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Bookish
I wanted to talk a little about what I am reading.
I saw this idea over at Mind on Fire. Basically it’s about taking an excerpt out of a near book and sharing it.
For the record, I do not know what a meme is, I do not care what a meme is, and, in fact, [...]
Is this what Academia is all about?
Let me tell you a little story.
So to Pope decides to visit an Italian University and give a speech. This is not a churchy event, but is the opening of the academic year and, in my opinion, a pretty big win for the University. Say what you will about the Pope, it is a big [...]
Ducks trade AndyMac
When Scott announced he was coming back, I looked around and said “Beauchemin or McDonald are the most at risk.”
Sadly, how true I was.
Andy McDonald was traded to the Blues today for Doug Weight (not a bad pick up), a minor leaguer, and a 7th round pick. In addition, Doug Weight is a UFA [...]
Russian Doomsday Cult
I have been very lax in my study of religion of late. It turns out that when you have assignments and constant pressure that comes with grad school, it’s much easier for it to be hobby. I’m going to file that under ironic and move on. My focus when I was actively [...]
Appeals Court Says Feds Need Warrants to Search E-Mail
Very interesting case in the Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals…don’t be surprised is this one go to the U.S. Supreme Court.
From the decision:
“In considering the factors for a preliminary injunction, the district court reasoned that e-mails held by an ISP were roughly analogous to sealed letters, in which the sender maintains an expectation of [...]
Anaheim Ducks WIN!
The Anaheim Ducks beat the Ottawa Senators 4-1 to win the greatest prize in sports… the Stanley Cup!
We are in the so-called era of the “new NHL.” The new rules are in place to make the game faster, more exciting, and to see more goals scored. And it has worked (whether or not [...]
16-year Old Girl Denied Bail for “God Hates Fags” Flyer
Two girls were arrested in McHenry County, Illinois last week for distributing flyers at their school that depicted a male classmate kissing another classmate and had the words “God Hates Fags” on the flyers. One of the girls at her arraignment was denied bail for her actions, and the other was effectively placed on [...]
Anaheim Ducks advance to Stanely Cup finals!
Anaheim prevailed 4-2 in the best-of-seven NHL Western Conference final. The Ducks will meet the Ottawa Senators in the Cup final, with Game 1 set for May 28 (CBC, 7:30 p.m. ET).read more | digg story
Ottawa Senators move on to Stanley Cup finals in OT thriller
Canada will have a team in the NHL’s Stanley Cup finals, and Ottawa will have a team which can compete for hockey’s top prize for the first time in the modern era. The Ottawa Senators defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in overtime on Saturday in Buffalo.
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Turn On The Lights
I’m reading this article in my school’s newspaper (Orange Coast College’s Coast Report) on safety and lighting concerns. The article tells that the school has received a lot of complaints about the lighting and, now, the campus is deciding to do something about it. They have a brilliant plan. They are going to conduct a [...]
