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-"IN GOD WE TRUST" OK _ A federal appeals court in San Francisco upheld the use of the words "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance and "In God We Trust" on U.S. currency, rejecting arguments on Thursday that the phrases violate the separation of church and state. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel rejected two legal challenges by Sacramento atheist Michael Newdow, who claimed the references to God disrespect his religious beliefs. Writing for the majority, Judge Carlos Bea wrote in the ruling: "The Pledge of Allegiance serves to unite our vast nation through the proud recitation of some of the ideals upon which our Republic was founded." The same court ruled in Newdow's favor in 2002 after he sued his daughter's school district for forcing students to recite the pledge.

-The animal rights group PETA is offering to help the cash-strapped city of Colorado Springs by paying to put trash cans back in parks -- on one condition. The cans have to carry an anti-meat slogan and a picture of a woman in a lettuce bikini. The city stopped picking up trash in parks to save money, and all the trash cans have been removed. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals told city officials this week they'd pay for new trash cans saying "Meat Trashes the Planet" and "Go Vegan." The cans also have PETA's logo and the lettuce-clad model. The mayor of Colorado Springs says he'll consider the offer if it PETA also pays to have the trash picked up and hauled to the dump.

-Source say Tiger Woods will be playing tournament golf again later this month.

-For the second time, Washington, D.C., will have a woman working as the head coach of a varsity high school football team. The last try was 25 years ago. It lasted only one day, because the men at other schools said they didn't want to coach against a woman. Natalie Randolph will be named head coach today (Friday) at Coolidge. It's believed she will be the only woman holding the position. There were no female head football coaches last season among the nation's more than 15,000 prep teams. Randolph played football in a women's league and has been an assistant coach.

-Officials at a Florida airport said security workers want to replace two carpets at checkpoints they say have been ruined by passengers' smelly feet. Palm Beach County Airports Director Bruce Pelly said at an advisory board meeting Wednesday that security officials at Palm Beach International Airport "are complaining of odor" left behind on the floors from the smelly feet of those who remove their shoes for the two security checkpoints. A spokeswoman with the Transportation Security Administration, which operates the security checkpoints, said officials would support changing the carpets.

YOUR AMAZING BODY: THE SENSES
-Your smell is unique: Your body odor is unique to you — unless you have an identical twin. Even babies recognize the individual scents of their mothers.

-Humans use echolocation: Humans can use sound to sense objects in their area using echolocation. It is thought that those who are blind develop this ability to heightened effectiveness.

-Adrenaline gives you super strength: Yes, with the proper response in certain situations, you really can lift a car.

-Women smell better than men: Women are better than men at identifying smells.

-Your nose remembers 50,000 scents: It is possible for your nose to identify and remember more than 50,000 smells.

-Your hearing decreases when you overeat: When you eat too much food, it actually reduces your ability to hear. So consider eating healthy — and only until you are full.

-Your sense of time is in your head: How you experience time is all about your perception. Some speculate that stress can help you experience time dilation. Apparently, time manipulation isn’t just for superheroes.

STATMAN!
A Glamour magazine survey shows that a whopping 82% of young adults say they're more stressed now than five years ago.
* 51% of women say they're very stressed
* 31% of women eat to relieve stress
* 5 pounds is the average number of pounds a stress-eater gains a year
* 23% of stressed out women say it has affected their sex lives
* 44% of women say stress keeps them up at night
* 20% would take a pay cut for less stress

5 THINGS TO STOP CLEANING
1. Grill grate. Instead of scrubbing the grate after using it, leave the grill on high with the cover on for 15 minutes. Residue will cook away.

2. Shower curtain liner. Liners are so cheap that laundering them to remove mildew is a waste of time. Just replace your liner every six months.

3. Pillow. After washing and drying a pillow, it’ s never quite the same. Instead, throw it out and buy a new one every six months.

4. Making the bed. Microscopic dust mites -- a leading cause of allergies -- thrive on moisture in your mattress and bedcovers. Leaving the bed unmade allows moisture to escape. If you really can’t stand an unmade bed, then use a comforter instead of a top sheet and bedspread. Just shake out the comforter, and you’re done.

5. Waxing the car. Newer cars have tough finishes that don’t need wax for protection.

WE TAKE OUR INTERNET TO BED
A new Yahoo survey marking the company’s 15th birthday shows that a majority of Americans are taking their Internet to bed with them. The study reveals that only 19% of those surveyed ban the use of the Internet in bed. 41% check email as soon as they wake up. And a whopping 87% feel it's fine to go online before they’ve even had their first cup of coffee.

