Daily Archives: February 8, 2006
Who’s on first at the New York Times
An amazing demonstration of the utility of the meta-data recently added to the New York Times web site, allowing articles to be cross-indexed by related topics and articles. from Aaronland
McDonalds Finds 33% More Trans-Fat in Fries
New tests find that McDonald’s French fries contain higher levels of trans fats than previously disclosed. The new tests found 8 grams of trans fats in a large servinig of fries — one-third more than McDonald’s claimed. Trans fats contribute … Continue reading
European Cats are Different
People display their cats during an international feline beauty contest in Brussels February 5, 2006. The contest took place with an exhibition of the cutest cats from all over Europe. from REUTERS Europeans are different. We don’t need Marcel Proust, … Continue reading
Wretched Beasts – But Cute!
LONDON (Reuters) – Stuck for romantic inspiration with Valentine’s Day just a week away? Then consider llamas. A charity with the slogan "get calmer with a llama" is offering romantic country strolls for the lovelorn, leading a llama together around … Continue reading
Banned in France and Denmark – Sex Soda Here
‘Banned’ Aphrodisiac Soda To Be Sold In Stores Makers Claim Cherry Soda Will Arouse Drinkers A new soda promising to sexually arouse the person drinking it will soon be available in stores nationwide, according to a Local 6 News report. … Continue reading