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Japanese Pepsi Could Actually Make You Skinnier

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:10:42 +0000

First there was soda, carbonated sugar water that was sure to expand your waistline. Then there was "diet" soda, which didn't add any calories to the equation but was sweetened with chemicals that may not be so great for you.

Now, in Japan, there is something called Pepsi Special. This drink is so chock-full of chemicals -- mainly indigestible dextrin -- that there are claims it can actually make you skinnier.

This Japanese Banana Commercial Is Completely Bananas [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:32:14 +0000

This commercial for Dole in Japan features a character called Banana Man, who has bananas for fingers, and also has his namesake fruit growing from out of his nose, ears and head. Because of this odd condition he has incredible typing skills (natch) and a mostly female fan club. Banana Man is also able to [...]

Before and After Satellite Images of Japan [PHOTOS]

Dave Diamond — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 17:30:15 +0000

If you're like me, you've become a bit of a news junkie lately. I keep flipping over to the news programs and sites to see the latest information on Japan's situation. I stumbled across this New York Times page

Country Star's Twitter Messages to Japan

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 05:32:17 +0000

Several country stars took to Twitter over the weekend in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that took lives and leveled communities in Japan on Friday. Read More to see their Tweets.

How You Can Help Victims of Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami

Aaron Galloway — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 04:00:11 +0000

Many of you are wondering how you can help the Japanese people, in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that has struck the island nation. Here are some organizations involved in the rescue and recovery effort that you can donate to. The Red Cross – Provides donations, first-aid and emotional support for both [...]

Massive Earthquake, Tsunami Strike Japan; Effects Expected Around the Globe

Aaron Galloway — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:07:20 +0000

Hundreds have been found or are presumed dead after a massive earthquake and ensuing tsunami tore through Japan's northeast coast. Some are already declaring the 8.9 magnitude quake the largest ever recorded and after-effects are expected to hit the west coast of the US, the Phillippines, Indonesia and other vulnerable spots. The Internet has sped into action, using Twitter to report updates and Google's crisis response page to report missing persons.