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Proof Bee Decline Is Reducing Food Supply

Food – What would we do if 1 in every 3 cows died? That's what's happening to bees, and now scientists have the first hard evidence of the loss of pollinators contributing to decline in food production.

Voted for on July 08, 2008 11:47am

10 Reasons to Shave With a Straight Razor
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10 Reasons to Shave With a Straight Razor

Men – Shave with a straight razor? What is this, 1850? here'I admit I was skeptical the first time I tried it too. But once I saw Johnny Depp wield the infamous blade in Sweeney Todd, I was convinced I needed to give it a shot. And you know what? It didn't take long before I was hooked.

Voted for on July 02, 2008 03:43pm

Military Personnel Giving More To Obama
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Military Personnel Giving More To Obama

Politics – Among people who have donated at least $200 to a presidential campaign this election cycle, Obama has collected more than $327,000 from those identifying themselves as military personnel, while McCain has collected $224,000, according to an analysis of Federal Election Commission data by The Associated Press.

Voted for on July 02, 2008 03:42pm

Starbucks to close 600 stores in the U.S.
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Starbucks to close 600 stores in the U.S.

Money – Starbucks, known for its kudzu-like proliferation, will now close 600 of its US outlets. The company has acknowledged that it may have lost some of its luster during a long period of rapid store openings and expansion into everything from breakfast sandwiches to movie promotions.

Voted for on July 02, 2008 03:42pm

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10 Countries To Meet A Girl When Personality Doesn't Matter

Celebrities – You want someone who is into food and culture, go to Italy. Looking for a lady that's tech savvy, try Japan. Searching for that special someone who is book learned and proper, check out England. But if you want the best when it comes to breeding the hawtness these are your Top 10 Countries To Meet A Girl When Personality Doesn't Matter!

Voted for on June 26, 2008 05:28pm

Kucinich: 'We went to war for the oil companies'
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Kucinich: 'We went to war for the oil companies'

Politics – Rep. Dennis Kucinich, who has introduced measures to impeach George W. Bush and Dick Cheney, said Thursday that oil executives who secretly met with the vice president in 2001 should be held criminally liable for pushing an illegal war.

Voted for on June 26, 2008 05:28pm

This story has mostly positive ratings. 20 votes / 1 sink

Top 5 Science Standards to Make Carbon Offsets Work Better

Science – The proliferation of voluntary carbon offset programs seems like a great way for individuals to help fight climate change. But do carbon offset programs really work? Learn about five of the key standards for making them more effective in the fight against climate change.

Voted for on June 24, 2008 03:34pm

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The Human Cost of Ã;'Poverty FightingÃ;' Celebrities Burning $600,000 on Handbags!

Celebrities – Interesting story about the excessive amounts celebs spend on handbags and what impact that money could have on poverty. Some celebrities are trying to do something about it, even donating their handbags to charity.

Voted for on June 24, 2008 11:25am

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Island Hopping in New York

Travel – Times Square and 5th Ave and the Empire State Building are all good for someone who's a first-time visitor to New York City, but the real summer fun can be found in the islands around New York.

Voted for on June 23, 2008 09:04pm

Comedian George Carlin dies in Los Angeles at 71
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Comedian George Carlin dies in Los Angeles at 71

Celebrities – Comedian George Carlin, a counter-culture hero famed for his routines about drugs and dirty words, died of heart failure at a Los Angeles-area hospital Sunday, a spokesman said. He was 71.

Voted for on June 23, 2008 09:04pm

This story has mostly positive ratings. 78 votes / 1 sink

Sunless Tanning: Hope for the White and Pasty

Health & Fitness – "My skin is so sensitive I get sunburned watching the weather channel. So how does one enjoy the boost in self confidence that a tanned complexion provides, when everything you read and watch tells you "Sun: bad. Tanning beds: bad. UV rays: bad. Skin cancer: really bad"? The answer: sunless tanning."

Voted for on June 20, 2008 02:33pm

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Stunning New Terminal at Shenzen Bao'an International Airport

Art & Design – It's not often that we get to talk about airports but there is a lot happening in the aviation industry. One landmark development is the proposed construction of a new terminal at Shenzen Bao'an International Airport in China. Positioned as a gateway to China and designed by architects Massimiliano and Doriana Fuksas, the terminal will no doubt be

Voted for on June 20, 2008 02:32pm

The Worst Movie Ideas to Ever Get Funding
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The Worst Movie Ideas to Ever Get Funding

Movies – Quick list of films that don't make sense how/why they were made. Of course, the list is by no means exhaustive, but the following are some definite notables that come to mind.

Voted for on June 20, 2008 02:32pm

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12 year old girl's moving speech to the United Nations (16 years ago)

Family – "I'm only 16 years late posting this story, but I have a good excuse, in 1992 I was 14 years old, probably hadn't heard of this magical thing called the Internet and the environment was the last thing on my mind."

Voted for on June 20, 2008 02:32pm

Teen 'pregnancy pact' has 17 girls expecting
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Teen 'pregnancy pact' has 17 girls expecting

Family – A Massachusetts city is investigating an apparent teenage "pregnancy pact" that has at least 17 high-school girls expecting babies, four times more than last year, including many aged 16 or younger.

Voted for on June 20, 2008 02:31pm