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Doomsday Officially Minutely Less Likely
The world has become a safer place for the first time in nearly 20 years. Or at least that’s the message from the people behind the Doomsday Clock. The clock is a project run by staff at the University of Chicago’s Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. It aims to symbolize changes in world security through […]
12X Blu-Ray Baloon Busting Phaser
A replica of a classic Star Trek phaser, built with a blu-ray laser as the light source. I want one! For the DIYers among you, follow this link for complete instructions on how to build one yourself. [Via [H]]
OMG: 4.2-Foot Tall Robotic Baby is a Crime Against Nature
Built by researchers from the Machine Perception Laboratory at UCSD, Diego-San is a 4.2-foot tall robotic baby, and is probably the scariest thing I’ve seen so far this year. I mean, a full scale robotic representation of an adult is already creepy enough, but I think these guys are taking things a little too far […]
The Evolution of Warcraft Cinematics
Blizzard’s WOW cinematics have certainly evolved over the last two decades, but with the turn of the 21st century, the changes have become less and less significant. Check it out:
Universities drop “discriminatory” Kindle DX
Universities in four states have agreed to halt schemes to use electronic reading devices until they are fully usable by blind people. The decision concludes a Justice Department investigation over the use of Amazon’s Kindle DX. The National Federation of the Blind and the American Council of the Blind had sued the universities for violating […]
Star Trek Online Launches Open Beta
As of yesterday, the open beta period for Star Trek Online is underway. There are supposedly still beta keys available, but the list of partners that are giving them away (in batches of 1000 each) seems to be largely tapped out. If you’ve missed out but have pre-ordered the game, you’ll still get a slight […]
10 steps to a better IT support process
As an IT professional, you need to have a structured mind in order to think through all the possible problematic situations that can present themselves on a day to day basis. And after having worked in IT for a while, I’ve developed a certain methodology that can help you solve most problems quickly and effectively. […]
Science Uncovers What Cleopatra and Neanderthals Had in Common
Courtesy of BBC news this morning, two particularly interesting stories that mix science, history, and… cosmetics. First up, let’s talk about eyeliner. Yes, eyeliner. There may be no look as timeless and as oft-copied as the Cleopatra eye, made famous in Egyptian art, culture, and mythology. And while it’s certainly aesthetically pleasing (I’m a personal […]