Monday, August 04, 2014

Here Are 12 Books That Every Investor Should Read August 03, 2014 at 09:11PM

On my reading list now.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1uZMdvl The classics of finance.

Doctor Welcomes Babies Into the World With the Sweetest Gift August 03, 2014 at 06:15PM

He is so cool!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1dB57R2 Once the baby's been born and the APGAR has been administered, many doctors congratulate the new parents and head over to the next delivery room. But Dr. Robert Sansonetti sticks around to give his newest patient a special gift. For the last four years,

Friday, August 01, 2014

The 5 Middle Eastern Ingredients to Keep in Your Pantry July 31, 2014 at 05:01PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1pK7zEO From pomegranate molasses to ras-el-hanout, the 5 most common (and important) Middle Eastern ingredients to keep in your pantry

The 5 Middle Eastern Ingredients to Keep in Your Pantry July 31, 2014 at 05:01PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1pK7zEO From pomegranate molasses to ras-el-hanout, the 5 most common (and important) Middle Eastern ingredients to keep in your pantry

15 Takeout Recipes You Should Know How to Make at Home - Bon Appétit July 31, 2014 at 04:35PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1AEZwBy From shrimp fried rice to spicy tuna rolls, 16 classic take-out dishes you can make at home

15 Takeout Recipes You Should Know How to Make at Home - Bon Appétit July 31, 2014 at 04:34PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/WQkfDu From shrimp fried rice to spicy tuna rolls, 16 classic take-out dishes you can make at home

Summer Produce Guide: Can, Freeze, Store? - Bon Appétit July 31, 2014 at 04:30PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1rOiKPi The farmers' markets are overflowing with fruits and vegetables; our summer produce guide lets you know which to can, store, dry, freeze, or eat right now

3 Keys to Finding Your Purpose July 31, 2014 at 03:30PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1ujdjx6 You have a calling. Time to answer it.

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

How to Eat Chia Seeds July 28, 2014 at 11:19PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1f8HPx7 Chia seeds are a popular health food that have been consumed for centuries. They can be eaten on their own, but most people prefer to eat chia seeds by mixing them into other dishes. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Consume 1 to 2...

16 Sunday Dinner Ideas for Summer - Bon Appétit July 28, 2014 at 04:11PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1mWlDtd A classic Sunday supper doesn't have to mean heavy, hearty braised meat—try these lighter, fresher projects for dinner this weekend

Monday, July 28, 2014

膝盖骨痛有救了!腰腿疼痛的人一定要看哟!(也为家人转载) July 27, 2014 at 06:45PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1k2T9mp 我在三、四十岁时,膝盖骨痛得很厉害,上几级台阶都要扶墙而行,医生诊断为膝盖骨变尖,也就是我们常说的骨质增生。

Sunday, July 27, 2014

Siew Ping Kong July 26, 2014 at 05:43PM

An awesome Malaysian luncheon :)

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1AkCsrN Dim sum lunch at Asian Pearl.

Saturday, July 26, 2014

5 Warning Signs of a Friendship in Trouble July 25, 2014 at 04:45PM

So I have no qualms losing some.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1plYEcn If you recognize these issues, it may be time to cut your losses.

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Are American Jews Too Powerful? Not Even Close. July 23, 2014 at 10:48PM

A good background read about Jews in America.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1pJapem These days, it's becoming downright chic to hint forebodingly that America's Jews are just too powerful. But whether it's the political scientists John J. Mearsheimer and Stephen M. Walt or former president Jimmy Carter, those who accuse modern Jews of having excessive clout are getting it precisely…

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

30 Halftime Snacks You Can Make in 30 Minutes - Bon Appétit July 22, 2014 at 09:52PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1rIXqf0 Restock your party with these halftime snacks that will take under 30 minutes to prepare.

Thursday, July 10, 2014

How Germany's 14-Year Plan Destroyed Brazil July 09, 2014 at 09:57PM



via Facebook http://buswk.co/1mGYpg0 Germany beat Brazil with a plan launched in 2000 to find all the grade schoolers in a nation of 80 million who can really play soccer, train them young, and get them attached to a professional team

Thursday, July 03, 2014

How to Be an Explorer of the World July 02, 2014 at 10:41PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/NRVCvL "Every morning when we wake up, we have twenty-four brand-new hours to live. What a precious gift!"

