Tech Buzz While the USA likes to present itself as the leading innovator worldwide, the world is a big place. The original patent-holders for some of the most world's most famous inventions may surprise you. Here's a list of 10 non-Americans innovators, presented by dogs. Why dogs? Because they're awesome. (All facts via about.com) (via burnred.co.uk)
No, it's not what you think. The hanger's not made of plastic bottles (though it might be, let me check), but uses them to hang up your shirts.
Business Buzz A new design for plastic milk jugs reduces its carbon footprint, drives cereal eaters crazy. It cuts down on packaging, shipping costs (and fuel usage) and creates less waste overall. Unfortunately, it’s also harder to pour.
Tech Buzz A bike that purifies water as you ride. The back of the Aquaduct is a large water resevoir, attached via tubes to a 2-gallon tank on the front, which is removable for home use. As the user rides, the crank pushes water through a filter on it way to the smaller tank.