Saturday 30 June 2012

June 30th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

A Canada Day seafood feast from the bounty of our own national waters 
http://bit.ly/NOtNCY Globe and Mail
Yummmy


Top 10 Canada Day Destinations 
http://bit.ly/OLr6a9 Toronto Sun 
Some good some strange


Celebrating Canada Day Caesar-style 
http://bit.ly/LD8ra4 Toronto Sun
Cheers 


Get Your Facebook Account Under Control This Weekend 
http://bit.ly/LLQdcN LifeHacker
A little weekend project 


Remains of the Day: Adobe Dropping Flash From Android 
http://bit.ly/KSLPas LifeHacker
Bye Bye Flash


Use a Muffin Tin to Dish Out Condiments at Your Next Backyard BBQ 
http://bit.ly/MIpNHe LifeHacker
Great Idea, and you can set out several of them


Allergy Assassin Helps You Figure Out If a Dish Is Safe to Eat Before You Order It http://bit.ly/MfRW9R LifeHacker
A very good idea if affected 





























Friday 29 June 2012

June 29th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Three quick and easy steak sauces 
http://bit.ly/ME3NMv Globe and Mail
One of these may be what you are looking for in a stake sauce.


Taste summer with homemade blueberry compote 
http://bit.ly/Nb3ENb Globe and Mail
mmmum Blueberries


A Geek’s Guide to Budgeting Hobbies 
http://bit.ly/MZbv0C LifeHacker
Budgeting 


The Google Play Web Store Now Lets You Update and Uninstall Apps Remotely http://bit.ly/NVXiGv LifeHacker
For my Android Friends


What to Cook When It’s Too Hot to Cook 
http://bit.ly/OEwFqB LifeHacker
So very good ideas


Use This Chart to Pick the Most Nutritious Leafy Greens 
http://bit.ly/LkPef4 LifeHacker
mmmm Greens













Thursday 28 June 2012

June 28th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Find Out Which App Is Constantly Using Location Services and Killing Your Battery http://bit.ly/N29Hrm LifeHacker
Worth doing from time to time


The ShedRain WindJammer Keeps You Dry in the Rain, Shrinks Down to Fit Anywhere http://bit.ly/MEAB6j LifeHacker
I do need a new umbrella 


Use Binder Clips to Neatly Wrap Up Cables or Headphones 
http://bit.ly/KGDgL7 LifeHacker
A quick and easy trick


A Calorie Is Not Just a Calorie, Study Shows 
http://bit.ly/LxQOIF LifeHacker
A lot to think about


Google Launches Offline Editing for Google Docs, Google Drive Apps for iOS and Chrome OS 
http://bit.ly/ME3ker LifeHacker 
Cool


How to Survive Without a DVD Drive In Your Laptop 
http://bit.ly/QviaUE LifeHacker
Good Tricks/tips if you do not have a DVD drive



















June 28th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

A sweet heritage moment: Authentic Canadian desserts 
http://bit.ly/OxB3aR Globe and Mail
Yummy they look good


Cook up Canada Day-inspired treats 
http://bit.ly/LicYAt Toronto Sun
More yummy looking desserts



Deck-party tech
Get the music and margaritas flowing for Canada Day weekend 
http://bit.ly/MD6aNS Toronto Sun
Party Time


Via hopes changes bring passengers back 
http://bit.ly/LvxoUP Toronto Sun
I hope VIA can keep up it level of service


Fix a Shrunk Shirt with Warm Water and Hair Conditioner 
http://bit.ly/LSLm67 LifeHacker
Would be worth trying for that special shirt 
















Wednesday 27 June 2012

June 27th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Is SETI at risk of downloading a malicious virus from outer space?
http://bit.ly/LDvcRJ iO9
Never thought of this possibility

Write Your Resume Like a Reader
http://bit.ly/M5W3FE LifeHacker
Hope this helps my friends looking for work

Keep Plants Watered for Days with Nothing But Paper Towels
http://bit.ly/KElNTL LifeHacker
A good trick for indoor plants

Spiral Cut Hot Dogs Before Grilling for Maximum Meaty Goodness and Plenty of Room for Toppings http://bit.ly/NDewor LifeHacker
Sounds good

Look Up Your Local University or Community College for Budget-Friendly Events, Seminars, and Festivals
http://bit.ly/MC6wo7 LifeHacker
Great Idea

