A Point To Ponder:
"Oh, I hated the Colonel with his wee beady eyes! And that smug look on his face, "Oh, you're gonna buy my chicken! Ohhhhh!... Everyone knows that he puts an addictive chemical in his chicken that makes you crave it fort-nightly..."
-Mike Meyers as Stuart McKenzie,
So I Married An Axe Murderer, 1993
Check Out The Latest Buzz
04/19/07: When Your Blood Alcohol Level Exceeds Your GPA, You Are In Trouble
Almost unbelievably, a Washington woman registered a blood alcohol content of .47--nearly eight times the legal limit--and a new state record for Washington.
03/04/07: Holy Smoke: Churches Told To Put Up No Smoking Signs
Churches in England have been admonished to put up no smoking signs, even though Clergy argue that no one smokes in houses of worship in the first place.
02/25/07 KFC Snackers: Rats Infest Greenwich Village Restaurant
CBS camera crews caught rats feasting at a Greenwich Village KFC. It gets worse. The NYC Department of Health gave the restaurant a clean bill of health just one day earlier. Might I suggest brown-bagging it?
02/19/07: Addicted To Love: IBM Employee Sues Company for $5 Million
An IBM employee who was fired for frequenting an adult chat room at work is suing the company for $5 million. His position? He claims to be addicted to sex and feels he should have protection under the American's With Disabilities Act.
02/11/07: Taking Aim...Urinals Now Offer Drunk Driving Advice
New Mexico bars will begin installing restrooms with talking urinal cakes. The messages will encourage drivers to think twice before taking the wheel after consuming alcohol. This approach reminds me of those signs that use to appear in the restrooms of small town bars: "We aim to please, you aim too please."
02/11/07: There Are No Free Rides: Hospital Dumps Patient In LA's Skid Row
The LA Times reported that a paraplegic man wearing a soiled hospital gown and a broken colostomy bag was found crawling in a gutter in skid row in Los Angeles on Thursday after allegedly being dumped in the street by a Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center van.
2/11/07: NWA To Laid-Off Employees: Don't Hesitate To Pick Things Out Of Trash
This is a story that borders on the unbelievable, but sadly it's true. After laying off employees in August of 2006, NWA published a "supportive" guide to making ends meet. Consider this thoughtful NWA tip: "Don't be shy about pulling something you like out of the trash." Very thoughtful indeed.
1/26/07: Scientist Develops Caffeinated Donut
That cup of coffee just not getting it done anymore? How about a Buzz Donut or a Buzzed Bagel?
01/20/07: It's About Time: Fed Chairman Warns U.S. of Impending Crisis Due To Future Entitlements
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke told Congress that the economy could be gravely hurt if the nation's fiscal house is not put in order and Social Security and Medicare aren't revamped.
1/20/07: More Than Two Billion About To Be Served: McDonalds Infiltrates China
McDonald's Corp. just opened its first drive-through in Beijing. This means that fast-food has truly gone global. If you thought McDonalds was big in the U.S., you ain't seen nothing yet.
01/09/07: It's The Maine Thing...Smoking Is Banned In Cars Where Children Are Present
The Bangor City Council approved a measure Monday that prohibits people from smoking in vehicles when children are present. When the law goes into effect next week, Bangor will become the first municipality in Maine to have such a law.
12/30/06: Atlantic City Unwilling To Gamble on Employee Health
Atlantic City casino's are about to go smoke-free. If you don't think this is a big deal, consider the fact that this is the nation's biggest gambling center. With thousands of employees, it is apparent that the casino's are concerned about the liability of their employee's exposure to second-hand smoke.
12/22/06: Would You Like Psychotherapy With That? Indonesia Introduces $110 Burger...
A luxury hotel in Indonesia has launched a million-rupiah (110-dollar) hamburger, thought to be the world's most expensive, in a bid to marry the tastes of east and west. If you ask me, its more of a bid to divorce you from your wallet.
12/19/06: For Public Consumption...Despite E coli, Taco John's CEO Eats Tacos To Win Public Back
Despite the recent E coli outbreak at several Minnesota-based outlets, Taco John's CEO, Paul Fisherkeller assured the public that it's ok to eat at the fast food restaurant. To sell the message, he publicly consumed tacos for the public. This kind of reminds me of the scene in Jaws where the Mayor says it's safe to get back in the water.
12/15/06 Concerned About Your Weight? Just Check The Label Of Your Clothes...
A British Professor says oversize clothes should have obesity helpline numbers sewn on them to try and reduce Britain's fat crisis.
12/15/06: What Would You Give To Be Wealthy? How about $2,200...
A global study reveals an overwhelming wealth gap, with the world's three richest people having more money than the poorest 48 nations combined.
12/10/06: Most Americans Have No Idea When They'll Begin Collecting Social Security
As the baby boomers head for retirement, you'd think that they would know when they're eligible to collect social security. Wrong, wrong, wrong, wrong, wrong.12/08/06: Employers Wear White and Black Hats With Workplace Wellness Programs
When it comes to participating in workplace wellness programs, some employers "love" their employees into submission. Others take a different route.12/08/06: Like It Or Not, Your Medical Records Will Soon Be Electronic
We all knew it was just a matter of time before medical records were stored in cyberspace. Some think that this new system will dramatically reduce health care costs. Others believe that it will compromise confidentiality.12/04/06 Serious W(h)ino: Before You Bitch, Make Sure You Order
Everyone knows that fast food can be harmful to your health. Michelle Engler of Des Moines now knows that if your not careful, it can also land you in jail. In October, customer Michelle Marie Engler, 45, was arrested for public intoxication at the Big Tomato Pizza restaurant after boisterously demanding to know why her food was taking so long. An employee explained that she hadn't ordered yet. (Des Moines Register)
12/03/06 Can't Afford A Surgical Procedure In The U.S.? India Here I Come...
More and more people are turning to overseas health care providers to perform costly procedures like hip replacements, coronary bypass and, yes even, liposuction...and the savings are remarkable.
12/03/06 Kobayashi Sets New Hot Dog Eating Record In 2006; Consumes Record 53+ Weiners in 12 Minutes
Takeru Kobayashi of Japan ended the 2006 Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog contest as champion once again, setting a new world record of 53 and 3/4 hot dogs and buns in 12 minutes. For the calorically challenged, 53 hot dogs (with buns) equates to 12,720 calories and 795 grams of fat...in 12 minutes.
11/27/06 Forget Take-Out; Many Chefs Now Make House Calls
With thousands of Chefs looking for work, some culinary captains will do just about anything for work--including coming to your house to cook.
