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Mining for Molecules in the Milky Way

Scientists are using the giant Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope (GBT) to go prospecting in a rich molecular cloud in our Milky Way Galaxy. They seek to discover new, complex molecules in interstellar space that may be precursors to life. The GBT and Molecules The Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope and some molecules it has discovered. CREDIT: B

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:41:29 GMT 83 SirPopperhttp://digg.com/users/SirPopper/m.png Space 2

How did the universe begin?

One of the most interesting questions considered by astrophysicists deals with the start of our universe. Indeed, there is a great deal of speculation on the subject, with different theories about how the universe began, and what may have existed before the universe came into being.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:41:26 GMT 71 maheshee11http://digg.com/users/maheshee11/m.png Space 13

Israeli Police officer kills self at Sarkozy ceremony

An Israeli police officer fatally shot himself in the head at an airport farewell ceremony Tuesday for French President Nicolas Sarkozy.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:01:09 GMT 173 lucy22http://digg.com/users/lucy22/m.png World News 41

The Daily Show Remembers George Carlin

After a few choked-up words from George Carlin-devotee Jon Stewart, last night's Moment of Zen was dedicated to the late comedy legend.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:00:43 GMT 202 bjenidleshttp://digg.com/users/bjenidles/m.png Television 14

Frogs with X-Men Claws!

The frogs can puncture their own skin with sharp bones in their toes that they then use to claw their attackers, David Blackburn and colleagues at Harvard University reported."It's surprising enough to find a frog with claws

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:00:15 GMT 156 insaincain02http://digg.com/users/insaincain02/m.png General Sciences 14

Meet the iPod Doctor: He Makes House Calls

"Heavy-set guy" strolls around Manhattan fixing broken iPods with cheap, Chinese spare parts.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:58:49 GMT 194 mdrudgehttp://digg.com/users/mdrudge/m.png Apple 22

34 Extraordinary Uses for Lemons

#19) 'Remove unsightly underarm stains' -- Avoid expensive dry-cleaning bills. You can remove unsightly underarm stains from shirts and blouses simply by scrubbing them with a mixture of equal parts lemon juice (or white vinegar) and water.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:57:42 GMT 171 diggleaguehttp://digg.com/users/diggleague/m.png Food & Drink 20

100 Miles Per Gallon? Hypermilers Do It All The Time

Hypermilers practice such unorthodox techniques as coasting for blocks with their car's engine turned off, driving far below speed limits on the freeway, pumping up tire pressure far beyond car and tire makers' recommendations and carefully manipulating the gas pedal to avoid fuel-burning excess.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:55:18 GMT 223 GemStar38http://digg.com/users/GemStar38/m.png Environment 41

Microbes eating away at pieces of history

In various places around the globe, from Easter Island to the Acropolis, microscopic organisms are accelerating the deterioration of monuments and historic landmarks.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:10:30 GMT 112 WordsnCollisionhttp://digg.com/users/WordsnCollision/m.png General Sciences 17

Full Text: An Epic E-mail Rant by Bill Gates

I went back through the internal e-mails turned over in the antitrust suits against Microsoft, looking for new insights into Bill Gate's personality. Read on for one of the gems that turned up, showing Gates in the role of chief rabble-rouser. It shows that even the Microsoft co-founder isn't immune to the frustrations of everyday computer users

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:10:25 GMT 362 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Microsoft 89

Gmail to Support Million-plus Student Users

With the help of an Australian partner, Google is close to landing a contract to support 1.3 million students with Gmail. The deal for student e-mail accounts at public schools and colleges in New South Wales is not quite finalized. But it is expected to be worth roughly AU$9.5 million (US$9.05 million) over a three-year period with an optional

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 08:10:22 GMT 172 mpind176http://digg.com/users/mpind176/m.png Tech Industry News 22

Worst NBA Draft Lottery Picks of All-Time

5. Robert Swift, 4. Kwame Brown, 3. Kedrick Brown, 2. Michael Olowokandi...Who's No. 1?

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:41:28 GMT 120 Odenizedhttp://digg.com/users/Odenized/m.png Basketball 28

Harnessing the untapped power of breast motion.

