OK, here's an article on the other side of the fence:
The Institute of Food Technologists, Organic Food No Healthier than Regular Food: PDF
In it, they admit that some studies show more nutritional benefits from organic food, while others did not. They even have theories why organic food might be better in those cases.
As for family farm crops being lost, this has been going on for over 100 years. This article has some good info:
Of the nearly 8,000 varieties of apple that grew in the United States at the turn of the century, more than 95 percent no longer exist. In Mexico, only 20 percent of the corn types recorded in 1930 can now be found. Only 10 percent of the 10,000 wheat varieties grown in China in 1949 remain in use. and...
The loss of food plant species is directly related to the 20th century "green revolution," in which farmers adopted streamlined agricultural techniques to increase production of food. To maximize crop yields, they chose a few high-yield, uniform crops that grew predictably and could be planted and harvested mechanically. So really, Monsanto isn't to blame for our lack of biodiversity in our crops, it's modern farming and market forces.
Organic is healthier, if this study comparing peer-reviewed papers from 2000-present is to be believed. Apparently, as you increase the yield of crops, the nutritional value decreases.
More problematic is that our food supply is becoming more homogeneous. Many times a family farm's crop is replaced with Monsanto seed, a distinct type of crop is actually lost. If something like a new variant of wheat stem rust appears, the lack of genetic diversity in our crops will make them particularly vulnerable.
What was the last German movie to gain any kind of international attention? Run Lola Run? I believe it was Triumph of the Will. That movie sure got people to sit up and take notice!
Your first name isn't personal information. Your address is available on a map, so that's public information too. Heck, your SSN is given to you by the government, so that's not technically yours either!
Wait until your GPS-enabled cell phone buzzes when you walk into a McDonalds:
"Say, Bob, are you sure you want to eat here? Your cholesterol is 224. Subway is just around the corner. Mention this ad and you'll get 10% off!"
In other news, a bunch of religious fruitcakes have barricaded themselves in a cave in Russia 'to blow themselves up before end of world.' It's only a matter of time before our comet memories are tainted. Maybe when I restore my memories from backup they can be selectively edited.
Makes me wonder...
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...if the control issue is the fault of the game developer or the hardware? Are there other games that use the sixaxis feature with precision, or is it just a clunky piece of hardware they tacked on to the PS3 "because Nintendo is doing it?"
NTDOY stock represents 1/8 of a share of Nintendo stock traded on the Tokyo stock exchange, NTDOF represents one share. Most people trade the NTDOY, which is currently trading at 45.85.
Why would they put an entire season on one disc, even if it was technically possible, when they could sell 5 or more discs? It's just this type of consumer-oriented thinking that's bringing down the industry.
You're also being rude to whomever is speaking during the meeting by not paying attention, giving off the impression that your time is more important than theirs. That may be true, but the "competitive edge" you gain in productivity may be offset by the vibe you're giving off by actively ignoring your coworkers.
While the 25-30 year olds are likely to be more gadget geeks, the older crowd is more likely to be workaholics. I've seen more of the over-40 crowd get addicted to their crackberries, and they are typically more concerned with climbing the corporate ladder.
After 50 changing jobs becomes a huge issue; many people at that point are hoping to just ride out their current job until retirement. If that means having an electronic leash, that's still preferable to unemployment. It's not the fear that they would lose their jobs if they didn't answer emails on nights and weekends, but the fear they would be first in line when the next round of layoffs hits.
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As for family farm crops being lost, this has been going on for over 100 years. This article has some good info: Of the nearly 8,000 varieties of apple that grew in the United States at the turn of the century, more than 95 percent no longer exist. In Mexico, only 20 percent of the corn types recorded in 1930 can now be found. Only 10 percent of the 10,000 wheat varieties grown in China in 1949 remain in use. and... The loss of food plant species is directly related to the 20th century "green revolution," in which farmers adopted streamlined agricultural techniques to increase production of food. To maximize crop yields, they chose a few high-yield, uniform crops that grew predictably and could be planted and harvested mechanically. So really, Monsanto isn't to blame for our lack of biodiversity in our crops, it's modern farming and market forces.
Agree, Serena's hotter.
Organic is healthier, if this study comparing peer-reviewed papers from 2000-present is to be believed. Apparently, as you increase the yield of crops, the nutritional value decreases.
More problematic is that our food supply is becoming more homogeneous. Many times a family farm's crop is replaced with Monsanto seed, a distinct type of crop is actually lost. If something like a new variant of wheat stem rust appears, the lack of genetic diversity in our crops will make them particularly vulnerable.
Your first name isn't personal information. Your address is available on a map, so that's public information too. Heck, your SSN is given to you by the government, so that's not technically yours either! Wait until your GPS-enabled cell phone buzzes when you walk into a McDonalds: "Say, Bob, are you sure you want to eat here? Your cholesterol is 224. Subway is just around the corner. Mention this ad and you'll get 10% off!"
"I'd like to return this." "Um, I'm sorry sir, this PDA has been flagged."
In other news, a bunch of religious fruitcakes have barricaded themselves in a cave in Russia 'to blow themselves up before end of world.' It's only a matter of time before our comet memories are tainted. Maybe when I restore my memories from backup they can be selectively edited.
...if the control issue is the fault of the game developer or the hardware? Are there other games that use the sixaxis feature with precision, or is it just a clunky piece of hardware they tacked on to the PS3 "because Nintendo is doing it?"
Before they die of exhaustion from a marathon gaming session!
I'm starting to think Jack Thompson was created by the industry to help sales. Every game this guy rails against becomes a top seller.
Use the Opera browser. Most old folks know how to use a remote.
Running on AIR? That officially makes it vaporware!
16) And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand or in their foreheads,
17) that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark or the name of the beast or the number of his name.
Who knew it would be an IPv6 address?
In the US, the stock is traded as NTDOY (on Yahoo, it's NTDOY.PK http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=NTDOY.PK). It's on the "Pink Sheets http://www.pinksheets.com/about/index.jsp," as an OTC (over-the-counter) traded stock.
NTDOY stock represents 1/8 of a share of Nintendo stock traded on the Tokyo stock exchange, NTDOF represents one share. Most people trade the NTDOY, which is currently trading at 45.85.
Because under Communism, everyone is equal.
Don't deploy your code to the ED-209.
It's the only machine certified to run Duke Nukem Forever!
Why would they put an entire season on one disc, even if it was technically possible, when they could sell 5 or more discs? It's just this type of consumer-oriented thinking that's bringing down the industry.
You're also being rude to whomever is speaking during the meeting by not paying attention, giving off the impression that your time is more important than theirs. That may be true, but the "competitive edge" you gain in productivity may be offset by the vibe you're giving off by actively ignoring your coworkers.
While the 25-30 year olds are likely to be more gadget geeks, the older crowd is more likely to be workaholics. I've seen more of the over-40 crowd get addicted to their crackberries, and they are typically more concerned with climbing the corporate ladder. After 50 changing jobs becomes a huge issue; many people at that point are hoping to just ride out their current job until retirement. If that means having an electronic leash, that's still preferable to unemployment. It's not the fear that they would lose their jobs if they didn't answer emails on nights and weekends, but the fear they would be first in line when the next round of layoffs hits.
Duke Nukem Forever!
The only upgrade I've heard coming for the Wii is that they're adding DVD playback.
On the gripping hand...