A Real Fighter

Guitar Hero Christmas Lights

Very cool simpsons intro parody

'Smart' Armor Learns More With Every Bullet : Discovery News

Really cool, video game-style body armor

'Smart' Armor Learns More With Every Bullet : Discovery News

The Jedi Are Angry

"The founder of a religion based on the Star Wars movies has accused Tesco of discrimination after he was ejected from one of their stores for wearing a hood.

Daniel Jones, 23, who founded the International Church of Jediism, was asked to leave the supermarket in Bangor, North Wales as his robes fell foul of Tesco rules which forbid the wearing of 'hoodies' in their premises.

The leader of the Jedi Church was deemed a security risk by staff and was told to leave. In turn, Jones has accused Tesco of religious discrimination. "

Rest of the article: http://news.aol.co.uk/supermarket-bans-jedi-knight/article/20090918041209990001

Newt - XMen Style

Like the X-men's Wolverine extending his claws, the Spanish ribbed newt slashes through itself with its sharp rib bones to create defensive spines, according to a new study.

Here's the rest: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2009/08/090828-spanish-newt-ribs-spines-wolverine.html

Pretty straight forward

Awesome movie trailer

check it out. This is a great use of flash with a movie trailer. Trust me.

http://www.break.com/final-destination-movie/final-destination.html

Rat-eating Plant

It's true folks. There are rat-eating plants among us. I say forget wimpy fly-eating plants. They've got nothin' on this. The plant, found in the Philippines, snares insects and rodents at which point it dissolves them with a special enzyme. The plant has been named "Nepenthes attenboroughii" in honor of David Attenborough, the famous and Knighted wildlife documentary dude.

www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/earthnews/6041241/Rat-eating-plant-discovered-in-Philippines.html

Turtle Power

Extreme Makeover: Toddler Edition

Death By Chocolate

Authorities say a man died after falling into a vat of melted chocolate in a New Jersey processing plant.

A spokesman for the Camden County prosecutor's office says the 29-year-old temporary worker at the Cocoa Services Inc. plant fell after a blade used to mix raw chocolate hit him. His name has not been released.

The accident happened Wednesday morning as the worker was loading chocolate into the vat where it's melted and mixed before being shipped elsewhere to be made into candy.

Prosecutor's spokesman Jason Laughlin says a co-worker tried to shut off the machine and two others tried to pull the man out of the 8-foot-deep vat.

From Associated Press

Videos my sexy-ass but lazy girlfriend really should watch

Just some awesome top gear videos:

Tank vs Land Rover
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wKfpPrRVIo

Evo vs Lambo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ees2aZcDUn8

And here are some infomercials

Shamwow!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwRISkyV_B8

Slapchop!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_IGbdZtYD0

The Grand Finale - Slapchop remix!

Definition of a Pessimist

From Discovery.com:

"Star Trek" makes faster-than-light travel look easy.

But according to new calculations by Italian physicists, a warp drive could easily create a black hole that would incinerate any passengers on a space craft and then suck Earth into a black hole.

Important Letter

“Dear Mr. President: The canal system of this country is being threatened by a new form of transportation known as ‘railroads’ … As you may well know, Mr. President, ‘railroad’ carriages are pulled at the enormous speed of 15 miles per hour by ‘engines’ which, in addition to endangering life and limb of passengers, roar and snort their way through the countryside, setting fire to crops, scaring the livestock and frightening women and children. The Almighty certainly never intended that people should travel at such breakneck speed.” — Martin Van Buren, Governor of New York, 1830(?).

Adorable

Blend Your Own Adventure

Big Bada Boom

Let's say, hypothetically, that you see a big rig driving down the street with a huge ass sperm whale on the trailer. And let's say that this theoretical sperm whale explodes from built up gases as it passes your car. What do you think that would look like? Maybe like this?

Sometimes You Just Have A Really Bad Day...

'A Taiwanese man became a sitting target for a snake, which bit his penis as sat on the toilet at his rural home, local media reported on Monday.

"As soon as he sat down, he suddenly felt a knife-like pain and reacted instinctively by standing up," the China Times said. "When he looked down, he saw the big snake."'

-- From Reuters, Full Article

I Love Tofu

A vegan woman wished to get a vanity plate to share her love of not eating tasty meat, ILVTOFU. I took me about a second to figure out why this Colorado vanity plate was denied. How long will it take you?

Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy

'Cause Cars Deserve Segways Too

If the Segway wasn't enough to get your motor going, here's a new "street legal"



Links:

• http://blog.wired.com/cars/2009/04/gm-and-segway-b.html

Chance

Chance
Uploaded by titounetsan

Punched in the FACE

slow motion punches from cody kern on Vimeo.

