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Science of Scams: Derren Brown and Kat the Scientist debunk the paranormal industry
The Science of Scams is a new project from Channel 4 and mentalist/magician Derren Brown that aims to debunk the paranormal industry's lucrative claims about ghosts, fortune-telling, telekinesis and other assorted woo woo. Brown and C4 produced seven videos purporting to show the kind of "paranorm... More.
Some Christians mad at R. Crumb
R. Crumb's new Book Of Genesis has apparently pissed off certain religious groups because it includes illustrations of the sex and violence that, of course, is found throughout the Bible. From The Telegraph: "It is turning the Bible into titillation," said Mike Judge, of the Christian Instit... More.
27" iMac rules Apple's new gear
The highlights of today's announcements are the Magic Mouse, a 27" iMac, and a Mac Mini designed to be used as a server. There's also a new plastic MacBook, for people who are allergic to aluminium.... More.
More bad news for Shepard Fairey: AP amends countersuit, claims purposeful deceit
A new update in the legal battle over Shepard Fairey's iconic Obama poster, following Friday's surprise revelation by Fairey (BB post here) -- this time, no surprise: The Associated Press today filed a motion seeking to amend its Answer, Affirmative Defenses and Counterclaims from last March ... More.
Leech provides evidence to convict robber
Eight years ago, police investigating the robbery of a 71-year-old Tasmian woman found a leech at the home. They took a blood sample from the leech and now have used DNA gleaned from the sample to convict Peter Alec Cannon of the crime. He has since admitted guilt. From the BBC News (Wikimedia Commo... More.
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