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First Casualties From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (54 minutes old)

The new US fall TV schedule has already claimed a few victims, in the form of new series that have been cancelled. The CW Network has cancelled The Beautiful Life, a show about models trying to mak… more

The way things panned out today From Znethru ^Pro in Aardvark Blog (1 day old)

Today had a kind of intense vibe to it. I wonder if the atmospheric pressure just seems to go up on days like this. Can't really think of anything mindblowing that happened today although I did go … more

Remembrance Day From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (1 day old)

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Steady Eddie dodges a bullet From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (2 days old)

One of the little odd quirks about the Progressive Conservative Party of Alberta, currently in power, is its policy of holding periodic leadership reviews, whether they are needed or not. Some say tha… more

The Berlin Wall From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (3 days old)

It was 20 years ago today that they broke down the wall. The Berlin Wall was built to isolate West Berlin from the surrounding East Germany. And on November 9, 2009, East Germany relaxed travel res… more

? From Znethru ^Pro in Ask or Answer. (3 days old)

Should you do what people tell you to do or should you do the opposite?… more

Do things happen instantly? From Znethru ^Pro in Aardvark Blog (3 days old)

I expect things to happen instantly, but what I've discovered is that the only thing that seems to happen instantly are auto-reply emails usually from email addresses that are no longer working. I've … more

Movie Review - Bon Cop, Bad Cop (2006) From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (4 days old)

A dead body is found, a murder victim, and the mere placement of his body creates complications. He is found on the Quebec-Ontario border, his feet in Ontario, his head in Quebec. After squabbling ove… more

Lounge Lizard From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

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The first acorn of common sense From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (4 days old)

UK councils please take note. FRANKFORT, Ky. A spokeswoman for Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear says he's calling the tree on the Capitol's front lawn a "Christmas" tree this holiday season. A… more

Movie Review - The Tomorrow Man (2001) From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (5 days old)

Los Angeles, 2000: A career criminal named Mac, aided by a few cohorts, executes a smash-and-grab crime, stealing a high-tech gadget that allows time travel. Mac and his cadre use it to go back in tim… more

Groan of the night From prydwen in Grin and bear it (5 days old)

A man died today after becoming trapped under a large wicker basket containing a smoked ham, a jar of pickled onions, some cheddar, water biscuits and a bottle of champagne. Police said that their … more

Who needs therepy? From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

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Louis Walsh From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

When will this man get a reality check, smell the coffee and realise that he is either tone death, or the biggest bullshitter in the world.... Louis the louse should bow out of this competition at … more

Please Please Please From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

Will someone out there please put John and Edward out of their misery (and mine)....… more

Guess the odd one out: From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

Lord Stevenson, former chairman, HBOS Bank Andy Hornby, former CEO, HBOS Bank Sir Fred Goodwin, former CEO, RBS Bank Sir Tom McKillup, former chairman, RBS Bank John McFall MP, chairman, Treasury … more

The problem with e-bay From prydwen in Grin and bear it (5 days old)

It’s really difficult to find what you want on eBay. I was searching for cigarette lighters and it found over 15,000 matches.… more

What Language Should You Learn? From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's Neighbourhood (5 days old)

You Should Learn Japanese You're cutting edge, and you are ready to delve into wacky Japanese culture. From Engrish to eating contests, you're born to be a crazy gaijin. Saiko! What Languag… more

Saturday Meme From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (5 days old)

1. With Friday the 13th on the horizon, do you have any superstitions? I will not walk under ladders and hate seeing a single magpie. 2. Have you any phobias? Still have a fear of heights. 3. … more

Fanning the H1N1 Flames From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (6 days old)

As H1N1 Flu vaccination clinics re-open in Alberta (but only for children under 5 and pregnant women), a bit of controversy has flamed up in Calgary. It seems that a health official there arranged it … more

Quote of the night From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

If you got to swim in shit, keep your chin up.… more

Instant Viagra From prydwen in Wulfweard the White (6 days old)

'Viagra' is now available in powder form for your tea. It doesn't enhance your sexual performance but it does stop your biscuit going soft.. … more

V From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (7 days old)

Earlier this week, a new science fiction television series preimered: V. This is a remake of a series from the early 1980's, in which aliens invaded Earth. The Visitors, as they were called, cl… more

More writing stuff From Znethru ^Pro in Aardvark Blog (7 days old)

Today was only notable inasmuch as I have made a decision to buy an extremely expensive pen (probably from eBay). I have whittled it down to about three choices including a Mont Blanc and a Montegr… more

99% Inspiration (for a few seconds) From Znethru ^Pro in Aardvark Blog (8 days old)

I am having a purple patch of inspiration. However it is 00.30 which is not the hour normally associated with inspirational moods. Listening to Schubert's String Quartet in A minor on CD and genera… more

One more From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (8 days old)

Another video on the Canadian Broadcaster Cash Grab, as I am desperate for filler for today's post. ;) … more

One Flu over the Cuckoo's Nest From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (9 days old)

The clinics for the free H1N1 Flu vaccinations here in Edmonton, and elsewhere across Alberta, have been shut down. Temporarily, anyway. The reason: they have no more flu shots available. They ran … more

Banana Cats From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (10 days old)

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Let's Do The Time Warp Again! From I_Am_Xenon ^Pro in Xenon's World (11 days old)

It's astounding... The Rocky Horror Picture Show was released in 1975. Based upon the stage play The Rocky Horror Show, the movie was originally a box-office dud. But within a few years, the fi… more

Are post offices open tomorrow? From Znethru ^Pro in Ask or Answer. (11 days old)

Keep in mind that I could be asking this question yesterday.… more