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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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