Sprites & Elves
In the time span of only a few years since their "discovery", sprites have become one of the most hotly researched phenomena in upper atmospheric physics. The characteristics of sprites have been documented by researchers from different parts of the world. However, in spite of the attention that sprites have received, no theory yet exists which satisfactorily explains their initiation and development.
Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
ElBaradei: Iran not an immediate nuclear threat
"Our assessment is that there is no immediate threat," the winner of the 2005 Nobel Peace Prize told a forum organized by the Monterey Institute of International Studies south of San Francisco. "We still have lots of time to investigate."
"You look around in the Middle East right now and it's a total mess," he said. "You can not add oil to that fire."
I present this article as proof that the international community doe's not wish to engage in a war with Iran prematurely, contrary to Neo-Con beleif. So in the near future when Bush starts spewing his rhetoric we will know better.
"Our assessment is that there is no immediate threat," the winner of the 2005 Nobel Peace Prize told a forum organized by the Monterey Institute of International Studies south of San Francisco. "We still have lots of time to investigate."
"You look around in the Middle East right now and it's a total mess," he said. "You can not add oil to that fire."
I present this article as proof that the international community doe's not wish to engage in a war with Iran prematurely, contrary to Neo-Con beleif. So in the near future when Bush starts spewing his rhetoric we will know better.
Pedophiles to launch political party
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Dutch pedophiles are launching a political party to push for a cut in the legal age for sexual relations to 12 from 16 and the legalization of child pornography and sex with animals, sparking widespread outrage.
Ok, now I have heard everything. Legalizing sex with animals?? 12?? I mean I heard the expression: " If there is grass in the field then play ball" but 12? 12? I mean come on, I hope these guys (girls, ducks, hippo, dogs, whatever) do not expect to be taken seriously.
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - Dutch pedophiles are launching a political party to push for a cut in the legal age for sexual relations to 12 from 16 and the legalization of child pornography and sex with animals, sparking widespread outrage.
Ok, now I have heard everything. Legalizing sex with animals?? 12?? I mean I heard the expression: " If there is grass in the field then play ball" but 12? 12? I mean come on, I hope these guys (girls, ducks, hippo, dogs, whatever) do not expect to be taken seriously.
Monday, May 29, 2006
Scientists ponder invisibility cloak
The keys are special manmade materials, unlike any in nature or the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. These materials are intended to steer light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation around an object, rendering it as invisible as something tucked into a hole in space.
This has already been done silly:
The keys are special manmade materials, unlike any in nature or the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. These materials are intended to steer light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation around an object, rendering it as invisible as something tucked into a hole in space.
This has already been done silly:
The U.S. Govt’s Secret Colorado Oil Discovery
Hidden 1,000 feet beneath the surface of the Rocky Mountains lies the largest untapped oil reserve in the world — more than 2 TRILLION barrels. On August 8, 2005 President Bush mandated its extraction. Three companies have been chosen to lead the way. Test drilling has already begun…
Does this mean we can stop bombing the hell out of every nation with oil? - Probably not...
Hidden 1,000 feet beneath the surface of the Rocky Mountains lies the largest untapped oil reserve in the world — more than 2 TRILLION barrels. On August 8, 2005 President Bush mandated its extraction. Three companies have been chosen to lead the way. Test drilling has already begun…
Does this mean we can stop bombing the hell out of every nation with oil? - Probably not...
Volcano's lake turns from blue to red
WELLINGTON, New Zealand - A lake atop a rumbling volcano on the South Pacific island of Ambae has changed color from blue to bright red, puzzling scientists.
Yet another volcano rumbles to life. Mt. Merapi, Mt. Manero, Tanaga, etc..........................
AFP Photo: Volcanic activity is seen inside the Karthala volcano crater in the Gran Comoros Island of...
WELLINGTON, New Zealand - A lake atop a rumbling volcano on the South Pacific island of Ambae has changed color from blue to bright red, puzzling scientists.
Yet another volcano rumbles to life. Mt. Merapi, Mt. Manero, Tanaga, etc..........................
AFP Photo: Volcanic activity is seen inside the Karthala volcano crater in the Gran Comoros Island of...
Bacteria Discovered-Turns Water Into Hydrogen
Bacteria that can munch through confectionery could be a valuable source of non-polluting energy in the years ahead, new research has shown.
They better keep an eye open for Exxon assassins!! (did I say that out loud?)
Bacteria that can munch through confectionery could be a valuable source of non-polluting energy in the years ahead, new research has shown.
They better keep an eye open for Exxon assassins!! (did I say that out loud?)
Bush 'planted fake news stories on American TV'
Federal authorities are actively investigating dozens of American television stations for broadcasting items produced by the Bush administration and major corporations, and passing them off as normal news. Some of the fake news segments talked up success in the war in Iraq, or promoted the companies' products.
At one time we only has to deal with the spoon-feeding of propaganda, now however it's more like force feeding. "Thank you Bush. Thank you USA."
Campaigners demonstrating force-feeding, which they say is unethical
Federal authorities are actively investigating dozens of American television stations for broadcasting items produced by the Bush administration and major corporations, and passing them off as normal news. Some of the fake news segments talked up success in the war in Iraq, or promoted the companies' products.
At one time we only has to deal with the spoon-feeding of propaganda, now however it's more like force feeding. "Thank you Bush. Thank you USA."
