Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Informative Links

The Polygamists. National Geographic takes a in-depth look at the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS), who still practice plural marriage.

7 Mind-Blowing Easter Eggs Hidden in Famous Works of Art (NSFW). You'll pay more attention next time you get a chance to see masterpieces now, won't you?

It’s Always Tea Time Somewhere! Learn the history and some fun facts about the most-consumed drink in the world, after plain water.

4 bizarre businesses run from inside prison. Believe it or not, these businessmen are even cheating people out of money!

Daytripping in Futureville. I finally find out what happened to that self-cleaning house I've been waiting decades for. (via Metafilter)

You've noticed computer screens you see in movies don't resemble real computer use at all. A Hollywood designer explains why they have to be that way.

The Snuggie vs. Slanket vs. Freedom Blanket vs. Blankoat. Gizmodo tries them all out to recommend (all dorkiness aside) which blanket with sleeves will best serve your needs. (via Metafilter)

For the next week or so, Mars will be the closest to Earth it will be for years. Watch for an unblinking orangey star, even if you don't have a telescope.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

How can you call the National Geographic fluff piece "in-depth". Stephanie Sinclair had to get express permission from the FLDS convicted, jailed sex offender "prophet" and had to sign an agreement with extreme restrictions on what she would be allowed to photograph and she was only allowed to publish FLDS approved photos.