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14 mai 2005 | 12:42
Star Wars help squad (+)
If you're planning on calling in sick for the Star Wars Episode III - Revenge of the Sith movie premiere, you might want to use the tools offered by Geek Squad.
You'll find an absentee note - both for work and school - and will be happy to know that Geek Squad has set up "a fully operational workstation. This "docking bay," available during the final week of the line, will ensure that fans keep up with their jobs and lives leading up to the premiere. Geek Squad Agents also will be on hand at the line to provide mobile technological support and counsel."
PS: "Geek Squad does not advocate employee truancy. However, we do recognize that wireless Internet access has expanded the boundaries of the traditional office... say, to that line outside of a favorite multiplex." 02 avril 2005 | 06:23
Darth Vader and Jedi M&M's (+)
M&M'S just launched its Darth Mix and Jedi Mix... 14 mars 2005 | 05:48
The State of the American News Media 2005 (+)
The Project for Excellence in Journalism had published its latest study, analysing issues facing the news media. 13 mars 2005 | 07:59
French Church censors "Last Supper" ad (+)
French bishops are suing stylists Marithé and François Girbaud for this beautiful ad.
What exactly shocked them? "Using the Last Supper to sell a product and the man's lascivious position"... No comment! 08 mars 2005 | 04:37
Irish pubs directory for iPods (+)
The Irish Pubs Directory now offers a directory of Irish pubs located all over the world for PDAs (zip file) and iPods (zip file). 16 février 2005 | 05:31
Online secrets (+)
People can now share their secrets anonymously on the web, by sending a homemade postcard to a blog. 13 février 2005 | 09:17
Money origami... (+)
Fold away! 12 février 2005 | 04:56
Elton John planes (+)
More than 20 of AirTran Airways' Boeing 717s are featuring an image of Elton John smiling and wearing a pair ofglasses. Elton John's 717-sized portrait is comparable in dimensions to the head of the Statue of Liberty. 04 février 2005 | 03:47
Boom Bags: a home stereo suitcase (+)
Mark Wright, Boom Bags president, introduced a stereo luggage. 26 janvier 2005 | 05:08
Rolling Stone will finally run a Bible ad (+)
"After first rejecting the advertisement, Rolling Stone sent Zondervan a contract for a half-page ad in the rock magazine's February 24 issue, said Doug Lockhart, executive vice president of marketing at the nation's largest Bible publisher." 25 janvier 2005 | 04:22
iDog from Sega Toys (+)
Sega Toys is launching, on April 2, this cute little dog-looking robot.
Sega Toys va lancer, le 2 avril prochain, ce mignon petit chien robot. 23 janvier 2005 | 06:42
Spam is art (+)
David Chien, a Houston artist has come up with something pretty amazing. 12 décembre 2004 | 07:40
Airport friendly fashion (+)
An article in The Washington Postraised my attention on a developping trend: airport friendly clothes and accessories, especially designed not to set off security alarms.
Here are some links to sites selling airport friendly clothes and accessories, some to sites mentionned in the article and some I found through a little research:
Shoe Store.net: men and women airport friendly shoes section.
Boot Barn: Men's leather boots.
Suspender Store.com: airport-friendly no-metal travel suspender
Victorinox: Swiss Memory Air Travel 08 décembre 2004 | 10:27
Scary Christmas figures (+)
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), total holiday retail sales are projected to increase 4.5 percent over last holiday, bringing holiday spending to $219.9 billion.
As Repaydebt.org points out: "More than 30 percent of these purchases will be made using a credit card. That is a total of more than $65 billion purchased with a "buy now, pay later" mentality which can lead to seemingly insurmountable debt for some consumers." 16 novembre 2004 | 05:43
Do you want to become a walking billboard? (+)
TatAD Inkorporated, a local Vancouver based company is the first of its kind to take the art of tattooing and take it to the next level; the corporate level. 16 novembre 2004 | 05:31
The world's worst burger (+)
Hardee's just introduced the Monster Thickburger: two 1/3-lb. charbroiled beef patties, four strips of bacon, three slices of American cheese, and some mayonnaise - all on a buttered, toasted, sesame seed bun. Burp!
