Monday, February 8, 2010

Now What Dubai Do?

1. The world's tallest skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates has been closed unexpectedly due to electrical problems. Construction of the "CLOSED" sign is on schedule for a grand opening in 2012 and will occupy 30,000 acres.

2. On Sunday, a 27 year old Washington man was arrested for allegedly waterboarding his 4 year old daughter when she didn't know her ABC's. And people like Sarah Palin think America is going in the wrong direction? Waterboarding and illiteracy sound like exactly her direction.

3. The infamous Heart Attack Grill in Arizona is suing a Florida restaurant called Heart Stoppers for what they believe is an infringement on their idea. Both restaurants include menus with massive and unhealthy portions of food, attractive waitresses, and signs with an EKG design. A court date is set for later in the year, but experts predict the restaurants will reach a settlement since the courtroom is on the second floor.

4. On Monday, a frostbitten dead man was found in the wheel well of a Delta airplane flying from Japan to New York. The identity of the man is yet unknown but the airline is hoping to discover it quickly so they can help the family cope with the bill for a one-way ticket.

5. Researchers from UC Davis have published a study in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture that says drinking beer is actually good for bone health. Scientists analyzed 100 commercial beers and showed that it is a significant source of dietary silicon, a key ingredient for bone health. At last, one determined fraternity brother-turned-UC Davis professor's beliefs have finally been vindicated.

High five.