January 2011
The arrogance of the atheists: They batter...
Back in college, while I was busy pretending that a blottoed discussion of Nietzsche over $1 beers made me an intellectual giant, my fiftysomething father, who’d worked so hard to send me there, was quietly being saved. Having long eschewed any ties to his Southern Baptist upbringing, he suddenly found himself born again and on a quest to know God better.
As a longtime atheist, I was a...
The arrogance of the atheists: They batter...
Back in college, while I was busy pretending that a blottoed discussion of Nietzsche over $1 beers made me an intellectual giant, my fiftysomething father, who’d worked so hard to send me there, was quietly being saved. Having long eschewed any ties to his Southern Baptist upbringing, he suddenly found himself born again and on a quest to know God better.
As a longtime atheist, I was a...
December 2010
A Guide on How to Approach Beautiful Women
Theres a misconception floating around, perpetuated by society that beautiful women dont like getting approached by men. And thats a falsehood — they like being approached by men. But they only like it when you approach them correctly Source: http://www.forkparty.com/how-to-approach-beautiful-women/
A Guide on How to Approach Beautiful Women
Theres a misconception floating around, perpetuated by society that beautiful women dont like getting approached by men. And thats a falsehood — they like being approached by men. But they only like it when you approach them correctly Source: http://www.forkparty.com/how-to-approach-beautiful-women/
Obi-Wan Reads How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Christmas may be over, but this is too awesome to not share. Source: http://furiousfanboys.com/2010/12/obi-wan-reads-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas/
Obi-Wan Reads How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Christmas may be over, but this is too awesome to not share. Source: http://furiousfanboys.com/2010/12/obi-wan-reads-how-the-grinch-stole-christmas/
Top Five Fast Food Chicken Dishes Done Right
These tiny, tasty morsels of chicken, wrapped in little sweet rolls, bring joy to any season. Source: http://blogs.houstonpress.com/eating/2010/12/best_fast_food_chicken.php
Top Five Fast Food Chicken Dishes Done Right
These tiny, tasty morsels of chicken, wrapped in little sweet rolls, bring joy to any season. Source: http://blogs.houstonpress.com/eating/2010/12/best_fast_food_chicken.php
Want to Know the Truth Behind Those Corn Syrup...
By now, you’ve more than likely seen one of the ads put out by the Corn Refiners Association. The ads tell the story of a “natural” sweetener made from corn. They go on to insinuate that high fructose corn syrup has been unfairly portrayed and that this truly American ingredient is fine in moderation. Source:...
Want to Know the Truth Behind Those Corn Syrup...
By now, you’ve more than likely seen one of the ads put out by the Corn Refiners Association. The ads tell the story of a “natural” sweetener made from corn. They go on to insinuate that high fructose corn syrup has been unfairly portrayed and that this truly American ingredient is fine in moderation. Source:...
Woman bakes cookies in the shape of an iPhone,...
She says she can only make 20 per day, since she meticulously applies icing to the chocolate base that makes up the cookie. This isnt your typical factory stamped biscuit. The cookies measure 12 cm long and 6 cm wide, a little larger than the actual iPhone, and theyre selling for 2,730 yen Japanese yen or roughly $33. Source: http://www.intomobile.com/2010/12/29/iphone-cookies/
Woman bakes cookies in the shape of an iPhone,...
She says she can only make 20 per day, since she meticulously applies icing to the chocolate base that makes up the cookie. This isnt your typical factory stamped biscuit. The cookies measure 12 cm long and 6 cm wide, a little larger than the actual iPhone, and theyre selling for 2,730 yen Japanese yen or roughly $33. Source: http://www.intomobile.com/2010/12/29/iphone-cookies/
Green Patriot Posters: The Best Submissions (Pics)
See some of our favorite art (including some by Shepard Fairey) from the amazing book of climate change posters. Source: http://www.good.is/post/green-patriot-posters-the-best-submissions/
Green Patriot Posters: The Best Submissions (Pics)
See some of our favorite art (including some by Shepard Fairey) from the amazing book of climate change posters. Source: http://www.good.is/post/green-patriot-posters-the-best-submissions/
Restaurant With Robot Waiters Opens In China
At least it’s more sanitary than those monkey waiters. Source: http://blogs.ocweekly.com/stickaforkinit/2010/12/restaurant_with_robot_waiters.php
Restaurant With Robot Waiters Opens In China
At least it’s more sanitary than those monkey waiters. Source: http://blogs.ocweekly.com/stickaforkinit/2010/12/restaurant_with_robot_waiters.php
Wonderful Icebound Moscow
These days Muscovites feel like in a fairy-tale. It seems the Snow Queen herself froze everything in its beautiful city. Here are amazing pictures of the consequences of the freezing rain in Moscow. Source: http://englishrussia.com/index.php/2010/12/27/wonderful-icebound-moscow/
Does this infant formula make me look fat?
