Scientists are surprised at how extensively coastal ice in Antarctica and Greenland is thinning, according to a study Wednesday that could help predict rising sea levels linked to climate change.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
What to stash or trash
Which documents to stash or trash
Some papers need to be kept forever, others for a few years, and some not at all.
Most remote inhabited spot on earth
Most remote inhabited spot on earth
These islands are 1,700 miles offshore and are visited by a mail ship only once a year.
NC airline hit with EEOC suit after CEO's arrest
A charter airline that once operated as Hooters Air has quit ferrying NBA stars and rockers as it struggles against lost contracts and a felony charge against its CEO for allegedly failing to make payments on his employees' group health insurance.
NC airline hit with EEOC suit after CEO's arrest
NC airline hit with EEOC suit after CEO's arrest
America's happiest workers
Survey finds America's happiest workers
A poll of more than 100,000 Americans reveals careers with the most-satisfied employees.
Money isn't everything
Money isn't everything
Also:
Why banks take so long to credit deposits
Why banks take so long to credit deposits
Banks seem quick to withdraw funds, but take their sweet time to credit deposits.
Foods that help you sleep better
Foods that help you sleep better
Eating nonfat popcorn 30 minutes before bed will help your brain relax.
Winning the Lottery
Did you hear about the New 3 Million Dollar Alabama State Lottery?
It pays the "winner" 3 dollars a year for a million years.
Torture Doesn't Work and Here's Why
While we wait for Dick Cheney, the Pentagon, or the CIA to release evidence that "enhanced interrogation techniques" produced useful, truthful intelligence that could not be obtained without torture, neuroscientists are weighing in on how likely torture is to elicit such information—and they are not impressed. Self imposed homework
A schoolboy gave himself a monster piece of homework...writing a 455-page book about President Barack Obama's journey to the White House.
The schoolboy who has written a book on Obama
The schoolboy who has written a book on Obama
Ahmadinejad urges Obama to see Iran as a 'friend'
From the "He's funny, ain't he" Department:
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad urged President Barack Obama to see Iran as a potential friend instead of a threat ahead of addresses both leaders will give to the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday.In Archaeological News
Israeli archaeologists say they have uncovered a ritual bath in Jerusalem that was likely used by Jewish pilgrims coming to the temple two millenia ago.
Bath used by Temple pilgrims found in Jerusalem
Bath used by Temple pilgrims found in Jerusalem
Man who Made Toddler Smoke Pot Gets 10 Years
An Ohio man who videotaped himself forcing his 18-month-old niece to smoke marijuana has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Man who Made Toddler Smoke Pot Gets 10 Years
Should have been 100 years!
Man who Made Toddler Smoke Pot Gets 10 Years
Should have been 100 years!
10 ways to keep your boss happy
10 ways to keep your boss happy
The key to keeping your job is making your manager realize you're valuable — and very cool.
Don't expect U.S. to fix it all
Don't expect U.S. to fix it all
In a remarkably blunt address to the U.N., President Obama challenges America's critics.
Teen shows off wild talent
Teen shows off wild talent
This 14-year-old "Jurassic Park" fan makes a big impression by mimicking animals.
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