Is Biting Your Nails Dangerous—Or Just Gross? July 02, 2014 at 10:40PM



via Facebook http://ti.me/1sXIHAG Social stigma aside, experts say gnawing on your nails could lead to some scary health issues

Wednesday, July 02, 2014

Irises - Vincent van Gogh - WikiArt.org July 01, 2014 at 07:17PM

One of my favorite works.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1jHRltA Van Gogh painted Irises the year before his death, in 1889, during his stay at the asylum in Saint Remy de Provence. Van Gogh often used painting as a way to keep himself from going insane, and this painting was one such work. It was painted before his first mental attack at the asylum. Van Gogh sen…

10-Minute Morning Wake-Up Sequence July 01, 2014 at 05:43PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/GABhNq As the days get shorter, the mornings get a little bit darker every day. For many of us, it's that much tougher to get out of bed in the morning. Luckily, there's yoga to help get us going!

Friday, June 27, 2014

How to Make Someone Fall In Love With You June 26, 2014 at 04:28PM

A gentle reminder to all of us, single or married!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1lOq4JS Here’s How To Make Someone Fall In Love With You When researchers asked people to tell the stories of how they fell in love, what were the eleven most common factors? Via Falling in Love: Why We Choose the Lovers We Choose: Variables That Influence Falling in Love 1.

Thursday, June 26, 2014

June 25, 2014 at 10:14AM

What a lovely doggie!

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World Cup Fans Go Rabid for Luis Suarez Bite Memes June 25, 2014 at 10:00AM

LOL...

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Read to Your Baby, Say Doctors — but Which Books? June 25, 2014 at 09:57AM



via Facebook http://ti.me/1v39JCe The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging members to encourage reading to newborns

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Awesome Dog June 24, 2014 at 05:25PM

I just love helpful canine like this!

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Monday, June 23, 2014

Prevent Walking And Running Aches With Stretches - Prevention.com June 22, 2014 at 11:50AM

Some good tips!

via Facebook http://bit.ly/1may2gX Prevent common walking and running pains before you go with these four easy at-home stretches from Prevention Magazine

Monday, June 16, 2014

I present my cat June 16, 2014 at 01:01AM



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Thursday, June 12, 2014

Let Go, Keep it Simple, Move Quickly: Secrets to Being a Productive... June 11, 2014 at 09:31AM



via Facebook http://entm.ag/1e0hMIF To launch and grow your own company, your whole life is going to have to become more efficient. Here's how.

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

The 10 Healthiest Superfoods (Sorry, Kale!) June 11, 2014 at 03:28AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1pj94yD You've heard about superfoods, but ever wonder which are the healthiest superfoods? Jennifer Di Noia of William Paterson University decided to find out which fruits and vegetables had the highest

Thursday, June 05, 2014

How to Criticize with Kindness: Philosopher Daniel Dennett on the Four Steps to Arguing... June 05, 2014 at 04:33AM

"How to compose a successful critical commentary: You should attempt to re-express your target’s position so clearly, vividly, and fairly that your target says, “Thanks, I wish I’d thought of putting it that way. You should list any points of agreement (especially if they are not matters of general or widespread agreement). You should mention anything you have learned from your target. Only then are you permitted to say so much as a word of rebuttal or criticism."

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1o6Fg8b "Just how charitable are you supposed to be when criticizing the views of an opponent?" "In disputes upon moral or scientific points," Ar

Guardian culture June 04, 2014 at 09:01AM



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Tuesday, June 03, 2014

Why Am I Seeing So Many Mammoth-Sized Moths Around? June 02, 2014 at 06:30PM

Someone has recently asked this question: does it carry the soul of a deceased? That does not sound very scientific, and it is not answered here. Thanks though, for clearing our doubts as to why we see so many of them everywhere these days; and they are totally harmless.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1o14BhR Large, dark-coloured, mostly palm-shaped moths are being spotted by Malaysians and Singaporeans, raising questions about the cause for such sightings.

