Some spiffy web sites to check out
TIMES WIRESPublished December 11, 2006
kidscanmake adifference.org
See how the young - and not-so-young - can change the world at this site, which has hunger facts, a quiz, related resources and a newsletter.
pomegranates.org
These seedy treats first came to California about 200 years ago. Read more about pomegranates at this site, which offers history, an eating guide and recipes like sticky red wings.
wildflower.org
Take a virtual tour of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at this site, which has a gallery, articles, events and an "Ask the Expert" feature.
piggybankworld.com
Piggy bank fans can go "hog" wild at this site, which offers shopping, bank lore and a passel of bank and money-related links.
pcaw.com
It's the second-leading cause of cancer death in men. Read more on prostate cancer at this site, which has a symptom guide, stats, donation info and treatment options.
americasblood.org
Get the facts on blood donation at this site, which includes news, links, donor requirements and more.
thebutterflysite.com
Bring a bit of spring to your home with a visit to this site, which has butterfly fun facts, shopping, activities and related links.
toothwoman.net
Brush up on dental hygiene how-tos with a visit to this site, which has oral care basics, emergency tips, news and a clinic guide.
molasses.ca
What is a puncheon? Find out at this company site, which has molasses history, shopping, recipes and downloadables.
kellerscreamery.com
Get a better look at butter at this site, which has brand profiles, recipes, a company history and product links.
Top Yahoo searches
Here are the top search terms on Yahoo for 2006:
1. Britney Spears
2. WWE
3. Shakira
4. Jessica Simpson
5. Paris Hilton
6. American Idol
7. Beyonce Knowles
8. Chris Brown
9. Pamela Anderson
10. Lindsay Lohan
Top video games
The top video games, as rated by GameSpot, with platform:
1. Gears of War (XBox360)
2. Tekken: Dark Resurrection (PSP)
3. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas (X360)
4. Yoshi's Island DS (DS)
5. Final Fantasy XII (PS2)
6. GTR 2 (PC)
7. Okami (PS2)
8. Company of Heroes (PC)
9. Elite Beat Agents (DS)
10. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess (WII)