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Explore the World day (from your sofa) - 1888 - The National Geographic Society was founded in Washington, 
1998 - Keith Allen and Antonio Robinson, appeared in San Antonio County Court to answer charges of indecent exposure. The two dancers for Kinsu had dropped their overalls and removed their undergarments at a show earlier in the month.
Weekday mornings Chuck Collins takes a moment at 10:50 to reflect on the things we have to be positive about, and there are many. As we keep track on news (and that is important) there is also a time to be grateful and look for the best of the world around us.
Woman lives in toilet since May of 2009! That's 9-hundred thirty-some days in a 4 x 6 restroom (giving new meaning to the term restroom). Was she nuts? well, actually she was just a little off. But at least she was regular. That and more from the City-State of Singapore (where you need a prescription to chew gum) 
Then all the world looks like a nail, or so the saying goes. But to shoot a three-inch nail into your brain is probably not the smartest thing to do. Fortunately the story has a happy ending 
When it comes to Everything that Rocks, a stone from the red planet is more valuable than gold, lots more valuable. And one member of the Roving Stones has punched through the atmosphere. Get the mother load 
One party says it is racist and an insult to a family member, another says it's an antique from a time of Jim Crow. Ether way there are no winners here. You be the judge 
Story goes that Russia sent a hundred million dollar dud to Mars, but not they say the failure was our fault. Really, like we have time to mess with their little Phobos taxi. The story is 
Apparently it could get you booted out of the largest club in the world. Facebook has a problem with a local guy. And he's such a nice fellow. See why 
If your father is one of the richest men in the world, Russian Billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev, what's an $88 million flat? Nothing, we guess, but if he's not careful he just might spoil that girl.
Could be that you are just the new "wealth poor," according to an article in Fiscal Times. The fact is your salary is more realities than ever in a nation that sometimes looks more like five countries.
The name of the site says it all - 
Some social scientists are finally coming to grips with a disturbing fact: we have at our disposal the greatest learning tool every invented, yet we spend more time wasting time than learning anything or improving ourselves and society. 
It wasn't that long ago that the music business saw the writing on the wall and it was spelled NAPSTER. What once was intellectual property for sale became everybody's property for free almost overnight. Now the 
It might be a little counter-intuitive, but some experts are saying that in this economic environment using credit cards may have a hidden advantage for shoppers. Get the FORBES story 
Just about everyone loves Chinese food. But this year of eating healthier you might want to consider adjusting your choices some. 
Forget the botox, here is a way to put forth a young face with a little bite. This fairly new treatment is a slithering success. You'll get the point (or two). Get the venom wisdom 
Do you know Bill W.? If you do, and know the program he co-founded, chances are your life has been quite an adventure. Hopefully you have found the way to live one day at a time, thanks to Bill and the rest of our friends. Get more on the 
We all know about the foods that are good for us, but as food science advances we learn that some foods hold far greater advantages then previously thought. Get it good 
For turkey leftovers. But here is one you might not have come across. It's quick, easy and simple. It's the turkey tamale pie! Just the thing to keep those rubber maid dishes in the fridge interesting. Get the recipe
It's no secret that kids (as a rule) like to be active. Now we adults can learn how to have fun while staying active and healthier. 
When Beyonce and JZ have a baby, the whole world listens, at least that's what the Billboard charts say. Baby BIC, Blue Ivy Carter coo'd background in the track "Glory" released the day after she was born. More here.
I'll admit it, I like Zooey Deschanel, But the "New Girl" star is calling it quits on a marriage that lasted just over two years from Ben Gibbard. Irreconcilable differences is the reason for the split. Isn't always? Get the rest of the story 
The Grammy-winning said in a statement Monday that she and William Wilkerson are considering a summer wedding, perhaps in Miami. Get the invite (sort of) 
Lately is seems TV has saved the best for last, or first, as in first of the new year. While the Fall Shows have been cut nearly in half, with some big disappointments along the way, Twenty-Twelve might make up for it with some outstanding offerings. Tune in 
In a year when movie audiences have dwindled, two movies that capture the golden age, pulled 11 nominations, including for best film and for their directors Michel Hazanavicius ("The Artist") and Martin Scorsese ("Hugo").
One of our favorite actors is back in a spy thriller by one or our favorite thriller writers. It's a combination that has to work, even if Gary Oldman is not out front chewing up the scenery. More on Gary's latest 
