Someone called this graph the Hockey Stick Of Doom. Wish I could remember who so that I could properly credit them.
The Hockey Stick of Doom
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Monthly Archives: August 2008
SS St. Louis: Voyage of the Damned
Doomed
You probably have not heard of the voyage of the SS St. Louis. It took place on the eve of WW II and was a sordid piece of history for all countries involved.
It started out thus:
The German propaganda ministry and the Nazi party conceived of a propaganda exercise which would demonstrate that Germany was not […]
Poem of the Week: 8/3/08-8/9/08
G. K. Chesterton’s Gold Leaves is this week’s poem of the week.
Rant of the Week: 8/3/08-8/9/08
Xavier rants on the poor performance of a 911 operator.
Essay of the Week: 8/3/08-8/9/08
You will find links to these videos all over the internet. Even people who are fairly knowledgeable will find things in here that they did not know. How many people know that what you say to police officer can be used against you but not for you?
But little details aside, the central message of the videos is simple; when faced with an interrogation, keep you mouth shut.
Worldrecord with 12 Balls: Alan Sulc
YouTube – Worldrecord with 12 Balls Alan Sulc – Juggler 2008
Every run in this video is a world record.
The Two are Related
In the world of eye-popping earnings, GM has managed to beat even Exxon Mobil. Exxon made a profit of $11.7 billion in the second quarter; GM has manged to come out with a $15.5 billion loss, or $27.33 a share.
Anvils on Amazon
Want an anvil? You can get one at Amazon. Check it out Grizzly G8148 100 lb. Anvil.
Not too long ago I was wondering if it was still possible to buy anvils, and presumed it was not possible. Come to find out that not only is it possible but you can get it through Amazon. High-tech [click here to read the rest]