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Connecticut Senator Searching for "Rape Scene" In GTA IV

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 09:00 PM CDT

Anyone who's played GTA IV remembers that infamous rape scene in the game, which allowed to accumulate points and…what's that? You…you don't remember that? Oooooh, that's right, because there wasn't one. Well, try explaining that to Connecticut Senator, Gayle Slossberg (D).

Straight-to-Web video camcorder is easy to use

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:50 PM CDT

(CNET) -- The Flip Video Mino is the fourth generation of Pure Digital's popular straight-to-Web mini camcorder, designed to make shooting and sharing low-resolution videos very easy.

This Entire Neighborhood has Shared Solar Heating

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:50 PM CDT

A community in Canada has an unusual form of solar power that can provide over 90% of the annual heating and hot water needs for its 52 homes, despite being situated in a cold Alberta location where winter temperatures can reach -33 degrees C (-27 F).

How to Drive the World's Fastest Roads [using Google Maps]

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:40 PM CDT

Modern sports cars can hit 200 miles per hour right off the assembly line, but you're lucky to crawl more than 60 mph on your commute. Take heart: If you're willing to travel, you can find a playground for the lead-footed on almost any continent....

For Digg.com Users From Ralph Nader

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:30 PM CDT

http://digg.com/elections/ now live!

Rogers, you ruined my iPhone dream.

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:20 PM CDT

With all these shity data plans, Rogers really screwed by iPhone dream.

Athletes use Viagra for Competitive Edge

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:10 PM CDT

Athletes looking for a Performance Boost are increasingly turning to a little blue pill more usually taken for its off-the-field benefits: Viagra.

VelociRaptors In RAID 5, A Case Study In Speed

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 08:00 PM CDT

The team at HotHardware decided to RAID up not two but three WD VelociRaptor drives in a RAID 5 configuration with an Areca PCIe X8 hardware RAID card, to see what the numbers looked like. This is only a quick-take on read performance but it certainly gives you a sense of scale and what these drives are capable of in the right environment.

Relationship Between Energy Costs & Potential War with Iran

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 07:50 PM CDT

Discussion in the House of Representatives about the relationship between the cost of oil and threat of war with Iran, highlighting the irresponsible foreign policy that threatens to escalate the problem.

McCain's Eight Most Inappropriate Jokes

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 07:40 PM CDT

Everyone likes a presidential candidate with a decent sense of humor. But John McCain has a history of of making off-color jokes, ranging from the bizarre, to the inappropriate, to the downright vicious. A look at the most shocking.

U.S. Treasury Prepares New $5 Bill [PIC]

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 07:30 PM CDT

Coming soon to a cash register near you. The old $5 bills will continue to be accepted and recirculated until they wear out.

The 25 Worst Television Dramas Of All Time

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 07:20 PM CDT

TV Crunch has proposed this list as the 25 worst television dramas. Do you agree?

Exclusive: Hellboy II Film Clip!

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 07:10 PM CDT

Check out the exclusive clip below entitled "Johann smacks Red around the locker room"

Sourceforge.net Blocked In Mainland China

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 07:00 PM CDT

SourceForge, the world's largest development and download repository of Open Source code and applications, appears to blocked in Mainland China on the eve of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.The current blocking may be related to the recent anti-China protests of Beijing Olympic Games, which began on 8 August in Beijing.

The Bill Gates Timeline

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 06:50 PM CDT

Here it is, the definitive Bill Gates timeline. It may contain some bugs and lack some features, but it works: from his parents to the last day of his work at Microsoft, the Bill Gates timeline shows his personal and business adventure—on the top—in relation to the tech industry—on the bottom—as his company takes over it all.

The Douchiest Phone Message In History

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 06:40 PM CDT

In all my years of studying douchebaggery, never have i encountered anything like this. It's such pure and unadulterated douche that I wish I could bottle it and use just a drop of it at a time.

IsoHunt Goes Secure, Adds SSL Encryption

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 06:30 PM CDT

ISPs and authorities increasingly use Deep Packet Inspection hardware to block access to BitTorrent sites, or spy on users' browsing habits. To offer its users more privacy, isoHunt has now added SSL encryption, making it impossible for your ISP or the authorities to monitor your activities on the BitTorrent site.

Ex-Intel Chairman Trying To Push For Electric Cars

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 06:00 PM CDT

Former Intel chairman Andy Grove believes energy and transportation has hit a "strategic inflection point". During the past year and a half, Grove has created his own crash course in electric power, plug-in hybrid vehicles and finding ways of shifting the nation's fleet of vehicles from gas. His goal: To draw more attention to electric vehicles.

Hollywood's 5 Hottest Ugly Ducklings

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:50 PM CDT

Usually, we get to see celebrities get uglier over time (we're looking at YOU, Britney). Which is why when the opposite happens, we get excited. It's always nice when an ugly duckling turns into a swan. So without further adieu, we present to you Hollywood's 5 Hottest Ugly Ducklings

Behind the Scenes of the 'Fresno Ball-Girl' Video

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:50 PM CDT

You've probably already seen the recent "Ball Girl Makes Incredible Catch" video that is making the rounds on the internet. In the 39-second clip, a ball girl at Fresno's Chukchansi Park climbs the left-field wall to make an amazing leaping catch. Well, at least some of what appears in that video actually happened. Here's what really happened....

