Ski Bindings Subject of Recall

Ski bindings produced by Saloman SAS are subject of a recall in Canada.  Full product description follows: " Full Product Description This recall involves the toe components of certain models of Salomon-, Atomic-, and TECNOpro-branded ski bindings. The following ski...

Will Mutants Confine Humans to Earth?

Will mutant organisms encountered in space flight confine humans to the Earth?  New questions arise with regard to the viability of manned space flight to Mars. " Aboard spaceships without advanced medical care, illness could cripple human missions to Mars and beyond,...

Adventure Playset Recall: Bellvue, Tacoma, Durango, & Others

Parents need to check out their kiddies backyard swingsets.  Sone swingsets sold at Walmart, Toys R Us and various other outlets are unsafe and subject to a voluntary recall.  Full description follows:"Description: This recall involves wooden play sets with swings,...

Clorox Announces Plans to Phase Out Chlorine

The Clorox Company has announced plans to phase out chlorine in its bleach.  The company's bleach product synonymous with the element chlorine made the announcement on Monday. " OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 2, 2009 - The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) today announced that it plans...

Chinese Authorities Jail Notorious Gangster

Chines authorities in the city of Chongquing have jailed a notorious gangster for 18 years Xie Caiping was a kingpin in the underworld of gambling, loan sharking and violence in that city.  Ms. Xie was unusual in that she was reputed to keep a stable of young men for her...

Halloween Flashlights Sold at Target Stores Recalled

Halloween themed flashlights sold at Target Stores this past few months are subject to a recall.  Full description follows: " "Mini Flashlights - The mini flashlights have a key ring extending from the bottom and were sold in a pack of three colors: orange, green and...

Worm Grunting Mystery Solved

The phenomenon known as worm grunting has been solved.  Fishermen in some areas of the U.S. have long made use of worm grunting to gather up earthworms as bait.  They go about this by driving a stake into the soil and rubbing it, transferring vibrations into the...