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Some links to some sources may require subscription.
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from ABC News (& affiliates)
Russian Deputy PM Laughs at Obama’s Sanctions
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from About.com
Scenes of Ireland in the 19th Century
Irish Cream Fudge
Recipe
Avoid "Green Teeth" this St. Patrick's Day
[from 2009] Just a friendly reminder: there are actually a few risks associated with drinking green beer.
Irish Cream Fudge
Recipe
Avoid "Green Teeth" this St. Patrick's Day
[from 2009] Just a friendly reminder: there are actually a few risks associated with drinking green beer.
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from ACLJ (American Center for Law and Justice)
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from AMAC - The Association of Mature American Citizens
A Warning From France – The Welfare State Does Not Work
I’ve Been Told I’m Scots-Irish…Am I Irish? Am I Scottish?
What is Scots-Irish or Scotch-Irish? It generally refers to the group of about 200,000 immigrants that made their way to America in the 1700s from the Ulster province of Ireland. They were Protestants who settled in large numbers in Pennsylvania and then migrated either south into Virginia and the Carolinas or westward into Ohio, Indiana and beyond.
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from Ancestry.com
I’ve Been Told I’m Scots-Irish…Am I Irish? Am I Scottish?
What is Scots-Irish or Scotch-Irish? It generally refers to the group of about 200,000 immigrants that made their way to America in the 1700s from the Ulster province of Ireland. They were Protestants who settled in large numbers in Pennsylvania and then migrated either south into Virginia and the Carolinas or westward into Ohio, Indiana and beyond.
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from The Blaze
from CNN
The U.S. is relinquishing control of domain names. Here's why.
The United States has long planned to give up its unique role as steward of the Internet's domain name system, but it's unclear what kind of entity will replace it.
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from CNSNews.com (& NewsBusters)
Tax Revenues Hit Record in First 5 Months of FY14; 5-Month Deficit Still $377B
A Touching Message from People with Down Syndrome to a Scared Future Mom
NBC Today Show Co-Host Guthrie Marries a Clinton-Gore Operative
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from Columbia Basin Herald
A federal jury ruled in partial favor of a Moses Lake man whose pet was killed by a sheriff's deputy in 2010.
Judges uphold ML man's convictions
Moses Lake man was read rights once, and once was enough to uphold conviction of illegal drug and firearm possession.
Legislature passes supplemental budget
Boundaries, possible bond covered at Moses Lake School District meeting
The meeting was the latest in a series hosted by district officials, where district patrons can ask any and all questions of Moses Lake School Board members and administrators. The next meeting is scheduled from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on April 24 in the library at Peninsula Elementary School, 2406 West Texas St.
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from Conservative Outfitters
from The Daily Beast
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from The Daily Caller
US college professor demands imprisonment for climate-change deniers
What is a pulsar?
A pulsar is a neutron star that emits beams of radiation that sweep through Earth’s line of sight. Cool video from NASA!
First direct evidence of cosmic inflation
Astrophysicists say this work offers new insights into some of our most basic questions: Why do we exist? How did the universe begin?
Diesel spill threatens home
A ranch house may be the next victim of a tumbling pup trailer that spilled almost 5,000 gallons of diesel just north of Pendleton.
The New York Times’ 3 Worst Corrections On Christian Holidays*
*Technically, one of these might not be real.
from EarthSky
What is a pulsar?
A pulsar is a neutron star that emits beams of radiation that sweep through Earth’s line of sight. Cool video from NASA!
First direct evidence of cosmic inflation
Astrophysicists say this work offers new insights into some of our most basic questions: Why do we exist? How did the universe begin?
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from East Oregonian
A ranch house may be the next victim of a tumbling pup trailer that spilled almost 5,000 gallons of diesel just north of Pendleton.
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from Facecrooks
Mark Zuckerberg Calls Out Govt. Interference with Facebook
Last week, Zuckerberg called President Obama to express frustration about how the government is damaging user trust in the Internet. He went on to say, "The US government should be the champion for the internet, not a threat."
Last week, Zuckerberg called President Obama to express frustration about how the government is damaging user trust in the Internet. He went on to say, "The US government should be the champion for the internet, not a threat."
