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Arcade Panda · 25-08-2010 05:34PM

ironictoaster wrote: »

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfl9e53LX_U

I love them!

They're hilarious!

Insect Overlord · 25-08-2010 07:41PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xuFnP5N2uA

D4RK ONION · 25-08-2010 09:37PM

An awesome mix of interactive art and music, you get to put your own personal touch on this band's latest song's video. Not a bad old tune either!

http://www.brokenbells.com/october/

Colm! · 25-08-2010 09:48PM

How didn't I see that before? I love Broken Bells! Nice link DO

Luno · 26-08-2010 11:43PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTl3U6aSd2w

This is pretty cool!

KnifeWRENCH · 27-08-2010 12:23AM

This isn't something I like, but it is very interesting. The sheer contrast between what life is like in an Irish university and some of the Chirstian universities in America.

So most people will have heard of the so-called Bible-belt and how Christianity is a really big thing in America. But (and I'm not trying to insult or start a big debate with any Christian posters who may be reading this) looking at some of the Christian universities in America disturbs me a little bit.

Take Bob Jones Universiity in South Carolina. The description for their Physics degree says "While offering scientific and philosophical refutation of the theory of evolution, our program teaches each course within a Biblical creationist framework." while teaching Thermodynamics, Statistical Physics alongside Bible Doctrines! :eek:

Now whatever about teaching Creationism to University students (though I think many Christians believe in evolution and would agree that students of Science should not be taught it, as it's complete and utter horseshite) what's even more shocking is the list of rules at this university.
A full list can be found here but here are a few standouts:

*Sideburns should be no lower than the lower opening of the ear. Men are expected to remain clean-shaven.

*Residence hall students may not watch videos above a G rating when visiting homes in town and may not attend movie theaters.

*Some things students can't bring include:
-Posters of movie and music stars and fashion models
-Personal photos exhibiting immodesty or inappropriate physical contact
-Rock, rap, jazz and country music, as well as religious music that borrows from these styles
-Televisions, DVD/videotape players and headphones
-Computer and video games rated above E10 or games that contain graphic blood or gore, sensual or demonic themes, violent first-person shooting, suggestive dress, bad language or rock music

But apparently you're allowed bring a gun! :rolleyes:
*All weapons brought to campus must be turned in for storage. Trigger locks are required for pistols.

The mind boggles!

Another university, Liberty University in Virginia, has it's own 'Center for Creation studies':

an in depth study of the biblical and scientific views of the origin of the universe, life and man. Evidence and arguments for creation and evolution will be discussed.

Now that sounds fair enough, but then read the student aims:

The student will be able to:

Demonstrate a consistent, biblical worldview regarding origins
Explain key scientific evidences and arguments used to support the theory of evolution as well as difficulties with the theory
Provide scientific and biblical arguments in support of creation.

Now maybe I'm naive, but it flabbergasts me that third level institutes in America teach Science courses centred on creationism to aspiring scientists.

(again, this is not an attack on or generalisation of Christianity as a whole, just certain areas of it.)

For those interested in viewing the sites:
http://www.bju.edu/
http://www.liberty.edu/

Jako8 · 28-08-2010 02:11AM

I like Jonas Salk. In America in the 1950's polio was one of the most feared disease. Salk found a vaccine.

He could've patented it and made loads and loads of money. Millions. However, he didn't. He gave it away for free because helping people was more important than his money. He felt that the vaccine belonged to the people

He was asked who owns the patent and he said, "No one. Could you patent the sun?"

The man was a true altruist.

Pygmalion · 29-08-2010 02:14PM

Jako8 wrote: »

I like Jonas Salk. In America in the 1950's polio was one of the most feared disease. Salk found a vaccine.

He could've patented it and made loads and loads of money. Millions. However, he didn't. He gave it away for free because helping people was more important than his money. He felt that the vaccine belonged to the people

He was asked who owns the patent and he said, "No one. Could you patent the sun?"

The man was a true altruist.

Unfortunately it appears that everyone else ever involved in pharmaceutical research is/was a complete dick.

norwegianwood · 29-08-2010 04:56PM

Found this arcticle today about the first DNA tests ever carried out on Eygptian mummies, Tutankhamun and ten of his family members, and I thought it was really interesting.
It turns out that his father, Akhenaten and mother, who still hasn't been identified, were brother and sister. Probably as a result of inbreeding, King Tut had a bone disorder and was forced to walk with a cane, and there were multiple strains of malaria found in his body. Experts believe that this was probably what killed him, whearas before they guessed at a blood disorder, a hunting accident, poisoning or a blow to the head.
Another thing I found really interesting was how well the DNA was preserved, due to the embalming methods used on royals; it's ironic how these people could be so advanced for their time yet still into inbreeding..

