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		<title>Reactor Finder: Maps Nuclear Reactor Locations Worldwide</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/reactor-finder-nuclear-reactor-locations-worldwide/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2011 01:01:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Maps / Directories]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Mashups]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[environment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[interesting]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The recent earthquakes in Japan caused a lot of damage to the country’s nuclear power stations. With this event the world’s attention was refocused on nuclear power and its potential danger. If you are curious about nuclear reactors in the world and their locations, check out Reactor Finder by VOANews. Reactor Finder is a web [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The recent earthquakes in Japan caused a lot of damage to the country’s nuclear power stations. With this event the world’s attention was refocused on nuclear power and its potential danger. If you are curious about nuclear reactors in the world and their locations, check out Reactor Finder by VOANews.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/reactor-finder.png?570cd5" alt="nuclear reactor locations worldwide" /></p>
<p>Reactor Finder is a web tool created by Voice of America News. The app lets you discover which parts of the world contain nuclear reactors. The number of nuclear reactors in a region is displayed in colored circles. You can zoom into the map and find out the details of the reactor locations.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/reactor-finder1.png?570cd5" alt="nuclear-reactors" /></p>
<p>In addition to displaying reactors on a map, the site graphically displays the construction and shutdown stats of reactors worldwide.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/reactor-finder2.png?570cd5" alt="" /></p>
<p>You can also view the reactors names in a traditional list format, view research reactors, and filter reactors by country.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/reactor-finder3.png?570cd5" alt="" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user-friendly web service.</li>
<li>An informative tool about nuclear reactors worldwide.</li>
<li>Provides reactor details such as reactor type, reactor status, owner, and operator.</li>
<li>Lets you view reactors via country.</li>
<li>Graphically displays global reactor opening and shut down stats.</li>
<li>Similar tools: <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/nukeometer-awareness-tools/">NucleoMeter</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/ground-zeroii-nuclear-strike-map/">Ground Zero II</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/nukeometer-awareness-tools/">NukeoMeter</a> and <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/impactcalculator-calculate-impact-meteor-hits-earth/">Impact Calculator</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out VOANews Reactor Finder @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://tools.voanews2.com/nuclear_reactors/">tools.voanews2.com/nuclear_reactors</a> (by MOin from <a class="vt-p" href="http://thumbpress.com">ThumbPress</a>)</p>
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		<title>IngredientPairings: Suggests Pairing Ingredients For Cooking</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/ingredient-pairing-ingredients/</link>
		<comments>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/ingredient-pairing-ingredients/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:01:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Umar</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Food]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cooking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[food]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Numerous cooking websites let you search for recipes according to ingredients. But in case you want to find out how well a particular ingredient tastes with others, you need to pay a visit to Ingredient Pairings. Ingredient Pairings is a free to use website that cooking enthusiasts will enjoy. The site lets you quickly find [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Numerous cooking websites let you search for recipes according to ingredients. But in case you want to find out how well a particular ingredient tastes with others, you need to pay a visit to Ingredient Pairings.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/ingredient.jpg?570cd5" alt="pairing ingredients" /></p>
<p>Ingredient Pairings is a free to use website that cooking enthusiasts will enjoy. The site lets you quickly find out how well certain ingredients go with others. All you have to do is type in the name of any cooking ingredient and a list of compatible ingredients will then be instantly displayed. Ingredients in upper case will be the best combinations, followed by ingredients written in bold, normal, and italics. Through a link provided on the site, you can find recipes for your typed ingredient using the cooking search engine <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.recipepuppy.com/">RecipePuppy</a>.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user-friendly website.</li>
<li>Shows how well ingredients pair with others.</li>
<li>Combinations are displayed according to quality of taste.</li>
<li>Recipes for ingredients are displayed using RecipePuppy.</li>
