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Weebles Wobble But They Don’t Fall Down

Oct 22, 2009

And neither do these new self-righting buildings designed to withstand earthquakes. Built on a rocking frame that allows the building to safely sway, this design uses a system somewhat similar […]

Sing, Dance, Volunteer

Oct 22, 2009

Wednesday is my new favorite night. Why Wednesday, you might ask, when it’s only half-way to the weekend? Because Wednesday, I might say, is the night I come home from […]

Get your pet out of a “pickle”

Oct 22, 2009

So… my cat Pickles got the cat flu recently, sending me into a tizzy about how to prepare for and prevent any more Pickles-related emergencies. If she had needed first […]

Blood Recipient Spotlight: Gordon Thornburg

Oct 21, 2009

One of the best parts about working for the Red Cross is getting to meet all of the amazing volunteers who dedicate their time, passion, and energy to our life-saving […]

Worldwide Wednesday Wrap-Up

Oct 21, 2009

Welcome to the Worldwide Wednesday Wrap-Up, in which we consolidate the international Red Cross and Red Crescent news into one list of bite-sized links for you. It’s a non-comprehensive sampling […]

Students: Enter The Safety Video Contest!

Oct 21, 2009

From Oregon OSHA: Cue the director; it’s time for high school students across Oregon to create a 45-second public service announcement promoting young worker safety and health. The top three […]

Is It Winter Yet?

Oct 20, 2009

There are many things I love about winter — hot chocolate, mittens, flannel jammies and woolly tights, to name but a few. Well, our friends at NOAA must be looking […]

Zombiefest: Virtual Gaming For A Cause

Oct 20, 2009

So, my twin brother plays Warcraft. Therefore, I know that people have fought demons, forged international alliances and even eloped on virtual landscapes. Much like Warcraft’s online world, a sim […]

The Office Takes On Community Service

Oct 20, 2009

Speaking of watching TV, I love this clip of the cast from The Office talking about the importance of community service. We already know that they host blood drives and […]

Watching TV Is Good For You

Oct 20, 2009

Yeah, I know. Watching TV is bad for your health — it stops you from getting outdoors and being active and it doesn’t challenge your brain. But if you watch […]