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"Knowledge is of two kinds. We know a subject ourselves,
or we know where we can find information upon it."
- Samuel Johnson
MAR 2011
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DATE SITE OF THE DAY
3/1/11
1911 Encyclopedia Britannica: Free Online
"The LoveToKnow Free Online Encyclopedia is based on what many consider to be the best encyclopedia ever written: the eleventh edition of the Encyclopedia Britannica, first published in 1911. At a time when many encyclopedias have capsulated and condensed important knowledge, the 11th edition is generally much more in-depth and thorough on its topics. It is not uncommon for its entries to be 5 to 10 times the length of other encyclopedias. As a research tool, this 11th edition is unparalleled - even today."
3/2/11
U.S. Dept. of Commerce: Women in America
"Women have higher graduation rates than men at all academic levels and by 2019 they are projected to account for 60 percent of all American undergraduates. In 2009, they accounted for more than half of all people employed in management and professional occupations. But at all levels of education, women still earn only 75 percent of what men earn. Those are among the nuggets contained in a new statistical compendium, Women in America, released on March 1, 2011. by the White House."
3/3/11
Ancestry.com
"Discover your ancestors with the world's largest family history website. Start a family tree, browse census records and more online at Ancestry.com."
3/4/11
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Unhealthy Sleep-Related Behaviors
"An estimated 50-70 million adults in the United States have chronic sleep and wakefulness disorders. Sleep difficulties, some of which are preventable, are associated with chronic diseases, mental disorders, health-risk behaviors, limitations of daily functioning, injury, and mortality. The National Sleep Foundation suggests that most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. To assess unhealthy sleep-related behaviors, CDC analyzed data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System in 2009. The results indicated that 37.9% reported unintentionally falling asleep during the day, and 4.7% reported nodding off or falling asleep while driving in the preceding 30 days."
3/5/11
The National Center for Education Statistics
"The National Center for Education Statistics collects, analyzes and makes available data related to education in the U.S. and other nations."
3/6/11
Wikiquote
"Wikiquote is a free online compendium of sourced quotations from notable people and creative works in every language, translations of non-English quotes, and links to Wikipedia for further information."
3/7/11
Science.gov
"Science.gov searches over 45 databases and over 2000 selected websites from 14 federal agencies, offering 200 million pages of authoritative U.S. government science information including research and development results."
3/8/11
HowStuffWorks
"From car engines to search engines, from cell phones to stem cells, and thousands of subjects in between, HowStuffWorks has it covered. No topic is too big or too small for our expert editorial staff to unmask ... or for you to understand. In addition to comprehensive articles, our helpful graphics and informative videos walk you through every topic clearly, simply and objectively. Our premise is simple: Demystify the world and do it in a simple, clear-cut way that anyone can understand."
3/9/11
Words of Inspiration
"Inspirational and motivational quotations on attitude and outlook, character, enthusiasm, friendship, happiness, hope and dreams, kindness, leadership, life, love and romance, sports and competition, and success."
3/10/11
National Geographic: Your Shot Jigsaw Puzzle Generator
"Time yourself and challenge your friends to solve these jigsaw puzzles, featuring The Daily Dozen from Your Shot."
3/11/11
How Tsunamis Work
"On December 26, 2004, a massive underwater earthquake off the coast of Indonesia's Sumatra Island rattled the Earth in its orbit. The quake, measuring 9.0 on the Richter scale, was the largest one since 1964. Dozens of aftershocks with magnitudes of 5.0 or higher occurred in the following days. But the most powerful and destructive aftermath of this devastating earthquake was the tsunami that it caused. The death toll reached higher than 220,000, and many communities suffered devastating property damage."
3/12/11
Free Birthday Treats
"What can you get free for your birthday? Find local businesses and restaurants offering birthday freebies or birthday discounts to adults, kids and pets! No membership required to browse birthday deals! "
3/13/11
How Nuclear Power Works
"As of July 2008, there were more than 430 operating nuclear power plants and, together, they provided about 15 percent of the world's electricity in 2007. Of these 31 countries, some depend more on nuclear power than others. For instance, in France about 77 percent of the country's electricity comes from nuclear power [source: NEI]. Lithuania comes in second, with an impressive 65 percent. In the United States, 104 nuclear power plants supply 20 percent of the electricity overall, with some states benefiting more than others. In this article, we'll examine the process of fission, look at what goes on inside and outside a nuclear power plant and discuss some of the pros and cons of nuclear power."3/14/11
How Nuclear Power Works
"As of July 2008, there were more than 430 operating nuclear power plants and, together, they provided about 15 percent of the world's electricity in 2007. Of these 31 countries, some depend more on nuclear power than others. For instance, in France about 77 percent of the country's electricity comes from nuclear power [source: NEI]. Lithuania comes in second, with an impressive 65 percent. In the United States, 104 nuclear power plants supply 20 percent of the electricity overall, with some states benefiting more than others. In this article, we'll examine the process of fission, look at what goes on inside and outside a nuclear power plant and discuss some of the pros and cons of nuclear power."3/15/11
NPR Primer: Japan's Nuclear Crisis
"Officials are struggling to contain a nuclear crisis triggered by Friday's massive earthquake and tsunami. This NPR site takes a look at some of the science involved." Related sites: History of Nuclear Power in Japan | Why Japan Relies on Nuclear Power | Radiation Exposure: Fast Facts About Thyroid Cancer and Other Health Risks.
