Upcoming Remakes No One Asked For - Movies Feature at IGN: "There once was a time, long ago, when the Hollywood system would come up with brand new ideas for genre films. This time has unfortunately passed, and it's starting to feel like all we have to look forward to is a crop of regurgitated plot lines from movies that are either already sitting on our shelves, or are available within minutes via on-demand services.
Don't get me wrong, there are classic films that are actually remakes themselves, like John Carpenter's The Thing and Brian De Palma's Scarface, though at least these were remakes of extremely old films, and were significantly different in their approaches to the material. Some films in the current line-up of remakes however, only date back to the mid '90s! At this rate, we'll probably be talking about remakes of Fight Club and The Matrix in a few years. When does it end? "
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Tuesday, 13 September 2011
Poisonous Rhinos Discourage Poachers : Discovery News
Poisonous Rhinos Discourage Poachers : Discovery News: "BLOG: Radioactive Boars Increasing in Numbers
The Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve in Krugersdorp, north of Johannesburg, South Africa, discovered that a medical mixture used to kill parasites on the rhinos also made their horns toxic to humans. The AFP recently reported on this new tool in the fight to protect wildlife.
The treatment helps the health of the horn-heads by preventing parasites, but causes convulsions and headaches in any human who partakes in a rhino horn home remedy. Rhino horn is made of keratin, the same material as fingernails and hair, and prized in parts of Asia an an aphrodisiac and for other medicines.
The mixture also contains a dye that makes the horns glow neon pink in an airport scanner, even when ground into powder."
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The Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve in Krugersdorp, north of Johannesburg, South Africa, discovered that a medical mixture used to kill parasites on the rhinos also made their horns toxic to humans. The AFP recently reported on this new tool in the fight to protect wildlife.
The treatment helps the health of the horn-heads by preventing parasites, but causes convulsions and headaches in any human who partakes in a rhino horn home remedy. Rhino horn is made of keratin, the same material as fingernails and hair, and prized in parts of Asia an an aphrodisiac and for other medicines.
The mixture also contains a dye that makes the horns glow neon pink in an airport scanner, even when ground into powder."
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Other 'Star Wars' Blu-Ray Changes George Lucas Could Make (PICTURES)
Other 'Star Wars' Blu-Ray Changes George Lucas Could Make (PICTURES): "If you've felt nerd rage in the air, you're not crazy. George Lucas, on the other hand, may in fact be, according to the very nerds outraged that he's tampering with the original "Star Wars" trilogy for the third time since they were released.
For instance, Lucasfilm confirmed to The New York Times that passed-around footage of Darth Vader shouting "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!" while heaving Emperor Palpatine into a shaft at the end of "Return of the Jedi" is an authentic clip from the upcoming Blu-Ray release, which will see updated versions of all six "Star Wars" films as well as hundreds of hours of bonus footage.
"Star Wars" fans have made no secret of their displeasure in how Lucas has chosen to adjust the storied sci-fi franchise. For grievances such as Greedo shooting first at Han Solo, to Hayden Christensen appearing at the end of "Return of the Jedi," resentment of George Lucas has been almost synonymous with being a fan of the original "Star Wars" trilogy. "
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For instance, Lucasfilm confirmed to The New York Times that passed-around footage of Darth Vader shouting "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!" while heaving Emperor Palpatine into a shaft at the end of "Return of the Jedi" is an authentic clip from the upcoming Blu-Ray release, which will see updated versions of all six "Star Wars" films as well as hundreds of hours of bonus footage.
"Star Wars" fans have made no secret of their displeasure in how Lucas has chosen to adjust the storied sci-fi franchise. For grievances such as Greedo shooting first at Han Solo, to Hayden Christensen appearing at the end of "Return of the Jedi," resentment of George Lucas has been almost synonymous with being a fan of the original "Star Wars" trilogy. "
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Why the Anti-Science Creationist Movement Is So Dangerous | Belief | AlterNet
Why the Anti-Science Creationist Movement Is So Dangerous | Belief | AlterNet: "Why the Anti-Science Creationist Movement Is So Dangerous
They want to wipe out all the findings of hundreds of years of scientific investigation and have taken to schools, the courts and political leaders to get things done.
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A few weeks ago, Jon Huntsman torpedoed his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination by making the following announcement: "To be clear. I believe in evolution and trust scientists on global warming. Call me crazy.""
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They want to wipe out all the findings of hundreds of years of scientific investigation and have taken to schools, the courts and political leaders to get things done.
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A few weeks ago, Jon Huntsman torpedoed his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination by making the following announcement: "To be clear. I believe in evolution and trust scientists on global warming. Call me crazy.""
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Explosion at French nuclear site kills 1 - CNN.com
Explosion at French nuclear site kills 1 - CNN.com: "Paris (CNN) -- A furnace exploded Monday at a nuclear site in France, killing one person and injuring four, a spokeswoman for French energy company EDF told CNN.
There was no radioactive leak or waste released, she said. The French nuclear safety agency also said there had been no radioactive leak.
The explosion happened at a center for processing and decommissioning nuclear waste, said the safety agency, which is known by its French acronym ASN.
The agency has sent inspectors to the site, it said in a statement.
The explosion took place in Marcoule, in southeastern France, the EDF spokeswoman said, declining to give her name in line with company policy."
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There was no radioactive leak or waste released, she said. The French nuclear safety agency also said there had been no radioactive leak.
The explosion happened at a center for processing and decommissioning nuclear waste, said the safety agency, which is known by its French acronym ASN.
The agency has sent inspectors to the site, it said in a statement.
The explosion took place in Marcoule, in southeastern France, the EDF spokeswoman said, declining to give her name in line with company policy."
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Paul Wall Arrested For Weed Possession In El Paso | Prefixmag
Paul Wall Arrested For Weed Possession In El Paso | Prefixmag: "Sometime rapper/gold teeth craftsman Paul Wall was arrested this weekend in El Paso for possession of marijuana. Wall was in town to perform for Summer Jam 2011, and was arrested with Baby Bash in a "drug-free zone" which seems sort of foolhearty for Wall. He and Baby Bash were released on a $300 bond Sunday, and they tweeted the above photo of them in the back of a police car. It doesn't seem like the two will be in super serious trouble, but the troubles of Gucci Mane have taught us that these sort of charges pile up and you can do extra time. [Rap Radar] "
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Top 10 Online Investing Websites To Improve Your Gains
Top 10 Online Investing Websites To Improve Your Gains: "Investing right can help you make a lot of money. But in order to invest right you need the right information at the right time. There are many online investing website out there, so here is a list of 10 good ones. Simply check them out and pick the one which suits you the most!
Most of these websites boast portfolio tools to allow you to manage your investments online. In addition to that they also have investing tips to help you invest in a better way!"
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Most of these websites boast portfolio tools to allow you to manage your investments online. In addition to that they also have investing tips to help you invest in a better way!"
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