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Tuesday, April 5, 2016

And at Stanford University: “Behave Yourself!”

Touching robots can turn humans on, study finds. What does it feel like to feel up a robot? For most humans, it’s all well and good... until it’s not. At least, that’s what researchers from Stanford University found when they tested the physiological arousal of humans who touch robots in "private"... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, March 25, 2016

And in Putaruru, NZ: Get ready for the inaugural Toilet GP

Loo racing is on in Putaruru Usu ally people are racing to the loo, but on April Fool's Day in Putaruru they will be racing on them. Event organizer Adele Motion said it was organized to let people make fools of themselves on April 1, otherwise known as April Fool’s Day. “It should put a smile on... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, March 18, 2016

And in Belgium: Yet Another Asylum Seeker…

Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam shot and arrested in Brussels French national, 26, has been on the run since November’s attacks in French capital that left 130 dead. Paris attacks suspect Salah Abdeslam has been shot and arrested in a police raid in the Molenbeek area of Brussels, after four... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

And in Toronto: “Nothing to see here, folks…”

TORONTO – A brazen knife attack that sent two Canadian soldiers to hospital was disturbing enough, but police sources say it was the attacker uttering the word “Allah” that prompted Toronto Police to call in terror experts. Chief Mark Saunders told reporters outside of the federal building at 4900... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

And in Germany: A Bratwurst Civil War?

GERMANY BANS SAUSAGES: Pork banned in cafes and schools to 'not offend refugees.' SCHOOLS and canteens in Germany have BANNED pork from their menus over fears of offending Muslim migrants, a top politician has revealed. An increasing number of public canteens, child daycare centres and schools have... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, February 13, 2016

And in Finland: The Force will protect you...

The police in Finland have found the answer to the spate of sexual assaults committed by Muslim migrants. They have produced an educational video that clearly demonstrates the effectiveness of measures women can take to fend off even the most determined of attackers, as you can see for yourself… Our... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

And in Britain: Booze is out, Bacon will be next…

Getting more and more Sharia-compliant, booze is being banned from government-run buildings in London. “The deal currently only covers three buildings - Richmond House, Wellington House and a property on Whitehall - and is almost unheard of outside of the Middle East.” (Kieran Corcoran, EXPRESS,... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

And in India: 7-year old marries dog…

A seven-year-old boy in the astern Indian State of Jharkand has been forced to marry a female dog to ward off his future bad luck. Mukesh Kerayi’s horoscope predicted that his first wife would die young. Also, he had grown a tooth in the upper part of his mouth, which according to traditional belief... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

And in Utah: Freeze-Dried Food Business is Booming…

Mormon Apocalypse Prediction Has People Stocking Up On Food Sales for freeze-dried food, flashlights, blankets and tents have soared in Utah in recent weeks as some Mormons have begun to prepare for the end of the world. The so-called "preppers" believe the world is ending this month based on... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Two Snippets – One Theme…

These two tidbits are from the Jerusalem Post, one of my regular reads, and they’re both illuminating what I sometimes call our ‘condition’… If you’re a baseball fan, you may remember Curt Schilling, the former star pitcher… Here’s what it says: “Former All-Star pitcher and current ESPN baseball... Sign in to see full entry.

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