Archive for August, 2005

→  Stark reality of the American Dream - Radio 4's From Our Own Correspondent (one of my favorite programs on the BBC) explores the American Dream, and whether or not it still exists. The commentary on the differences between the US and Europe are especially interesting. :/: No Comments »

→  The Universe was created by a Flying Spaghetti Monster - To combat intelligent design, a Kansas man demanded that the theory of the Flying Spaghetti Monster's creation of The Earth be taught in classrooms. All evidence pointing towards evolution was put in place by His Noodly Appendage. (Via BoingBoing). Update: Prove that Jesus is not the son of the Flying Spaghetti Monster, and win $250,000. :/: No Comments »

→  I’d like to buy the world a Coke - The story of the Coke "hilltop" ad, which has recently been redone. Instead of being on a grassy hill, they're on a roof in an urban landscape. Despite my best efforts, I really do like this ad. Hear the song from the original commercial here (mp3). :/: No Comments »

Pictures at an exhibition (err… in a gallery…)

Wednesday, August 17th, 2005

Yesterday, Amanda and I took a visit to The Getty in Los Angeles. Our mission was twofold: enjoy the art/gardens/architecture, and get some passable photos of yours truly.
Now, I’m not exactly Mr. Photogenic, so I’ve been wanted a few pictures of myself that I could use on Facebook, LJ, etc. Since I’ve […]

Goin’ nowhere

Wednesday, August 10th, 2005

You know how when you’re in high school, there’s this kid who you just *know* is going nowhere in life?
Yeah, he just delivered my brother’s pizza.

→  Study says smoking will be dead in Australia by 2030 - Why? Tough anti-tobacco regulations. Not sure how valid this is (the article basically says "if current trends continue..."), but an interesting thought nonetheless. :/: No Comments »

→  Could AJAX kill your OS? - My guess would be "no". We are really starting to figure out what the web is good for. :/: No Comments »




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