Monday, June 02, 2014

This Is Your Body On Anxiety (Infographic) June 01, 2014 at 10:55PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1gSqvmp Anxiety can be brutal. Sleepless nights, racing heart, cold sweats -- all are hallmarks of a condition that afflicts approximately 40 million Americans. Even on a level that doesn't get classified as

This Is Your Body On Anxiety (Infographic) June 01, 2014 at 10:55PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1gSqvmp Anxiety can be brutal. Sleepless nights, racing heart, cold sweats -- all are hallmarks of a condition that afflicts approximately 40 million Americans. Even on a level that doesn't get classified as

Friday, May 30, 2014

Migrate for what??? | Penang Monthly May 30, 2014 at 06:37AM

Whatever alluded here is probably true but it should be read specifically in the context of migration to Australia.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1jyxag8 The grass is always greener on the other side. Or is it really?

How To Be a Nonconformist: 22 Irreverent Illustrated Steps to Counterculture Cred from 1968 May 30, 2014 at 06:24AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/15FZwje “Avoid socks. They are a fatal giveaway of a phony nonconformist.” “Why do you have to be a nonconformist like everybody else?,”

A Juice To Detox From Heavy Metals May 29, 2014 at 09:22AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1gCXPxU Heavy metals such as mercury, cadmium, lead, uranium and aluminum may enter the human body through food, water, air, or by absorption through the skin. These toxins contribute to serious health

Thursday, May 29, 2014

21 Things You Didn't Know About In-N-Out May 29, 2014 at 07:51AM

I am actually drooling while reading this article. I am coming home for animal style!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1oxXijw Have you tried the "Monkey Style" burger yet? And no, I don't mean Animal Style.

Are You Ready to Reconnect With Someone Important From Your Past? May 29, 2014 at 06:19AM

Absolutely a timeous article.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1nF9aOE Why doing nothing can be worse than taking a risk.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

The World's Worst Places for Workers May 27, 2014 at 07:46AM

Malaysia is ranked as one of them

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K.L.’s 5 Must-Try Lei-cha | OpenRice Malaysia May 26, 2014 at 10:25PM

Lee Meng, is this still one of your favourite foods?

via Facebook http://goo.gl/c8XLlG * Some of the establishments / dishes below are not halal. Some loathe while others love lei-cha for its healthful, herbaceous goodness. Actually, if done right, humble ingredients like Chinese tea leaves (green tea, oolong, what have you), fresh herbs (such as Thai basil, Vietnamese mint, and c

Monday, May 26, 2014

Artist Turns Classic Works of Art Into 8-Bit Masterpieces May 25, 2014 at 11:58PM

I still prefer the originals!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1h4cvXc Artist Adam Lister takes classic works of art and pieces from pop culture and transforms them into 8-bit watercolor paintings.

This Song Is Way Better Than The Official World Cup 2014 Song, And It Has Messi And Neymar | 9GAG.tv May 25, 2014 at 08:25PM

Thumbs up!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1hnFfEW And Shakira shows off some football tricks!

Nobody Expected THIS To Happen When These Four Women Walked On Stage. Whoa! May 25, 2014 at 08:14PM

Awesome!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1gYT2Ho I’ve never seen anything like THIS on stage before!

Friday, May 23, 2014

5 Things Confident Women Do Differently May 23, 2014 at 06:18AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1oa5UtG We all know those women — the ones who stride with an air of grace into a room. They’re not always the thinnest, prettiest, or smartest. They’re not arrogant. They’re the ones who make you want to be

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For all the parents :)

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The 10 Healthiest Food Pairings May 23, 2014 at 05:47AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1piSX0O In today's world, there's pretty much no limit to what food pairings you can concoct in your kitchen. Exotic, out-of-season, and processed fare are readily available at most supermarkets, and while it may make cooking more exciting, that availability could be doing a number on your health, reducing…

30 Thai Recipes to Make at Home - Bon Appétit May 23, 2014 at 03:04AM

I will make my own Thai food :)

via Facebook http://ift.tt/TB7DhY Here are 30 of our favorite Thai recipes, full of sweet, savory, salty, and spicy flavors

Thursday, May 22, 2014

18 Easy Ways To Be Kind May 22, 2014 at 06:40AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/TxoXUW We have two options in life: To be kind, or not to be kind. It’s absolutely empowering to choose kindness, and below are 18 ways to help you practice doing so every day. I hope these positive

The ONLY Gluten-Free Muffin Recipe You'll Ever Need (With Vegan Option) May 22, 2014 at 06:28AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1jD1hJa I’m obsessed with this muffin recipe, and I know you will be too. Here’s why: you can play around with them to find the perfect flavor (I did berry and chia). They’re low in sugar, high in fiber,

Dog thinks she's a cat, is gorgeous either way【Photos】 May 22, 2014 at 06:16AM

Super cute husky!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/RX0d70 Meet Tally. She's definitely a dog, and a very beautiful dog at that. And yet she's often found in some suspiciously cat-like poses...

