Donna Summer, 63, Has D...

What a sad day. First, Mary Richardson Kennedy ‘s heartbreaking suicide , and now, the AP has confirmed that disco royalty Donna Summer has died at age 63, following a long battle with breast cancer . Summer, whose music has been a staple in dance clubs for decades, won five Grammys and was widely regarded as one of the most prominent hit-makers of the disco era. She was first artist to have three consecutive double albums hit the top spot on Billboard. Within 13 months, she...

Don’t Skip Your Morni...

Though Miley Cyrus  seems pretty sold on the stuff, health advocates are always waffling about coffee–is it a miracle drug? Is it going to kill you? What does it all mean? But in a new (and giant) study published today in  The New England Journal of Medicine , it seems that your morning cup of drip may help you reach retirement age and beyond. According to the study, it’s possible that drinking coffee helps you live longer. Or at least, the habits of being a coffee...

Afternoon Links: Michel...

•What does Michelle Obama jam to while she works out? Willow Smith, of course! ( HuffPost Healthy Living ) • Cooking thermometers are a necessary kitchen tool–here are some good ones ( The Kitchn ) • One expert weighs in on how to help kids love their bodies . Awesome! ( YourTango ) • Want to run faster? Of course you do. Try out one of these four tips ( Fitbie ) • How to live by the “ five second rule ” and not, surprising, get sick ( The Stir ) Post...

10 Hottest Sustainable ...

Jeans are a wardrobe staple: Here’s where to look to stock your closet with stylish eco-friendly versions. Here is the original post:  10 Hottest Sustainable Denim Companies for Men’s and Women’s...

Statistical Analysis Sh...

Analysis bridges differences between various climate change models to predict North American climate change with high certainty. Will skeptics finally be convinced? Originally posted here: Statistical Analysis Shows 2 Degree Temperature Rise Zones in North...

How to Make 3D-Printed ...

3D printing is becoming more and more approachable for the average Maker, and with that accessibility comes really cool projects like being able to print your own electronics which is cheaper and greener. See the original post here:  How to Make 3D-Printed Circuit Boards And An LED...

5 Invasive Plants You C...

As invasive species threaten native ecosystems, why not fight them with your appetite and a sauté pan? See the original post here:  5 Invasive Plants You Can...

European Researchers Di...

European Researchers discovered a new cause of obesity, called “social jet lag” (because eating crappy food and getting next to know physical activity is probably not it). We’re pretty sure it’s just another word for “sleeping in,” based on TIME ‘s description: Social jet lag, a term coined by researchers in Europe, refers to the discrepancy between your natural body clock and your social clock — the schedule you need to keep for your job...

Daily Fail: Horrible Ca...

You are tearing him apart, Lisa! Attention, child-free career women : the Daily Mail would like you to know that you are ruining everything for the men of the world. I mean, just look at this math! Do you know how many men’s lives you’re ruining by depriving them of parenthood? A recent survey revealed that 43 per cent of university-educated women born between 1965 and 1978 are childless, with an increasing number sacrificing the joys of motherhood for the sake of their...

iPad Stays Safe In Slim...

A new eco-friendlier option for keeping your iPad safe and protected. See the original post:  iPad Stays Safe In Slim, Eco-Friendly...