Humor

An Acquired Taste

From the BBC comes news that some European airlines have banned the Swedish delicacy known as Surströmming. I’d never heard of Surströmming before, and based on the description in the article, I’m not … Read more

Hooters 2006 Calendar

Unlike the best blonde joke, this link to the Hooters 2006 Calendar actually has a pay-off, though it’s probably not what you’re expecting. Go ahead, check it out; it’s completely work-safe.

Best Blonde Joke

I found this amusing when I first saw it last year, and in the bleakness of winter, it seems a little levity is in order so I’ve decided to pass on this link … Read more

Summer Headline?

It’s two days before Christmas, I haven’t had a lot to say lately and no time to say it; forgive me for this rare indulgence in fantasy and wishful thinking:

Sleepless George

Four Ghosts of the White House One night, George W. Bush is tossing restlessly in his White House bed. He awakens to see George Washington standing by him. Bush asks him,”George, what is … Read more

Ignorance in Kansas

So, the Kansas Board of Education made ignorance official state policy yesterday. And before you start thinking that I, of all people, am against the free exchange of ideas, think again. I relish … Read more

Screen Cleaner

Get your week off to a good start with this cute screen cleaner! Thanks to Chris and Oz

Beloit Mindset List Class of 2009

It’s the beginning of the school year, and that means it’s time for the annual Beloit College Student Mindset List. An annual list compiled for the past 8 years, it presents a set … Read more

Friday Fish Follies

Via boingboing comes this fish tale of 40lb catfish and the men who catch them … with their bare hands! John has more information about this most unusual approach to catching fish.