Doomsday' vault design unveiled

An interesting idea. The only problem is that if there is a catastrophe who will have the means to get to the island?

BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | 'Doomsday' vault design unveiled

Man gets breakfast tattoo on head

Man gets breakfast tattoo on head

He should have gotten a tattoo of a brain so at least he would have one.

Senator to propose surveillance of illegal images | CNET News.com

How much more of big brother can we take and continue to call ourselves a free nation?
Senator to propose surveillance of illegal images | CNET News.com: "

A forthcoming bill in the U.S. Senate lays the groundwork for a national database of illegal images that Internet service providers would use to automatically flag and report suspicious content to police."

Washington initiative would require married couples to have kids

Washington initiative would require married couples to have kids

While this has no chance of ever passing it does however point out the silliness of one argument some use against same sex marriage. If marriage is for the purpose of procreation and should therefore exclude homosexuals then why shouldn't it exclude those hetero couples that also don't have children?

Watching America

This is a great site to see what the other news agencies and countries around the world are saying about the United States, good and bad. How can we as Americans understand and relate to what is going on if we can't see how the world sees us? I wish more Americans would look past their own personal world and see what is going on globally? The world keeps getting smaller every day. Everyone is your neighbour now.

Watching America: "America's Public Intelligence Agency

RUSH - Snakes And Arrows Album Title Rumor Holding Up; First Single Title Rumored

Woooohoooo!

RUSH - Snakes And Arrows Album Title Rumor Holding Up; First Single Title Rumored> News

Pandora Internet Radio - Find New Music, Listen to Free Web Radio

Been playing around with Pandora this evening and so far it's been quite interesting. I've heard a few new bands that I'm going to have to check out.

Pandora Internet Radio - Find New Music, Listen to Free Web Radio

Murdoch: Big media has less sway on Internet

So Fox reports, you decide...oh really? Not according to Mr. Murdoch after reading what he said in this interview. Sounds more like "we promote, we decide"...the very thing the conservatives tend to rail about the rest of the media doing. How can you trust Fox news, if you ever did at all after reading this from the man who runs it.

Murdoch: Big media has less sway on Internet:

"Asked if his News Corp. managed to shape the agenda on the war in Iraq, Murdoch said: 'No, I don't think so. We tried.' Asked by Rose for further comment, he said: 'We basically supported the Bush policy in the Middle East...but we have been very critical of his execution.'"

Endangered cranes killed in Fla. storms

This is just really sad.

Endangered cranes killed in Fla. storms - Yahoo! News

Packers QB Favre to return for 17th year - Yahoo! News

Glad to see Brett coming back for another year. The Packers looked good at the end of the season.

Packers QB Favre to return for 17th year - Yahoo! News

Matt Groening talks about Futurama's comeback - TV Squad

I love Futurama and am ecstatic that it is coming back!
Matt Groening talks about Futurama's comeback - TV Squad

Florida to Shift Voting System With Paper Trail - New York Times

This is a good thing. There is just too much uncertainty and the chance of fraud with these voting machines, especially with no paper trail. We use paper ballots here in Illinois with no problem.

Florida to Shift Voting System With Paper Trail - New York Times

'Aqua Teen' Incident Begs Question: Have We Become Too Paranoid?

My answer is yes, people are way too paranoid. It is smart to be conscious of your surroundings but come on people, this was a bunch of blinking LED lights in the shape of cartoon character. If something simple like this can cause such a panic and disruption of a major city we really do have problems.
'Aqua Teen' Incident Begs Question: Have We Become Too Paranoid?

Bush Directive Increases Sway on Regulation - New York Times

"each agency must have a regulatory policy office run by a political appointee"

Bush Directive Increases Sway on Regulation - New York Times

I wonder if their official title will be "Political Officer"?

Update to the gay bands story

Here's an update to the gay bands story I posted below. Either way it was fun while it lasted.

Respectful Insolence: Donnie Davies "outed"?

Another Doonesbury cartoon

Doonesbury is always hit or miss with me but this one is a hit.

Doonesbury Cartoon

100 Greatest Guitar Solos

I would have to say it's hard to argue against the top 10 here but after that? It's a joke. I saw at least 2 solos by Kurt Cobain and a couple by Billy Corgan. While I'm a fan of Nirvana and the Smashing Pumpkins I find it incredible that they rated more solos than Alex Lifeson of Rush. That John Sykes, Gary Moore, Rory Gallagher and countless others who are far more accomplished and respected guitarists makes this list laughable in my opinion.

