Bread and Circuses
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:43:00 -0700
With the economy reeling, the recession threatening to turn into a depression, the Dow in the toilet, the national debt at record levels, joblessness and foreclosures spiking . . . I for one am glad that a senior member of the Senate Finance Committee (as well as Taxation and Judiciary, among other committees) is focused on what really matters. Namely, making sure once and for all that we Americans get a better system of determining quien es mas macho in college football. From the Deser
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Everything new on jobs for teens
G-20 finance ministers exhort central banks to be aggressive (Express India)
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:52:41 -0700
Voicing concern over the global recession, G-20 finance ministers have asked their central banks to adopt aggressive and unconventional monetary policies to ensure price stability and restore growth.
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:52:41 -0700
Voicing concern over the global recession, G-20 finance ministers have asked their central banks to adopt aggressive and unconventional monetary policies to ensure price stability and restore growth.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
advanced life support in the news
I’m like a bird
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 15:42:13 -0700
I’ll only fly away. This is apparently a rendering of a Ayahuasca vision. I guess you had to be there?Thus, true to form, I’m outta here. Leaving on a jet plane, and headed north via Atlanta. At least in theory.Bad weather seems to be chasing me, and the flight is already quite delayed. I’ve been switched over to an earlier departure (also delayed two hours, but leaving only an hour later than my original flight, if that makes sense), which is keeping me optimistic. I’m trying to think positive
OfficePOD is a garden sanctuary for telecommuters
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 09:41:06 -0700
As companies look for every possible way to save money, more office workers than ever are being asked to telecommute, doing their work from a computer at home. Not having to drag your rear end into an office each day might sound appealing at first, but many telecommuters find that there are many distractions at home, from noisy pets to the kids arriving home after school, that make getting any work done a challenge. By providing a space specifically designed for work that's completely separat
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 15:42:13 -0700
I’ll only fly away. This is apparently a rendering of a Ayahuasca vision. I guess you had to be there?Thus, true to form, I’m outta here. Leaving on a jet plane, and headed north via Atlanta. At least in theory.Bad weather seems to be chasing me, and the flight is already quite delayed. I’ve been switched over to an earlier departure (also delayed two hours, but leaving only an hour later than my original flight, if that makes sense), which is keeping me optimistic. I’m trying to think positive
OfficePOD is a garden sanctuary for telecommuters
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 09:41:06 -0700
As companies look for every possible way to save money, more office workers than ever are being asked to telecommute, doing their work from a computer at home. Not having to drag your rear end into an office each day might sound appealing at first, but many telecommuters find that there are many distractions at home, from noisy pets to the kids arriving home after school, that make getting any work done a challenge. By providing a space specifically designed for work that's completely separat
square pants in the news
New eco-friendly Humane Society building captures goodness for pets and humans (San Jose Mercury News)
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:49:06 -0700
The Humane Society's $25 million eco-friendly Animal Community Center is filled with sunlit 'gallerias' and cathedral-like 'reflection centers,' in place of the cramped metal cages and pervading sense of sadness at the organization's current quarters.
Lana Clarkson’s Life and Death OnThe Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:40:00 -0700
Venice, CA —In a tiny cottage here lived Lana Clarkson . She was a great looking glamorous lady. She sought work as an actress/entertainer with limited success. In Hollywood you either have an agent or you are unemployed. Agents are difficult to obtain even for very talented people. Clarkson needed an agent. Lana Clarkson was not particularly talented but talent is not a requirement to make it in this town if you have the looks. There is no formula, but getting famous before your famous
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:49:06 -0700
The Humane Society's $25 million eco-friendly Animal Community Center is filled with sunlit 'gallerias' and cathedral-like 'reflection centers,' in place of the cramped metal cages and pervading sense of sadness at the organization's current quarters.
Lana Clarkson’s Life and Death OnThe Boulevard Of Broken Dreams
Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:40:00 -0700
Venice, CA —In a tiny cottage here lived Lana Clarkson . She was a great looking glamorous lady. She sought work as an actress/entertainer with limited success. In Hollywood you either have an agent or you are unemployed. Agents are difficult to obtain even for very talented people. Clarkson needed an agent. Lana Clarkson was not particularly talented but talent is not a requirement to make it in this town if you have the looks. There is no formula, but getting famous before your famous
Friday, March 27, 2009
What you need to know about betsey johnson handbag
Pancakes, Politics and Protests (FOX 2 News Detroit)
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:50:34 -0700
Governor Jennifer Granholm addressed many issues facing Michigan at this morning's Pancakes and Politics breakfast at the Detroit Athletic Club. This as folks gathered to protest her stance on Cobo's renovation.
