Daily Archives: April 1, 2008

Gutter Politics

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Gaius

Hillary Clinton has challenged Barack Obama to a winner take all solution to their endless, increasingly bitter nomination fight: a bowling match. "We clearly need to do something so that our party and the people can make the right decision," … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | 5 Comments

The Biofuel Crash

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Gaius

I'vebeen posting about the biofuel scam for some time now. I have pointed out the skyrocketing price of food and the real and lasting environmental damage that biofuel production entails. It seems the world is suddenly waking up to the … Continue reading →

Posted in Bad Ideas, Energy, Environment, Junk Science | 4 Comments

Penguin Airstrikes!

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Gaius

The Telegraph reports that a colony of flying penguins has been spotted, confirming Darwin's theory of evolution. Or disproving it. Or something. Camera crews discovered a colony of Adélie penguins while filming on King George Island, some 750 miles south … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Humor | 2 Comments

Thirteen Stars On A Pale Blue Silk Ribbon

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Gaius

Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor will be posthumously awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony on April 8, 2008. Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael A. Monsoor fought dozens of battles in the streets of … Continue reading →

Posted in War | 2 Comments