100 Greatest Guitar Solos

Planet Rock Album Quiz

A little quiz for you music fans.

PLanet Rock Album Quiz

Princess Alice and the Broken Arrow release dates

Looks like Magnum's Princess Alice and the Broken Arrow will have a release date of April 3rd 2007 here in the US. It comes out in Germany on the 23rd of March and the rest of Europe on the 26th.

Magnum and Bob Catley Official Web site

NASA marks anniversary of Apollo deaths

RIP gentlemen, you were true pioneers and an inspiration for many.

NASA marks anniversary of Apollo deaths - Yahoo! News

Abandoned Russian Planes

I joined the US Air Force in 1984, the cold war was still going and the Soviet Union was the enemy. These planes were designed to kill Americans; as we were the enemy of the Soviets.

English Russia » Abandoned Russian Planes

The cold war is long over and these wounded birds can no longer fly in anger. It's sad to see them this way and makes me feel nostalgic, but grateful that they never flew in anger against us. There is a rugged grace and beauty in the design of their aircraft.

Republican: Scripts need reviewing | StarNewsOnline.com | Star-News | Wilmington, NC

I just love this:

"Why should North Carolina taxpayers pay for something they find objectionable?" said Berger, who is having proposed legislation drafted".

How many people would have to be offended for it to be objectionable? Who decides for everyone? For a guy who is in a party that claims to want smaller government and less interference in our lives...well tell me how this fits in to that philosophy?

Republican: Scripts need reviewing | StarNewsOnline.com | Star-News | Wilmington, NC

Bands to watch out for - Gay Bands

This kind of stuff just makes me laugh as it sounds like something out of the Onion. But at the same time these people seriously believe this stuff, and that in itself is scary. Anyway, it's a good read so enjoy!

Gay Bands

Radio-Locator

A handy guide if you're traveling or looking for a streaming internet station.

Radio-Locator: ""

Two Ohio election workers found guilty of rigging vote recount

Sometimes what some call crazy talk isn't crazy talk.

WRIC Richmond News and Weather - Two Ohio election workers found guilty of rigging vote recount: "CLEVELAND Two election workers in Ohio have been convicted of rigging the recount of the 2004 presidential tally in one county."

God, Intellect and Universal Truth

An interesting post, and one I can identify with.

Bring it On! » Blog Archive » God, Intellect and Universal Truth: "Exploring Texas, where megachurches are more common than oil wells (and probably more profitable), lately it’s made my mind itch a little more than usual. I was raised a Pentecostal Christian attending small churches, but these places nonetheless remind me of the intellectual darkness I experienced inside the stifling walls of organized religion. That a hundred million of my fellow Americans believe these buildings are their best gateway to the Ultimate is heartbreaking indeed."

'There is no war on terror' | Special Reports | Guardian Unlimited Politics

I pretty much agree with this.

'There is no war on terror' | Special Reports | Guardian Unlimited Politics

U.S. image around world sharply worsens: BBC poll - Yahoo! News

I'm not one bit surprised by this. Our foreign policy over the last 6 years will take decades to repair, if it's possible at all. Very sad indeed.

U.S. image around world sharply worsens: BBC poll - Yahoo! News

Keeping it in perspective.

Keeping it in perspective.

I Drew This, Friday, April 2, 2004.

Waterwheel invention promises cheap electricity | the Daily Mail

I've always wondered why people haven't taken advantage of some of the old ways to lessen our demand for electricity. This story about waterwheels is a good example. How many homes are there that could easily take advantage of this? On the same line of thought why aren't personal windmills being used? Farmers through out the years have used them to pull water out of the ground all through America. Why not use small ones to generate electricity? Even if they only generate enough power to light one or two light bulbs spread out over hundreds of thousands of homes it would make a difference. Cost I suppose is a big sticking point but with enough demand it should come down. For that matter why aren't the utility companies investing in this kind of technology? What are your thoughts on the subject?

Waterwheel invention promises cheap electricity | the Daily Mail: "Waterwheel invention promises cheap electricity"

Stargate SG-1 News

Wooohooo!!!


Stargate SG-1 Movies Announced

On A Storyteller's Night

While this is my main blog I also post over at Lockergnome.com. My blog over there is called On A Storyteller's Night and is primarily about technology and it's political implications. Some of what I post here will appear there and vice versa. Bookmark both and post a comment or two if you feel like it. That way I'll know if someone is reading this or not.

