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2008 Olympics Worlds Highest Amout of Used High-Def Gear - 08/08/2008 03:00 AM

When the 2008 Summer Olympic Games officially begin on Friday, it won't just be a massive congregation of athletes — it'll mark the most ambitious undertaking in the history of broadcasting. Bolstered by the largest complement of high-tech video gear ever assembled, thousands of hours of Olympics competition will be delivered to TVs and computers a

Top 10 Worst Pop Culture Curses (pics) - 08/08/2008 02:40 AM

Is Brett Favre screwed? The Madden NFL '09 cover boy may soon join the ranks of Donovan McNabb, Shawn Alexander and Michael Vick. They're in sad company alongside Heath Ledger, Christian Bale and Morgan Freeman, all separately caught up in the "Dark Knight" curse. Then there's the MTV Couples, Chunky Campbell's soup and Sports Illustrated plagues.

Worm Poop + Soda Bottles = $Millions?!?! - 08/08/2008 02:30 AM

Here's an interview with the ultimate eco-preneur Tom Szaky, CEO and founder of TerraCycle. And yes, he really is making money off worm poop.

Secret URL Allows Apple to Delete Your iPhone Apps Remotely - 08/08/2008 02:30 AM

It's supposed to be your "life in your pocket," not Apple's. But a piece of code discovered in the iPhone operating system might keep you under Apple's control.

Incredible sand sculpture - 08/08/2008 02:20 AM

Between this, the DIY tumbler, and the Elf ears operation, one might think that some people have too much free time on their hands.

Major flaw with iPhones paralyzing users - 08/08/2008 02:10 AM

Some are calling it the "White Apple Logo Screen of Death.” It's where the iPhone gets stuck in a loop and the only way to fix it is a factory restore, which takes several hours. The problem is really bad and I'm trying to spread the word that Apple needs to fix the problem now. Please Digg and give me a hand. Thanks.

Why There Will Never Be Another 'Aliens' - 08/08/2008 02:00 AM

The problem with movies that want to be the next Alien or Predator is that they're movies that want to be the next Alien or Predator. That's the verdict of Cecelia from FilmIndustryBloggers.com, and she should know; she's the person who gets to read all the scripts before they get made into movies.

25 Annoying Things About Non-Gamers - 08/08/2008 02:00 AM

For years, we've endured their criticism. Gamers are immature. Gamers are immoral. Gamers are wasting time and money on silly, stupid toys. Nag nag nag. Blah blah blah. What annoys you about non-gamers? When they talk about gaming, what inane and ignorant comments irritate you the most? Here's our list of grievances. Share yours.

McCain, Campaign Mgr Involved in Deal Costing 8000 Ohio Jobs - 08/08/2008 01:50 AM

Over 8000 Ohio Jobs are "on the choppping block" because John McCain and his campaign manager, former lobbyist Rick Davis, were actively involved in a deal that resulted in control of those jobs being shifted to a foreign corp. In a town hall, McCain's "Straight Talk" omits his and Davis's roles, and the $600,000 Davis's firm earned on the deal.

If The U.S. Dollar Had A Comic Book… - 08/08/2008 01:40 AM

It’s time once again for the “If They Had A Comic Book…” series. Let’s face facts, the economy sucks and the dollar isn’t worth shit anymore. So we decided to see what life is like for him. Enjoy his two page journey and click the images if you want to make them larger.

New numbers adding up to rare hope for rarer gorillas - 08/08/2008 01:30 AM

Primate experts are savoring a rare piece of good news for once about endangered gorillas: After two years of grueling surveys in the Republic of Congo, 125,000 previously uncounted gorillas were discovered there.

Tim Pawlenty Says GOP Needs Obama's Positive Message - 08/08/2008 01:30 AM

Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, often mentioned as a possible running mate for Republican presidential candidate John McCain, said Wednesday GOP candidates would do well to adopt a positive tone like that of McCain's Democratic rival Barack Obama.

The Dark Knight Could Be First BD-Live Release - 08/08/2008 01:30 AM

Warner Bros, along with plenty others, have been skeptical about BD-Live. WTF is BD-Live, you ask?

