Science/Environment
Make your own biodiesel fuel and save big money
As gasoline prices climb above $4 per gallon, the value of biodiesel fuel – particularly making it yourself – becomes increasingly attractive.
Friday, April 22nd, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Fukushima disaster lays bare the cost of nuclear power
Rising construction costs and the potential cost of a nuclear accident are making clean energy alternatives more attractive to investors.
Friday, March 25th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Daylight saving time 2011 not likely to save energy in the U.S.
The sun will rise an hour earlier on March 13, 2011, but a study in Indiana found daylight saving time increased, not lowered, energy costs.
Monday, February 28th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Congressional commission investigating clean-energy loan promises
A congressional committee is second-guessing the use of government power to guarantee -- but not yet pay back -- loans for clean energy.
Friday, February 18th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Toomer’s corner tree poisoning arrest made
The 130-year old oak trees at Toomer's Corner at Auburn University have been deliberately poisoned, and a man has been accused and arrested.
Thursday, February 17th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Solar Flare 2011: X-class flare may shut down communications
Sunspot 1158 sent a Valentine to the Earth: an X-class solar flare that could shut down communications and power grids across the globe.
Thursday, February 17th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Scientists unable to find source of anthrax used in 2001 attacks
A National Academy of Sciences review of the FBI investigation of the 2001 anthrax attacks found some glaring flaws in the FBI's findings.
Tuesday, February 15th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Link discovered between marijuana use and mental illness
A new study has found marijuana use can cause mental illness symptoms to emerge years earlier in people at risk for developing mental illness.
Tuesday, February 8th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Shark attacks worldwide in 2010 rose to highest level since 1980
Shark attacks increased 25 percent worldwide, but the recession and BP oil spill may account for a reduction of shark attacks in Florida ...
Monday, February 7th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Wild oysters extinct in many areas
The journal BioScience has declared that wild oysters are "functionally extinct." Does this mean no more oysters at your favorite restaurant?
Friday, February 4th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Cost of Cyclone Yasi to Australia will be in the billions
Cyclone Yasi has devastated the state of Queensland in Australia. The cost of the cyclone is expected to be more than $2 billion in total.
Friday, February 4th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Plastic free in February | Bloggers attempt to cut it out
For entire the month of February, several bloggers and their followers are going to attempt to live without using or buying any plastic.
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 by By Mary Rice
How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
EPA drinking water | 2011 update addresses rocket fuel tap water
Perchlorate -- rocket fuel -- and 16 other chemicals that could be dangerous to human health are being regulated out of drinking water by new EPA standards.
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Israeli study links clowns and IVF success by reducing stress
A study found a link between clowns and IVF success. Women visited by clowns after in-vitro fertility treatments became pregnant more often.
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Queensland coast of Australia braces for Cyclone Yasi
Cyclone Yasi is about to slam into the state of Queensland, the northeast part of Australia. The storm is the same size as Hurricane Katrina.
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Massive blizzard threatens to bury Chicago and Midwest in snow
A massive blizzard system is moving through the Midwest, which may bring massive snowfall. The Chicago area is expected to be hit hardest.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Peter Stone
The Earth will not likely have two suns in 2012
There is a rumor that the star Betelgeuse will go supernova in 2012 and cause the earth to have two suns -- or end. Both rumors are bogus.
Sunday, January 30th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
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