Princess Alice and the Broken Arrow

The Artwork for the new Magnum album (due out in March) "Princess Alice and the Broken Arrow" is up at the official Magnum web site. Done by the legend Rodney Matthews himself.

The Official website of Magnum & Bob Catley

Papers show France asked Britain for union in 1956 | Top News | Reuters.co.uk

I think the last line of the article says it all: ""France and England are like an old married couple who often think of killing each other, but would never dream of divorcing," he said."

Papers show France asked Britain for union in 1956: "A British government document dating from 1956 shows that on September 10 that year, then French Prime Minister Guy Mollet came to London to discuss the possibility of a merger between the two countries with Prime Minister Anthony Eden."

She's No Janet Jackson

LOL! This is funny.
DenisHorgan.com

Doonesbury Cartoon

A funny Doonesbury cartoon.

washingtonpost.com

THE BEST OF 2006 ACCORDING TO 155 MUSICIANS

Interesting to see what the musicians like.
Imhotep: "THE BEST OF 2006 ACCORDING TO 155 MUSICIANS"

Two missing boys, one since 2002, found in Missouri - Yahoo! News

Absolutely amazing! This is all everyone is talking about here in the St. Louis area tonight. There are two happy families tonight, along with the entire region. A happy ending to a story that usually ends in tragedy and sadness. Welcome home boys.

Two missing boys, one since 2002, found in Missouri - Yahoo! News

Fundies say the darndest things!

This site got immediately bookmarked. Funny and scary at the same time. :-)

Fundies say the darndest things!: ""

...and the President throws the hail Mary pass towards the end zone!

...and the President throws the hail Mary pass towards the end zone!

Bush sending more troops to Iraq on brink of war.

White House visitor records closed

I know this kind of action from this administration should shock me but not anymore. More secrecy for what reasons? Surely it isn't security related. Sad, just sad. Wake up people!

White House visitor records closed - Yahoo! News

Funny political cartoon

No jumps for Paras as MoD cuts £1bn

I knew the MoD was strapped for cash but this is crazy.

No jumps for Paras as MoD cuts £1bn

Parachute training in the Army is set to be halted for four years as part of a £1 billion cost-cutting programme by the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

The proposals mean that Britain will be without a parachute-trained force for the first time since the Second World War when the Parachute Regiment was created on the orders of Winston Churchill.

Documents leaked to The Sunday Telegraph reveal that no new recruits or even serving members of the Parachute Regiment or airborne forces will be trained in military parachuting from next year until 2011. It will then take a year to get the Army's 2,500 paratroopers up to scratch.

The Devil Made Me Do It

The awesome new Thunder video.

To the women who work in my office... I hate you

From the best of Craiglist....wow!

To the women who work in my office... I hate you

Reformation Online

I believe this site is serious but I know I can't take it as that. An interesting read for sure.

Reformation Online

West Tennessee Terrorist Gets 30 Years

Why isn't this all over the news? If he had been a Muslim it would have been. A terrorist is a terrorist regardless of their religion.

West Tennessee Terrorist Gets 30 Years

Culture Shock on Capitol Hill: House to Work 5 Days a Week

Now that the Democrats will take control of the House of Representatives in January it looks like there will be a few changes. One of them is that the House will work 5 days a week while in session.

Culture Shock on Capitol Hill: House to Work 5 Days a Week

From the article; this is just too funny:

"Keeping us up here eats away at families," said Rep. Jack Kingston (R-Ga.), who typically flies home on Thursdays and returns to Washington on Tuesdays. "Marriages suffer. The Democrats could care less about families -- that's what this says."

What makes this guy so special? Why doesn't he move his family to the Capitol to be with him. The House isn't in session 365 days a year so he can go home during the breaks. Does he think the Democrats don't have families either? What about the men and women in the military who are deployed who are away from their families for months, if not years at a time. This guy ran for office knowing that he would be working in Washington D.C. If he's not willing to put in the time required maybe he should resign or find another line of work.

Gethuman

If even a quarter of this database is correct then it's a gold mine. Definitely worth bookmarking.

Gethuman

The War of All Against All

I don't agree with Pat Buchanan on much but this is one of those times where I do.

The War of All Against All

Veterans Day Thanks

To all my fellow veterans past, present and future; thank you for your service.

Democrats secure sweep to power in Congress - Yahoo! News

I've held off to see what the final results were but the Democrats pulled it off. Now maybe we'll start to see some bi-partisanship by the President if he wants to get anything done. I feel better about the direction this country will be going right now...but stay tuned, it's going to be an interesting couple of years.

