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Archive for December, 2008

Top Ten Green Transportation Trends for 08

Inhabitat has a breakdown of what they see being the most significant trends in transportation in 2008.
3) IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT FUEL EFFICIENCY
Everyone is looking at emissions as the greatest contributor to global warming, but there is so much more that we can do to improve our methods of transportation. This past year Mazda showcased [...]

December 31st, 2008
Topic: Transportation Tags: ,

Have to Work? Go for a jog!

A recent study found that people who exercise on work days suffer less stress, and are fitter, happier, more productive (Radiohead). The Daily Mail has more on the study.
People who exercise on work days are more productive, happier and suffer less stress than on non-gym days, scientists revealed today.
University of Bristol researchers found that [...]

December 19th, 2008
Topic: Body & Mind Tags: , ,

Sustainable Cafe

A cafe in Australia is made from 100% recyclable material and other sustainable materials.

December 18th, 2008
Topic: Environment Tags: , ,

Go Ahead, Live the Good Life

We all want a comfortable life and why not? Many people see the good life as a consumerist dream, but there’s no need for that. Here’s a nice article exploring ways to make the most of the world.
On waking
With less time spent working, the choice is yours — sleep in, go for a run, read [...]

December 17th, 2008
Topic: Body & Mind Tags: , ,

Why You Yawn: It Cools Your Brain

Well, here’s some good trivia to impress your friends when they are tired or bored:
If your head is overheated, there’s a good chance you’ll yawn soon, according to a new study that found the primary purpose of yawning is to control brain temperature.

December 16th, 2008
Topic: Body & Mind Tags: , ,

World’s Friendliest Countries

Forbes has the result of an international survey that set out to find the friendliest countries. From the full article:
Canada is the most welcoming; almost 95% of respondents to HSBC Bank International’s Expat Exploreer Survey, released today, said they have made friends with locals. In Germany, 92% were so lucky and in Australia 91% [...]

December 15th, 2008
Topic: Fun, International Events Tags: ,