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ISSUE: November 15, 2009
Articles about shingles
Hotel
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4-15-2001
HALF MOON BAY GETAWAY
Known for its pumpkin crop and scenic coast, Northern California’s rugged Half Moon Bay gained an upscale claim to fame last month in the
Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay.
Modeled on grand 19th-century seaside lodge...
Article Excerpts:
...lodges, the bluff-top resort boasts cedar
shingles
and turrets on the outside, hardwood floors,...
Inspired By Nature
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2-1-2008
They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. If so, Mother Nature should be ecstatic, because scientists around the world are patterning industrial processes and all kinds of everyday products after her designs. Welcome to the field of...
Article Excerpts:
...from sticking to ship hulls, self-cleaning roof
shingles
, and even a fabric so waterproof that it can be...
Science Says: Eat More Worms
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9-15-2004
A couple of scientific studies caught my eye that have nothing to do with one another but do help me understand how it is that humans first decided to eat artichokes. One study, brought to my attention by friend and weird-article reader Lou Cantolup...
Article Excerpts:
...found himself pulling off one of its hard outer
shingles
, then, gazing at it, said, “Hmmmm, now...
Rooftop Oasis
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7-15-2008
Sure, a green roof is pretty and environmentally friendly. But did you know it can also be a safe haven for endangered birds, flowers, and insects? Neither did we.
Article Excerpts:
...with gardens rather than with asphalt, tile, or
shingles
-- sound (and look) good. also, in addition to...