... Why do people feel compelled to jump on the web whenever and wherever they are? Perhaps it’s because we can. In the 15 years since Yahoo was founded, the Internet has become central to our personal lives. Today, 96% of those surveyed use the web at home compared to less than a third back in 1995.

... Today's Internet users have an average of 3 or more personal email accounts and more than 50 contacts. 86% use search engines to find out information that touches every aspect of their lives.

... 67% of those interviewed said they "couldn't live without email" and 50% said the same goes for instant messaging and social networking. 46% said the web is extremely important for online banking and investing.

... And the poll also found out that people would be willing to make some pretty big sacrifices if they had to choose between going online and other parts of their lives. More than a third told pollsters they would even give up sex! They were also willing to forgo their MP3 players (81%), video games (78%), alcohol (75%) and chocolate (70%).

SURPRISING EFFECTS OF THE CHILE EARTHQUAKE
Some less-discussed and rather odd consequences of the 8.8 magnitude temblor:

1. Our days on planet Earth will be shorter
The magnitude of the quake was so great it actually tilted the planetary axis — as a result, the world will spin infinitesimally faster and our days will be shorter by 1.26 millionths of a second. "It's interesting," says seismologist David Kerridge in the Wall Street Journal, even if "it has no particular consequence on anything."

2. Volcanoes may become rather common
Chile's earthquake is likely to prompt a "legacy of volcanic explosions," says Kate Ravilious in the New Scientist. Large quakes have historically acted to "resurrect previously inactive volcanoes" and make "active ones" more likely to erupt.

3. Chilean wine just got more rare
Reports from Chile's wine region paint a disastrous picture of "wine casks destroyed; huge vats cracked, their wine spilling out; ruined equipment." One vintner laments that the quake is "a double whammy" — it hit right at harvest time, meaning much of this season's crop will likely rot in the fields.

4. Printer paper may get pricier
Chile is one of the world's largest wood pulp producers and most mills in the country "have been shuttered owing to damage and power outages." Consequently, global paper prices could leap to $40 a ton — a roughly 5 percent bounce — according to analysts' estimates.

5. Virginians may sense a certain dryness
Water levels in a monitoring well in Christiansburg, Va., dropped two feet as a result of Saturday's quake, reports the Baltimore Sun. The only explanation: The site is "well known" for its sensitivity to "seismic waves."

THERE IS NO CONFLICT
(PicktheBrain) We all hate conflict, but sometimes it's impossible to avoid. So, how do you deal with it? Here are seven helpful ways:

-Stay calm -- It's not always easy to stay calm when you're having a disagreement with someone, but if you can remain calm. . . the other person should calm down a lot faster.

-Let them do the talking -- Just chill out and let them spill out whatever it is they have to say. They'll get tired of talking eventually. Sometimes all they're looking for is someone to listen to them.

-Consider what they're saying -- Even if what they're saying is completely ridiculous, put yourself in their shoes. Never say, "You're wrong".

-Let them know you hear them -- Tell them that you understand what they're saying to you. It's possible that all they want is to be validated.

-Don't let them verbally abuse you -- If the conversation comes to this... put an immediate STOP to it. Tell them they're getting into a shady area... and you'll talk to them when they calm down.

-Take responsibility if you're wrong -- If you know you're wrong... let them know that you made some mistakes... and you'll do whatever it takes to fix it.

-Visualize them in a good setting -- This might seem a little weird, but if you deal with them on a daily basis... start visualizing them in a nicer setting... like playing at the park with their kids. It'll be easier to handle them.

COWBOY ETHICS IN WYOMING
The principles of "cowboy ethics" are now part of Wyoming law. Wyoming's governor (Dave Freudenthal) signed legislation last week adopting an official Wyoming state code. The symbolic measure spells out 10 ethics derived from a "Code of the West" outlined in a book by author and retired Wall Street investor James Owen. The ethics code carries no criminal penalties and is not meant to replace any civil codes.

They are:

   1. Live courageously
   2. Take pride in your work
   3. Finish what you start
   4. Do what's necessary
   5. Be tough but fair
   6. Keep promises
   7. Ride for the brand
   8. Talk less and say more
   9. Remember that some things aren't for sale
10. Know where to draw the line

LARGEST TWISTER BOARD _ Between 350 and 400 students from the University College Dublin took part in a game of Twister, which was played on a mat covering a ground area of 4,700 square feet -- setting the new world record for the Largest Twister Board.

