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The color of our money is so iconic, the word “green” has become synonymous with stacks of cash. But that’s hardly standard for currency around the world—in fact, many of the paper notes used abroad make ours look rather drab in comparison. So how did the hue end up on our bills in the first place? The first evidence of the color green being used in federal currency dates back to 1861. Before then, the Continental Congress had experimented with issuing notes called “continentals” to fund the Revolutionary War, but they were printed at a such a high volume that … Continue reading →

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A stunning new book is giving the public a look at some never-before-seen photos of Frank Sinatra and members of the Rat Pack partying with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Sinatra and pals Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford are seen with Marilyn Monroe, James Dean and Muhammad Ali in the pictures. There is even a shot of Sinatra enjoying dinner with President John F. Kennedy in the book – called The Rat Pack. The book’s publisher, Reel Art Press, writes: ‘Frank Sinatra’s legendary clique defined life in the fast lane throughout the late fifties and early sixties, … Continue reading →

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When you look at a food label you’re presented with a few different things. Fat, sugar, carbohydrates and nutrients are all clearly labeled, with either a percentage or a measurement of how much that food item contains. These guides can help us make informed decisions about the foods we eat, which can be crucial if we need to enjoy a special diet. For example, diabetics must be mindful of the amount of sugar they consume. Yet, even though you may pay extra attention to sugar, carbohydrates may actually be a more accurate factor when it comes to spikes in blood … Continue reading →

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Shooting down a plane on suspicion of an airspace violation is a very extreme and strange measure, and particularly unjustified given that Russia showed no aggression towards Turkey, a legal expert told RIA Novosti. Airspace violations are a common enough occurrence and in a military context are usually dealt with by a special commission; shooting down an aircraft is a very extreme measure, legal expert Anatoly Kapustin told RIA Novosti on Tuesday. “Russia’s actions in this situation cannot in any way be said to be hostile to Turkey,” said Kapustin, President of the Russian Association of International Law. “Even if the Russian plane flew into Turkish airspace and returned to Syria, it … Continue reading →

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For more than half a century, the combined American thought establishment (media, publishing, film, academia, and the like) have been cranking out a steady stream of books, articles, films, plays and more that present a completely false picture of what the assassination of John F. Kennedy was about — including who was behind it, and why. No mention of the tremendous animus massed against John and Robert Kennedy from every quarter, including but hardly limited to Wall Street, the oil industry, the steel industry, the armaments industry, big publishers, the Pentagon, the CIA, the Mob, the John Birchers. They all … Continue reading →

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It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Richard Lion Russell on Saturday, November 21. Richard had gone to the hospital a week earlier with abdominal pain. He was diagnosed with blood clots in the leg and lungs and other untreatable ailments, but was able to return home under hospice care. He spent his last days surrounded by family and visited by close friends. Richard had struggled for years with a terrible fear of dying, and held on for many days. We had a remarkable family bonding experience as we held a vigil at his bedside. We … Continue reading →

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Originally published on KevinMD.com on October 24, 2015 Reprinted from Ammoland.com. USA – One word: gun. That is all it takes to spark a debate between two very different camps. One end of the spectrum feels guns are an evil haunting the nation by their mere existence, and they need to be dealt with by restricting (or even eliminating) everyone’s ability to possess them. The other end believes it is a core right to keep and use firearms for sport, personal defense, collecting, etc., and that no further “gun control” legislation should be enacted. As with all things in life, no one extreme is the … Continue reading →

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Freemasons dominated the inquiry into the sinking of the Titanic and may have allowed Establishment figures to escape blame, it was claimed last night. The investigation into the 1912 tragedy that cost 1,500 lives exonerated most of those involved, including the ship’s White Star Line owners as well as its captain. Now the publication of a secret archive of Freemasons – containing two million names of members from 1733 to 1923 – reveals the scale of Masonic involvement across the highest echelons of British society. The archive contains the names of three kings, statesmen, judges, military top brass and bishops. … Continue reading →

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Jets capture nearly everyone’s imagination, and it’s not hard to see why. They’re fast and powerful, and they look really cool, so it’s no surprise that people are thrilled to see them. However, not every jet is an awesome airplane like the F-16. Indeed, hundreds of mediocre, if not outright terrible, jet aircraft have seen service. Here are 10 of the worst jets to take to the air. They failed for a variety of reasons, but the common thread is that nobody wanted to fly these turkeys. 10 Vought F7U Cutlass Before being acquired by Northrop Grumman, Vought produced some … Continue reading →

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He can fly a helicopter upside down, turn a cello case into a sled and even use crocodiles as stepping stones, while still having time to order a Martini and get the girl. But are stunts in Spectre and other James Bond classics such as Goldfinger and Moonraker really possible? Top scientists and engineers have weighed in to debunk impossible stunts and explain how others are possible in the real world in a feature from The Institution of Engineering and Technology’s (IET) E&T magazine. Spectre’s upside-down helicopter: POSSIBLE The Spectre trailer had everyone talking when a helicopter, presumably with Bond in … Continue reading →

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White House burned down Imagine Fox & Friends if this happened today… In August 1814, British troops set fire to the White House— but not before they ate with WH cutlery and ransacked the building. The damage was so severe that no President lived in the White House again until 1817. US response: Just 6 months later, President James Madison and the US Senate decided to let bygones be bygones– unanimously approving a peace treaty. Consequence of weakness: Things have been pretty cool with the British ever since. 1983 Beirut Bombing Imagine Tomi Lahren’s viral rant if this happened today… … Continue reading →

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Humans who have had their DNA genetically modified could exist within two years after a private biotech company announced plans to start the first trials into a ground-breaking new technique. Editas Medicine, which is based in the US, said it plans to become the first lab in the world to ‘genetically edit’ the DNA of patients suffering from a genetic condition – in this case the blinding disorder ‘leber congenital amaurosis’. The disorder prevents normal function of the retina; the light-sensitive layer of cells at the back of the eye. It appears at birth or in the first months of … Continue reading →

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Peter Schiff was recently a guest on #PreMarket Prep, a daily trading idea radio show hosted by Joel Elconin and Dennis Dick. Schiff, CEO and Chief Global Strategist at Euro Pacific Capital, shared his outlook on the economy. The expert assured the economy is doomed. On Benzinga’s #PreMarket Prep show, Euro Pacific Capital’s Peter Schiff was asked about the global economy’s strength and fate amid talks about interest rates surging and November job numbers. The expert stated the economy is not at all strong, adding, “Last month’s job report was only hot in relation to what the expectations were […] … Continue reading →

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One way to view Official Washington is to envision a giant bubble that serves as a hothouse for growing genetically modified “group thinks.” Most inhabitants of the bubble praise these creations as glorious and beyond reproach, but a few dissenters note how strange and dangerous these products are. Those critics, however, are then banished from the bubble, leaving behind an evermore concentrated consensus. This process could be almost comical – as the many armchair warriors repeat What Everyone Knows to Be True as self-justifying proof that more and more wars and confrontations are needed – but the United States is the most powerful … Continue reading →

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That many people misuse Adderall hoping to enhance work performance should not be news. But apparently it still is. The New York Times just published an article about workers in finance, tech, business, the arts and the professions misusing stimulant medications like Adderall, Ritalin and Concerta so as to gain a competitive advantage, or just keep up. As I’ve learned in my clinical practice, many are headed for a fall, even when they believe they have it all under control. Luckily, there are lots of warning signs along the way before it’s too late that the time has come to … Continue reading →

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