<li>Similar tools: <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/food-pair-search-for-recipes-based-on-ingredients/">FoodPair</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/recipepuppy-search-recipes-by-ingredients-on-hand/">RecipePuppy</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/myfridgefood-find-recipes-with-ingredients-you-have/">MyFridgeFood</a>, <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/cookstr-free-online-recipes/">Cookstr</a>, and <a href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/mantestedrecipes-cooking-tips-for-men/">ManTestedRecipes</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Ingredient Pairings @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.ingredientpairings.com/">www.ingredientpairings.com</a> (By Umar from <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.techcityinc.com">TechCityInc</a>)</p>
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		<title>MyLifeListed: Create Lists Of Life Experiences</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/mylifelisted-lists-of-life-experiences/</link>
		<comments>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/mylifelisted-lists-of-life-experiences/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:01:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Israel Nicolas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Other]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lifestyle]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[list]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Much has been said about how we can organize our life now with the tools we have online. However, not much has been discussed about actually doing it. But with MyLifeListed, you can start listing all your life experiences in one place. This tool lets you create a variety of lists that will help you remember the best [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Much has been said about how we can organize our life now with the tools we  have online. However, not much has been discussed about actually doing it. But  with MyLifeListed, you can start listing all your life experiences in one place.  This tool lets you create a variety of lists that will help you remember the  best moments of your life.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/10114.png?570cd5" alt="lists of life experiences" /></p>
<p>Once you are signed up and logged in, you can enter several items including  the books you have read, movies you have watched, places you have traveled to, cars you own and much  more. You can create lists based on what you value the most, helping you record  your special experiences. You can also add photos, ratings, comments, maps and  more to your lists.</p>
<p>The app also counts items in your lists and aggregates them to create a  dashboard where you can find out how many times you travelled, how many books you  read, etc. Share the lists with friends or see other peoples lists.  You can also  search for your Smart Lists, a tool that creates special lists from a specific  criteria, bringing in a different perspective to your lists.</p>
<p>This tool is especially useful for anyone who want to record details of their life without using a diary or a blog.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>List your life experiences online.</li>
<li>Create items of things you did and sort them.</li>
<li>Look back on moments you enjoyed the most.</li>
<li>Add photos, ratings, comments, location and more.</li>
<li>Share list to friends.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out MyLifeListed @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://mylifelisted.com/">www.mylifelisted.com</a></p>
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		<title>Mmohut: Directory Of Free Downloadable MMORPG &amp; MMO Games</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/mmohut-downloadable-mmorpg-games/</link>
		<comments>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/mmohut-downloadable-mmorpg-games/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 01:01:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>azim</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gaming]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[If you are into MMORPG/MMO games like World of Warcraft, Age of Armor, etc, but don&#8217;t like paying the monthly fees, check out mmohut. It is an extensive directory of free alternative downloadable MMORPG/MMO games with over 280 titles listed on the site.  You can browse games by genres (sci-fi, fantasy, racing etc.) read detailed game [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are into MMORPG/MMO games like World of Warcraft, Age of Armor, etc, but don&#8217;t like paying the monthly fees, check out mmohut. It is an extensive directory of free alternative downloadable MMORPG/MMO games with over 280 titles listed on the site.  You can browse games by genres (sci-fi, fantasy, racing etc.) read detailed game reviews, view screenshots and watch trailers.</p>
<p>All the games are free for download, you just have to get an account first. With an account you can connect with a community of fellow gamers, share game experiences, vote on titles and contribute your own game reviews.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/111.jpg?570cd5" alt="free downloadable mmorpg games" /></p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/21.png?570cd5" alt="downloadable mmorpg games" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Directory of free downloadable MMORPG and MMO games.</li>
<li>Over 280 free game titles. Click on &#8220;Game List&#8221; to view the whole list.</li>
<li>Browse games by different genres (Sci-Fi,Fantasy, Sports etc), read detailed game reviews, view game screenshots and watch trailers.</li>
<li>Free trials for popular paid games (WOW, Final Fantasy etc). List updated regularly.</li>
<li>Get free account to download games, vote on games, contribute reviews and connect with site&#8217;s community.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out MMOhut @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.mmohut.com">www.mmohut.com</a></p>
