Many dinosaurs may have been warm-blooded just like mammals or birds.
Dinosaurs May Have Been Warm-Blooded
Dinosaurs May Have Been Warm-Blooded
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Pfizer abandons land taken under Supreme Court eminent domain case.
Pfizer (PFE) will close its New London, Conn., site and consolidate operations there at the nearby Groton, Conn., site in a swathe of R&D closures as the company seeks 19,500 job cuts in the wake of its merger with Wyeth.
Pfizer’s abandonment of its plans for New London render moot the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on eminent domain in Kelo v. New London. In the case, the city of New London had sought “eminent domain” power to seize the houses of several people living in a run-down neighborhood. The land was to be transformed into Pfizer’s new facility. The city argued it needed to bulldoze blighted areas in order to redevelop them. Susette Kelo argued the government should not have the right to take her home.
The Supreme Court ruled that as long as the government’s reason for taking the land bore a "rational relation" to a legitimate purpose, then forced takings (followed by just compensation) were constitutional. Many states changed their laws to prevent such takings in the future.
The lot where Susette Kelo's house once stood is now an abandoned wasteland.
Placebo power behind many natural cures
People looking for natural cures will be happy to know there is one. Two words explain how it works: "I believe."
It's the placebo effect — the ability of a dummy pill or a faked treatment to make people feel better, just because they expect that it will. It's the mind's ability to alter physical symptoms, such as pain, anxiety and fatigue.
South Carolina teens admit buying, selling gun at school
A South Carolina teenager will spend up to 45 days in juvenile detention for selling a gun to a fellow middle school student, while the buyer will spend his time on house arrest.
The Herald of Rock Hill reports both the 15-year-old seller and 13-year-old buyer pleaded guilty Tuesday to possession of a gun on school grounds. They will be sentenced next month.
The older teen's criminal record prompted Judge Henry Woods to send the 15-year-old to an evaluation center in Union through mid-December.
The 13-year-old had no prior charges. He paid $65 for the gun, mainly in coins, including 122 dimes. He said he planned to go target shooting with his father.
Prosecutors say Saluda Trail Middle School officials found the rusted pistol in a locker Oct. 2. No bullets were found.
The Herald of Rock Hill reports both the 15-year-old seller and 13-year-old buyer pleaded guilty Tuesday to possession of a gun on school grounds. They will be sentenced next month.
The older teen's criminal record prompted Judge Henry Woods to send the 15-year-old to an evaluation center in Union through mid-December.
The 13-year-old had no prior charges. He paid $65 for the gun, mainly in coins, including 122 dimes. He said he planned to go target shooting with his father.
Prosecutors say Saluda Trail Middle School officials found the rusted pistol in a locker Oct. 2. No bullets were found.
Community college beats Yale
Community college beats Yale
The Ivy League school is surprised by a Midwestern upstart in a mock trial.
How to avoid getting a bad haircut
How to avoid getting a bad haircut
A stylist reveals five practically foolproof ways to ensure you get the cut you want.
A widow paints a health care protest
A widow paints a health care protest
Regina Holliday's gas station mural tells the story of her young husband's death.
'Creepy gnome' back on prowl
A new sighting of South America's 'creepy gnome' has caused panic among locals after a group of youngsters claimed a 'midget monster' ran towards them at night.
Check out the video.
Scozzafava's ouster highlights repugican dysfunction
Since the repugican nominee dropped out of the race in New York's 23rd Congressional District amid pressure from wingnut leaders, Dede Scozzafava has been swept into the national political conversation.
Full StoryAnd I Quote
John Cole, over @ balloon juice, has this to say on the tea bagger movement:
The funny thing about all of this is that no matter how bad all their ideas are, no matter how disastrous their governance has been, no matter how horrible things they have done to the economy and this country, what really is killing the republican party is that deep down, they are just complete assholes.
He, of course, goes on to make salient points, with links and everything.
We urge you to read the complete post.
But the quote hits it out of the park!
We urge you to read the complete post.
But the quote hits it out of the park!
Will probe's upcoming fly-by unlock exotic physics?
All eyes will be on the Rosetta comet-chasing probe when it flies by Earth on Friday – a past fly-by revealed a mysterious speed boost that general relativity cannot explain.Will probe's upcoming fly-by unlock exotic physics?
A wreck from the War of Northern Aggression identified
A Confederate shipwreck that burned at sea more than 145 years ago has been identified as the CSS Appomattox by North Carolina officials.
The state Underwater Archaeology Branch said a silver-plated spoon inscribed with the name of a crew-member confirmed the ship's identity.
The wreck was found in 2007 on the Pasquotank River.
The state Underwater Archaeology Branch said a silver-plated spoon inscribed with the name of a crew-member confirmed the ship's identity.
The wreck was found in 2007 on the Pasquotank River.
Explore Stonehenge from within
See Stonehenge as never before (at least as most people never have) with this, the first-ever 360-degree VR panorama taken at Stonehenge. It is taken from the center of the interior which is normally closed to visitors.As you pan round, you will reach a point where you can look through the Trilithon arches to the distant Heel Stone which was formerly called Friar's Heel.
Health Care Hell in America
More French health care "horror" stories:
Another American tells of her experience with the "socialist" health care system in France.
