Daily Archives: 13 December 13, 2007

A teenager’s car insurance premium more than $100,000

EDMONTON – Barbara Wellensiek knew her son’s insurance bill would be steep because of his driving record, but when the renewal notice arrived she was shocked to see the annual premium was $104,566.63.“I thought it was a typo,” Wellensiek said … Continue reading

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U.P.S. saves money by elimating left turns

It seems that sitting in the left lane, engine idling, waiting for oncoming traffic to clear so you can make a left-hand turn, is minutely wasteful — of time and peace of mind, for sure, but also of gas and … Continue reading

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Are you desperate for a daughter or dying for a son? The solution could lie in a mother’s diet – before she even conceives.

Have a burger and chips before getting pregnant and you’re more likely to have a baby boy – whereas a girl is more likely if you eat chocolate or ice cream. It may sound about as convincing as puppy-dogs’ tails, … Continue reading

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World’s ‘wurst’ lovers?

German men are the world’s worst lovers, according to a poll of 10,000 women travellers.They are branded selfish in bed while second-placed Swedes are too quick. Third are the “too rough” Dutch, followed by “too dominant Americans, “soppy” Welshmen and … Continue reading

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