Swine Flu Vaccine Makers Granted Legal Immunity

The last time the government embarked on a major vaccine campaign against a new swine flu, thousands filed claims contending they suffered side effects from the shots. This time, the government has already taken steps to head that off. Vaccine makers and federal officials will be immune from lawsuits that result from any new swine flu vaccine.

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Nine toxic chemicals added to banned list: UN

Nine chemicals, including the head lice treatment Lindane, have been added to a list of poisonous substances that are to be eliminated under the Stockholm Convention, the UN Environment Programme said on Saturday.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20090510/sc_afp/unenvironmentchemical

Obama Promises Science-Centric, Eco-Friendly Presidency

President Obama's Inaugural speech included a clutch of promises and observations that will have scientists, medical researchers and environmentalists in the US and around the world breathing a sigh of relief.

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn16452-obama-to-restore-science-to-its-rightful-place.html

Google CEO: "Renewable Energy Is Cheaper, Not Nuclear"

Google CEO Eric Schmidt says despite the political debate, we should consider renewable energy over nuclear because "it's cheaper." He goes on to highlight new innovations in wind and solar thermal production.

6 Words That Make Your Resume Suck

These sucky words are not of the four-letter variety. These words are common. They are accepted. They litter the average resume with buzzword badness. Hiring managers can identify sucky words in seconds, leaving your resume work worthless.

http://www.squawkfox.com/2009/01/19/6-words-that-make-your-resume-suck/

Barack Obama wins the 2008 Presidential Election

Dear World,

We hope you accept this as our apology

-The United States

http://www.cnn.com/?obama_wins

"I can't imagine a President being named Obama"

I'm fascinated how stupid some people are. It must be very tiresome to have the world revolve around you and your religious beliefs. I can't imagine sharing a country with such a smug, unapolgetically and intentionally ignorant person. Ignorance itself is forgivable, but intentional ignorance is unconscionable.

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Energy, Money - 25 simple ways to save

Wood-burning fireplaces can suck more heat from your home than they put back in.

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/home-garden/resource-center/saving-on-energy-costs/25-simple-ways-to-save/saving-on-energy-costs-simple-ways-to-save.htm

Matt Damon Rips Sarah Palin

Actor Matt Damon criticizes Alaska governor Sarah Palin, citing her inexperience in national politics and comparing her candidacy to "a bad Disney movie.