Christie gave top fundraiser hidden millions from state pension

Oh, so that’s what happened to all that money!

New Jersey rules require Republican Gov. Chris Christie’s administration to cancel investment contracts with firms whose officials raise or donate money to the governor’s political campaigns. But his administration has paid more than $16 million in pension fees to the financial firm that was led by Christie’s chief fundraiser and top donor, Jon Hanson. The money… Continue reading “Christie gave top fundraiser hidden millions from state pension”

Doing what you love is as Important for your health as exercise

It turns out that not only physical activity will help your mind and body long-term, but so can leisurely activities and hobbies that you truly enjoy. Carving out the time to work in your garden, read books, paint, brew beer, make furniture, knit or sew clothes — whatever your activity of choice — can help you… Continue reading “Doing what you love is as Important for your health as exercise”

Understanding the pathological liar

I dated two of them! One was a lawyer, so I’m not sure that counts.

Four years of high school and a steady dose of reality television have made Americans pretty adept at spotting liars. Everyone seems to know at least one person who compulsively flip flops — who twists the truth either for their own gain or, more maliciously, for someone else’s destruction. We call these people, of course, pathological… Continue reading “Understanding the pathological liar”