Tuesday: Newsy Snacks For Busy People
Written by Pip Lincolne
May 22, 2012
Be Smart, News & Views
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Robin Gibb: So sad that Robin Gibb has died after a long battle with cancer. He was just 62. I’m guessing that his family must be very grateful that he awoke from a coma for a couple of weeks, giving them a chance to say their goodbyes. Vale Mr Gibb. Read on at the BBC.
Alzheimer’s: Oh I love this story. In the US, a program called Timeslips is encouraging patients with Alzheimer’s disease to tell stories. They are shown an image and encouraged to make up stories and chat with others about what is going on in the photo. For people who have trouble accessing memories, it’s an alternative way to chat and communicate imaginatively and successfully, especially if they are constantly being prompted to remember ‘real life’ stories they may be unable to. Partners and family members speak of the relief that comes from being able to communicate with their loved one, even if it’s not about real life experiences, it’s a way of connecting and being more social. More at NPR.
Facebook: Click over to see the full snapshot in an infographic, as a new study reveals how Australians are using Facebook. Among the findings are the following Facie Facts: A massive 91% of Australians use Facebook. 66% of us have untagged ourselves in a photo and 24% of us admit to snooping/stalking others on FB.
Also:
An amazing site that will cut to the chase and link to the exact bit of the YouTube video you might want to share!
Beth’s holiday journal circa 1989
Jake Gyllenhaal is very important news, right?
Poppytalk shows us this cool app which can turn your smartphone videos into vintage 8mm style type footage.
The Beatles arrive at LAX : Cool vintage shots
How to make doily covered soaps
No-bake Nutella cheesecake? Yes!
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