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		<title>Foodily: Find &amp; learn to cook recipes that your friends will like</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/foodily-learn-to-cook-recipes-for-friends/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2011 23:01:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Food]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cooking]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[food]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[recipes]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[You will find countless cooking websites that help you learn how to cook delicious meals. But dishes you learned to cook for a party will not necessarily be what your friends like. To find and learn recipes that you as well as your friends will like, pay a visit to Foodily. Foodily is a brilliant [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You will find countless cooking websites that help you learn how to cook delicious meals. But dishes you learned to cook for a party will not necessarily be what your friends like. To find and learn recipes that you as well as your friends will like, pay a visit to Foodily.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/foodily.png?570cd5" alt="learn to cook recipes" /></p>
<p>Foodily is a brilliant cooking website with social network integration. By connecting your Facebook account with Foodily you can see which recipes your friends have been liking. You can search for things you like yourself and then choose something from the results.</p>
<p>Amazing pictures of each dish along with detailed preparation descriptions help you to learn the dish in no time. In the ingredients list of each dish you can pick an ingredient and choose to view other dishes including or excluding that particular ingredient. This will be particularly helpful in case you are allergic to certain ingredients and need recipes without that ingredient.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/foodily1.png?570cd5" alt="recipes for friends" /></p>
<p>After you find recipes that you like you can create a menu and share it on Facebook for any upcoming event or party you are about to host.</p>
<p>With easy Facebook integration and brilliant recipe searching interface, Foodily will serve as an excellent recipes website.</p>
<p>Intro video:</p>
<p><iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/17823174" width="580" height="355" frameborder="0"></iframe></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user friendly website.</li>
<li>Lets you find great cooking recipes.</li>
<li>Helps find out the recipes that your Facebook friends like.</li>
<li>Helps filter foods according to their ingredients.</li>
<li>Lets you create a menu of recipes to share on Facebook.</li>
<li>Similar tools: <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/mantestedrecipes-cooking-tips-for-men/" target="_top">ManTestedRecipes</a>, <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/plummelo-shift-recipedriven-cooking-delicious-healthy-meals/" target="_top">Plummelo</a>, <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/whatthefuckshouldimakefordinner-simple-cooking-recipes/" target="_top">WhatTheF***ShouldIMakeForDinner</a> and <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/cooklet-store-recipes-online/" target="_top">Cooklet</a>.</li>
<li>Also read related article: <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/7-helpful-online-resources-beginner-cook/" target="_top">7 Good Online Cooking Guides For The Beginner Cook</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Foodily @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.foodily.com/">www.foodily.com</a> (by MOin from <a class="vt-p" href="http://thumbpress.com">ThumbPress</a>)</p>
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		<title>StartupList: Identify Bloatware Applications</title>
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		<comments>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/startuplist-identify-bloatware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jan 2011 01:01:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Israel Nicolas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[desktop]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[malware]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[windows apps]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Does your Windows computer take a very long time to boot? Sometimes, this is caused by bloatware applications that you do not really want running on your system. You can solve this problem by just identifying and  disabling these unwanted programs from your startup list. However the challenging part is knowing which items to disable as [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does your Windows computer take a very long time to boot? Sometimes, this is caused by bloatware applications that you do not really want running on your system. You can solve this problem by just identifying and  disabling these unwanted programs from your startup list. However the challenging part is knowing which items to disable as you can unintentionally choose an important system file that your computer needs to run.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/image_thumb37.png?570cd5" alt="identify bloatware" /></p>
<p>The Startup Application List from <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.sysinfo.org">sysinfo.org</a> provides a comprehensive and accurate list of startup items, which can help you identify what these programs do. This way you can be sure if they are safe to disable.</p>
<p>The Startup Application List has over 22,000 entries and is still continuously updated. You can use the search function to easily find an entry. Aside from the command or data name, the site also shows the name of the item or how it is displayed in MSConfig, Windows Defender, or in the registry &#8220;Run&#8221; keys.</p>