Could mothers be putting their children on a path toward obesity from the very first days of their lives? Source: http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/la-heb-infant-formula-makes-babies-fat-20101227,0,926758.story
Woman Aspiring to be World's Fattest Eats...
The 650-pound mom from New Jersey aims to be the fattest woman in the world. After gaining more than 50 pounds this year, Simpson celebrated by downing a 30,000-calorie Xmas meal. Here’s how. Source: http://blogs.laweekly.com/squidink/2010/12/new_jersey_woman_eats_30000-calorie_christmas_meal_worlds_fattest_mom.php
The 7 Least Trustworthy Food Mascots
A study in the UK released a while back said that some beloved food mascots such as Tony the Tiger and Coco the Monkey are contributing to childrens obesity. But theyre not the only mascots who seem capable of misdeeds. For example, take a look at these delinquents below. Source: http://guyism.com/humor/the-7-least-trustworthy-food-mascots.html
The 7 Least Trustworthy Food Mascots
A study in the UK released a while back said that some beloved food mascots such as Tony the Tiger and Coco the Monkey are contributing to childrens obesity. But theyre not the only mascots who seem capable of misdeeds. For example, take a look at these delinquents below. Source: http://guyism.com/humor/the-7-least-trustworthy-food-mascots.html
AT&T releases dramatic anti-texting while driving...
We’re not sure how many more times it must be said, but seriously people — stop texting on your cellphone while operating a gigantic vehicle at high speeds. If you’re not already convinced that driving a car and trying to tap out a message on a tiny keyboard (or heaven forbid, no keyboard at all) is a poor match, perhaps the short documentary AT&T has just released will...
AT&T releases dramatic anti-texting while driving...
We’re not sure how many more times it must be said, but seriously people — stop texting on your cellphone while operating a gigantic vehicle at high speeds. If you’re not already convinced that driving a car and trying to tap out a message on a tiny keyboard (or heaven forbid, no keyboard at all) is a poor match, perhaps the short documentary AT&T has just released will...
A Demonstration In The Art Of Simplicity
And how things like change factor into the creative process. Source: http://thecreatorsproject.com/blog/a-demonstration-in-the-art-of-simplicity-video
A Demonstration In The Art Of Simplicity
And how things like change factor into the creative process. Source: http://thecreatorsproject.com/blog/a-demonstration-in-the-art-of-simplicity-video
When Does Moderate Drinking Become A Problem?
Some drinkers consume more than what’s considered safe, but less than what’s considered risky — what researchers call the “gray zone” of alcohol consumption. Studying this gray zone of drinking may explain who’s at risk for problems and who’s not. Source: http://www.npr.org/2010/12/27/132259091/when-does-moderate-drinking-become-a-problem
7/11 Clerk Administers CPR to Save Customer
On Sunday, Dec. 19, a customer entered the Double Tree 7-Eleven looking for something to alleviate what he thought was heartburn. Soon after the customer, an Indiana resident in town with is three brothers for the Pittsburgh Steelers-New York Jets football game, collapsed in the aisle. Source: http://www.csnews.com/top-story-from_clerk_to_hero_in_one_swoop-57771.html
7/11 Clerk Administers CPR to Save Customer
On Sunday, Dec. 19, a customer entered the Double Tree 7-Eleven looking for something to alleviate what he thought was heartburn. Soon after the customer, an Indiana resident in town with is three brothers for the Pittsburgh Steelers-New York Jets football game, collapsed in the aisle. Source: http://www.csnews.com/top-story-from_clerk_to_hero_in_one_swoop-57771.html
20 Of The Most Anticipated Cultural Dates For 2011
Who’s excited for 2011? I said, who’s excited for 2011?? Oh. Well, maybe this list of dates, designations, and not just few fearless predictions for the next year in culture might help stimulate your interest…. Source: http://www.movieline.com/2010/12/most-anticipated-cultural-dates-of-2011——stvs-picks.php
20 Of The Most Anticipated Cultural Dates For 2011
Who’s excited for 2011? I said, who’s excited for 2011?? Oh. Well, maybe this list of dates, designations, and not just few fearless predictions for the next year in culture might help stimulate your interest…. Source: http://www.movieline.com/2010/12/most-anticipated-cultural-dates-of-2011——stvs-picks.php
Somaliland Fosters Trade In Frankincense and Myrrh
In Somalia, the semi-independent territory of Somaliland fosters a trade in frankincense and myrrh, the fabled aromatic resins carried by the Bible’s Three Wise Men and used in many Christmas traditions. Source: http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/africa/101021/somalia-somaliland-trade-frankincense-myrrh
Somaliland Fosters Trade In Frankincense and Myrrh
