It's written that Ancient Greek philosopher Plato said, "Life must be lived as play". A simple, but profound truth that goes back 2,400 years. Today, Coffin Nachtmahr inspires us with his story of how a simple toy invented by the Ancient Greeks -- a yo-yo changed his life. Watch the video-doc Throw, and discover the amazing benefits of play. … [Read More...] about THROW
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Question: Can machines really see and understand drawings and color? Answer: Not yet, but they're getting better at faking it. Question: Do computers ever hurt people? Answer: No, of course not -- certainly not intentionally. Question: Can technology be used to control a person's mind? Answer: Depends on the … [Read More...] about Your Questions Answered Here
Among The Trees
"No more walks in the wood; This is the aftermath Of afternoons in the clover Fields where we once made love Then wandered home together Where the trees arched above, Where we made our own weather When branches were the sky. Now they are gone for good, And you, for ill, and I Am only a passer-by." --- John Hollander, An Old-Fashioned … [Read More...] about Among The Trees
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Kīlauea
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Cookie Crunch
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Creature Comforts
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In2 the Kitchen LIVE
The James Beard Foundation is a culinary arts non-profit organization that creates programs to help educate people about American cuisine and provide support and promotion to chefs and other industry … [Read More...] about In2 the Kitchen LIVE
The Bigger Picture
Henry Tate (1819-1899) was an English industrialist and philanthropist. Starting his business career as a grocer with an apprenticeship at 13 years old, Tate made a fortune in sugar refinery, and was … [Read More...] about The Bigger Picture