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11 Astounding Sci-Fi Predictions That Came True
Many literary forecasts of our technological future have already come to pass: the atomic bomb, the submarine, and even the iPad. Discovering passages of science fiction that turned out to be eerily accurate predictions is certainly quite entertaining. It’s also a point of controversy among Sci-FI enthusiasts. Eric Rabkin, a professor at the University of Michigan and the 2010 winner of the Science Fiction Research Association’s Pilgrim Award for lifetime achievement in science fiction scholarship, explains why. “First, there’s the infinite monkeys problem. Consider this a full disclosure: the following list is not exactly academic or even scientific. 1. We all giggled earlier this year when Apple announced the iPad. 2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. "When he tired of official reports and memoranda and minutes, he would plug in his foolscap-size newspad into the ship's information circuit and scan the latest reports from Earth. 2. The Land Ironclads by H.G. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
Intelligence Test
How smart are you really? This simple test has been used for over 50 years and has tested reasoning and intelligence with great accuracy. If you don't score high, remember, you can always improve. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Take 1000 and add 40 to it. 13.
Does Anyone Know A Website for Cool Bebo Profile Names
Let's get this straight, you're asking for a website from which you can pick and choose a "cool" profile name for your Bebo account. An account which is supposed to be a representative presentation of who you are and what you're about. Are you beginning to see the direction my argument is going in? Of course you haven't. I'll continue. Back in the old, dark days of the internet when men were men, women were men and children were FBI agents, no one cared what people thought of them. The internet burned brighter and stronger as the rush of people to it acted as fuel to the fire, and the rush of companies to it was the oxygen it needed to sustain itself, and to grow. Bebo and such sites are like a swimming pool on an ocean liner, floating in the middle of the endless abyss of the internet. You come before us, the anonymous masses to ask us for a "cool Bebo profile name" which you can use to impress your real life friends with just how stylish and original you are.
The Great Thompson Hunt - HST & Friends
This is easily one of the largest sections on the site. It includes articles about HST, interviews that he's done and how he has been popularized in other media. You can find many of the same issues that I have on eBay or on microfiche/film at a public or college level library. About HST Biographies By HST Fear and Loathing in Elko - Rolling Stone Interviews Time to get Loaded - British mag interview The Last Outlaw - High Times story POV article Studio For Men - interview, 1989 High Times 1977 - interview with Ron Rosenbaum, pix Charlie Rose 1997 complete transcript Puritan interview - with Phoebe Legre Mojo, 1999 New Times interview - 1976, Robert Anson Hustler interview, 1998 Fear and Weird Clothing Hunter Thompson Has Cashed His Check Media Treatments Miscellaneous Articles Clothing / Other You can purchase legit gonzo merch from www.gonzostore.com, Ralph Steadman, or Doodah Designs. HST's Friends & Whatnot
Family Food Consumption... By Country
I like how the Italian family's favorite food is frozen fish sticks, and the American family's favorite food is spaghetti!
Misc Quest - What about The Laws of Gravity
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Generation RX | A film by Kevin P. Miller
15 Artistic Representations of Lady Liberty
Artistic Liberties: 15 Faces of the Statue of Lady Liberty Article by Urbanist, filed under Drawing & Digital in the Art category. “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to be free!” These words, bronzed into the foundation of the Statue of Liberty have been a symbol of hope and freedom for nearly two centuries. Below you will find some of the noteworthy examples of the ways in which the Statue of Liberty has impacted the world, as well as how different individuals have decided to portray these same concepts. (image from The Saturday Evening Post) The Saturday Evening Post began circulation in August of 1821, and this particular issue was released after the fourth of July during the height of the depression. (images via Flickr) Star Wars isn’t just for geeks and fanboys anymore, it’s for pop artists too. (images via Flickr) This picture was taken outside of the former US embassy on Taleghani Street in Tehran, Iran. (Image viaNeatorama) (Image via Danny O. (Images via G.
The 5 Most Terrifying Weapons Ever Created | The Daily Interweb
Like many people, I am fascinated by the human capacity for violence and destruction. Now, the stuff you see on the news, fires, shootings etc. is all pretty morbid but it is nothing compared to what humans are really capable of if we put our minds to it. You see, when I am surfing the web, it is inevitable that my ADD will kick in, and I will mindlessly click through Wikipedia for hours. Yet while using them may be a terrible idea, sharing their destructive capabilities with the world isn’t. 5. I begin with a weapon that has already seen active duty for over 30 years. 4. Our next terrifying weapon isn’t terrifying because of its destructive power, size, or speed. Robot wars. Even though the Predator is remote controlled, it is the first step that I believe will eventually lead to robot warfare. 3. Star Wars fans might like this one. Picture this scenario. 2. So what could possibly be more terrifying than an unstoppable swarm of fighter jets, a killer robot plane, or a giant laser?
Big Spanish Castle
Stare at the dot for 30 seconds. Then, without moving your eyes, move the mouse over the image. The image will look like it's in color until you move your eyes. Note: JavaScript must be on for this illusion to work! Check your browser settings. Click here to leave a comment. © John Sadowski 2006
10 Amazing Coincidences
What’s in a Name? A computer error gave two women in America called Patricia the same social security number. When the two women were brought together in an office to rectify the blunder they discovered that They had both been born with the names Patricia Ann CampbellBoth of their fathers were called Robert CampbellTheir birthdays were on 13th March 1941They had both married military men in the year 1959 (within eleven days of each other)They each had two children aged 19 and 21They both had an interest in oil paintingBoth had studied cosmeticsBoth had worked as book-keepers Bullet With Your Name on It In 1893, Henry Ziegland ended a relationship with his girlfriend. Tragically, his girlfriend took the news very badly, became distraught and took her own life. Her distressed brother blamed his sister’s death upon Henry, he went round to Henry’s house, saw him out in the garden and tried to shoot him. Luckily, the bullet only grazed Henry’s face and embedded itself in a nearby tree. Lucky Hughs?
