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Another track from the new album has been pre-released, called "My Apocalypse."

What I didn't expect to feel while listening to the new Metallica was sympathy.  They were the reigning kings of the world of metal, and unlike Iron Maiden, Slayer, or dozens of other bands who did well for themselves, the strains of age, success, addiction, and family ( Read more... )

I can't vouch for the accuracy of this site, but it allows users to input a few simple facts and calculate how much of a tax cut you will get based on Obama's stated tax policies.  The site tells me I should get a cut of about $470 if Obama is elected.

http://alchemytoday.com/obamataxcut/

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When the goats are ripe, they just just come hopping down.

I want one in my backyard.

From this site: http://webecoist.com/2008/08/19/the-incredible-tree-climbing-goats-of-morocco/

'Kayfabe' (pronounced KAY-fayb) is a term used in the professional wrestling industry for the illusion that pro wrestling is 'real.'  Acting out of character is considered "breaking kayfabe."

Traditionally wrestlers have been expected to adhere to Kayfabe on camera and in public to preserve a sense of the reality of professional wrestling and ( Read more... )

 
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Watching this I felt an emotion I've never felt in the virtual presence of Paris Hilton before.  I think it might have been something like *respect*.  For once I found myself laughing with her rather than at her.

Strange things come to pass on spaceship Earth.

Seriously, WTF is this thing and who sent it???


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