Grid.org
"Grid.org is a single destination site for large-scale, non-profit research projects of global significance. With the participation of over 3 million devices worldwide, grid.org projects like Cancer Research, Anthrax Research, Smallpox Research and the new Human Proteome Folding Project (running in conjunction with IBM's new World Community Grid) have achieved record levels of processing speed and success.
"Grid.org projects are powered by United Devices' Grid MP technology, the leading solution for commercial enterprise grid deployments."
Friday, December 31, 2004
Thursday, December 30, 2004
Ailing Clark to Watch Eve Special From Bed
Regis Philbin? New Year's Suckin' Eve...if you ask me. Although, I guess this proves that Dick Clark is in fact mortal after all. Unless this is a ruse.
Ailing Clark to Watch Eve Special From Bed
"'American Bandstand' icon Dick Clark plans to watch his New Year's Eve show from the hospital bed where he is recovering from a stroke.
"Clark, 75, suffered what was described as a mild stroke and has been hospitalized since Dec. 6. Regis Philbin is filling in for America's oldest teenager on ABC-TV's 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2005' on Friday."
Ailing Clark to Watch Eve Special From Bed
"'American Bandstand' icon Dick Clark plans to watch his New Year's Eve show from the hospital bed where he is recovering from a stroke.
"Clark, 75, suffered what was described as a mild stroke and has been hospitalized since Dec. 6. Regis Philbin is filling in for America's oldest teenager on ABC-TV's 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2005' on Friday."
American Red Cross - Online Donation Form
I know that I can't right now, but if you have some money to spare maybe you should consider helping out somewhere else in the world (or even in your own town).
American Red Cross - Online Donation Form
American Red Cross - Online Donation Form
Google Technology
This has always been a favorite site of mine. Yes, this is really on the Google site. Trying looking for the hiring opportunities on their lunar base.
Google Technology
"As a Google user, you're familiar with the speed and accuracy of a Google search. How exactly does Google manage to find the right results for every query as quickly as it does? The heart of Google's search technology is PigeonRank™, a system for ranking web pages developed by Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin at Stanford University."
Google Technology
"As a Google user, you're familiar with the speed and accuracy of a Google search. How exactly does Google manage to find the right results for every query as quickly as it does? The heart of Google's search technology is PigeonRank™, a system for ranking web pages developed by Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin at Stanford University."
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
'Law & Order' Star Jerry Orbach Dies
'Law & Order' Star Jerry Orbach Dies
"Actor Jerry Orbach, who played a sardonic, seen-it-all cop on TV's 'Law & Order' and scored on Broadway as a song-and-dance man, has died of prostate cancer at 69, a representative of the show said Wednesday."
"Actor Jerry Orbach, who played a sardonic, seen-it-all cop on TV's 'Law & Order' and scored on Broadway as a song-and-dance man, has died of prostate cancer at 69, a representative of the show said Wednesday."
Websnark.com: The 2004 Shortbread Recipents for Bringing the Funny
A very long list of webcomics, maybe you'll find something you like. Something Positive made the list.
Websnark.com: The 2004 Shortbread Recipents for Bringing the Funny
"This warm plate of Shortbread (Tasty, Tasty Shortbread) is going out to those webcomics that I feel most Brought the Funny in 2004. Bear in mind, these are the strips I read that I think succeeded. I don't read every webcomic (I doubt I read 5% of all the webcomics out there. I doubt you do too, for a statistically valid description of 'you.') So I don't claim this to be an objective list of the best, funniest webcomics in the world. These are the ones that made me smile, pretty much every day."
Websnark.com: The 2004 Shortbread Recipents for Bringing the Funny
"This warm plate of Shortbread (Tasty, Tasty Shortbread) is going out to those webcomics that I feel most Brought the Funny in 2004. Bear in mind, these are the strips I read that I think succeeded. I don't read every webcomic (I doubt I read 5% of all the webcomics out there. I doubt you do too, for a statistically valid description of 'you.') So I don't claim this to be an objective list of the best, funniest webcomics in the world. These are the ones that made me smile, pretty much every day."
Monday, December 27, 2004
From Sir Arthur regarding the recent tsunamis in South and Southeast Asia
From Sir Arthur regarding the recent tsunamis in South and Southeast Asia
"Thank you for your concern about my safety in the wake of Sunday’s devastating tidal wave.