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:10 -0700
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine - you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with cats kept indoors. Even though it is a very annoying problem, it’s a problem that can be solved. Goldfish Posted By : fish expert Goldfish are now no longer restricted to royalty, being kept by the common people
Vermont Senate Passes Gay Marriage Bill 26-4
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:16:16 -0700
The Vermont Senate voted 26-4 today in favor of the same-sex marriage bill. The bill now moves to the House for debate this week and next. Governor Jim Douglas has already said that he intends to veto the bill. However, with strong support in the Senate and possibly the House, a veto override is highly possible.
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:50:34 -0700
Governor Jennifer Granholm addressed many issues facing Michigan at this morning's Pancakes and Politics breakfast at the Detroit Athletic Club. This as folks gathered to protest her stance on Cobo's renovation.
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:10 -0700
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine - you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with cats kept indoors. Even though it is a very annoying problem, it’s a problem that can be solved. Goldfish Posted By : fish expert Goldfish are now no longer restricted to royalty, being kept by the common people
Vermont Senate Passes Gay Marriage Bill 26-4
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:16:16 -0700
The Vermont Senate voted 26-4 today in favor of the same-sex marriage bill. The bill now moves to the House for debate this week and next. Governor Jim Douglas has already said that he intends to veto the bill. However, with strong support in the Senate and possibly the House, a veto override is highly possible.
Everything new on barbie in the nutcracker
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:10 -0700
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine - you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with cats kept indoors. Even though it is a very annoying problem, it’s a problem that can be solved. Goldfish Posted By : fish expert Goldfish are now no longer restricted to royalty, being kept by the common people
Cane Toads As Means To Riches
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:00:00 -0700
Cairns, Australia, is marking Toad Day Out this weekend. Cane toads are a pest, and there's a $50 Australian award for the capture of living cane toads, which were introduced from Hawaii and have devastated wildlife and hurt pets for 75 years. It might be a moneymaking proposition.
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:10 -0700
How To Stop Your Cat From Urinating Everywhere Posted By : Jadon Sluck Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine - you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with cats kept indoors. Even though it is a very annoying problem, it’s a problem that can be solved. Goldfish Posted By : fish expert Goldfish are now no longer restricted to royalty, being kept by the common people
Cane Toads As Means To Riches
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:00:00 -0700
Cairns, Australia, is marking Toad Day Out this weekend. Cane toads are a pest, and there's a $50 Australian award for the capture of living cane toads, which were introduced from Hawaii and have devastated wildlife and hurt pets for 75 years. It might be a moneymaking proposition.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
subscription music services in the news
What are pets good for other than companionship, smelling funny, and dying?
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:00:45 -0700
Mar.26, 2009 in UncategorizedADVERTISEMENTSI used to like pets, dont have any now though, and i lost the reasoning behind peoples motives to possess animals. Im not with peta or any other scary organization but i kinda feel that animals should be allowed to live in freedom, for all the good pet owners out there, youve got guys like michael vick and other dogfighting football players and those who treat their animals even worse, i think itd be better to just make owning animals illegal, but i gue
A New Voice In Politics. Guaranteed Fresh.
Mon, 02 Aug 2004 00:00:01 -0700
Can your pet make you sick?
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:14:55 -0700
There’s no way around it: pets make our lives better and they make them healthier. People with pets have lower blood pressure, lower stress levels, and recover more quickly from illness, inury, heart attack, and surgery. We don’t always return the favor, either. It’s thanks to humans that dogs like my Borzoi, Kyrie, get colonized by drug resistant bacteria like MRSA and MRSI. But sometimes, yes, it’s true: your pets can make you sick, too. AOL Health’s Ashley Neglia has the story, and interv
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:00:45 -0700
Mar.26, 2009 in UncategorizedADVERTISEMENTSI used to like pets, dont have any now though, and i lost the reasoning behind peoples motives to possess animals. Im not with peta or any other scary organization but i kinda feel that animals should be allowed to live in freedom, for all the good pet owners out there, youve got guys like michael vick and other dogfighting football players and those who treat their animals even worse, i think itd be better to just make owning animals illegal, but i gue
A New Voice In Politics. Guaranteed Fresh.
Mon, 02 Aug 2004 00:00:01 -0700
Can your pet make you sick?
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:14:55 -0700
There’s no way around it: pets make our lives better and they make them healthier. People with pets have lower blood pressure, lower stress levels, and recover more quickly from illness, inury, heart attack, and surgery. We don’t always return the favor, either. It’s thanks to humans that dogs like my Borzoi, Kyrie, get colonized by drug resistant bacteria like MRSA and MRSI. But sometimes, yes, it’s true: your pets can make you sick, too. AOL Health’s Ashley Neglia has the story, and interv
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
The current scoop about alarm installation
Sick Cat Symptoms - Is My Cat Sick?
Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:21:47 -0700
by Bill Spencer Having a pet is just like having a kid in your home; we love our pets and always want to make sure they are healthy and feeling well. One of the main concerns we have as cat owners is how can we tell if our cat is sick? As cat owners, we are the ones responsible of detecting any symptoms of bad health in our cats. For this you don’t need to have a degree, just good observation. It is the same as with humans, we can tell if they are acting different. Let’s take a look at some
Aetna Fights Public Health Plan as Industry Offers a Concession (Bloomberg)
Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:39:42 -0700
March 24 (Bloomberg) -- Aetna Inc. ’s chief executive officer, Ronald A. Williams , said Democratic support for a new government-run health plan to cover more Americans would shift the cost of care to private insurers rather than saving money.
Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:21:47 -0700
by Bill Spencer Having a pet is just like having a kid in your home; we love our pets and always want to make sure they are healthy and feeling well. One of the main concerns we have as cat owners is how can we tell if our cat is sick? As cat owners, we are the ones responsible of detecting any symptoms of bad health in our cats. For this you don’t need to have a degree, just good observation. It is the same as with humans, we can tell if they are acting different. Let’s take a look at some
Aetna Fights Public Health Plan as Industry Offers a Concession (Bloomberg)
Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:39:42 -0700
March 24 (Bloomberg) -- Aetna Inc. ’s chief executive officer, Ronald A. Williams , said Democratic support for a new government-run health plan to cover more Americans would shift the cost of care to private insurers rather than saving money.
All about team building program
Rossi sorry for marrying DeGeneres in video spoof
Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:53:04 -0700
Washington: Aussie actress Portia De Rossi has issued an apology for marrying comedienne Ellen DeGeneres in a video spoof that is taking aim at supporters of the same-sex marriage ban in California.
Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:53:04 -0700
Washington: Aussie actress Portia De Rossi has issued an apology for marrying comedienne Ellen DeGeneres in a video spoof that is taking aim at supporters of the same-sex marriage ban in California.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
All about fruit cake
Alaska and Florida consider bans on bestiality
Sat, 21 Mar 2009 06:10:53 -0700
It's a subject that can cause nervous snickering, a little uneasiness and even a few bad jokes.But many in the southeast Alaska community of Klawock, population 800, weren't laughing last April after a 26-year-old registered sex offender was accused of molesting a local family's pet dog.
Life’s Abundance Premium Natural Health Food for Dogs | Heal
Sat, 21 Mar 2009 14:38:24 -0700
Pet foods are another health and wellness industry in it’s self”Lifes abundance has all but made the healthiest dog food for canine dog professionals and at home dog trainers … these are the perfect dog food canines need to build healthy bodies * Made with the freshest, all-natural ingredients * Ideal for puppies and adult dogs
MasyaAllah/MashaAllah Misconception
Sun, 22 Mar 2009 15:31:36 -0700
A friend of mine is getting married. As he passes out his wedding invitations, I congratulated him with MasyaAllah. He looked at me, puzzled, as if I didn’t like the idea of marriage. Thankfully, we had time for teh tarik. I explained to him in great length what it means and how it’s properly associated. Mā šāʾ Allāh ( ما شاء الله ) is an Arabic phrase indicating appreciation for an aforementioned individual or event. Towards this, it is used as an expression of respect, while at the
Sat, 21 Mar 2009 06:10:53 -0700
It's a subject that can cause nervous snickering, a little uneasiness and even a few bad jokes.But many in the southeast Alaska community of Klawock, population 800, weren't laughing last April after a 26-year-old registered sex offender was accused of molesting a local family's pet dog.
Life’s Abundance Premium Natural Health Food for Dogs | Heal
Sat, 21 Mar 2009 14:38:24 -0700
Pet foods are another health and wellness industry in it’s self”Lifes abundance has all but made the healthiest dog food for canine dog professionals and at home dog trainers … these are the perfect dog food canines need to build healthy bodies * Made with the freshest, all-natural ingredients * Ideal for puppies and adult dogs
MasyaAllah/MashaAllah Misconception
Sun, 22 Mar 2009 15:31:36 -0700
A friend of mine is getting married. As he passes out his wedding invitations, I congratulated him with MasyaAllah. He looked at me, puzzled, as if I didn’t like the idea of marriage. Thankfully, we had time for teh tarik. I explained to him in great length what it means and how it’s properly associated. Mā šāʾ Allāh ( ما شاء الله ) is an Arabic phrase indicating appreciation for an aforementioned individual or event. Towards this, it is used as an expression of respect, while at the
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