Total calories? 1,420 - and 107 grams of fat - In comparison, a Big Mac looks healthy! 15 novembre 2004 | 05:20
Smoking isn't that dangerous (+)
From The Independant: "Pollution has been linked to about 200 different diseases, ranging from cerebral palsy to testicular atrophy, as well as more than 37 kinds of cancer, startling US research shows.
The study, which the authors say probably underestimates the full toll of the contamination, will focus attention on the need for information on the tens of thousands of chemicals routinely released into the environment. [...] More than 120 diseases have been definitively linked to pollution, and in another 33 evidence of a link is judged to be "good". For the rest the evidence is "limited"."
Maybe we should start banning cars instead of cigarettes... 10 novembre 2004 | 06:47
A $65,000 pair of sneakers (+)
If you want your very own Reebock shoes encrusted with 256 diamonds, search no more, you can get them - phone orders only - right here. [Via J-Walk via The World According to Carl] 10 novembre 2004 | 06:38
Lease a maple tree! (+)
From BKO, here's a nice Christmas gift idea. You'll get: "a personalized lease document, an official Vermont six-pack maple syrup sampler and, of course, at the end of the season, a share of the season's harvest, divided among the lease holders." 09 novembre 2004 | 05:19
Turkey & Gravy Soda... (+)
The Turkey & Gravy Jones Soda is sold out but if you prefer to buy a whole meal, you can always check out the Holiday pack. It includes: Turkey & Gravy Soda, Cranberry Soda, Mashed Potato & Butter, Green Bean Casserole, Fruitcake Soda. It will be sold starting Nov. 11 at a SRP $15.95 per case (+ s & h). Burp!
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World Testicle Cooking Championship (+)
Yummy or yucky? "The World Testicle Cooking Championship is being held in Serbia. The renowned cooks would be exhibiting their skills of preparing dishes using testicles of different animals." [Via WTF Is It Now??] 06 novembre 2004 | 05:44
Airlines to charge more to overweight passengers? (+)
It might be what airlines are going to do... 04 novembre 2004 | 05:13
Building with books (+)
Now this is definitely my dream house... Check it out, the exhibition is called A Bibliophiles Bedroom and all the furniture and accessories are made with books. Wow! [Via We make money not art] 03 novembre 2004 | 05:19
Superhero Presidential Action Figure (+)
Herobuilders.com will start selling, for $29.95, its limited edition of superhero presidential action figures. 31 octobre 2004 | 06:10
Ikea sells Skum - literally :-) (+)
Ikea Austria sells Skum Swedish candies. Price tag? € 1,00 :-) 31 octobre 2004 | 03:51
Will Alaska legalize marijuana? (+)
According to Reuters: "Voters in Alaska will decide on Tuesday whether to make their state the first in the country to legalize the sale, possession or use of marijuana by adults." 28 octobre 2004 | 06:28
Celebrity condoms! (+)
Kiss and Madonna condoms are sold by Condomania. The KISS condoms are "the officially licensed condoms of the legendary rock band, KISS. Each KISS Kondom features high quality latex condoms in different colors and textures. The "Tongue Lubricated" Kondoms featuring Gene Simmons are now here! Each box includes 3 red latex condoms with special "tongue" lubrication. They are also available as singles in quantities 1 or 5 Dozen.". As for the Madonna ones, they "feature a photograph from her famous 1979 photo shoot on the boxes and condom wrappers and are sure to be collector's items. Madonna Condoms, like the singer, are strong, silky and sensuous, and sure to make you feel like it's the very first time. Available in 3, 6, and 12 packs."
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Saturday morning fun quickies (+)
- According to Family Tree Magazine, "100 million Americans have family ties to one or more of the 42 US presidents". (PS: Who wants to be related to George W?)
- For $9.95/year, Canadians and Americans can now get lottery results by SMS.
- You want a weird vacation? Here's a list of haunted hotels throughout the US.
- If you're a casino buff, you'll soon see ads on gaming tables, playing cards, casino chips and slot machines. (PS: In a couple of years, will there be any ad-free places left???)
