March 31 2012 Evening stuff that caught My eye

Hack a Door to Open Via RFID 
http://lifehac.kr/H3ODeQ LifeHacker
Cool project


Top 10 (Mostly) Harmless Geek Pranks 
http://lifehac.kr/HzJtvq LifeHacker
Fun Ideas from tomorrow


Melting down Nobel Prizes to buy bullets and dissolving the awards to fool Nazis http://on.io9.com/HzKR0Z iO9
Wow


The Mayans’ Deadly Wooden Gun 
http://on.io9.com/H4R68o iO9
Cool


Ancient raindrop fossils reveal that we can thank greenhouse gases for early life on Earth http://on.io9.com/HuOMMm iO9
Learn every day


Shaken or Stirred: Which Gets You Drunker? A Scientific Exploration 
http://gizmo.do/H6DvDD Gizmodo
Experiment time 

March 31 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Following Titanic's route 
http://bit.ly/Hxz9nq Toronto Sun
The cruises sound like a neat way to follow the story. A once in a life time trip.



Loving your lentils 
Bean there, done that? Give these delicious recipes a try 
http://bit.ly/HtINDR  Toronto Sun
They look yummy 



It’s World Backup Day! Celebrate by Finally Backing Up Your Stuff 
http://lifehac.kr/H5zvTH LifeHacker
Have you backed up today? Good time to start


Clean Up Your Mess of Social Networks This Weekend 
http://lifehac.kr/H8WNVC LifeHacker


How to Speed Up, Clean Up, and Revive Your Android Phone 
http://lifehac.kr/GZrqv3 LifeHacker
For my Android using friends


Remove Paint with a Slow Cooker and Water 
http://lifehac.kr/HxEprn LifeHacker
I would try a small piece first to make sure there are  no reactions

March 30 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

How to Tell If Your Credit Card Was Hacked in the Global Payments Breach
http://lifehac.kr/HzhCcH LifeHacker
Please read and check you accounts


How to Remove Rust From Old Tools
http://lifehac.kr/Hv0WFa LifeHacker
Keep you tools clean to start is a good solution


10 Deadly Enemies that Humans Turned Into Servants
http://on.io9.com/HoZtRC iO9


Police found 1 in 9 vehicles unlocked, sometimes with valuables in plain view 
http://bit.ly/HrIM3o Midland Freepress
Do you lock your car all the time?

March 30 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Penny to die, but GST, HST to still be calculated to cent 
http://bit.ly/H08CiO Globe and Mail
I will miss the Penny, My mum's, mum use to save her penny's for the grand kid's and when we got together we would roll them and split them between the 5 of us.


Infographic: Your 2012 federal budget explained 
http://bit.ly/HowQmw Globe and Mail


Go the F**k Home 
http://lifehac.kr/H6fb1m LifeHacker 
Blunt but a good idea, you should have a life out side of work


Put a Magnet On Your Bottle Opener to Avoid Wayward Bottle Caps 
http://lifehac.kr/HvJkag LifeHacker
If flying beer caps are a problem for you try it


Kill Your Email Addiction; Put Your Inbox in the Upstairs Bathroom 
http://lifehac.kr/HrisHN LifeHacker
Depends on your job but it may work for you


6 questions to ask a job interviewer 
http://bit.ly/HwqQ81 CNN Money
Hope this helps my friends looking for work 


Manage Limited Desk Space with Interchangeable Work Areas  
http://lifehac.kr/H2uzxW LifeHacker


October 8, 1871: The Night America Burned 
http://on.io9.com/H2vxKL iO9
Wow did not know about all those fires

March 29 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Pole dance put on at Toronto City Hall
http://bit.ly/HjrVnS Toronto Sun
If they are going to vote on it they should at least see one

Balsillie resigns from RIM
http://bit.ly/GZ1EdR Toronto Sun

Learn to Quiet Your High Volume Sneezes
http://lifehac.kr/HjtOBh LifeHacker
Not going to try some of the suggestions after reading the whole piece

March 29 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

What are tannins? Are they good or bad for wine? 
http://bit.ly/H3hgvy Globe and Mail 


Social networking site Pinterest in battle against spammers 
http://bit.ly/HjB91k Globe and Mail
Some one is always trying to game the system


Buckle up: Anthony Bourdain's got a new show 
http://bit.ly/GZRYRn Globe and Mail
I have seen the Montreal Layover great show


When Opium Was For Newborns And Bayer Sold Heroin 
http://on.io9.com/HjFd1x iO9
Ah the good old days


Alexander Graham Bell’s 130-year-old record collection has been resurrected http://on.io9.com/GXgKwf iO9
Very Cool way ahead of his time


In search of Ancient Egypt’s very own watery answer to Venice 
http://on.io9.com/HjMKet iO9
Very interesting if true.



