One of the most common causes of premature birth has been remedied. UK scientists say they developed a new technique that uses X-rays to examine tiny structures in amniotic membrane which surrounds a developing baby. The researchers say they’ve studied the way the mother’s waters burst in greater detail than ever before. “Rupture of […]
EU Mandates Biofuel – Glycerine Production Increases Over 130% In Two Years
The next few years, European markets will be swamped with glycerine, as biodiesel production from vegetable oils or animal fats accelerates. Europe aims to run cars on petrol and diesel produced at a minimum of 5.75% from biofuels by the year 2010. The surplus of glycerin supply on the European market will not only significantly […]
Homer Simpson’s Ephiphany
I went to see the Simpsons the other day with my twelve year old son. He had seen the movie before but was keen to see it again. On our way to the cinema, walking the streets of Amsterdam, he made a point of telling me not to blabber about things without thinking first. I […]
Anabolic Inquiries Into Bush’s Subconscious
DaVid DiVizio is a Canadian artist with a penchant for originality that’s as striking as it’s unintended. Or intended. DiVizio facilitates a bizarre ability to encompass both. He has queried President Bush’s words with a Personal Digital Assistent. He’s named this device Ana and is practically married to this ‘lady’. DiVizio and Ana have […]
The Real Impact Of Sanctions Against Iran Differs From The Political Impact
Talks between International Atomic Energy Agency officials and Iranian nuclear negotiators stretched out over several days this past week. At the same time, efforts among European countries and the US to devise their own or new sanctions against Iran also continued. The implications of the European initiative to devise its own sanctions against Iran are difficult to estimate […]
Putin’s Dictatorial Streak
Russian President Vladimir Putin isn’t anywhere near as funny as his predecessor Boris Yeltsin, yet his actions are far more outrageous. He’s little short of a dictator too. Just over one week ago, Putin shocked both domestic onlookers and the international community by stating his plans to hold onto power at the end of […]
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