- A Washington state school district has banned Halloween parties during the school day. (PS: Will they also ban Christmas?) 23 octobre 2004 | 07:27
Mercedes-Benz lanches limited edition cosmetics car (+)
Two all-new Mercedes-Benz SLK350 roadsters have been specially painted to match the limited edition Shining Star Soft Light and Benz Baby Blue colors developed by smashbox cosmetics. 19 octobre 2004 | 06:04
China trademarks 'Happy Birthday' (+)
The stupidest thing yet: "The words “Happy Birthday” can no longer be legally used if they are pinned to any other product, as a private Chinese company has claimed to have registered them as its trademark in 25 countries, including the US, Japan and European Union members this month. The Fufeng toy plant in East China’s Anhui province said it has more than 70 products with the “Happy Birthday” brand, including industries like toys, dresses, shoes and hats. With increasingly fierce competition in the world toy market, the company realised the importance of branding." Which company will be the first to trademark "I love you"? [Economic Times via Agenda] 08 octobre 2004 | 05:31
Bush and Kerry Pumpkin Carving Patterns (+)
You can download Democrat or Republican pumpkin patterns, once you've cast your vote for the candidate of your choice. Patters are offered in PDF or JPG format and you can choose from the following six: President Bush, Republican mascot, Bush mascot, Senator Kerry, Democratic mascot and Kerry mascot.
Comments/Commentaires (26) | TrackBack (1) | Permalink 29 septembre 2004 | 05:46
Should Photography be Illegal? (+)
In Seattle, police ban a photography student from a public park. He was taking photographs of a bridge for a homework assignment. The officers who ban him from the park do so without the knowledge of park officials and have no authority to do so. In Texas a man is first threatened by neighbors and then reportedly accosted and sprayed with pepper spray by police. He was walking around his neighborhood, filming with his new video camera. In New York, National Press Photographers Association members stage a protest in the New York subway system to bring attention to a proposed law to ban photography in the subway system. In Philadelphia a magazine photographer (me) is detained and questioned after a parade for taking architectural shots while waiting for a subway train. 26 septembre 2004 | 07:02
Marilyn Monroe wines (+)
Marilyn Wines of Napa Valley introduced the Velvet Collection, featuring a photo of Marilyn Monroe from the famous 1949 Tom Kelley photo shoot. 19 septembre 2004 | 07:26
The Culture of Extinction (+)
From Alex Steffen:
At one point someone gave me a document -- a rather thick document -- which turned out to be a listing of the known species believed to have vanished. Page after page after page, gone. And everyone -- everyone -- agreed the die-off was going to get much, much worse.
He has an extraordinary idea to raise awareness on mass extinction and our responsibility in creating and reversing it: I propose we make it possible for people to "adopt" a dead species, on one condition. That condition? That you have an image of that species tattooed on your body in a visible place, with the Linnaean name underneath. 13 septembre 2004 | 06:01
Pornogami: erotic origami! (+)
It's the latest trend in Japan! After origami (the art of folding pieces of paper to create different objects), here comes pornogami, an adult version of that art.
The Origami Underground presents different sexual positions, including the missionary, the doggy style, and the "Bill and Monica"! 06 septembre 2004 | 11:57
Platinum and diamond Hello Kitty (+)
Via AP (on Yahoo!): Queen Hello Kitty doll in a diamond-studded crown and robe holding a scepter decorated with a 0.753-carat pink diamond is displayed by salesclerk Chiharu Ono at Tokyo's Mitsukoshi Department Store Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2004. The 10 million yen (US$91,600) platinum made Hello Kitty with a total of 4.1-carat diamond was made to mark the 30th birthday of the world's renowned kitten, celebrated in November.
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Absolut Raspberri ads on TV (+)
Absolut Vodka launched its Absolut Raspberri, and TV ads will be featured today during CSI on SPIKE TV between 9:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. 30 août 2004 | 06:11
I had an abortion T-Shirt (+)
Via J-Walk blog, here is the "I had an abortion" T-Shirt worn by Ani di Franco for her interview in Inc..
You can buy that shirt from Planned Parenthood. Well, you could have. They are all sold out due to a "larger than expected response". 30 août 2004 | 05:53
US Teens Can Buy The Entire Russian GDP by 2006 (+)
A scary figure mentionned by the Center for Media Research (free subscription needed). 26 août 2004 | 05:16
I just heard John Lennon scream (+)
Unfortunately, I have to say that Yoko Ono is a sell out.