10 Things To Never Say To Your Boss
http://bit.ly/Hk3yW8 Ask Men
Worth the read

March 28 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

Twitter and Google in censorship standoff with Brits 
http://bit.ly/HcqCqN Globe and Mail
Bad Bad Idea. Context is important not just the words


Foil Electronic Pickpockets with Aluminum Foil or Multiple Credit Cards 
http://lifehac.kr/Hkb3ry LifeHacker
Or buy a new wallet 


Know When to Back Out of a Project 
http://lifehac.kr/GXFvge LifeHacker 


Use a Sheet of Paper to Make Sure Your Knife Is as Sharp as It Should Be http://lifehac.kr/HeN91K LifeHacker
Good To Know


Follow the 2:4 Rule to Store and Enjoy Leftovers Safely 
http://lifehac.kr/GW03EQ LifeHacker
Play it safe, no one want to be sick


Vidéotron puts stock in set-top box 
http://bit.ly/GUWKKq Globe and Mail
Fiber vs a better cable box....



How to manage and disclose data breaches
Bill C-12  
http://bit.ly/GT7SIK Montreal Gazette

March 27 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this evening

Daily App Deals: Get NOAA Weather Radio for iOS for $1.99 in Today’s App Deals http://lifehac.kr/HfbdCU LifeHacker
Cool


Keep a Standby Grocery List for Quick and Easy Shopping When You’re Short on Time http://lifehac.kr/GWcd1H LifeHacker
Good Idea


How to Speed Up, Clean Up, and Revive Your Mac 
http://lifehac.kr/GYyPx5 LifeHacker
Guess what I will be doing this weekend?


Which Alcoholic Drinks Are "Healthiest"? 
http://lifehac.kr/GUQguX LifeHacker
Testing Time


Double-Check Your Bill Every Month to Avoid Fees for Unwanted "Services" http://lifehac.kr/GURDxe LifeHacker
Very good advice, I check my bills do you?


Major Highlights in the History of Space Opera 
http://on.io9.com/GUedXX iO9
And my reading/viewing list gets longer 


NYC Dept of Education wants to ban the word "dinosaur" from standardized tests http://on.io9.com/GYLq33 iO9
What the **** are they thinking


Keep Your Closet Full of Clothes that Match to Save Money, Time 
http://lifehac.kr/GVe836 LifeHacker
Good Idea 

March 27 2012 Stuff that caught My eye this morning

You Can Sign Up for Instagram on Android Now 
http://lifehac.kr/GSrIY0 LifeHacker
For my Android using friends


What Do I Do When My Employer Wants to Be Too Social? 
http://lifehac.kr/H8LzRn LifeHacker
Lot's of issues to think about


Work a Financial Overhaul into Your Spring Cleaning 
http://lifehac.kr/HfPknw LifeHacker
Good Idea for a yearly review and plan


10 Things Alcohol is Excellent At (Besides Getting You Drunk) 
http://on.io9.com/GVI3VW iO9
Who knew?


High-energy radiation reveals a pair of secret Vincent Van Gogh paintings http://on.io9.com/Hbbqtk iO9
Cool


Métro etiquette 101: follow the arrows! 
http://bit.ly/H8WwCu Montreal Gazette
Wish the TTC could do something like this

March 26 2012 Evening Stuff That Caught My Eye

Hone Your Organization Skills by Helping Others with Their Messes 
http://lifehac.kr/GVAvXh LifeHacker
You can hone your skills at my place


Study Before Bed for Significantly Better Retention 
http://lifehac.kr/GVc5xR LifeHacker
Hope this helps my friends who are at school


Here’s How Getting Things Done Creator David Allen Organizes His Workspace http://lifehac.kr/GTfHD8 LifeHacker


Quickly Cut a Bell Pepper by Skipping the Seeding 
http://lifehac.kr/GVBUx6 LifeHacker
Depends on what you are making, but sometimes I want the seeds


10 Bad Cooking Habits You Should Break 
http://huff.to/GTAN3f Huffington Post
How many of these do you have?


Create a Splurge Budget to Avoid Overspending on Impulse Buys 
http://lifehac.kr/GSM56q LifeHacker
Going to give it a try


Ontario top court legalizes brothels, soliciting stays illegal 
http://bit.ly/GSq6cj Toronto Sun 

March 26 2012 Morning Stuff

James Cameron completes first solo dive to deepest spot on Earth 
http://bit.ly/GRPHXH Globe and Mail
Well Done James Cameron


Movin' on up in Regent Park 
http://bit.ly/GRmcit Toronto Sun 
Does not sound/look good


Could giant asteroid Vesta actually be a planet? 
http://on.io9.com/GQq5Wm IO9
Cool