"I am enormously relieved that my family and household have escaped the ravages of the sea that suddenly invaded most parts of coastal Sri Lanka, leaving a trail of destruction.
"But many others were not so fortunate. For hundreds of thousands of Sri Lankans and an unknown number of foreign tourists, the day after Christmas turned out to be a living nightmare reminiscent of The Day After Tomorrow.
"Among those affected are my staff based at our diving station in Hikkaduwa and holiday bungalow in Kahawa – both beachfront properties located in areas worst hit. We still don’t know the fully extent of damage as both roads and phones have been damaged. Early reports indicate that we have lost most of our diving equipment and boats. Not all our staff members are accounted for – yet.
"This is indeed a disaster of unprecedented magnitude for Sri Lanka which lacks the resources and capacity to cope with the aftermath. We are all trying to contribute to the relief efforts. We shall keep you informed as we learn more about what happened.
"Curiously enough, in my first book on Sri Lanka, I had written about another tidal wave reaching the Galle harbour (see Chapter 8 in The Reefs of Taprobane, 1957). That happened in August 1883, following the eruption of Krakatoa in roughly the same part of the Indian Ocean.
"Arthur Clarke
"27 December 2004"
"Thank you for your concern about my safety in the wake of Sunday’s devastating tidal wave.
"I am enormously relieved that my family and household have escaped the ravages of the sea that suddenly invaded most parts of coastal Sri Lanka, leaving a trail of destruction.
"But many others were not so fortunate. For hundreds of thousands of Sri Lankans and an unknown number of foreign tourists, the day after Christmas turned out to be a living nightmare reminiscent of The Day After Tomorrow.
"Among those affected are my staff based at our diving station in Hikkaduwa and holiday bungalow in Kahawa – both beachfront properties located in areas worst hit. We still don’t know the fully extent of damage as both roads and phones have been damaged. Early reports indicate that we have lost most of our diving equipment and boats. Not all our staff members are accounted for – yet.
"This is indeed a disaster of unprecedented magnitude for Sri Lanka which lacks the resources and capacity to cope with the aftermath. We are all trying to contribute to the relief efforts. We shall keep you informed as we learn more about what happened.
"Curiously enough, in my first book on Sri Lanka, I had written about another tidal wave reaching the Galle harbour (see Chapter 8 in The Reefs of Taprobane, 1957). That happened in August 1883, following the eruption of Krakatoa in roughly the same part of the Indian Ocean.
"Arthur Clarke
"27 December 2004"
Free Shadowrun pdf Downloads
Please note: This is a post from 2004, and since that is a few years (and FanPro is no longer the publishers of record for Shadowrun) ago, I have deactivated the link and comments to this post. Not everything on the Internet is forever. :)
I am sure that this is a limited time offer, and since it is dated the 24th, people should probably try to take advantage of this as quickly as they can. Free is free, after all.
Official Shadowrun Site
"December 24th, 2004. Happy Holidays! FanPro has made several out-of-print products available for free download in PDF format. You can download them directly from our site."
I am sure that this is a limited time offer, and since it is dated the 24th, people should probably try to take advantage of this as quickly as they can. Free is free, after all.
Official Shadowrun Site
"December 24th, 2004. Happy Holidays! FanPro has made several out-of-print products available for free download in PDF format. You can download them directly from our site."
How to write a best selling fantasy novel.
How to write a best selling fantasy novel.
"Every since 'The Lord of the Rings', epic fantasy novels have been high on the bestseller list. Every thought of writing one? WELL HERE'S HOW." [via Jonathan]
"Every since 'The Lord of the Rings', epic fantasy novels have been high on the bestseller list. Every thought of writing one? WELL HERE'S HOW." [via Jonathan]
Monday, December 20, 2004
McFarlane pushed into bankruptcy court
McFarlane pushed into bankruptcy court
"PHOENIX (AP-CP) - A $15-million US jury award against Spawn creator Todd McFarlane has pushed his comic-book business into bankruptcy court.
"Todd McFarlane Productions Inc. of Tempe, Ariz., filed for Chapter 11 protection from creditors Friday in U.S. bankruptcy court.