In Somalia, the semi-independent territory of Somaliland fosters a trade in frankincense and myrrh, the fabled aromatic resins carried by the Bible’s Three Wise Men and used in many Christmas traditions. Source: http://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/africa/101021/somalia-somaliland-trade-frankincense-myrrh
Jabba the snow man [PIC]
While everyone else on the block was trying to be funny by making snow genitalia, this guy went a step further to create something awesome. I’m not s Source: http://furiousfanboys.com/2010/12/epic-jabba-the-hutt-snow-sculpture/
Jabba the snow man [PIC]
While everyone else on the block was trying to be funny by making snow genitalia, this guy went a step further to create something awesome. I’m not s Source: http://furiousfanboys.com/2010/12/epic-jabba-the-hutt-snow-sculpture/
Most Epic House Ever [Pic]
Most Epic House Ever Source: http://imaweird.tumblr.com/post/2468250050/most-epic-house-ever
Most Epic House Ever [Pic]
Most Epic House Ever Source: http://imaweird.tumblr.com/post/2468250050/most-epic-house-ever
10 Ways A Good Woman Improves You
Yes, we know you like women, but they’ll actually make you a Better Man if you let them. Here are 10 examples. Source: http://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/top-10-ways-a-good-woman-improves-you.html
10 Ways A Good Woman Improves You
Yes, we know you like women, but they’ll actually make you a Better Man if you let them. Here are 10 examples. Source: http://www.askmen.com/top_10/dating/top-10-ways-a-good-woman-improves-you.html
Are You Indispensable? (Vid)
Seth Godin, entrepreneur and bestselling author of Linchpin wants to sell you on doing art, standing out and getting what you deserve. Source: http://fora.tv/2010/09/24/Seth_Godin_Are_You_Indispensable#Seth_Godin_How_to_Overpower_Your_Lizard_Brain
Are You Indispensable? (Vid)
Seth Godin, entrepreneur and bestselling author of Linchpin wants to sell you on doing art, standing out and getting what you deserve. Source: http://fora.tv/2010/09/24/Seth_Godin_Are_You_Indispensable#Seth_Godin_How_to_Overpower_Your_Lizard_Brain
Star Wars Nativity Scenes: In A Manger Far, Far...
A long time ago, in a manger far far away…people were revising their Christian iconography to fit a Lucasfilm agenda. Source: http://blogs.laweekly.com/stylecouncil/2010/12/star_wars_nativity_scenes.php
'God is' billboard replaces controversial Lincoln...
An atheist billboard on the New Jersey side of the Lincoln Tunnel that declared Christmas a “myth” has been replaced by a pro-Christian billboard.
The old billboard, put up in late November by the American Atheists organization, said “You know it’s a myth. This season, celebrate reason.”
The sign stirred controversy among Christian organizations, prompting the...
'God is' billboard replaces controversial Lincoln...
An atheist billboard on the New Jersey side of the Lincoln Tunnel that declared Christmas a “myth” has been replaced by a pro-Christian billboard.
The old billboard, put up in late November by the American Atheists organization, said “You know it’s a myth. This season, celebrate reason.”
The sign stirred controversy among Christian organizations, prompting the...
10 Gift Ideas for the Wealthy Alcoholic On Your...
Do you have an extremely wealthy relative to shop for this Christmas? Do they have a crippling booze addiction? Excellent, then we have you covered. Source: http://www.thesmokingjacket.com/lifestyle/gift-ideas-for-alcoholics
10 Gift Ideas for the Wealthy Alcoholic On Your...
Do you have an extremely wealthy relative to shop for this Christmas? Do they have a crippling booze addiction? Excellent, then we have you covered. Source: http://www.thesmokingjacket.com/lifestyle/gift-ideas-for-alcoholics
Japan's Preferred Christmas Dinner: KFC
Forget the holiday goose, it’s the Colonel the Japanese want for this Christmas. Source: http://blogs.ocweekly.com/stickaforkinit/2010/12/in_japan_its_not_a_christmas_g.php
Does God Exist? Ricky Gervais Takes Your Questions
British comic, actor and filmmaker Ricky Gervais responds to reader questions about his essay on atheism. Source: http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2010/12/22/does-god-exist-ricky-gervais-takes-your-questions/
Who are kids listening to when they choose what to...
This will come as no surprise to parents: You really have little influence over what your kids eat — Source: http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/la-heb-kids-diets-20101222,0,1062199.story
Who are kids listening to when they choose what to...
This will come as no surprise to parents: You really have little influence over what your kids eat — Source: http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/la-heb-kids-diets-20101222,0,1062199.story
New Book Tells Inside Story Of Biggest Hippie...
When a ragtag band of hippies set out in a 20-bus caravan from San Francisco in 1970 looking to reinvent society, they rode into the history books with a psychedelic, very weird yet very American tale of idealism and do-it-yourself utopia. Source: http://www.tokeofthetown.com/2010/12/new_book_tells_inside_story_of_biggest_hippie_comm.php
