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Bread Biting Bird Could Have Cost CERN a Lot More Dough

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:59:26 PST

CERN’s LHC is making the news again as the project runs into yet another snag. With the program about to go back online after two failed attempts to find the boson or “god” particle, workers at CERN were shocked to find that a bird had dropped a bit of baguette into the $10 billion machine earlier today. Had the machine been activated without removing the obstruction it would have gone into “shut-down mode.”

The Legend of Blackbeard

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:36:28 PST

Blackbeard the infamous pirate was known to purposefully elevate his level of notoriety and strike fear into those who came in contact with him. He capitalized off of his already large, tall stature and imposing braided black beard, which he tied with ribbons. To enhance his appearance, he lit cannon fuses dipped in lime water or salt peter, and tucked them away under the edge of his hat (or beard). The sight was quite intimidating, as smoke would surround his head.

The Demise and Ghost of Blackbeard

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:33:45 PST

Blackbeard came in contact with another known pirate, Stede Bonnet sometime during late 1717 or early 1718 – a 'gentleman pirate' that amused Edward. He brought him aboard his ship (the 'Revenge') and enjoyed his company. At this time, he commanded four ships and was in charge of more than 300 men.

The Strange World of Charles Fort

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:57:18 PST

The brilliant thinker, writer, and scientific pontificator of his time Charles Fort once said, “Everything is just the proper hat to wear for a while.” Perhaps no scientific idiom has held against the test of time better than this one. Charles Fort, born in Albany New York. Though he did poorly in school, Forte filled his days with early naturalism and studying from books. To know of Charles Fort is to know the history of the post-spiritualist heart of paranormal study.

Zombie Apocalypse: More Likely than you Think

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:03:40 PST

The idea of a zombie apocalypse is generally sequestered to the realm of fiction. Films such as “28 Days Later” and “Dawn of the Dead” are thought to be an excellent fantasy for those looking for an escape to a world free from all the complications of modern life where the only thing one must worry about is their own survival from an ever growing horde of enemies. But is it possible a zombie apocalypse could really happen? The reality is more terrifying than we previously thought.

Nome Alaska: The Nature of A Coverup

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:13:10 PST

Viral marketing campaigns are apparently an integral part of paranormal research these days. It seems every other new movie that comes out is in some way connected to a deep dark paranormal legend that no one has heard about except those directly associated with the film. Of course this is merely fun and games, and generally leads to good storytelling, but these campaigns can be so persistent and convincing that sifting through the hoaxes can waste lots of valuable time. Such is the case with the Nome Alaska Alien Abduction story.

This Mysterious Man

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:11:35 PST

Does the image to the left look familiar? According to several people around the internet, this man has been appearing in their dreams seemingly out of nowhere. Who is this man? The phenomena has been regarded as everything from a Jungian archetype that manifests in our dreams to fulfill some psychological need to an attempt at mass mind control. Or is there something else to this man? Some have even suggested that he is a spiritual entity, or “dream surfer” that moves from conscious mind to conscious mind with purposes unknown. The answer to this man’s identity may surprise you.

CERN's LHC Affecting Time Stream?

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:50:33 PST

Cern’s Large Hadron Collider is the closest thing the mainstream public is currently aware of that closely resembles a mad scientist’s laboratory and doomsday device all rolled up into one. Ever since the Supercolliding Superconductor met its fate in 1993, the search for observable data about the Higg’s Boson has been met with a string of incredibly bizarre bad luck. This bad luck has led some scientists to speculate that there may perhaps be a more dramatic explanation than just sheer chance. Could the LHC be causing a paradox that ultimately affects itself to ensure it is never switched on successfully?

Third of Dinosaurs Could be Wiped Out... Again.

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:51:45 PST

The scientific community may have a bone to pick with a team of paleontologists before they finish sending up to a third of all dinosaur species back to the tar pits. A research team comprised of Berkley’s Mark Goodwin and Montana State’s Jack Horner. The idea is that many discovered dinosaur “species” may have just been babies, rather than different dinos.