She just signed a deal with Nike, enabling the company to market John Lennon sneakers.
Cool? Think again. Nike... mmm... isn't that the company manufacturing sneakers in sweat shops? Yup! That's what I thought.
(via La Tribu du Verbe) 24 août 2004 | 05:51
The most expensive cell phone in the world (+)
This little thingee costs over 19,000 US dollars! Only 500 of this model have been made, and eight of them went to the Chinese market. The cell phone has a super tough sapphire crystal display, a titanium body, platinum decoration and an edging of the finest leather. (Via Xinhuanet)
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Starbucks opens two stores in Ankara (+)
Starbucks Coffee International and its Turkish licensee, Shaya Kahve Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S., today celebrated the opening of the first two Starbucks locations in Ankara.
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Teens in control (+)
According to research by Insight Express, junior and senior high school students are the ones in control of the consumer electronics budget and brand buying decisions. 09 août 2004 | 05:25
Genetically modified Olympics? (+)
World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) members, International Olympic Committee (IOC) officials and others think that genetic doping looms. 07 août 2004 | 05:43
Girl power! (+)
The Ultimate Girls' Night Out entertainement complex is being built in Las Vegas and slated to open in December 2004. 04 août 2004 | 04:46
Mary Kay Letourneau is free (+)
The elementary-school teacher who spent 7 years in prison for having sex with her sixth-grader student has been freed this morning. In an exclusive interview with Komo 1000 news journalist Kathi Goertzen, Letourneau said "her years in prison have been hard on her physically, and that her first priority is to get "back to health as a woman and a mother.""
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JLo Lingerie (+)
Singer and actress JLo has launched her lingerie line... The first items are now available at Bare Necessities. Bra sizes will range from 32A to 42DD and panties and loungewear to 2X. 26 juillet 2004 | 06:22
Chinese sex toys (+)
Philippe Roy, a Canadian journalist in China, drew my attention on the China International Adult Toys and Reproductive Health Exhibition which will take place in August. "The time of being shocked at the mention of sex or regarding sex as an evil has gone by. Now in China, the civilized sexual concept has widely prevailed . Aboomingadult toy sand reproductive health care market to 1.3 billion population, with incomparable scale, increasing trend and development potential, has come into being while sex has become one of the most popular topics for public discussion. Data pertinent to the current national sales volume of sex health care products shows that the latest annual turnover has exceeded RMB100 billion in 2003, and the rate of increase is approximately at 30%." 23 juillet 2004 | 04:33
Wanna feel better? (+)
Go see your doctor! According to NOP World Health's new PatientDriver Study, "patients diagnosed by physicians have a better emotional outlook than those who are self-diagnosed. In addition, they are healthier, more optimistic, more productive and less likely to let their conditions interfere with their enjoyment of life."
Doh! 16 juillet 2004 | 04:52
Americans like their penny (+)
According to a Harris Interactive poll, almost six out of ten (59%) adults oppose abolishing the penny. 15 juillet 2004 | 03:59
Anti-virus Kleenex (+)
In early October 2004, consumers will be able to buy the new Kleenex Anti-Viral tissue. According to Kimberly-Clark: "Kleenex Anti-Viral tissue begins working immediately, ultimately killing 99.9% of cold and flu viruses* in the tissue within 15 minutes. The formula is made from citric acid and sodium lauryl sulfate, common ingredients found in everyday consumer products. Citric acid is used as a flavoring agent in soft drinks, while sodium lauryl sulfate is found in many shampoos and detergents."
