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A Close Look at the Colossal Squid

News – Scientists at the national museum of New Zealand, Te Papa, have recently completed dissections of several enormous squids, including pieces of a colossal squid -- the largest invertebrate ever caught. The female specimen weighs more than 1,000 pounds and measures 26 feet long.

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Submitted and Voted for on May 09, 2008 07:08am

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Some Weight-Loss Drugs Might Disrupt Brain Growth in Kids

Health & Fitness – WEDNESDAY, May 7 (HealthDay News) -- A new class of weight-loss drugs that suppresses appetite by blocking cannabinoid receptors in the brain should be used with caution in children, U.S. scientists report.

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Submitted and Voted for on May 09, 2008 07:02am

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Researchers Find Lubricant Doesn't Hinder Fertility

Health & Fitness – TUESDAY, May 6 (HealthDay News) -- Couples trying to conceive should choose the lubricant they use wisely because some lubricants can affect sperm motility, a new study finds.

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Submitted and Voted for on May 09, 2008 06:59am

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Keeping Teen Drivers Safe on the Road

Health & Fitness – Ask any parent. One of the scariest things about raising a child may be letting him or her drive. With proms, graduations and beach trips, you may feel more nervous than ever about your child's safety on the road - and with good reason.

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Submitted and Voted for on May 09, 2008 06:55am

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Top Ten Super-Nutritious Foods

Health & Fitness – Want to improve your family's health and fight disease? Add the following "superfoods" to your shopping list, then serve them to your loved ones on a regular basis.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 17, 2008 11:07am

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Eating the Rainbow

Health & Fitness – Eating the colors of the rainbow You've probably heard the slogan "5-A-Day," (a reminder to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables each day), but have you ever heard of eating the rainbow? It is not an actual diet, but refers to choosing foods that are the colors of the rainbow.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 17, 2008 11:06am

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Give Your Stomach a Break

Health & Fitness – Slow down. Better yet, stop and listen carefully. Your stomach is trying to tell you something, and it's not happy with you: You're eating too much and not paying attention to what you are putting into your body.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 13, 2008 04:05am

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Weight Loss for Dummies

Health & Fitness – Your skirt is too tight. You can't zip your jeans. You don't even want to think about putting on a swimsuit. You look in the mirror and mutter about how you've got to lose weight.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 13, 2008 04:01am

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Design for the Next Billion Customers, by Niti Bhan and Dave Tait

Art & Design – Niti Bhan and Dave Tait, having just returned from exploratory research in Africa to understand the mindset and consumer behavior at the bottom of the pyramid, share their insights for designers hoping to serve this population.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 10, 2008 07:51am

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Researchers suspect Stonehenge was ancient healing site

News – Archaeologists conducting a major excavation at England's Stonehenge said they had made a key breakthrough that may help explain why the site was built, the BBC said Wednesday.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 10, 2008 07:47am

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Amish White Bread

Food – "I got this recipe from a friend. It is very easy, and doesn't take long to make."

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Submitted and Voted for on April 09, 2008 12:59pm

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Copyright laws updated for digital world

News – A bill that brings copyright laws into the digital age was passed by Parliament yesterday.

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Submitted and Voted for on April 09, 2008 12:56pm

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Annie's Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips

Food – "Easy to make, tasty fruit salsa and cinnamon tortilla chips. Great as an appetizer or a snack. Great for anytime!"

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Submitted and Voted for on April 09, 2008 12:52pm

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Delicious Ham and Potato Soup

Food – "This is a delicious recipe for ham and potato soup that a friend gave to me. It is very easy and the great thing about it is that you can add additional ingredients, more ham, potatoes, etc and it still turns out great."

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Submitted and Voted for on April 09, 2008 12:51pm

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Mazdaspeed revs up racing accessory sales

Autos – Mazda helps out club racers by keeping its tech support working late on Thursdays and Fridays, and bringing a parts trailer to some races.

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Submitted and Voted for on March 31, 2008 08:36am

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