June 27th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

DIY smoked cheese allows precise control – and fun 
http://bit.ly/KCUDwt Globe and Mail
Home made smoked cheese, this could be fun


DIY In-Cupboard Spice Rack Saves You Space, Keeps Your Kitchen Clutter-Free http://bit.ly/MTayuH LifeHacker
I like the idea


The Three Piles of Life Helps You Decide What’s Really Important 
http://bit.ly/KCVEoc LifeHacker
This may work for you 


Be Genuine and Genuinely Helpful to Grow Your Personal and Professional Network http://bit.ly/LBAfC3 LifeHacker
Some good tips.


Use This Chart to Determine When Your Favorite Fruits Are In Season 
http://bit.ly/LPmfRF LifeHacker
Good to know


How To Stay Productive After Work 
http://bit.ly/MACgde LifeHacker
A major problem for me, so going to have to try these tips







Tuesday 26 June 2012

June 26th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Ever wonder what would happen if you jumped into a lake of lava? 
http://bit.ly/Osm8A0 iO9
Ok bad idea


10 Rules of Blockbuster Movies that Hollywood Forgot 
http://bit.ly/MsjTJ0 iO9
And they keep forgetting 


Grill Clips Take the Pain Out of Grilling Veggies 
http://bit.ly/MSQzvL LifeHacker
Want 


Two Lists You Should Look at Every Morning 
http://bit.ly/MVK0VV LifeHacker
A good idea 


Apple’s Official Podcast App Streams, Downloads, and Syncs iOS Podcasts with iTunes http://bit.ly/QemtDy LifeHacker
Looks good for traveling


Soak Fish in Milk for Odor-Free Cooking 
http://bit.ly/MVKrzn LifeHacker
Huum, could be worth a try













June 26th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

I’m worried about ticks while camping. What should I do? 
http://bit.ly/KAz13L Globe and Mail
Be Safe


Darwin Briefcase BBQ Is a Portable Grill That Brings the Cookout Anywhere You Take It http://bit.ly/Lo89Uy LifeHacker
Cool looking, but kind of small


Individual Tools or a Tool Set: Which Should You Own? 
http://bit.ly/MONriO LifeHacker
Well worth the read if you need some tools


Build Better Habits with a Mind Map 
http://bit.ly/MOwO8Q LifeHacker
Hummm it may work for some 


Don’t Wipe That Sweat Off Your Brow and You’ll Cool Down Faster
http://bit.ly/Q9DzCB LifeHacker
Hope this helps you stay cool this summer


Don’t Wait for Layoffs or a Job Search to Update Your Resume 
http://bit.ly/MWq30M LifeHacker
Hope this helps you


How We Died 200 Years Ago, Compared to How We Die Today 
http://bit.ly/MxmBOD iO9
Wow that is a huge change









Monday 25 June 2012

June 25th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Canadian newspaper accidentally rewrites the entire history of astronomy 
http://bit.ly/Lwr7P4 iO9
Oh My


Stuff You Don’t Have to Buy Because You Can Print It Yourself for Free 
http://bit.ly/LaZCGc LifeHacker
Some good ideas


How Can I Sleep Through the Night? 
http://bit.ly/Lm7PFF LifeHacker
Mmmm sleeping through the night


Test a Swimming Hole’s Water Quality by Sight by Looking for Insects 
http://bit.ly/NEvZAh LifeHacker
Click through for the full info


Cut the Calories and Serve Healthier Hamburgers this Summer by Making Your Own Patties 
http://bit.ly/LMaknE LifeHacker
mmmmu home made hamburgers... 


Christian fundamentalist textbooks touting the Loch Ness Monster as proof of Creationism http://bit.ly/Q5TAtn iO9
OH My not so good. This is very scary 

















June 25th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

World loses species with death of last Galapagos tortoise 
http://bit.ly/MJJsWM Glove and Mail 
Good Bye George, the planet is smaller now 


Cycling helmet laws not so clear-cut on many issues 
http://bit.ly/L9oDBC Globe and Mail
I am pro helmet and pro seat belt. Safety First


Use a Mixer to Double the Amount of Cake Frosting 
http://bit.ly/KWYGtJ LifeHacker
Sounds like it would work


Canadian sites named world wonders by Google 
http://bit.ly/LuXv4E Toronto Sun
Cool. I have been to 2 of the 3


Swimming at T.O.'s beaches 
http://bit.ly/MSTVLF Toronto Sun
The beaches in Toronto are getting better


Why does magic need so many rules? 
http://bit.ly/NrtJsp iO9
Never thought of it this way

















Sunday 24 June 2012

June 24th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Slice Quesadillas with a Pizza Cutter 
http://bit.ly/LKa2h5 LifeHacker
I use kitchen shears, but this would be worth a try.