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Philippe Starck creates a Microsoft mouse (+)
The new S+ARCK mouse was unveiled today by both Bill Gates and Philippe Starck. Furthermore, a new Wireless Optical Mouse in Mood Ring was also announced. 02 juillet 2004 | 08:02
What would it cost to move into the White House? (+)
If the White House were for sale, it would bring $106 million in today's hot real estate market, according to a national survey by HouseValues.com. 02 juillet 2004 | 07:23
The world's longest hot dog (+)
To celebrate National Hot Dog Month, Chicago-based Vienna Beef assembled the world's longest hot dog, measuring 37 feet, 2 inches. 01 juillet 2004 | 04:24
Barbie's new boyfriend (+)
Since Barbie and Ken's breakup last February, Barbie's been trying to find a new beau. 24 juin 2004 | 07:35
Canada, human rights & cash (+)
To the eyes of the world, Canada stands as a defender of human rights, individual liberties and democracy. Good PR job there, but is it true? 23 juin 2004 | 05:37
Duracell AA alkaline battery is a work of art (+)
Duracell's AA alkaline battery is included in an exhibition entitled Humble Masterpieces at the Museum of Modern Art in Queens, New York. 20 juin 2004 | 07:55
Giant sleepover breaks world record (+)
A new Guinness World Record for the Biggest Sleepover has been established this weekend by school children, scouts and girl guides taking part in the Giant Sleepover across the UK. 19 juin 2004 | 08:39
Heating condoms (+)
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Next-Gen Tamagotchi launched on August 15th (+)
The next generation of Tamagotchi, called "Tamagotchi Connection" will return to the United States in August 2004, following recent launches in Japan and Europe.
16 juin 2004 | 05:40
New women's condom to be released in Europe (+)
The world's only latex women's condom is to be distributed all over Europe the second half of 2004, where it is already CE approved.
11 juin 2004 | 05:45
McDonald's offers Coca-Cola C2 (+)
McDonald's is the first restaurant chain to offer Coca-Cola C2 in several markets.
Selected McDonald's restaurants in Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Orlando will be giving away a 12 oz. can of Coca-Cola C2 with the purchase an Extra Value Meal. 10 juin 2004 | 06:44
The evolution of the Father's Day gift (+)
According to a national survey conducted by Best Buy, 40 percent of men admit they have received an unwanted Father's Day gift, one out of 10 say they have re-gifted a gift and 60 percent feel women get what they really want on Mother's Day more often than men do on Father's Day. 09 juin 2004 | 21:16
Talk about champagne! Mieux que du champagne! (+)
This may come as a surprise : The average cost of replacing the tablespoon of ink in a 17ml colour printer cartridge is £29, making it sixteen times more expensive than vintage 1985 Dom Perignon. It also puts Chanel No.5 and even rocket fuel in the shade (The Mirror via MetaFilter). Are we getting screwed?
Attention, vous allez avoir un choc: Le coût moyen de remplacement d'une cuillère à soupe d'encre pour une cartouche de 17ml coûte £29, soit seize fois plus qu'un Dom Perignon 1985. C'est également plus cher que du Chanel No. 5 et même que du carburant utilisé pour les fusées. (The Mirror via MetaFilter). Est-ce qu'on serait en train de se faire c... ? 08 juin 2004 | 05:29
Chopsticks Cause Arthritis (+)
Yup! Apparently this is no joke:
[Dr. David Hunter and colleagues] found that chopstick use was linked to hand arthritis, especially in women.
Most affected was the joint in the middle of thumb.
Read it in The book of Joe. 08 juin 2004 | 04:40
Marriott launches toll-free weddings line (+)
Marriott International launched a special weddings toll free resource line -- 877 4 OUR JOY (877-468-7569). The resource line is part of the company's Joy -- Your Dream Wedding event and planning service. It provides tips and assistance on everything from ethnic and multi-cultural weddings to destination weddings. 05 juin 2004 | 06:36
Irish smoking ban hurts business (+)
According to Irish Publicans, they are seeing their businesses down by 12 - 15%.
Donall O'Keeffe, Chief Executive of the Licensed Vintners' Association said: "Figures from the Dublin trade clearly show that, on average, pub revenues have been hit by between 12% and 15%. ....make no mistake about it, the Smoking Ban is having a serious financial impact". He went on: "A sustained downturn of 12% to 15% is a serious matter for the majority of Dublin publicans and has clear implications for both jobs and the Exchequer... the Ban is hurting". 05 juin 2004 | 06:09
Low-Carb fury hitting even jelly-beans (+)
New sugar-free jells, gummies and jelly beans are being released by Jelly Belly Candy Company. 04 juin 2004 | 05:55
Luxury villas on sale in Bali (+)
The Club 151 Seminyak Resort will be complete with helicopter, landing pad, Mercedes jeeps and golf carts to chauffeur around members and guests, a club house, anti-aging center, luxury pools, restaurants, bars and more.