Campaigners demonstrating force-feeding, which they say is unethical
Sunday, May 28, 2006
The children of Guantanamo Bay
The notorious US detention camp in Guantanamo Bay has been hit by fresh allegations of human rights abuses, with claims that dozens of children were sent there - some as young as 14 years old.
British officials last night told the IoS that the UK had been assured that any juveniles would be held in a special facility for child detainees at Guantanamo called Camp Iguana. But the US admits only three inmates were ever treated as children - three young Afghans, one aged 13, who were released in 2004 after a furore over their detention
Hold on a second while I put on my surprised face ....... :) .... no that's not it ..... :( ..... still not getting it ...... ; ...... well I almost had it.
The notorious US detention camp in Guantanamo Bay has been hit by fresh allegations of human rights abuses, with claims that dozens of children were sent there - some as young as 14 years old.
British officials last night told the IoS that the UK had been assured that any juveniles would be held in a special facility for child detainees at Guantanamo called Camp Iguana. But the US admits only three inmates were ever treated as children - three young Afghans, one aged 13, who were released in 2004 after a furore over their detention
Hold on a second while I put on my surprised face ....... :) .... no that's not it ..... :( ..... still not getting it ...... ; ...... well I almost had it.
Plead for aid-Indonesia
BANTUL, Indonesia - Tens of thousands camped out for a second night Sunday in streets, cassava fields and the paths between rice paddies as the death toll from Indonesia's earthquake topped 4,300.
With everything happening in this area recently such as the terrible tsunami, Mt. Merapi, and this recent earthquake and it's devastating consequences I fear for the safety of them all. It is starting to have a very ominous effect on me.
BANTUL, Indonesia - Tens of thousands camped out for a second night Sunday in streets, cassava fields and the paths between rice paddies as the death toll from Indonesia's earthquake topped 4,300.
With everything happening in this area recently such as the terrible tsunami, Mt. Merapi, and this recent earthquake and it's devastating consequences I fear for the safety of them all. It is starting to have a very ominous effect on me.
U.S. is world leader in avoiding human rights accountability
Washington, DC, 26 May (Asiantribune.com): Governments worldwide, in the name of fighting terror, are committing gross violations of human rights: mistreating suspects, harming civilians and undermining their ability to solve some of the world’s most urgent problems, says U.S. Chapter of Amnesty International in its annual report released here May 23 highlighting the U.S. government’s current system for outsourcing key military detention and intelligence operations as fueling serious human rights violations and undermining accountability.
Amnesty International places responsibility jointly on the Bush administration and companies to overhaul the contracting system from top to bottom to ensure safety of suspects and civilians and investigation and prosecution when rights are violated.
Nothing better then being the leader in state sponsored terrorism ....... err .... I mean promoting democracy ...... yeah that's it.
Washington, DC, 26 May (Asiantribune.com): Governments worldwide, in the name of fighting terror, are committing gross violations of human rights: mistreating suspects, harming civilians and undermining their ability to solve some of the world’s most urgent problems, says U.S. Chapter of Amnesty International in its annual report released here May 23 highlighting the U.S. government’s current system for outsourcing key military detention and intelligence operations as fueling serious human rights violations and undermining accountability.
Amnesty International places responsibility jointly on the Bush administration and companies to overhaul the contracting system from top to bottom to ensure safety of suspects and civilians and investigation and prosecution when rights are violated.
Nothing better then being the leader in state sponsored terrorism ....... err .... I mean promoting democracy ...... yeah that's it.
Pope questions God?
OSWIECIM, Poland (Reuters) - Calling himself "a son of Germany,"
Pope Benedict' prayed at the former Nazi death camp of Auschwitz on Sunday and asked why God was silent when 1.5 million victims, mostly Jews, died in this "valley of darkness."
Probably the same reason the Catholic Church remained silent as long as they did with child molesting clergymen ......... Sheer embarrassment.
OSWIECIM, Poland (Reuters) - Calling himself "a son of Germany,"
Pope Benedict' prayed at the former Nazi death camp of Auschwitz on Sunday and asked why God was silent when 1.5 million victims, mostly Jews, died in this "valley of darkness."
Probably the same reason the Catholic Church remained silent as long as they did with child molesting clergymen ......... Sheer embarrassment.
Haditha Massacre
LA Times: Photographs taken by a Marine intelligence team have convinced investigators that a Marine unit killed as many as 24 unarmed Iraqis, some of them "execution-style," in the insurgent stronghold of Haditha after a roadside bomb killed an American in November, officials close to the investigation said Friday.
Winning the hearts and minds of the Iraqi people as our American troops loose their own. Although there is no justification for the atrocities committed, one must pause to see that our troops are stuck in a war built on lies with no clear exit. And the only thought swimming in their minds is will I ever make it home.
LA Times: Photographs taken by a Marine intelligence team have convinced investigators that a Marine unit killed as many as 24 unarmed Iraqis, some of them "execution-style," in the insurgent stronghold of Haditha after a roadside bomb killed an American in November, officials close to the investigation said Friday.
Winning the hearts and minds of the Iraqi people as our American troops loose their own. Although there is no justification for the atrocities committed, one must pause to see that our troops are stuck in a war built on lies with no clear exit. And the only thought swimming in their minds is will I ever make it home.
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