April Fools Robbery

A man foiled a bank robbery on April 1st assuming the hold up was a joke:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/5077153/Man-foils-bank-robbery-after-assuming-it-was-an-April-Fool.html


Meanwhile, a man decides to rob a cop and a cop convention -- cause he's smooth.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/5071770/Dumbest-criminal-arrested-after-police-convention-robbery.html

Borat Ain't Got Jack on Bruno

Pizza and California

The Italian Pizzerias are up in arms over a new and blasphemous invention -- the Fresh Pizza Vending Machine. Trust me, this thing is realllly horrible! (horribly awesome)

California wants to ban black cars in an effort to reduce carbon emissions. I seriously think there are WAY better ways to go about environmental friendliness. Besides, that law can't exist cause I want my Lambo in black, and my beemer, and my truck... oh but my Ferrari will be bright red baby. yeah! (f-ing California)

Links:

• http://www.reuters.com/article/oddlyEnoughNews/idUSTRE52P5JV20090326?feedType=RSS&feedName=oddlyEnoughNews
• http://www.autoblog.com/2009/03/25/california-to-reduce-carbon-emissions-by-banning-black-cars/

Talk About Plush

I'm all for quilted seats, leather interior and 600 horses under the hood, but sometimes it gets WAY outta hand. I've seen some subtle and awesome quilt work on Lambo seat covers and I find them gorgeous. This I find just plain horrendous.

Links:

• http://blog.wired.com/cars/2009/03/fm-keeps-it-exc.html

Craig

Apparently there is a very lonely guy in Canada... named Craig. Check out some of his recent social ventures: http://www.funnyordie.com/blog/posts/14305 Not only are these hilarious (or pitiful), they're just plain old school. Craig has got to get on his list man....

Sheep, Gardens and Cage Fights

I remember watching "Babe" when I was growing up. We weren't really allowed to watch typical Disney cartoon movies, so we watched a lot of animal movies, you know, the stereotypical family film. Well, Babe impressed me -- a pig that can herd sheep? Awesome!

Well, now I'm thoroughly impressed, 'cause babe was nowhere near this good:




On a completely different topic, the First Lady is trying to promote healthy eating by planting an organic garden at the White House. The food grown there will be used in the White House kitchen and be grown/harvested by the local school children. Woo! Child labor rules! ... and is totally cheaper than WholeFoods.

Last but not least, cage fights. First let me say -- God Bless Texas. It turns out that a highschool in Dallas has been holding Cage Fights to let students "duke out their problems". Wow, and I thought my school was tough.

Links:

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2FX9rviEhw
• http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7954573.stm
• http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7954902.stm

Bats Away!

It turns out we have our first Bat-astronaut. A bat clung to the side of the space shuttle Discovery on Sunday as it lifted off for its trip to the International Space Station. The bat apparently clung on for the ride of its life as the shuttle lifted off and accelerated to 17,500 miles per hour. Wow.

Links:

• http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/story?id=7107251

Art and Nerds

Let's get straight to the point.

ART:
Here's some person that is making something cool (artsy) every day for 2009. There are some awesome and intriguing little creations here.

...And here are some phenomenal photoshopped images by Erik Johansson.


NERDS:
Beware the Mountain Dew

Laser warfare on mosquitoes

Links:

• http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Make-Something-Cool-Every-Day-2009/171640
• http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2009/03/13/photo-manipulations-by-erik-johansson/
• http://nerdparadise.com/science/chemistry/didyouknow/mountaindew/
• http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123680870885500701.html

Chuck Norris

This is it folks. Chuck Norris has "claimed" his tears don't cure cancer -- and has gone on to sue the publisher that wrote a book listing other various Chuck Norris facts. Well I, for one, don't blame him. Just cancer? Hell no! His tears cure world hunger, AIDS and the Black Plague! Oh and in case you still want to see this book, here it is.

And for those animators that read this particular blog, here is a tool for you! It's an animation stop watch for the iPod touch or iPhone. Check it out!

Links:

• www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSN2129580420071222
• www.fibble.net/animtimer.html

Phenominal Funk -- and more

While browsing the interwebs today, I came across an amazing work of art. This guy, Kutiman, came up with a brilliant idea. Why not take a ton of youtube videos, mash them together and create amazing songs and videos. Check out The Mother of All Funk Chords along with his other works. One of my favorites is below.

