional deal-making, the 100-watt light bulb could be lasting longer than expected. Part of the budget bargain struck last week delays the ban on sales of 100-watt light bulbs from January 1st until October. The energy-saving measure drew heat from conservatives who said government has no business dictating light bulb use. Source Link
Trying to avoid those sweet treats at laid out on holiday trays at the office this week? Then take a hike. Researchers found that workers who took a 15-minute walk were less likely to snack on chocolate that was available to them. The candy bar and other sweets are often the go-to choice for workers who want to deal with stress or boredom on the job. Source Link
December 19, 2011
It’s
less than one week until Christmas, but don’t expect to see anxious
parents battling it out in the store for that hard-to-find, must-have
toy. A survey shows more than half of parents say there isn’t a new hot
toy this holiday season. There are some shortages as retailers have been
careful to limit toy orders after being left with overstock last year.
Source Link
Is a used car on your holiday shopping list? Maybe it should be as a new report says prices for used cars typically drop to their lowest point right around the New Year. But the same report says don’t put off that purchase of pre-owned wheels, because used car prices will rise again by mid-February. Source Link
If you wear contact lenses, you’re probably not following guidelines for proper care. A new study shows that only one-percent of wearers comply with recommended hygiene steps like washing hands before inserting or removing lenses, and those bad habits increase the risk of eye infections. Many others wear their contact lenses longer than they should before replacing them. Source Link
Is a used car on your holiday shopping list? Maybe it should be as a new report says prices for used cars typically drop to their lowest point right around the New Year. But the same report says don’t put off that purchase of pre-owned wheels, because used car prices will rise again by mid-February. Source Link
If you wear contact lenses, you’re probably not following guidelines for proper care. A new study shows that only one-percent of wearers comply with recommended hygiene steps like washing hands before inserting or removing lenses, and those bad habits increase the risk of eye infections. Many others wear their contact lenses longer than they should before replacing them. Source Link
December 16, 2011
The
U.S. war in Iraq has officially ended after nearly a decade of fighting
that killed 4,500 American service members and cost the nation nearly
$800 billion. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta said the it was worth
the price because the effort put Iraq on the path to democracy. More
than 100,000 Iraqis have been killed since the U.S. invasion in 2003. Source Link
For college football fans, it’s time to go “bowling” as the post-season begins this weekend with in games in New Mexico, Idaho and New Orleans. In all, there will be 35 bowl games over the next three and a half weeks, ending up back in the Big Easy on January 9th with the BCS National Championship game that pits LSU against Alabama. Source Link
You don’t need a hit film or a great performance to get your own Oscar. One of the famous statuettes is going to the highest bidder next week when a Los Angeles broker will sell the Oscar awarded to Orson Welles for writing the 1941 classic “Citizen Kane.” Today’s Oscar winners are prohibited from selling their awards to the public. Source Link
For college football fans, it’s time to go “bowling” as the post-season begins this weekend with in games in New Mexico, Idaho and New Orleans. In all, there will be 35 bowl games over the next three and a half weeks, ending up back in the Big Easy on January 9th with the BCS National Championship game that pits LSU against Alabama. Source Link
You don’t need a hit film or a great performance to get your own Oscar. One of the famous statuettes is going to the highest bidder next week when a Los Angeles broker will sell the Oscar awarded to Orson Welles for writing the 1941 classic “Citizen Kane.” Today’s Oscar winners are prohibited from selling their awards to the public. Source Link
December 15, 2011
If
the government’s top highway safety investigators have their way,
you’ll be turning off the cell phone every time you turn the key to
start your car. The National Transportation Safety Board says texting,
emailing or chatting while driving is simply too dangerous to be
allowed. The NTSB is urging states to impose total bans on cell phone
use except in emergencies. Source Link
Facebook has a new feature to make it easier for users to get help for online friends whose posts indicate they may be contemplating suicide. The option alerts counselors at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline who can begin a live chat. Officials say many people in crisis aren’t comfortable calling the service themselves to ask for help. Source Link
Could being a married person put you in the minority in America? It’s almost to that point as new census figures show only 51-percent of American adults are married. A half-century ago, nearly three out of four adults were married. The downward trend could continue; among adults under 30, about four out of ten say they don’t believe they’ll ever exchange wedding vows. Source Link
Facebook has a new feature to make it easier for users to get help for online friends whose posts indicate they may be contemplating suicide. The option alerts counselors at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline who can begin a live chat. Officials say many people in crisis aren’t comfortable calling the service themselves to ask for help. Source Link
Could being a married person put you in the minority in America? It’s almost to that point as new census figures show only 51-percent of American adults are married. A half-century ago, nearly three out of four adults were married. The downward trend could continue; among adults under 30, about four out of ten say they don’t believe they’ll ever exchange wedding vows. Source Link
December 14, 2011
America’s
health report card gives the nation better marks for battling major
