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New research shows that stretching before running doesn't prevent injuries. NY Times http://nyti.ms/ac5m4l
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http://whatmatters.mckinseydigital.com/, their "What Matters" page, currently has a focus on "Can social entrepreneurs create large-scale change?".
McKinseyDigital.com (in the non-premium section I've explored) seems to do a good job of taking a brutally pragmatic perspective on big issues, from mobile trends to micro-finance, etc. It's highly moderated/edited/refined, but in their case the result seems quite valuable.
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Dynasty Trusts allow wealthy to pass most assets for generations tax free, helping to establish an American aristocracy. NYTimes http://nyti.ms/9Eg47O
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The SunSpring produces 5000 gallons per day of potable water, powered by the sun. Units now at work in Haiti. FastCompany http://bit.ly/byk8Eu
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Wouldn't soccer be enhanced by higher scores? Shouldn't championship games be determined at a score higher than 1-0? Via @NickKristof
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Nobel Laureate Gary Becker proposes fixing global immigration problems by turning to the market: auction work visas. Economist.com http://bit.ly/9q0oqj
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MIT researchers have developed a small device that when combined with a smartphone can offer eye exams in developing countries. Fast Company http://bit.ly/9bWBXJ
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A new giant, high-tech billboard in Times Square films the crowd, and then plays tricks on them. Wild. Fast Company http://bit.ly/aSCNLP
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According to FastCompany, a short strip of scotch tape will fix any reputed antenna problems on your iPhone. http://bit.ly/dddblE
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Simplify your life with a "tiny house" (~130 square feet) from Tumbleweed Tiny House Company. NPR http://n.pr/dzqPag
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Biking authorities are concerned that at this year's Tour de France, riders might try to sneak tiny motors into the frames of their bikes. NPR http://n.pr/bEPpmX
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Behavioral scientists have recommendations for how to plan a happier vacation. Tips include more, shorter vacations; have it end with a bang; and even interrupting a vacation might be OK. Boston.com http://bit.ly/cmzrwS
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Designers in New York City are proposing inflatable buildings to be used temporarily at stalled construction sites. Fast Company http://bit.ly/9DIB4m
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If the chance of getting caught in a misdemeanor (parking ticket, speeding) is small, why not band together with other freeloaders and create an insurance market? The Atlantic http://bit.ly/ae1rWa
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Interesting roundup (from 2006) of ways to kill head lice not involving pesticides. Methods include suffocation, desiccation and electrocution. NPR http://n.pr/8YnTON
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Scientists estimate that winds on planet HD 209458b (150 light years from earth) reach 4500 miles per hour. CS Monitor http://bit.ly/a411PV
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The winner of Starbucks "Betacup Challenge" for encouraging reusable cups is a "Karma Cup" chalkboard. Every tenth reusable cup gets a free coffee. CNET http://bit.ly/a5jGBt
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Establishing foreign, sovereign enclaves within the borders of another country (think Hong Kong) may be a key to global development, argues economist Paul Romer. The Atlantic http://bit.ly/aRJztD
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Researchers argue that designing data systems so the "fade" with time will allow better privacy. BBC http://bit.ly/d3Z4RQ
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China seeks to turn Dalian, a high-tech hub, into the "next Silicon Valley". They will invest a lot in the attempt. NPR http://n.pr/duy2gH
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The Jane Goodall Institute's "Roots and Shoots" program is involved in efforts to plant one million trees in the arid regions of China's interior. We'll all benefit. James Fallows blog http://bit.ly/cZVwAU
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New proposed Stanford University guidelines would require technology companies receiving investments to be able to trace sources of "conflict minerals" such as wolframite and cassiterite. NY Times http://nyti.ms/93U1D1
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A new solar lightbulb can shine for two hours after a day of charging. Costing $15, it pays for itself quickly. http://bit.ly/9xzweE
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Prisoner's votes are currently counted based on the location of the prison, not their home residence. This dilutes the voting power of urban, minority prisoners. Miller-McCune http://bit.ly/bgshbh
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The active ingredient in Botox - botulinum neurotoxin - is the most lethal ingredient known to man. Security experts warn if sufficient quantities were bought or produced by terrorists, they could produce a powerful weapon. Foreign Policy http://bit.ly/aqvMXt
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