Pygmalion · 29-08-2010 05:47PM

norwegianwood wrote: »

Another thing I found really interesting was how well the DNA was preserved, due to the embalming methods used on royals; it's ironic how these people could be so advanced for their time yet still into inbreeding..

Inbreeding is found in pretty much every monarchy throughout history to be fair.

laurashambles · 29-08-2010 06:43PM

I've read about BJU before, apparently they don't allow students to date outside their race, Fred Phelps (The god hates fags guy) apparently went there but got kicked out due to mental instability and they gave Ian Paisley an honorary degree. Madness.

I also bring you this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A39pVkbQA4U

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TheCardHolder · 01-09-2010 01:52PM

50 Cent is such an idiot its hilarious:

http://twitter.com/50cent

ToasterSparks · 01-09-2010 03:06PM

TheCardHolder wrote: »

50 Cent is such an idiot its hilarious:

http://twitter.com/50cent

I love it.

01-09-2010 05:26PM

TheCardHolder wrote: »

50 Cent is such an idiot its hilarious:

http://twitter.com/50cent

Checks verified account status....

Holy sh-

syncosised · 02-09-2010 03:46PM

Swype is a very cool new way of typing on touch screen phones. Basically you trace across the on-screen keyboard to get the words you want. It's hard to explain, but very effective. It's available on a few platforms, but it was just released as a public beta for a few Nokia phones (including the 5800) yesterday. If you have a compatible phone, try it, it's class!

http://betalabs.nokia.com/apps/swype-for-symbian/

Jay P · 02-09-2010 03:51PM

I read in The Sunday Times that a girl used that app to break the world texting record. I can't remember exactly how much she beat the record by, but it was more than half if I remember correctly...

Jackobyte · 02-09-2010 09:27PM

Jay P wrote: »

I read in The Sunday Times that a girl used that app to break the world texting record. I can't remember exactly how much she beat the record by, but it was more than half if I remember correctly...

Cut a minute off it I think.

Namlub · 02-09-2010 09:32PM

http://twitter.com/catbinlady
A har de har har

And some bonus input from Kanye West...
'Yo I ain't gone lie... the diamond teeth be looking crazy dope with tux jackets. The juxtaposition is what I live for'. WOW.

Jackobyte · 02-09-2010 09:33PM

syncosised wrote: »

Swype is a very cool new way of typing on touch screen phones. Basically you trace across the on-screen keyboard to get the words you want. It's hard to explain, but very effective. It's available on a few platforms, but it was just released as a public beta for a few Nokia phones (including the 5800) yesterday. If you have a compatible phone, try it, it's class!

http://betalabs.nokia.com/apps/swype-for-symbian/

If I install it and don't like it can it be removed?

Jackobyte · 02-09-2010 10:20PM

Jackobyte wrote: »

If I install it and don't like it can it be removed?

Okay, it is pretty awesome.

TheCardHolder · 03-09-2010 06:19PM

http://www.tastekid.com/

Really cool site. Type in whatever; Movies, authors, music and it gives you some similar stuff you'd like.

syncosised · 03-09-2010 10:14PM

Jackobyte wrote: »

If I install it and don't like it can it be removed?

Yeah, it's just like another application really. I've noticed a few bugs with it so far, and it's a bit awkward when you're walking. Very promising though.

Jako8 · 04-09-2010 04:44PM

These paintings are amazing!

Must be a big Henson fan.

HxGH · 04-09-2010 04:49PM

Pixel art FTW.

http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/05/05/pixels-go-mad-the-celebration-of-pixel-art/

Colm! · 04-09-2010 05:12PM

HxGH wrote: »

Pixel art FTW.

Here's one from my travels on StumbleUpon: http://www.mrwong.de/myhouse/

I love random StumbleUpon finds

HxGH · 04-09-2010 11:41PM

Colm! wrote: »

Here's one from my travels on StumbleUpon: http://www.mrwong.de/myhouse/

I love random StumbleUpon finds

Same!

And wow that's quite the stumble! Well done

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