Finally! A Unified Theory of Zombie Survival

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:33:59 PST

Since the 1960’s zombies have held a special place in the hearts and minds of the global populace. People have been flocking to "Zombie Land" in droves, crowding and pushing each other out of the way while groaning for more just like a pack of mindless… I can’t think of a parallel. Nonetheless, who hasn’t had ‘The Zombie Talk’ with their friends; a candid and serious tactical discussion about what they’re going to do in the event of a zombie outbreak? This cultural obsession hearkens to something very primal in the human consciousness that relies on twitch reflexes and cleverness that appeals to us all. One scientist at the Università di Parma in Italy may have finally answered the question, “If I were being chased by a legion of the undead, where should I go?”

Sleep Paralysis

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:38:50 PST

You’re lying awake in bed when suddenly something clicks in the back of your brain. You feel different. “They’re here,” your mind says, but you don’t quite understand why. What does that mean, “They’re here?” You start to get up, but find you are completely frozen in place. A light floods into the room and you suddenly remember who “They” are. You freeze in terror as several shadowy silhouettes with black eyes appear above your bed. Memories of years of abductions suddenly come flooding back to you. Soon you find yourself on a brightly lit ship and...

Jack the Ripper Identified?

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:22:43 PST

As the sun set on London that Friday, August 31st 1888, a terror would spill forth onto the city that would set the tone for the next century. Jack the Ripper, as he became known as, would claim his first victim. The air that night was hot and foggy, sending dancing spectral figures floating across the waterfront near Buck’s Row as the first victim, Mary Ann Nichols, was found by Charles Cross. She had been slashed repeatedly with a knife, and mutilated even after death. The mystery would only deepen as the murders grew more and more grotesque and the list of suspects got longer and longer.

10 Facts About Bram Stoker

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:29:04 PST

From making friends with U.S. presidents to seeing the world by the side of an actor, Bram Stoker lived a colorful life that allowed him time to pen one of the most memorable vampire tales. In this article, you will learn more about the man behind the Count.

Facts About Dracula – the Book

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:27:38 PST

With piercing eyes, drawn fangs, and a look borderlining seduction and hunger, Dracula has become a household name – thanks to Irish author Bram Stoker – who wrote an 1897 novel introducing the antagonist better known as the vampire Count Dracula. In this article, you will learn background regarding the author and book, as well as interesting facts concerning the novel.

Frankenstein Trivia – The Book

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:58:53 PST

When it came to the creation and publication of Frankenstein, Mary Shelley's husband, Percy, was influential in more ways than one. For starters, he encouraged her to expand her short story idea into a full novel. He also unknowingly provided a great deal of material for her character Victor Frankenstein, the scientist who successfully brings his creation to life.

How Frankenstein Came to Be

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:24:31 PST

While Mary Shelley wanted to call her novel, 'the Modern Prometheus,' the name never really stuck and we all know her as the author of 'Frankenstein.' In this article, you will learn who (or what) encouraged the author to pen the novel that would become the subject of countless horror films, as well as a popular television sitcom.

Ancient Monuments in Asia: Angkor Wat and Khajuraho Temples

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:59:29 PST

Ask South-East Asian archeologists about the most significant archeological site in the region and many will most certainly mention Angkor Wat, found at the Angkor Archeological Park. In this article, you will learn more about this attraction, as well as the Khajuraho Temples in India.

Asian Historical Monuments: Taj Mahal

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:47:29 PST

With an extensive array of religions, rulers, and empires, India has a multitude of ancient site and attractions for tourists visiting the Asia. For starters, the Taj Mahal is a stunning example of architecture, which leads many to forget the true purpose of this historical attraction.

'Missing Link' Skeleton Older than Lucy Found

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 21:21:48 PST

Lucy, the oldest human skeleton currently on display, may have to give up its place of honor in favor of a newer, or rather ‘older’ competitor named Ardipithecus ramidus, or Ardi for short. The oldest fossil skeleton is 4.4 million years old, predating Lucy by well over a million years.

Introducing the Da Vinci Code (2006)

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:27:34 PST

If you're looking for the plot of the Da Vinci Code in a nutshell, then it's best described as a religious mystery protected by a secret society that's been going on for 2,000 years. What sets off a chain of events involving a cryptologist and a symbolist may disrupt the belief system of followers of Christianity. In this article, you will explore some of the trivia and facts surrounding this religious film.