The longest-living mammal in existence is the bowhead whale, with a lifespan of over 200 years

Especially relevant news for Asian parents: http://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2013/12/muting-the-mozart-effect/

"These programs were never about terrorism: they’re about economic spying, social control, and diplomatic manipulation. They’re about power."  -- Edward Snowden

Antibacterial soaps contribute to bacterial resistance of antibiotics and they can alter your hormone levels. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-25405037

In Japan sale of geriatric diapers is now bigger than baby diapers.

To reduce urinal splashback stand slightly to one side and aim down for a low angle of impact http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-24820279

Excellent new airline safety video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtyfiPIHsIg#t=203  I prefer Air New Zealand's Hobbit-inspired video though.

adventure > luxury

Never stop learning

There are about 1 million registered charities in the USA.  That's about 1 for every 311 people. 

Is this legitimate? Scientists claim to have found proof of alien life. http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/the-truth-is-out-there-british-scientists-claim-to-have-found-proof-of-alien-life-8826690.html

India has around 900 million mobile phone subscriptions but only around 3 million active credit cards.

I'm in favor of the AA - US Airways merger being blocked. I think it'll be better for customers. http://finance.yahoo.com/blogs/daily-ticker/airfare-reality-check-five-major-airlines-really-better-122023626.html

Hairdressers should ALWAYS ask before starting to take off someone's beard. #thinnerononeside

Boss vs. Leader http://media.lolwall.co/c/2013/04/boss-vs-leader_264722-624x.jpeg

Not what comes to mind when I think of new media: http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/video/2013/jul/21/tokyo-womens-thighs-advertising-video

"I run on the road, long before I dance under the lights." -- Muhammad Ali, American boxer

"If 'Drive' is like really good cocaine, ['Only God Forgives'] is like really good acid." - director Nicolas Winding Refn at the sneak preview last night.

I knew this was bogus right from the start. There is no substitute for effort.  http://www.cnbc.com/id/100888068

Make yourself as relevant as you can to the times you live in.