"A jury in St. Louis awarded former NHL player Tony Twist $15 million after concluding that McFarlane and his company profited by using Twist's name without permission and that Twist's publicity rights were infringed.
"McFarlane, a Calgary native, gave the name Antonio Tony Twist Twistelli to a violent New York mob boss character in his Spawn comic books in the early 1990s.
"Twist, a Canadian from Sherwood Park, Alta., claimed the comic book character hurt his image and cost him endorsements. The former Quebec Nordique and St. Louis Blue was known more for his fighting than his skating, racking up 1,121 penalty minutes before his last big-league game in 1999.
"The U.S. Supreme Court in January rejected without comment an appeal by McFarlane that argued his work was free speech.
"Last year, he said his McFarlane Cos., then an umbrella of seven businesses, had annual sales exceeding $50 million.
"The bankruptcy filing allows McFarlane's company to continue to operate and reorganize its finances while freeing it from the threat of creditors' lawsuits.
"In 1999, McFarlane paid $3 million for Mark McGwire's 70th home-run baseball. He also paid $450,000 last year for Barry Bonds' record 73rd home-run ball and owns Sammy Sosa's 66th home-run ball." [via Jonathan]
"PHOENIX (AP-CP) - A $15-million US jury award against Spawn creator Todd McFarlane has pushed his comic-book business into bankruptcy court.
"Todd McFarlane Productions Inc. of Tempe, Ariz., filed for Chapter 11 protection from creditors Friday in U.S. bankruptcy court.
"A jury in St. Louis awarded former NHL player Tony Twist $15 million after concluding that McFarlane and his company profited by using Twist's name without permission and that Twist's publicity rights were infringed.
"McFarlane, a Calgary native, gave the name Antonio Tony Twist Twistelli to a violent New York mob boss character in his Spawn comic books in the early 1990s.
"Twist, a Canadian from Sherwood Park, Alta., claimed the comic book character hurt his image and cost him endorsements. The former Quebec Nordique and St. Louis Blue was known more for his fighting than his skating, racking up 1,121 penalty minutes before his last big-league game in 1999.
"The U.S. Supreme Court in January rejected without comment an appeal by McFarlane that argued his work was free speech.
"Last year, he said his McFarlane Cos., then an umbrella of seven businesses, had annual sales exceeding $50 million.
"The bankruptcy filing allows McFarlane's company to continue to operate and reorganize its finances while freeing it from the threat of creditors' lawsuits.
"In 1999, McFarlane paid $3 million for Mark McGwire's 70th home-run baseball. He also paid $450,000 last year for Barry Bonds' record 73rd home-run ball and owns Sammy Sosa's 66th home-run ball." [via Jonathan]
Tuesday, December 14, 2004
Geek Women
Geek Women -- Your Little Standards-Compliant Fantasy by Wednesday White :: Comixpedia :: Covering the Digital Frontier of Comics Online
"Girl geeks may never have had it better, but that doesn't mean we're altogether finished yet. Despite significant advances, glass ceilings and salary gaps persist in the tech industry; so does discrimination. We can still feel uncomfortable at the comic shop, where our custom is frequently a fairly recent development. We're still seen as something of an aberration amongst gamers, despite a nontrivial presence in the community."
"Girl geeks may never have had it better, but that doesn't mean we're altogether finished yet. Despite significant advances, glass ceilings and salary gaps persist in the tech industry; so does discrimination. We can still feel uncomfortable at the comic shop, where our custom is frequently a fairly recent development. We're still seen as something of an aberration amongst gamers, despite a nontrivial presence in the community."
Thursday, December 09, 2004
Are You A Ninja?
You are not a Man in Black. You do not work for the
CIA. You do not exist. You do not move outside
the realm of normal society. This quiz does not
exist. Nothing to see here. Move along please.
Are_You_a_Ninja
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Tuesday, December 07, 2004
Internet Explorer Users Apparently Not So Bright
Firefox users ignore online ads
"Internet Explorer users are at least four times as likely to click on Web ads than Firefox users, a German advertising technology company said last week."
"Internet Explorer users are at least four times as likely to click on Web ads than Firefox users, a German advertising technology company said last week."
