Archive for February, 2010
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[?]Submitted by DTN Ethanol Blog
Ethanol is nearing the 10 percent saturation point, referred to as the blend wall, in the gasoline blending market, with 10 percent the current maximum ratio that ethanol can be mixed into gasoline for non-flex-fuel vehicles in the United States.
Retailers May Balk at E15
Argentina Mandates 5 Percent […]
Are you tired of mis-spent stimulus money yet?
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[?]Submitted by Aguanomics Blog
via DW:
The government is spending $40 million in federal stimulus funds to pull water from underground aquifers in drought-stricken California, even as evidence is growing that the well-drilling boom could degrade the quality of water delivered to millions of residents.
Better to have not spent the money at all! […]
Speed blogging
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[?]Submitted by Aguanomics Blog
Chlorine in the water may be dangerous, but this advertorial by a water filter consultant at Scientific American shows that scientific integrity is in even greater danger. Shame!
The economics of ecosystem services.
The economics of wastewater from processing grapes into wine. Insufficient capacity > spills > offers to ship […]
1965 Buick Wildcat Convertible Restoration Part 15
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[?]Submitted by Auto Restoration 101 Blog
It’s been quite a while since the last update on this project. In the following pictures more work has been done to the inner rear wheelhouses. The excess metal has been trimmed up and both halves are now tack welded. Also the upper trunk floor has […]
1946 Ford Street Rod Part 16
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[?]Submitted by Auto Restoration 101 Blog
Next up was to repair the rusted out rocker boxes. They were so rusty that the car body had shifted and was in a twist. Nothing lined up, doors or trunk lid. All of the previous patch work on the rockers held the body out of […]
Snow Birds …
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[?]Submitted by The Birdcouple Blog
All pictures made by our favorite photographer Louis Peterson
Happy Lovers’ Day 2010
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[?]Submitted by The Birdcouple Blog
Happy Valentine’s Day, from the Birdcouple.
It is, of course, one of our favorite days. And today was especially special, because Princess and I saw a life bird:
This Varied Thrush has been hanging out in a very bird-friendly backyard in Herndon, Virginia, far from its normal climes […]
Pics from the Historic Snowfall…
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[?]Submitted by The Birdcouple Blog
All pictures takes with the Wingscapes BirdCam….
And some of this photo documentation was used on the McClatchy Photo Gallery of the storm…
Nope, the squirrel doesn’t care that he is a star….
Boxing
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[?]Submitted by BrdPics Blog
One way I get a little extra birding mileage during the slow winter months is to build and put up bird boxes when I get the chance. Luckily, a birding buddy of mine has access to a great property that seemed in need of some boxes so at […]
Hermit Thrush at the Window
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[?]Submitted by Birding Notes Blog
Earlier yesterday morning when I checked out the front yard, all the usual suspects were around – Chickadees, Titmice, a pair of Downy Woodpeckers, Red-bellied Woodpecker, two Brown-headed Nuthatches, and a Mockingbird back and forth from the feeders, a pair of Eastern Bluebirds – the male several […]
Cyrano is getting a little well known
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[?]Submitted by Bird TLC Blog
Cindy and I spent most of the morning on the phone with different newspapers, news stations, The Discovery Channel. BE 09-31, now affectionately known as Cyrano, is getting pretty well known. With his new beak designed and put into action by Cindy and Dr. Kirk Johnson, he’s […]
THE HEALTH ECONOMICS BLOG - Trends, Politics, Opinions etc. in biotech & pharma industry
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[?]Submitted by THE HEALTH ECONOMICS BLOG
… am sure that will be very welcomed news by the consultants among the readers
Cheers
Ulf
Pharmacoeconomics to Get Bigger Budgets, According to Preliminary Survey Results
Marketwire News Releases
Published: 02/15/10 12:12 PM EST
Cutting Edge Information Reports Findings From Ongoing Study
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC — (Marketwire) — 02/15/10 — […]
Rigel Attacks Rheumatoid Arthritis with AstraZeneca (RIGL, AZN)
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[?]Submitted by BioHealth Investor Blog
Rigel Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: RIGL) may be the biotech winner this Tuesday. The company has signed a pact with AstraZeneca (NYSE: AZN) which could ultimately bring in about $1.25 billion if all targets are met. This pact is a licensing agreement for Rigel’s rheumatoid arthritis drug R788 or […]
Feijen wins French Open for the second year running
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[?]Submitted by Billiard Pulse Blog
Niels Feijen successfully defended his title by winning the 2010 French Open.
