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Top Te... er, Seven Comedians on Evolution vs. Creationism

Wed, 06/25/2008 - 07:27

Welcome to another post from the Department of Lazy Blogging. Inspired by George Carlin's piece against religion that I posted the other day, here are thoughts on creationism from seven different comedians: Bill Hicks, Ricky Gervais, Robin Ince, Ali G. (featuring Kent Hovind), Eddie Izzard, Joe Rogan and Lewis Black (HT: 2000 Years of Deception). Seven different people, seven different styles, but all with good points to make through the brilliant medium of comedy. Sometimes, when confronted by stupidity on an epic scale, all you can do is laugh, so enjoy!

Top Ten... Bizarre Parasite Photos

Mon, 05/26/2008 - 17:18

The parasite, derided by Victorians but appreciated by a growing number of ecologists as a driving force in evolution. Here's a selection of photos capturing some of the most bizarre, creepy and gruesome ways in which a creature embeds itself into a host, from brain worms to tongue-replacers. You might want to finish that sandwich first.

Top Ten Photos 9/11 Conspiracy Nuts Hate

Mon, 05/12/2008 - 12:35

Ever since the twin towers came down, conspiracy nuts have gone to town, poring over photos and youtube videos in an attempt to prove that the global Salafi Jihad movement wasn't responsible for the attacks, and that some unspecified agents - usually the government, Jews, CIA or some combination of the above - were. In spite of all the conspiracy websites in existence though, not one has managed to come up with any definitive evidence that contradicts the official story.