Diana_Rocco's Blog

Virtual worlds are becoming an increasingly popular way to put your imagination to the test in an online world. You can buy anything or be anyone you can in the real world with a little more ease. New statistics are showing that teens and people in their early twenties are the ones leading the charge. And now starting to make money with virtual jobs... designing clothes, homes and even selling real estate in an online world. Some have made thousands... in these online jobs and companies are now offering them real world jobs based on their virtual performance. In fact, some colleges are now offering classes in virtual worlds and encouraging students to open businesses there... Is this a good idea? Is it the wave of the future? What do you think about virtual worlds?

With news of our ill Senior Senator from Massachusetts has come media from all over the country to wait and watch, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Kennedy's as they share some very private family moments.

I've been covering this story since Saturday when it first broke... in a matter of hours media from around the country were crowding the hospital lawns, local and network, cameras live trucks and reporters everywhere... And while some might be annoyed, the Kennedy's ordered us pizza and waived on their way into the hospital...

On Beacon Hill Today everyone on the street was talking the latest news... It was as if it was there own Uncle or Grandfather. At the State House there was a tremendous amount of concern from people who've worked side by side with one of the most influential senators in our lifetime.

It's awful news. The Kennedy's are as much a part of this country and Boston! as the Red Sox and apple pie... So as much as they'd like to have their privacy, and that's well respected... It's obvious their pain has been felt very publicly, once again.

your thoughts?

Recently we aired a story about probiotics and how they've really helped some people get rid of allergies, strengthen their immune system and helped with digestive health... also we interviewed a woman with an autoimmune disorder who says they've helped her live symptom free.

Probiotics are microflora, good or "friendly" bacteria... and recent studies show that by adding them to your diet either in supplement (capsule) form or by trying the new products on grocery store shelves like dannon activia, they've been proven to work for some.

As someone living with Celiac Disease probiotics have helped me, but they are not for everyone and certainly you should consult a doctor if you're thinking about adding them to your diet... What do you think? Have you tried them? Did they work for you? I'd love to hear your thoughts:)