Pink Dolfins and Gay Ducks

I'm all for gay rights and what not. I've got no problems with that... as long as its not at the expense of your species. Three blue ducks in the UK were hanging out in a zoo, chillin', two being males and one female. Apparently she was the ugly duckling 'cause the two males fell for each other, there by putting the obscenely small population of blue ducks in the UK at risk. I say one of the males ought to take one for the team.

And did I mention the pink dolphin? Technically he's albino, but he's pink as a pink can be. I believe this is the first recorded case of an albino dolphin. Sweet!

Links:

• www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/wildlife/4962394/Blue-Ducks-likely-to-die-out-in-UK-after-male-birds-get-together.html
• www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/4927224/Pink-dolphin-appears-in-US-lake.html

Bring On Those Horses!

Sex! Everybody loves sex. Not every body loves sex on wheels... and that is exactly what this is. The new Murcielago (that's a Lamborghini for you slackers) is pulled by a herd 670 wild stallions. They pull this gorgeous car from 0-60 in 3.2 seconds and can tear by the ponies at a bucking 212 miles per hour. Yeehaw!

I may be more of a Ferrari man, but I can't deny hotness when I see it!



Links:

• www.gtspirit.com/2009/03/02/geneva-lamborghini-lp670-4-superveloce/

Fear of girls

Do girls scare you? Do you wake up in the middle of the night in a cold sweat screaming from the terror? Do you know the proper way to slay a goblin and the eating habits of Wood Trolls? Well then this is for you! So without further adeau, I present episode 1 of Fear of Girls (don't worry ... there are many more videos to enjoy from them)



Extras:

• Season 3 teaser
• Fear Of Girls YouTube Channel

HI-larious

Vagina!

Powerthirst!

An oldie, but a goodie

Quake and Teeth

As I was bumping around the BBC News website, I happened to across a couple very interesting articles. The first relates to new scientific breakthroughs and research being done for regrowing teeth. This would make dentures and thing of the past. I for one have broken a tooth or two in my time and would love to get rid of these veneers and have some whole teeth again.

And for the other, Quake. Most gamers have played a version of Quake or know someone that is utterly addicted to it. Thankfully, gamers will be able to get their fix anywhere thanks to new browser support for Quake III. That's right folks! Quake III will be able to be played online, and for free!

Weather Seeding

China has a history of weather seeding and trying to control their atmospheric environment, as noted by the preparation for the Olympics in Beijing. On a quick note, Beijing has been in a drought for nearly 40 years. Looks like they've done it. Yep. They were dinkin' around with their clouds and got a little more than they bargained for. Not only did it snow... but it ended up being enough to close down several of their major highways. I'm frankly rather impressed that it worked. I'm hoping it rains twenty dollar bills pretty soon. Lets get some weather seeding research done for that!

Links:

• http://www.reuters.com/article/environmentNews/idUSTRE51I10X20090219
  

Schadenfreude - To The Max!

Feeling down on life again? We all have our bad days, those days where we just want to stick our head in the sand. Luckily for us, we have outlets like www.fmylife.com. Not only does this provide a great place to get out what is seriously bugging you, but also provides those of us that need a little boost a place where we can feel better about ourselves! Thanks guys!

Links:

• www.fmylife.com

Traffic Tickets Galore

I find it impressive to rack up several tickets before the cops kinda go "huh... 17 outstanding, eh?" Makes you wonder how this guy, Prawo Jazdy, racked up 50 tickets in Ireland. Turns out "Prawo Jazdy" is Polish for Driving License. Oh I bet those cops felt like idiots when they figured that out.

Links:

• www.reuters.com/article/oddlyEnoughNews/idUSTRE51I3ZS20090219

The First of Many -- Top Gear

I absolutely adore Top Gear. It's a phenomenal show about cars, pranks and general competitive fun. Here is one of the many reasons I love this show:

Try Sleeping on These

I'd say I spend a good third of my life in bed, which explains why I went and got myself a good one. Naturally, someone out there decided to one-up mine and go design some crazy and obscure beds. Weird (and cool).



Links:

• http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2008/12/06/modern-beds-and-creative-bed-designs/

Parking Garages

Anybody who's anybody has been in a parking garage. That's a fact. Here's another one: I always get lost in parking garages. They can get confusing.... I mean, where the hell is that elevator? Did I park in section 3B or 4D. Sigh. Well Axel's lookin' out for me, and he's designed an incredible solution. Words! Now if only this thing wasn't in Australia. Le sigh.


