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TAKE THAT RUSSIA Rice signs missile defense deal with Poland

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 09:10 PM CDT

Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and her Polish counterpart signed a deal Wednesday to build a U.S. missile defense base in Poland, an agreement that prompted an infuriated Russia to warn of a possible attack against the former Soviet satellite. The deal to install 10 U.S. interceptor missiles just 115 miles from Russia's westernmost frontier al

5 Strangely Awesome Acts of Revenge [WTF?]

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 09:00 PM CDT

We all have fantasies of getting even with people who annoy us … but we seldom actually go through with them . Here are some examples of what could happen if we did.

Political outrage! Bob Barr wants in on the debates

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 09:00 PM CDT

Diversity of opinion? In America? Next thing they'll want to count every vote too

Famous Logo Designs

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 08:50 PM CDT

Nice collection of famous logo designs.

The 6 Hottest Daily Show Guests

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 08:35 PM CDT

See Jon Stewart stutter through interviews with the 6 hottest ladies in Daily Show history.

Apple hit with class-action lawsuit over iPhone 3G flakiness

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 08:20 PM CDT

We all knew it was coming, it was just a matter of time. A lawsuit has been filed against Apple over what the plaintiff is referring to as the "Defective iPhone 3G," which she hopes will become a class-action complaint.

The Truth About Co-ed Dorm Bathrooms

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 08:00 PM CDT

A POV walk through a typical college bathroom experience, in all its grimy loofah glory.

Denis Dyack Learns He Is Banned From Just About Everything

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 07:50 PM CDT

Denis Dyack is not having a good week. His magnum opus Too Human hits shelves today and reviews have been embarrassing. Worse yet, he was just banned from popular video game forum NeoGaf after publicly insulting them. Nice job! Sadly, though, that was just the beginning of his epic quest of fail.

U.S. Basketball Men Blow Out Australia

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 07:40 PM CDT

Don't doubt this U.S. men's basketball team - and sure don't challenge them, either.Especially if it's going to make Kobe Bryant flash his NBA MVP form. Bryant scored 25 points in his best game in Beijing, and the men's U.S. Olympic team advanced to the semifinals by beating Australia 116-85 on Wednesday night.

Metal Screw Found In McDonald's Apple Pie

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 07:20 PM CDT

A woman from NY took a bite of a McDonald's apple pie and found a metal screw inside.

Question Answered: Did Harvey 'Two-Face' Dent Live Or Die?

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 07:00 PM CDT

Despite memorial service in the film, many fans thought villain would return for 'Batman 3.'

Watchdogs make it harder for politicians to stretch the trut

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 06:50 PM CDT

How are you going to lie about meeting Mother Teresa???

7 Original Recordings that Blow the Remakes Away

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 06:50 PM CDT

Here are seven that I'll take any day over their more famous covers.

Sleep-Eating: Scarier Than I Thought

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 06:30 PM CDT

While everyone has heard of sleep walking, some people suffer from a related condition that's almost a secret. It's called SRED, Sleep Related Eating Disorder, also known as sleep-eatining.

U.S. economy hit by surging inflation

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 06:15 PM CDT

Wholesale inflation soared in July, leaving U.S. prices rising at the fastest pace in nearly three decades. While recent declines in oil and other commodity prices raise hopes inflation may have peaked, some economists worry about the widespread nature of the July price surge and caution it will take more time for that pressure to ease on Wall St.

Steve Jobs says fix for crashing iPhone apps coming in Sept.

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 06:00 PM CDT

AppleInsider is reporting that one of its readers has received one of Steve Jobs's legendary one-line e-mails in response to his complaints of third-party iPhone app crashes.

Is 'Guitar Hero' saving rock 'n' roll?

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 05:53 PM CDT

Metallica's Lars Ulrich loves Black Sabbath and Deep Purple -- and so does his 10-year-old son.

RIAA Now Says Illicit CDs Worth $13.74

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 05:52 PM CDT

A federal judge is handing a Louisiana man a year in prison for pirating thousands of DVDs and CDs in a case highlighting the Motion Picture Association of America's wildly varying valuation of pirated discs.

The Worst CAPTCHAs of All Time [PICS]

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 05:30 PM CDT

These are totally crazy.

Tiger Woods Can Walk on Water. He's Just That Good.

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 05:20 PM CDT

You thought the Jesus shot in the Tiger Woods video game was a glitch, but it's actually ultra realistic.

Judge lifts fare card hack gag order, punts on 1st Amendment

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 04:40 PM CDT

In court today, Judge George O'Toole refused the Massachussetts Bay Transit Authority's request to impose an additional five-month gag order against five students the MBTA had accused of violating Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA).

McCain Hints at Support for a Military Draft in America

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 04:30 PM CDT

Today at a town hall meeting, an audience member praised Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) for his vow to "follow bin Laden to the gates of hell." After a long question about veterans' care, the questioner said she believed we needed to reinstate the draft, to which McCain seemed to readily agree.

