Sharks have always been known for their copious amounts of sharp, durable teeth — you probably learned about them in grade school science class, and maybe even collected old shark teeth that had washed up on the beach. But when a group of researchers made an actual power saw out of shark’s teeth, it became […]
Read MoreIt’s likely that seven states will consider legislation governing the sale of used tires in the coming year, online industry publication Tire Business reported Jan. 23. Such legislation would set safety standards and ban the sale of tires that do not meet those standards. “Safety is the highest priority of the tire industry,” Dan Zielinski, […]
Read MoreAs if the severity of the 2014-2015 cold and flu season wasn’t enough cause for concern, a recent measles outbreak linked to Disneyland has spread across Southern California, forcing the Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo urgent care center to temporarily close its doors on Monday. Late Monday morning, Sharp Healthcare tweeted that is had closed its […]
Read MoreAs the United States produces oil from new sources via fracking and horizontal drilling, global oil prices are nearing six-year lows. Drivers and airlines are obviously benefiting from the price drop, but one of the biggest beneficiaries is less obvious. Producers of plastic packaging are situated in a great position to prosper from this change. […]
Read MoreAs a new year of marketing gets underway, digital marketers are keeping their eyes on the trends that seem to be gaining traction in the new year. “Change is happening at an ever-increasing pace — and that looks set to continue into the foreseeable future,” Trond Lyngbø of Search Engine Land reminded readers Jan. 15. That kind […]
Read MorePets are an integral part of American society. Some people keep dogs, others keep cats, some even keep parrots or hedgehogs. Up until very recently, Laura Mattson, of Los Angeles, kept an alligator. Jaxson the alligator had been purchased at a pet store in 1967, and lived happily with Laura and her now-deceased husband Jim, […]
Read MoreIt’s about that time that rumors begin to circulate about the next potential presidential candidates, and Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) recently completed a two-day tour in New Hampshire, which is the first Republican primary state. It’s expected that the tea partier will run for President in 2016. What stands out about this week’s visit are […]
Read MoreBeing sick is of course challenging and no good or convenient time to be sick can ever exist. Being able to go to urgent care facilities and be seen by emergency service physicians can make a world of difference when it comes to keeping yourself and your family healthy. Most people are aware of the […]
Read MoreIndia is eager to join the boon of electronics manufacturing pioneered by its eastern neighbors. The Dollar Business reports that Indian leaders and business owners want to expand India’s electronics manufacturing industry, which is considered “almost negligible” compared to the output of India’s neighbors such as China. Nearly 90% of India’s electronics are met through […]
Read MoreResidents of Hollister, California are upset by the loss of a local playground earlier this month. The playground at Calaveras Elementary School was completely destroyed by a fire on January 9th. Police believe that the fire was arson. The playground had two structures, and the larger one has been completely destroyed, as the metal frame […]
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