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Friday, 3 October 2014

The SR-71 did more than just take pictures. It could aim its radar…

The SR-71 did more than just take pictures. It could aim its radar 45 degrees to the side, map the terrain like side scan sonar… intercept enemy comm and radar signals, record its entire flight path with infrared cameras… to prove to countries that it didnt violate their airspace.

from Crazy Facts http://ift.tt/1rDHhdH

The Brilliant And Funny Short Film 'Animator Vs. Animation IV' Imagines What Would Happen If A Stick Figure Came To Life

Talented high school student Alan Becker created his first Animator Vs Animated short - depicting the struggle between a stick figure and its creator - in 2006.

Now, thanks to Kickstarter, he's created the fourth instalment. And it's a gem.

Watch the stick figure hacking into his creator's Facebook account, getting into his iPhone via its USB cord and generally creating havoc. It even creates animations of its own - and that, in turn, leads to a very lovely ending.

The whole thing is clever, funny - and at times even rather dark. Bravo, Mr Becker. We look forward to episode IV!

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from UK Comedy - The Huffington Post http://ift.tt/YWhdgY

Baby Elephant Falls On Its Back At Zürich Zoo, Adult Elephants Rush Over To Help

It's all happening at our new favourite alliterative attraction, Zürich Zoo.

Specifically, it's all happening at Zürich Zoo's Kaeng Krachan Elephant Park: where a baby elephant slipped over, ended up on its back - and was immediately helped by three adult elephants.

Yes, the only thing more heartwarming than the sight of a baby elephant is the sight of a baby elephant being rescued. Aww!

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from UK Comedy - The Huffington Post http://ift.tt/1vifRrk

Luis Suarez Can't Stop Biting People In FIFA 15

Luis Suarez's vampiric escapade at this year's World Cup in Brazil was one of the bigger news stories to come out of the tournament. The result was a months long ban and a move to Barcelona for the player who - while talented - too often lets his emotions, and his teeth, get the better of him.

Now he's at it again. In virtual reality.

A number of players of EA's new football sim FIFA 15 have noticed that the digital version of Suarez just can't stop himself from chomping on other players - even though he's actually banned from the career mode of the game, just like in real life:

FIFA 15 is so realistic http://ift.tt/1rQtsqX

— Dan Ruch (@djruch10) September 25, 2014

Was playing the FIFA 15 Demo earlier got to say its pretty damn realistic http://ift.tt/1pVG5ve

— ManCityArmy1894 (@ManCityArmy1894) September 10, 2014

Yes, it's likely that this is just the glitchy FIFA graphics and physics engine playing up again - it wouldn't be the first time.

But it's nice to see too that EA's commitment to realism extends to the darker side of the sport, even if it's only by accident... http://ift.tt/eA8V8J

from UK Comedy - The Huffington Post http://ift.tt/1rQtsr5

Today in History for 3rd October 2014

Historical Events

1919 - Serbian, Croatian and Slavic parliment accord for 8 hr work day

1922 - Rebecca Felton of Georgia becomes 1st woman in Senate

1940 - France Vichy government proclaims end to Jewish status

1947 - "Under the Counter" opens at Shubert Theater NYC for 27 performances

1953 - 7th NHL All-Star Game: All-Stars beat Montreal 3-1 at Montreal

1960 - "Flair" (CBS' answer to Monitor) premieres on radio with Dick Van Dyke

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Famous Birthdays

1882 - A. Y. Jackson, Canadian painter (d. 1974)

1912 - Gabriel Julian, original pianist of Bobby Byrne Orchestra, arranger for Glenn Miller and founder Alabama Cavaliers Jazz Ens

1928 - Christian d'Oriola, France, foils (Olympic-gold-1952, 56)

1951 - Dave Winfield, baseball outfielder (NY Yankees, Blue Jays, Twins)

1952 - Gary Troup, cricketer (NZ lefty pace bowler in 15 Tests 1976-86)

1975 - India.Arie, American singer

More Famous Birthdays »

Famous Deaths

695 - "White Ewald", helper of Willibrord, murdered

1226 - Saint Francis of Assisi (b. 1181)

1795 - Tula, leader Curacaose slave uprising, executed

1862 - Pleasant Adam Hackleman, Union brig-general, dies in battle at 47

1890 - Andries Andre, actor (Trumpeter-Major), dies at 36

1983 - John K M McCaffery, TV host (One Minute Please), dies at 69

More Famous Deaths »

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Thursday, 2 October 2014

Today's Daily Brain Teaser (Oct 03, 2014)

Boundary of a Sleep Image

What does this rebus represent?

gloomy turquoise

temperamental cyan

sullen aquamarine

despondent azure

morose cerulean

Check Braingle.com for the answer.