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from The Federalist
The New York Times’ 3 Worst Corrections On Christian Holidays*
*Technically, one of these might not be real.
The “Twin Evils” Of Government Oppression And Inequality
Experiencing the true bigness of big government
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Experiencing the true bigness of big government
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from Fox News (& affiliates)
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from Freedom Foundation (WA)
Top 10 Quotes from WA Union Bosses and Politicians
The 2014 legislative session proved that union bosses will say almost anything to protect their own power.
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The 2014 legislative session proved that union bosses will say almost anything to protect their own power.
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from The Globe and Mail (Canada)
from Greatist
How to Choose the Best Personal Trainer for You
There’s no doubt about it; exercising regularly with an expert running the show is good for you.
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from The Heritage Foundation (The Foundry)
Celebrating 'the Most Transparent Administration in History'
Just a little over a year ago today, President Obama declared, “This is the most transparent administration in history.” But as it turns out, that depends on how you define transparency.
WATCH: California Anchors Dive Under Desk During Earthquake
Obamacare March Madness Push: Have a 'Game Plan' or You'll Get a Terrible Disease
WATCH: Children With Down Syndrome Tell Pregnant Mom About the Happy Life Her Son With Down Syndrome Will Have
How to Hide Billions in Taxpayer Money and Get Away With It
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from History
Did an Irish Monk “Discover” America?
St. Patrick’s Day Myths Debunked
[from 16 Mar 2012]
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from Huffington Post
from iFIBER ONE News (WA)
Moses Lake man was on bail, skipped sentencing and arrested after stand-off
Mistaken identity triggers police chase through Ephrata, Soap Lake
Moses Lake middle school students excel at Science Olympiad Saturday
Security company owner tries to have charges dismissed
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World’s Smallest St. Patrick’s Day Parade: There’s Only One Marcher And He’s Been Doing It For 20 Years
As the old Irish saying goes, “There are only two kinds of people in the world; the Irish, and those who wish they were.”
Survey: One-Third of Uninsured Don’t Plan to Buy Obamacare – Regardless of the ‘Deadline’
Game On: GOP Finally Gears Up to Present an Official Alternative to Obamacare
Bill Gates Argues That Free Enterprise is Big for Charity & Making People’s Lives Better – You Should Believe Him
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from International Christian Concern
(PERSECUTION.org)
Pakistan Christian Asia Bibi In High Court Over Death Sentence
The case of Asia Bibi, a Christian woman wrongly accused of blasphemy, is set to be heard in court today. It remains to be seen whether or not she will receive the death sentence.
Islamists Behead Two Christian Women in Somalia
Islamists beheaded two Christians, one of them a mother of two, in front of the townspeople. The killers, members of Al-Shabaab, are quoted as saying they intend to "wipe out any underground Christian" living in their territory.
Former Lebanese PM Warns Middle East Religious Diversity Dying
ICC Note: Rising religious extremism is driving out a “religious pluralism” that has allowed for Christians, Muslims, Jews, and a variety of other faiths to live together. At a recent conference highlight the issue, a former minister from Lebanon highlighted how this trend is threatening to tear apart the region. He called on international groups, such as the United States, to back up their words with actions that will help to preserve the minority communities of the Middle East.
Prison Authorities Seize Christian Prisoner’s Bible
ICC Note: An Iranian pastor who is serving a prison sentence of six years had his cell raided and a Bible and other Christian books taken from him, Mohabat News reported. Benham Irani was taken into custody in 2010. Just recently he was sent to the hospital to receive treatment for the injuries he has suffered from repeated beatings in prison. Now the prison guards have confiscated books that he’d been given from the prison library.
Laos: Village Chief Attempts to Ban Christian Faith, Expel Christian Families
ICC Note: Although the Southeast Asian nation of Laos technically provides in its constitution for all citizens to practice whatever faith they choose, discrimination against Christian families is still common. In a recent incident, a village leader in the central part of the country tried to ban Christianity and threatened to expel five Christian families from their homes. Despite this, the report indicates that more are joining the faith as the families appeal to higher level authorities for protection. In past incidents, Christians have been driven from their homes and land.
