‘Lifestyle’ Archives
Marine Commandant Appears to Resist White House on Gay Ban
Marine Corps Commandant General James Conway is opposing President Obama's pledge to repeal "don't ask, don't tell," the Washington Times is reporting today. Citing a former senior Pentagon official, the Times says that General Conway, "has emerged in internal Pentagon deliberations as the most outspoken opponent of permitting gay men and women to [...]
Internet boosts economic growth and social welfare
A new study demonstrates that increased adoption of Internet can accelerate business productivity, thereby generating income, jobs and government revenues in emerging economies. A 10 percentage point increase in Internet penetration could increase GDP by 1 to 2.5 percent, increase new business activities by approximately 1 percent, and boost [...]
Laugh instead of lighting up
The videos are part of the EU’s new anti-tobacco campaign, which uses humour to convey a serious message. The campaign features three TV spots now running on some 100 channels across the EU. In one, a young woman relies on a nimble-fingered monkey to help her kick the habit. In another, a man wears a plastic bubble over his head so [...]
