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Rev Up For: the Science of Speed

Written by National Science Foundation
Sunday, 14 February 2010
The world of science education has a fast, new teammate: NASCAR, whose 2010 Sprint Cup race season begins in Daytona, Fla. on Feb. 14 with the Daytona 500, the most celebrated stock car race of the season.
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Existing-Home Sales Surge in Most States, Prices Up in More Areas

Written by NAR
Sunday, 14 February 2010
Washington, DC - Strong gains in existing-home sales were the predominant pattern in most states during the fourth quarter, with many more metro areas seeing prices rise from a year earlier, according to the latest survey by the National Association of Realtors.
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Batty About Bugs by Jackie Papandrew

Written by Jackie Papandrew
Sunday, 07 February 2010
I’ll admit to being a bit batty when it comes to bugs. Actually, if you ask my husband, he’ll tell you I’m more than a bit batty. I go insane over insects and not in a good way. When any kind of creepy crawly comes within a reasonable distance (meaning, when I can see it or hear it or even if I just imagine I’ve done so), I tend to engage in all kinds of undignified actions that amuse strangers and embarrass my family and friends.
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Anthony Robbins - Americas Mentor by Jerry Maldonado

Written by Jerry Maldonado
Sunday, 07 February 2010
If there is one person that stands out in the field of motivating others, Anthony Robbins (aka Tony Robbins) is considered the most recognized figure in the world. For three decades this passionate soul has shown the world how to create a life of abundance just by mastering that magic muscle between the left and right ear.
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Powering Cube Satellites

Written by MIT
Sunday, 07 February 2010
Right now, 10 to 15 Rubik’s Cube-sized satellites are orbiting high above Earth. Known as cube satellites, or “CubeSats,” the devices help researchers conduct simple space observations and measure characteristics of Earth’s atmosphere. One advantage is that they are relatively cheap to deploy:
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American Red Cross and Other United States Blood Centers Send Blood to Haiti

Written by Sunday NewsCape
Sunday, 07 February 2010
As medical teams in Haiti continue to evaluate and treat the victims of the devastating earthquake, the American Red Cross is coordinating shipments of blood and blood products to Haiti at the request of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
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Bone Marrow Transplantation Finding Provides Idea on Treating Degenerative Diseases

Written by University of Iowa
Sunday, 07 February 2010
A University of Iowa study suggests that cells derived from bone marrow transplantation, a treatment commonly used for blood-based cancers such as leukemia, could potentially be used to prevent transplanted organs from being rejected.
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Doctors Miss Major Cause of Infertility and Obesity

Written by Marla Paul - Northwestern University
Saturday, 06 February 2010
Gail Donnelly's classmates nicknamed her "Knobby" because she was so skinny all her bones seemed to poke out from under her skin. But when Donnelly turned 27, that once knobby frame disappeared under mysteriously ballooning weight. Her diet hadn't changed, she was still walking several miles a day, but she gained 50 pounds in just six months.
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Dos and Don’ts of Spring Cleaning

Written by Consumer Reports
Sunday, 07 February 2010
As warmer months draw near, nagging household chores that have been swept under the rug all winter become a priority. Spring cleaners who want to scour their homes from the top down need to look no further than the March issue of Consumer Reports. Cleaning experts created a list of helpful tips for tackling the tough jobs.
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AMA Launches New Web Site to Help Physicians Volunteer in Haiti

Written by AMA
Sunday, 07 February 2010
The American Medical Association announced its new Web site registry that can easily coordinate the deployment of physicians who are willing to volunteer with federal and private sector response organizations in Haiti. The AMA/NDLS™ Disaster Volunteer Physician Registry can be accessed and physicians can sign up at www.ama-assn.org/go/haiti-volunteer.
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