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Season's Greetings From the White House
Collection of material about U.S. presidential winter holiday activities. Includes images of selected holiday greeting cards for presidents back to Hebert Hoover, virtual tours of public rooms in the White House decorated for the holidays (such as the crèche in the East Room), and video clips of the president lighting the National Christmas Tree and the National Menorah. Also includes photos of decorating the White House. From the White House. Nanoscale Electron Island Could Lead To New Efficient Flat-panel Displ
Robert Blick, an Electrical and Computer Engineering Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and colleagues in Germany have demonstrated a new nanoscale mechanism for field emission that could lead to a new type of energy efficient flat-panel display. The Miracle of Fall
A directory of links to information about fall foliage and related topics. Includes links to sites about fall color, trees, fall foliage updates and reports, driving and hiking suggestions, photos, lesson plans, activities, autumn gardening and composting, and more. From the University of Illinois Extension. Happy Birthday, Venus Express!
One year after its launch on November 9, 2005, and a few months into its science phase, ESA's Venus Express keeps working well and continues to gather lots of data about the hot and noxious atmosphere of the planet. Newly released images show additional details of the thick cloud deck that surrounds Venus. What Smart Shoppers Know About Sweepstakes, Contests, and Lotteries
This fact sheet describes California laws relating to sweepstakes (which distribute prizes by chance, such as a lottery) and contests (which require talent and skill to win a prize). Topics include why companies sponsor contests and sweepstakes, chances of winning, legal rules, and where to go for help if you have a problem. Opens directly into a PDF document. From the California Department of Consumer Affairs. Most Adults With Conditions That Increase Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Nearly three-fourths of American adults with conditions such as coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes or others that raise their risk for cardiovascular complications also have hypertension (high blood pressure), according to a new report. Although about 75 percent of these individuals are being treated for hypertension, only one-third to one-half are reaching blood pressure goals. New Finding May Aid Adult Stem Cell Collection
Cincinnati scientists have discovered how blood-regenerating stem cells move from bone marrow into the blood stream. The finding has led to the development of a new chemical compound that can accelerate this process (called stem cell mobilization) in mice--which could eventually lead to more efficient stem cell harvesting for human use. Solar Energy: Charged For The Future
Once regarded as costly and impractical, solar technology is now poised to play a larger role in the future thanks to new developments that could result in lower costs and improved efficiency. Potential applications include cell phones, computers, automobiles, homes and office buildings. More than 28 papers on this topic will be presented during a three-day symposium Sept. 10-12 in San Francisco at the national meeting of the American Chemical Society. Stonehenge Settlement Found: Builders' Homes, "Cult Houses"
This January 2007 news release explains how "a major prehistoric village has been unearthed near Stonehenge in southern England."The settlement is believed to be housing for the builders of the famous monument and a ceremonial site. Includes photos of the site, an animated map showing the site, and possible descriptions of worker homes and "cult homes"of chiefs or priests. Also includes links to related material. From National Geographic News. Regular, Moderate Exercise Reduces The Risk Of Colds In Postmenopausal
Study finds that postmenopausal women who exercised regularly for a year had about half the risk of colds compared to those who did not work out routinely.
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