Remember the 7 Cs to Communicate More Effectively May 22, 2014 at 06:13AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1lVw6pK Your day is most likely filled with constant communication. Weblog Mind Tools offers a communication checklist to help ensure that your emails, phone calls, and meetings are always productive.

Viktor Frankl on the Art of Presence as a Lifeboat in Turbulent Times and What Suffering Teaches... May 21, 2014 at 08:42PM

This author saved me during the most turbulent period of my life.

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1fi638m "When a man finds that it is his destiny to suffer… his unique opportunity lies in the way he bears his burden."

10 Programming Languages You Should Learn in 2014 May 21, 2014 at 04:50PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1ijW5cs With tech jobs on the rise, these 10 programming languages are essential for aspiring developers.

Shrink a Wool Sweater and Make It Fit Again May 21, 2014 at 04:44PM

Good to know :)

via Facebook http://ift.tt/RUONRh If you have a wool sweater that's too big--like a hand-me-down, thrift store find, or weight loss leftover--you can try to shrink it with these tips from weblog Put This On.

Where the Majority of Immigrants in Your State Come From, Besides Mexico May 21, 2014 at 04:40PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1kqqx4n America is far more diverse than you thought.

John Green: Make gifts for people May 21, 2014 at 04:37PM

This is so inspiring

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Tuesday, May 20, 2014

A Recipe for Turmeric Juice: A Powerful Healing Beverage May 20, 2014 at 08:50AM

Sweet Assam laksa?

via Facebook http://ift.tt/18lyEJf When I lived in Bali, I fell in love with the Balinese-style turmeric juice, Jamu Kunyit. Turmeric is known to be one of the most powerful healing herbs. It is great for bones and

Ng Kaichan May 20, 2014 at 08:47AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1jzKUNz 我想在這裡囉嗦一則小故事: 一天,載著從國外回來的友人到setia walk去吃晚餐,友人嘴勺,要找好久沒吃過的道地美食,走遍了整個商場,最後停在一處招牌亮麗的中國餐廰外,從門外往裡瞧去,裡頭雖沒客滿,但卻佔據了大半個小小餐廳。我和友人說:有人潮的地方,食物不壞,就這間吧! 甫一坐下,待應送上菜單,簡單的一張顏色紙,用筆寫了幾個簡單的家常菜式,朋友點了她愛吃的,待應卻說賣完了或沒貨。。。結果我們隨便點了餐廰有了,一客青菜一客宮保鳮丁和一客豆腐,志不在吃,只想借個地方說說話。 後來餐具送上,是包裝在透明玻璃紙裡標明消毒的碗筷,外頭印上了一張人頭照,我和友人不以為意,待用完餐談完正事結賬時,價錢奇貴,待應生送上也印有同樣人頭的紙巾,我忍不住,問:怎麼妳餐廳都用這人的東西? 待應生回說:哦!我們剛收購了這間餐廳。。。。 我忽然感到反胃,離開前,友人說;紙巾沒用可拿回去用。我回答:拿去干嗎?看到這個人都會發恶夢。。。 後來再檢查賬單,他媽的那印上肖象餐具竟要收費,可是卻不能帶走。 感覺就像是進了一間黑店。。。 數月過後,在該處工作的另一友人告訴我說;這人到處招攬人進會員,會員費若干(對打工你我來說是天文數字),餐廳裡或是辦公室裡都要用印上此肖像的日常用品,如果你開的是餐廳,那會員都會聚在這裡用餐,製造假像,讓路過的人看到人潮。條件是,必須給用餐的會員打折50%。。。 友人還說,這人經常帶著皮膚黝黑高大的保鏢到處走動,聽說他揮金如土,最為哄動的一事是其中一名會員不幸逝世時,他動用了直升機,把葬禮搞得有聲有色,紙醉金迷。。 有一天,去另一客戶家,竟發現她的桌面上也放上一支印上此人肖像的牙膏,她說,此人最近會送出近千輛宝馬,所以要賺第一桶金就要眼明手快。 我心裡有不解的納悶;這種拉人頭賺快錢的遊戲已不新鮮,為何大馬人仍不在過去幾項前車之鑑中吸取經驗?為何有關的貿消部不採取行動?任這種勾當橫行霸道,讓國人血汗錢最後一去不回? 我雖不精明,但只知未來靠腳踏實地,富裕與否,在於心安理得,即使是贏得了全世界,卻輸掉了最根本的人性和自尊,這是你我想要的嗎? 天下沒有白吃的午餐,回頭是岸啊!朋友

Sunday, May 18, 2014

The Psychology of Color in Marketing and Branding May 18, 2014 at 04:06AM

I love colours!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1v8VRt8 A comprehensive look at the role color plays in marketing and how it impacts customer engagement.