Links:

• http://de-war.de
• http://de-war.de/eurekacarpark.html

The Library

Exciting right? Libraries always have a bit of charm to them. There's the smell, the ambience. The flip of a page, the hushed voices.

I like libraries. I enjoy walking along the shelves, running my fingers across book after book. I love standing at a shelf towering above me, loaded with pages and sheets, titles and authors. I'm not sure where this is, but this place is like a dream. Towering shelves! A painted ceiling! Gorgeous.

Links:

• www.papervision3d.org/demos/panorama/

Robots ... In Your Face!

That's right folks! Come on down! Who wouldn't be able to resist the new and exciting possibilities provided by robotics? This isn't exactly Star Trek and we aren't exactly turning into the Borg (yet) but here is the next step. Scientists are working on implementing artificial muscles in the face to allow people with facial paralysis the ability to regain natural control over facial functions. Pretty cool!

Links:

• http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn16612-innovation-robotic-faces-for-humans.html

Oh So Glorious Cakes

Cake's not my thing. There. I said it. Whew! Honestly, they're too dense and sweet for me. I'm more of a pie fan. Berry pie to be exact, with tangy goodness to tease my taste buds. Mmmm. Despite my palate's lack of appreciation for the finery of cake, my eyes have a completely different view. I love cake art. Check out these amazing designs. Not only are they tasty for others to eat, they're creative, inventive and downright gorgeous.

Yeah... That's a cake

Oh and in case you've never seen the end of a rainbow, there's no pot of gold. What's going on?! Lazy leprechauns!



Links:

• http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2009/02/11/27-beautiful-and-creative-cake-designs/
• http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2009/02/13/photographer-captures-the-end-of-the-rainbow-on-his-iphone-amazing-picture-115875-21119134/
  

The New Formula 1

Whether its the gritty feel of Rally Racing or the high performance, pushed-to-the-max F1, shows have dwindled, sponsors have bailed and things are getting too expensive.

Formula 1, in an effort to revitalize their market and level the playing field, has made some huge changes to their rules, their cars and the sport in general. And yes, I do happen to consider auto racing a sport!

It's pouring...

No really. The weather is atrocious, unless you like that sort of thing. I just happen to be one of those that love the rain and storms and thundering weather. In fact, one could say it's raining cats and dogs (don't hate me). It makes a warm bowl of soup taste that much better. Having a cat of my own is the only excuse I can give for linking such an overly cute website here. Well, that and my addiction to StumbleUpon.

Despite my apparent addiction to writing, an addiction I still won't admit, I have trouble reading. When I try and read the news I get fascinated by the headline and the pictures, get a few lines in and then get bored or my attention gets diverted (I have a horrid attention span). Not all that long ago a website popped up in my browser that revolutionized the way I read the news. Each news article here is a series of images with small captions. Click on an image to read/view the rest of the article and you will be inundated with spectacular photographs from some of the best photojournalists of our time. Every story is gorgeous, raw and truly gives The Big Picture.

Links:

• http://yawoot.com/post/1964
• http://www.stumbleupon.com
• http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/
  

Micro home

I've always said it. The Japanese are crazy ... crazy innovative! Here happens to be probably the smallest homes I've ever seen (can it be called a home?). It's an extremely compact and fully functional living space with an impressive array of utilities and function. If you really want to order one you can find them at their website, assuming you can read Japanese. These seem a little to claustrophobic for me.

Links:

• http://trendir.com/house-design/micro-compact-home-from-japan-futuristic-paco-house.html
• http://www.paco.bz

And so shall we begin

As always, I have come across many links to my liking. As I continue through the drudgery of the day, my mind wanders endlessly only to be roped in and trampled by the new, the exciting and the few websites that catch my fancy. Here, I will post those few, those new and the exciting. Here lie the pages that pulled me from my wandering and gave me fuel for my pondering.

Tree houses have always been a passion of mine. I had one as a child. O.k., that is quite the understatement. Tree houses popped up just about everywhere I did. Some had secret doors, others rope elevators. Those were the luxuries of living in a heavily forested region; a region known as the redwood curtain. Well, now I'm grown and I have a busy life, but luckily there is a company looking out for me. With my upgraded life comes upgraded tree houses.

Now this guy doesn't just create a tree house. This is the complete package. The whole enchilada. These are ... Free Spirit Spheres (wow). And you can buy your very own right now! But hey, we don't all have giant trees in our backyards, or even a shrubbery. No matter. You can stay in one of theirs (ooo neato). Check it out!

... on second thought - is it bad to start a blog on Friday the 13th? I foresee good things ahead!

Links:

• http://freespiritspheres.com