Christians in Northwest Burma Cling to Faith Despite War, Persecution
ICC Note: The Kachin people of Northern Burma are believed to be more than 90% Christian. For decades, they have been in a struggle for independence from the military dictatorship of Myanmar. As a part of that conflict, Christian Kachin have been targeted because of their faith. In the last major military assault, more than 60 churches were reportedly burned to the ground. As one observer points out in this article, Buddhist temples are left untouched.
The case of Asia Bibi, a Christian woman wrongly accused of blasphemy, is set to be heard in court today. It remains to be seen whether or not she will receive the death sentence.
Islamists Behead Two Christian Women in Somalia
Islamists beheaded two Christians, one of them a mother of two, in front of the townspeople. The killers, members of Al-Shabaab, are quoted as saying they intend to "wipe out any underground Christian" living in their territory.
Former Lebanese PM Warns Middle East Religious Diversity Dying
ICC Note: Rising religious extremism is driving out a “religious pluralism” that has allowed for Christians, Muslims, Jews, and a variety of other faiths to live together. At a recent conference highlight the issue, a former minister from Lebanon highlighted how this trend is threatening to tear apart the region. He called on international groups, such as the United States, to back up their words with actions that will help to preserve the minority communities of the Middle East.
Prison Authorities Seize Christian Prisoner’s Bible
ICC Note: An Iranian pastor who is serving a prison sentence of six years had his cell raided and a Bible and other Christian books taken from him, Mohabat News reported. Benham Irani was taken into custody in 2010. Just recently he was sent to the hospital to receive treatment for the injuries he has suffered from repeated beatings in prison. Now the prison guards have confiscated books that he’d been given from the prison library.
Laos: Village Chief Attempts to Ban Christian Faith, Expel Christian Families
ICC Note: Although the Southeast Asian nation of Laos technically provides in its constitution for all citizens to practice whatever faith they choose, discrimination against Christian families is still common. In a recent incident, a village leader in the central part of the country tried to ban Christianity and threatened to expel five Christian families from their homes. Despite this, the report indicates that more are joining the faith as the families appeal to higher level authorities for protection. In past incidents, Christians have been driven from their homes and land.
Christians in Northwest Burma Cling to Faith Despite War, Persecution
ICC Note: The Kachin people of Northern Burma are believed to be more than 90% Christian. For decades, they have been in a struggle for independence from the military dictatorship of Myanmar. As a part of that conflict, Christian Kachin have been targeted because of their faith. In the last major military assault, more than 60 churches were reportedly burned to the ground. As one observer points out in this article, Buddhist temples are left untouched.
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from LiveScience
Nearly 50% in US Believe in Medical Conspiracy Theories
See also from 24 Jan 2012:
Countdown: 7 Medical Myths Even Doctors Believe
See also from 29 Dec 2010
10 Medical Myths that Just Won't Go Away
Kids' Electronic Media Use Linked with Poorer Well-Being
What Happened to Malaysia Flight MH370? 5 Likeliest Possibilities
Do Planes Get Struck by Lightning?
[from 10 Jun 2010] Most of the time, planes weather lightning just fine, but on occasion, it has brought down planes.
Emotions Go Viral on Facebook
While positive Facebook posts tend to generate other positive posts, negative posts tend to generate negative ones. But here's the good news: Positive posts tend to be more "contagious" than the negative variety.
Ancient Egyptian Kitten Skeletons Hint at Cat Domestication
The skeletons of six cats, including four kittens, found in an Egyptian cemetery may push back the date of cat domestication in Egypt by nearly 2,000 years.
100 Years Later: Remembering the Passenger Pigeon
Why Do Cats Bring Home Dead Animals?
[from 29 Mar 2013]
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from Money Talks News
The Truth About Secured Credit Cards
If you're looking to build your credit and need to start with a secured card, find out exactly what it is before signing up.
Stadium Beer Cup Outrage: Small and Large Are the Same!
Considering a Fixer-Upper? 15 Ways to Avoid a Money Pit
S-E-L-F-I-E for 9? Scrabble Fans Compete for New Word
Earning Minimum Wage? You Should Buy a Home Here
How long would someone have to work at minimum wage to pay for a house? It all depends on location.