Monday, December 06, 2004
Turns Out Matrix, Terminator Weren't Original
Well, I guess that I am finding this better late than never. Apparently even the crappy ideas aren't original ones.
"Mother of the Matrix" Victorious
"Monday, October 4th 2004 ended a six-year dispute involving Sophia Stewart, the Wachowski Brothers, Joel Silver and Warner Brothers. Stewart's allegations, involving copyright infringement and racketeering, were received and acknowledged by the Central District of California, Judge Margaret Morrow residing."
"Mother of the Matrix" Victorious
"Monday, October 4th 2004 ended a six-year dispute involving Sophia Stewart, the Wachowski Brothers, Joel Silver and Warner Brothers. Stewart's allegations, involving copyright infringement and racketeering, were received and acknowledged by the Central District of California, Judge Margaret Morrow residing."
Wednesday, December 01, 2004
Lawyers shelve Alexander action
BBC NEWS: Lawyers shelve Alexander action
"The group had claimed the film was 'pure fiction and not a true depiction of Alexander's life', and wanted this made clear to cinema-goers.
"But the lawyers have withrawn their demand to have the film's opening on Friday delayed, so they can watch a preview screening of it.
"Director Oliver Stone said there was a historian on set to ensure accuracy."
"The group had claimed the film was 'pure fiction and not a true depiction of Alexander's life', and wanted this made clear to cinema-goers.
"But the lawyers have withrawn their demand to have the film's opening on Friday delayed, so they can watch a preview screening of it.
"Director Oliver Stone said there was a historian on set to ensure accuracy."
Tuesday, November 30, 2004
D20 Shakespeare
Never expected to see a line of d20 Adventures based on the works of Shakespeare. I will be curious to see how this comes along.
D20 Shakespeare
D20 Shakespeare
Textbook Disclaimer Stickers
Disclaimer stickers for science textbooks, at least for until after 2008.
Textbook disclaimer stickers
Remember, kids, gravity is a theory and not a fact!
"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
"This week there has been considerable news coverage of discussions by the Cobb County Board of Education regarding the science curriculum in the Cobb County School District. The coverage has contained statements that are inaccurate and misleading.
"The Board has not restricted nor is it considering restricting the teaching of the theory of evolution in the District's science classrooms.
"The Board is not considering requiring, permitting or promoting the teaching of creationism or other faith-based ideas of origin of the species in science classrooms.
"It is the long-standing educational philosophy of the Cobb County Board of Education as set out in its Rule IA to provide a broad-based curriculum to its students. To that end, the Board wants to ensure that the science curriculum of the District exposes students to a variety of testable theories and scenarios regarding the origin of the species in compliance with the Constitutions of the United States and Georgia.
"Cobb County Board of Education"
Textbook disclaimer stickers
Remember, kids, gravity is a theory and not a fact!
"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
"This week there has been considerable news coverage of discussions by the Cobb County Board of Education regarding the science curriculum in the Cobb County School District. The coverage has contained statements that are inaccurate and misleading.
"The Board has not restricted nor is it considering restricting the teaching of the theory of evolution in the District's science classrooms.
"The Board is not considering requiring, permitting or promoting the teaching of creationism or other faith-based ideas of origin of the species in science classrooms.
"It is the long-standing educational philosophy of the Cobb County Board of Education as set out in its Rule IA to provide a broad-based curriculum to its students. To that end, the Board wants to ensure that the science curriculum of the District exposes students to a variety of testable theories and scenarios regarding the origin of the species in compliance with the Constitutions of the United States and Georgia.
"Cobb County Board of Education"
Friday, November 26, 2004
Fun With Reality
Wayne Manzo Publisher, Human Rights Leader, Scientist: News and Photo Art
"The man in the photo is non-other than Editor, Publisher, and Scientist, Wayne E. Manzo. Editor and Publisher of "America's Line: The Truth is Here!" and "The American Resister!" . Both investigative news magazines on the net that provide factual research and journalistic material about the existence of the "Martian Race" and "Martian Agency" in human society. (both censored by the RACE!).
"Wayne E. Manzo is also the plaintiff in America's only "real" civil rights(human rights) case that addresses the issues of slavery, genocide,and censorship by the "Martian Race".
"He has been kept a prisoner on the streets of America's "Alien Hive" cities since 1990__abducted from human society."
