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Scientists close to understanding gravity … again
What, you thought Newton cracked this one already? Physicists at the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) say they may have a way to measure the effects of gravity at very short distances, say 1/1,000 the diameter of a human hair.
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Scientists close to understanding gravity … again
Social Media Puts the Power of On-Site Reporting in Everyone’s Hands if Done Responsibly
This afternoon I was glued to Twitter and Facebook, anxious for any news about friends inside the Discovery Channel building during the hostage situation.
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Social Media Puts the Power of On-Site Reporting in Everyone’s Hands if Done Responsibly
Fill the Backpack with Healthy Lunches
“Mommy, I like the lunches that you and Daddy make. Those school lunches look yucky.” -Little Miss Techie, First Grader I can understand Little Miss Techie’s avoidance of school lunches despite movements by the First Lady and celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s attempts to make them healthier but sometimes it can be a challenge to figure out what to include in the lunch box that will provided needed nutrition to hard working growing brains and bodies. Since our kids aren’t big sandwich eaters, I always look for new ways to include protein in their diets
Melissa Matthay
Screen shot from Knitty Gritty Season 4, with Melissa.I was so saddened to hear about designer, Melissa Matthay’s passing last week. I first met Melissa when she was a guest on Knitty Gritty, and then ran into her a few times over the years a industry events.Although I didn’t know Melissa well, I distinctly remember a conversation I had with her at a TNNA convention long ago. We talked about
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Melissa Matthay
It’s Not About the Book
LIVE STRONG ‘s Senior Director of Engagement, Heidi Adams, came to the Foundation from the cancer community. A young adult survivor of Ewing’s sarcoma, she founded an organization called Planet Cancer to address the needs and issues of young adults with cancer in their 20′s and 30′s. Planet Cancer’s vibrant online community, MyPlanet , is a place where young survivors can talk about life and insurance, dating and family, school, work and pretty much everything else under the sun.
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It’s Not About the Book
Spectroscopy now!
These are the latest science news links and snippets from Sciencebase: Diabetics drop the needle – A new device based on Raman spectroscopy has been developed by scientists at MIT to help patients with diabetes monitor their blood glucose levels without needing to prick their fingers to take a blood sample. Pocket spotted – Researchers have identified a new class of chemicals that bind to a previously unknown allosteric pocket-a pocket outside the enzyme active site-and inhibit the enzyme FPPS.
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Spectroscopy now!
Calif. lawmakers to anti-plastic advocates: That’s not my bag, baby!
California lawmakers have rejected a bill seeking to ban plastic shopping bags after a contentious debate over whether the state was going too far in trying to regulate personal choice, the Associated Press reports. The Democratic bill, which failed late Tuesday, would have been the first statewide ban, although a few California cities already prohibit their use. Supporters of the bill said it would be good for the environment while opponents claimed the measure would be bad for the economy
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Calif. lawmakers to anti-plastic advocates: That’s not my bag, baby!
Hamilton Beach Half Pint Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker
Just because summer is coming to a close, doesn’t mean you have to give up the sweet treats of the season. This miniature ice cream maker will whip up a 1/2 pint of delicious, home made dessert is only minutes. You can use your own natural ingredients so that you know just what you’re getting…and there’s no rules about weird flavor combinations, so get mixing! $26.99 @ Amazon
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Hamilton Beach Half Pint Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker
New PATTERNS: Whirlwind Wrap & Tuxita Baby Tunic!
The patterns for my latest designs for Caron and their Simply Soft ad, are now available on their website! Get ‘em for free, by clicking on the text links below.Crocheted Whirlwind WrapThe Whirlwind Wrap is perfect for the gal-on-the-go. It’s crocheted using the Bullion Stitch (see how-to video below) and has a buckle embellishment that adds both a little funk, and practicality. Nab the yarn for
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New PATTERNS: Whirlwind Wrap & Tuxita Baby Tunic!
It’s my sister’s 18th birthday in two days and I haven’t gotten her anything!
We were out of the country for a month and I wasn’t able to get her anything then, and we got back yesterday. It’s her 18th birthday and she’s going off
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It’s my sister’s 18th birthday in two days and I haven’t gotten her anything!
