For 2008 Mississippi has claimed the title of fattest state for the third consecutive year, while Colorado repeats as the leanest. Delaware rose the most places in the rankings over last year, while California dropped the most, according to a new analysis by CalorieLab, Inc.
See the list -> CalorieLab, via: Neatorama
The Black Plague, Third Pandemic and Spanish Flu wiped out hundreds of millions; they have nothing on today’s worst diseases Launch the gallery here to see 10 of the world’s deadliest diseases—the contagious monsters that threaten our very way of life—and to learn how science is holding them at bay.
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We take our health for granted and question how it works only when something goes wrong. But have you ever wondered why your body occasionally behaves in some strange ways? […] Here, we explain why the body sometimes behaves in such an odd way.
See the list -> Daily Express
From home-brew air conditioners to giant bubbles, cheap underwater camera containers to sun tea, we’ve got 10 clever ideas to tackle, and a long Independence Day weekend is a great time to get started. Get the full list after the jump.
See the list -> Lifehacker
While Wikipedia isn’t likely to lose its status as the first place people look for quick answers anytime soon, there are loads of other sites out there that can provide you with information, some of which may even be better and more accurate. Whether you’re researching for a paper or just settling a bet with a friend, here are 100 places you can find all the answers you need quickly and easily online.
See the list -> Distance Degrees
This article is the result of collaboration between Amanda Linehan, an introvert, and Tina Su, an extravert. Together, we wanted to shed some light on the topic of shyness in a collective perspective from both extremes. We will also share the ways that we used to turn shyness into personal empowerment.
See the list ->Think Simple Now
All the experts agree; a positive male role model is key to the successful development of a young man. […] Without any further ado, I present to you seven legendary men’s men in seven classic categories.
See the list -> Ploomy
There are twenty basic moves in parkour, and while in homemade parkour videos we don’t often see them performed in combos of two or greater (out of sheer complexity!), through the magic of editing, an entire sequence of moves can be cut together to look like one non-stop stunt sequence, often to breathtaking effect.
See the list -> WebUrbanist, via: diggboss <- digg it!
Nutritionist and author Jonny Bowden has created several lists of healthful foods people should be eating but aren’t. But some of his favorites, like purslane, guava and goji berries, aren’t always available at regular grocery stores. I asked Dr. Bowden, author of “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth,” to update his list with some favorite foods that are easy to find but don’t always find their way into our shopping carts. Here’s his advice.
See the list -> The New York Times
They walk among us! Some even fly among us! They may even take the bus among us from time to time! Homosapiens-Superior is here, and can do things that have scientists scratching their heads.
To be able to revel in an activity that you’re not all that good at and that you don’t care that you’re not all that good at, to strive for and embrace mediocrity in some area of our lives, that’s a hard thing for a lot of us to do. But it’s worth it. Here are eight things I get out of being a crappy guitarist:
Perhaps it is the rush of testosterone and the feeling of primal power that accompanies working out, but many men seem to check their manners at the door to the gym. […] Here are the rules of etiquette every man should know and keep. Feel free to tape them up in your gym’s locker room.
See the list -> The Art of Manliness, tips by: Emil (thanks!)
I decided to do a little research to learn more about the surprisingly harsh consequences of fitful sleeping.
See the list -> Divine Caroline
I’ve listed nine of the most well understood (i.e. not paranormal or ‘fringe science’) and interesting abilities rated from most common to most interesting and rare. Bear in mind that most of these unusual abilities are genetic and cannot be controlled by the person affected but are an inherent quality of their physical self.
See the list -> The List Universe
The selection is limited to those methods that are widely used, have a particular feature or benefit, or that I just like the look of. Stay tuned - the list is still growing!
See the list -> Ian’s Sholelace Site
All of us want to learn kung fu. Who doesn’t want to kick like Chuck Norris and use nunchakus like Bruce Lee? Unfortunately, many of us are too busy to attend martial arts training sessions.
See the list -> Life Hackery
Life is a torrent of choices and possibilities, and often it’s hard to let them go. Should you compromise? Or do you just need a better game plan? […] Here are seven techniques that could potentially enable you to do more with your time.
No matter how powerful our brains are, they need recuperation time, to be kept in shape, and even an occasional charge. Think of it as a tune up for your brain. […] Here are some things you can begin doing as soon as today to begin the great brain tune up.
See the list -> Dumb Little Man
Arsenic-laced drinking water, lead-contaminated soils and choking air pollution are sadly just the start in some of the world’s dirtiest places.
See the list -> PopSci
