Curio: The Science is in… Men are More Likely to Be Idiots
A statistical study of the world’s most idiotic deaths suggests men are more likely to suffer from a sort of fatal idiot syndrome. The science is real, so if you’re a man… you’ve been warned. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Science AlertNews: Denmark Makes Play for the North Pole
It’s not just Santa’s workshop up there, apparently there’s a boat load or two of natural gas and other valuable resources, and the five countries with a direct stake are formulating their claims to ownership. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: QuartzCommentary: Props to Chief Justice VandeWalle, Concern for Legal System
This is worth a read… it’s a though provoking editorial on the a state of legal education both here and abroad. Perhaps there are some warning signs we should be paying attention to. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Say Anything Blog.comNews: Minot Providing Opportunities For Families From All Over
You have to go to the Dickinson Press for this profile on a Minot family that’s found a better life, but it’s well worth the trip. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Dickinson PressNews: Talking Ice Fishing with a Minnesota Guide
The story comes from the Grand Forks Herald and a Minnesota guide, but in many ways… ice fishing is ice fishing. Enough of this rings true to our region that if you’re and avid ice fisherman, it’s worth the read. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Grand Forks HeraldNews: U.S. Senate Passes National Defense Authorization Act
The bill has several provisions that will impact North Dakota’s Air Force Bases that are outlined in detail below. Both Senator Hoeven and Senator Heitkamp issued news releases on the passage of the bill. Provisions in the Bill From Senator Hoeven’s Office: Maintain ICBM Silos: Requires that the Administration maintain all 450 of the [...]
Read & ShareNews: Lynn Helms Talks Oil Prices, Rig Counts, & Flaring
In his monthly industry report, the Department of Mineral Resources director gave his frank opinion on the impact dropping prices will have on drilling activity and a progress report on meeting our flaring goals. It’s excellent coverage form Forum News Service’s April Baumgarten. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Dickinson PressNews: Highway Safety: Watford City to Alexander
This particular stretch of road has more than it’s share of accidents recently, and the McKenzie County emergency manager has had enough, she’s asking the DOT for a safety review in hopes that changes save lives. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Bismarck TribuneNews: Country of Origin Labeling Could Result in Tariffs on U.S. Exports
When it all boils down, it’s about you knowing where your food comes from. But, the political fight required to give that information is a significant one, and the impact on food producers shouldn’t be ignored. Get informed from the Bismarck Tribune. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Bismarck TribuneNews: Watch Out: Signs of Financial Abuse
Forgery, scams, and financial abuse are on the rise, and it’s often the elderly who fall victim. Check out this short segment from KMOT News to learn what to watch for. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: KMOT NewsNews: Downtown Infrastructure Bids Come in High
Initial bids for the large-scale project that will replace water, sewer, and other essential infrastructure came in higher than expected. The City is currently evaluating those bids and will decide whether to accept one or rebid shortly. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: KMOT NewsNews: Dodge Ball for a Cause
Students and teachers at Erik Ramstad were playing dodge ball Saturday morning… for fun, and to raise some money for North Dakota Veterans. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: KX NewsNews: Did We Just Get a Clue into the Mystery of the Missing Dark Matter?
In theoretical physics, the border between science and science fiction is often hard to see… which makes it a lot like dark matter, but scientists in Europe think they’ve got a lead on stuff that theoretically makes up 84% of the universe. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Los Angeles TimesNews: Another National Media Portrait of Life in North Dakota
The article is less judgmental than the recent New York Times articles and raises questions that deal more with how we’re handling the boom on a forward-looking cultural level. Included are vignettes on Watford City, Bismarck, and Fargo that outline ideas and issues for each. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: VoxCurio: Tips for Improving Your Information Diet
The timing of this article is very apropos. After all, better information is what the Minot Voice is all about. [...]
Read & Share sourced from: Life Hacker