Breasts move on three different axes: from side to side, front to back, and up and down. The most motion is generated on the vertical axis. Naturally, the bigger the breast, the more momentum it generates. You can generate enough energy to power an iPod.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:41:24 GMT 244 hdar3415http://digg.com/users/hdar3415/m.png Odd Stuff 56

5,000 Lightning Strikes Cause 842 Wildfires

More than 840 wildfires sparked by an "unprecedented" lightning storm are burning across Northern California, alarming the governor & requiring the help of firefighters from Nevada and Oregon. "This is an unprecedented lightning storm in California, that it lasted as long as it did, 5,000 to 6,000 lightning strikes," Walters said.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:41:21 GMT 153 ToeCrackerhttp://digg.com/users/ToeCracker/m.png Environment 20

Despite Ban, Whale Hunting Goes On

Despite an international moratorium on commercial whaling, many nations continue to hunt whales, even though a number of species are endangered

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:40:03 GMT 201 hlund05http://digg.com/users/hlund05/m.png Environment 53

5 Sites To Play Old Computer Games Once Again

I’ve got a WII, and I love it, and one of the big reasons I do is for the emulation. Sadly however, I can’t bring my WII to work or to the coffee shop down the street - but I can bring my laptop, jump on their WiFi and fire up these awesome sites for a quick old school gaming fix!

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:10:12 GMT 480 MrBabyManhttp://digg.com/users/MrBabyMan/m.png Gaming Industry News 51

The One Man Band

Every time I post a beatbox I think ok this is the best guy I have ever seen and therefore the last beatbox video Ill ever post and then 6 months later somebody comes along and blows that one away.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 06:50:07 GMT 336 Crackerpathttp://digg.com/users/Crackerpat/m.png Comedy 59

Researchers: Why Flip-Flops Are Bad For Your Feet

Researchers at Auburn University have found that wearing flip-flops alters the way one walks, changing the gait in subtle ways that can lead to serious sole, heel and ankle problems. They presented these findings earlier this month at the annual meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine in Indianapolis.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 06:40:10 GMT 316 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Health 88

Dyson Plans Solar Powered Car

The king of vacuum cleaners, James Dyson, is betting that a souped-up version of his vacuum cleaner and hair dryer motors will power cars over hundreds of miles.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 06:20:06 GMT 377 KevinFederlinehttp://digg.com/users/KevinFederline/m.png Environment 57

Finance Your Home's Solar Power on the Cheap

Solar panel financing company, SunRun, said on Tuesday that it has raised $12 million from Foundation Capital. The San Francisco-based start-up is one of a handful of new companies looking to make solar panels an easier purchase for consumers through financing. Rather than buy the panels, SunRun customers buy the electricity the panels generate.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 06:00:16 GMT 266 nicchahttp://digg.com/users/niccha/m.png Environment 34

"Shock Doctrine" The New Book By Naomi Klein

It has been working for governments for ages. Isn't it time we gave them a dose of thier own medicine. If they like shock and its results so much lets give in to them. In the form of ELECTRIC CHAIRS!!!

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:40:21 GMT 294 MarkEarharthttp://digg.com/users/MarkEarhart/m.png Political News 77

Six Crazy Concept Bikes You'll Never Ride

Ultralight folding bikes, a bicycle made of cardboard, and a street cruiser with an infinitely variable transmission are just a few of the way-out concepts in this gallery of prototypes and high-end fringe bicycles.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:30:21 GMT 353 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Other Sports 40

ALLCDCovers Offers Free Album Art

FTA: "Web-based album art library and search engine AllCDCovers just may have the missing art you've been looking to fill in your digital music collection...when the iTunes Store fails you it may be a good stop."

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:30:21 GMT 463 cmccoolhttp://digg.com/users/cmccool/m.png Music 34

Adam Carolla Spills the Beans on Top Gear USA in 1st Q&A!

Carolla announced the NBC version will follow the BBC format and also that the first episode will feature a race from LA to San Fran, featuring some sort of epic stunt. I'm definitely getting excited about this show.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:20:02 GMT 456 SVOboyhttp://digg.com/users/SVOboy/m.png Television 119

Green Energy Blooms in the Desert

The tradition of nicknaming US states has made Florida the Sunshine State and Alaska the Last Frontier. But only one has given itself a second moniker, a move that matches its bold environmental vision.Welcome to New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment – now also known as the Clean Energy State.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:00:31 GMT 321 MrBabyManhttp://digg.com/users/MrBabyMan/m.png Environment 32

Bush To Filipino Prez: Fillipino's make great kitchen staff

First, I want to tell you how proud I am to be the President of a nation that -- in which there's a lot of Philippine-Americans. They love America and they love their heritage. And I reminded the President that I am reminded of the great talent of the -- of our Philippine-Americans when I eat dinner at the White House.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:40:07 GMT 839 joaobhttp://digg.com/users/joaob/m.png US Elections 2008 263

Author Of 'Obama Can't Win' Book Doesn't Believe Himself

The book hit the shelves in December of last year, and isn't available in paperback yet, but there appears to be need for a revision: as it turns out, Steele isn't nearly as certain on that whole "Obama Can't Win" premise anymore.Steele admitted as much on a recent edition of Fox News' Hannity's America. check out the video