Democrats secure sweep to power in Congress - Yahoo! News: "Fri Nov 10, 5:40 AM ET"

Cards top Tigers 4-2 to win World Series - Yahoo! News

Congratulations to the Cards! Way to go!!!! World Champs!!!!

Cards top Tigers 4-2 to win World Series - Yahoo! News

THE DARKNESS - HAWKINS QUITS THE DARKNESS

Too bad as I really loved their stuff. Some couldn't get past Justin's vocals but to me it was part of the appeal.

THE DARKNESS - HAWKINS QUITS THE DARKNESS

Album Covers Battle - CollegeHumor video

This is frackin' hilarious!

Album Covers Battle - CollegeHumor video

The attempt to ban books is alive and well

The attempt to ban books is alive and well it seems:

Ga. mother seeks Harry Potter ban

"Laura Mallory, a mother of four, told a hearing officer for the Gwinnett County Board of Education on Tuesday that the popular fiction series is an "evil" attempt to indoctrinate children in the Wicca religion.

Parent criticizes book 'Fahrenheit 451'

"It's just all kinds of filth," said Alton Verm, adding that he had not read "Fahrenheit 451." "The words don't need to be brought out in class. I want to get the book taken out of the class."
He looked through the book and found the following things wrong with the book: discussion of being drunk, smoking cigarettes, violence, "dirty talk," references to the Bible and using God's name in vain. He said the book's material goes against their religions beliefs. The Verms go to Grand Parkway Church in Porter."

I hope these people never find out about the internet.

Man questioned and misses flight for speaking Tamil

How sad that this is what we have come to in this country.
Man questioned and misses flight for speaking Tamil

Oregon 48, Arizona St. 13

GO DUCKS!!!

Oregon 48, Arizona St. 13

Experts: Technology Could Save or Destroy Civilization This Century - Yahoo! News

Something I've been thinking about lately.

Experts: Technology Could Save or Destroy Civilization This Century - Yahoo! News: "Experts: Technology Could Save or Destroy Civilization This Century"

The Real Tokyo Rose by R.A. Hawkins

A chance to set the record straight on a woman who's been maligned for years. May she RIP.
The Real Tokyo Rose by R.A. Hawkins

POWDER PUFF SPOOKS KEITH - New York Post Online Edition: Gossip

Isn't it nice to see the NY Post treat an act of terrorism as something to make fun of. If this had happened to one of their reporters they'd be singing a different tune.

POWDER PUFF SPOOKS KEITH - New York Post Online Edition: Gossip: "A note inside warned Olbermann, who's a frequent critic of President Bush's policies, that it was payback for some of his on-air shtick."

'Richard is winning his fight'

You tell 'em Jeremy, and get well soon Richard.
The Sun Online - News: 'Richard is winning his fight'

The Dilbert Blog: Philosophical Question of the Day

I love Scott Adams. I don't always agree with him but he gets you thinking.
The Dilbert Blog: Philosophical Question of the Day

TV host seriously hurt in crash

Top Gear is a fantastic show and I hope Richard is ok.

BBC NEWS | UK | England | North Yorkshire | TV host seriously hurt in crash: "TV host seriously hurt in crash"

Andrew Sullivan | The Daily Dish: What We've Lost

Wow, I can't add anything to what this guy has written other than I agree with him.

Andrew Sullivan | The Daily Dish: What We've Lost: "http://www.typepad.com/t/trackback/6063789"

No. 18 Oregon nicks No. 15 Okla. 34-33 - Yahoo! News

Wow! What a finish! Go Ducks!!!
No. 18 Oregon nicks No. 15 Okla. 34-33 - Yahoo! News

Man has sex with hedgehog

WTF?
Man has sex with hedgehog

Gun logo shirt ordered off

Oh my goodness, there's a picture of a gun on his shirt...EVERYBODY PANIC!!!!

Sheesh....
Metal Hammer - News Article

September 11th

It's been 5 years since that tragic day. May those who died RIP and those responsible get what is coming if they haven't already.

Sudan man forced to 'marry' goat

On a lighter note today....
BBC NEWS | World | Africa | Sudan man forced to 'marry' goat

Christians attack hominids in Kenya museum | COSMOS magazine

Not surprising...

