Feb 18
Contrary to popular belief, the Boy Scouts is not an organization created in the 1500s to maintain the bigoted status quo.
Feb 18
‘Parks And Rec’ Leslie And Ben’s Wedding Frenzy: The Gang Plans The Big Event (VIDEO)
Posted in: Today's ChiliThere is one thing that “Parks and Recreation’s” Ben Wyatt (Adam Scott) and Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) love as much as each other, and that is planning a major Pawnee event.
Last week’s episode of the NBC comedy ended with Ben’s surprise proposition to Leslie: What if they got married at the park benefit that the Parks and Rec staff had put together? It was certainly one of Ben’s better ideas, and Leslie was all for it.
But before they walk down the aisle in this week’s one-hour episode (Thurs., Feb. 21 at 8:30 p.m. EST), a few details have to be worked out. Who’ll get the cake? Who’ll officiate the ceremony? What will Leslie wear? During the bash, Ben and Leslie gathered the team to work out these details, and even though they were both in full delegating mode, they want to respect wedding traditions.
Feb 18
Newt Gingrich: Democrats’ ‘Super Bowl Team’ Beats GOP’s ‘Mid-Level College Team’ On Technology
Posted in: Today's ChiliNewt Gingrich took a hit at Republicans Sunday, comparing the GOP’s “mid-level college team” to Democrats’ “Super Bowl team.”
Gingrich reflected on the GOP’s rebranding while on ABC’s “This Week.” The former presidential hopeful said the issue Republicans have with technology is “a culture problem,” and that Democrats are using “the most advanced decision processes” to communicate with constituants.
“[Democrats] are a Super Bowl team that we ought to respect deeply, and we are currently a mid-level college team floundering around,” Gingrich said. “This is a fundamental re-thinking on how you relate to the American people.”
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Feb 18
Still or Fizzy?
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Do you remember the first fridge you saw that had water & ice dispensers built in? Ooooh, aahhh. Yet we all probably had a grumpy Uncle who grumbled about how lazy people were getting because we couldn’t go to the sink and get a glass of water. But face it. This fridge invention is now a staple and it pays off. Filtered, chilled water when you need it and ice on command. Very handy for sure.
Samsung wants to revolutionize what comes out of the fridge door. In conjunction with SodaStream, Samsung just announced the upcoming launch of a refrigerator containing an automatic sparkling water dispenser. If you are a still water person like me you won’t care. But for those that prefer fizzy water this is your fridge. Simply choose your level of carbonation (3 available) and the built-in, 60L SodaStream CO2 cylinder (easily replaceable) produces fizzy water. Space taken up by the SodaStream unit is minimal – basically the space taken up by sparkling water in bottles. Adding this feature to the already popular 4 door model gives them a leg up on the competition. Other features include a FlexZone drawer whose temperature can freeze or cool depending on need and Samsung’s TwinCooling to keep food fresh for a longer time. This 30.5 cubic foot sparkling water dispensing fridge will be available in the US this April at $3899. So stop buying carbonated water and start saving your pennies.
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Feb 18
It’s long been said that the Chinese work really hard. Apparently, they don’t have time for traditional sleep like you or I either. So it would be ideal to be able to catch up on their rest during long train rides. But how do you manage that with those hard seats? Problem solved. The solution is called the Body Supporter sleeping rack.
This odd contraption does exactly what the name says. It supports tired bodies. The Body Supporter is a metal stick with small platforms that support the head and chest. Their sales pitch even claims that “This device is just like sleeping on your front in your actual bed.” Yeah, right.
If that isn’t enough for the tired train traveler, you can also purchase traveler’s underwear with secret pockets for your valuables and portable urine bags that allow passengers to relieve themselves without giving up their seat. Forget getting up from your nap. Looks like these hard-working people have it made.
[via Bit Rebels via Neatorama]
Feb 18
Everybody knows what’s at stake for BlackBerry. The Z10 is its shot to stop its considerable bleeding and shut everyone up. But launching a brand new OS with brand new hardware isn’t easy. And it’s even harder to match expectations when both have been delayed again and again. More »
Feb 18
Sarah Palin To Speak At CPAC 2013
Posted in: Today's ChiliSarah Palin is slated to make an appearance at this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference, the American Conservative Union announced Monday.
“We are pleased to again welcome Governor Sarah Palin to CPAC in March,” ACU chairman Al Cardenas said in a statement. “Governor Palin electrified the crowd in 2012 and we are thrilled to welcome her back this year.”
The former Alaska governor and 2008 Republican vice presidential candidate also appeared at last year’s CPAC.
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Feb 18
Ahh, “The Great Gatsby.” Whatever your feelings on the canonical work, “Gatsby” is making a return to the spotlight — in film form. While it won’t make its silver screen debut until May 10, anticipation is already building. And nowhere is the excitement greater than in the world of weddings.
With costumes by Prada, every fashionista bride will be looking to the film for vintage wedding inspiration. Vera Wang’s WHITE collection has some gorgeous vintage-inspired options. Click through the slideshow below to see some of our favorites!
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Feb 18
The human brain is one crazy computer, and while it’s been around for ages, there’s still a lot to learn about how it works. To that end, the Obama Administration is revving up to announce at ten-year plan to create a comprehensive map of the human brain, just like the one we have of the human genome. To know thyself, right? More »
Feb 18
IDLIB, Syria — Limestone mountains form a stunning backdrop to the imposing Idlib Central Prison. Tank blasts mar the walls. Glass and debris litter the floor.
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