We all remember the sick story about the group of girls who beat the crap out of another girl so that they could be Youtube Stars. Charges against 3 of the teens, 1 girl and the 2 boys allegedly working as look-outs have been dropped for insufficient evidence. Perhaps also as part of a bargain to testify? picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Remember the previous world climate scare? The one after Global Ice Age, but before Global Warming? The loss of the Ozone and the ozone hole over Antarctica was going to result in man's doom. Now that we are on our way to correcting the problem there are worries that the ozone will increase global warming and change wind patterns warming Antarctica even faster. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Vice President d**k Cheney was mistaken when he made that statement based on a report written by George Will. Although leases have been sold and there is exploration going on, no drilling is happening at this moment. Eventually probably, but not now. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

The White House just announced that President Bush will present the Medal of Freedom, the Nation's highest civil award, to six people who have made "an especially meritorious contribution" to the nation. Click on link for the names of the honorees picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

We've already seen and been disgusted by sexy underwear and clothing for young pre-pubescent girls. Now babies don't have to feel left out. Now you can purchase high heels for your infants from 0-6 months. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Unbelievably, and a definite indication of the naivety and ignorance of the Green Party in New Zealand, they actually fell for one of the oldest hoaxes on the net dictating the horrible and toxic effect of dihydrogen monoxide.

I really hope that this article is a hoax. Any input from our NZ plimates? picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Robert Jordan was denied an opportunity to interview for a police job because hi IQ was too high. He sued for discrimination and LOST. Why? The court (who obviously has the same hiring criteria as the police force) said that Mr. Jordan was not discriminated because the city applied the same standard to everyone: anyone who scored too high was rejected. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

She was 82. He was 95. They had dementia, but found happiness, even physical happiness in each others arms. Such happiness was too much for the man's son who had the staff keep them apart. The woman, Dorothy lost 21 pounds in despair and probably would have died if she hadn't forgotten about it. Shouldn't couples, even ones with dementia have some sort of rights? picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

President Bush regrets the way his gun-slinging rhetoric made people perceive him. He said that his aim now was to leave his successor a legacy of international diplomacy for tackling Iran. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

After a student complained in 2005 and a lawsuit was threatened, the school stated it was too late to reschedule the '05 ceremony but that they would find other venues in the future and would cover up any religious symbols if need be. Because of this the lawsuit was dropped. When 2006 graduation ceremony was again held in the church and a student complained, ACLU reopened their previous lawsuit. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Canada once had a policy that permitted Native Canadians to be plucked from their homes and families to wipe out their language and culture. This effort to "Christianize and civilize" Canada's native people went on for over a century. Now Canada is apologizing for the tragic deed and has $1.9 Billion compensation fund to help make amends. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Former Mississippi State coach Ron Polk wanted his friend to be named coach. When the athletics director didn't heed Polk's Holy Edict and hired someone else, Polk threatened to Smite the Evildoer. He is demanding his name be removed from the stadium, is taking the school out of his will, is working to scuttle support programs that benefit the students and anything else he can do to make The Adver... read full post picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

An unusual series of slow-moving magnitude-7 ice-quakes have been occurring twice a day in Western Antarctica. Generally such a strong earthquake would level towns, but these aren't even noticeable due to their slowness. Discovering the cause for such quakes would result in a better understanding of glaciers and they way they'll react to climate change.

We at plime already know the cause. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Cellulose, the material paper is made from is incredibly strong on the nano-scale. Now a group has created a way to make paper that is tougher than cast-iron. The uses for such a material is endless. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

A London library had 26 people available to be borrowed for a 30 minute conversation. They each represented certain stereotypes. The project hoped to bring people together and perhaps dismiss some of the irrational dislike for people just because they are Muslim, a witch, transgendered, or anything else. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

The trunk monkey is today's hottest, must-have option available. It will singlehandedly revitalize the American automobile industry. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Are you depressed and want to end it all? Check out the "nutrition" facts for Baskin-Robbins Large Heath Shake.
To give you a bit of a preview, it contains 2310 calories, 108 grams of fat (166% rda) and 1560mg of sodium (65% rda). You might think a "healthy drink" might be better. Well, you'll find that many such drinks are far from healthy, see this. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

A 12-YEAR-OLD girl brought up by her parents on a strict vegan diet has been admitted to hospital with a degenerative bone condition said to have left her with the spine of an 80-year-old woman. Doctors are under pressure to report the case to the authorities in the belief that she has rickets brought about by the diet her parents force on her. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

How many of you remember watching this classic cartoon? Here it is again. Gather your children and sit and watch it with them. (inspired in part due to this thread) (although the cartoon does change it to an happy ending)

oh and warning... don't google image search puff magic dragon. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

A few weeks ago, a large number of Wordpress-based sites got hacked and more are continuing to be hacked due to a security exploit. Read here from one of the lead developers of WP on the hacks and how to fix the problem. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Discrimination against albinos is a serious problem throughout sub-Saharan Africa, but recently in Tanzania it has taken a wicked twist. Not only do they face discrimination, but their body parts are in demand for magic potions. People will cut off an Albinos limbs or other body parts and sell them to witch doctors. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Controlling your anger and reacting sensibly when someone treats you badly can be a problem. Recent studies indicate that your level of serotonin may have an effect on how well you hold back from eviscerating some guy who stole your parking space. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Which of the world's problems can we be the most effective in solving? The Copenhagen Consensus Conference, ranked 30 such problems and their solutions. #1 was giving vitamin A & zinc to 80% of the 140 million children who lack them. This would result in $1 billion in benefits at a cost of $60 million. Other solutions were for, pollution, disease control, the education of women,and more. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

Alexander Baranov, an early 19th century governor of Russian Alaska helped improve the lives of Alaskan natives and helped broker a peace treaty. A 40-foot totem pole was erected 70+ years ago to commemorate the treaty. A rival tribe did the actual carving. Some believe that the image of Baranov is depicted nude as an insult and would like to have the pole carved anew. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago

The Sci-Fi Channel has become more of a joke than it was. With new additions to the network such as professional wrestling it isn't even close to what it could have been. The Crotchety Old Fan has created his own network with legal links to a variety of shows as well as news and a blog. picked by 2manyusernames 2 months ago