(Thanks Andy)
Friday, June 27, 2008
10 More Stunning Bridges From Around The World
Bridges have long been a thing of fascination in the human mind because of what they connote: connection. Even though much of our communication is carried out via email or telephone, we are still nonetheless a sociable bunch. We go places, see things, visit people and experience life, all of which requires movement and interaction. Bridges are therefore a facilitator of connection in the broad mesh of human social life.
(Thanks Andy)
(Thanks Andy)
Thursday, June 26, 2008
20 Reason Not to Move to Dubai
I've posted this before but it has been doing the rounds again today - The top 20 reasons not to move to Dubai.
"It is really hot outside. Not Florida in July hot; Hot as if you were locked in a car in Florida in July with sufficient humidity to make it feel as though you are drowning. Hot as in 120 degrees with nearly 100% humidity. Do not look to the wind for relief. This is the equivalent of pointing a hairdryer on full blast directly at your face. Pour fine moon dust-like sand over your head as you do this and you get the picture."
"It is really hot outside. Not Florida in July hot; Hot as if you were locked in a car in Florida in July with sufficient humidity to make it feel as though you are drowning. Hot as in 120 degrees with nearly 100% humidity. Do not look to the wind for relief. This is the equivalent of pointing a hairdryer on full blast directly at your face. Pour fine moon dust-like sand over your head as you do this and you get the picture."
Adverts From The Time Equality Forgot
A look at some old adverts that would be considered politically incorrect today.
(via Reality Carnival)
(via Reality Carnival)
Audiotool
Not had much chance to play with this yet but it looks awesome. Play around with virtual recreations of vintage electronic instruments.
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Monday, June 23, 2008
Toe Jam - The BPA
It grows on you.
Fatboy Slim gets a lift from Iggy Pop, David Byrne, Dizzee Rascal, Martha Wainwright and Ashley Beedle on the debut album from his new project, the Brighton Port Authority.
Kind of NSFW.
Fatboy Slim gets a lift from Iggy Pop, David Byrne, Dizzee Rascal, Martha Wainwright and Ashley Beedle on the debut album from his new project, the Brighton Port Authority.
Kind of NSFW.
Handmade Guitar Picks
My old bank cards usually end up getting transformed into picks - handmade picks.
This is one of my efforts:
(via Make Blog)
This is one of my efforts:
(via Make Blog)
In action: A Skyscraper's 728 Ton Stabilising Ball
Interesting article about the the tuned mass damper inside the world's tallest building, Taipai 101. Here's some video of it moving during a tremor.
Friday, June 20, 2008
8 More Abandoned And Decayed Hotels From Around The World
I find these old abandoned places fascinating.
Another great find from reader and regular contributor Andy Boyd.
Another great find from reader and regular contributor Andy Boyd.
Russian Ice Tunnel
This 3150 meter long tunnel in Russia is the longest in-city tunnel of Europe . There is a river running over it and water leaks at some points. When the temperature drops to minus 38 degrees like it did this winter, the road freezes. The result is the attached video taken during a single day with the tunnel camera.
Battlestar Galactica Concept Art
Awesome gallery of Ralph McQuarrie's concept art for the original Battlestar Galactica series.
(via Gerry Canavan)
(via Gerry Canavan)
An Actual letter to the Canadian Passport office
I'm not sure if this is real but it's pretty funny.
Puzzle Farter
A fun Friday game found by Colin over at Bog brush - Puzzle farter.
Make sure you turn your sound up.
Make sure you turn your sound up.
Monday, June 16, 2008
Sunday, June 15, 2008
How Many Sequels?
Quiz - Guess the number of sequels made of each film.
I wont embarrass myself and reveal my score.
(via The Presurfer)
I wont embarrass myself and reveal my score.(via The Presurfer)
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Robokill
Slick top down shooter game with v.nice graphics -Robokill. Use the arrow keys to move, mouse to aim/fire.
Monday, June 09, 2008
Astronomy Pics
Nick just sent me this great link to the Flickr page of amateur astronomer Dave Goodin. This sun picture is awesome.
Calculate Your C02 Footprint
How much C02 do you emit each year?
I don't know what all the fuss is about C02, I don't even use it. I use petrol, gas and electricity.
I don't know what all the fuss is about C02, I don't even use it. I use petrol, gas and electricity.
Google Earth Disney World
A cool new feature in Google Earth - 3D models for all the rides and attractions at Disney World in Florida. Here's a screenshot I just grabbed. 
Sunday, June 08, 2008
Friday, June 06, 2008
Bus Stop to Nowhere
A German care home have taken an unusual step to prevent Alzheimer's patients from wandering off - building a fake bus stop.
“It sounds funny,” said Old Lions Chairman Franz-Josef Goebel, “but it helps. Our members are 84 years-old on average. Their short-term memory hardly works at all, but the long-term memory is still active. They know the green and yellow bus sign and remember that waiting there means they will go home.” The result is that errant patients now wait for their trip home at the bus stop, before quickly forgetting why they were there in the first place.
“We will approach them and say that the bus is coming later today and invite them in to the home for a coffee,” said Mr Neureither. “Five minutes later they have completely forgotten they wanted to leave.”
“It sounds funny,” said Old Lions Chairman Franz-Josef Goebel, “but it helps. Our members are 84 years-old on average. Their short-term memory hardly works at all, but the long-term memory is still active. They know the green and yellow bus sign and remember that waiting there means they will go home.” The result is that errant patients now wait for their trip home at the bus stop, before quickly forgetting why they were there in the first place.
“We will approach them and say that the bus is coming later today and invite them in to the home for a coffee,” said Mr Neureither. “Five minutes later they have completely forgotten they wanted to leave.”
Read At Work Without Getting Caught
Slick reading interface that presents text so it looks like you're working on some boring powerpoint.
Thursday, June 05, 2008
The Ladybird Book of The Policeman
I've seen this a few places but only bothered to read it today. Someone has scanned the entire book then added their own humorous text.
Related - Ladybird How it Works Televison
Related - Ladybird How it Works Televison
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Bandmates Wanted
Funny craiglist ad from a guitarist looking for bandmates.
"You are expected to have suitable gear. If you can see the top of your amplifier, don't bother answering this ad."
"You are expected to have suitable gear. If you can see the top of your amplifier, don't bother answering this ad."
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Visualising Magnetic Fields
Great set of images and video from NASA showing how magnetic fields move through space.
(via Gizmodo)
Monday, June 02, 2008
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