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Google Announces Knol, An Author Driven Knowledge Project
Google has just announced Knol, their new author driven knowledge project that appears to be a direct response to services like Wikipedia and Mahalo. Earlier…
Mondo Spider, An Amazing 8 Leg Robotic Walking Machine
The Mondo Spider is an amazing 1,500 lb, 8 leg robotic walking machine, inspired by Vancouver Junkyard Wars, that was created by a team of…
How Do You Spell TLA? by They Might Be Giants
It’s probably not a big surprise that They Might Be Giants is one of my favorite bands. Here they are performing the venue song “How…
Scene From Upcoming Road Warrior Remake Featuring Cyclecide
Here’s a great rough cut edit of a scene from an upcoming Road Warrior remake featuring Cyclecide by filmmaker Taylor O’Farrell Fitzgerald. I’m really looking…
Flickr Adds New Stats Feature
Right on! Flickr just added their long awaited Stats feature. Statistics are now available for all of their Pro users. Here’s a snapshot of what…
Visible Vinyl by Jason Freeny
“Visible Vinyl” is the latest illustration by Jason Freeny, who previously created the “Pneumatic Anatomica” balloon dog.
Harold Golen Gallery in Miami Destroyed by Fire
Hi-Fructose is reporting on a devastating fire that destroyed the 3 month old Harold Golen Gallery in the Wynwood Art District of Miami early Monday…
Best Buy Apologies For Sending Cease & Desist Letter
This is amazing. Best Buy’s legal department has just sent us an apology letter for sending yesterday’s Cease & Desist letter regarding our blog coverage…
Flaming Lotus Girls 2008-2009 Photo Calendar
Our friends The Flaming Lotus Girls have created a beautiful Flaming Lotus Girls 2008-2009 Photo Calendar. Sales of the calendar help them to keep creating…
Anon Salon Presents Sea of Dreams New Years Eve 2008
Our friends at Anon Salon are hosting their 8th annual “Sea of Dreams” New Years Eve party to welcome in 2008 on December 31st at…