She woke up sick on a Saturday morning, called a doctor's office and begged to be seen on Monday. The doctor said, sorry, but I can see you today in an hour?
The repugican wingnuts just don't get it.
Another American tells of her experience with the "socialist" health care system in France.
She woke up sick on a Saturday morning, called a doctor's office and begged to be seen on Monday. The doctor said, sorry, but I can see you today in an hour?
The repugican wingnuts just don't get it.
An unusual time to job-hunt
An unusual time to job-hunt
It might seem counterintuitive, but it's often easier to get noticed by employers at this time of year.
Reasons why your retirement is at risk
Reasons why your retirement is at risk
Half of Americans will likely be forced to significantly cut expenses or delay retirement beyond 65.
Credit card do's and don'ts
Credit card do's and don'ts
Having several cards isn't necessarily bad for your credit, but it can lead to problems.
Good manners are always in style
Good manners are always in style
Being a gracious host or a charming party guest is easy if you heed these tips.
Ways to increase your home's value
10 ways to increase your home's value
These remodeling projects will boost your home's value and are well worth the investment.
Vanished Persian Army Said Found in Desert
The remains of a mighty Persian army said to have drowned in the sands of the western Egyptian desert 2,500 years ago might have been finally located, solving one of archaeology's biggest outstanding mysteries, according to Italian researchers.
Bronze weapons, a silver bracelet, an earring and hundreds of human bones found in the vast desolate wilderness of the Sahara desert have raised hopes of finally finding the lost army of Persian King Cambyses II. The 50,000 warriors were said to be buried by a cataclysmic sandstorm in 525 B.C.
British Spies Help Prevent al qaeda Inspired Attack On New York Subways
Najibullah Zazi: Zazi, from Denver, Colorado, is understood to have been given instructions by a senior member of al Qaeda in Pakistan over the internet.
The plan, which reportedly would have been the biggest attack on America since 9/11, was uncovered after Scotland Yard intercepted an email.
The force alerted the FBI, who launched an operation which led to airport shuttle bus driver Najibullah Zazi, 24, being charged with conspiracy to use weapons of mass destruction.
Villagers confine rare turtle, say it is God
From the "Give me a break" Department:
Hundreds of poor Hindu villagers in eastern India have refused to hand over a rare turtle to authorities, saying it is an incarnation of God, officials said on Tuesday.
Villagers confine rare turtle, say it is God
Hundreds of poor Hindu villagers in eastern India have refused to hand over a rare turtle to authorities, saying it is an incarnation of God, officials said on Tuesday.
Villagers confine rare turtle, say it is God
12-year-old sneezes 12,000 times a day
At first glance Lauren Johnson is your typical 12-year-old.
She loves animals, especially her dog, Bo, but sit with Lauren for more than two seconds and you quickly learn she's unique.
12-year-old sneezes 12,000 times a day
She loves animals, especially her dog, Bo, but sit with Lauren for more than two seconds and you quickly learn she's unique.
12-year-old sneezes 12,000 times a day
Forest Service tears down man-made tubs at hot springs
A series of tubs at a hot springs in the Idaho back country have been torn out.
Atlanta Worker Who Threatened Citizen On Camera Fired
The Atlanta city worker who was caught on camera threatening and cursing at a citizen has been fired.
Why you can't find this year's hottest toy
Why you can't find this year's hottest toy
Selling for less than $10, the season's early hit is almost impossible to get.
Obama pressed into role as national healer
Obama pressed into role as national healer
Today's memorial at Fort Hood could be a defining moment for the president.
Baby cries, appears to die and wakes up
A 2-year-old British baby cries, appears to die and then comes back to life.
Tianna Lewis McHugh has a condition called reflex anoxic seizure that causes her to stop breathing and stiffen like a corpse when she starts crying, and then wake up.
Baby cries, appears to die and wakes up
Tianna Lewis McHugh has a condition called reflex anoxic seizure that causes her to stop breathing and stiffen like a corpse when she starts crying, and then wake up.
Baby cries, appears to die and wakes up
Hebrew Bible stolen by Nazis returned to Austria
A nearly 500-year-old Hebrew Bible stolen by the Nazis shortly before World War Two was returned to the Jewish community of Vienna on Monday, U.S. officials said.
Hebrew Bible stolen by Nazis returned to Austria
Hebrew Bible stolen by Nazis returned to Austria
Daily Almanac
Today is Tuesday, Nov. 10, the 314th day of 2009.
There are 51 days left in the year.
There are 51 days left in the year.
Today In History November 10
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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Magala, Andalucia, Spain
Isparta, Isparta, Turkey
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India
Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia
Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom
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North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
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Daily Horoscope
Today's horoscope says:
Whatever you're trying to distract yourself from isn't going away any time soon!
Until you face the person, place or thing you are trying to avoid, you will never find the peace of mind you deserve.
Buying things to make yourself feel better might provide temporary fulfillment, but sacrificing your financial security will just make matters worse.
Instead, focus on being grounded in reality -- ask for help if it gets to be too much.
Whatever you're trying to distract yourself from isn't going away any time soon!
Until you face the person, place or thing you are trying to avoid, you will never find the peace of mind you deserve.
Buying things to make yourself feel better might provide temporary fulfillment, but sacrificing your financial security will just make matters worse.
Instead, focus on being grounded in reality -- ask for help if it gets to be too much.
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