Dinosaur Tail Found Preserved in Amber

National Geographic reports –

The tail of a 99-million-year-old dinosaur, including bones, soft tissue, and even feathers, has been found preserved in amber, according to a report published today in the journal Current Biology. While individual dinosaur-era feathers have been found in amber, and evidence for feathered dinosaurs is captured in fossil impressions, this is the first time that scientists are able to clearly associate well-preserved feathers with a dinosaur, and in turn gain a better understanding of the evolution and structure of dinosaur feathers.

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Amazing Invention? Inflatable Neck Traction Device

Amazing invention? It appears to me to be a law suit(s) waiting to be filed. At first glance, the Neck Air Traction System sounds reasonable. Neck is sore – place device around neck – inflate to stretch neck – no more pain! What could go wrong? It can be used at home and the office, by both men and women, and it’s only $15. This thing reminds me of the Padaung women of Myanmar, who stretch their necks with copper coils.

The Sunday paper is becoming a rich source for merchandise of dubious value. Last week it had an ad for magnetic underwear, and this week, Parade Magazine had a full page ad for the Neck Air Traction System. View the ad HERE