Monthly Archives: August 2009
On Omnipotence and Omniscience
A couple of days ago, while putting on my socks, I had an epiphany. Omnipotence and/or omniscience is torture. Pure, utter torture. I’m telling you, if God exists, he would not like his existence—in fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if … Continue reading
Posted in Amusing, Thoughts, Touchy Subject
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Sleephotography
Who knew sleeping people could be so fascinating? The photographer used shutter speeds of up to 6 hours. I’m tempted to try it out on myself. And now for a screenie/preview so you all have an idea. Fascinating, isn’t it? … Continue reading
Posted in Amusing, Art
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On Entropy & The End of The Universe
After three days of programming a solver in flex, I finally have the time and energy to update this blog. This post is actually long overdue: My classmates in Thermodynamics will probably recognize this. Don’t let the word thermodynamics scare … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Mad Scientist Moment
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Believing in the Link Economy
A fascinating article by Chris Ahearn, the Media President at Reuters. I believe in the link economy. Please feel free to link to our stories — it adds value to all producers of content. I believe you should play fair … Continue reading
Posted in Changing Times, Internet
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Caption Fail
Manila Bulletin fail. Read the caption. Philip commented on this image: “On the other hand, they’re pretty forward-thinking.” As some of you may recall, this isn’t the first time this has happened.
Posted in Amusing
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On Street Kids and the Rain
Today was a bad morning. The heavy rain had woken me up twice during the night, and I had a hard time keeping my eyes open during breakfast. I was in no condition to drive. So I asked my mother … Continue reading
Posted in Rant
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Locked up
You guys don’t seem to understand. I’m not locked in here with you, you’re locked in here with me. -Rorschach, Watchmen
Posted in Badass Quotes, Quotes
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Aligning a Grid to a Baseline
For those of you who are unfamiliar with grids in terms of design, grids are an excellent tool for giving structure and form to a layout, be it in print or in web. This blog is an example of a … Continue reading