Billions of dollars worth of U.S. taxpayer-funded construction projects intended to rebuild the infrastructure of Afghanistan and win the support of the Afghan people, are now so far behind schedule they may not have any effect “for several years,” and…
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Report Slams US-Funded Projects in Afghanistan
Posted on 31 July 2012.
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Apple vs. Samsung Patent Trial Begins: 10 Things You Should Know
Posted on 31 July 2012.
Apple vs. Samsung Patent Trial Begins: 10 Things You Should Know (
Page 1 of 2 )Apple and Samsung are locked in what might just be the biggest patent infringement litigation campaign of the 21st century in courtrooms around the world. The latest phase…
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Happiness Happens–All Month Long!
Posted on 31 July 2012.
Happy ‘Happiness Happens’ Month!! Yes, August is the time to notice, discuss, and promote your happiness, and help others do the same.
Happiness Happens Month is an important observance brought to you by the Secret Society of Happy People, a not-so-se…
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The magnificent seven deadline deals
Posted on 31 July 2012.
It was a very active final day to a very active trade season. A look at the seven most interesting trades of the last week or so:
Zach Greinke to the Angels: The Angels gave themselves the best rotation in the game as they try to catch the Rangers in …
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How the Olympics Makes Me Think About Disability, Not Sex
Posted on 31 July 2012.
I’m surprised by how much of the Olympics I’ve been watching (considering that I don’t have cable, don’t have enough free time, and have an aversion to competitive sports developed over years of being called names and being called last for anything inv…
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Stress, Health, and Staying Balanced
Posted on 31 July 2012.
Each new month brings a starting-off point for making healthy changes in your life. Learning to regain your balance when life throws you a curve, discovering how your stressors may be affecting your health, and making stress management an ongoing prio…
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Which Airports Have Scanners?
Posted on 31 July 2012.
Here’s a frequently asked flyer question: which airports have scanners? You know, those TSA x-ray machine things that send pictures of your naked body to some faceless TSA employee (yeah, no, we’re not crazy about those AIT scanners). Well, the answer …
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Could LeBron, Kobe and Durant beat the Dream Team?
Posted on 31 July 2012.
The biggest question of the summer – aside from “Where will Dwight Howard play next year?” – is “could the 2012 Olympic Team beat the Dream Team?”
My take? No way. Here’s why:
1992 vs. 2012: Could LeBron, Kobe and Durant beat the Dream Team?.
Sourc…
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Where Will Dwight Howard Land?
Posted on 31 July 2012.
The frenzy of player movement has died down considerably, but the biggest prize of the offseason is still stuck on Orlando’s roster. Where will Dwight Howard land?
Dwight Howard Profile
Source: About.com
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Product Spotlight: Lekue Silicone Cooking Tools
Posted on 31 July 2012.
I’ve recently discovered a company called Lékué, a Spanish company that specializes in really well-designed, colorful and fun cooking equipment. Most of its line comprises silicone baking pans, but it offers other products that really capitalize on t…
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