<p>This web resource is very useful when troubleshooting your computer but you still need to be extra careful in the changes that you make. Make sure that you know what you are doing when removing these programs from your computer.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Helps you identify bloatware applications.</li>
<li>Provides a comprehensive list of startup items and their descriptions.</li>
<li>Search from over 22,000 entries that are constantly updated.</li>
<li>Classifies each entry for easier identification.</li>
<li>Free, no signup is required.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out StartupList @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.sysinfo.org/startuplist.php">www.sysinfo.org/startuplist.php</a></p>
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		<title>Spacelog: Read actual NASA transcripts for historic space missions</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2010 19:01:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[astronomy]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[For space enthusiasts in particular, it would be a great treat to read the actual conversations that took place between the crew during historic space missions. Now thanks to Spacelog, these conversations are now accessible to all. Spacelog is a brilliant website that lets you read the conversations that took place between the astronauts and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For space enthusiasts in particular, it would be a great treat to read the actual conversations that took place between the crew during historic space missions. Now thanks to Spacelog, these conversations are now accessible to all.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/spacelog.png?570cd5" alt="nasa transcripts" /></p>
<p>Spacelog is a brilliant website that lets you read the conversations that took place between the astronauts and control crew during historic space missions. Missions are accompanied by a brief description of their significance. Mission conversations are broken down into different stages of the mission. For example &#8220;Launch&#8221; and &#8220;Earth Orbit&#8221;.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/spacelog1.png?570cd5" alt="nasa transcripts" /></p>
<p>Clicking on a launch phase opens up the conversation that took place. Each dialogue is accompanied by its timestamp and the speaker&#8217;s photo thumbnail.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/spacelog2.png?570cd5" alt="nasa transcripts" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user friendly website.</li>
<li>Lets you read actual conversations that took place on space missions.</li>
<li>Conversations are broken down according to phase of the mission.</li>
<li>Site plans to include conversations of more space missions.</li>
<li>Read related articles:
<ul>
	<a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/top-7-sites-view-download-space-images/" target="_top">Top 7 Sites to View and Download Space Images</a><br />
	<a class="vt-p" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/inspire-child-astronaut-nasa-fun-tools-for-kids/" target="_top">Online Resources From NASA For Kids</a>. </ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Spacelog @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://spacelog.org/">www.spacelog.org</a> (by MOin from <a class="vt-p" href="http://thumbpress.com">ThumbPress</a>)</p>
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		<title>VideoSchool: Online Learning Resource For Beginner Filmmakers</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Dec 2010 23:01:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Umar</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[web Video]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you have a video camera, a knack for filmmaking, and an interest in improving your video skills then the Internet is perhaps your best friend. There are countless online resources that guide beginner filmmakers in developing and improving their techniques. Out of these, perhaps the best one is Vimeo Video School. Vimeo, as everybody [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have a video camera, a knack for filmmaking, and an interest in improving your video skills then the Internet is perhaps your best friend. There are countless online resources that guide beginner filmmakers in developing and improving their techniques. Out of these, perhaps the best one is Vimeo Video School.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/vemeo.jpg?570cd5" alt="beginner filmmakers" /></p>
<p>Vimeo, as everybody knows, is a popular video sharing website. The site is full of videos that showcase the creative talent of numerous filmmakers. The site also has its very own learning portal for amateur filmamkers: Vimeo Video School. The school contains online tutorials on various aspects of filmmaking. The tutorials are quite detailed and their textual form is always accompanied by a demonstration or explanatory video.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Dslr.jpg?570cd5" alt="filmmaker school" /></p>
<p>The tutorials cover a wide range of filmmaking topics from camera details and filming gear to lighting and editing your movies. You can easily jump from one category to another by using the links published in the right pane of the site. This way you can quickly jump to filmmaking skills you need to improve right away.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/category.jpg?570cd5" alt="school filmmakers" /></p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>A user friendly website.</li>
<li>A great amateur filmmaker school online.</li>
<li>Contains instructional videos and explanatory textual tutorials on filmmaking.</li>
<li>Tutorials are organized to start from the basics and progress to advanced topics.</li>
