Edge.org has just released it's Annual Question. This year's version: WHAT HAVE YOU CHANGED YOUR MIND ABOUT? WHY?" I've read a couple dozen answers so far. As always, the answers are intellectually stimulating, challenging to common sense and entertaining. Television producer Karl Sabbagh weighs in this year with his realization that expertise has serious…
The United States. Here are some shocking details from Nomi Prins of Alternet: The United States has more inmates and a higher incarceration rate than any other nation: more than Russia, South Africa, Mexico, Iran, India, Australia, Brazil and Canada combined. Nearly 1 in every 136 US residents is in…
"Duelity" has put together a creative side-by-side presentation for your enlightenment, with a fun twist. When you visit Duelity, pick "Watch," then choose "Duelity" (rather than just "Creationism" or just "Evolution") for the best effect.
As all the New Year's hoopla tries to direct folks to see a shiny New Year ripe with possibilities, the cynic in me can't help but note that each year produces more of the same. I am generally predisposed to see coming opportunities to be missed, crises to bemoan, difficulties…
Amnesty International is encouraging people to participate in their a holiday card action. I've never done this before, it's my first time, others I know do it more regularly, so don't hesitate to join, too! I bought some greeting cards like two, three weeks ago, but started procrastinating when I…