USING A CELLPHONE WITHOUT SPEAKING _ One of the problems with cellphones is that they force personal conversations out into the world. Arguing with your spouse? Speaking your PIN and Social Security number to a customer service rep? Having an intimate chat on a cross-country bus trip? Cellphones make all those private details available to anyone who's listening. But a German institute (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) has invented a soundless phone that lets you hold a conversation in complete silence. The system works using sensors that attach to the face. The sensors measure the movement of facial muscles related to speech, and converts the movements into sound on the other end of the line. Potentially, by recalibrating the sensors to correct for injuries or defects, this technology could allow the speech-impaired to speak again.

TODAY IS MOTHER IN LAW DAY
Here are just a few tips from experts on how to deal with your in-laws:

Treat your spouse well. Nothing pleases parents more than knowing that their son or daughter is being well-loved and pampered.
Present a united front. Never squabble with your spouse in front of his or her parents. If you think hot issues may come up, discuss how you will deal with them ahead of time. If they erupt, stifle yourselves until you can duke it out in private.
Recognize the fact if you were raised in a different family structure. Realize that a proper New Englander may have difficulty being comfortable in an outgoing Hispanic family. Remember, his or her mom believes her baby is perfect.
Ask mom-in-law to teach you how to cook a certain meal that he comments on while visiting her house -- even if it's stewed possum. And if her cooking is terrible, forget about honesty being the best policy.
Pray for your mother-in-law. Do this for two weeks until you are feeling better about her. And remember, you're married to her child, not her.
Frequently ask their advice, even if you don't plan to take it. They'll be glad to feel they still have influence on their child's life -- even if they don't.
Discover what their likes and hobbies are. Even if it's hunting and you're an animal rights activist, show interest and don't start an argument.
Don't clog the toilet. If you stop up their toilet by accident, clean it yourself. Overflowing sewage doesn't impress anyone and they'll be pleased with your effort.

TIGERTEXT _ Tiger Woods, if you're hearing this, remember that you've been through what mothers call a "valuable learning experience" and you're probably a "better man for it" and so on. Having said that, an iPhone app that launched on February 25 could totally have saved your hide. Called, coincidentally enough, TigerText, it allows users to set a time limit for a sent text to hang around after it has been read. When that life span has been exceeded, the message will disappear, say the developers, from the recipient's phone, the sender's phone and any servers. The message cannot be forwarded anywhere, stored anywhere or sold to any tabloid for an undisclosed sum.

RAT OUT A TAX CHEAT: GET A REWARD _ If you knew coworkers, former bosses or exes who cheated on their taxes, would you turn them in? The Internal Revenue Service can make it worth your while. As tax season nears, we all want to get as much money back from the IRS as possible. And while taking advantage of this year's new tax breaks will put some extra money in your pocket, snitching on a tax cheat could make you rich. In a recent poll from the IRS Oversight Board, 13% of those surveyed think cheating is acceptable, up from 9% in 2008. As the recession puts the squeeze on household finances, the lure of fudging on a tax return is even greater.

"In a down economy, the temptation to cheat on taxes is much stronger because people are in more desperate situations more often," said Bill Raabe, a tax expert at Ohio State University's business school.
More people may be just as desperate to turn in a business, rat out an ex–spouse or report a colleague to collect a reward.

Small–time crooks: The IRS's informant program has been around for more than 140 years. If you suspect a person is committing tax fraud and report it, you could receive up to 15% of the amount that has been underpaid, with a maximum award of $10 million.

Informants are required to complete a claim, which is available on the IRS Web site, and mail it to the agency or call the IRS tip line at 1–800–829–0433. While you must reveal your identity to the IRS, your name will not be made public. Because there is no minimum requirement for the amount in question, anyone can file a report in hopes of making an extra buck off of a cheating boyfriend or obnoxious neighbor.
>>>Here's the full story with all the details...

WHAT TO BUY IN MARCH
Lifehacker.com says these are the things we should be buying in March.

-Winter coats & sporting goods: The season to sell people warm coats, gloves, scarves, and other gear is right near the end, and to make room for the spring stock, stores are selling it all off at a discount. The same goes for snowboards, ski gear, and other winter activity accessories.

