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Snackman to the Rescue

• April 23 , 2012
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Throughout the years, New York City, the great melting pot of humanity, has had its share of folk heroes. It’s hard to say exactly what captures the imagination of New Yorkers. But, every now and then, someone comes along and, often through one small act or gesture of kindness, a new hero is born.

New York City is proud to embrace its very own new superhero – Snackman.

Just as his predecessors have helped citizens in distress, so, too, has Snackman provided aid to fellow citizens in trouble. Some have used physical strength while others have resorted to battles of intellect. Snackman used only his bravery and a can of cheddar Pringles.

The story began on an uptown subway train on a Thursday night in late March. Charles Sonder, a 24-year-old Brooklyn architect, was travelling with a buddy to meet friends for drinks. He fortified himself for the trip with a can of cheddar Pringles and a bag of Gummi bears.

Somewhere along the route, a fight broke out between a man and a woman. Yelling turned to punches and kicks. When the man kicked the woman, Charles responded. He moved to the door where the man stood and placed himself between the two. He quietly continued munching his Pringles while preventing further fighting between the two passengers. The entire incident was captured on his friend’s Smartphone and later was uploaded to YouTube.

One of the viewers dubbed Charles “Snackman” and more than 1,000,000 hits have already been logged. Snackman has said that he has received several marriage proposals but, for the time being, is remaining a single super-hero at large.

By Chaim Katz

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Pit Bull Takes a Bullet for Owner

• April 20 , 2012
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On Wednesday, ABC’s “The View” introduced viewers to a unlikely hero who is still recovering from a gunshot wound to the head.

His name is Kilo, he is 12 years old, 70 pounds, and a pit bull.

More often than not, these dogs only receive press when they have done something wrong, but in this story, that is certainly not the case.

Staten Island resident, Justin Becker brought his 4-legged friend to meet the ladies of The View and to share the story of how Kilo saved his life during a home invasion.

Earlier this month, a man posing as a Fed-Ex deliveryman forced himself into Becker’s apartment and pulled a gun. Sensing that his owner was in danger, Kilo lunged at the gunman. That is when Becker heard 3 shots and feared the worst.

Becker rushed his beloved dog to the vet where he learned that Kilo had been shot in the head and that the bullet had exited through his neck. Remarkably, Becker learned that Kilo would recover.

On the show, Kilo appeared relaxed and happy with his healing wound still very visible.
The owner of Fro Bo, a company that sells chilled dog bowls was so inspired by Kilo’s story that they paid his medical bills.

Image: SOMMAI / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

By Rachelle Underwood-Lowe

When the Chips are Down, Sell Chips

• April 20 , 2012
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Without a doubt, the last few years have given way to some innovating business ideas. Many Americans and Canadians, finding themselves on the statistical side of the economy, decided to try their hands at opening a small business, rather than waiting for some large business to hire them on a day that may never come.

Some used their talents to do what they are best at. Others tried to be creative and try something totally different. One Canadian fellow noticed that he spent many unemployed hours snacking on junk food – primarily potato chips – and that led to a brainstorm.

Pete MacArthur of Toronto, Canada loves his chips. He also noticed that he preferred the larger, whole chips, rather than the broken bits at the bottom of the package. “Large chips feel better in your mouth,” MacArthur said.

Manufacturers put air into the chip packages to serve as a buffer and protect the chips. Perhaps, thought MacArthur, more air will provide better protection and keep more chips whole. Thus, “Air Chips” were born.

The project is yet to hit the markets as MacArthur has not yet figured how to keep his packages the same size as others, so they will fit on standard store shelves. He is also experimenting with adding flavor to the air, in addition to the chip. “It is a type of gas marinade,” he stated.

No word yet on when “Air Chips” will appear in your local store but they are certain to add a new dimension to potato chip culture.

By Chaim Katz