Christians attack hominids in Kenya museum | COSMOS magazine

Mark Stanway

Nice to see Mark Stanway get a little press coverage. What an awesome keyboard player and a essential part of what makes Magnum sound like Magnum.
Guitar Amps by Hughes&Kettner - News

USATODAY.com - The myth of immaculate warfare

There are many things that I disagree with Mr. Peters on but not this article. It may sound strange coming from a career Air Force man but I'm the guy who loaded the "pickups" as he put it. While we need a few Ferraris we definitely need more pickups in this new era. We need more C-17s as they are the workhorses that project our power, along with the Navy's carriers. But cargo planes aren't as glamorous as fighter planes sad to say.
USATODAY.com - The myth of immaculate warfare

Steve Irwin killed by stingray

Crickey! RIP Steve.
Steve Irwin killed by stingray - National - smh.com.au

Being an Atheist in America Isn't Easy - Newsweek Society - MSNBC.com

A good read and it should make you think.
Being an Atheist in America Isn't Easy - Newsweek Society - MSNBC.com

Cox & Forkum: Divine Intervention

This cartoon nails it!!!

Cox & Forkum: Divine Intervention

Rumsfeld eyes ICBMs in terror war

I don't know whether to laugh or cry. An ICBM as a terrorist deterrent???
Rumsfeld eyes ICBMs in terror war - Yahoo! News

The Cheney presidency - The Boston Globe

Interesting.... ;-)

The Cheney presidency - The Boston Globe

Christian zealots destroy ancient Arctic petroglyphs

Just shows that there are fanatics and zealots in every religion.
Christian zealots destroy ancient Arctic petroglyphs

The Day The Earth Fell Over - Yahoo! News

I've read about this theory a couple of times. Very interesting and scary if true.
The Day The Earth Fell Over - Yahoo! News

Pepsi Girl

LOL! The Pepsi Girl for your viewing pleasure. :-)

There are some sick people out there...

Sometimes you read a story and just have to say: WTF are they thinking? This is one of those stories...

Man receives four years for necrophilia - gainesvilletimes.com

Beloit College's Mindset List for the class of 2010.

I've seen this list before but never knew where it came from. Very interesting.

Beloit College

Stargate SG-1 cancelled, Atlantis renewed

They say all good things must come to an end but this absolutely makes no sense! One of the best shows on television period and they're going to shut it down. At least Atlantis will live on but I'm gutted by this. The cast and crew have been a part of my life for the last 10 years. You will be missed.

Stargate SG-1 cancelled, Atlantis renewed

Still angry...

Activists Try to Curtail Hotels' In-Room Porn

Just another example of a religious group trying to impose their moral beliefs on everyone else because they're offended.
Activists Try to Curtail Hotels' In-Room Porn

I'm offended that they are offended.

Final boarding call for Mr. Terrorist.

Blatantly stolen from Seaeagle's blog. It's a funny one!

Red Green shorts

If you ever want a good laugh this is a show to check out. Keep your stick on the ice.

Beach Balls - Ouch!

Something to remember when going on holiday to the beach.

  

Black Jack rescinds housing regulation

Good to hear that this family is "allowed" to live together. How kind of the city of Blackjack.... (that was sarcasm by the way)

Black Jack rescinds housing regulation

That's Carry On!!!

That's Carry On!

More Carry On!

More Carry On!

Carry On At Your Convenience

Man I love these films!

AN-124

AN-124
Originally uploaded by matneym.

Side view of the AN-124 Condor at the Scott Air Force base airshow today. A very big plane indeed!

B-25 Nose Art

B-25 Nose Art
Originally uploaded by matneym.

Nose art from one of the B-25s at the air show today.

U.S. Lags World in Grasp of Genetics and Acceptance of Evolution - Yahoo! News

Why am I not surprised? :-(
U.S. Lags World in Grasp of Genetics and Acceptance of Evolution - Yahoo! News

Ananova - Mountain resembles breasts

Fun story... :-)
Ananova - Mountain resembles breasts

New August Podcast from Magnum

Latest update on Magnum in the studio. Can't wait for the album to come out!

magnumonline.co.uk

Wired News: The Eternal Value of Privacy

If I posted this before I apologize but it's worth reading again and again.
Wired News: The Eternal Value of Privacy

Funny political joke

Know the best way to keep College Republicans from showing up at an event?

Make sure there are some Army recruiters there...

Uncle Sam wants you – even if you’re 42 years old

Me thinks recruiting isn't going as well as they would have us believe.
Army Times - News - More News.