-Luggage: It's an odd season, halfway between the periods when most cold-weather residents do most of their warm-weather traveling. Luggage makers are getting ready to roll out new wares, and stores are looking to drop the stock they've got.

-Frozen food: Yeah, it's one of those goofy "months" that seem like they don't need a month. But during National Frozen Food Month, your own nearby grocers might be offering discounts and coupons on stuff that can hold for a long time.

-Boats: According to MSN Money/Bankrate.com, March is the tail end of the winter boat show season, so there's a good chance you'll catch a dealer looking to both make a splash with a reasonable price, and see both last year's and this year's models.

... What to buy throughout winter (January, February, March)

-Gas grills & air conditioners: They're a bit cheaper now because it's obviously an off-season time to buy them. The selection might be a bit limited, but, really, there won't be major, life-changing events in the fields of freon-based cooling or flame-based cooking between now and late May.

-Homes: It's actually a mixed bag for those looking to buy a home right now. If you and the seller can sign a "binding sales contract" before April 30, the $8,000 federal housing tax credit can land in your lap. And those looking to sell their homes in winter can be both those with serious intent to move (read: "motivated sellers") and, under the right circumstances, negotiated with for a lower, off-peak price. Then again, the selection and appearance of homes this time of year isn't usually ideal, so you'll have to be willing to dig around and look past the superficial to find a true bargain.

PARENTAL WARNING: TROUBLE ON THE INTERNET
Parents: On Thursday morning's Showgram, Rooney and Moon talked about this website. It is making the rounds and buzzing big time with tweens and teens and you need to know about it. It's not safe for your children. The site is chatroulette.com. It's free, it's easy, and it's gaining in popularity. Here is the story from Good Morning America:

If you would like to block this site in your home, here is an article we found online about blacklisting sites in your router. Good luck.

USELESS TRIVIA
TRIVIA: This Washington D.C. museum welcomed it's 30 millionth visitor this week. (Holocaust Museum)

TRIVIA: An "official" one of these weighs 50 ounces. What? (A baseball)