East Meets West: An Infographic Portrait May 18, 2014 at 04:05AM

This is so true!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1cfQm0n German punctuality, Western ego and how to stand in line like a Chinese. What's not to love about minimalist infographics -- such an eleg

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Let's Dress Manly! May 17, 2014 at 02:56AM

I often find many ladies dressing inappropriately for different occasions. Is there such infographics for the ladies too?

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Friday, May 16, 2014

How Diplomats Learn So Many New Languages In A Short Amount Of Time May 16, 2014 at 08:39AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1lqeF0n If you've ever wanted to master a new language, take a lesson from the pros—foreign diplomats.

5 Paint Colors That Will Make You Happy May 16, 2014 at 08:34AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/RZvCWS Find out the names of these cheerful hues.

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

How Should We Live: History’s Forgotten Wisdom on Love, Time, Family, Empathy, and Other Aspects... May 14, 2014 at 01:11AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1bDm6jM "How to pursue the art of living has become the great quandary of our age… The future of the art of living can be found by gazing into the

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

10 Things Every Woman Should Know About Her Hormones May 13, 2014 at 07:46AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/RFSDho So you go to yoga, drink your green smoothies, and read all the best health news outlets. You should be set and 100% healthy, right?

A Visual Dictionary of Philosophy: Major Schools of Thought in Minimalist Geometric Graphics May 13, 2014 at 04:35AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1gu6PzE A charming exercise in metaphorical thinking and symbolic representation. Rodin believed that his art was about removing the stone not pa

Monday, May 12, 2014

The Lion and the Bird: A Tender Illustrated Story About Loneliness, Loyalty, and the Gift of... May 11, 2014 at 10:46AM

A poignant story that portrays most human relations...

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1o5qH3Y An ode to life's moments between the words. Once in a long while, a children's book comes by that is so gorgeous in sight and spirit, so

Sunday, May 11, 2014

The Public Library: A Photographic Love Letter to Humanity’s Greatest Sanctuary of Knowledge,... May 11, 2014 at 03:29AM

Your favourite hangout places

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1qpFF1z "When a library is open, no matter its size or shape, democracy is open, too." "A library is many things," E.B. White once wrote in a let

Saturday, May 10, 2014

The Differences Between British and American Cooking Vocabulary May 10, 2014 at 08:49AM

This is helpful!

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1izz5Rp If you're traveling in other English-speaking countries, you might be surprised to find that common foods and ingredients have completely different names. In the UK, an eggplant is an aubergine and arugula is rocket! The traveling chefs at Stack Exchange help us across the pond.

What It's Like To See Every Marvel Movie May 10, 2014 at 05:45AM



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Friday, May 09, 2014

5 Things Everyone Should Know About Introverts May 09, 2014 at 03:07AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1hzghlV I'm an introvert to the core, and there's a good chance that either you or someone you know is, as well. As a child I was called shy, a common misconception about introverts. I remember many times

19 Clam Recipes for All Your Steaming and Grilling Needs May 08, 2014 at 09:14AM

Will make this for Quddus Chong

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Thursday, May 08, 2014

Batman: the Caped Crusader at 75 – in pictures May 08, 2014 at 03:16AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1fhZxDX From Detective Comics #27 to The Lego Movie: the ever-shifting psychology of a cultural icon

Wednesday, May 07, 2014

The Definitive Ranking Of Free Restaurant Bread May 07, 2014 at 08:29AM

By itself this free bread from the Cheesecake Factory is good enough to call me back

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10 overlooked novels: how many have you read? May 06, 2014 at 12:38PM



via Facebook http://t.gu.com/wy86X A hilarious romance by a precocious nine-year-old. The fantasies of a septuagenarian foot fetishist. An aristocrat's life spent doing nothing on a sofa. John Sutherland choses little-known books that deserve to be treasured