Prices start at USD 275,000 $ with financing available. 03 juin 2004 | 16:04
Ben & Jerry's launches low carb ice cream (+)
The new line, which consists of Carb Karma, No Sugar Added and Light Ice Cream flavors as well as Low-Fat Frozen Yogurts, was created with a holistic mind, body and soul approach. With food, as with life, balance is everything. Eat responsibly, take good care of yourself, but don't lose sight of the simple joys in life. Like working hard from 9-5, day in, day out, but skipping out of work early on a Friday to catch a sunset. Or eating your veggies, but treating yourself to a scoop of ice cream. Yin. Yang. Everything in moderation. (Source: Ben & Jerry's) 03 juin 2004 | 16:00
Get a song with your Big Mac (+)
McDonald's Big Mac Meal Tracks offers every customer who purchases a Big Mac Extra Value Meal at participating McDonald's restaurants an access code worth one free song download at the Connect music store. 02 juin 2004 | 17:17
Mmm... so this is entry #666 (+)
I couldn't just sit here and not do something special for that entry number.
So I did a little research and came up with a few things. 02 juin 2004 | 12:41
Coca-Cola C2 launch set for June 7th (+)
Is it because Pepsi announced its upcoming Edge, a new softdrink with half the sugar, carbs and calories of regular colas for mid-June that Coke replied the same day with a release announcing the introduction of C2, its low carbs soda, for June 7th? 02 juin 2004 | 06:15
Miss Australia crowned Miss Universe (+)
Jennifer Hawkins has been crowned Miss Universe at the competition final in Ecuador. 01 juin 2004 | 06:54
Old Air France posters (+)
For 40 $ you can order one of these beautiful Air France posters. Here are the ones I like best. 28 mai 2004 | 05:52
Patriotic products from Pepperidge Farm (+)
Just in time for Memorial Day, Pepperidge Farm launches red, white and blue products. 27 mai 2004 | 07:48
Get your dog to chew on Kerry or Bush (+)
An Autralian company has just launched political toys for dogs. 27 mai 2004 | 05:45
May 31 is World Parrot Day (+)
Many parrots being on the brink of extinction, May 31 is World Parrot Day, a day dedicated to the amazing parrot family, their welfare and conservation. 26 mai 2004 | 06:31
Coffee scented French papers (+)
French newspapers Le Parisien and Aujourd'hui smelled like coffee on Tuesday, May 24th. 25 mai 2004 | 05:37
Exotic cars exhibition in Hawaii (+)
The International Exotic Car and Cycle Show will take place in Hawaii on June 12 and 13. 25 mai 2004 | 05:01
Low-carb Pepsi Edge coming soon (+)
Pepsi-Cola North America confirmed the launch of Pepsi Edge, its new softdrink. 24 mai 2004 | 06:57
Olympic postage (+)
The U.S. Postal Service will issue a postage stamp to honor the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. 20 mai 2004 | 04:13
Get ready for floor advertising (+)
Named IntelliMat, this new multi-media digital display is designed for floors. 19 mai 2004 | 16:13
Assault weapons easily available in the US (+)
A Minnesota gunmaker is offering the widest range of new "copycat" assault weapon models of any firearms manufacturer in America. 19 mai 2004 | 06:37
Shrek 2 ice cream? Cool! (+)
Yet another Shrek 2 product was launched, this time by Baskin-Robbins. 17 mai 2004 | 06:21
A seatbelt for your laptop (+)
This gadget, called a Braatpaq, is a traditional laptop carrying case, but comes with straps that enable it to be mounted over the front seat headrests. 15 mai 2004 | 05:57
Ben Saunders is the youngest solo explorer to reach the North Pole (+)
British arctic adventurer Ben Saunders, 26, has become the youngest solo explorer to cross the Arctic Ocean from Russia to the North Pole. 14 mai 2004 | 13:32
Not enough legroom? American Airlines gets sued... and Associated Press messes up! (+)
