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5 Largest United States Government Agencies
Written by Arthur WeinsteinIf you’re tired of hearing about the federal budget deficit, it might be time to buy some earplugs. The deficit will be one of the hot topics in not only this year’s presidential race, but in Congress as well, as lawmakers again debate the extension of the federal debt-ceiling limit.…Written on Friday, 18 May 2012 14:40 in Politics Read more...
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5 Incredible Advances in Robotics and Androids
Written by Listosaur.com StaffHumans have long had a love/hate relationship with robots. For every lovable robot, like R2-D2 of Star Wars fame, or the robot in the campy 1960s TV series Lost in Space (Danger, Will Robinson!), there have been evil robots and humanoids we’ve feared, liked the replicants in the classic 1982…Written on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 18:07 in Science & Technology Read more...
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5 Structures Famous For Their Engineering Flaws
Written by Dave DickinsonWe’ve all seen famous examples of “failed” engineering, from collapsed bridges and buildings to $300 million satellite launches that crash into the ocean. What seemed like a good idea during the design phase didn’t work as expected under stress or even normal conditions. In most cases, someone cleans up the…Written on Tuesday, 15 May 2012 16:04 in Science & Technology Read more...
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10 Influential Modern Spiritual Writers
Written by Alison HillWhy are we here? What’s the point of existence? As human beings, we are constantly searching for meaning, and throughout history scientists, theologians, philosophers, writers and poets, have explored such themes. Most people long for peaceful, happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. Some turn to religion to satisfy their spiritual yearnings;…Written on Sunday, 13 May 2012 18:56 in Miscellaneous Read more...
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5 Dangerous World Record Feats on Video
Written by Listosaur.com StaffThe famous Guinness World Records officially recognizes thousands of incredible records. Many of these are interesting in their own right, but are hardly worthy of adulation. Would you want to hold the record as the World’s Most Tattooed Person? How about the record for the Most Marshmallows Eaten in 1…Written on Saturday, 12 May 2012 15:51 in Miscellaneous Read more...
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5 Lucrative Careers With the Best Employment Forecasts
Written by Arthur WeinsteinNew college graduates are leaving their alma maters behind this spring, and if they thought classes in Advanced Calculus or English Literature were tough, they’re nothing compared to the challenge they face in a depressed U.S. labor market. Countless thousands will fail to find work in their field and will…Written on Thursday, 10 May 2012 14:54 in Miscellaneous Read more...
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5 Underrated Civil War Sites Worth a Visit
Written by Listosaur.com StaffThe Civil War featured many historic battles whose names need no introduction. Gettysburg. Chickamauga. Antietam. Manassas. Shiloh. Those battles have been commemorated in books and movies, and the sites now draw hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Beyond that, there were a number of other battles and events that…Written on Wednesday, 09 May 2012 15:49 in Travel Read more...
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5 False Discoveries of Extraterrestrials in History
Written by Dave DickinsonMankind has been searching the universe for signs of alien life for more than half a century. So far, the search has yielded no sign of ET. Yet there has been much debate in the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) community about the protocols to follow if — or perhaps…Written on Tuesday, 08 May 2012 14:04 in History Read more...
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10 Bizarre Medical Treatments in History
Written by Michelle LeachWhen you think, “medical treatments through history,” you probably think of some nightmarish stuff — bloodletting, shock therapy, and more. But as gross or absurd as some of the following medical practices of “bygone” days may seem, like fashion, what goes around comes around. Some of these seemingly archaic treatments…Written on Sunday, 06 May 2012 13:27 in Bizarre Stuff Read more...
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10 Great Statues Honoring Legendary Rock Musicians
Written by Listosaur.com StaffThe city of Austin, Texas, unveiled a statue of country music legend Willie Nelson on April 20, and the 78-year-old musician was on hand to enjoy the ceremony. Too often, music stars are only honored in such fashion after their death. And what fun is that? Here are 10 interesting…Written on Saturday, 05 May 2012 12:33 in Entertainment Read more...