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:20:03 GMT 513 zaibatsuhttp://digg.com/users/zaibatsu/m.png US Elections 2008 91

Tila Tequila Update: We Made Someone Mad

Well, apparently our post on how Tila Tequila got famous made the former editor-in-chief of Stuff Magazine a teensy bit defensive. Jimmy Jellinek, the editor that put her on the cover, sent a lovely e-mail to Holy Taco this morning about the post. We didn’t know you were such an avid reader, Jimmy! Here’s the love note:

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:00:07 GMT 1152 breezytreeshttp://digg.com/users/breezytrees/m.png Celebrity 172

Announcing the "Internet for Everyone" campaign

Google joined a national initiative of public interest, civic and industry groups to help launch the Internet for Everyone campaign, whose goal is to make ubiquitous and open broadband access for every American a priority in the next administration.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 03:40:02 GMT 912 jsilver123http://digg.com/users/jsilver123/m.png Software 139

Florida To Close Largest Sugar Co. to Restore Everglades

In a deal that environmental groups said would be the largest ecological restoration in the country’s history, a plan for the state to buy the nation’s largest producer of cane sugar was announced Tuesday by the governor and officials of U.S. Sugar Corp.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 03:07:26 GMT 521 jquipphttp://digg.com/users/jquipp/m.png Environment 118

Weird Diet Helps Miracle Pig Survive China Quake

Soldiers discover a very special survivor more than a month after an earthquake devastated China's Sichuan Province.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:45:59 GMT 432 sungoddess808http://digg.com/users/sungoddess808/m.png Pets & Animals 79

Dark Knight: Bruce Wayne's Backstory, Dateline-Style

Gotham Cable News brings us the full tabloid report on playboy Bruce Wayne. Taking a note from flashy entertainment news shows, this detailed report on the scion of the Wayne family catches us all the way up to the new penthouse digs of the billionaire.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:40:25 GMT 896 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png Movies 69

'Rock Band'/ 'Guitar Hero' Rivalry Heats Up, Gamers Lose?

Battle between music games presents obstacles for gamers.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:20:24 GMT 710 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png Gaming Industry News 233

When major stories break, Google News dawdles

The NY Times this morning draws attention to one case -- Tim Russert's death -- but Google blames its tardiness getting that story to its front page on a technical problem. Trouble with that explanation is that it happens regularly and it happens regularly because Google News depends solely on software -- no editors -- to populate its front page.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:00:11 GMT 526 nahsrocketeer75http://digg.com/users/nahsrocketeer75/m.png Tech Industry News 109

Nokia buys Symbian!

Nokia today announced it has launched a cash offer to acquire all of the shares of Symbian Limited that Nokia does not already own, at a price of EUR 3.647 per share. The net cash outlay from Nokia to purchase the approximately 52% of Symbian Limited shares it does not already own will be approximately EUR 264 million.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 01:40:10 GMT 725 macbothttp://digg.com/img/udm.png Gadgets 83

How to Go From Sedentary to Running in Five Steps

Today, I’m going to give you my advice (as an intermediate runner, not an expert) on how to go from sitting on the couch to being a true runner. I won’t say that it’ll be easy, especially in the beginning. But I will say that it won’t kill you (assuming you don’t have major health problems) and that it will get easier and even fun

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 01:20:10 GMT 961 MrBabyManhttp://digg.com/users/MrBabyMan/m.png Health 154

10 Easy Hypermile Tricks That Save You Gas

Can you afford not to drive? Most of us depend on cars for some part of our daily lives. By using some easy Hypermile (or fuel efficient driving) tricks you can beat your car’s EPA rating and save some dollars. Here are ten easy things you can do to boost your MPG…

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 01:00:18 GMT 693 rtknox00http://digg.com/users/rtknox00/m.png Autos 207

The Bush House of Cards is Collapsing

Economy on brink of recession - Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan warned on Tuesday the U.S. economy was on the brink of a recession, with the chances of that happening at more than 50 percent. The U.S. economy has been hit by a credit crisis, gas crisis, housing crisis, food crisis, war, poverty...

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:50:12 GMT 1241 noupsellhttp://digg.com/users/noupsell/m.png World News 330

architecture....

the great idea of house designer.....

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:40:08 GMT 376 aleh49http://digg.com/users/aleh49/m.png Design 98

Dodd And Feingold Will Filibuster Telecom Immunity

Two Senators willing to stand for the Bill of Rights, surely there are more. Please call yours.

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:30:10 GMT 1423 bepeacehttp://digg.com/img/udm.png Political News 178

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