Jerome and Judith O'Callaghan flew on an American Airlines plane and were so jammed that they are now asking for more than $100,000! 12 mai 2004 | 05:37
The world's longest non-stop commercial flight... (+)
... is Singapour Airlines flight from Singapour to New York. The flight will take about 18 hours to travel over 16,600 km. The service will be offered June 28th. 10 mai 2004 | 16:27
A vacation... James Bond style (+)
"Each tour is crafted and planned only after our clients fill out a detailed background sheet and personality profile," says Canadian entrepreneur Mr. Davies. 10 mai 2004 | 06:40
"Ogre-sized" M&M's for Shrek 2 (+)
M&M's is introducing the first-ever oversized version of its signature M&M's chocolate candies. 05 mai 2004 | 06:48
Baby-book for dogs (+)
"I created It's My Dog's Life when I couldn't find a suitable book in the market place for documenting my dog's special moments and milestones" the author said. 04 mai 2004 | 07:21
Orgasmic headaches cured with red peppers?! (+)
Although researchers say only a small percentage of the population experience sex headaches, there are an estimated half million Americans suffering from this affliction. 03 mai 2004 | 07:41
Best Ponytail in NYC contest (+)
During Ye Olde Village Fair in Greenwich Village May 15, a compagny called Bunjii Design will hold "Best Ponytail in NYC" contest. 03 mai 2004 | 06:05
Moms are worth less than $100 (+)
According to a survey, consumers plan to spend an average of $98.64 on Mother's Day. 02 mai 2004 | 07:33
A dad funds his daughter's education by making her the youngest entrepreneur on the Web (+)
In an effort to fund his childs future education, Robert Criscuolo, of Staten Island, New York set up a series of online businesses for his daughter, Sabrina Ann Criscuolo, now 18 months old. 29 avril 2004 | 13:41
New talking urinals with winking/blinking ads (+)
A newly interactive urinal communicator makes it's debut in a restroom near you. 29 avril 2004 | 07:43
The Brits want pre-nups that guarantee no cheating and no snoring (+)
Research from Internet bank smile reveals although pre-nups are not currently enforceable in the UK, 46% of Brits would like to see them made legal. 29 avril 2004 | 05:08
Giant pandas in D.C. to get new home (+)
Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, the two giant pandas of the the National Zoological Park in Washington D.C. will get a new exhibit. 27 avril 2004 | 07:10
The Cupcake Tree is the latest trend in wedding cakes (+)
The "in-thing" at weddings is to serve individual desserts, instead of the traditionnal wedding cake. 26 avril 2004 | 17:11
Jessica Simpson launches kissable, tasteable fragrance and body care line (+)
Jessica Simpson partners Founder and President of Dlish Fragrance Inc., Randi Shinder, to create a kissable, tasteable fragrance and body care line called Dessert Beauty. 25 avril 2004 | 09:28
Britain's Royal Botanic garden to have it's own beer (+)
Royal Botanic Gardens is about to launch its very own beer, made with ingredients from its grounds in Kew, southwest London. 21 avril 2004 | 06:19
Killer Whale transported to California (+)
Shouka the killer whale is getting accustomed to her new California home, following yesterday's cross-country trip from Cleveland to Six Flags Marine World in the San Francisco Bay Area. 20 avril 2004 | 15:21
More teens in treatment for marijuana than for alcohol or all other illegal drugs combined (+)
The proportion of children and teenagers in treatment for marijuana dependence and abuse jumped 142 percent since 1992, according to a new CASA white paper, Non-Medical Marijuana II: Rite Of Passage Or Russian Roulette?, released today by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia University. 20 avril 2004 | 06:16
Coca-Cola Company to launch Coca-Cola C2 (+)
The Coca-Cola Company announced it will introduce Coca-Cola C2 in Japan first and then the United States this summer.