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			ROONEY AND MOON'S HOT TOPICS: -"IN GOD WE TRUST" OK _ A federal appeals court in San Francisco upheld the use of the words "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance and "In God We Trust" on U.S. currency, rejecting arguments on Thursday that the phrases violate the separation of church and state. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel rejected two legal challenges by Sacramento atheist Michael Newdow, who claimed the references to God disrespect his religious beliefs. Writing for the majority, Judge Carlos Bea wrote in the ruling: "The Pledge of Allegiance serves to unite our vast nation through the proud recitation of some of the ideals upon which our Republic was founded." The same court ruled in Newdow's favor in 2002 after he sued his daughter's school district for forcing students to recite the pledge. -The animal rights group PETA is offering to help the cash-strapped city of Colorado Springs by paying to put trash cans back in parks -- on one condition. The cans have to carry an anti-meat slogan and a picture of a woman in a lettuce bikini. The city stopped picking up trash in parks to save money, and all the trash cans have been removed. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals told city officials this week they'd pay for new trash cans saying "Meat Trashes the Planet" and "Go Vegan." The cans also have PETA's logo and the lettuce-clad model. The mayor of Colorado Springs says he'll consider the offer if it PETA also pays to have the trash picked up and hauled to the dump. -Source say Tiger Woods will be playing tournament golf again later this month. -For the second time, Washington, D.C., will have a woman working as the head coach of a varsity high school football team. The last try was 25 years ago. It lasted only one day, because the men at other schools said they didn't want to coach against a woman. Natalie Randolph will be named head coach today (Friday) at Coolidge. It's believed she will be the only woman holding the position. There were no female head football coaches last season among the nation's more than 15,000 prep teams. Randolph played football in a women's league and has been an assistant coach. -The animal rights group PETA is offering to help the cash-strapped city of Colorado Springs by paying to put trash cans back in parks -- on one condition. The cans have to carry an anti-meat slogan and a picture of a woman in a lettuce bikini. The city stopped picking up trash in parks to save money, and all the trash cans have been removed. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals told city officials this week they'd pay for new trash cans saying "Meat Trashes the Planet" and "Go Vegan." The cans also have PETA's logo and the lettuce-clad model. The mayor of Colorado Springs says he'll consider the offer if it PETA also pays to have the trash picked up and hauled to the dump. -Officials at a Florida airport said security workers want to replace two carpets at checkpoints they say have been ruined by passengers' smelly feet. Palm Beach County Airports Director Bruce Pelly said at an advisory board meeting Wednesday that security officials at Palm Beach International Airport "are complaining of odor" left behind on the floors from the smelly feet of those who remove their shoes for the two security checkpoints. A spokeswoman with the Transportation Security Administration, which operates the security checkpoints, said officials would support changing the carpets. YOUR AMAZING BODY: THE SENSES -Your smell is unique: Your body odor is unique to you — unless you have an identical twin. Even babies recognize the individual scents of their mothers. -Humans use echolocation: Humans can use sound to sense objects in their area using echolocation. It is thought that those who are blind develop this ability to heightened effectiveness. -Adrenaline gives you super strength: Yes, with the proper response in certain situations, you really can lift a car. -Women smell better than men: Women are better than men at identifying smells. -Your nose remembers 50,000 scents: It is possible for your nose to identify and remember more than 50,000 smells. -Your hearing decreases when you overeat: When you eat too much food, it actually reduces your ability to hear. So consider eating healthy — and only until you are full. -Your sense of time is in your head: How you experience time is all about your perception. Some speculate that stress can help you experience time dilation. Apparently, time manipulation isn’t just for superheroes. STATMAN! A Glamour magazine survey shows that a whopping 82% of young adults say they're more stressed now than five years ago. * 51% of women say they're very stressed * 31% of women eat to relieve stress * 5 pounds is the average number of pounds a stress-eater gains a year * 23% of stressed out women say it has affected their sex lives * 44% of women say stress keeps them up at night * 20% would take a pay cut for less stress 5 THINGS TO STOP CLEANING 1. Grill grate. Instead of scrubbing the grate after using it, leave the grill on high with the cover on for 15 minutes. Residue will cook away. 2. Shower curtain liner. Liners are so cheap that laundering them to remove mildew is a waste of time. Just replace your liner every six months. 3. Pillow. After washing and drying a pillow, it’ s never quite the same. Instead, throw it out and buy a new one every six months. 4. Making the bed. Microscopic dust mites -- a leading cause of allergies -- thrive on moisture in your mattress and bedcovers. Leaving the bed unmade allows moisture to escape. If you really can’t stand an unmade bed, then use a comforter instead of a top sheet and bedspread. Just shake out the comforter, and you’re done. 5. Waxing the car. Newer cars have tough finishes that don’t need wax for protection. WE TAKE OUR INTERNET TO BED A new Yahoo survey marking the company’s 15th birthday shows that a majority of Americans are taking their Internet to bed with them. The study reveals that only 19% of those surveyed ban the use of the Internet in bed. 41% check email as soon as they wake up. And a whopping 87% feel it's fine to go online before they’ve even had their first cup of coffee. ... Why do people feel compelled to jump on the web whenever and wherever they are? Perhaps it’s because we can. In the 15 years since Yahoo was founded, the Internet has become central to our personal lives. Today, 96% of those surveyed use the web at home compared to less than a third back in 1995. ... Today's Internet users have an average of 3 or more personal email accounts and more than 50 contacts. 