Christian Broda, professor of economics at the University of Chicago, has created a map where he replaced U.S. states with countries with a similar level of GDP. With an $825 billion stimulus package on it's way to the House floor,…
Continue Reading →You don't need an accountant to tell you you're going to have to cut back even more on your burger trips if you're trying to save up for that new computer. But for some of us finances might as well…
Continue Reading →It's great to see a classroom project launch a social enterprise company that is then able to provide for increased educational opportunities. That's the case for Better World Books, "the online bookstore with a soul" founded by three Notre Dame…
Continue Reading →Green Light Flix, a vegan-friendly community of animal rights activists and environmentalists, has opened the doors of their film studio to member participation in the creation of podcasts, videos, and web content. The Florida-based, fan-managed studio is more of an…
Continue Reading →Poor January babies; they seem to get so little love in the birthday gift department once the holidays are over. But a Bay Area friend turning another year older soon may appreciate a one-year membership to 18 Reasons, a community…
Continue Reading →Our fun-making bretheren over at Zoomdoggle are at it again, and this time you can get in on the action, all you need is a mobile phone. Go ahead, text 30644 the words "NEED FUN" and you'll get sent back…
Continue Reading →Pugzee used to work for the mob bosses back in the day. While in prison (or an animal shelter; whatever), he learned how his old stomping grounds of Red Hook started changing, so he broke out and took matters into…
Continue Reading →While times are pretty tough, a lot of us still have it pretty good. Unfortunately, there are plenty of families who need a little extra help. The good people from the Chicago based Firebelly Design are giving back this holiday…
Continue Reading →When I meet with my international friends I am always humbled at their ability to speak two, three, or four languages. Now that I'm a little older, I'm kicking myself for not studying a language in high school and college.…
Continue Reading →Popdeck: Buy It ($30 - $40) A user designed skateboard deck may not be stocking size, but one community member's design featuring Obama and McCain in KISS makeup is a great ode to '08. Alta Bike (not pictured): Read JS…
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