Accidental discovery of the elusive "memristor" electronic component. It could soon replace both RAM and hard drives with devices 10x smaller.
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]]> The legislation — known as the "Puppy Uniform Protection Statute" (PUPS), or "Baby's Bill" in honor of rescued puppy mill survivor Baby who is the subject of Jana Kohl's new book A Rare Breed of Love — was introduced in the House of Representatives
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]]> Green swag is a tricky oxymoron. The idea of companies doling out free products to celebrities or the media - products that are environmentally friendly in some way - is becoming increasingly popular these days
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]]> People who want to live a long and healthy life might want to take up running.
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]]> According to a study published in August in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, if you want to be a fitter, more relaxed, more agile retiree, the prescription is to walk on cobblestones.
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]]> You probably have heard of millet—as a treat for your pet parakeet. As ancient as the Bible, millet is an important staple in China, Japan, Africa, India and other areas, but in the U.S., it is more often used as bird and cattle feed
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]]> The EPA report titled “U.S. Inventory of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks” crunched the numbers to determine that 80 percent of annual greenhouse gas emissions come from the combustion of fossil fuels and only 2.3 percent from food animal production
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]]> 1 in 3 Native American women will be raped in her lifetime. "It is a staggering legacy for women to 'fully expect to be raped,' as one elder stated in the report, because they are Indian."


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]]> Three slide shows chock full of information about which occupational fields have the best and worst forecasts over the next several years, as well as those that were the most highly financially-rewarding in 2007.
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]]> Fuel and food costs are driving the price of everything we buy. Inflation grew by eight-tenths of 1%, the highest monthly jump since September 2005. The GDP has been revised to reflect a decline in the fourth quarter of 2007. Jobs are drying up. HELP!
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]]> The accidents are significant because the administration is likely to move foot-and-mouth research from the remote island to one of five sites on the U.S. mainland near livestock herds.

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]]> At the time, legal experts told The Phoenix New Times that, had she not been married to John, she likely would have been sentenced to Federal Prison.
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]]> The only two sectors in the employment market that gained were health acre and - SURPRISE- the government. The unemployment rate is now 5.7% and climbing.
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]]> In-depth look at the hurdles journalists face in China while there for the Olympic Games in Beijing. While there are showplaces of internet accessibility, reporters cannot visit Tiananmen Square. The IOC says it can only "encourage" China to be more open.
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]]> When Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke testified before Congress last month he spoke about the risks the US economy faces from two dangers: 1) a continued weakness in the economy and 2) increasing inflation. The conundrum Bernanke faces is…
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]]> "There is a saying: "Motivation without implementation produces frustration." In the political arena this means that when someone inspires people without eventually following through, the result is significant disenchantment."
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]]> The US Department of Defense wants to give away $50 million for "social science research" aimed at decoding terrorist recruitment, the growth of the Taliban and other social methodologies that will benefit the miitary. How many takers will there be?
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]]> The bill includes provisions for medical marijuana use, and is gaining bipartisan support in the house. Unfortunately, if the bill passes the House, Senate AND a sure-to-come veto from Bush, it won't affect individual state penalties but it's a start!
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]]> Entertaining light reading about the origins of some famous quotes. You might be surprised to learn who DIDN'T say them.
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]]> When we look at the Bible the number SEVEN is everywhere, it is especially associated with all of Gods favorite characters, the patriarchs. Get Conscious, help save our earth, and yourself

