There is Nothing in Arizona

Another smaller signs reads: Town of Nothing Arizona. Elevation 3269ft.The staunch citizens of Nothing are full of Hope, Faith, and Believe in the work ethic. Thru-the-years-these dedicated people had faith in Nothing, hoped for Nothing, worked at Nothing, for Nothing. There were originally two buildings, but only one is acting like standing now. According to themost latest reportsdating May 2014, Nothing still has no activity.

October 21, 2015 · 1 min · 65 words · Shawn Rogers

Being Poor Is Too Expensive

Some think that being poor is simple. You dont have enough money to buy a lot of stuff, so youre forced to buy less stuff. But thats not really how it works. It actually costsmoreto be poor. It costs money up front to save money over the long run. Ramen is under twenty cents a pack. The problem is gettinghealthyfood. Ramen consists of 20% empty calories and 80% salt. This was the exact situation I found myself inwhen I was broke....

October 20, 2015 · 7 min · 1281 words · Nicole Bowers

Warm Blooded Plants

The heat needed to melt the snow is derived not from the sun but generated by the plant itself. The Asian sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) can also regulate its flower temperature. Another speciesPhilodendron selloumis even better at temperature regulation. Biologists believe thermogenic plants generate heat to assist in pollination. The heat also makes the thermogenic plants attractive to insects seeking warmth and comfort. This is why thermogenesis is not commonly seen among plants....

October 20, 2015 · 1 min · 90 words · Kevin Calderon

What to Do When You Break Up With a Coworker

You had the perfectoffice romanceuntil you didnt. Now youre broken up. But when youll see your ex at the office, that complicates things. This post originally appeared onThe Muse. Normal breakups are hard, butoffice breakupsare a whole new ballgame. And, unfortunately, whether things ended in a mutual agreement or a heated argument doesnt always matter. Working with your former significant other isreallyawkward. But, that uncomfortable atmosphere doesnt mean you should probably run out and get an entirely new job....

October 20, 2015 · 2 min · 379 words · Gary White

Eisinga Planetarium: The World’s Oldest Working Planetarium

Eisingas planetarium was built at a time when the nation was gripped by panic and hysteria. This means that the Earth takes exactly 365 days to make one complete rotation. Mercury takes 88 days, Venus 224 days, Mars 687 days and Saturn over 29 years. These gears are located in the attic above the ceiling and hidden from view. The planets, however, are not to scale because this would make them too small to see....

October 19, 2015 · 1 min · 145 words · Nicholas Sampson

How to Regain Your Composure When You're Having a Panic Attack

Last week, I experienced a panic attack for the first time. The scariest part, though, was that I was hopelessly lost for what to do. When it started, I was mostly confused. My heart rate skyrocketed and my normal breathing shortened to quick, shallow gasps. Fortunately, my Lifehacker instincts kicked in. I pulled myself off the floor where I had huddled into a ball and reached for my keyboard. This guidecant and shouldntreplace seeking real help when you need it....

October 19, 2015 · 3 min · 551 words · Anne Oconnor

I've Found My Holy Grail of Headphones: The AKG Q701

The search for the perfect headphones can feel like a never-ending journey. And since everyone has different tastes, its impossible for someone else to recommend the perfect cans for you. But world be damned, Ive found mine, and Im never giving them up. Get sucked into the world of headphones by buying something a little more expensive. Then maybe your tastes change, or you get bored, and you get something even more expensive....

October 19, 2015 · 3 min · 627 words · Katherine Myers

Unexploded Bombs Find Everyday Use in Laos’ Villages

The Vietnam War ended 40 years ago, but left a deadly legacy, especially in Laos. Not all of those bombs did what they were supposed to do. An estimated 30 percent of ordnance failed to explode, remaining live in the ground years after the war. They continue to detonate at unexpected places and at unexpected times, such as when children are playing. Boats made frombomb casingsfuel tanks seen in a village in Laos....

October 19, 2015 · 2 min · 254 words · Michael Ponce

Logitech Mouse Showdown: Performance MX vs. MX Master vs. G502 Proteus Core

Heres how they compare. Its been so popular that Logitech has been producing it, unchanged, for six years. Its worth noting up front that all of these mice are, sadly, for right-handers only. Logitech does have a fewleft-handedandambidextrousmice, but the three kings are made for right-handed folks. Its perfect forpalm gripperswho like to rest their whole hand on the mouse. Even if you have smaller hands, this larger mouse will fit them well....

October 18, 2015 · 2 min · 370 words · Mrs. Beth Orr MD

Randy Hage’s Miniature Models of New York City Storefronts

Hage started making painstakingly detailed scale models of the storefronts he photographed. It became a way of documenting the processes of gentrification and urban renewal, he said. A 1:12 scale model of a store front built by Randy Hage. Over the past 15 years, I have photographed over 700 storefronts, Hage toldThe Guardian. More than half of those have moved or have gone out of business. In some cases, these shops have served the people of New York for decades....

October 18, 2015 · 1 min · 94 words · Ashley Davis

Paris Plages: The Artificial Beaches of Paris

Initially there was only one beach. Then a second beach opened in 2006. Photo credit Millions of people hit the beaches either to sunbath or to cool off in the shade. Boardwalk-style cafes and snack bars pop-up all along the beach. At night there are parties, dancing and concerts. The concept has now become a worldwide phenomenon inspiring similar events in cities around Europe.

October 17, 2015 · 1 min · 64 words · Carlos Cooley

The Ames Pyramid: A Monument to The Forgotten Brothers

Oliver Ames was the president of the Union Pacific Railroad, while his brother Oakes was a Massachusetts congressman. Behind the construction of the Union Pacific Railroad, however, was a nasty scandal. In this way, the Union Pacific made some $44 million in illegal profits. When the fraud was uncovered in 1873, Oakes was censured by the Congress. He died in disgrace two months later, and his brother Oliver followed within four years....

October 17, 2015 · 1 min · 193 words · James Berg

The Granite Dells of Prescott, Arizona

Two very scenic artificial reservoirs Watson Lake and Willow Lake lie within the formation.

October 17, 2015 · 1 min · 14 words · Charles Callahan