Monthly Archives: November 2001

New tactics for Mr Claus

It seems that “ho ho ho” is too scary for today's children. Obviously he's decided that rewarding people for being good doesn't work, so he'll just scare them into behaving. I must remember that and use it when I have … Continue reading

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Bzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzt!

If I was suddenly transported into the world of Quake, I would (by choice and according to this poll) be a Shambler: Now the only question is: do I get to be a Shambler with rabies?

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Bring out the clones

So they're managed to clone a human embryo. This sounds wonderful, until we hear that the results are not really usable quality. Other cloning research seems to be having similar issues with concerns that the results of experiments may not … Continue reading

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How to make people pay money to hear stock prices

While I've never been all that interested in economics and stocks, I don't ever remember market reports being like this: naked women stripping as they read the day's market news and commodity prices. I suppose it's about the only way … Continue reading

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Are you foaming at the mouth yet?

I know, I know… these silly tests are pointless, but at least this silly test has some cool diseases you can be. Look, mum — I'm rabies! You must be so proud. Looks like I'm actually one of the nicer … Continue reading

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The Lord of the Words

This is one of the best articles on J.R.R. Tolkien I have ever read. It's quite long, but an extremely interesting read into his life and works. I urge you, if you haven't read The Lord of the Rings, do … Continue reading

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