December 2007
85 posts
Great Scott! Back to the Future tops Film Registry... →
On Thursday, the Library of Congress added 25 motion picture classics to its National Film Registry, topping the list was Robert Zemeckis’ time-travelin comedy Back to the Future.
5 Shocking Stats About Men and Sex →
We know that without sex researchers to disseminate data about our sex lives, we’d be forced to rely upon furtive glances in the men’s room, never sure of what to add or subtract to account for the angle; upon locker room stories, never sure how many grains of skeptical salt to apply; upon porn that only leaves us feeling depressed about ourselves.
How to Install 3rd-Party Apps on Your New... →
If a new iPhone or iPod touch found its way under your tree and you just can’t wait until Apple officially supports third-party application development to extend its functionality (who can wait until February?), it’s time you jailbreak your favorite new portable device.
5 Most Dangerous Taekwondo Kicks →
Let’s face it. Everyone loves martial arts. From Bruce Lee to Chuck Liddell, people go just about crazy for the chance to see a good fight. Check out the 5 Most Dangerous kicks with pictures and video.
Pakistan' Benazir Bhutto killed by suicide bomber →
At the time of submitting - news coming in that Benazir Bhutto has been killed by suicide bomber. At least 10 other people also killed at the same time.
There's more to Linux than Ubuntu →
Recent posts that use Ubuntu instead of “Linux” are making the majority in the press. I don’t think it’s right.
The Flexibility of Open Source →
One of the things that has been a strong point of Open Source Software (OSS) for years, even if it hasn’t been held at the forefront of the battle, is the flexibility that OSS offers.
Howto: Convert A Friend To Linux →
Warning: You should proceed with caution using this Howto, if you do not know what you are doing you could damage your relationship with Friend 2.0 or totally break it. Also, using this Howto extensively with multiple Friend 2.0’s may damage Life 4.5, and end up as a sorrow lonely geek.
New York Times retracts its smear of Ron Paul →
After receiving hundreds of complaints the NYT was forced to retract its hit piece on Ron Paul stating “The original post [the hitpiece] should not have been published with these unverified assertions and without any response from Paul.”
It's Time to Legalize Drugs →
Rhetoric should not be driving drug policy. Legalization would strip addiction down to what it really is: a health issue.
Super High Me - First look at marijuana... →
Teaser for Doug Benson’s upcoming doc: Super High Me, in which he smokes weed constantly for 30 days and then doesn’t smoke at all for 30 days and documents the results. Looks ABSOLUTELY amazing!
Radiohead's "In Rainbows" NYTimes #1 Album of 2007 →
While Radiohead’s discontinued pay-what-you-want proposition for downloading its new album made a great music-business story, the more lasting news is that “In Rainbows” — in either its one-disc or two-disc configurations — needs no gimmicks.
Man Loses 400 Pounds Without Surgery But Help from... →
Four and half years ago, David Smith weighed more than 630 pounds. He had spent nearly a decade on the couch in his parents’ house eating pizza, raiding the fridge, and drinking soda. For much of his life he said he “felt like the elephant man.” Eventually he lose 400 pounds through 2 years of hard work with a friend. This is an inspirational read.
Ghost in a Jar - You have to see this! →
Wicked trick to create your very own ghost captured for all to see. Play a prank on your friends and have them believe you captured your very own ghost.
UNMASKED: The Faces Behind your Fav Video Game... →
Ever wonder who voices some of gaming’s most iconic characters? Here are the real people behind twelve of your favorites.
Tea Party on CNN Cafferty File →
At last some decent coverage!!Cafferty’s final question: If he can raise $6 million in one day, how come he’s not higher in the polls? What do you think?What polls do you think his talking about: internet polls, straw polls or telephone polls?
12 Reasons Why You Should Have Sex Tonight →
A hot, sweat-inducing sex session may be far more beneficial to your overall health than the time you spend on the treadmill.
Internet Hoax - Student WAS NOT Suspended for... →
Recently, a file was uploaded to the Internet purporting to be a copy of a letter from Big Spring High School to a student regarding a two hour detention. The uploaded letter was an altered version of a detention letter sent to a student.
Congress Likely to Pass Incandescent Bulb Ban →
Congress is getting close to passing an energy bill that contains a little-known provision designed to phase out the 125-year-old incandescent light bulb in the next four to 12 years. Instead the future will be lit with next generation energy-efficient lighting.
Ron Paul Supporters Make History with $6 million... →
Breaking records, further evidence that Americans want reform and freedom!
AFI’s Top 10 Movies of 2007 →
The American Film Institute picked its Top Ten American Films of 2007 this weekend. Check out the list in alphabetical order after the jump.
Homer Simpson takes a photo of himself everyday... →
From “The Simpsons,” episode 19x09 which aired December 16, 2007. Homer mimics Noah’s photo time lapse over 20 years. “PICTURE A DAY FOR 39 YEARS”
Are digg users in the 2% that can do this? →
NO CHEATING
The Dark Knight...Full 2 Minute Trailer in HD! →
Its finally here! Download The Dark Knight trailer in HD! Its a full 2 minutes of pure Batman and Joker awesomeness!!!
