American Teachers Do More Work for Less Pay Than Their International Peers
American Teachers Do More Work for Less Pay Than Their International PeersRead more
Kindle vs iPad for reading outdoors
These photos clearly demonstrate why an iPad (or iPhone or any glossy screen device) is less ideal for reading outdoors than a Kindle (or other similar device). I don’t yet have a Kindle – this was borrowed from a friend. But as my e-book collection grows, I find myself really wishing for the Kindle under these circumstances. Much of my reading for pleasure is done after work, near the pool and I simply can’t get by with the iPad’s reflections.Read more
Is Manila ready for an earthquake? A study states up to 38% of the capital may be devastated
“CNN’s Anna Coren revealed that the Philippine government commissioned an Earthquake study several years ago. The results of the study made by the Japanese hinted that up to 38 percent of the capital would be devastated, and the projected death toll to be at least 50,000 people.” Also read: “UN to Metro Manila: Ready for Big One?” And here’s the “Earthquake Impact Reduction Study for Metropolitan Manila” [PDF] The scary thing is I can see the fault line from myRead more
Grilled Chicken Ass [humor]
No joke – saw this in Manila at a food court.Read more
Map to show where my Facebook friends are located
As a data and map geek, I found this Facebook app to be interesting. It displays an interactive map (for the user) of where your Facebook friends are located. Seems I need to get to know more South Americans, Africans and Greenlanders. Wow, and check out Russia!? Actually, I have friends from many of those regions but living elsewhere. Care to share your map? (the app is called, “My Friend Map”)Read more