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How Can We De-Politicize Climate Change?

Image via Dispatch Politics Is such a thing even possible? The existence of climate change itself has clearly become a political issue, and the trend is only looking to deepen. Look, for example, at the current crop of Senate GOP candidates: Every single one of them opposes policy to address climate change , and nearly all of them question man’s role in global warming. After the midterm elect… Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Mah Bow Tan: Singapore Ministry of National Development

National Development Minister Mah Bow Tan said on Monday that the slew of measures announced to cool the #39;buoyant#39; private property market was necessary to prevent a bubble from forming. Home prices in Singapore surged by 11 per cent in the first half of the year. If the current momentum continues, a property bubble will form, said Mr Mah at a press conference. #39;And when – not if – the bubble bursts, there will be severe implications for individuals and the economy as a whole#39;, he

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5 Movies Better Suited for Betty White to Remake Than Oh God

Oh God , indeed. According to Deadline , uber-producer Jerry Weintraub has just pitched Warner Bros. on the idea of remaking the George Burns comedy Oh God , with eyes on Betty White and Paul Rudd for the staring roles made famous by Burns and John Denver. The two haven’t been contacted yet, but no matter: Now that this is in the ether, how long before it actually happens? And worse: Doesn’t it feel totally uninspired? If the current Hollywood mandate states that Betty White must appear in everything , here are five movies better suited for her than a remake of Oh God .

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Weekday Vegetarian: Grilled Watermelon and Tomato Salad to Cool Your Off

During heat waves in my childhood, my mother would send us outside with thick slabs of sweet, dripping watermelon. My brother and I would stick out faces into it and let the cold juice run down our chins. Watermelon today is seedless, thereby depriving the current generation of children the joy of competitive watermelon seed spitting, but it can still cool you off on a hot day…. Read the full story on TreeHugger

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Americans Pay Less Gas Taxes Now Than Any Time Since 1975

This USA Today chart shows how Americans are paying less taxes on gas now than at any point since 1993. That’s the last time the gas tax was raised, to 18.4 cents per gallon — and that’s where it’s stayed ever since. By inflation-adjusted dollars, that makes the current gas taxes the lowest Americans have been paying since 1975 Of course, since then cars have grown more efficient, which is certainly a good thing. But now, the average driver pays just $19 for every 1,000 miles driven. And since we now know much more now about … Read the full story on TreeHugger

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What song does Russell Brand want played at his wedding? (And what was, or will be, played at yours?)

Canon EOS 1Ds Mark IV Release Date & Specifications

Too good to be true right? Yes, Canon EOS 1Ds Mark IV is not yet released and its specifications remain unknown. Anyway, The photography giant Canon is allegedly set to release an update of its flagship full-frame DSLR, the Canon EOS 1Ds. This information came from one of secret source who is working for Canon. The Mark IV edition is believed to jump from the current 21 mega-pixel up to a 32 mega-pixel sensor. There is also a rumor that Canon will release an IS version of its popular EF 24mm – 70mm f/2.8 lens. More news about the awesome Canon EOS 1Ds Mark IV will be posted soon. Canon EOS 1Ds Mark IV Release Date & Specifications is a post from: Daily World Buzz Continue reading

‘Amazing Race’ Star Linked to Drug Investigation

Filed under: Celebrity Justice One of the Rhode Island police officers competing on the current season of “The Amazing Race” has been taken off the streets in the wake of an internal investigation into a major cop-operated cocaine ring. According to the Rhode Island State Police, … Permalink

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Access Hollywood – 2010 Oscar Luncheon: Kathryn Bigelow – ‘the Hurt Locker’ Hits a ‘Nerve’

Director Kathryn Bigelow talks about how “The Hurt Locker” continues to be more “timely” due to the current geo-political situation in Iraq and Afghanistan. Add this to your queue Added: Fri Feb 19 02:55:06 UTC 2010 Air date: Thu Feb 18 00:00:00 UTC 2010 Duration: 01:21

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Access Hollywood – Leonardo DiCaprio On ‘Shutter Island’: ‘It’s a Throwback to Scorsese’s Earlier Work’

At the NY “Shutter Island” premiere, Leonardo explains how “intense” it was to shoot the film. Plus, would he ever say no to a Scorsese film? Add this to your queue Added: Fri Feb 19 02:55:06 UTC 2010 Air date: Thu Feb 18 00:00:00 UTC 2010 Duration: 01:24

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