An experimental drug by Merck that pushed the so-called good cholesterol to off-the-charts levels while also dropping bad cholesterol is renewing hopes for a novel way to lower heart risks. (Nov. 17)
Continue reading …In light of the news that Big Labor is pushing to exempt its members from policies it spent millions of their dues to support, this video seems especially appropriate: read more
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Photo: TreeHugger Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and this is one holiday where food is king, queen, court…well you get the point. TreeHugger writer Kelly Rossiter has whipped up (and sampled!) eight delicious vegetarian recipes — so you can pack your menu full of tasty delights and give your guests a Thanksgiving feast to remember. You’ll see options for vegetarians, vegans, and just plain foodies — and the remaining recipes will launch throughout the week, so check ba… Read the full story on TreeHugger
Continue reading …Not just cellphone use by the driver, but by everyone in the car : Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said using a cell phone while driving is so dangerous that devices may soon be installed in cars to forcibly stop drivers — and potentially anyone else in the vehicle — from using them. “There’s a lot of technology out there now that can disable phones and we’re looking at that,” said LaHood on MSNBC. LaHood said the cellphone scramblers were one way, and also stressed the importance of “personal responsibility.” … “I think it will be done,” said LaHood. “I think the technology is there and I think you’re going to see the technology become adaptable in automobiles to disable these cell phones. We need to do a lot more if were going to save lives.” What about the lives that will be lost because people in cars can’t report accidents that have occurred, or drunk drivers because their phones have been disabled by this nanny-state technology? Dear Obama administration:
Continue reading …Visions Statements Are Not Enough. Backcasting a Pathway to Sustainability.
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Image credit: WTL Photos , used under Creative Commons license. I’ve never liked vision statements. All too often they smack of wishful thinking and fantasy. Yet the environmental movement is rife with them. As I have argued many times before, the green movement needs a concrete plan , and that plan needs to embrace strategic thinking … Read the full story on TreeHugger
Continue reading …Blue’s Mikey microphone for iPhone and iPod finally shipping to picky recorders
November 17, 2010 No Comment
If you need a little better acoustic recording from your iPhone or iPod , or if your portable device is simply fitting a little too easy into your pants pocket, Blue Microphones has your solution. Its Mikey microphone is finally shipping, after getting a debut nearly a year ago . The specs are still the same as we expected before, including CD-quality recording in stereo or mono with a swiveling base that lets it cover 230 degrees of your own little sound field. One thing that has changed, and quite nicely, is the cost: down to $80 from the previously expected $99 MSRP. Everybody likes that. Blue’s Mikey microphone for iPhone and iPod finally shipping to picky recorders originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:29:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Palestinian sources say operatives wanted to carry out suicide attack in Jerusalem, kill Nablus mayor
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Images via Yanko It seems like there’s hardly anything new under the sun when it comes to solar power ideas these days. The Day Shade Night Light is one such design. The patio umbrella gathers sunlight during the day while providing shade, stores the energy in batteries in its stand, and provides a canopy of light during the evening. While not novel, the design does have some improved features over past ideas. … Read the full story on TreeHugger
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Russell Crowe says he was initially adamant he wouldn’t sign up to his latest project, ‘The Next Three Days,’ despite being a fan of director Paul Haggis. (Nov. 17)
Continue reading …VIZIO launches latest XVT series HDTVs, new Blu-ray players with 3D today
November 17, 2010 No Comment
Say hello to the new VIZIO XVT 3D series, while the XVT Pro line announced earlier this year (and that 72-inch model we were drooling over) were not to be, these 42-, 47- and 55-inch HDTVs are real and on sale today through Amazon, Sam’s Club and Target’s online shops and should be on shelves later this month. Features like the number of LED backlighting zones (for the 47- and 55-, the 42-inch features edge LED lighting), claimed contrast ratio, WiFi N and VIZIO Internet Apps are consistent with existing models, so the big addition this time around is 480Hz refresh rate and obviously, 3D readiness (active shutter glasses not included). VIZIO’s also announced two new 3D compatible Blu-ray players to match for $189, plus a new router and some high priced HDMI cables to fill out the lineup. Full specs and prices are in the press release after the break, but with a premium of $300-$400 on Amazon over the award winning 2D-only XVT3SV lineup (we have one in for review, hint: it’s excellent), most will probably want to wait for some kind of package deal unless there’s a copy of NBA 2K11 3D or Black Ops burning a hole in their console right now. Continue reading VIZIO launches latest XVT series HDTVs, new Blu-ray players with 3D today VIZIO launches latest XVT series HDTVs, new Blu-ray players with 3D today originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:06:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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