Remake of "Clash of the Titans" On Fast Track At WB

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:40 PM CDT

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures are really keen on Lawrence Kasdan's draft of CLASH OF THE TITANS. WB is looking to rush the remake of the 1981 cult classic into production however, Stephen Norrington has dropped out of directing the remake due to budgetary issues. The project is now out to directors.

Maria Sharapova's See-Through Top at Wimbledon [PICS]

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:40 PM CDT

After much hype, tennis - and fashion - lovers have been following court action with anticipation since Wimbledon began on Monday. And despite sneak previews into the outfit for Maria Sharapova's debut match, the glamour girl still managed to cause a jaw-dropping stir. A see-through top, ensured Maria came up trumps in the style stakes today.

Moving Forward With America’s Fastest Eco-friendly Train

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:20 PM CDT

A transportation bill was passed earlier this month for this fast eco-friendly train going on a proposed route from Disneyland to Vegas. The train is levitated, propelled, and guided by electromagnetic forces, with speeds up to 300 mph.

The 10 Amazingly Funny Baby Pictures You Never Want to Miss

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:11 PM CDT

In basic English usage, a baby is defined as a human child at the youngest stage of life, specifically before they can walk and generally before the age of one. Who doesn't love a baby? We've collected a list of 10 amazingly funny baby pictures, which you certainly would not want to miss. Without any further ado..here we go,

Affordable 150 MPG car coming soon

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:01 PM CDT

Only wish it was coming sooner.

Robot Conducts The Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 05:00 PM CDT

Honda's ASIMO robot conducts the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to raise awareness for music education.

After Oil Hits $300 a Barrel (PIC)

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 04:31 PM CDT

13 Ways to Fly Easily & Comfortably

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 04:20 PM CDT

#5) "Make a call." If you get to the gate and the airline says you've lost your seat, contact the Coalition for an Airline Passengers' Bill of Rights at 877-359-3776. Kate Hanni, the group's founder, says stranded passengers have told her that seats were suddenly found when they called CAPBOR from the airport and let airline personnel know...

McCain claiming credit for passing the GI Bill he opposed

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 04:10 PM CDT

What does McCain mean by 'we' in this context? "I'm happy to tell you that we probably agreed to an increase in educational benefits..." Claiming credit for a bill you opposed and didn't vote for is the ultimate form of credit claiming and McCain is just the person to go where every person with half a brain would know not to go.

Bill Gates Bids A Teary Farewell To Microsoft

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 04:10 PM CDT

"There won't be a day in my life when I won't be thinking about Microsoft, the great things that we're doing and wanting to help," said Gates, who wiped away tears as the group of employees rose to give him a standing ovation.

Ineligible for the NBA and College: Undrafted Underclassmen

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 04:00 PM CDT

Mississippi State junior Jamont Gordon and USC freshman Davon Jefferson got a tough lesson Thursday. After leaving school early, both failed to be selected in the NBA draft. They flushed away their college eligibility, they lost their amateur status and now they'll be trying to make a team as a free agent.

How Many Hours Do You Have to Work to Fill Your Gas Tank?

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 04:00 PM CDT

Only you will know exactly how much your vehicle is costing you, and if not, Max Lindberg from Gas 2.0 hopes these guides will help you determine your own costs.

Bill Gates: Beginnings to billionaire

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 03:50 PM CDT

Photo history of the man behind Microsoft. Check out some great geek shots.

"Flooded London" and a NASA Scientists Prophetic Warning

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 03:30 PM CDT

Last Friday the Medcalf Gallery in London debuted the "Flooded London" series, a photographic depiction of the future of London as it is overtaken by the rising sea. On Monday, exactly 20 years after warning us about global warming, NASA scientist James Hansen told congress that time's up and he warned of such apocalyptic consequences.

Jason Bourne 4 is a Go, To Be Released in 2010

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 03:20 PM CDT

Producer Frank Marshall revealed plans to begin shooting a fourth Jason Bourne movie next Summer, for release in 2010. Universal announced the project back in February, with director Paul Greengrass and star Matt Damon set to return. Marshall also confirmed that they will probably be creating an original story for the fourth film.

Digg the Candidates updates

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 03:10 PM CDT

We just released a new version of Digg the Candidates today - check it out if you're interested in following the latest U.S. presidential election news on Digg.

Nike Finally Releasing McFly 2015 Sneakers, Sort Of

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 03:00 PM CDT

People have been clamoring for Marty McFly's future Nike's from Back to the Future Part II for years now, but Nike has done nothing about it. Until now. They aren't releasing the actual shoes from the movie, unfortunately, but they are releasing shoes "inspired by" those future kicks. It's a start.

Coming Soon: Batman vs. Batman vs. Batman

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 02:50 PM CDT

Trailer for the movie that finally answers the question: who's the best movie Batman ever?

Larry David Wants Cancer Level Sympathy for His Baldness

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 02:50 PM CDT

A message from Larry David about how cancer is ruining his life even though he doesn't actually have it. Would a free meal and a little sympathy sex here and there really kill anyone?

Japan, Seeking Trim Waists, Measures Millions

Posted: 27 Jun 2008 02:50 PM CDT

Waistlines are measured by employers to determine the overall health of the company. Those with overweight employees are fined, and unhealthy employees are shamed into becoming thinner, else being labeled a "metabo." Retirees and family members are also included. The question is asked: could this work in the US with our much larger populace?

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