Stryde Hax: Hack the Olympics!

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 04:20 PM CDT

There's been some widely publicized controversy regarding the competition age of the Chinese women's gymnastics team recently. I have an Internet connection, that means I should be able to verify the age of the gymnasts in question with primary state-issued documents and find out for myself if someone's cheating, right? Right. Let's go to work.

It's Better to Be Fat and Fit Than Skinny and Unfit

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 04:10 PM CDT

Despite concerns about an obesity epidemic, there is growing evidence that our obsession about weight as a primary measure of health may be misguided.

The 8 Scariest Video Games this Fall

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:50 PM CDT

With Halloween around the corner, a handful of horrifying games are being prepped to leave their pants-wetting-induced mark on your couch this fall. We're here to set you straight on the ways of the fright. Which game is the creepiest? Which has the most zombies? And most importantly: who you gonna call?

Camelina Sativa Could be The Next Biofuel Miracle Crop

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:40 PM CDT

Camelina Sativa is garnering some attention of its own for its potential as a biofuel that would work with, not against, food crops.

Fellow POW Won't Vote For McCain

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:30 PM CDT

Dr. Phillip Butler, a former POW who also attended the US Naval Academy with Senator John McCain, writes an Op Ed in The Military Times telling why he will not be voting for John McCain.

7 Actors Who Should Play Bill Hicks

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:20 PM CDT

Russell Crowe says he might star in a biopic of the late, great stand-up Bill Hicks, but I can't help but think there are some actors who would be better suited for the role.

Obama's lost brother found in Kenya sShanty tTown

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:10 PM CDT

Mr Obama, 26, the youngest of the presidential candidate's half-brothers, spoke for the first time about his life, which could not be more different than that of the Democratic contender.

Ratatat Music Video Made Entirely w/ Clips From 'Predator'

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:10 PM CDT

This is Ratatat's music video for Mirando off their LP3 release. The entire video is made up of clips from Predator cut in various ways and is extremely cool. Basically exactly what you'd expect from these guys.

Only In America: Son Of Undocumented Immigrant Wins Gold

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:00 PM CDT

Henry Cejudo's uniquely American story started with a single mother who taught him what it meant to truly fight. His mother Nelly – an undocumented immigrant — moved him and his siblings several times chasing work and opportunity. Cejudo just won the freestyle wrestling Olympic gold. Today, our nation proudly called Cejudo one of our own.

New iPhone Comes Loaded with Photos of the Girl Who Made It

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 03:00 PM CDT

We've seen pictures from the factory coming loaded on new iPhones before, but this is the first time we've seen what appear to be intentional snapshots loaded on a new iPhone. Surprise: the person who put your iPhone together is an cute girl!

Divals: a love story

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 02:30 PM CDT

This is why I love Digg!

Incredible Tree-Climbing Goats [PICS]

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 02:20 PM CDT

Before you jump to conclusions: no, these were not created by a bored geek in Photoshop. These uncanny animals really do climb Argan trees of Morocco in search of food. Just don't stand beneath one!

Red-Light Cameras Just Don’t Work

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 02:10 PM CDT

Red-light cameras are designed to take a picture of a car's license plate if the driver runs a red light.These cameras are popping up in city after city as officials theorize that if drivers know they're being watched, they'll be less likely to run the lights. But do they work? Or is it just another way to increase city revenue from traffic tickets

Big Plastic Paid Off The FDA???

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 01:30 PM CDT

When legitimate scientists have conducted studies on BPA, it is consistently linkedto obesity, developmental problems, risk for heart attack, and breast andprostate cancer. Even if there was the slightest chance that BPA was dangerous the FDA should've banned it from plastics, especially BABY BOTTLES. What could be worse for a baby ...

Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro Writing Hobbit Themselves

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 01:20 PM CDT

Peter Jackson and Guillermo del Toro have officially announced that they're writing The Hobbit and its follow-up themselves. I never thought so much buzz could come from an announcement about writing, but that's what happens when it's The Hobbit! There's not a single thing to be worried about here.

1 Block Off the Grid Rolling Out Community Solar Initiative

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 01:10 PM CDT

We also wanted to make sure we selected a partner that was capable of moving rapidly so our members could benefit from the maximum potential rebates and solar incentives before they decline or expire.

The 25 Most Colorful Lakes on Earth [pics+]

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 01:00 PM CDT

Lets explore some of Mother Nature's most colorful works. The kaleidoscope of colors presented in this series of spectacular lake images, encapsulate the incredible natural beauty of enclosed expanses of water.

McCain takes 5-point lead over Obama - Reuters/Zogby poll

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 12:51 PM CDT

In a sharp turnaround, Sen. John McCain has opened a 5-point lead on Democrat Obama and is seen as a stronger manager of the economy. Obama's support among Democrats fell 9% this month to 74%. He slipped among Catholics, born-again Christians, women, independents. Obama's support among voters between 18 and 29 slipped 12% to 52%.

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