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An introduction to Swine influenza

Swine influenza (also called swine flu, hog flu, pig flu and sometimes, the swine) is an infection by any one of several types of swine influenza virus. Swine influenza virus (SIV) is any strain of the influenza family of viruses that is endemic in pigs.

BBC Photographer bids farewell to Kodachrome... Online?

When the news hit back in June that Kodak would discontinue its Kodachrome film, dark room enthusiasts everywhere were crushed. One photojournalist is bidding adieu to this iconic film with the help of a 64-week online project.

Can Any of the NFL's 4 Remaining Winless Teams Win One?

A follow up to yesterday's post from the guys at Cubicle GM, a look at the remaining winless teams and their shot at winning a game this season.

Indoor/Outdoor Composting Machine; Verde Lifestyles

This has got to be one of the coolest household appliances I’ve ever seen. The NatureMill PLUS XE and PRO XE are designed to fit in your home under your sink or in a small area by the trash. Apparently they can even go outside, but who would want this sweet conversation piece outdoors?

Health 'reform' that leaves no one accountable

The debate over health-care reform has sparked all sorts of controversy over costs, regulations and choices. But one feature seems to have escaped notice: the built-in lack of accountability of our elected leaders for what health care will b

How To Make a Paper Airplane From A4/Letter size

Unlike most paper airplanes who start from square this one works and looks much better when made of A4 or Letter sheet of paper. I have no name for this one, it's inherited from the Stealth.

Senate Health Care Bill Will Get Every Democrat's Vote, Says

When it comes time to vote, every Democrat in the Senate; and perhaps more than one Republican; will support legislation overhauling the nation's health care system, the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee predicted Thursday. That assertion by Sen. Max Baucus, D-Mont., was a notable show of confidence...

Balloon boy pukes during live TV interview

Falcon Heene's "balloon saga" has drawn new attention after the child remarked to his father in one interview with CNN Thursday, "You had said we did this for a show," a comment his father quickly disavowed. After being questioned about the comment during interviews Friday, Falcon vomited on live TV.

Obama lied. Again. Earmarks in new bill.

INAL - Final score for game one of the Phillies vs. Dodgers - Phillies win 8-6. The Phillies Dodgers win came after Phillies’ Carlos Ruiz and Raul Ibanez hit three run homers

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