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Most Socially Networked Cities in the U.S.

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Washington D.C. is the most socially networked city in America.

A new survey released by Men’s Health magazine names the top socially networked cities in America.  The top spot goes to Washington D.C., a city where staying connected can get out the vote, and virtual handshakes help shape our nation.  D.C. ranked above Atalnta, Ga., Denver, Colo., and Minneapolis, Minn.  Palo Alto, Calif., home to Facebook, did not even make the list of 100 cities.

 

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Alternative Transportation, Photo Perspectives, Science & Technology News

Volkswagen Bulli Microbus Comes with a Built-in iPad

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Volkswagen Bulli concept car

Volkswagen announced plans for a re-imagined Microbus for 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show. Germans call this iconic vehicle the Bulli. This is Volkswagen’s modern rendition of the Microbus introduced in the 1960′s. This concept carries a 113 horsepower motor and a lithium-ion battery pack. Theoretically, a full charge will carry you up to 186 miles with an hour of downtime to come back to full charge. It comes bundled with Apple’s iPad, integrated throughout the car’s systems. The tablet can interface with the Fender stereo system, the navigation, and even the air conditioner. (Pics)

 

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Historical Perspectives, New Discoveries, Science & Technology News

Lost City of Atlantis May Have Been Found By U.S. Research Team

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Greek philosopher Plato wrote about Atlantis some 2,600 years ago, describing it as “an island situated in front of the straits which are by you called the Pillars of Hercules.”

A U.S.-led research team may have finally located the lost city of Atlantis, the legendary metropolis believed swamped by a tsunami thousands of years ago in mud flats in southern Spain.

 

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Art, Breakthrough Thinking, Historical Perspectives, Science & Technology News

What If WiFi Networks Were Visible?

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WiFi Zones being visible would change your perspective.

It’s really convenient to have your own WiFi network which connects all WiFi-enabled gadgets. Routers are very cheap, as well as high speed broadband network access, thus a modern city is usually filled with hundreds of networks – of various signal strengths and various ranges. Three Scandinavian guys came out with an idea to visualize that contemporary phenomenon…

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Analysis, Health & Fitness, Science & Technology News

Study: ‘Apple’ Shape is No Less Healthy Than Being ‘Pear’ Shaped

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Body shape has no affect on health as once believed.

Being an ‘apple’ shape is no less healthy than being a ‘pear’, according to a new study that turns the long-held belief on its head.    Doctors have long thought that people with an ‘apple’ figure – a tendency to store fat around the belly rather than the hips – were at a higher risk of heart disease and stroke.

Analysis, Animals, Health & Fitness, Science & Technology News

Dog Owners Who Walk Their Dogs Regularly Are Healthier Than People Without Pets

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People who own and walk their dogs regularly are 34 per cent more likely to hit exercise targets.

Man’s best friend may be more than just a faithful companion.  A new study has revealed dog owners are more likely to reach recommended fitness levels than people without a pet.

 

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Famous Inventor, New Inventions, Science & Technology News

Melanie Romero is a Celebrity Judge at DaVinci Institute Inventor Showcase

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Melanie Romero with Karen Porte, inventor of TuGo

I thoroughly enjoyed this experience and hope to participate again next year.  For the first time in my life I was the Judge rather than the one being “judged”!  It was fun to see all of the different inventions and business ideas, and to talk with each participant about where they are in their process.  You can see me here with a great product called “TuGo” that helps hold beverages in the handles of your rolling luggage.  Pretty cool and very easy!

 

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