Jon Scieszka’s Spaceheadz Engages Readers in Print and Online (giveaway)
I am beyond thrilled to introduce today’s Tech Savvy Guest, author Jon Scieszka ! Author of favorites such as The True Story of the Three Little Pigs , The Time Warp Tri o series, and the Caldecott Honor Book, The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Fairy Tales , Scieszka was named by the Library of Congress as the first Nationa l Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and is the author of the brand new book Spaceheadz , a wonderful tale of attempted alien invasion that will engage elementary readers with new content both in print and also online.
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Jon Scieszka’s Spaceheadz Engages Readers in Print and Online (giveaway)
Vision Aids for Independent Living
Low vision doesn’t have to put the kibosh on your independence or keep you from doing the things you love. Imagine how your life might change with vision aids specially designed to talk you through, brighten up, magnify or navigate your way through the day. This tour through our Shop By Condition: Blindness/Low Vision category offers hundreds of daily living products to make life easier for individuals at any level of vision impairment.
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Vision Aids for Independent Living
what do i buy a boyfriend of 1yr for his birthday, 1yr anno and for christmas?
It nearly my boyfriends 17th birthday and also nearly our one year anniversary i have no clue what to get him and to make life a little easier its christmas
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what do i buy a boyfriend of 1yr for his birthday, 1yr anno and for christmas?
Retro Gaming Handheld Player
Video games have made magnificent strides over the years, but some old-school gamers still long for the days of 2D graphics and the “beeps” and “boops” we called a soundtrack. This retro console emulator plays ROMs from the NES, SNES, GBA, Sega Genesis, and Neo Geo systems in a handheld package. The 4GB of storage can be expanded with a mini-SD card to keep all of your classic favorites handy.
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Retro Gaming Handheld Player
VIDEO:How to Make Newspaper Yarn
My latest LarkCrafts.com post is up! This week, I show you how to recycle newspaper into yarn that you can then use to make a cool, frame front from my book, AwareKnits.Watch the video here.Craft.Rock.Love,VickieTwitter: @vickiehowell FB: facebook.com/vickiehowellFlickr: flickr.com/photos/craftrocklove
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VIDEO:How to Make Newspaper Yarn
Chad Ward's Story
Chad took part in the LIVE STRONG at the YMCA program and shares his story below. LIVE STRONG at the YMCA supports people affected by cancer to reach their health and well-being goals. Programs have been implemented across the country with 150 locations nationwide expected this year
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Chad Ward's Story
Mother & Child Tote Bag
Not only does the extra handle on this bag encourages children to enjoy shopping with their parents, but one euro from each purchase is donated to the Reisenthel-Initiative, a German charity supporting children’s’ day care facilities. The design on this tote may be simple, but promotes a very profound message of parent-child togetherness. $27.95 @ Amazon
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Mother & Child Tote Bag
How to Find Unique Wearable Gifts for Dogs
Fashion for Fido (Image courtesy of Tree Parlor) According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association’s most recent National Pet Owners Survey, there are about 77.5 million owned dogs in the US. Thirty-nine percent of US households own at least one dog, with nearly one out of four owning two dogs. So chances are you’ve got dog lovers in your life.
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How to Find Unique Wearable Gifts for Dogs
Chemweb, A-levels, vuvuzelas again
These are the latest science news links and snippets from Sciencebase: Chemical news – Two years on, a simple color change test emerges from China for melamine in milk, The Alchemist learns. Also, with a Chinese connection, new insights into the mode of action of a former herbal remedy for fever could improve the outlook for malaria drugs. Materials news sees a thin film being stretched to double up its functionality, while applying pressure to another makes it a superconductor
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Chemweb, A-levels, vuvuzelas again
Treating Pain Around the World
LIVE STRONG believes in your right to live without pain. In many countries pain is viewed as an afterthought or ignored all together because of stigma and lack of education. We are working with the Pain and Policy Studies Group to ensure that patients all over the world have access to pain medication to ensure a better quality of life.
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Treating Pain Around the World