Five Best Home Wi-Fi Routers 
http://bit.ly/MOJBYz LifeHacker
I own 2 of the 5. 


DIY Chai Tea 
http://bit.ly/MhVDeH LifeHacker
mmmm Chai


Top 10 Ways to Upgrade Your Music-Listening Experience 
http://bit.ly/KH2bD2 LifeHacker
Some very good tips 


Titanic's older sister welcomed home to Ontario 
http://bit.ly/MhXfVU CTV
Sorry that I was not there to see this happen


Animal prints teach children their Elvish ABCs
http://bit.ly/KH3npX LifeHacker
Awesome, very cool idea 













June 24th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

A happy Saint Jean Baptiste Day to all 
http://bit.ly/MsktaM Time and Date


DIY Outdoor Kitchen 
http://bit.ly/LJm8Fz LifeHacker
Very cool project, perfect for the summer


Install Ceiling Fans to Lower AC Costs 
http://bit.ly/O9oMt3 LifeHacker
A good idea to keep cool and save money


Doggy Ice Lick Keeps Summer Heat at Bay for Outside Pets 
http://bit.ly/LrvISI LifeHacker
A great idea for those very hot days. 


What to Look For in an Air Conditioner 
http://bit.ly/MGeWwL LifeHacker
Thinking about getting a AC unit this summer


Pick the Right Watermelon by Looking at Its Bottom 
http://bit.ly/MHKDUH LifeHacker
Sitting by the water spitting watermelon seeds on a hot summer day


Summer Drinks 
http://bit.ly/Nyk7zK New York Times
Cool, would love to see it as an App on iOS, Android, Windows Phone and BlackBerry


You Can Now Edit Your Comments on Facebook 
http://bit.ly/NykzxP LifeHacker
Finally, FB needed this.















Saturday 23 June 2012

June 23rd 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening


Remembering Alan Turing bit.ly/Lq9L4v iO9
A brilliant man and a sad ending



Kepler scientists find freaky solar system that’s unlike anything we’ve seen before http://bit.ly/KU0TGb iO9
We are still learning 


Back in the day, Mickey Mouse attempted suicide and fought opium smugglers 
http://bit.ly/PQS7a8 iO9
Oh My a side of Mickey I had never seen


When arsenic peppermints poisoned nearly 200 people in a single night 
http://bit.ly/KthQBf iO9
Bad Candy Very Bad Candy Maker


10 Law Enforcement Careers That You Can Have in the Future 
http://bit.ly/Ob0hwZ iO9
Interesting jobs for the future


Child mugshots of the 1800s were like a depressing episode of The Little Rascals http://bit.ly/KFkTee iO9
Some very harsh sentences for kids


Constructing Stonehenge was the project that unified Britain 
http://bit.ly/L4Qx1H iO9
Interesting theory  















June 23rd 2012 Suff that caught My eye this morning

Open and closed: Monday’s a day off in Quebec 
http://bit.ly/LHK8u4 Montreal Gazette
Love holidays in the summer.


Flame virus capable of computer sabotage, Symantec says 
http://bit.ly/MD2xtE Globe and Mail
Wow the Flame saga continues 


Pricey gadgets double cost of lightning damage claims 
http://bit.ly/KECVNP Globe and Mail
Ouch, it can be expensive, so protect your stuff. Whole House Surge suppressors can do a lot but even the ones in the plug strips help . If you are not going to be at home or the cottage for a while (a few days or more) think about unpluging your electronics.