"The man in the photo is non-other than Editor, Publisher, and Scientist, Wayne E. Manzo. Editor and Publisher of "America's Line: The Truth is Here!" and "The American Resister!" . Both investigative news magazines on the net that provide factual research and journalistic material about the existence of the "Martian Race" and "Martian Agency" in human society. (both censored by the RACE!).
"Wayne E. Manzo is also the plaintiff in America's only "real" civil rights(human rights) case that addresses the issues of slavery, genocide,and censorship by the "Martian Race".
"He has been kept a prisoner on the streets of America's "Alien Hive" cities since 1990__abducted from human society."
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Internet Sacred Text Archive Home
Sacred texts from religious traditions around the world, all a mouse click away. All sorts of excellent resources for your campaigns.
Internet Sacred Text Archive Home
Internet Sacred Text Archive Home
Thursday, November 18, 2004
Pittsburgh Names Bridge for Warhol
Who would have thought that they would have done that. I got the impression that Pittsburgh pretty much ignored him while he was alive. I guess it is better to be dead and famous than alive and famous. Although, I have to say that I bet that Warhol would have been thrilled to have a bridge named after him. If only it was a bridge of shoes...
Pittsburgh Names Bridge for Warhol
Pittsburgh Names Bridge for Warhol
Substandard Artists For Trade
If I hadn't know better, would have thought this a joke. Now, I hope that it isn't.
Substandard Artists For Trade
"H.O.P.E. (Horrified Observers of Pedestrian Entertainment) and Rhino Records are offering the good people of America who have been duped into buying Ashlee Simpson's CD a reprieve; the opportunity to turn in her CD for one of a higher entertainment quality. Elvis Costello, The Ramones, X, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, Aretha Franklin, Mr. Bungle, Ray Charles, Abe Lincoln Story, Grateful Dead, Neil Hamburger, Joni Mitchell, and Brian Wilson. Due to the overwhelming response, and the public's suggestions of other substandard artists for trade, this exchange will continue indefinitely and will be expanded to include other artists who are detrimental to the public's well being. Starting immediately we will also accept any Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Nick Lachay, Jessica Simpson, Creed, Paris Hilton, Limp Bizkit, and any boy band albums for trade. If you're in a city outside NYC or L.A., contact Hopeinfilm@aol.com or visit www.hopeinamerica.com for an exchange."
Substandard Artists For Trade
"H.O.P.E. (Horrified Observers of Pedestrian Entertainment) and Rhino Records are offering the good people of America who have been duped into buying Ashlee Simpson's CD a reprieve; the opportunity to turn in her CD for one of a higher entertainment quality. Elvis Costello, The Ramones, X, Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, Aretha Franklin, Mr. Bungle, Ray Charles, Abe Lincoln Story, Grateful Dead, Neil Hamburger, Joni Mitchell, and Brian Wilson. Due to the overwhelming response, and the public's suggestions of other substandard artists for trade, this exchange will continue indefinitely and will be expanded to include other artists who are detrimental to the public's well being. Starting immediately we will also accept any Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Nick Lachay, Jessica Simpson, Creed, Paris Hilton, Limp Bizkit, and any boy band albums for trade. If you're in a city outside NYC or L.A., contact Hopeinfilm@aol.com or visit www.hopeinamerica.com for an exchange."
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
VanderWorld
The blog of author Jeff VanderMeer. A very interesting blog about the writing of modern fantasy. This isn't Tolkein. He also profiles a lot of other authors, and books that he finds interesting. Very much worth checking out if you are into the genre, or those of Dark Fantasy or Horror.
VanderWorld
"I'm an award-winning writer of surreal and fantastical fiction. My latest books are Veniss Underground and City of Saints & Madmen. My nonfiction collection Why Should I Cut Your Throat? will be out in October 2004."
VanderWorld
"I'm an award-winning writer of surreal and fantastical fiction. My latest books are Veniss Underground and City of Saints & Madmen. My nonfiction collection Why Should I Cut Your Throat? will be out in October 2004."
Tuesday, November 16, 2004
Amazon.com: Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies
I'm not sure if this is real, or one of those bizarre Amazon brain farts that come along. But its still funny.
Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies
Dungeons & Dragons For Dummies
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