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Food & Drink > Cooking Meats Tips on roasting a whole filet mignon: 1 of 3
Chateaubriand Filet Mignon is the tenderloin of the steer. This cut of meat typically weighs about four to six pounds untrimmed. The most common way it is sold is vacuum packed in plastic. This allows for longer storage than most meat cuts. The tenderloin is considered to be the most flavorful and tender cut of beef. Roasted... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Issues Privacy issues of Google: 1 of 3
Is Google storing a lot of personal information about you? Do they know every web site you ever visited? Can they peek in your bedroom window with that fancy satellite of theirs? Are there privacy issues to be concerned about when using Google? To answer these questions and others, a not so quick visit to Google's Privacy Pa... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy Why you shouldn't use hydrogen to fuel your car: 1 of 3
Why Not Hydrogen Today? Few people would argue that the use of fossil fuels as our primary source of energy has to come to an end and soon. The reasons for finding an alternative source of energy are compelling and range from economics and dependence on foreign supplies to global warming. Oil is already a depleted resource a... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy Why hyper miling doesn't make any sense: 1 of 3
If your off-the-lot Honda Accord could use just one gallon of gas to go 145 miles, shouldn't you drive that way? Probably not. Hyper miling is driving a car in manner which provides the greatest possible gas mileage, with little regard for safety, traffic laws or comfort. Anyone who improves their gas mileage should be appla... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness The health benefits of pomegranate: 13 of 34
The life fruit of the ancient world, the pomegranate originated in India. The edible portions are the fleshy arils; the pulpy and juicy flesh surrounding the seeds. In recent years, the healthy effects of the antioxidants in pomegranates have made the news in big ways. Antioxidants sweep the body of free radicals, the DNA da... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Believe nothing: Looking for the lies behind the words: 2 of 5
"Don't believe anything you hear or read and only half of what you see." I was told this some forty years ago when I was about eight or nine. Various versions of that advice exist today, but that was how I learned it. Today, if I saw my picture on the evening news and they said my name, I'd check my drivers license to make s... More..
Travel > United States Traveling with kids in Chicago: 5 of 12
Chicago is wonderful place to visit. With it's world class attractions, there is plenty to do for the entire family. Up and down the shore, to the neighborhoods and sporting events, activities and places to go abound. Navy Pier 600 East Grand Ave. 312-595-7437 or 800-595-7437 Navy Pier (http://www.navypier.com) Navy Pier is ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Budget Tips on cutting wedding costs: 18 of 43
Controlling the cost of the wedding you will be paying for isn't all that hard. Although there are boundless ideas to save a few dollars here or there, cutting wedding costs really means reigning in the costs of the reception. Here are a few tips for keeping wedding costs down. Plan at least a year in advance. Short notice w... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Holiday fire safety: How to use electrical extension cords wisely: 7 of 16
Holiday fire safety is the first consideration when decorating your home. Extension cords should only be used temporarily when necessary. Unsafe use of extension cords is a significant cause of fires and fatalities during the holiday season. Plan for holiday fire safety and use your extension cords safely. Before using an ex... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Space heater checklist: Safe locations and hazards to avoid: 8 of 16
Space heaters are convenient appliances that provide extra heat where needed. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes and heat just a small space or a large room. The most common type of space heater is electric and plugs into nearly any available wall outlet. Properly used, a space heater will provide comfort in a chilly ro... More..