Don't Drop Out Of The Political Process (The Chattanoogan)

Let's see. The Democrats have controlled Congress for two years now. Spending led by Democrats (at times aided by some so-called Republicans) is out of control. We are seeing the beginning of the Obama Recession and, with government meddling as was done in the 1930s Depression, it will last as long.

Yes, free radicals age us, but scientists still seek the bigger picture (Arizona Daily Star)

WASHINGTON — Growing old isn't for sissies, the saying goes. The passage of years usually brings physical frailty, failing memory, cancer and other diseases.

Afghanistan markets its brand of pomegranates (AP via Yahoo! News)

This ancient land is telling the world that it has a trendy, new replacement for its dreaded poppy crop: sweet, juicy pomegranates.

Afghanistan markets its brand of pomegranates (San Francisco Chronicle)

This ancient land is telling the world that it has a trendy, new replacement for its dreaded poppy crop: sweet, juicy pomegranates. The country will stamp a logo on all boxes of the pomegranate for export: a drawing of the sliced, red fruit with seeds...

Going vegan for holidays not as tough as it may sound (City Pulse)

With change in the air and fall winds blowing, you might be wondering what you can do to make a difference this holiday season. To tweak a familiar saying, the way to humanity’s heart may just be through its stomach.