A set of 116 genes influenced by Foxp2 could have co-evolved to give humans language.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Suite of chatterbox genes discovered
A set of 116 genes influenced by Foxp2 could have co-evolved to give humans language.
Mini ice age took hold of Europe in months
Detailed studies of ancient climate have revealed that the onset of Europe's "Big Freeze", 13,000 years ago, was anything but glacial.Mini ice age took hold of Europe in months
Monkeys share our sense of injustice
Our instinctive reaction to displays of greed and conspicuous consumption has its origins in the primate world, says Frans de Waal.Fair play
Poise yourself for a promotion
Poise yourself for a promotion
Despite the tough job market, there are steps you can take to spotlight your value at work.
Palestinian cave-dweller's fight for home
Palestinian cave-dweller's fight for home
Brought up in a cave, he's been told to make way for an Israeli housing project.
You know things are bad for the teabaggers when even Faux News fact-checks Palin
From tpmnewswire, Faux News points out that Sarah Palin is, oh, shall we say, 2 patties short of a Big Mac:Now, just ain't that a shame.
Iran condemns Neda scholarship
Iran condemns Neda scholarship
An honor named for a slain student who became a symbol of opposition draws the government's ire.
Home remedies for common ailments
Home remedies for common ailments
Studies show that drinking 16 ounces of brewed coffee can help alleviate your headache.
Most powerful people in the world
Most powerful people in the world
The list includes the leader of 1.3 billion citizens — more than anyone else on the planet.
Green jobs that pay $30 an hour
Green jobs that pay $30 an hour
These careers are in high demand and offer promising growth potential.
Smart year-end tax moves to make now
Smart year-end tax moves to make now
Take advantage of deductions that could mean thousands in savings before it's too late.
Wal-Mart's game plan for Black Friday
Wal-Mart's game plan for Black Friday
The retailer is making big changes to control frenzied shoppers, including changing its hours.
Faux accused of misleading news footage
Faux accused of misleading news footage
A health care report on Sean Handjob's show purportedly uses spliced video favoring the repugicans.
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Lou Dobbs resigns from CNN
Lou Dobbs resigns from CNN
The longtime cable news anchor, whose anti-immigration views have made him a TV lightning rod, resigns.
Details
Details
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The 10 most cash-strapped states
The 10 most cash-strapped states
These U.S. states are raising taxes, laying off workers, and cutting services.
Reasons to shop early this holiday season
Reasons to shop early this holiday season
Experts say late shoppers will miss the best deals, and popular products will sell out.
Maryland officials ban youth from using tanning beds
Howard County officials have voted to ban people under age 18 from using indoor tanning devices -- the first such ban in the country.
Repugican Coburn "is denying veterans many benefits and services”
We'll hear a lot of speeches about veterans and their service to our nation today.
But, any repugican who speaks today will do so with a forked-tongue and should be ashamed.
Their colleague, Tom Coburn (OK) is still blocking a bill to aid vets.
At the end of last week, Senator Daniel Akaka laid down the gauntlet:
But, any repugican who speaks today will do so with a forked-tongue and should be ashamed.
Their colleague, Tom Coburn (OK) is still blocking a bill to aid vets.
At the end of last week, Senator Daniel Akaka laid down the gauntlet:
Speaking Friday on the Senate floor about a procedural hold that is blocking passage of S. 1963, the Veterans’ Caregiver and Omnibus Health Benefits Act, Sen. Daniel Akaka, D-Hawaii, said “it would be truly disgraceful” if the bill didn’t clear the Senate by Veterans’ Day.
Akaka said the bill represents a bipartisan collection of veterans’ committee proposals packaged into one bill so it could quickly pass. Consideration of the measure is being blocked by Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., who doesn’t want the measure brought up unless he is given an opportunity to offer amendments.
“This single senator is denying veterans many benefits and services,” Akaka said, including a new caregiver assistant program at families of the “most seriously wounded veterans.”
Well, it's Veterans Day and Coburn is still blocking the bill.
His repugican colleagues are enabling him.