86% use search engines to find out information that touches every aspect of their lives. ... 67% of those interviewed said they "couldn't live without email" and 50% said the same goes for instant messaging and social networking. 46% said the web is extremely important for online banking and investing. ... And the poll also found out that people would be willing to make some pretty big sacrifices if they had to choose between going online and other parts of their lives. More than a third told pollsters they would even give up sex! They were also willing to forgo their MP3 players (81%), video games (78%), alcohol (75%) and chocolate (70%). SURPRISING EFFECTS OF THE CHILE EARTHQUAKE Some less-discussed and rather odd consequences of the 8.8 magnitude temblor: 1. Our days on planet Earth will be shorter The magnitude of the quake was so great it actually tilted the planetary axis — as a result, the world will spin infinitesimally faster and our days will be shorter by 1.26 millionths of a second. "It's interesting," says seismologist David Kerridge in the Wall Street Journal, even if "it has no particular consequence on anything." 2. Volcanoes may become rather common Chile's earthquake is likely to prompt a "legacy of volcanic explosions," says Kate Ravilious in the New Scientist. Large quakes have historically acted to "resurrect previously inactive volcanoes" and make "active ones" more likely to erupt. 3. Chilean wine just got more rare Reports from Chile's wine region paint a disastrous picture of "wine casks destroyed; huge vats cracked, their wine spilling out; ruined equipment." One vintner laments that the quake is "a double whammy" — it hit right at harvest time, meaning much of this season's crop will likely rot in the fields. 4. Printer paper may get pricier Chile is one of the world's largest wood pulp producers and most mills in the country "have been shuttered owing to damage and power outages." Consequently, global paper prices could leap to $40 a ton — a roughly 5 percent bounce — according to analysts' estimates. 5. Virginians may sense a certain dryness Water levels in a monitoring well in Christiansburg, Va., dropped two feet as a result of Saturday's quake, reports the Baltimore Sun. The only explanation: The site is "well known" for its sensitivity to "seismic waves." THERE IS NO CONFLICT (PicktheBrain) We all hate conflict, but sometimes it's impossible to avoid. So, how do you deal with it? Here are seven helpful ways: -Stay calm -- It's not always easy to stay calm when you're having a disagreement with someone, but if you can remain calm. . . the other person should calm down a lot faster. -Let them do the talking -- Just chill out and let them spill out whatever it is they have to say. They'll get tired of talking eventually. Sometimes all they're looking for is someone to listen to them. -Consider what they're saying -- Even if what they're saying is completely ridiculous, put yourself in their shoes. Never say, "You're wrong". -Let them know you hear them -- Tell them that you understand what they're saying to you. It's possible that all they want is to be validated. -Don't let them verbally abuse you -- If the conversation comes to this... put an immediate STOP to it. Tell them they're getting into a shady area... and you'll talk to them when they calm down. -Take responsibility if you're wrong -- If you know you're wrong... let them know that you made some mistakes... and you'll do whatever it takes to fix it. -Visualize them in a good setting -- This might seem a little weird, but if you deal with them on a daily basis... start visualizing them in a nicer setting... like playing at the park with their kids. It'll be easier to handle them. COWBOY ETHICS IN WYOMING The principles of "cowboy ethics" are now part of Wyoming law. Wyoming's governor (Dave Freudenthal) signed legislation last week adopting an official Wyoming state code. The symbolic measure spells out 10 ethics derived from a "Code of the West" outlined in a book by author and retired Wall Street investor James Owen. The ethics code carries no criminal penalties and is not meant to replace any civil codes. They are: 1. Live courageously 2. Take pride in your work 3. Finish what you start 4. Do what's necessary 5. Be tough but fair 6. Keep promises 7. Ride for the brand 8. Talk less and say more 9. Remember that some things aren't for sale 10. Know where to draw the line LARGEST TWISTER BOARD _ Between 350 and 400 students from the University College Dublin took part in a game of Twister, which was played on a mat covering a ground area of 4,700 square feet -- setting the new world record for the Largest Twister Board. USING A CELLPHONE WITHOUT SPEAKING _ One of the problems with cellphones is that they force personal conversations out into the world. Arguing with your spouse? Speaking your PIN and Social Security number to a customer service rep? Having an intimate chat on a cross-country bus trip? Cellphones make all those private details available to anyone who's listening. But a German institute (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology) has invented a soundless phone that lets you hold a conversation in complete silence. The system works using sensors that attach to the face. The sensors measure the movement of facial muscles related to speech, and converts the movements into sound on the other end of the line. Potentially, by recalibrating the sensors to correct for injuries or defects, this technology could allow the speech-impaired to speak again. TODAY IS MOTHER IN LAW DAY Here are just a few tips from experts on how to deal with your in-laws: Treat your spouse well. Nothing pleases parents more than knowing that their son or daughter is being well-loved and pampered. Present a united front. Never squabble with your spouse in front of his or her parents. If you think hot issues may come