illness but a failing effort in fighting fat. Smoking rates and heart
disease are down, but obesity, diabetes and children living in poverty
are all on the rise in the U.S. America’s healthiest state was Vermont,
while Mississippi was at the bottom of the list. Source Link
The items that made up a lifetime as a fashion icon are on the auction block as the collection of Elizabeth Taylor is being sold to the highest bidders. Christie’s in New York is hosting the sales of jewelry, clothing, and memorabilia from the legendary actress. Some online auctions are part of the event that could bring in $50 million. Source Link
If writing a 500-word essay seems like too much work to earn a scholarship, how about 140 characters? Several college scholarship programs are asking applicants to submit Twitter messages instead of the traditional essay. It’s an effort to bring creativity back to a format in which many longer essays seem to lack originality. Source Link
The items that made up a lifetime as a fashion icon are on the auction block as the collection of Elizabeth Taylor is being sold to the highest bidders. Christie’s in New York is hosting the sales of jewelry, clothing, and memorabilia from the legendary actress. Some online auctions are part of the event that could bring in $50 million. Source Link
If writing a 500-word essay seems like too much work to earn a scholarship, how about 140 characters? Several college scholarship programs are asking applicants to submit Twitter messages instead of the traditional essay. It’s an effort to bring creativity back to a format in which many longer essays seem to lack originality. Source Link
December 13, 2011
The
message isn’t getting through to drivers who are now texting behind the
wheel more than ever. A new survey shows about one out of 100 drivers
on the road right now are sending text messages or emails while driving.
And nearly half of all drivers between 21 and 24 admit to texting or
emailing while driving, but most say it’s only dangerous when someone
else does it. Source Link
The folks who run the nation’s brick-and-mortar stores aren’t happy with a new effort by the America’s biggest online retailer to poach their customers. The Retail Industry Leaders Association is slamming Amazon.Com for launching a new smartphone app that makes it easy to use bar codes to comparison shop in stores and get a 5% percent discount when you buy the item from Amazon. Source Link
When it comes to living a long life, a new study suggests that being fit is more important than worrying about if you’re getting fat. Researchers found that men who maintained or raised their fitness level were less likely to die. It was true even if their weight increased compared to men whose fitness levels dropped over time. Source Link
The folks who run the nation’s brick-and-mortar stores aren’t happy with a new effort by the America’s biggest online retailer to poach their customers. The Retail Industry Leaders Association is slamming Amazon.Com for launching a new smartphone app that makes it easy to use bar codes to comparison shop in stores and get a 5% percent discount when you buy the item from Amazon. Source Link
When it comes to living a long life, a new study suggests that being fit is more important than worrying about if you’re getting fat. Researchers found that men who maintained or raised their fitness level were less likely to die. It was true even if their weight increased compared to men whose fitness levels dropped over time. Source Link
December 12, 2011
The
FDA and the Federal Trade Commission are taking action against several
companies selling over-the-counter HCG products that falsely and
illegally claim to promote weight loss. The products
including oral drops, pellets, and sprays are promoted for use along
with a strict diet as low as 500 calories a day. No form of HCG has been
approved for weight loss. Source Link
When
it comes to wearing braces, there’s a new way to shake things up and
cut the time it takes to get that straighter smile. Regulators have
approved a vibrating mouthpiece that when used for 20 minutes a day
speeds up the realignment of teeth and can cut in half the time that
braces must be worn. The AcceleDent device should be available in the
U.S. in January. Source Link
December 9, 2011
That
candy bar or energy shot may not be the best way to beat the 3-o-clock
slump. New research suggests that it’s protein and not sugar that
activates the cells responsible for keeping us awake. That means a cup
of yogurt or a peanut butter cracker is a better bet for beating mid-day
sleepiness. Source Link
It’s the fear of every local retailer - shoppers who check out the product in their store and then head to the Internet to make the purchase from an online seller. A new survey says it happens often in bookstores. As many as 40-percent of book buyers admit to having sampled a title in a local bookstore, but then bought it online. Source Link
Will the newest name in online video be one of the biggest names in phones? A Reuters News report says Verizon is getting ready to launch its own Netflix-style online streaming service that would be available nationwide. The new service could include many of the Hollywood titles currently offered by Netflix, along with programming from TV and cable networks. Source Link
It’s the fear of every local retailer - shoppers who check out the product in their store and then head to the Internet to make the purchase from an online seller. A new survey says it happens often in bookstores. As many as 40-percent of book buyers admit to having sampled a title in a local bookstore, but then bought it online. Source Link
Will the newest name in online video be one of the biggest names in phones? A Reuters News report says Verizon is getting ready to launch its own Netflix-style online streaming service that would be available nationwide. The new service could include many of the Hollywood titles currently offered by Netflix, along with programming from TV and cable networks. Source Link
December 8, 2011
It’s
a repeat performance not to be proud of. For the second year in a row,
AT&T has been rated the worst cell phone carrier by readers of
Consumer Reports magazine for poor call quality and customer service.
