Find out how well you can mutlitask and handle distractions

The New York Times is offering two tests to see how good you are at focusing despite distractions and multitasking.  These tests were developed from research that show that some people who multitask actually are more distracted and are less productive.  Scientist even have shown that multitasking can change how we think and behave.  You can "Test Your Focus" and "Test How Fast You Juggle Tasks" at NYTimes.com.

Question: over a million of these will be bought this year but half will go unused?

Answer: swimsuits.

Congratulations to Joan Bellinger of Manistee, today's winner.

Consumer Reports Guide to Baby Products : Tiny batteries in remotes, toys, musical cards can be lethal if ingested

Consumer Reports Guide to Baby Products : Tiny batteries in remotes, toys, musical cards can be lethal if ingested According to this article from Consumer Reports, 68% of battery ingestion cases involve kids 6 and younger. And while kids toys and books that have batteries are required to have a screw on the battery compartment those items that are for adults, like remote controls do not. It is very important that you keep an eye on kids when they are using items that have batteries in them. It can be a very major health hazard for them if they ingest a battery, especially the newer lithium batteries.

DailyTech - Nokia Offers Bicycle-powered Phone Charger

DailyTech - Nokia Offers Bicycle-powered Phone Charger
Do you remember when they had lights on bicycles that were powered by the front wheel? I remember riding my dad's bike that had one. I remember the "whirling" sound of the generator as I sped up or slowed down. And when you slowed down the light would go out. Well, Nokia is taking that technology and making a great new product that will charge your cell phone while you ride your bike. This product is intended for countries where bicycling is a major source of transportation but should eventually trickle down to the US and Canada. If you ride your bicycle to work or school, this would be a great tool to keep your cell phone charged while saving on electricity.

Maytag Dishwasher recall

Maytag is recalling 1.7 million dishwashers that were sold between February 2006 and April 2010.  The dishwashers heating element can fail causing a serious fire hazard.  The recall includes the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Jenn-air, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag and Crosley brand dishwasher with plastic tubs.  Find out more about the recall and which serial numbers are included at Repair.Maytag.org or by calling 1-800-544-5513.  The company is offering to repair or offer rebates to replace the dishwashers effected.

Make your own ketchup

Here are the ingredients you will need to make your own home made ketchup (from Instructables.com)

* 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste


* 1/2 cup white vinegar

* 4 tablespoons brown sugar

* 1 tablespoon garlic powder

* 1 tablespoon onion powder

* 1/4 teaspoon allspice

* 1 teaspoon salt

* 1 teaspoon molasses

* 1 teaspoon agave nectar

* 2 1/2 cups water


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