Nature is amazing

So, a Sub-Antarctic Skua swallowed an octopus. A small one, in its entirety, still alive. The octopus, not happy with the state of affairs, managed to partially chew its way out, causing the bird to die. The octopus, unfortunately, was partially digested in the process and also succumbed. Further details.

"Blue Gold"

The Christian Science Monitor reports on the coming global water shortage.

Stupid Pig's China Blog

He's captured something very accurate about China, in two sentences:
"However, at the same time, foreigners in China would say that there needs to be more traffic laws and rules regulating spitting. I would also agree with this since I almost got run over by a car on my way to work today while spitting in the middle of the road."

Panda-pet

Have you ever wanted a dog that looked like a Panda? Take your Chow-chow to the hair salon!

A softer world

or is it?

Gender-blind housing

At Wesleyan's Russian House. They started the whole gender-blind housing thing the year after I graduated.

Ogden Nash is my favorite

The Dog

The truth I do not stretch or shove
When I state that the dog is full of love.
I've also found, by actual test,
A wet dog is the lovingest.

Rubbish - Short Film with Martin Freeman and Anna Friel

What this world needs...

Is more love! Un-Hate a Turk Today!

Credit card buddy

Something to store your credit cards in, and think about what you're buying.

What to wear, what to wear?

It's an interesting question, in consideration of sandstorms.

Beijing Natives - Chinese Rap

I'm super proud of myself for recognizing Dashan.

Mischevious Monkeys!

I think I'm in love with Jerry Reed

But what is the show's host wearing?

Implicit Associations

Think you're really righteous? Think you're pure in heart? Well, you can test yourself for racial or gender bias here.

Snow in Thailand

Bemused residents suspect anthrax attack, scientists, climate change.

Political contributions

Fascinating google maps mashup -- see where political donations come from. Searchable by name, place, and occupation.

Monkey playing with tigers

I do believe this confirms that my boyfriend is related to monkeys

Basketball

...it's from Canada!

Origami spacecraft

Oh, those wackily innovative Japanese!