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"The only way of discovering the limits of the possible is to venture a little way past them into the impossible." - Arthur C. Clarke Read Full Story

Albert Einstein said compound interest is "the greatest mathematical discovery of all time". You have probably heard if you double a penny for 30 days you’ll be a multi-millionaire, it’s true, you’d have about $5.3 million dollars. This is a great demonstration of compounding. So if you want to be a millionaire someday, use the power of compounding and savings, to grow your future. Here’s how to be a guaranteed millionaire by 50 or sooner: -Start very young and save $5,000 a year. -Invest in... Read Full Story

If you have an innovative mind and want to put your skills to a challenge, consider entering ideas in innovation contests. Even if you don't win, it can spark a new business or invention you can sell or license to other companies. Here are a couple innovation contests: - Eco-Challenge 2011 , sponsored by Pepsico - Rolex Awards for Enterprise - eXploration Habitat (X-Hab) Academic Innovation Challenge - Thermador Kitchen Design Challenge - Pepsi Refresh Project Find other innovation contests... Read Full Story

Here are two videos from Peter David Schiff on the continuing state of the dollar and how you can protect your investments. Part 1: Part 2: Read Full Story

Just about everyone owns a car and has faced high repair costs. They are many ways to save money and keep your car in good condition. Tips: -Change the oil every 5 to 7,000 miles, changing it more frequently wastes money. -Maintain the correct tire pressure, this saves gas and increases the life of the tire. Check the pressure once a month. -Change your own wiper blades, air filter and fill the windshield washer fluid before taking it to the mechanic. And be sure to tell them not to change... Read Full Story

"Give me somewhere to stand, and I will move the earth" - Attributed to Archimedes. Read Full Story

While the saying "ignorance is bliss" may be comforting to some. It's foolish and sometimes dangerous to be un-informed or worst mis-informed. People who get their news from comedy shows and accept those opinions and jokes as fact, are ... well I guess...blissful? Even traditional media sources are biased (left and right) or only cover certain news while ignoring other important stories. In Greek mythology, the Pierian Spring is believed to be a fountain of knowledge that inspires whoever... Read Full Story

"If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter." - George Washington Read Full Story

If you're like me, you think of new products or ideas all the time. But getting a 3D model or prototype professionally designed can be expensive. If you need a quick and professional looking 3D model, try Google's free SketchUp software. It's easy to use and powerful. Check it out at Google SketchUp Read Full Story

Each year millions of batteries end up in landfills. Help stop the waste by using rechargeable batteries. These eco-friendly PowerGenix batteries have the same power output as the high power disposable batteries and can be recharged 1000 times. By using rechargeable batteries versus disposables, you can: •Consume up to 22 times less non-renewable natural resources •Have up to 28 TIMES less impact on global warming (CO2) •Save 12 times more water •Save up to $80 a year. When your batteries... Read Full Story