The size of your brain can predict how many friends you have 
http://on.io9.com/GPG0sy IO9
Interesting idea, not sure I agree  


The last mammoths died out just 3600 years ago…but they should have survived http://on.io9.com/GRnv0Y IO9


How to Store Fresh Basil 
http://lifehac.kr/GRnLwW LifeHacker
Good to know


Five Best Headsets with Attached Microphones 
http://lifehac.kr/H52Qty LifeHacker
Choices

March 25 2012 Morning Stuff

A Toronto couple ditches the big city for laid-back Port Hope 
http://bit.ly/GZVHwK Globe and Mail
Good reasons to leave the big city


Thailand welcomes Google Street View with open arms, a rarity in Asia
http://bit.ly/H3m0xJ Globe and Mail


Why men can't – and shouldn't – stop staring at women 
http://bit.ly/GNeVmx Globe and Mail
Learn something every day, but not sure I buy it


Make an Orange Into an Oil Lamp 
http://lifehac.kr/GOE2CF LifeHacker
Could be a very cool effect


PocketESN Helps Used Android Buyers Avoid Blacklisted Phones 
http://lifehac.kr/GOs1Cf LifeHacker
For my Android using friends, buying a used phone


Repurpose a Rake Head Into a Wine Glass Holder 
http://lifehac.kr/GODX3r LifeHacker
Not for every one but I like it


Build a Sturdy, Wooden Hammock Out of Tree Branches 
http://lifehac.kr/GOtybx LifeHacker
Awesome build very cool 

March 24 2012 Afternoon Stuff

Top 10 Essential DIY Skills That Aren’t as Hard as You Think 
http://lifehac.kr/GLwH9W LifeHacker
Good List, you should be able to at least do something in each area


The 10 Best Retorts in Science Fiction and Fantasy 
http://on.io9.com/GL7bEF IO9
I Like I Like a lot


Are we on the verge of a thermal battery revolution? 
http://on.io9.com/GNvXV3 IO9
Looks promising 


Could you really survive the apocalypse by eating freeze-dried food? http://on.io9.com/GNaJSf IO9
It can be very expensive if you expect to eat if for a long time


These are the places in America where alcohol is still banned 
http://on.io9.com/GNcj5f IO9
Wow had no idea that many places


Book tells Muslim men how to beat and control their wives 
http://bit.ly/GLSor3 Toronto Sun
WTF we let this book in to Canada? Some one was asleep at the wheel

March 23 2012 Morning Stuff

Who cracks six figures - or more - among Ontario’s civil servants? 
http://bit.ly/GVBKlC Globe and Mail
Wish Quebec and the Fed's did this kind of thing


Get ready for cottage country 
http://bit.ly/GNA0iB Toronto Sun
Love the Cottage Life Show


Book now to take a walk on the wild side 
http://bit.ly/GNBjOG Toronto Sun
Looks like fun but on the pricy side


Tips to ease airport connections 
http://bit.ly/GMhxj2 Toronto Sun
For my friends who fly


Science Fiction and Fantasy TV Shows That Were Ahead of Their Time http://on.io9.com/GMiF6k IO9
I liked about 1/2 of the list


The electricity demonstration that got someone executed. Again. 
http://on.io9.com/GL8Urg IO9
Wow 

March 22 2012 Evening Stuff

What Do I Need to Do After Losing My Wallet? 
http://lifehac.kr/GT8UlY LifeHacker
Major Pain in the butt to lose a wallet or purse 


When To Use Different Types of Salt for Barbecue and Other Cooking 
http://lifehac.kr/GY59za LifeHacker
Hummm good to know


Haven’t Changed the Way You Drive in Years? Then You’re Probably Driving All Wrong http://lifehac.kr/GVmJAT LifeHacker
Air Bags cause change!


GET THE DISH: CHIPOTLE'S SPICY GUACAMOLE 
http://bit.ly/GKolxB YumSugar
Looks yummy 


Hyperdecanting: Better Wine in a Minute, You Impatient Philistine 
http://lifehac.kr/GKYAvQ LifeHacker
Oh my, not sure I would try this 


Symcat Diagnoses Your Health Symptoms Like a Doctor Would, Then Tells You What To Do http://lifehac.kr/GL8ljW LifeHacker
Not sure about this


Callnote Records Skype Calls and Saves the Audio to Evernote Automatically http://lifehac.kr/GSiGuN LifeHacker

March 23 2012 Morning Stuff

Why Bodog’s fate suggests .ca domains are a safer harbour than .com 
http://bit.ly/GTN57J Globe and Mail
Wow learning the hard way


Are Bananas Much Better Than Cookies? Foods That Keep You Full and Prevent an Energy Crash 
http://lifehac.kr/GIDZiw LifeHacker
Darn have to rethink my snacks