Social networks a juicy target for hackers 
http://bit.ly/LGPi6t Globe and Mail
Keep yourself safe


Parents, are you ready to see your preteens on news feeds? 
http://bit.ly/Ksc2I1 Globe and Mail
Huum 







Friday 22 June 2012

June 22nd 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Your preference for beer shows that you’re into casual sex — and other fun facts pulled from dating sites 
http://bit.ly/KR2lZV iO9
Humm 


Great Science Fiction and Fantasy Authors Who Lived Abroad 
http://bit.ly/MAvKmU iO9
Very interesting 


The statues of Easter Island could have “walked” into place 
http://bit.ly/LFtNpZ iO9
Very cool


Old photos of the Statue of Liberty standing in Paris were extraordinarily surreal http://bit.ly/Mcse3h iO9
Awesome photo's  


Scientists find a mass grave of extinct ‘mega-wombats’ in Australia 
http://bit.ly/LGnukt iO9
Wow that is a big wombat













Thursday 21 June 2012

June 21st 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Eating Earlier in the Day May Make You Healthier and Sleep Better
http://bit.ly/L9k4FE LifeHacker
Humm interesting theory who wants to try it?

How Can I Make My Mornings Less Chaotic and More Productive?
http://bit.ly/O0EV5n LifeHacker
Some very good ideas

Now May Be a Great Time to Ask for a Raise
http://bit.ly/LmF3Jw LifeHacker
Humm it might work

How to Prep for a Presentation
http://bit.ly/LmFzHk LifeHacker
Great tips for your next presentation

Make DIY Fire-Starting Wafers with a Candle and Cotton Pads
http://bit.ly/MaU9R8 LifeHacker
Sounds great for starting bonfires at the cottage

The Fastest Way to Soften Butter
http://bit.ly/LEFBZu LifeHacker
Cool trick for when you need Soft Butter

June 21st 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

What happens to all those old video games stuck on floppy disks 
http://bit.ly/NcbIhN Globe and Mail
Never thought of it this way... very cool and very sad


Quebec’s biggest obstacle to attracting data centres? Quebec 
http://bit.ly/KmHzuV Globe and Mail
Not surprised that the Gov. messes it up


Google cataloging endangered languages 
http://bit.ly/MMXiUr Globe and Mail
A sad problem the loss of languages


Which types of tuna are safe to eat? 
http://bit.ly/Ml67sQ Globe and Mail
Very good to know


Use Plastic Grocery Bags to Pack Away Fragile Items 
http://bit.ly/KABuA1 Lifehacker
A good tip for my friends who are moving 


How Your Passwords Are Stored on the Internet (and When Your Password Strength Doesn’t Matter) 
http://bit.ly/MB0OB3 LifeHacker
Very Very Good To Know


Take More Breaks, Get More Done 
http://bit.ly/MjEJbL LifeHacker
Humm sounds good


How to Determine If A Controversial Statement Is Scientifically True 
http://bit.ly/MuGvZO LifeHacker
A very good read and good info


Stop Working All Those Long Hours 
http://bit.ly/KOPh7w LifeHacker
Some good points


Hold Off on Those Early-Summer Student Computer Deals to Avoid Getting Fleeced http://bit.ly/MBb5Nw LifeHacker
Not sure I fully agree with this



























Wednesday 20 June 2012

June 20th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

The Oatmeal vs. FunnyJunk: an online morality tale 
http://bit.ly/MeT0X7 Globe and Mail
Go Oatmeal Go


The Oatmeal v. FunnyJunk, Part IV: Charles Carreon Sues Everybody 
http://bit.ly/LeM7cT PopeHat
Go Everybody Go


Canada once quarantined Microsoft mice, thinking they were alive 
http://bit.ly/NOVFv6 Globe and Mail
Say what??? Too funny when looking back from now


Burying greenhouse gases underground could cause earthquakes 
http://bit.ly/Kk6teI iO9
Oh crap.....


10 of the Deadliest Proteins on Earth 
http://bit.ly/KM4yG7 iO9
Oh My


How Switzerland camouflaged its ready-to-explode architecture during the Cold War http://bit.ly/KT2rvs iO9
Wow that is "Keep Out" done well.









Tuesday 19 June 2012

June 19 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Never Ask for Your Receipt in the Bag (and Other Ways to Avoid Losing It) 
http://bit.ly/Mo64Mh LifeHacker
Good tips


Turn an Old Computer into a Networked Backup, Streaming, or Torrenting Machine with Ubuntu http://bit.ly/MdFR3C LifeHacker
Humm a new project?


