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5 Deeply Disturbing Things About Last Night’s RNC

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 09:00 PM CDT

In retrospect, there were some pretty frightening revelations on display here...

Why you're actually playing as bad guys in Gears Of War

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 08:40 PM CDT

Gears Of War 2 is going to be great, right? Huge battlefields comprising hundreds of warriors. New levels of devastation that genuinely elevate things to the state of all-out war. A truly, truly epic fight for the future of the planet. It absolutely cannot fail to be fun. Read on to find out why we've been playing the bad guys all along.

“Anyone Who Thinks The LHC Will Destroy The World is a Twat"

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 08:30 PM CDT

I'm a huge fan of Brian Cox. He's often referred to as the "rockstar of physics," which is a big complement considering the stereotypical physicist in everyone's mind. From the get-go you know that Professor Cox is a guy you want in your laboratory, and you can see why from this excellent TED lecture he gave in Monterey, CA, this year.

New iTunes Visualizer will be the Stunning Magnetosphere

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 08:10 PM CDT

According to rumors, the new iTunes 8 presumably coming next week at the Apple "Let Us Rock" event will come with some beautiful new visualizations. Now, new rumors say that the new visualizations will actually be Magnetosphere, a formerly-available plugin by artist Robert Hodgins. After seeing the gorgeous video above, I hope this rumor ends up be

If You Have Dreams Like This, You Need A Vacation [COMIC]

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 07:50 PM CDT

Calvin experiences the negative effects of deja-vu

The Best of Johnny Drama: Quotes and Clips

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 07:40 PM CDT

First there was the impressive list of Babes of Entourage and then there were some photos from the premiere party. Now it is time to get to one of the best parts of the whole show. Johnny Drama. Here are some of his best quotes and some video clips.

Exclusive: Russell Crowe is Moriarity in Richie's Sherlock

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 07:20 PM CDT

Professor James Moriarty is a fictional character who is the best-known antagonist (and nemesis) of the detective Sherlock Holmes. Widely considered to be the first true example of a super villain, Moriarty is a criminal mastermind, described by Holmes as the "Napoleon of Crime". So who is going to play WATSON?

5 Cheap Tricks TV Shows Use To Keep You Watching

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 07:10 PM CDT

Not many of you are watching TV any more, or at least not as many as in years past. And as more people tune out (or just steal the shows off Bittorrent) the networks think up more and more cheap tricks to keep you hooked.

Apple to developer: No, you pull MY finger

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 07:00 PM CDT

Apple apparently doesn't think fart jokes are very funny...

Apple Files Voice,Finger,Gaze and Facial Recognition Patent

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 06:50 PM CDT

Apple has many more ideas for multi-touch and is working on adding new technology that could improve multi-touch accuracy, enable more detailed gestures and perhaps change the way you use your computer.Apple has filed and almost endless number of multi-touch-related patent applications since the iPhone was introduced.

The real WWF (PIC)

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 06:40 PM CDT

Tropicana:Our 100% Juice Could Contain "Anything From Nature

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 06:30 PM CDT

Try to get a straight answer out of Tropicana as to what "natural flavors" are in their 100% juice.

Why is the Internet so infuriatingly slow?

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 06:14 PM CDT

Everyone hates their Internet service provider. And with good cause: In the age of ubiquitous Internet access, Web service in America is still often frustratingly slow. Tired of being the villain, telecom companies have assigned blame for this problem to a new bad guy. He's called the "bandwidth hog,"

Where The Rich Go To Drive Fast

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 06:14 PM CDT

Bill McMichael braked his new Ferrari F430 Scuderia into the turn, downshifting as he went into the corner. Then he punched it on the straightaway. Pedal down, engine whining an octave higher, the sleek, black car closed in on 140 mph within seconds.

Michigan law passed requiring MediaSentry to have PI license

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 06:14 PM CDT

MediaSentry is the hired gun that hunts down filesharers for the RIAA, and the company's activities have raised the question as to whether it should be licensed as a private investigator in some states where it operates. Michigan was one such state, and has now enacted a law that clearly indicates MediaSentry needs a license.

A hands-on overview of the Access Linux Platform

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 05:42 PM CDT

A the recent LinuxWord conference, Ars got the chance to test drive a mobile Linux platform that has developers talking: the ACCESS Linux Platform. We also spent some quality time with the SDK, and had a chat with the folks at ACCESS.

The fastest Drive storage in the world..

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 05:32 PM CDT

Engineers at in England and California have set a record in storage speed, outperforming the current rate by more than 250 percent. By combining Flash solid-state technology and IBM's storage virtualization technology, the researchers were able to transfer data at more than 1 million Input/Output (I/O) per second.

Angels Batter Strikes Out On 4-2 Pitch [Non-Onion Story]

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 05:21 PM CDT

Angels second baseman Sean Rodriguez actually struck out in the fourth inning on Thursday at Comerica Park on a 4-2 pitch. Rodriguez took two balls to take it to a 3-2 count officially -- when he should have walked. Since the Angels didn't catch the mistake, there was no course for appeal...

