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Scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in La Jolla, CA have identified a drug that, in laboratory studies, can simulate exercise without the exercise. The tests have so far been done only on mice, but there is at least some evidence that the pill, dubbed AICAR, boosts energy in the body and [...]

In an effort to expand on a healthier menu, Dunkin’ Donuts is ready to bring egg whites and flatbread into many of its stores starting next week. The offerings, which will be offered in the turkey sandwich and veggie sandwich variety, clock in under 300 calories per sandwich. They are part of a [...]

The U.S. Postal Service has decided to enforce a decades-old rule forbidding mail carriers from feeding the dogs. The practice of bringing along doggie treats has, for some mail carriers, been a peace offering. The carriers hope to quell enmity between postal carriers and pets that dates back to the earliest mail delivery [...]

Airlines have found new ad revenue in the form of ad space on the boarding pass itself. The ads will be included on boarding passes printed at home, enabling each participating carrier to reach some 30 million customers or more per year. The ads are serviced by Sojern Inc., a company in which the [...]

To save on about 500 pounds of dead weight, US Airways will remove the projector equipment for its in-flight movies on all domestic aircraft. The airline planned to install seat-back TVs in its aircraft, but that plan has been stalled by the airline’s struggle with oil costs. In the meantime, you can now [...]

The last downturn in the city of Las Vegas came in the year after the 9/11 attacks. The city rebounded, returning to a more adult-oriented advertising campaign and largely abandoning the kid-friendly PR gimmick of the 90’s. What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas isn’t referring to the Circus Circus Adventure Dome or [...]