• What’s Inside the Bun?0

    Those pricey “natural” and “organic” hot dogs often contain just as much or more of the cancer-linked preservatives nitrate and nitrite as that old-fashioned Oscar Mayer wiener. And almost no one knows it because of arcane federal rules that make the labels on natural and organic hot dogs, luncheon meats and bacon virtually impossible to

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  • U.S. Volunteers Bring Relief to Japan on July 4th0

    While most Americans celebrate the country’s independence with a backyard barbeque and dazzling fireworks, these young volunteers are reeling in America’s 235th birthday half way across the world. It’s been four months since a 9.0 earthquake struck Japan, but this group helps to rebuild buildings and a sense of home for devastated victims. NBC Nightly

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  • Sprouts Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in U.S.0

    The FDA issued a warning Monday that alfalfa sprouts and spicy sprouts might be linked to the 20 recent salmonella outbreaks that occurred in five different states across the country. The tainted alfalfa and spicy sprouts are packaged in plastic bags labeled "Evergreen Produce" or "Evergreen Produce Inc." WebMD, 6/28/2011

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  • Hands off our bulbs: Feds’ foolish ban is also exporting American jobs0

    This op ed expresses the writer's outrage (and that of many Americans) at Congress's ban on incandescent light bulbs, the bulbs we have been using all of our lives. He points out that the light bulb ban, going into effect in January, will only lead to a reduction of America's overall energy use by 2

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  • America’s Top State for Business — Virginia is Victorious — Again0

    If you’re hopes are set on becoming a business mogul, look towards Virginia. Because of its location, friendly business climate, and diverse economy, Virginia has been deemed the best state for business. This state has shared the top spot with Texas for the past two years, but in 2011, its all about “The Mother State.”

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  • Billy Ray Cyrus salutes soldiers with ‘American’ album0

    Billy Ray Cyrus pays tribute to American soldiers with his new album, “I’m American,” hitting music racks today. Inspired by a USO visit to soldiers in Afghanistan, Cyrus’s new album features vocals from fellow country stars Jamey Johnson, Darryl Worley and Craig Morgan. "I was blown away and humbled by (the troops') professionalism and their courage and their dedication to

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