Decline Meetings Whenever Possible to Help Maintain a Work-Life Balance 
http://bit.ly/KiY1MQ LifeHacker
Is this meeting really needed?


Craftsmanship: Doing What You Love and Doing It Right 
http://bit.ly/KRQMx4 LifeHacker
Take pride in what you do


Build Your Own Tripod-Mounted Laptop Stand on the Cheap 
http://bit.ly/MdHM8m LifeHacker
Great for tethered shooting 










June 19th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Hacked firms fight back with vigilante justice 
http://bit.ly/LvmaFH Globe and Mail
I understand the frustration but not sure about their justice ideas. False emails could cause problems if there was an investigation of the deal for other reasons...


World's top 10 zoos 
http://bit.ly/LvnHeX Toronto Sun
Some very nice zoos to visit


One Sentence You Shouldn’t Forget in a Job Interview Followup Letter 
http://bit.ly/N3nuel LifeHacker
Hope this helps you in your search


Put Together a Home Networking Emergency Kit for When Your Router Kicks the Bucket http://bit.ly/MoJeST LifeHacker
If you work from home if is needed


Buying Happiness 
http://bit.ly/MCIZFf LifeHacker
Is it real happiness or fake happiness?


A Stress-Free Guide to Remembering to Follow Up at Work 
http://bit.ly/Lied5j LifeHacker
Reducing stress is a good thing


How to Tell the Difference Between a Cold and Allergies 
http://bit.ly/Mr5OIa LifeHacker
Good to know


Eat Broccoli with Mustard to Boost the Nutritional Value of Both (and Other Strange, Healthy Food Pairings) 
http://bit.ly/LBtgnp LifeHacker
Interesting 





























Monday 18 June 2012

June 18 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Gordon Lightfoot enters Songwriters Hall of Fame 
http://bit.ly/KvnaZE Globe and Mail
Well done Mr Lightfoot Well done


Age your booze for 75 million years in this Velociraptor claw flask 
http://bit.ly/M0exXd iO9
For my dino loving friends 


At last, the secrets of bioluminescence could find their way into consumer products http://bit.ly/M0eQBu iO9
This could be very cool


The Legend of Mike ‘The Durable’ Malloy, History’s Most Stubborn Murder Victim http://bit.ly/Mmbq6L iO9
WOW a hard to kill man


Plant comes up with a new chemical weapon in the war against mice 
http://bit.ly/KeQJd5 iO9
Very cool plant


Must Read: Neil Gaiman’s Tribute to Ray Bradbury 
http://bit.ly/MYSlbN iO9
Good bye Ray thank you for your great work


Swordfighting: Not What You Think It Is 
http://bit.ly/LqAO0X iO9
Interesting 















Sunday 17 June 2012

June 17th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Hack an Old Pair of Cargo Pants Into a Dog Cooling Vest 
http://bit.ly/LvhY5u LifeHacker
Great Hack for our dog friends


Keep Ants Out of Your House with Petroleum Jelly 
http://bit.ly/MkkN6U LifeHacker
May have to give this a try at the cottage


Repurpose a Rug Pad as a Trunk Liner 
http://bit.ly/KUdZN3 LifeHacker
Simple and easy my kind of hack


Five Best Android Launchers 
http://bit.ly/Mj2e5d LifeHacker
For my Android using friends enjoy


Six Strange Cases of Science Fiction Trademarks 
http://bit.ly/LZw80z iO9
Wow some strange cases


Surviving summer 
http://bit.ly/MzL0SS Toronto Sun 
Be safe this summer















June 17th 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Happy Fathers Day


Keep Your Garden Tools Organized with a PVC Storage Rack 
http://bit.ly/LdUzHH LifeHacker
I like it simple and clean looking


Soda Can Sleeve Hides Your Beer When Drinking in Public 
http://bit.ly/MySBRn LifeHacker
Sleeves have been for years


Food Processor Frozen Yogurt Allows for a (Relatively) Healthy Breakfast Alternative http://bit.ly/NHpcGR LifeHacker
Yummy


The fine line between replicating cells and cancer, explained 
http://bit.ly/P36WG0 iO9
Very interesting


Toronto hosts tour no-pants 
http://bit.ly/N4MGEO Toronto Sun
Oh my that would have been quite the thing going through Toronto