Posted on 31-08-2007
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Only the British.
Lance Murdock’s Alma Mater.
Want to work at NASA? Just sign this loyalty oath…
You know, we’ve got some Thomas the Tank Engine parts that need to be returned. How many tainted products are there?
Item removed due to it being a viral campaign. Sigh.
Just to show that not everyone in America is a jaded cynic.
This one has me scratching my head.
The Edinburgh Fringe Fesitval is going on, and this performance of Tim Minchin is a highlight.
Camouflage during World War II.
George Lucas’ next big project.
If you build it, they will tear it down.
I’m not a big fan of contracting, but this story borders on the ridiculous.
Religion and politics.
So, six miners still haven’t been found, and the way to fix the situation is ease up on restrictions?
The GAO says “No, we’re not making progress.”
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Posted on 30-08-2007
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Whither segregation?
What can’t you buy at Amazon?
Karl Rove’s going away gift.
Everyone’s seen ASCII art, but not like this.
Would you live there?
Gotta be good with your hands.
Did you know there are farms in Manhattan?
The history of the bra.
Remember that libel lawsuit from the nutcase? Withdrawn.
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Posted on 29-08-2007
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I love the slide rule.
“Yeah, let’s mine data for national security.” “Wait, isn’t that against the law?” “Nah, no one will find out.”
Breastfeeding in public in Kentucky: what can happen?
If you enjoy fine dining, here’s some friendly advice.
Following on from Miss Teen South Carolina, here’s some maps.
So maybe Texas’ state fair isn’t so bad after all.
We don’t need no stinkin’ chip clips!
TPIR meets the Sopranos.
Here’s some very scary retouchings. Just click on the more samples link.
Ever wanted to beat someone up?
Now it’s just not athletes who have illegitimate kids, but that demographic’s pretty easy to track.
Cool pics of earth.
Strange hotels.
I’d wear it.
Recording mistakes.
Working code is good.
With Gonzales gone, will things change?
Paying for the war.
I’m not discussing Larry Craig.
A political timeline of Hurricane Katrina.
Presenting the House Hippo.
Basic Instructions.
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Posted on 28-08-2007
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A biased look at our former Attorney General.
I can understand adults choosing or being able to cope with no health insurance. Kids, however…
What’s Ted Haggard doing these days?
In all the discussion about immigration, here’s a bit of “do, not talk”.
To be a hypocrite is apparently to be human. Unless you’re a politician.
Number 23 did NOT bring back memories, thank you…
The metaphor for getting rid of files taken to a whole new level.
Okay, politicians. Address this.
I’m going to have to face this in about ten years.
Now why didn’t we have this course when I was in college?
As if weddings weren’t expensive already
I don’t know what’s worse: the fact that this kid has active and contagious tuberculosis, or that he doesn’t care about it.
Some fashion laws for men.
As usual, I’m somewhat ashamed of my state. Deep fried what?
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Posted on 27-08-2007
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I guess these kids will have to conform to the “No Child Left Unsaved” Act…
“Okay, the hurdle’s coming, the hurdle’s coming, gotta jump, gotta jump, hurdle’s com-”THWACK.
Where did the money go in Iraq?
This is a freakin’ Miss Teen USA contestant, for goodness’ sake. Our educational system has failed.
I don’t know how many of these have you actually read? Thought so.
You’ll want to play it again.
Remeber, parents: There’s no such thing as a secure computer.
Taking the car for a spin taken to a whole new level.
Got T-Mobile? Want an iPhone? It’s your lucky day.
It just hasn’t been the same since Ben and Jerry sold out.
Remember the boy scout motto: Be prepared.
Motivational speaking.
Let’s have a car chase.
I’m posting this so I can make the song stop.
Ready to feel old?
Take out your aggression on the midway.
Otters can be cute.
Old and new.
Former Rice student Alberto Gonzales finally resigned as Attorney General. Sad for him, good for America. Who’s next?
I kid you not, we saw this at Costco and was tempted to get it to donate to a food shelter. Avoid. Avoid.
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Posted on 23-08-2007
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I really miss Da Vinci’s Notebook.
Look, up in the sky!
At first glance, I thought this was for the parents to use on the kid…
Frisbees typically weigh 175 grams. This can vary if you are into disc golf, or if you don’t know what you’re tossing.
I can has Pokemon cards?
I do not garden at all. These people do.
Get down with your bad self.
Halloween is just around the corner.
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Posted on 22-08-2007
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Don’t hack the Fark.
So what happens when you try to answer a voter eligibility question?
John Basedow, meet your nemesis.
Ever wanted to smack Fred Phelps upside his head? Here’s one way.
Evolution vs. creationism. Let the lawsuits begin.
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Posted on 21-08-2007
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Apparently, the Army of One has issues with MREs.
Why does this not surprise me?
Healthcare as public policy is going to matter more. It doesn’t seem to matter much right now.
How many senior executives can you confuse at one time?
George Carlin has been provoking people for years. Here’s some of his best thoughts.
Much like other failed cross-sport genres, this one looks like it might hurt a bit.
Rack ‘em!
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Posted on 20-08-2007
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Yes, let’s get fit in front of that TV.
If only it were true.
You know, weathermen really don’t get tracked often. Who really cares whether they’re right or wrong, as long as they’re entertaining.
So, how do you work out? foam sword? Okay.
Enjoy your oranges while you can.
Generally, people find a niche and stick to it. Artists paint. Actors act. Singers sing. But some feel emboldened to cross into new realms, ones for which they are extremely unqualified.
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Posted on 17-08-2007
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You know, choking on a sandwich while driving is bad. But sometimes you get lucky.
Some interesting pirate information.
Quote from this article: “…made it clear that the government tries to exclude dissenters from the president’s presidential appearances…”
Thankfully, they got caught before trying to ship a hex driver.
So what’s better to do with your time than get a Stormtrooper outfit and dance in downtown Tokyo?
Dating service disaster videos.
I always needed a zero volume surface.
“I built a 535 ft. Slip-n-Slide”
Rush Hour in Vietnam.
Delete C:\*.*? Sure.
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