Retractable Leashes – Use at Your Own Risk
One woman got a severed finger when her dog took off running on a retractable leash.
If you're looking to build your credit and need to start with a secured card, find out exactly what it is before signing up.
Stadium Beer Cup Outrage: Small and Large Are the Same!
Considering a Fixer-Upper? 15 Ways to Avoid a Money Pit
S-E-L-F-I-E for 9? Scrabble Fans Compete for New Word
Earning Minimum Wage? You Should Buy a Home Here
How long would someone have to work at minimum wage to pay for a house? It all depends on location.
Retractable Leashes – Use at Your Own Risk
One woman got a severed finger when her dog took off running on a retractable leash.
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from Mother Jones
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from Mother Nature Network
Transit use growing faster than vehicle use in the U.S.
Millennials are abandoning cars in favor of bikes, walking and car-sharing, and it's finally showing up in the national stats.
Mindful travel: Explore the top 10 ethical destinations for 2014
13 natural remedies for the ant invasion
[from 27 Mar 2012] Ants are making their way into homes this time of year. Thankfully there are natural pest control methods to help you cope with and eliminate the problem. Plus, many of the solutions use what you already have in your cupboard!
What do you know about snakes?
Test your slithering reptile knowledge and find out if you're snake-savvy with this quiz.
Hubble Celebrates 24th Anniversary with Infrared Image of Nearby Star Factory
Big Bang's "Smoking Gun" Confirms Early Universe's Exponential Growth
Observations confirm "inflation" of early universe to cosmological sizes in early instant.
Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: The Halls of Extinction
Ancient City of Petra Built to Align With the Sun
The Nabatean culture erected the city to highlight solstices, equinoxes.
Weed: A Gateway Drug Across Generations?
Climate Change Will Test Turtles’ Mettle
Sea turtles face a raft of threats in a warming world.
[from 27 Mar 2012] Ants are making their way into homes this time of year. Thankfully there are natural pest control methods to help you cope with and eliminate the problem. Plus, many of the solutions use what you already have in your cupboard!
What do you know about snakes?
Test your slithering reptile knowledge and find out if you're snake-savvy with this quiz.
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from NASA
Hubble Celebrates 24th Anniversary with Infrared Image of Nearby Star Factory
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from National Geographic
Big Bang's "Smoking Gun" Confirms Early Universe's Exponential Growth
Observations confirm "inflation" of early universe to cosmological sizes in early instant.
Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: The Halls of Extinction
Ancient City of Petra Built to Align With the Sun
The Nabatean culture erected the city to highlight solstices, equinoxes.
Weed: A Gateway Drug Across Generations?
Climate Change Will Test Turtles’ Mettle
Sea turtles face a raft of threats in a warming world.
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from National Journal
When U.S. Steps Back, Will Russia and China Control the Internet?
Some fear foreign powers will fill the void.
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from National Review
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from Natural Society
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Oregano Oil Could Help People Recover from Contagious Norovirus
Oregano Oil Could Help People Recover from Contagious Norovirus
Molecular Biologist Explains How THC Kills Cancer Completely
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from NBC News (& affiliates)
Who uses food stamps? Millions of kids, that's who
Six Theories, Four Last Words: Missing Jet by the Numbers
Angus T. Jones finds faith in exit from 'Two and a Half Men' — but apologizes for insulting creator Chuck Lorre's 'baby'
Once one of the highest paid child actors in television, Jones is now preaching to ministries and churches across the country.
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Six Theories, Four Last Words: Missing Jet by the Numbers
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from New York Daily News
Angus T. Jones finds faith in exit from 'Two and a Half Men' — but apologizes for insulting creator Chuck Lorre's 'baby'
Once one of the highest paid child actors in television, Jones is now preaching to ministries and churches across the country.
from New York Times
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from NPR (& affiliates)
The Dark History Of Green Food On St. Patrick's Day
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from NWCN (ID-OR-WA)
Seattle passes limits for rideshare companiesTerror arrest made near Blaine border crossing
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from Popular Science
'Huge' Physics Finding Supports Big Bang Theory
First evidence of gravitational waves sheds light on the creation of the universe.