The 100 greatest novels of all time: The list May 06, 2014 at 12:38PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1bHhBSw From Don Quixote to American Pastoral, take a look at the 100 greatest novels of all time

The 100 greatest non-fiction books May 06, 2014 at 12:34PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1fRQDaz After keen debate at the Guardian's books desk, this is our list of the very best factual writing. See how closely it matches yours

The Most Pesticide-Heavy Fruits And Veggies Of 2014 May 06, 2014 at 09:35AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/Sx1TFj An apple a day usually keeps the doctor away -- unless it's ridden with pesticides. For the 10th year in a row, nonprofit advocacy agency the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has released its list of the most pesticide-contaminated produce, and o...

Tuesday, May 06, 2014

How Can You Tell Who to Trust? May 06, 2014 at 08:15AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1kT1J4k The data says too many people are untrustworthy. Be wary and follow this advice.

6 Tips That Will Help You Win People Over May 06, 2014 at 08:12AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1j8oVMH Step one: Stop talking and start listening.

15 Charts That Perfectly Illustrate How To Properly Pet Animals May 06, 2014 at 07:58AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1intU6W 15 Charts That Perfectly Illustrate How To Properly Pet Animals

How to Extract a Blemish Like a Pro May 06, 2014 at 04:06AM



via Facebook http://ow.ly/wqumD Popping pimples. We've all been scarred by it. See how the experts take care of those blemishes in three simple steps.

5 Delicious Pasta Alternatives with a Fraction of the Calories May 05, 2014 at 09:26PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1mouXaD It’s that transition time of year when many of my clients ask for advice on switching up their staple meals. Warmer weather means we’re no longer bundling up, and bathing suit season is approaching, so ditching hearty starches like pasta just makes sense. But salads aren’t your only option.

20 Snacks That Burn Fat May 05, 2014 at 09:13PM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/1kFySxp What you eat between meals matters more than you think. These choices boost metabolism and help you lose weight fast.

The 33 Most Beautiful Abandoned Places In The World May 05, 2014 at 09:05PM



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Monday, May 05, 2014

What Is Love? Famous Definitions from 400 Years of Literary History May 05, 2014 at 12:10AM



via Facebook http://ift.tt/WRYoDT "Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get -- only with what you are expecting to give -- which is everything." After tho

Sunday, May 04, 2014

[Infographic] What is GST and how does it affect you? - The Rakyat Post May 04, 2014 at 05:51AM



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Love Undetectable: Andrew Sullivan on Why Friendship Is a Greater Gift Than Romantic Love May 04, 2014 at 03:39AM

Some intriguing thoughts about love vs friendship...

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Love Undetectable: Andrew Sullivan on Why Friendship Is a Greater Gift Than Romantic Love May 04, 2014 at 03:39AM

Some intriguing thoughts about love vs friendship...

via Facebook http://ift.tt/1ieJzVM Reflections on the cornerstone of our flourishing. "A principal fruit of friendship," Francis Bacon observed, "is the ease and discharge

Debunking the Myth of the 10,000-Hours Rule: What It Actually Takes to Reach Genius-Level Excellence May 04, 2014 at 03:34AM

"The secret to continued improvement, it turns out, isn’t the amount of time invested but the quality of that time. It sounds simple and obvious enough, and yet so much of both our formal education and the informal ways in which we go about pursuing success in skill-based fields is built around the premise of sheer time investment. Instead, the factor Ericsson and other psychologists have identified as the main predictor of success is deliberate practice — persistent training to which you give your full concentration rather than just your time, often guided by a skilled expert, coach, or mentor. It’s a qualitative difference in how you pay attention, not a quantitative measure of clocking in the hours."

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The Comic Book Universe, Distilled in Infographics May 04, 2014 at 03:31AM

This is dedicated to the comic book geeks around me :)

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20 ways to slice Europe May 04, 2014 at 01:59AM



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The top 10 artworks of the 20th century May 01, 2014 at 01:57AM



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Lisbeth Zwerger’s Imaginative Illustrations for Alice in Wonderland April 30, 2014 at 06:23PM

Beautiful illustrations!

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Lisbeth Zwerger’s Imaginative Illustrations for Alice in Wonderland April 30, 2014 at 06:23PM

Beautiful illustrations!

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