hassata Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 (edited) Since I seem to have so much to share, and in an effort not to spam the boards, I will limit my musings to this thread. Please post if it grates, and I will let it die a dignified death :). First off, a feel good story: Woman Coughs Up One of her Lungs. Fox doesn't like Amsterdam so much: x8bc_ZyORbM Edited January 9, 2012 by hassata [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimes Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Considering he doesn't understand how tides work... The right man in the wrong place makes all the difference in the world. Current Projects: Grayflag Server, Scripting Wiki Useful Links: Mission Scripting Tools MIST-(GitHub) MIST-(Thread) SLMOD, Wiki wishlist, Mission Editing Wiki!, Mission Building Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafer Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Anything that pokes fun of Fox News...bring it on. ED have been taking my money since 1995. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EtherealN Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Considering he doesn't understand how tides work... That one was funny indeed. :D [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Daniel "EtherealN" Agorander | Даниэль "эфирныйн" Агорандер Intel i7 2600K @ 4.4GHz, ASUS Sabertooth P67, 8GB Corsair Vengeance @ 1600MHz, ASUS GTX 560Ti DirectCU II 1GB, Samsung 830series 512GB SSD, Corsair AX850w, two BENQ screens and TM HOTAS Warthog DCS: A-10C Warthog FAQ | DCS: P-51D FAQ | Remember to read the Forum Rules | | | Life of a Game Tester Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cichlidfan Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Fox doesn't like Amsterdam so much: Excerpt from Bill's contract talks: "Yes, the crew did get a 50% increase and you only got 5%, but it's ok because you have a much bigger salary so the percentages work differently." :megalol: I am ashamed to admit having a relative who thinks quite highly of FOX and Bill O in particular.:doh: ASUS ROG Maximus VIII Hero, i7-6700K, Noctua NH-D14 Cooler, Crucial 32GB DDR4 2133, Samsung 950 Pro NVMe 256GB, Samsung EVO 250GB & 500GB SSD, 2TB Caviar Black, Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Extreme 8GB, Corsair HX1000i, Phillips BDM4065UC 40" 4k monitor, VX2258 TouchScreen, TIR 5 w/ProClip, TM Warthog, VKB Gladiator Pro, Saitek X56, et. al., MFG Crosswind Pedals #1199, VolairSim Pit, Rift CV1 :thumbup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jona33 Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 That's amazing. He's brilliant. Always remember. I don't have a clue what I'm doing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 10, 2012 Author Share Posted January 10, 2012 (edited) Wof0xPUmW38 Edit: Cool 60 Minutes behind the scenes article Edited January 10, 2012 by hassata [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monotwix Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 Spin bits. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phludDUfakg :idiot: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Or6mIaSWZ8g&feature=relmfu I know the human being and fish can coexist peacefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 11, 2012 Author Share Posted January 11, 2012 Nothing good can come of this. __________________ aT8lJEgEuTk#! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cichlidfan Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 For some reason I am watching Thunderball right now...jet pack just went by!!:D ASUS ROG Maximus VIII Hero, i7-6700K, Noctua NH-D14 Cooler, Crucial 32GB DDR4 2133, Samsung 950 Pro NVMe 256GB, Samsung EVO 250GB & 500GB SSD, 2TB Caviar Black, Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Extreme 8GB, Corsair HX1000i, Phillips BDM4065UC 40" 4k monitor, VX2258 TouchScreen, TIR 5 w/ProClip, TM Warthog, VKB Gladiator Pro, Saitek X56, et. al., MFG Crosswind Pedals #1199, VolairSim Pit, Rift CV1 :thumbup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 12, 2012 Author Share Posted January 12, 2012 Japanese Bagel Heads http://oddstuffmagazine.com/bagelheads-trend-from-japan.html [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 Lunar Landing Visualization Bad Math Disasters MptrEyGRw_o Wait, what? http://www.bluesnews.com/screenshots/games/topgunhardlock/20120112/ [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hassata Posted January 13, 2012 Author Share Posted January 13, 2012 From: Ross Mills To those responsible for choosing the toys they wish to sell at the Early Learning Centre, as well as in-store advertising. I was recently walking past the Dundee Early Learning Centre, and was shocked and disgusted to see an advert for Star Wars toys, prominently featuring the characters Yoda and Anakin Skywalker as positive figures. Personally, I could not be more shocked. I thought the Early Learning Centre was a place for positive reinforcement of positive actions for children, but yet, here it was, actively promoting one of the most evil characters in the Star Wars universe. Anakin Skywalker. Now, I am aware that Anakin was not always evil, and was in-fact an innocent in Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace, however, I wish to press on you the severity of his actions starting upon joining the Jedi Order as a Padawan: * Consistent and flagrantly ignoring the rules, orders and limits set on him by his Jedi Master, Obi-Wan Kenobi. * Killing an entire tribe of sand-people on Tatooine * Killing the unarmed Count Dooku * Cutting the arm off a Jedi Knight, Mace Windu. (Need I remind you that the Jedi Knights are the PROTECTORS of peace and justice throughout the Star Wars saga?) * Pledging himself to the Dark Side of the force, an organisation based on the teachings of the Sith, involving Brutality, Fear, Anger, and Hatred, including severe humanistic racism when they came into power forming the Empire * Acted as the right-hand of the Sith Emperor * Choked his wife using the power of the Force, nearly killing her and undeniably an act which eventually led to her death. * Attempted killing of Jedi Knight and Master, Obi-Wan Kenobi. And, last of all, and the most important * The massacre of an entire school of young Jedi Children. Now, I ask you, how can you sell such toys, promoting such individuals, in your establishment? Sincerely, Ross Mills ________________________ Dear Mr Mills As an avid Star Wars fan myself I can relate to your points below and see the perspective that Anakin Skywalker (in his teenage years onwards) is by no means a ‘positive’ role model, nor is he intended to be represented as such. We sell a wide range of characters from the Star Wars universe, including stormtroopers, scout troopers, Commander Cody and so forth. With particular reference to the two former characters both are generally considered to be ‘bad’ and unlike Anakin have had no periods of being ‘good’ or ‘redemption’ and are provided to give the ‘good guys’ someone to triumph over. While ideally the Jedi Council would have no enemies and would sit in their chambers sipping Bothan rum, it’s not particularly interesting for a small child (unless of course they wish to populate their ‘tea parties’ with Star Wars characters in which case we fully endorse this!) For a child to fully immerse themselves in the Star Wars products we sell I would hesitate a guess that said child is a fan of the Clone Wars cartoon series (the prequels and sequels being of an age most would agree is unsuitable for the age range we cater for). In this series Anakin is very much portrayed as a force of good, and our aim is to provide fans of the series with both heroes and villains so they can replay the epic battles of the show in the comfort of their own home. It’s unlikely that children of that age have seen any of the Star Wars films, however if they have I beg to offer the following counterpoints to ‘the sins of Anakin’ * Anakin loved his mother a great deal and always treated her with respect * Rescued his master several times from assassins, pit monsters, droid troopers etc. * Rescued Amidalla from assassin snakes, pit monsters, the Trade Federation and even found time to romance her in the fields of Naboo * Built C3PO * Won the Podrace * Killed the evil emperor to save his son * I would also argue that if a child has seen all the films they’ll see Anakin as a hero who went wrong but ultimately paid the supreme sacrifice to atone for his sins. There may be better role models out there for a child, but for the period our toys are aimed at (the Clone Wars), Anakin remains very much ‘hero material’ and is a popular and welcome addition to our range. Kind regards, Paul ******** Client Support Manager The Early Learning Centre [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hassata Posted January 16, 2012 Author Share Posted January 16, 2012 Your Bailout Dollars at Work Just wow. http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/blogs/taibblog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-wall-street-in-one-brief-tale-20120113 [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 Jordan's newest princess. Just got married to the former crown Prince. XQhMc5Weo_o [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafer Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Access denied. ED have been taking my money since 1995. :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monotwix Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 What the.... I know the human being and fish can coexist peacefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 Access denied. That's weird. Try the direct link? It's some very cool stuff from the aero club they have here in the desert. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQhMc5Weo_o [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 Underwater Sounds http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-16555916 The humpback one is cool. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monotwix Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Check out the new breed of seals you can buy from a pet shop. I know the human being and fish can coexist peacefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hassata Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 Awwww. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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