This Scrabble-Playing Robot Talks Trash
The bot's programmers intentionally constrained its vocabulary, so it wouldn't be impossible to beat. But it ain't friendly.
You Probably Don't Care If You Get Your News From A Robot
TEDx: You Can Do Science Too!
Skin-Tight, Gravity-Mimicking Suit Gets Ready To Go To Space
Astronauts are supposed to wear the suit while inside spacecraft, to get a dose of gravity-like pressure while they're performing their daily tasks.
The Tantalizing Quest For Gravity Waves
From the April 1981 issue of Popular Science: "When scientists finally detect a form of energy they have never seen, they will open a new era in astronomy."
Bruce McCandless' Terrifying-Looking Spacewalk
U.S. Quietly Gives Up Control Over The Internet
The new plan: a global governing body that will totally not at all be heavily influenced by the United States.
Investigation Of Milestone Stem Cell Papers Finds No Misconduct So Far
Investigators examined two out of six accusations of plagiarism and falsification against the papers. They're still working on the remaining accusations.
Louisiana May Soon Repeal Creationism-In-Schools Act Ruled Unconstitutional In 1987
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from PreventDisease.com
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Gluten-Free Crackers Made With Hemp Flour and Green Tea Leaves May Soon Be Hitting The Market
Don't Know What You're Passionate About? Here Are 15 Ways To Discover It
Forget About Gatorade: Coconut Water Matches Carb-Electrolyte Sports Beverages
[from 7 Feb 2012] The rehydrating powers of coconut water match those of a carbohydrate-electrolyte sports beverage, says a new study.
Gluten-Free Crackers Made With Hemp Flour and Green Tea Leaves May Soon Be Hitting The Market
Don't Know What You're Passionate About? Here Are 15 Ways To Discover It
Forget About Gatorade: Coconut Water Matches Carb-Electrolyte Sports Beverages
[from 7 Feb 2012] The rehydrating powers of coconut water match those of a carbohydrate-electrolyte sports beverage, says a new study.
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from The Right Scoop
MARK LEVIN: Obama is Vladimir Putin’s DREAM president while he’s our NIGHTMARE president
MARK LEVIN on a few characteristics our next Republican nominee for president MUST have
AWESOME: Mark Levin SCHOOLS intolerant atheist caller
MARK LEVIN on a few characteristics our next Republican nominee for president MUST have
AWESOME: Mark Levin SCHOOLS intolerant atheist caller
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from Scientific American
Gravitational Waves from Big Bang Detected
A curved signature in the cosmic microwave background light provides proof of inflation and spacetime ripples
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from Skeptoid Podcast
The Cult of Nikola Tesla
The name of Nikola Tesla is associated with crazy conspiracy claims at least as much as with the real man and his real accomplishments.
Cosmos (2014) Episode 2: Best and Worst
from Slate
Jenny McCarthy Asks; the Internet Slam Dunks
By now you know about anti-vaccination mouthpiece Jenny McCarthy: how she claims vaccines cause autism (they don’t), how she “cured” her son of autism with a gluten-free diet (she didn’t), how she rails about vaccines being full of toxins (they aren’t) while injecting her face with the single most toxic protein known to science.
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from Slate's The Vault Blog
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from Space.com (& CollectSpace)
Major Discovery: 'Smoking Gun' for Universe's Incredible Big Bang Expansion Found
Astronomers have found the first direct evidence of cosmic inflation, the theorized dramatic expansion of the universe that put the "bang" in the Big Bang 13.8 billion years ago, new research suggests.
To Protect Earth from Killer Asteroids, Humanity Must Take the Long View
Cosmic Inflation Theory Confirmed? Q&A with Robert Wilson, Co-Discoverer of Big Bang Echo
Big Bang Theory: 5 Weird Facts About Seeing the Universe's Birth
Amazon CEO's F-1 rocket engine recovery team honored by Explorers Club
Tiny Planet Mercury Is Shrinking Fast
Rare Sight: Giant Asteroid Eclipses Bright Star Regulus This Week
Freaky Physics: Why the Discovery of Gravitational Waves Should Blow Your Mind
How Space Tech Helped Scientists ID Gravitational Waves from Big Bang Inflation
How Gravitational Waves Work (Infographic)
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from Sunny Skyz
Einstein's Right Again... This Is Perhaps The Greatest Discovery Of The Century
10 Things That Will Happen When You Start Pursuing Your Dreams
Astronomers have found the first direct evidence of cosmic inflation, the theorized dramatic expansion of the universe that put the "bang" in the Big Bang 13.8 billion years ago, new research suggests.