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]]> Appalling breaking news on the malfeasance of the US Department of Justice, who screened judicial candidates for the "right" political views.
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]]> The Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility gave a copy of an internal email reminding managers in the in the EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance to make sure their employees keep quiet. Could it be because the EPA LIES?
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]]> Campaign promises won't mean much when the next president takes office. The record $482 billion budget deficit promises to hogtie good intentions.
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]]> “Here it is. Biodegradable motor oil made from cow fat. Seriously?! We wonder if it really makes your car moooooove... " Check out more of this bizarre story I found this morning here...
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]]> There now exists strong data indicating that this disorder is associated with nanotechnology, specifically nano machines in the form of nanofibers. The National Science Foundation (NSF) defines nanofibers as having at least one dimension of 100 nanometer
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]]> Amazing pictures from Earth , simply beautiful!
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]]> Coca-Cola Enterprises, a bottler for the Coca-Cola Company, is creating a recycling stream for turning used bottles into new ones and has plans to reduce the weight and virgin content of bottles.
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]]> Modern research has shown that, despite the pitch-blackness of the water, the freezing cold, and the crushing pressure, some amazing and bizarre creatures have adapted to life in the depths of the sea.
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]]> Huddled in a small wicker basket in the corner of a makeshift cattery sleeps a miracle. Pirate’s head peers over the basket’s edge for a mere second — long enough to display his remaining glossy eye that tells the story of a long journey to wellness.
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]]> This is a PETITION from IFAW to Stop the trade of Ivory on e-Bay and Worldwide. So if you wish to join 49,000 plus, please click on site and sign the petition. Thank you for caring.
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]]> The soluble fiber in lentils also helps eliminate cholesterol, since it binds to it, reducing blood cholesterol levels.
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]]> The US Food & Drug Administration: is it tomatoes, or jalapenos, or you say to-MAY-to and I say to-MAH-to? We may as well sing as we eat ourselves sick. Some food experts say the 2002 Bioterrorism Law has loopholes that hogtie the FDA,.I say HOGWASH!
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]]> Rather than suppressing local communities in developing nations, nature reserves attract human settlement, according to a new study by researchers at the University of California, Berkeley.
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]]> Vienna....
Ten innocent activists still waiting for freedom...
FREEDOM FOR THE AUSTRIAN ACTIVISTS! Sign the petition please http://www.thepetitionsite.com/8/freedom-f or-the-austrian-activists

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]]> A report from the Boston Globe on the potentially contagious nature of some types of cancer in humans. Long known to be contagious in some animals, including dogs, researchers are finding contagious cancer can affect humans, too.
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]]> A centrally-funded elephant rehabilitation and research centre will come up at Ban Santour in Yamunanagar district, Haryana forest minister Kiran Choudhry said.
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]]> In the latest British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) Ringing Report, Razorbill M23170, ringed as a chick on the cliffs of Bardsey Island, Gwynedd in 1967 was reported back on the island for its 41st summer.

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]]> An amazing giant insect, thought to be extinct in the UK, has been discovered on a pavement in Ashchurch, Gloucestershire. The Capricorn Beetle was found by John Hawkins, who handed it over to the Tewkesbury Council Environmental Health Department.
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]]> Michael Ray Howard, convicted of killing 13 puppies by tying them in a plastic bag and tossing them in a dumpster, among other crimes, has been sentenced to prison.
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]]> Update: Our appeal has been rejected, and Junichi and Toru have been ordered to spend a further 9 days in jail without charge. Under Japanese law, they can be held for up to 23 days without charge. More than 220,000 people have now used our global action
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]]> Jeannine's Sharebook
stories about what you can’t do; and stories about who you should blame. In conflict, the voice adds up other people’s faults and your virtues. Don’t believe everything you think! Get Conscious, Save Our Earth, and Yourself !
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]]> A heartwarming look at how the abused dogs formerly belonging to that cowardly abuser are being rescued. Inspiring reading and great pictures too.
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]]> Researchers at the University of Michigan Health System have found a key linkage between pain and a specific brain molecule, a discovery that leads to new insight into Fibromyalgia, an often-baffling chronic pain condition.
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]]> The Securities & Exchange Commission is about to propose changes that they say will attract foreign investment and enhance the investing opportunities of Americans. Oh yeah? Try this view: We'll be getting screwed by the government - again!
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]]> The teachers in this list have transcended the generations of their students and continue to influence the way we view philosophy, education, politics and humanity. Keep reading for our picks of 25 different teachers who drastically changed the world.

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]]> Today, too many animals are transported under unacceptable conditions on European highways. Support 8hours. Our goal is to collect 1,000,000 signatures, something EU politicians will not be able to ignore.
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