Category: Lifestyles
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What Is RSS (Really Simple Syndication)?
I felt inspired to do a post on RSS feeds, because FamilyResource.com uses extensive use of RSS feeds, but a new survey on RSS claims that the majority of the public has no clue…
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PBS Showcasing Special Programming For Hispanic Heritage Month
Between September 15 to October 15, 2005, PBS will be airing special programming in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The special programming includes: September 2005 P.O.V. “The Hobart Shakespeareans” (New)Tuesday, September 6, 2005, 10:00-11:00…
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You Need A Vacation
One of things that Americans don’t take enough of are vacations. We want to, but we often feel too busy, or too cash strapped to go anywhere. Well, life is short, and like most…
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Brisk Acceleration And Gentle Braking Required For Best Mileage From Hybrids
The Cascadia Scorecard Weblog has a nice post on how to optimize the gas mileage from hybrid cars. …hybrid owners need to learn a new style of driving to take advantage of their cars’…
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You Gotta Walk Before You Watch
The BBC News reported on a new shoe that’s supposed to get kids exercising again. What’s the carrot? TV time. The shoe – dubbed Square-eyes – has a unique insole that records the amount…
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How To Avoid Crying When Chopping Onions
“[A] Lifehacker reader and foodie Ian Beyer offers a helpful tip for how to avoid onion-slicing-induced tears” Here’s a snippet just to get your interested: Take this piece and throw it away (don’t put…
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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream At Veggie Ice Cream!
John Duffell at The Candy Blog alerted me to an article about Veggie Ice Cream. The Telegraph reports: It sounds unappetising, but when vegetables are mixed with sweeter products such as sultanas, mint and…
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Laptops A Hot Fertility Issue
According to a new study from fertility researchers at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, laptops can make men infertile by heating up their scrotum when the computer is on their…
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Looking For A New Job? Beware Of The Googling
A recent article in the Rocky Mountains News reported that hiring managers are now using Google (and other search engines) to conduct due diligence on applicants. Things to look out for include: Having resumes…
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Have A Pet Plan For Pregnancy Or Illness
Amy Eller in The Herald-Sun reports: You should have plans for pet care in case you become ill unexpectedly. Daily routines with your pets can become struggles if you are not up to your…