3/16/11
TrueCar
"Compare national, regional and local car prices to find what others paid for new cars. View comprehensive price reports to find the best new car deal."
3/17/11
CIA: World Leaders
"The CIA publishes and updates the online directory of Chiefs of State and Cabinet Members of Foreign Governments regularly. The directory is intended to be used primarily as a reference aid and includes as many governments of the world as is considered practical, some of them not officially recognized by the United States."
3/18/11
Japanese Nuclear Emergency: Basic Radiation Facts From EPA
"This site provides information about EPA's radiation protection activities and basic radiation science facts."
3/19/11
Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites
"Your genealogy starting point online for more than a decade!"
3/20/11
Vimeo
"Vimeo is a respectful community of creative people who are passionate about sharing the videos they make. We provide the best tools and highest quality video in the universe."
3/21/11
U.S. Citizenship Test: Take the Test
"NEWSWEEK gave 1,000 Americans the U.S. Citizenship Test--38 percent failed. The country's future is imperiled by our ignorance."
3/22/11
TIME: Top 10 Terrible Epidemics
"Cholera has broken out in the persistent rubble from Haiti's January earthquake, killing around 300 and infecting at least 3,300. With officials saying the outbreak is stabilizing, TIME looks at other devastating scourges throughout history."
3/23/11
America's Emptiest Cities
"More than 7,000 homes unoccupied in Las Vegas while a fifth of Orlando rentals are vacant. Orlando, Detroit and Las Vegas all feature on America's Emptiest Cities list which was compiled by Forbes."
3/24/11
Detroit's Population Crashes
"The population of Detroit has fallen back 100 years. The flight of middle-class African-Americans to the suburbs fueled an exodus that cut Detroit's population 25% in the past decade to 713,777, according to Census Bureau data released Tuesday. That's the city's lowest population level since the 1910 census, when automobile mass production was making Detroit Detroit."
3/25/11
2010 Census Shows America's Diversity
The U.S. Census Bureau released on March 24, 2011 the second in a series of 2010 Census briefs, Overview of Race and Hispanic Origin: 2010, which looks at our nation's changing racial and ethnic diversity and provides a snapshot of the racial and Hispanic origin composition of the United States. The examination of racial and ethnic group distributions nationally shows that while the non-Hispanic white alone population is still numerically and proportionally the largest major race and ethnic group in the United States, it is also growing at the slowest rate. Conversely, the Hispanic and Asian populations have grown considerably, in part because of relatively higher levels of immigration. Full report available HERE .
3/26/11
Springpad
"Springpad gives you a place to quickly and easily save anything you want to remember. Take a note, create a task, scan a product barcode and look up the book your friend mentioned. The best part is that no matter where you are, Springpad is there with you to make sure you don't forget something worth remembering."
3/27/11
Groupon
"Get 50 to 90 percent off the best stuff your city has to offer. Hot deals in many cities. Get your Groupon today."
3/28/11
Medicare rise could mean no Social Security COLA
"Millions of retired and disabled people in the United States had better brace for another year with no increase in Social Security payments. The government is projecting a slight cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security benefits next year, the first increase since 2009. But for most beneficiaries, rising Medicare premiums threaten to wipe out any increase in payments, leaving them without a raise for a third straight year."
3/29/11
Why North Dakota May Be the Best State in the Country to Live In
"While many states are confronting severe budget shortfalls and dragging economies, North Dakota has a different sort of problem. It's stuck deciding how best to deal with a budget surplus. Yes, a surplus. North Dakota's balance sheet is so strong it recently reduced individual income taxes and property taxes by a combined $400 million, and is debating further cuts. Article by CBS MoneyWatch.
Related sites: The 10 Happiest (and Saddest) Cities in the U.S. | States with Best and Worst Job Growth."
3/30/11
Mayo Clinic: Symptom Checker
"Use this Mayo Clinic Symptom Checker to pinpoint possible causes of your medical symptoms."
3/31/11
Google Search Features
"In addition to providing easy access to billions of web pages, Google has many special features to help you to find exactly what you're looking for. Some of our most popular features are listed on this Google web site."
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