How to Keep Your Sneezing to a Minimum This Allergy Season 
http://lifehac.kr/GHVv30 LifeHacker
Hope this helps


You Should Forget About Push Notifications for Your Email 
http://lifehac.kr/GIdDI1 LifeHacker
Not for every one but still have a read


Don’t Try To Prioritize, Work On Your Timing 
http://bit.ly/GPlCUm Ari Meisel
Some good ideas

March 22 2012 Evening Stuff

Spruce Up Your Social Network Profiles Before Applying for a New Job to Boost Your Chances of Getting Hired 
http://lifehac.kr/GNDjpC LifeHacker
Good Idea 


6 Crucial Job Searching Steps Most People Skip 
http://bit.ly/GGNm1k WiseBread
Hope these help in you search


What Do I Need to Do Now That I’m Making Some Legit Money Freelancing? 
http://lifehac.kr/GInop0 LifeHacker
Focus on USA but some good stuff


Tame and Hide Your Spaghetti of Cables and Network Wires Like The Pros http://lifehac.kr/GIpKbp LifeHacker
If you are not upgrading/changing a lot


Renter’s Solutions to Increase Energy Efficiency and Cut the Power Bill http://lifehac.kr/GQ8nBM LifeHacker
Help cut your energy bill

March 22 2012 Morning Stuff

Landmark ruling on prostitution laws coming Monday 
http://bit.ly/GEPrv1 Globe and Mail
One way or the other a ruling is needed


Wireless providers launch smartphone upgrade programs 
http://bit.ly/GG0C5v Globe and Mail
Good News for those looking to upgrade 



Cute overload 
Tech 'toys' to warm the heart (and your lap) 
http://bit.ly/GL2QAK Toronto Sun
s\Some cool toys to think about


Top 10 sunrises around the world 
http://bit.ly/GP6iHt Toronto Sun
Wow wonderful


Make Seed Tape for the Perfect Planting Arrangement, Save Time and Seeds in Your Garden http://lifehac.kr/GGCXNU LifeHacker
Great idea and simple too

March 21 2012 Evening Stuff

10 Coolest Sidekicks in Science Fiction and Fantasy 
http://on.io9.com/GJLLF7 IO9
Wow good list


Squint Slightly and Stick Your Chin Out for Better Portrait Shots 
http://lifehac.kr/GFCTxV LifeHacker
Ok will have to try this for the ext portrait


10 Stubborn Exercise Myths that Won’t Die, Debunked by Science
http://lifehac.kr/GFlqd0 Lifhacker
No Pain No Gain

March 21 2012 Morning Stuff

Canadian Tire pleads guilty in gas price-fixing scheme 
http://bit.ly/GFVf1i Globe and Mail
Gas Price Fixing oh my


Will the manager of the future be a slave to technology? 
http://bit.ly/GCRKbT Globe and Mail
Good article and very good points


Rhubarb galette and 10 other fresh recipes for spring 
http://bit.ly/GI1gya Globe and Mail
MMMMM Spring veg 



March munching 
Celebrating the month of mania with healthy eating
http://bit.ly/GCU96c Toronto Sun
Yumm 



Solution needed to deadly confrontations between police and mentally ill 
http://bit.ly/GI55U5 Toronto Sun
It is a fine moving line between the two



Gmail Now Tells You Why Email Ends Up in Your Spam Folder 
http://lifehac.kr/GDlvKV LifeHacker
This is a great feature

March 20 2012 Evening Stuff

Daydreaming Can Be Good for Your Brain 
http://lifehac.kr/GBCiPZ LifeHacker
Some time you need to stop thinking to think of a solution to a problem


What To Do When You Think You’re Underpaid 
http://lifehac.kr/GBmAI5 LifeHacker
Remember to look at the total package, pay, benefits, perks, location


15 international food etiquette rules that might surprise you 
http://on.msnbc.com/GBUBZw MSNBC 
Wow learn all kinds of stuff



Avoid Hotel Cancellation Fees by Changing Your Stay Dates Before Canceling the Reservation
http://lifehac.kr/GFYurq LifeHacker
I like it 



Update All of Your Social Network Settings from One Page with Bliss Control http://lifehac.kr/GBzaSW LifeHacker


How Can I Tell If I’m Being Monitored at Work and What Can I Do About It? http://lifehac.kr/GFPW5E LifeHacker


The 9 Habits of Highly Effective Complainers 
http://bit.ly/GEr8O7 Psychology Today
Some good tips, hope you do not need them


Cloak Automatically Secures Your Browsing on Open Wi-Fi Networks, Is About as Hassle-Free as It Gets 
http://lifehac.kr/GBqDnJ LifeHacker