July 10, 2012

If you’re wondering what global warming looks like, just glance back at the wild weather of the past two weeks. Scientists who study the climate say extreme heat, drought, severe storms and heavy downpours are all the kinds of weather events to expect. But none are ready to say that the recent extreme weather is definitely the result of global warming. Source Link

When it comes to whether your kids will be active or couch potatoes when they're older, experts say it’s up to you, and it doesn’t take much to make the difference. One study found that just an extra half-hour of TV per day for toddlers can set the stage for less long-term physical activity. And researchers say that overall, most young children are sitting for too long each day. Source Link

Samsung, Apple and Microsoft are doing battle on both the tablet and smart phone platforms, and now another big name in tech may be joining the fight. Bloomberg News reports that Amazon is working with a Chinese manufacturer on its own smart phone model to carry the Amazon name. The phone would run on the Android system. Source Link