In the final the merited Dutchman defeated first-time finalist Craig Osborne (England) 9-2. The victory was worth €5000. Osborne got €3300 for second place.
The semifinals saw Feijen defeating Malta’s 2008 winner Tony Drago 9-5. Osborne overcame […]
What Does Your Hair Really Need?
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[?]Submitted by Beauty Brains Blog
Cubelixa’s question…Ok, thanks to you I have already learned that silicones are not as bad as some people say; that the first 5 key ingredients of shampoo and conditioner of different brands are often the same or at least similar; and that the herbal stuff they throw […]
Beauty Science Reporting Gone Bad: Warrior Blondes
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[?]Submitted by Beauty Brains Blog
I got a lot of crap last week for my post on “Why Guys May Like You Better If You Don’t Wear Perfume.” As one of our readers pointed out, it was supposed to be tongue in cheek but apparently I failed miserably. But even my lousy […]
Is Collagen In Coffee Good For My
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[?]Submitted by Beauty Brains Blog
Julie says…I don’t know if it’s available in the States, but in Malasia there’s is a coffee with collagen that supposedly has anti-aging effects. Is this product really good for my skin?
The Left Brain responds:
The product that Julie is referring to is the Nestlé’s “Nescafe Body 3-in-1 […]
Science and St. Valentines Day – When Chemicals Attract
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[?]Submitted by Beauty Brains Blog
Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Could a chemical actually improve your sex life? Well, if this study from San Francisco State University researchers is to be believed it can. According to their work, men are more attracted to women wearing pheromones resulting in more dates, kisses, cuddles and even sex.
What […]
How Do Volumizing Treatments
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[?]Submitted by Beauty Brains Blog
Chrissy’s quote…After years of limp hair, I am seeking a hair routine that actually works. How do volumizing treatments work? What ingredients should I look for in a product like shampoo?
The Right Brain’s regrettable response:
Chrissy, allow us to put this delicately: Remember when your parents told you […]
The Beauty Brains Blog
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[?]Submitted by Beauty Brains Blog
Enjoy these brainy beauty blasts by beau coup blogs.
All Lacquered Up is up for OPI’s ogre-based Shrek nail polish collection.
Base Note’s Fragrance Project is like American Idol for perfume.
Beauty and Fashion Tech is eyeballing ecoTOOLS’ eye brush kit.
Beauty Blogging Junkie shares the secrets of a successful clothing […]
Natural Beauty Makes a Difference Backstage
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[?]Submitted by Organic Beauty View Blog
As Emma described in her post below, it’s thrilling to see internationally-renowned fashion designers embrace naturally-conscious beauty (Rodarte & Aveda!). That’s a trend even more designers should follow! The difference that an eco-conscious brand like Aveda makes at a fashion show is never more evident than backstage, where all the creative […]
Sisley Summer 2010
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[?]Submitted by British Beauty Blogger
Okay, I have to admit these glosses from Sisley are the shimmeriest I have ever, ever seen. I swatched them on my hand and they truly do glisten and glimmer - the colours shown are Modern Fushsia and Crystal Copper, £28, both beautifully wearable for glam summer […]
Clinique Summer 2010: Brandied Bronze
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[?]Submitted by British Beauty Blogger
Loving this collection for summer from Clinique. The Colour Surge Eye Shadow Palette, £22.50,in particular is really versatile for creating different looks. Long Last Gloss Wear is available in four shades, and there’s a gorgeous chocolate shade eyeliner (not shown) that will work for a sultry eye. […]
A Bathroom Fridge! Genius.
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[?]Submitted by British Beauty Blogger
Well, who knew such a thing existed? Ever since I went to Las Vegas, I’ve lusted after a TV in my bathroom - seriously, one of the best things I’ve ever done was lie in the hottest, bubbliest ever bath in a sumptuous and ridiculously oversized hotel […]
Nars Drop Dead Gorgeous Mini Nails
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[?]Submitted by British Beauty Blogger
LOVE this set of mini polishes from Nars. I wish everyone would do small size polishes, because with the exception of OPI (and Mavala), not enough brands realise (or care, maybe) that we girls very rarely get to the bottom of a bottle of varnish! Nail trends […]
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