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The Daleks Have Landed…At MIT!

May 2, 2012 by noemi

Studying at MIT used to be this little girl’s dream. A dream it has remained, but who knows if it might just turn into reality at some point? In any case, this recent “invasion” of the renowned American educational institution has reawakened that dream. For sure, all those Whovians out there will want to flock to MIT as well, for the Daleks have landed.

You don’t believe me? Take a look at that photo again. [Read more…] about The Daleks Have Landed…At MIT!

Are You Digitally Dominant?

May 1, 2012 by noemi

Technology can either be a boon or a bane, depending on how it is used. I suppose hardly anyone will say out loud that they are addicted to digital devices, but it seems that the dangers of this kind of addiction are very much real.

In a recent study conducted by dnx, a digital marketing agency, the terms techno-addict and digitally dominant have come up, both referring to individuals whose lives revolve around communication via text, email, video calls, and other digital means. ((Source)) [Read more…] about Are You Digitally Dominant?

The Ugly Meter App

April 30, 2012 by noemi

They say real friends tell you the truth, no matter how much it may hurt. So how many of your friends tell you if you look good or not? It may or may not be at the top of your list, but I suppose that deep inside – for some people at least – it is an important question that they want answered.

It is rather sad, if you think about it, but yes, there is an app that will give you feedback about your looks. It is called the Ugly Meter. [Read more…] about The Ugly Meter App

Chocolate Weapons for the Peaceful Gun Enthusiast

April 27, 2012 by noemi

Guns – and weapons in general – tend to bring controversy. While they do have their uses, the potential for abuse is always huge, giving way to staunch opponents. Of course, at the other end of the spectrum, we can find the staunchest of advocates as well.

If you appreciate the beauty of guns but don’t want to dive into the controversy that surrounds it, you might want to check out a different version instead. An edible version that just might give you more pleasure than cold steel.

Enter chocolate weapons. [Read more…] about Chocolate Weapons for the Peaceful Gun Enthusiast

Organ Donor Key Chains

April 26, 2012 by noemi

Key chains are items which often get given as tokens, and many people actually find it cool to collect key chains from different places. Then there are those key chains that follow specific themes, and now and then, you come across a theme that deviates from the usual ideas.

How about organ donor key chains? [Read more…] about Organ Donor Key Chains

FitDesk PRO for the Busy Blogger

April 25, 2012 by noemi

If you work from home like I do, you probably have to face the similar issue of getting caught up in work and not going out for fresh air on a regular basis. Then there is the question of actually getting your blood flowing with some exercise. While I realize that this does not apply to all work from home people, I am pretty sure that there are those who are in the same boat.

Enter the FitDesk PRO. [Read more…] about FitDesk PRO for the Busy Blogger