Archive for October, 2010

Wall Street Journal ...

Biodynamic Farming is fast becoming an important technique.  A method of special organic farming, it was first developed by the German theosophist Rudolf Steiner in the early 20th century.  It uses many of the principles of organic farming such as avoiding use of pesticides and...

Sony Pictures releas...

On November 24, 2010, Sony Pictures releases what some are speculating is more of a music video than a movie.  Burlesque is the story of The Burlesque Lounge, a majestic but ailing theatre that is home to an inspired musical revue, played by an allstar cast.  Christina Aguilera...

TANGLED – Disneyâ€...

Walt Disney Pictures’ current offering, Tangled, is an interpretation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, Rapunzel.  It will be interesting to see how they have interpreted the tale for a modern audience of ALL ages.  Producer Roy Conli notes “It’s a really fresh,...

Retirement Planning ...

Has your retirement planning been derailed in the last few years?  Have you even started planning for your retirement?  No matter your circumstances, it’s you who is ultimately responsible for your plan and ensuring that it has the financial stability to support you throughout...

FDA considers approv...

Genetically modified salmon on your dinner table?  It’s closer than you think and you won’t even know it.  The US Food and Drug Administration is considering the approval of  “AquAdvantage Atlantic Salmon” and, if approved, it won’t be labeled.  So,...

Epidemic of Video Ch...

In February of this year, Movie Gallery (Hollywood Video), once the second largest US retail chain, filed for bankruptcy.  It wasn’t their first trip either.  The first time they reorganized; the second they liquidated. Following on their heals was Blockbuster, hoping for...