Do You Google Yourself? →
More Americans are Googling themselves — and many are checking out their friends, co-workers and romantic interests, too.
Don't Reform the CIA, Abolish It →
The latest CIA scandal will once again teach Americans a valuable lesson: It is the CIA, not the Congress, that is the ultimate governing authority in this nation. No one messes with the CIA, and the CIA knows it. That’s why it knew that it could destroy CIA’s torture tapes without asking anyone’s permission. And, after all, as Richard Nixon’s adv
10 Things Christians and Atheists Can (And Must)... →
The war that is coming between the fundamentalist Christians and the hard core Atheists might not be the most violent of the holy wars. But it has the potential to be the most annoying.
Ron Paul Hits 12 Million! →
A little after midnight on December 16th, Ron Paul reached his goal of 12 million dollars in campain contributions. It’s time for a change and the people’s actions are showing that they are louder then words.
And now we know why the iPhone didn’t ship with... →
…because it’s frickin’ HUGE! Actually, the engineers over at the Part Foundry who have created this GPS module for the iPhone, claim that it is “tiny” (the camera adds 15 pounds, apparently) and the unsightly guts we see now will be packaged in a sleek plastic enclosure by the time it ships in February
"Every generation needs a new revolution." -Thomas... →
Make your presence known on December 16, 2007.
Really Cool Looking Nintendo 64 (PIC) →
Yes, console art is cool no matter how far back you go.
10 Hot All-In-One Computers on the Market Today →
These new PCs are hardly any thicker than the average LCD monitor, yet they incorporate nearly every part of your computer in a slim and sleek package. Just add a mouse and keyboard to the equation and you’re ready to roll.
Watch TEA PARTY07 in real time to reduce load on... →
For people who want to see the huge money bomb tonight AFTER donating, go to this site so you wont slow down his main site. This way people who still want to donate can do so without all the “revolution viewers” slowing them down. Thanks and Ron Paul 2008!
RonPaul2008.com THE Tea Party starts Tonight @... →
Raise the Flag!We Will be Rocking the Political Establisment for 24 Solid Hours beginning TONIGHT! Please Help US Help Ron Paul. See TeaParty07.com for more Info. Even a $20 Donation will Help!
Mike Huckabee Denies Evolution →
Mike Huckabee doesn’t believe in evolution. But you shouldn’t take that into account when considering his competency as president because he’s, “not running for 8th grade”. Science is wrong. Bible explains everything, and what’s more it makes perfect sense!
Student arrested for cutting food with knife →
Yes, she was using a knife for her food and was ARRESTED.
Inflatable Origami (VIDEO) →
A cute girl showing how to make a paper cube. One of the few “inflatable origami” out there.
The Top 20 Sexual-Harassment Cases of All Time →
This list of the top 20 sexual-harassment cases of all time chronicles the misdeeds of heavyweights to truly bizarre, lesser-known exploits… Andrew Tong filed suit against his supervisor Ping Jiang, whom is said to have forced Tong into taking female hormones and wearing female clothing in order “to eliminate the trader’s aggressive attitude”
OFFICIAL: Facebook drops 'is' →
Well folks, it has finally happened. Facebook have dropped the “is” from status updates. Login and update your status now!
Lost Season 4 Trailer Released →
The trailer for Lost Season 4 is now online
CIA Torture Jet wrecks with 4 Tons of COCAINE →
This Florida based Gulfstream II jet aircraft # N987SA crash landed on September 24, 2007 after it ran out of fuel over Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula it had a cargo of several tons of Cocaine on board now documents have turned up on both sides of the Atlantic that link this Cocaine Smuggling Gulfstream II jet aircraft # N987SA that crashed in Mexico
Right Brain vs Left Brain Creativity Test →
Being creative or artistic doesn’t mean you know how to draw or play an instrument. Being creative is a way of thinking, a way of viewing the world.Creative people use the RIGHT side of their brains more than the LEFT. Take the test and find out if your brain is RIGHT for a creative career.
Crank That Kosha Boy (Parody) →
Enjoy!
UPS saved 3 Million Gallons of Gas-- By Not... →
Mapping out routes for its drivers, drastically reducing the number of left-hand turns they make helped the company shave 28.5 million miles off its delivery routes, which has resulted in savings of roughly three million gallons of gas and has reduced CO2 emissions by 31,000 metric tons.
Top 10 Viral Videos of 2007 →
2007 has certainly brought us some unique and bizarre viral videos, perhaps proving once again, anyone can become famours. From the ever funny Landlord Video featuring Will Farrell to the unforgettable ‘LEAVE BRITNEY ALONE!’ plea, here’s Time’s top 10 Viral Videos of 2007
Led Zeppelin Reunion: Stairway To Heaven →
Led Zeppelin playing Stairway To Heaven during the reunion concert.
AOL's Hilarious New Ad: Don't Tase Me Bro & Others... →
I’m surprised that this came from AOL.
Led Zeppelin reunion footage →
Led Zeppelin reunion footage from the O2 London concert
Top 10 Most Cliché College Dorm Posters of All... →
The list is pretty spot-on (with a few exceptions).
A Brief History: Why is Marijuana Illegal? →
A brief history of the criminalization of cannabis.