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Scientists Discover Gossip Is Good For Women’s Health

June 10th, 2009 at 5:32 pm » Comments (0)

Gossiping good for women’s health 
Men might argue that the last thing women need is another reason to gossip but scientists have discovered that it could be good for their health.
 



Hummingbird Declared Fastest Animal On Earth

June 10th, 2009 at 11:38 am » Comments (0)

Anna’s Hummingbird is the fastest animal in the world, scientists have discovered.
Researchers have found that the spectacular courtship dive of the Anna’s Hummingbird makes it comparatively speedier than a jet fighter at full throttle or the space shuttle re-entering the atmosphere. (video)



Biologist Discovers Pink-Winged Moth

June 10th, 2009 at 11:12 am » Comments (0)

New moth species, Lithophane leeae 
University of Arizona biologist Bruce Walsh has identified a new species of moth in southern Arizona. Normally, this is not a big deal. The region is one of the most biologically rich areas in the country and collectors have been finding hundreds of new species for decades. This one, however, is [...]



Bedtimes Linked To Teens Depression

June 10th, 2009 at 10:42 am » Comments (0)

More kids getting less sleep
Teens whose parents let them stay up after midnight on weeknights have a much higher chance of being depressed or suicidal than teens whose parents enforce an earlier bedtime, says research being presented today at a national sleep conference.



Online Advertising Down

June 10th, 2009 at 10:24 am » Comments (0)

Online advertising revenues have fallen
Asked about a possible recession early in 2008, IDC analyst Karsten Weide said, “We think there will be some effect on advertising spending overall, but online ad spending will almost be unaffected-even if there’s a depression.”
What a difference a year makes.



Searching for Worst ‘Dad Dancers’

June 10th, 2009 at 7:52 am » Comments (0)

A father unglued.

Fathers used to embarrassing their children with their dance moves are being urged to show off their skills in public – all in the name of art. Gallery bosses at The Lowry Centre, in Salford, are urging families to submit video clips in their search for the “most embarrassing dad dancers”.
The top 10 [...]



Ecco GPS Keychain Stops Loss

June 10th, 2009 at 7:45 am » Comments (0)

If you are the sort of person who constantly loses things, like your car (I have done this a few times in large car parks), then you might need one of these Ecco GPS Keychains.
The Ecco GPS Keychain can be programmed with up to 3 different locations at a time, so when you leave your [...]