Tag Archives: Amazing

Woman Follows Google Maps “Walking” Directions, Gets Hit, Sues

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Josh Kitlas

This is the dumbest thing I’ve heard in some time. A woman gets walking directions to her destination from Google Maps, walks along a highway even though Google Maps advises her to use caution as that route may be missing … Continue reading →

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How big is the Deepwater Horizon oil spill?

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Josh Kitlas

Paul Rademacher is really awesome for coming up with this  tool for comparing the size of BP’s oil spill to cities around the world. From his site: On April 20th, an explosion on the Deepwater Horizon left 17 workers injured … Continue reading →

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Best Reggae Mixtape Ever

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Josh Kitlas

Long considered one of the best reggae mix tapes of all time, the NYC Reggae Party Mega-Mix continues to be in heavy rotation on my personal playlist after first getting it over 8 years ago. The track listing is after … Continue reading →

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Why Students Need to Be Informed about Our Looming Fiscal Crisis: The America’s Future Initiative

Posted on April 21, 2010 by Josh Kitlas

A thoughtful piece on getting the word out to college students about our national debt and the role of public colleges and universities in preparing the next generation of informed, engaged citizens for our democracy. The article, Why Students Need … Continue reading →

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9 Ways to Do Good With 5 Minutes or $25

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Josh Kitlas

// < ![CDATA[ // via mashable.com: Social media can be a huge boon for non-profits, NGOs and causes. Many are finding ways to let folks help those in need with small actions and donations. Here are nine ways you can … Continue reading →

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