Law enforcement flexes its Web-snooping muscle as a quartet of teen rapists is brought to justice. picked by bingo 3 days ago

The moral hypocrite, by contrast, has convinced himself that he is acting virtuously even when he does something he would condemn in others. You can understand this “self-halo” effect — and perhaps discover it in someone very close to you — by considering what happened when two psychologists, Piercarlo Valdesolo and David DeSteno, tested people’s reactions to the foll... read full post picked by DerAlt 3 days ago

The following provides an overview of some of the possible direct and indirect substitutes for crude oil in its use for transport fuel. picked by aus 3 days ago

The International Energy Agency cut its five-year forecast for global oil demand Tuesday, saying the market will tighten as production becomes more sluggish and as booming prices compel more consumers to park gas-guzzling autos. picked by aus 3 days ago

So instead of getting some quack doctor to give you a prescription for $100 because of your supposed "anxiety" or alleged "insomnia", you will just pay an extra tax each time you buy yourself another 8th. picked by D3SPiTE 3 days ago

Google is teaming up with Seth MacFarlane, creator of "Family Guy," for a web-only TV series with high production and advertising values—and two-minute episodes. picked by cactushair 3 days ago

I think this counts as porn. OMG. Gotta go change my shorts. Enjoy. picked by sykeo56 3 days ago

Bill Jakob, aka "Sergeant Bill" is likely to face charges after pretending to be a federal agent working for a "multijurisdictional task force" in Gerald, Mo, a town called "a meth capital of the United States." picked by pvisi111 3 days ago

At a Johns Hopkins Laboratory, 36 men and women were given psychedelic mushrooms as part of a research experiment. The study found the shrooms to positively affect a person's life even up to 14months after taking the drug. picked by Rambo2020 3 days ago

JPMorgan Chase didn't get the memo that a new couple had moved into the house. So, naturally, they hired a firm to drill the house's locks and take everything they owned, including their food. Now JPMorgan Chase is "taking it seriously." picked by pvisi111 3 days ago

Some dude has commissioned a set of window blinds with internet logo's such as YouTube, Facebook, stumble and more. I seriously think he may be the king of geeks.

I may commission a Plime blind picked by doggylives 3 days ago

A structural brain map -- the most detailed to date -- provides support for a controversial theory of a "default" state of brain activity, and could bring key insights into the physiological basis of illnesses such as schizophrenia, depression, and Alzheimer's disease. picked by fozapd 3 days ago

"I am going to push the limits," the 40-year-old said. "I don't want to go to Fort Bragg and show up and sit in an office. I want to work every day and have a mission." picked by 2manyusernames 3 days ago

In fact, I care enough to share this NY Times video of a heart CT. I just wish I could have isolated the video; you'll have to peruse the article to get there. The video is awesome and worth the added smarts. If anyone wants to give me pointers on sending just the video I'd welcome them. Thanks and have a (heart) day! picked by meggysue 3 days ago

A 42-year-old chimpanzee who is toilet-trained and can eat with a knife and fork is believed to be at large in a Southern California forest.

Moe served as his owner's best man at wedding. picked by bevissimo 3 days ago

I think this is the same guy who did the Dramatic Reading Of A Breakup Letter

Make sure you have volume turned on. picked by doggylives 3 days ago

My favourite:

You can accomplish ANYTHING......As long as it involves failing.

Brilliant picked by doggylives 3 days ago

MANCHESTER, Conn. - A Manchester man has been arrested after he allegedly strolled along Interstate 291 wearing nothing but a thong, fake breasts and a wig. Police say they received several calls about the man, which prompted an hour-long search over the weekend. picked by bevissimo 3 days ago

AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Fifteen camels, two zebras and several llamas and pot-bellied pigs escaped from a circus visiting Amsterdam early Monday, police said. picked by bevissimo 3 days ago

Canada is putting skilled British workers on a fast track for immigration visas to exploit our soaring cost of living.

Its officials believe superior public services and the ability to weather economic turmoil will lure Britons fed up with fuel and food prices and with the state of schools and hospitals.

(where do I sign?) picked by davethefish 3 days ago

A distrubing and inspirational look at dealing with addiction. picked by pvisi111 3 days ago

RENO, Nev. - Federal officials are considering euthanizing wild horses to deal with the growing population on the range and in holding facilities, authorities said Monday. picked by bevissimo 4 days ago

Sadly, veteran actor, Don Davis has passed away. We all loved him as Major General George Hammond, base commander of Stargate Command. He will be missed by all. picked by 2manyusernames 4 days ago

The British Whitehall II study, a long-term study of the health of more than 10,000 British civil servants has found indications that high-density lipoproteins (HDL), the "good cholesterol" may have a marked effect on delaying or preventing the onset of dementia. picked by 2manyusernames 4 days ago

July 1st 1858 was the first occasion that Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection was introduced to the scientific community.

Presented by Alfred Russel Wallace to the Linnean Society, what would later go on to be described as the single best idea anyone has ever had* barely caused a ripple first time out.


*Daniel Dennett picked by pocksucket 4 days ago