up, discuss how you will deal with them ahead of time. If they erupt, stifle yourselves until you can duke it out in private. Recognize the fact if you were raised in a different family structure. Realize that a proper New Englander may have difficulty being comfortable in an outgoing Hispanic family. Remember, his or her mom believes her baby is perfect. Ask mom-in-law to teach you how to cook a certain meal that he comments on while visiting her house -- even if it's stewed possum. And if her cooking is terrible, forget about honesty being the best policy. Pray for your mother-in-law. Do this for two weeks until you are feeling better about her. And remember, you're married to her child, not her. Frequently ask their advice, even if you don't plan to take it. They'll be glad to feel they still have influence on their child's life -- even if they don't. Discover what their likes and hobbies are. Even if it's hunting and you're an animal rights activist, show interest and don't start an argument. Don't clog the toilet. If you stop up their toilet by accident, clean it yourself. Overflowing sewage doesn't impress anyone and they'll be pleased with your effort. TIGERTEXT _ Tiger Woods, if you're hearing this, remember that you've been through what mothers call a "valuable learning experience" and you're probably a "better man for it" and so on. Having said that, an iPhone app that launched on February 25 could totally have saved your hide. Called, coincidentally enough, TigerText, it allows users to set a time limit for a sent text to hang around after it has been read. When that life span has been exceeded, the message will disappear, say the developers, from the recipient's phone, the sender's phone and any servers. The message cannot be forwarded anywhere, stored anywhere or sold to any tabloid for an undisclosed sum. RAT OUT A TAX CHEAT: GET A REWARD _ If you knew coworkers, former bosses or exes who cheated on their taxes, would you turn them in? The Internal Revenue Service can make it worth your while. As tax season nears, we all want to get as much money back from the IRS as possible. And while taking advantage of this year's new tax breaks will put some extra money in your pocket, snitching on a tax cheat could make you rich. In a recent poll from the IRS Oversight Board, 13% of those surveyed think cheating is acceptable, up from 9% in 2008. As the recession puts the squeeze on household finances, the lure of fudging on a tax return is even greater. "In a down economy, the temptation to cheat on taxes is much stronger because people are in more desperate situations more often," said Bill Raabe, a tax expert at Ohio State University's business school. More people may be just as desperate to turn in a business, rat out an ex–spouse or report a colleague to collect a reward. Small–time crooks: The IRS's informant program has been around for more than 140 years. If you suspect a person is committing tax fraud and report it, you could receive up to 15% of the amount that has been underpaid, with a maximum award of $10 million. Informants are required to complete a claim, which is available on the IRS Web site, and mail it to the agency or call the IRS tip line at 1–800–829–0433. While you must reveal your identity to the IRS, your name will not be made public. Because there is no minimum requirement for the amount in question, anyone can file a report in hopes of making an extra buck off of a cheating boyfriend or obnoxious neighbor. >>>Here's the full story with all the details... WHAT TO BUY IN MARCH Lifehacker.com says these are the things we should be buying in March. -Winter coats & sporting goods: The season to sell people warm coats, gloves, scarves, and other gear is right near the end, and to make room for the spring stock, stores are selling it all off at a discount. The same goes for snowboards, ski gear, and other winter activity accessories. -Luggage: It's an odd season, halfway between the periods when most cold-weather residents do most of their warm-weather traveling. Luggage makers are getting ready to roll out new wares, and stores are looking to drop the stock they've got. -Frozen food: Yeah, it's one of those goofy "months" that seem like they don't need a month. But during National Frozen Food Month, your own nearby grocers might be offering discounts and coupons on stuff that can hold for a long time. -Boats: According to MSN Money/Bankrate.com, March is the tail end of the winter boat show season, so there's a good chance you'll catch a dealer looking to both make a splash with a reasonable price, and see both last year's and this year's models. ... What to buy throughout winter (January, February, March) -Gas grills & air conditioners: They're a bit cheaper now because it's obviously an off-season time to buy them. The selection might be a bit limited, but, really, there won't be major, life-changing events in the fields of freon-based cooling or flame-based cooking between now and late May. -Homes: It's actually a mixed bag for those looking to buy a home right now. If you and the seller can sign a "binding sales contract" before April 30, the $8,000 federal housing tax credit can land in your lap. And those looking to sell their homes in winter can be both those with serious intent to move (read: "motivated sellers") and, under the right circumstances, negotiated with for a lower, off-peak price. Then again, the selection and appearance of homes this time of year isn't usually ideal, so you'll have to be willing to dig around and look past the superficial to find a true bargain. PARENTAL WARNING: TROUBLE ON THE INTERNET Parents: On Thursday morning's Showgram, Rooney and Moon talked about this website. It is making the rounds and buzzing big time with tweens and teens and you need to know about it. It's not safe for your children. The site is chatroulette.com. It's free, it's easy, and it's gaining in popularity. Here is the story from Good Morning America: If you would like to block this site in your home, here is an article we found online about blacklisting sites in your router. Good luck. USELESS TRIVIA TRIVIA: This Washington D.C. museum welcomed it's 30 millionth visitor this week. (Holocaust Museum) TRIVIA: An "official" one of these weighs 50 ounces. What? (A baseball)