The New York Times has a rather strange story of a gift given to a woman from her sister. It was found on the beach 50 years ago, and is now a family heirloom. What is it? Nobody’s sure, but it appears to be petrified whale vomit. Before you say "ugh", the article points out that if it is whale … Read More
Name That Tune
Got a tune stuck in your head, but can’t identify it? Go to this site, hum 15 seconds (you’ll need a microphone hooked up to your computer), and it’ll tell you the song. Of course, your results may vary depending on how well you hum. Still, it’s a cool idea.
Best Ways To Chill A Warm Can Of Soda
(1) Put in freezer: 20-25 minutes (2) Put in bucket of ice: 10-12 minutes (3) Put in bucket of ice and water: 4-6 minutes (4) Put in bucket of ice and water and salt: just over 2 minutes (5) Put in bucket of ice and water and salt, while rolling can around: Less than two minutes (6) Fastest way possible: … Read More
Weird And Weirder
WEIRD CNN — Worldest Tallest Man Saves Dolphins: The long arms of the world’s tallest man reached in and saved two dolphins by pulling out plastic from their stomachs, state media and an aquarium official said Thursday. The dolphins got sick after nibbling on plastic from the edge of their pool at an aquarium in Liaoning province. Attempts to use … Read More
Friday iPod Random Ten
Haven’t done this in a while: One Tin Soldier – Coven Who Are You – The Who I Never Loved You Anyway – The Corrs How do You Do – Mouth & MacNeal Bolero – Ravel Infatuation – Rod Stewart Sleepwalker – Johnny & Santo Big Science – Laurie Anderson Purple Rain – Tori Amos If I Ever Lose My … Read More
Russell Buchanan, Dead at 106
No, you don’t know him either. But consider this: he lived through the entire 20th century, saw 19 U.S. Presidents, served in both WWI and WWII, and celebrated all six Red Sox championships. How many people around today can claim that?
Does This Make You Want To Buy A Volkswagon Jetta?
If you watched football this weekend, you probably saw this ad: Is it me, or is this a bad ad? yes, it got my attention, but something about this ad made me NOT want to buy a Jetta, or even ride in one if the situation presented itself. I mean, I get the point, but now I associate car crashes … Read More
Quote Of The Day (As Well As A Cheesy Opportunity To Put Up A Picture Of Lindsey Lohan)
Lindsey Lohan, on the passing of Robert Altman, writes words of condolence. These are actual quotes: “I am lucky enough to of been able to work with Robert Altman amongst the other greats on a film that I can genuinely say created a turning point in my career,” she began, less than certainly. “He was the closest thing to my … Read More
Jokes Made By Robots, For Robots
McSweeney’s Lists: A rabbi, an Arab, a robot, and a Catholic priest walk into a bar. Only the robot exits. A robot walks into a pharmacy. The pharmacist asks him if he’d like anything. The robot replies, "A soul." How do you stop a robot from destroying you and the rest of civilization?You don’t. "Waiter! Waiter! What’s this robot doing … Read More
News Stories I Like To Read
Americans: 60’s are the new middle age Story Highlights • 60 percent of Americans surveyed believe their 60’s are the new middle age• Globally, three out of five consumers surveyed believed the 40’s are the new 30’s
Godfather Sold Separately
Love this warning which appears at this website, which is selling a FurReal Friends Butterscotch Pony (pictured right). The product carries the following warning: Adults take note: Pony comes unassembled in box with head detatched. You may wish to not open the box around your children if they may be frightened by a box with a decapitated horse inside. Noted.