Daily Archives: September 21, 2006

Spinning Furiously

Posted on September 21, 2006 by Gaius

The New York Times does its level best to spin poll results in favor of Democrats and against Republicans yet again. This is absolutely nothing new. But, frankly, the results of this poll should be a matter of concern for … Continue reading →

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Someone IS Watching You

Posted on September 21, 2006 by Gaius

Swiss researchers have discovered that electrically stimulating a particular spot in the brain can give the subject the creepy feeling of being watched. Swiss researchers made the discovery while evaluating a young woman for surgery to treat epilepsy. They believe … Continue reading →

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Playing Politics With Body Armor

Posted on September 21, 2006 by Gaius

FactCheck literally tears apart a television ad being run in Virginia Senate race. The ad uses flat lies to accuse Senator George Allen of "voting against body armor" for the troops. This is one thing that should be off the … Continue reading →

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Moose Demands Admission To College

Posted on September 21, 2006 by Gaius

A moose walked onto the campus of Northern Michigan University and demanded admission. He even broke a window trying to get in. MARQUETTE, Mich. – A moose that wandered onto the Northern Michigan University campus and broke a dormitory window … Continue reading →

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I Do Not Think This Is A Good Thing

Posted on September 21, 2006 by Gaius

The military junta that is in control of Thailand has banned all political party meetings and the formation of any new political parties. They have also restricted all public meetings and placed the media under censorship. That makes me very … Continue reading →

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Atlantis Lands Safely

Posted on September 21, 2006 by Gaius

The Space Shuttle Atlantis landed safely in the pre-dawn darkness at the Kennedy Space Center. There were no problems reported. I what had to be an amazing sight, the astronauts in the International Space Station were able to watch the … Continue reading →

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