Category Archives: Ridiculous and Absurd

Let astrology help you find the perfect dog

This article purports to help you select a pet dog based upon your Zodiac sign.   It’s unbelievably stupid.  I mean, nowhere in the article do they even mention the dog’s Zodiac sign and how that might influence compatibility with its … Continue reading

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Not guaranteed for children under 5

I recently purchased a Pelican case for our camcorder and assorted audio/visual equipment.  These hard-sided plastic cases are filled with foam padding that you custom cut to create snug-fitting indentations to hold your camera, lenses, microphones, laptop, or whatever equipment you need to … Continue reading

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Prayer over IP

Over at CNET, Leslie Katz (no relation) blogs about an Israeli start-up that allows you to broadcast your prayers over speakers in Webcams at various holy sites like the Western Wall in Jerusalem, all without leaving the comfort of your … Continue reading

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Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster

The Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster at http://www.venganza.org/ is the antidote to the toxic nonsense called "Intelligent Design." 

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How many does one man really need?

Gilette introduces 5-blade razor.    First the Mach 3.  Then Schick counters with a 4-blade.  Now Gilette’s Fusion has 5.  Where will it end?  Surely diminishing returns have to kick in at some point!   Personally, I’ve always used an … Continue reading

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