19 avril 2004 | 05:41
Spring Cleaning found a sign of love and caring (+)
Eureka, a cleaning company, encourages men to participate in Spring Cleaning activities. 19 avril 2004 | 05:26
National TV Turnoff Week (+)
A survey shows mixed support for National TV Turnoff Week, held from April 19-25. 16 avril 2004 | 06:58
Filmmaker debunks 'Super Size Me' claim (+)
Filmmaker Soso Whaley's 30-day diet of McDonald's meals has neared its halfway point, and not only is she feeling good, she's lost five pounds. 14 avril 2004 | 06:07
Andy Warhol artwork on wine bottles (+)
Knightsbridge Fine Wines announced the launch of "AmerIcon," a collection of wines from Napa Valley bearing the creative stamp of the father of Pop Art, Andy Warhol. 13 avril 2004 | 07:21
A company introduces 'Wear Your Pajamas to Work' Day (+)
The PajamaGram Company believes that Americans need a break, especially the day after income taxes are due. That's why they are celebrating National "Wear Your Pajamas to Work" Day on April 16th. 13 avril 2004 | 06:59
Concorde Nosecone for sale on eBay (+)
A Concorde nosecone (technically known as the 'Radome') is being auctioned on eBay by Concorde Collectables. 11 avril 2004 | 12:42
History of chocolate Easter eggs (+)
Why do we eat chocolate eggs at Easter? Here are some explanations... 08 avril 2004 | 06:50
UAE's tourism project: islands shaped as the world (+)
United Arab Emirates (UAE) are developing "The World", a series of 200 islands positioned to form a map of the world. 04 avril 2004 | 09:51
China: tombs are more expensive than houses (+)
In the Beijing suburbs, a tomb is three times more expensive than a house. 03 avril 2004 | 08:13
Americans will eat 24.2 million hot dogs (+)
This is the projected number of hot dogs that will be eaten during Major League Baseball games. 01 avril 2004 | 16:33
Each Canadian is worth 124 700 $ (+)
That's the value obtained if you divide Canada's net value with the country's population. 30 mars 2004 | 06:23
Legal downloading for 10 million Americans (+)
Ipsos-Insight unveiled the results of a new study showing "2003 witnessed a veritable explosion of fee-based digital music service introductions and a nearly three-fold increase in paid downloading due to experimentation among American downloaders." 29 mars 2004 | 08:32
Elect you MP with reality TV (+)
"ITV is preparing a political version of the hit talent show Pop Idol in an attempt to find a prospective Member of Parliament to stand in the next general election." 29 mars 2004 | 05:56
Maxim in China (+)
The men's magazine will be published in Hong Kong and in China. 25 mars 2004 | 04:14
Low-carb fury hits airline (+)
Lufthansa announced the launch of a trial service beginning in July. The airline will offer low-carbohydrate meal options on its Los Angeles to Germany routes. 21 mars 2004 | 07:21
Nobel Peace Prize : 1000 women to be nominated (+)
Women gathered in New Delhi on March 20th to launch an international campaign to nominate 1000 women for the 2005 Nobel Peace Prize. 17 mars 2004 | 07:14
Americans don't trust news sources: thoughts on the future of journalism (+)
A study conducted by Columbia University reveals that Americans don't believe what they read in the papers or see on TV. 16 mars 2004 | 17:54
French and English: the same language? L'anglais et le français: la même langue? (+)
Amusing article from the Christian Science Monitor titled: English sans French.
Amusant exercice - en anglais - du Christian Science Monitor intitulé: English sans French. 09 mars 2004 | 16:19
Vote for the best restroom?!? (+)
Ten locations are finalists in a nationwide competition to choose America's Best Restroom. 06 mars 2004 | 07:46
Americans are debt-stricken (+)
42% of the US population can either barely afford to make minimum payments on credit card balances or is unable to make payments at all. 05 mars 2004 | 06:47
US Raelian women to expose their breasts (+)
In a press release issued this morning, the Raelian Chruch indicated that marches and gatherings will take place during the International women's day week-end.
03 mars 2004 | 19:08
Elle Mcpherson's ad censored (+)
Britain's Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) banned a lingerie ad considered "offensive" after receiving complaints from the public.
Published in Vogue and shot by Bendon UK, the advertisement shows the ex-model in a bra and panty with her thumb in it. 02 mars 2004 | 21:11
London tube goes mobile (+)
London subway authorities are studying plans to enable mobile phone communications. 02 mars 2004 | 07:27
It's a woman's car! (+)
Volvo introduced it's new model, Your concept car, entirely designed for women. |
