Wednesday Linkage

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Studies: African-Americans twice as likely as whites to get Alzheimer's

Sofa turns into a punching bag

Housewife forced to coat everything in nail varnish to protect herself from metal allergy

The Boston Globe: Active campaign shapes up for Republicans Yesterday marked the deadline for legislative candidates to submit voter signatures to qualify for the ballot [in the Massachusetts Senate race]. The final tally of candidates will not be known for a few weeks, but more than 500 took out qualifying papers in recent months, according to an informal list maintained by the secretary of state, a sign of what is likely to be an active campaign season. Democrats, many of whom have run unopposed in past elections, say they are up for the challenge. They even say they welcome the prospect of active primaries, which they say will help them present stronger candidates.

Rich Chinese driving growth of luxury auto market

Fallacy of fish oil revealed as study finds supplements do not boost children's brain power

Studies show students' ideal backpack weight

CNNMoney: Feds may set Gulf oil slick ablaze
Coast Guard officials are considering setting the Gulf of Mexico oil slick on fire as it moved Tuesday to within 20 miles of sensitive ecological areas in the Mississippi River Delta. Officials say it could become one of worst spills in U.S. history. BP, the well's owner, is racing to shut off the well using eight remote controlled submarines, but has had no luck as of yet.