The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Food

The Politics of Food

Good news for coffee drinkers–new research shows that enjoying a daily cup of joe may reduce the risk of the world’s most common cancer, basal cell carcinoma. [Huffington Post]

Beware of fish fraud. The red snapper or white tuna you order at a restaurant may not be what you end up eating. [NPR]

Annual Food and Beverage Trends Report shows that efficiently produced foods like greens and legumes are going to be the hot items to hit our plates. [WSJ Marketwatch]

The RP’s Recipe of the Week: Roasted pumpkin seeds.  After you’re done carving your jack-o-lanterns, turn the seeds into a delicious snack. [Allrecipes.com]

THE RP’S BREAKING NEWS: The Politics of Weight

Perhaps justifying First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” initiative, a recent survey suggests that overweight and obese workers are costing the economy jobs and money. According to a recent Gallup survey, some 86% of U.S. workers are overweight, obese, or chronically unhealthy, costing the economy some $153 billion per year in lost productivity. [Washington Post]

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Laughter

The Politics of Laughter

Time to re-think those costume ideas! [comic]

So that’s how Police Medics work [picture]

Freezing [SMBC]

Jet Fuel [xkcd]

This guy answers test questions like a boss [picture]

Meanwhile, in Russia… [picture]

 

 

 

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of the Web

The Politics of the Web

 

 

 

Unraveling the mobile mess that is Apple’s iCloud. [Gizmodo]

Are Law Schools and the Bar Exam still necessary with current technologies? [New York Times]

Does Google show the limits of a free web? [Gigaom.com]

Review of the latest Blackberry. [Engadget]

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of College

One of the biggest questions during the transition from high school to college is something very basic… What to wear! This starts in the classroom when students must decide where to place themselves on the spectrum from pajamas to elaborate outfits. See here for one opinion on why looking presentable in the classroom is an important way to spend your college years.  [College Fashion]

As college students, many men and women like to proudly display their school name across their clothing. This does not mean, however, that one must don sweats every time he or she want to show their spirit. See here for some recommendations on how to support your school with a more updated, stylish look. [Next Gen]

Upon leaving for college, many young men are subjected to lectures from their mothers about doing their laundry and brushing their hair. Unfortunately, many of them appear to forget it as soon as mom and dad drive away. Here is a quick outline of easy things all college men should consider when starting out their day. [College Tips]

Southern schools are notorious for their distinctive, put together looks for both males and females, and students often place pride in this stereotype. See here for a funny, if slightly critical commentary of some traditional trends seen today south of the Mason Dixon line. [Thought Catalog]

One of the most distinctive features seen within the female population at Southern schools is game day attire. Across the SEC (Southeastern Conference) campuses, female students opt for combinations of sundresses, pearls, heels, or cowboy boots for the football games, rather than more traditional American ways. See here for an account from the University of Georgia, as well as a link to the website for a new book devoted entirely to this unique tradition. [Holy Turf] [Gridiron Belles]

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Liberty

Score another one for Liberty. Here’s news about the liberation announcements in Libya that followed Muammar Gaddafi’s death. [National Post]

Things got a little out of control on Friday at my alma mater, Penn. House Majority Leader Eric Cantor was scheduled to speak at 4:30, but he canceled abruptly. Why wouldn’t the Congressman want to speak to a few hundred respectful, inquisitive college students? Well, I think he would…but that wasn’t who he was going to be speaking to if he actually showed up. Occupy Philadelphia marched from City Hall to Penn’s campus and effectively guaranteed themselves of being the first (300) to be let into the event. [The Daily Pennsylvanian]

Lady Liberty

Can a person or company make “too much” money? [CNBC]

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Fashion

Politics of Fashion

BREAKING NEWS: First Lady Michelle Obama tweets her first tweet! What does this have to do with fashion? She looked absolutely adorable while doing so!  [NY Mag]

Angry Birds, Nicki Minaj, the Black Swan, and more are in the lead for most popular Halloween costumes this year. What will you be this Halloween?   [Daily Mail]

Fashion = lifesaver for penguins from the Gulf Coast. Check out the cute story:   [Fashionista]

Have you ever wanted Miss Piggy’s flushed cheeks or elongated eyelashes? There is now a MAC collection just for you!   [NY Mag]

In other beauty news, Nicki Minaj debuts her OPI nail line!   [ONTD]

 

 

THE RP’S BREAKING NEWS: The Vatican calls for a Global Central Bank?

The Politics of Central Banking?

 

 

 

In a just-released document, the Vatican appears to support the creation of a global central bank. [Washington Post]

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Pigskin

The Politics of Pigskin

This week in the Monday Morning Quarterback column, Peter King writes about Tim Tebow, Matt Ryan, the new biography on Walter Payton, and much more. [Sports Illustrated]

There is some hoopla surrounding the actions of Ndamukong Suh following the Lions vs. Falcons game on Sunday. Is it justified? What exactly occurred? Check it out. [Deadspin]

Here is some interesting, running commentary on the Week 7 games. [Football Outsiders]

Kyle Boller had a rough day as the starting QB for the Oakland Raiders. They brought Carson Palmer in to replace him and he was just as bad. They combined for 0 TDs and 6 INTs. [ESPN]

Annnnnd Pacman Jones is back once again. [Fox Sports]

Here is your preview for the Monday night game between Baltimore and Jacksonville. [USA Today]

The RP’s Weekly Web Gems: The Politics of Faith

The Politics of Faith

In Egypt, a man has been sentenced to three years in prison for mocking Islam on Facebook posts. [Washington Post]

The Bank Transfer Day grassroots movement is an effort to get Americans to leave major banks for regional banks and credit unions.  A church in California transfers its $3 million from Bank of America to a local credit union–the church leader stated that this transfer was made as a way to say no to the bank’s investing in bad loans and unfair negotiations. [Good.is]

A Florida public elementary school teacher’s promotion of a weekly on campus prayer session is stirring up debate. [LA Times]

 

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