Month January 2008

Transgenic trees suck up pollutants

Genetically modified trees are being used on oil spill sites. They “remove pollutants 100 times faster than non-genetically modified poplars.” They will be cut down after three years before they can pass their genes on. A Frankentree perhaps, but certainly…

Furi Ozitech knife sharpener

Best knife sharpener ever. 6-8 swipes sharpens a dull blade without hassling about getting the edge at just the perfect angle. The secret of the Furi Ozitech knife sharpener is the diamond coated fingers. Folds up into a compact case…

More on jingle mail

A bank CEO says, unlike in previous economic downturns, once homeowners go 30 days late on the mortgage they never make another payment. In previous times, they might have kept paying, remaining 30 days late. But no more. They just…

Ron Paul to run as Libertarian?

He’s got $20 million in campaign contributions, hasn’t spent much of it, and the Libertarian Party has issued an offer for him to participate in their nominating convention in May. Ex-House member Cynthia McKinney will probably get the Green Party…