August 2009
29 posts
Russians urge governor to save Fort Ross →
A delegation representing Russia is urging California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to save the picturesque Fort Ross, an early Russian settlement, from closing. As many as 100 state parks may be closed as part of a deal to close the state’s $24 billion state deficit budget.
U.S. unveils new rules on border searches of... →
The administration released new rules governing the search of portable electronic devices at U.S. borders. The practice has been under fire from the Electronic Freedom Foundation and other privacy groups since its inception.
Mowing the Lawn Relieves Stress and Boosts Your...
Mowing the Lawn Relieves Stress and Boosts Your Memory
It seems that Australian researchers have discovered a chemical released by a recently mowed lawn that works directly on the brain to make people feel happy and relaxed. They also believe that there may be long term benefits in terms of memory boosts and the prevention or reduction of mental decline in old age.
The “essence” of...
'Law & Order' fan helps nab robbery suspect →
An office worker in New York uses a technique she saw on a recent episode of “Law & Order Special Victims Unit” to help nab a man suspected in a string of robberies.
Apple OS X 10.6 - Snow Leopard
Apple’s upcoming release of its new operating system, code-named Snow Leopard, is arguably the most important advancement since the initial version of OS X. This new OS is a full 64-bit operating system and completes the Apple migration from Power PC chips to an Intel architecture. What does this mean for the average user? First, it won’t run on any Apple with a Power PC processor like...
Humor on the NET: Installing a Husband
Humor on the NET: Installing a Husband Dvorak Uncensored: General interest observations and true web-log.
INSTALLING A HUSBAND
Dear Tech Support,
Last year I upgraded from Boyfriend 5.0 to Husband 1.0 and noticed a distinct slow down in overall system performance, particularly in the flower and jewelery applications, which operated flawlessly under Boyfriend 5.0.
In addition, Husband 1.0...
Swine flu could cause up to 90,000 U.S. deaths and... →
A recent report from presidential advisors on the H1N1 swine flu epidemic indicates that the U.S. could experience infection rates over 50% and as many as 90,000 deaths from the virus.
Three Pitch Innings →
Immaculate & Three Pitch Innings
Immaculate innings are those in which the pitcher retires 3 opposing batters with 9 strikes. While once extremely rare, they seem to be more common in modern times. Why? Well, the advent of relief pitchers and specialized closers have a lot to do with it; the guys that can come in and toss 6-20 pitches near 100 mph or even faster. More immaculate innings have...
Ever Dream Of Being On Top Of Marilyn Monroe? Now...
Ever Dream Of Being On Top Of Marilyn Monroe? Now You Can Be! Dvorak Uncensored: General interest observations and true web-log.: “”
The crypt above Marilyn Monroe’s final reseting place is being auctioned off.
(Via Dvorak Uncensored.)
Apartment Therapy Unplugged | TV Tub: The Only...
Apartment Therapy Unplugged | TV Tub: The Only Great Way of Watching TV in the Bathroom:
(Via Unplugged.)
YouTube - Ghostbusters - Full Movie
YouTube - Ghostbusters - Full Movie: “http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22hUHCr-Tos”
Sony, working with its Crackle player, is hosting the full-length version of Ghostbusters on YouTube in honor of the film’s 25th anniversary. You can even see it in YouTube’s higher quality.
(Via PC World.)
MICHAEL DOUGLAS' SON'S GIRLFRIEND SMUGGLED HEROIN...
MICHAEL DOUGLAS’ SON’S GIRLFRIEND SMUGGLED HEROIN TO HIM: SOURCES - New York Post:
An article about unbelievably poor judgement, to say the least. Cameron Douglas has been troubled for years and this drug investigation clearly won’t go in his favor with this woman hanging around.
(Via NY Post.)
Two Men Arrested After Shooting Near Chuck E....
Two Men Arrested After Shooting Near Chuck E. Cheese - washingtonpost.com: “”
(Via Washington Post.)
When will it end? Chuck E. Cheese almost seems to be a magnate for violence.
YouTube - Chuck Kramer in the DBPA tourney, Town...
YouTube - Chuck Kramer in the DBPA tourney, Town Hall Lanes: “
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(Via .)
Coolest find on Craigslist? Mansion living in...
Coolest find on Craigslist? Mansion living in Seattle, just $650/month: “”
Terrific mansion right on Puget Sound for $650/month? Are you kidding? Get a few people to share costs and rent rooms and you are set for a multi-day housewarming party.
Oh! That’s exactly what happened. Read about how a young lady wrangled a 2-year lease on this beauty.
(Via WalletPop.)
Seaweed on beaches in France produce deadly fumes...
Seaweed on beaches in France produce deadly fumes - Boing Boing: “”
(Via BoingBoing)
Recruiters Post Fake Jobs, Sell Your Resume - PC...
Recruiters Post Fake Jobs, Sell Your Resume - PC World
Network World staff performs a test using three fake resumes and applies for a few openings on well-known job boards. Soon, they are getting global calls from others claiming the resume was forwarded and/or SOLD to them as full vetted and qualified. Remember, these were fakes.
How Different Groups Spend Their Day - Interactive... →
The Appliance Repair Show →
The Car Talk guys have nothing on John Snowden’s Appliance Repair Show.
10 instant tips to be happier now - CNN.com →
5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Music... →
If you’re like most people these days, you’ve probably got a lot of music on your computer — whether from your own CD library, or downloaded from Amazon, iTunes, or (ahem) elsewhere. But if the only thing you’re doing with your music collection is listening to it, you’re missing out. There are a large number of web applications devoted to helping you get more from the music you already have.
The Best Place To Hide Money: Conversation With A... →
What the Hotness of Your Waitress Says About the... →
A brief article on how there are visible indicators of the state of the economy that we deal with every day, yet often fail to make the connection.
In this case, more attractive waitresses/waiters. In good times, there is a high demand for these types in sales and marketing. When the economy is not in good shape, these positions suffer the most, thus driving the workforce to other pursuits.
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