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Onward Christian Soldiers
The US’s highest ranking military officer has said it is not the US military’s position to promote any specific religion, after Al Jazeera revealed footage of troops apparently preparing to convert Afghans to their Christian faith. “From the United States’ military’s perspective, … Continue reading
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Cop wins doughnut eating world title for third time
ELKHORN — Some law enforcement officers do it for honor. Others do it for fame. There might even be those who do it for money. Sgt. Howard Sawyers does it for doughnuts. The sergeant, who trains correctional officers at the … Continue reading
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Popular Mechanics: 50 Tools Everyone Should Own
Man is “weak in himself, and of small stature,” wrote 19th-century essayist Thomas Carlyle. Yet, with tools, “the granite mountain melts into light dust before him, seas are his smooth highway, winds and fire his unwearying steeds.” And this from … Continue reading
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Ketchup Cake
To commemorate its Canadian centennial and thank Canadians for 100 years of support, Heinz has created The Great Canadian Heinz Ketchup Cake — an ideal dessert for any celebration. It’s red, perfectly spiced and delicious. Think carrot cake without all … Continue reading
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Mouse Trap Fail
I have to admit it’s a little tense watching it, the suspense kills ya.
250+ Killer Digital Libraries and Archives
Hundreds of libraries and archives exist online, from university-supported sites to individual efforts. Each one has something to offer to researchers, students, and teachers. This list contains over 250 libraries and archives that focus mainly on localized, regional, and U.S. … Continue reading
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Maybe You Shouldn’t Buy That
Maybe You Shouldn’t Buy That – A collection of the most expensive and most worthless items in the world.
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Where are you in the movie?
If we started a movie on the day you were born, and stretched it over your lifespan, this is where you’d be in that movie. So if you’re a teenager, you might see Luke arguing with Uncle Owen, or Cameron … Continue reading
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Bag of Randomness
SisterGeeding (above in a Cinco de Mayo event in elementary school) once asked WifeGeeding, “When is Cinco de Mayo?” A Geeding first . . . stitches. I got a bothersome mole removed yesterday. Silly me, I forgot to take pictures. … Continue reading
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