Monthly Archives: August 2005

Image of the Day: Oil Rig Versus Bridge

Posted on August 30, 2005 by Derek

One of the many unique situations created in Hurricane Katrina’s wake, this photo shows an oil rig that had come loose from it’s moorings during the storm and floated into a bridge in Mobile Bay.

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Atari Flashback2

Posted on August 30, 2005 by Derek

Tonight has been one long 1980s nostalgia trip thanks to a $29.95 Atari Flashback2 I found at the local Wal-Mart. This retro-gaming gadget does a far better job of recreating the early console experience thanks to nice touches such as … Continue reading →

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Image of the Day: 1998 Google Hardware

Posted on August 29, 2005 by Derek

The above is all the equipment it took to contain what was Google in 1998.

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The Skeptic’s Dictionary

Posted on August 28, 2005 by Derek

If you’re looking for another good resource for those interested in a more skeptical view on typically controversial topics like the paranormal, junk science or alternative medicine, visit skepdic.com.

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Wiki on Hurricane Katrina and New Orleans

Posted on August 28, 2005 by Derek

Wikipedia has an entry up for Hurricane Katrina, the category 5 hurricane that’s predicted to have a good chance of hitting the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. As the Wikipedia entry on New Orleans suggests, the world-famous town is especially … Continue reading →

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