His repugican colleagues are enabling him.
On Monday, Democratic Senators held a press conference to focus attention on this issue.
And, Coburn showed up for what he called the "festivities."
The Democrats blasted him anyway:
And, Coburn showed up for what he called the "festivities."
The Democrats blasted him anyway:
Festivities?
This may be all fun and games for Coburn.
But it is reality for the vets and their families.
This may be all fun and games for Coburn.
But it is reality for the vets and their families.
Isn't it time to just bulldoze over Coburn?
If the Senate won't do it for veterans, they won't do it for anyone.
If the Senate won't do it for veterans, they won't do it for anyone.
A National Disgrace
The number of military veterans who are homeless in the New York City metropolitan area is nearly 10,000.
Nearly 10,000 homeless vets in NYC area
This is a searing spotlight on a National Disgrace this country has that has been caused directly by repugicans and their 'policies' over the past 30 years or so (especially the 2001 to 2008 shrub years) toward Veterans and the general public for that matter.
Nearly 10,000 homeless vets in NYC area
This is a searing spotlight on a National Disgrace this country has that has been caused directly by repugicans and their 'policies' over the past 30 years or so (especially the 2001 to 2008 shrub years) toward Veterans and the general public for that matter.
A grouchy public sticking with Obama
Obama still has the public approval of a majority of Americans, but he finds himself governing an increasingly pessimistic country.
And that grouchiness is directed at the repugicans and wingnuts who are trying to thwart the will of the American People.
Full StoryNC school sells test points for $20 to raise money
A middle school in North Carolina is selling test scores to students in a bid to raise money.
This is bad any way you look at it.
Veterans Day and the number 11
Veterans Day and the number 11
An event in the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 resulted in Wednesday's holiday.
Chocolate: more addictive than heroin
Well, this explains a lot!
Archaeologists have dated cacao as chocolate being eaten by the Mayan Indians of Mexico as early as 600 CE. The cocoa bean had been worshipped by the Mayans as a heavenly gift. The beans were put on a pedestal and worshipped as an idol.
In its raw form, chocolate is more addictive than heroin.
Scientists currently study how chocolate addiction changes the brain, and which chemicals are released by the brain by eating chocolate.
Full StoryMormon church endorses gay rights law
Mormon church endorses gay rights law
Despite its high-profile fight against gay marriage, Mormons back a new law that bans discrimination.
Foods that help you stay young
Foods that help you stay young
Add these eight nutritional powerhouses to your diet to help you look and feel youthful.
Massive blackout leaves Brazil on edge
Massive blackout
An extraordinary power outage plunged tens of millions into darkness and sparked crime fears.
'Domino effect'
'Domino effect'
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Psychics Find Skeletal Remains In 100-Year-Old Mansion
A historic Brooke County mansion is at the center of a police and paranormal investigation after skeletal remains were found hidden in a wall.
"They found some questionable bones and I still cannot confirm or deny that they're human," Sheriff Richard Ferguson said. "They appear to be very old, but still intact, and we have no time frame. We're actually looking back into the history of this area."
Full StoryAnd I Quote
HBO is running a documentary about the election of Barack Obama called 'By the People.'
After this they have a documentary about the election of George W. Bush. It's called, 'By Mistake.'
~ David Letterman
After this they have a documentary about the election of George W. Bush. It's called, 'By Mistake.'
~ David Letterman
You didn't get mad...
BartCop had this wonderful piece today.
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You didn't get mad...
You didn't get mad when the Supreme Court stopped a legal recount and appointed a President.
You didn't get mad when VP Cheney allowed Energy company officials to dictate energy Policy.
You didn't get mad when a covert CIA Operative was revealed.
You didn't get mad when the Patriot Act was passed.
You didn't get mad when we illegally invaded Iraq looking for WMD'S that didn't exist.
You didn't get mad when we spent over 600 Billion dollars(and counting) on Iraq War.
You didn't get mad when over 10 billion dollars just disappeared in Iraq.
You didn't get mad when Bush was illegally wiretapping us at home and work.