Just take the blocks and don't fuck with me!

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 05:00 PM CDT

The Man Behind Palin's Speech

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 04:50 PM CDT

Bush speechwriter Matthew Scully had crafted the message even before Palin was picked. A match made in heaven.

APOD: Milky Way Road Trip

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 04:30 PM CDT

In search of planets and the summer Milky Way, astronomer Tunç Tezel took an evening road trip. Last Saturday, after driving the winding road up Uludag, a mountain near Bursa, Turkey, he was rewarded by this beautiful skyview to the south.

Apples and pears at risk due to dramatic decline.....

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 04:11 PM CDT

British apples and pears are under threat because of a dramatic decline in honeybee numbers, experts have warned.The bee population in Britain has fallen by a third over the past year alone due to bad weather, insecticides and soaring numbers of parasitic mites.

For the love of TV, don't move this fan!

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 04:10 PM CDT

Anchorage Daily News Says Palin is Stonewalling

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 03:40 PM CDT

"Gov. Sarah Palin is taking the wrong approach to Troopergate. She should be practicing the open and transparent, ethical and accountable government she promised when running for governor and boasts about now that she's on the national stage. Instead, Gov. Palin has begun stonewalling the..."

The Issue Sarah Palin Must Address: I Want to See Her Naked

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 03:40 PM CDT

If you've visited digg.com at any point over the past two weeks, you've probably seen a ton of articles about Sarah Palin. Various scandals she may be involved in. Various scandals she someday will be involved in.

Breaking: Same Lobbyist, Another Bridge, TO WASILLA.

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 03:40 PM CDT

Wasilla Lobbyist, Silver, lobbying for Palin on bridge to Wasilla

Investigation into Palin Now on Fast Track

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 03:30 PM CDT

Sources Tell ABC News that Report Will Be Released Almost Three Weeks Early

Penn State suspends three players for Oregon State game

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 03:20 PM CDT

A Penn State football player has been kicked off the team for an undisclosed violation of team rules, and three others will miss this weekend's game against Oregon State because of a separate, off-field issue coach Joe Paterno said Thursday.

Well, that settles it.

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 03:01 PM CDT

FCC Chair responds to Comcast lawsuit: we still want answers

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 02:50 PM CDT

FCC Chair Kevin Martin says that even if Comcast is appealing its net neutrality Order, the agency still wants to know what the heck "protocol-agnostic" means.

Take a closer look at the RNC confetti!

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 02:40 PM CDT

Take a look what they've shredded....

New Concentrated Solar Tech: Simple, Cheap and Efficient

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 02:30 PM CDT

Morgan Solar, a Toronto-based company launched last summer, believes it has the answer to creating simple and cheap solar concentrators.

This is war: insider describes how devs punish game journos

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 02:10 PM CDT

It's not rare to hear talk about the pressure developers put on game writers for favorable coverage. What is unusual is hearing someone from the other side describe how he or she can break game writers... and why they think it's perfectly ok to do so.

"Bust or Bail"

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 02:10 PM CDT

On Aug. 30th Thrasher Magazine hosted the Bust or Bail comp at the legendary Paul Revere 16 stair. Jake Phelps ran the show offering money on the spot for gi...

20 Masterpieces of Green Graffiti [pics]

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 01:51 PM CDT

Imagine an art form that uses living, respiring material; an art form that creates mini eco-systems in often complex and beautiful patterns. It changes the face of urban landscapes and redefines the term "urban jungle.This is green graffiti – crafted in moss and grass; incredible works of a rare and unusual art form & how to make it yourself.

Norwegian Base Jumper's Parachute Fails

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 01:50 PM CDT

Hans Lange attempted a dangerous base jump down a Norwegian mountain but when he hit his parachute it failed causing him to bounce down the mountainside.

EPIC Sign Held Up at McCain's RNC Speech

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 01:40 PM CDT

Note the security guards quickly taking it down. CSPAN cut away from this very quickly.

Sony Sends Cease and Desist To McCain-Palin For 'Barracuda'

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 01:30 PM CDT

Ann and Nancy Wilson of Heart said Thursday night that Universal Music Publishing and Sony BMG have sent a cease and desist notice to the McCain-Palin campaign over their use of 'Barracuda.' "We have asked the Republican campaign publicly not to use our music. We hope our wishes will be honored," the group said in a statement "condemning" its use.

iPhone Might Be Able To Replace All Your Remotes

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 01:00 PM CDT

The iPhone makes for a great universal touchscreen remote for everything from your AC to your living room blinds to your music collection.

Dance Club Lets Patrons Produce Energy

Posted: 05 Sep 2008 12:50 PM CDT

WATT club, which just opened today, features a dance floor where the disco lights become more dynamic as people get their groove on. The floor even has a meter to show people how much energy they're producing at any given moment.

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