To Protect Earth from Killer Asteroids, Humanity Must Take the Long View
Cosmic Inflation Theory Confirmed? Q&A with Robert Wilson, Co-Discoverer of Big Bang Echo
Big Bang Theory: 5 Weird Facts About Seeing the Universe's Birth
Amazon CEO's F-1 rocket engine recovery team honored by Explorers Club
Tiny Planet Mercury Is Shrinking Fast
Rare Sight: Giant Asteroid Eclipses Bright Star Regulus This Week
Freaky Physics: Why the Discovery of Gravitational Waves Should Blow Your Mind
How Space Tech Helped Scientists ID Gravitational Waves from Big Bang Inflation
How Gravitational Waves Work (Infographic)
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from The Spokesman-Review
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Einstein's Right Again... This Is Perhaps The Greatest Discovery Of The Century
10 Things That Will Happen When You Start Pursuing Your Dreams
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from ThatsNonsense.com
5 hoaxes that prove people can be REALLY gullible
Whilst many rumours may be rather believable, at the other end of the spectrum there are plenty of hoaxes that really should have never have gotten off the ground. Ever.
Apple Ring Giveaway Hoax
There is no such thing as an Apple music ring, and no you can't win one by sharing a photo on Facebook.
Why The U.S. Is Giving Up Control Of The Internet Domain Name System
Cosmic Bulletins: Two Major Discoveries Rock Science
The Internet Is About to Take Its Next Giant Evolutionary Leap
The U.S. plan to relinquish stewardship of key technical functions that ensure the Internet runs properly drew praise and criticism over the weekend.
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Weather Channel Founder Explains the History of the Global Warming Hoax
5 hoaxes that prove people can be REALLY gullible
Whilst many rumours may be rather believable, at the other end of the spectrum there are plenty of hoaxes that really should have never have gotten off the ground. Ever.
Apple Ring Giveaway Hoax
There is no such thing as an Apple music ring, and no you can't win one by sharing a photo on Facebook.
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from Think Progress
Why The U.S. Is Giving Up Control Of The Internet Domain Name System
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from Time
Cosmic Bulletins: Two Major Discoveries Rock Science
The Internet Is About to Take Its Next Giant Evolutionary Leap
The U.S. plan to relinquish stewardship of key technical functions that ensure the Internet runs properly drew praise and criticism over the weekend.
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from Townhall.com
from TPNN (Tea Party News Network)
Weather Channel Founder Explains the History of the Global Warming Hoax
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from USA Today
from The Washington Times (DC)
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from The Weekly Standard
French Undressing
Christopher Caldwell observes that when political correctness meets overweening government power, a terrible politics is born.
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Voracious Worm Evolves to Eat Biotech Corn Engineered to Kill It
Major discovery bolsters Big Bang theory of universe
Major Discovery: 'Smoking Gun' for Universe's Incredible Big Bang Expansion Found
Crews work to contain Lower Valley brush fires
Fire season began with a bang this weekend as firefighters in the Lower Valley rushed to put out several controlled burns-turned-brush fires driven by wind and dry fuels, including one near Mabton that grew to more than 100 acres Sunday afternoon. No one was injured and no houses were damaged, though a Fish and Wildlife shop was destroyed along with some flatbed trucks.
from WIRED
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from Yahoo News
Major discovery bolsters Big Bang theory of universe
Major Discovery: 'Smoking Gun' for Universe's Incredible Big Bang Expansion Found
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from Yakima Herald-Republic
Crews work to contain Lower Valley brush fires
Fire season began with a bang this weekend as firefighters in the Lower Valley rushed to put out several controlled burns-turned-brush fires driven by wind and dry fuels, including one near Mabton that grew to more than 100 acres Sunday afternoon. No one was injured and no houses were damaged, though a Fish and Wildlife shop was destroyed along with some flatbed trucks.
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