Verizon had the highest score among major carriers and the top spot in
the survey went to the senior-friendly Consumer Cellular. Source Link
A new study offers a wake-up call for parents of pre-schoolers amid America’s epidemic of obesity. Nearly 40-percent of kindergartners in the study weighed-in at or near the overweight range. That’s nearly double the percentage of a generation ago. And by third grade, almost half of the youngsters were overweight, or near to it. Source Link
Lack of a high school education can cost plenty in smaller paychecks over a lifetime, but what does it cost taxpayers? A new study says each high school dropout costs the taxpayer about $1,500 a year because they are more likely to need government benefits or are in prison. Dropouts also contribute less in taxes because they earn about half that of high school graduates. Source Link
A new study offers a wake-up call for parents of pre-schoolers amid America’s epidemic of obesity. Nearly 40-percent of kindergartners in the study weighed-in at or near the overweight range. That’s nearly double the percentage of a generation ago. And by third grade, almost half of the youngsters were overweight, or near to it. Source Link
Lack of a high school education can cost plenty in smaller paychecks over a lifetime, but what does it cost taxpayers? A new study says each high school dropout costs the taxpayer about $1,500 a year because they are more likely to need government benefits or are in prison. Dropouts also contribute less in taxes because they earn about half that of high school graduates. Source Link
December 7, 2011
They’re
the kinds of stories that often make the headlines, but a new national
survey says the number of teenagers using cell phones to send X-rated
photos isn’t that many. Only about one of out of 100 teens said they’d
ever sent photos graphic enough to violate child pornography laws. And
in about one-third of those cases, alcohol or drug use was a factor in
the “sexting” incidents. Source Link
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that led America into World War Two. Some survivors of “the day that will live in infamy” are gathering in Hawaii to mark the moment on December 7th, 1941 when the air attack on U.S. Naval base began. Many branches of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association have disbanded as old age and death have taken their toll on the ranks. Source Link
The ‘Beebs” is now the king of Internet searches, besting Queen Kim for the title of the most asked-about person on the information superhighway. The search engine Bing says singer Justin Bieber leads their Top 10 list for 2011, passing reality star and short-term wife Kim Kardashian. Bieber was the only male in the tally of those with the most search inquiries. Source Link
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that led America into World War Two. Some survivors of “the day that will live in infamy” are gathering in Hawaii to mark the moment on December 7th, 1941 when the air attack on U.S. Naval base began. Many branches of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association have disbanded as old age and death have taken their toll on the ranks. Source Link
The ‘Beebs” is now the king of Internet searches, besting Queen Kim for the title of the most asked-about person on the information superhighway. The search engine Bing says singer Justin Bieber leads their Top 10 list for 2011, passing reality star and short-term wife Kim Kardashian. Bieber was the only male in the tally of those with the most search inquiries. Source Link
December 6, 2011
The
days of mailing a letter across town in one day may be over. The Postal
Service says it will close nearly half of its processing centers to cut
costs, meaning mail will have to travel further within the system. The
change next spring could be bad news for those who get daily newspapers
or weekly magazines delivered in the mail, as well as those who mail
their bill payments. Source Link
Technology isn’t helping in the age-old battle against the schoolyard bully. A new survey shows one out of four high schoolers admit to being bullied at school, and 16-percent say they’re victims of cyberbullying. About half of those also report suffering from symptoms of depression. Girls tend to favor the electronic form of harassment, versus boys who are more likely to engage in physical bullying. Source Link
Is this the answer for kids whose short attention spans don’t match the big price tags on today’s toys? A new company is offering toy rental. With the subscription service at toygaroo.com, you pay a monthly fee for a selection of toys that you can keep until the fun wears off. Then you send the toys back and order new ones for delivery. Source Link
Technology isn’t helping in the age-old battle against the schoolyard bully. A new survey shows one out of four high schoolers admit to being bullied at school, and 16-percent say they’re victims of cyberbullying. About half of those also report suffering from symptoms of depression. Girls tend to favor the electronic form of harassment, versus boys who are more likely to engage in physical bullying. Source Link