<li>Tutorials can be viewed categorically.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out Vimeo Video School @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://vimeo.com/videoschool">www.vimeo.com/videoschool</a> (By Umar from <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.techcityinc.com">TechCityInc</a>)</p>
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		<title>ThisDay: View Historical Events That Happened On Today&#8217;s Date</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/thisday-view-historical-events-that-happened-on-todays-date/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Dec 2010 19:01:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Israel Nicolas</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fun / Entertainment]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[history]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Do you want to know what happened on this very day years ago? Nikon&#8217;s &#8220;This Day&#8221; is a flash-based web app that takes you on a quick journey of important historical events with stunning photography. In addition to that, you may also browse the previous five dates so that you can learn about other events [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you want to know what happened on this very day years ago? Nikon&#8217;s &#8220;This Day&#8221; is a flash-based web app that takes you on a quick journey of important historical events with stunning photography. In addition to that, you may also browse the previous five dates so that you can learn about other events that transpired.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/image_thumb24.png?570cd5" alt="historical events that happened on today's date" /></p>
<p>In order to access This Day, you need to have the latest version of Flash Player. JavaScript must also be enabled for it to work. Additionally, your computer must have a resolution of 1024 x 768 or higher so that it can be displayed. In addition to the web content, you can also install a screensaver and a desktop gadget of this web application. Both are internet-based so that it can download content to display.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/image_thumb25.png?570cd5" alt="historical events that happened on today's date" /></p>
<p>This Day is a stunning web tool that lets you feel like you are traveling back in time.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Flash-based with great sound animation.</li>
<li>Learn about a particular historical event occurred on this day.</li>
<li>View other historical milestones for the past 5 days.</li>
<li>Download and install a screensaver or a desktop gadget version.</li>
<li>Similar tools: <a title="What Happened In My Birth Year" rel="bookmark" href="http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/what-happened-in-my-birth-year/">What Happened In My Birth Year</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out This Day @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.nikon.com/about/feelnikon/thisday/main.htm">www.nikon.com/about/feelnikon/thisday/main.htm</a></p>
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		<title>National Stolen Art File: FBIâ€™s Database Of Stolen Art</title>
		<link>http://www.makeuseof.com/dir/national-stolen-art-file-database-of-stolen-art/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Dec 2010 17:01:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>MOin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Art]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Reference]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The FBI recently revamped its website. Now on the site there is a dedicated online index for all art-related thefts and robberies. This index is called NSAF: National Stolen Art File. National Stolen Art File is the FBI&#8217;s public online index of all US thefts and robberies of art items such as books, carpets, guns, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The FBI recently revamped its website. Now on the site there is a dedicated online index for all art-related thefts and robberies. This index is called NSAF: National Stolen Art File.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/national-stolen-art.png?570cd5" alt="database of stolen art" /></p>
<p>National Stolen Art File is the FBI&#8217;s public online index of all US thefts and robberies of art items such as books, carpets, guns, antiques, etc. A simple search box located in the right pane of NSAF&#8217;s homepage lets you search for stolen items through their category, maker, title, period, and any other additional data &#8220;“ not all fields need to be filled out. Results are quickly displayed in the left pane.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/national-stolen-art1.png?570cd5" alt="stolen artwork database" /></p>
<p>You can click on a result&#8217;s title to find out its details.</p>
<p><img src="http://main.makeuseoflimited.netdna-cdn.com/dir/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/national-stolen-art2.png?570cd5" alt="" /></p>
<p>Particularly for antique dealers NSAF is a must-bookmark website. Before they buy an art piece, they can pay a visit to NSAF and quickly check whether or not the art item was stolen from somebody.</p>
<p>Features:</p>
<ul>
<li>Stolen artwork database by FBI .</li>
<li>Lets you search for US art thefts.</li>
<li>Covers a wide variety of art items.</li>
<li>Provides various details on each stolen item.</li>
</ul>
<p>Check out NSAF @ <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/investigate/vc_majorthefts/arttheft/national-stolen-art-file">www.fbi.gov/about-us/investigate/vc_majorthefts/arttheft/national-stolen-art-file</a> (via <a class="vt-p" href="http://www.researchbuzz.org/r/?p=2457">ResearchBuzz</a>) (by MOin from <a class="vt-p" href="http://thumbpress.com">ThumbPress</a>)</p>
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