DIARY: Rate Decision Here, Europe, US Jobs Report
Another tough week is ahead of us. Central bank meetings here, in Japan, Europe and the UK, jobs data in the US, manufacturing surveys here and around the globe (except China) and of course the continuing fears about the stability of the eurozone and the markets.
How to Dispose of 8 Odd, Seemingly Difficult-to-Recycle Items
Bras, fake limbs and even sex toys can be kept out of the landfill through some innovative programs.
Death Blow to GMOs? California Ballot Initiative Calls for Mandatory Labeling of all Genetically Engineered Foods
In what is perhaps the most significant breaking news we've heard on the GMO front in a long time, an effort has just been announced in California that seeks to gather enough signatures to put an historical initiative on the ballot which would require the labeling of GMOs in foods.
3 Steps to Make Work+Life Flexibility Really Succeed for Your Business and Your People
I've decided that every time I read an article, study or blog post that talks about how people don't have meaningful access to flexibility, how managers don't support flexibility, and/or how flexibility policies don't match the actual practice in the business (this week here and here), I'm going to re-publish the following article on my blog.
Hoey Thrilled by Dubai Qualification
Michael Hoey is ecstatic about qualifying for the lucrative Dubai World Championship after his victory on the weekend.
SRU Set to Stand by Robinson
Despite Scotland's early exit from the World Cup the Scottish Rugby Union retain faith in coach Andy Robinson.
Palmer Wary of Wounded French
Tom Palmer insists that England would be foolish to underestimate France despite their recent loss to Tonga and the turmoil in their camp.
Even All Blacks are Replaceable - IRB
IRB chief executive Mike Miller has hit back at the NZRU's threats to boycott the 2015 World Cup by saying that even the All Blacks can be replaced.
A Road Trip Through Mississippi Shopping Territory
The shelves of the Palate Gourmet Kitchen Store (W12102 Hwy. 35, thepalate.net, bottles of olive oil from $20) in Stockholm Wis., are lined with the kind of specialty items only a true foodie would love (or know how to use): Asaro-brand orange-flavored olive oil, La Perruche cane sugar, Comptoir de Famille cheese knives, etc.
Could Grandma Come Back as a Squirrel?
Not too long ago I was sitting with my step-brother Nicky in a small park in New York City, discussing the afterlife.
Single Motherhood is a Full Time Job in SOS Villages Complete with Benefits and Pensions
Unmarried women in India's first SOS Village make careers--complete with stresses, medical benefits and pensions--out of caring for large groups of abandoned and orphaned children. Boasting about their offspring comes with the territory.
Emaar’s Dubai Bank Write-Off Sends Profits Tumbling
Some mixed news for Emaar properties, one of Dubai's - state owned - master developers. That is, mixed news, not in a share of good and bad news, but rather in the fact that the bad news was tinged with goodness.
Hidden Camera Water Fluoridation Video Released by InfoWars
The InfoWars team has released stunning secret video footage showing how the toxic chemical fluoride (actually fluorosilicic acid) is dumped into the public water supply in Austin, Texas.
'Our Bodies, Ourselves' Still Helping Women after 40 Years
"Our Bodies, Ourselves," the classic book about women's health and sexuality written for women by women, celebrates its 40th anniversary this week. In this excerpt from its new 2011 edition, a look at what has changed since the 1970s.
Players Still Waiting for IPL Cash
Several foreign stars are still owned payments from their Indian Premier League franchises for the 2010 season, according to the Federation of International Cricketers Association (FICA).
Shane Watson Considers Drop Down the Order
Shane Watson admits he might have to move down the Australian batting line-up in order to ease his heavy workload.
Top Names Confirmed for Malaysia
Camilo Villegas, one of golf's most popular and charismatic characters, has confirmed his participation at this year's CIMB Asia Pacific Classic, Malaysia, to be staged at The MINES Resort & Golf Club from October 27-30.
Misconduct Charges Filed Against Samoan Tweeter
Samoa centre Eliota Fuimaono-Sapolu has been charged with misconduct after he accused Welsh referee Nigel Owens of bias and racism. via social media network Twitter.
Hufanga Suspended for Five Weeks
Tonga wing Sukanaivalu Hufanga has received a five-week suspension after being found guilty of an act of foul play.
A Green Nudge - Pointing People In The Right Direction
US president Barack Obama copped a bit of flak in 2009 for appointing a Harvard law professor to a senior White House regulatory position.
Hansen Heads Omega Charge
Queensland's Adam Hansen will lead the Omega Pharma - Lotto team next month in his debut at the Jayco Herald Sun Tour.
Rush is Wrong (about General Motors)
Limbaugh blasts GM for trying to sell the Chevrolet Volt in China, but his central premise (based on a New York Times story, no less) may be wrong.
Squid Row: Jumbo Squid Invade California (Again)
'Jumbo' Humboldt squid are swarming off the U.S. West Coast, echoing past invasions in 2007 and 2010. Experts say it may be a sign of things to come.
Coke to Personalise Packaging for Australian Mass Market this Summer
In a world-first Australian experiment, Coca-Cola is replacing the "Coke" branding with one of 150 of Australia's most popular personal first names for its next summer marketing campaign.
Aldi's Federal Court Win Signals Possible Eftpos Fees for Customers
Aldi has won its Federal Court case against ePAL, which has been found liable for misleading and deceptive conduct under the Competition and Consumer Act.
AFG Warns Against 'Laughable' One Big Switch
Mortgage industry aggregator Australian Finance Group (AFG) has come out in support of the broker proposition, by issuing a warning to consumers over the loan offer being provided by One Big Switch.
DIY High Protein Fish Food From Algae
Growing your own fish food for aquaponics is the holy grail for many folk wishing to be autonomous and not dependent on commercial fish food pellets.
FBI Intercepts its Own Terrorist Plot Against US Capitol, Pentagon
Truth be told, the biggest terrorist threat that Americans currently face does not originate from al-Qaeda. In a shocking revelation that essentially confirms the US government's involvement in funding, promoting, and even initiating terrorism, the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was recently exposed for intercepting what can only be considered its own terrorist plot to send drone bombs into the US Capitol and the Pentagon.
Link of "Informed Consent" on Abortion with Mental Health Disorders Fails Court Test
An appeals court struck a suicide advisory from a South Dakota abortion law, underscoring decades of research finding no link between the procedure and mental health disorders. But the idea of psychological harm remains active in several states.
Big Business Backs Anti-Bullying Campaign
CEOs, celebrities, sportsmen and ministers have formed an unlikely coalition – all in the name of a newly unveiled national campaign to stamp out bullying in the workplace and beyond.