Twitter Weekly Updates for 2011-02-06

You may not know the “Trinity Study” but it helped bring together the idea of the 4% withdrawal rate for retirement, but this article details some of the limitations to better understand how to use it. Find out all there is to know about the famous Trinity Study, the origin of the 4% Rule that…

Explore America’s dramatic elevation changes from Alaska’s towering Denali (20,310 ft) to California’s below-sea-level Death Valley (-282 ft). This interactive map features precise coordinates and detailed information for the highest and lowest geographic points in every U.S. state. Perfect for geography enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about America’s diverse topography. Jump to State: Select a…

I have had this one in my queue to publish for a long time, but I thought I might toss it out there tonight.  While I wont recommend Comcast to anyone if they had the choice, if you have to use them strongly consider Business Class service.  The technicians, both on the phone and on…

This was a really interesting article.  It is insightful that the real effectiveness of a number of treatments that are now standard may increase quantity of life at a much higher rate than the quality of life. How Doctors Die « Zócalo Public Square.