A Busy Schedule Awaits our Aussie Stingers and Aussie Sharks
It's a big couple of weeks for our national water polo teams with the Aussie Stingers and Aussie Sharks playing overseas in the London Test Event and FINA World League Preliminaries in China and Japan.
Two-Week Suspension for Jones
Rebels forward Luke Jones has been suspended for two Super Rugby matches for a dangerous lifting tackle on Bulls left winger Bjorn Basson.
2012 London Test Event: Stingers into Final with Win over Hungary
The Aussie Stingers will meet the USA in the final of the women's water polo test event in London today, in what both teams hope will be a preview of the Olympic final in August.
Higher Risk of Birth Defects from Assisted Reproduction
A University of Adelaide study has identified the risk of major birth defects associated with different types of assisted reproductive technology.
A Single Stem Cell Mutation Triggers Fibroid Tumors
Fibroid uterine tumors affect an estimated 15 million women in the United States, causing irregular bleeding, anemia, pain and infertility. Despite the high prevalence of the tumors, which occur in 60 percent of women by age 45, the molecular cause has been unknown.
Regular Physical Activity and Active Lifestyle Lower Risk of Developing Alzheimer's Disease
Scientific studies have previously demonstrated that many lifestyle factors as well as diet can have a major impact on genetic expression that either promotes or inhibits the development of Alzheimer's dementia.
Fast Food Diet Increases Risk of Depression by More Than Fifty Percent
Providing more evidence to the motif 'you are what you eat', scientists have found that eating a fast food diet increases the risk for depression by more than fifty percent.
Parakeet Tells Police His Address
Piko-chan flew out of the window of his home near Tokyo, and couldn’t find his way back.
Almost a Third of Australian "Free Range" Eggs in Breach of Industry Code
Almost a third of eggs labelled as "free range" in Australia are produced in conditions that breach the egg industry's own regulations, according to new figures published by the Australian Egg Corporation Limited (AECL).
How a Cashless Society Promotes Tyranny
In yesterday's Daily Reckoning we left off with the idea that a cashless society promotes tyranny. That might seem like an odd subject to begin with today, given the show-stopping 50 basis point cut in the cash rate by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) yesterday.
Buy a House Now for Capital Gains and Income
On Thursday we predicted doom and gloom for the Australian housing market. More doom and gloom than we've seen already.
6 Tips for Making Healthy Choices When You're Eating Out On A Budget
It can be a challenge to find decent food for a decent price when eating out. This is how I eat well while not paying top dollar.
Going Naked to Keep Dead Sea Alive
Not far from the ancient cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, a thousand Israelis gathered in the nude. But they weren't planning a biblical orgy, and no one got turned into a pillar of salt. It was all about drawing attention to the Dead Sea, which is rapidly drying up.
Study Suggests New Approach to Explain Cancer Growth: Low Oxygen Levels
University of Georgia Professor Ying Xu and his colleagues analyzed information from microarray chips, which are small glass slides containing large amounts of gene material, and have found that low oxygen levels in cells may be a primary cause of uncontrollable tumor growth in some cancers.
“Mom, There’s a Fox in My Bed!”
The British tabloids were delighted with this story of a 9-year-old boy who called downstairs to his mother that there was a fox snoozing on his bed.
The Education Scam
In the news lately is the plight of the students. Everybody tells them they should go to college. But college is expensive. And since nobody has any money in America, they have to borrow. They end up with a worthless college degree and, on average, about $25,000 in debt.
Nestlé to Acquire Pfizer Nutrition for US$11.85 Billion
One of the world's largest food and nutrition companies, Nestlé, has announced its intention to acquire US-based global nutrition company Pfizer Nutrition for US$11.85 billion (AU$11.5 billion).
How and Why You Should Teach Your Child to Argue
Teaching kids how to confidently and effectively argue with you now will give them tools they need to stand up to peer pressure later.
World’s Biggest Armed Force – People’s Liberation Army
For years now, almost all the countries in the world have an army of its own, which is committed to protecting the national interests of the country against enemies.
Snap, Crackle, Pop…Crunch? Kellogg’s Adds Pringles to Their Mostly-Cereal Portfolio
Kellogg's plans to sweeten its' brand offering with a touch of salt in 2012. Their newest property is the recently purchased Pringles flagship, and the buy represents Kellogg's effort to chip away at the growing international snacks market.
Hidden Audio Reveals Autistic Child being Tormented, Bullied by Public School Teachers
The Cherry Hill Public School District in New Jersey is scrambling to sweep under the rug a truly shocking incident involving child abuse at one of its schools.
Why Underweight Babies Become Obese
It seems improbable that a baby born underweight would be prone to obesity, but it is well documented that these children tend to put on weight in youth if they're allowed free access to calories. Now, researchers believe they understand why this happens.
'Dark Knight Rises' Batmobile fights cancer
Creator of the iconic vehicle drives from Los Angeles to Vancouver to help raise cash for cancer research.
How Can I Help my Dog Lose Weight?
Exercise, portion control and some cool toys can help you win the battle of the bulge. (And be sure to check out the video of some super-smart dogs at the end.)
IKEA Introduces Disposable Cardboard Camera
Shipped flat, the KNÄPPA camera will assemble from a single piece of cardboard and two plastic screws.
Federal Budget: Ending Duty-free Cigarette Sales Would Pay for Broad Heart Agenda
The Heart Foundation and National Stroke Foundation today called for the Australian Government to abolish duty-free cigarette sales in the Federal Budget announcement, arguing the revenue could pay for a broad range of vital cardiovascular health initiatives.
Eurozone Manufacturing Slips While Asia is on a Roll
The manufacturing sector of Eurozone showed a sharp shrink in almost three years in April, while the data from Asia seems to be very impressive for the quarter.
Relinquishment of Care - Study to Help Families in Need
In a first of its kind, The University of Queensland is conducting an Australia-wide study of the relinquishment of care in the disability sector.
Titanic II to Set Sail in 2016
Complete replica of the doomed ship to feature state-of-the-art technology and every possible luxury.
Prince William Takes Aim At Poachers
Prince William, Britain's future king, has taken up the cause elephants and rhinos, who are being poached to extinction in Africa.