You didn't get mad when Bush borrowed money to give to the oil companies.
You didn't get mad when we didn't catch Bin Laden.
You didn't get mad when you saw the horrible Conditions at Walter Reed.
You didn't get mad when we let New Orleans drown.
You didn't get mad when Bush got 4,500 soldiers killed.
You didn't get mad when the deficit hit the trillion dollar mark.
You finally got mad when---- The government decided that people in America
deserved the right to see a doctor if they are sick.
Illegal wars, lies, corruption, torture, giving your tax dollars to super-rich, are all OK with you?
But helping other Americans is the last straw?
Seven presidents have tried to pass a Health Care Plan of some sort and
have failed. None have had the "hate filled" opposition of this president.
THE WORLD IS WATCHING AMERICA.
Backward star ain't from around here
The nearest neighboring star to orbit the galaxy backwards appears to have come from a much brighter place.Backward star ain't from around these parts
Fat in Japan? You're breaking the law.
As the health care debate rages in the US, Tokyo lawmakers set a maximum waist size.
Are you too fat for Japan?
Full Story
Now, this is going a teensy bit too far.
Are you too fat for Japan?
Full Story
Now, this is going a teensy bit too far.
3 to 6 Inches Of Rain to Move Across The Area
From the "Oh Joy!" Department:
A flash flood and flood watch are in effect for parts of the area through Thursday.
A flash flood and flood watch are in effect for parts of the area through Thursday.
3 to 6 Inches Of Rain
Comedian Katt Williams jailed in Georgia over burglary
Comedian Katt Williams was released on bond Monday after police said they arrested the entertainer for breaking into a home and stealing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry and coins.
Full StorySuspect in Letterman blackmail asks court to drop case
A lawyer for the TV news producer accused of blackmailing David Letterman plans to ask a judge to dismiss an extortion case that prompted the late-night comic to acknowledge affairs with staffers.
Full StoryRepugicans Threaten Cao
How dare he agree to give people health care!
Joseph Cao (r-LA) was solely responsible for dashing the repugican leadership’s hopes of having all 177 of its members vote against historic health care legislation on Saturday. Cao broke with his party and voted with Democrats after speaking personally to President Obama and pressing for more federal funds for his district, which is still struggling after Hurricane Katrina...
The reaction to Cao from the wingnuts has been swift and fierce, with some comparing the only non-Hispanic minority in the repugican caucus to Mao Tse Tung and calling him racial epithets. Don Young (r-AK) - who has defended Cao’s vote - had to stand beside him during Saturday’s roll call, "fending off his repugican colleagues who might have twisted Cao’s arms." Last week, rnc chairwhimp Michael Tom Steele made clear that moderates who don’t walk the party line have no place in the repugican party.
New dinosaur species discovered
New dinosaur species discovered
The creature may hold the key to explaining how dinosaurs became the largest land animals.
Unusual Holidays and Celebrations
There are no unusual Holidays and Celebrations today.
Today is Veterans Day in the US and Remembrance Day in Canada.
Today is Veterans Day in the US and Remembrance Day in Canada.
Daily Almanac
Today is Wednesday, Nov. 11, the 315th day of 2009.
There are 50 days left in the year.
Today In History November 11
There are 50 days left in the year.
Today In History November 11
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Daily Horoscope
Today's horoscope says:
If you want more peace in your life, spend more time with altruistic people.
Ignore the drama kings and queens you encounter today.
Every time you get involved in their drama, you're fueling their toxic behavior, and it's always a waste of your energy.
The troublemakers and the takers cause waves and create problems, forcing your attention their way.
Instead, focus on the people who give back -- they deserve more of your time and gratitude.
No drama, got it.
If you want more peace in your life, spend more time with altruistic people.
Ignore the drama kings and queens you encounter today.
Every time you get involved in their drama, you're fueling their toxic behavior, and it's always a waste of your energy.
The troublemakers and the takers cause waves and create problems, forcing your attention their way.
Instead, focus on the people who give back -- they deserve more of your time and gratitude.
No drama, got it.
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