Category Archives: Dumb Stuff

Dumb Media

Posted on September 26, 2007 by Gaius

I hate posting about stuff like this, it just gives it more exposure. But at the same time, I think the frank stupidity of the media has got to be exposed. They have been giving helpful hints to terrorists for … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, Energy, Media | 1 Comment

The Art Of Being Stupid

Posted on September 21, 2007 by Gaius

Proving, once again, that going to college does not necessarily mean you're smart, an MIT student has just narrowly avoided being shot dead. Why? Well, because she wanted to wear her "art" in Boston's Logan Airport. Said "art" being a … Continue reading →

Posted in Crime, Dumb Stuff, News, The Ivory Tower | 5 Comments

Life, Liberty And The Pursuit Of Hannah Montana Tickets?

Posted on September 20, 2007 by Gaius

I had no idea that the Declaration of Independence (much less the Constitution) guaranteed a right to concert tickets. Gee, learn something new every day. The City Council is looking into why the "Hannah Montana" concert at the Sprint Center … Continue reading →

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Empty-Headed Demagoguery

Posted on July 22, 2007 by Gaius

Empty-headed demagoguery from Russ Feingold today. He wants to "censure" President Bush – an empty, meaningless gesture designed to placate his more rabid base elements since he is undoubtedly smart enough to realize that a) despite the wish-upon-a-star maunderings of … Continue reading →

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Annual Rite Wrong

Posted on July 6, 2007 by Gaius

Well, it's that time of year again. The annual drunken party that usually ends in a number of injuries and the occasional death known as the San Fermin bull-running festival in Pamplona, Spain. Also known as the "running of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Dumb Stuff, World news | 5 Comments

Federal Case

Posted on May 14, 2007 by Gaius

I'm kind of at a loss where to begin here. So let's just start with some of the article that caught my eye: WASHINGTON – It's the nightmare of pet lovers everywhere: Their beloved Fido or Whiskers gets lost, is … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Dumb Stuff, Politics | 5 Comments

Today’s Genius Money-Making Scheme

Posted on May 14, 2007 by Gaius

Let's see. Metal prices are up, so selling scrap metal can be profitable. Cartridge casings are made of brass, much in demand at scrap yards. Ergo, cartridge casings are valuable. But first, we have to get rid of the other pesky ingredients … Continue reading →

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Quiz Time!

Posted on April 30, 2007 by Gaius

1. Someone who sees conspiracies involving "The Government" in every, single incident that happens is: a) Certifiably insane.  b) An embarrassment to even hardcore conspiracy theorists. c) Extremely fortunate that breathing is an involuntary reflex since that person would otherwise forget … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, Insanity, News | 2 Comments

Bag Limit

Posted on April 27, 2007 by Gaius

I link to a fair number of stories in the British Daily Mail. They usually have something or other that interests or amuses. Today, they have something just a wee bit underhanded going on, though. This is, quite frankly, a … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, Environment, Media, World news | 2 Comments

Boffo B Movies In The Offing!

Posted on March 12, 2007 by Gaius

Hollywood, hoping to catch the Gorezilla wave, are going back in time to recapture the golden era of B movies! Only this time it isn't the atomic bomb they are scarifying about! No, this is big news! They plan on … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, Environment, Media | 1 Comment

This IS A Joke, Isn’t It?

Posted on February 14, 2007 by Gaius

Please tell me this is a gag piece in the Hill.  Rep. Keith Ellison (D-Minn.) believes it is his right as a Muslim to be sworn into Congress with the Quran. But apparently, the freshman lawmaker doesn’t believe it’s Rep. … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, Politics | 9 Comments

A Belgian Valentine’s Day Present

Posted on February 14, 2007 by Gaius

A Belgian "oxygen bar" has decided to replace the traditional Valentine's Day gift of chocolate and flowers with something more lasting: brain damage and asphyxiation! They are encouraging people to replace their oxygen with a hefty snort of helium to … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, World news | 5 Comments

The Un-American Condo Association

Posted on February 6, 2007 by Gaius

I do not use that term often or loosely. This time it fits. Pam over at Blogmeister USA sent me an email about this outrage. A woman who's son is currently serving in Afghanistan has an American flag and a … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogosphere, Dumb Stuff, War | 1 Comment

Nightfall In Britain

Posted on February 5, 2007 by Gaius

Official British government advice on what to do when an old woman is being beaten to a pulp by a young thug on the street: Jumping up and down to distract the criminal might just do the trick. I really … Continue reading →

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Good Day Ruined

Posted on February 4, 2007 by Gaius

Well, not really ruined, I guess. But it is a bit disconcerting to spend a good part of the day with the family at a museum, laughing and joking on the car ride and having a pretty good day. Then … Continue reading →

Posted in Dumb Stuff, Left Wing, Politics, War | 3 Comments