Is this the answer for kids whose short attention spans don’t match the big price tags on today’s toys? A new company is offering toy rental. With the subscription service at toygaroo.com, you pay a monthly fee for a selection of toys that you can keep until the fun wears off. Then you send the toys back and order new ones for delivery. Source Link
December 5, 2011
Could
a cure for kid’s ear infections be as simple as opening a pack of
sugarless gum? New research shows the natural sweetener xylitol can curb
the growth of bacteria in the mouth that contributes to middle ear
infections which lead to 16 million doctor visits each year in the
United States. Source Link
Maybe your Facebook friends give you a warm feeling, but what if it was the computer itself that kept you toasty all winter long? Researchers say it’s feasible to use heat given off from a unit containing dozens of computer servers to take the place of a home furnace. Companies that host giant computing centers could put the smaller server units in homes to distribute the computing work and the heat. Source Link
McGruff is ready to take a bite out of a new kind of crime. The trenchcoated cartoon crime fighter is now targeting counterfeit goods to discourage consumers from buying fake brands. The ad campaign from the National Crime Prevention Council aims to cut into the sales of counterfeit prescription drugs, designer fashions and electronics. Source Link
December 2, 2011
If
getting a good night’s sleep just doesn’t add up for you, remember this
number -- 150. A new study says getting 150 minutes of moderate
exercise per week can improve the quality of sleep up to 65-percent and
prevent mid-day sleepiness. About one-third of Americans say they have
trouble falling asleep at night or have daytime grogginess. Source Link
Many of America’s youngsters are riding dangerously when they’re in the car. A new report shows about one-third of those surveyed say they use regular seat belts to secure their 4-to-9 year-olds, and three-fourths don’t fit properly because of improper lap or shoulder belt positioning. Incorrect seat belt positioning can lead to serious injuries for young children in a car crash. Source Link
Does this sound familiar to you -- a password like “123456,” “qwerty” or “abc123?” If so, you need to change it fast. Those are among the 25 worst passwords of 2011. The new list also includes such easy-to-steal combinations as “654321”, letmein” and of course, “password.” Source Link
Many of America’s youngsters are riding dangerously when they’re in the car. A new report shows about one-third of those surveyed say they use regular seat belts to secure their 4-to-9 year-olds, and three-fourths don’t fit properly because of improper lap or shoulder belt positioning. Incorrect seat belt positioning can lead to serious injuries for young children in a car crash. Source Link
Does this sound familiar to you -- a password like “123456,” “qwerty” or “abc123?” If so, you need to change it fast. Those are among the 25 worst passwords of 2011. The new list also includes such easy-to-steal combinations as “654321”, letmein” and of course, “password.” Source Link
December 1, 2011
A
once-great auto manufacturing city that fell on hard economic times has
been taken over by the state of Michigan. The city of Flint will be run
by an emergency financial manager who reports to Michigan governor Rick
Snyder. There are fears that the city of Detroit could be next for a
state takeover because of its ongoing financial crisis. Source Link
It’s the opposite of a baby boom as new census figures show many more Americans are living into their 90s. In fact, the population of 90-somethings has nearly tripled in the past 30 years. The new longevity has a downside, as people live longer with chronic diseases and must have more savings to support them in their older age or need more government support. Source Link
Forget about burger wars -- the french fry is on the front lines of the battle for your fast food dollar. Burger King is stepping into the fray with a new french fry that’s thicker and crispier than the competition. McDonald’s has the top-rated french fries, and Wendy’s recently debuted a natural-cut fry that keeps some of the potato skin and uses sea salt. Source Link
It’s the opposite of a baby boom as new census figures show many more Americans are living into their 90s. In fact, the population of 90-somethings has nearly tripled in the past 30 years. The new longevity has a downside, as people live longer with chronic diseases and must have more savings to support them in their older age or need more government support. Source Link
Forget about burger wars -- the french fry is on the front lines of the battle for your fast food dollar. Burger King is stepping into the fray with a new french fry that’s thicker and crispier than the competition. McDonald’s has the top-rated french fries, and Wendy’s recently debuted a natural-cut fry that keeps some of the potato skin and uses sea salt. Source Link
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