President Musharraf to be impeached - 08/08/2008 01:10 AM

Pakistan's embattled President Pervez Musharraf is to be impeached and forced to step down, it has been confirmed.

172 Foot Hight Dive - 08/08/2008 01:00 AM

Anyone who thinks extreme sports are something new just take a look at what Dana Kunze used to get up to. Jumping off a 172 foot high platform is suicidal rather than extreme. Not give in shrinkage he jumps off the platform. He comes off without a scratch. WTF!

The Encino School of Viral Video [VIDEO] - 08/08/2008 12:50 AM

Ever wonder where internet memes come from? They don't happen by accident. Internet Video stars are made by attending the Encino School of Viral Video! Brought to you by Internet Superstar from Revision3.com

8 Timeless Classic Movies That Critics Are Afraid Of - 08/08/2008 12:50 AM

There are some movies that are well liked, but no one gets offended if you have a few problems with them. Then there is another league of films, often called “classic” or “timeless,” that break beyond the mold of mere movie. Fans will defend them with the ferocity of a grizzly bear mama protecting her cub.

DNC Has Released a Parody of the "Dems Praise McCain" Ad - 08/08/2008 12:40 AM

So is John McCain a maverick who can elicit praise from across the aisle, or isn't he? The Arizona Republican's campaign put out a web-ad this morning that featured past encomiums from several high-profile Democrats. The DNC wasted no time assembling their response ... using the same Democrats as McCain's campaign.

» Why Don’t They Just Say “Fat”? - 08/08/2008 12:40 AM

You know your life already sucks when you’re on the run from the Feds. But you know it probably doesn’t get any worse when you click on CNN.com from your hideout and see that you’re also being referred to as “jowly.”

Top 10 Richest Hollywood Tweens - 08/08/2008 12:40 AM

So young. So rich. So unworthy of all that cash?

'Beat It' Among New Tracks Confirmed for Guitar Hero IV - 08/08/2008 12:30 AM

The new issue of Stuff Magazine contains some new info regarding the songs shipping with Guitar Hero: World Tour which includes Michael Jackon's hit. Other tracks unveiled were "The Joker" by Steve Miller Band, "Bullet with Butterfly Wings" by Smashing Pumpkins, "Obstacle 1" by Interpol, "Light My Fire" by The Doors & "In the End" by Linkin Park.

Watch the Olympics Online - 08/08/2008 12:30 AM

The 2008 Beijing Olympics will happen while most Americans are sleeping. While NBC, the games' official media outlet in the United States, will be providing thousands of hours of content on the web, the only way to truly ensure you won't miss too many record-breaking moments is to spread yourself across the web and take advantage of the many video

APOD: At the Sun's Edge - 08/08/2008 12:30 AM

A train trip on the Trans-Siberian railway to Novosibirsk resulted in this stunning view along the edge of the Sun recorded during the August 1st total solar eclipse.

Archbishop: gay relationships 'comparable to marriage' - 08/08/2008 12:30 AM

Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams believes that gay sexual relationships can “reflect the love of God” in a way that is comparable to marriage.Gay partnerships pose the same ethical questions as those between a man and woman and the key issue for Christians is that they are faithful and lifelong.

Is Algae the Best Solution to Peak Oil? - 08/08/2008 12:20 AM

Big oil had better start worrying. Common algae from ponds & waste-water treatment plants has been found to produce vast amounts of burnable oil, according to researchers at the University of Minnesota, algae produces an astounding 5,000 gallons of oil per acre. Whereas, corn produces a measly 18 gallons.

Must Watch: Megan Fox’s NC-17 Mother Teresa Biopic Trailer | - 08/08/2008 12:20 AM

Tropic Thunder isn’t the only movie that is playing the movie-with-a-movie trailer game. The online marketing for How to Lose Friends and Alienate People has begun, and it somehow involves a new meta-movie trailer involving Megan Fox in an NC-17 Mother Teresa biopic. But of course, Fox isn’t Fox, but instead the actress in the movie is Sophie Maes

Video Games Are Terrorists, Claims Christian Post - 08/08/2008 12:20 AM

"You may be surprised at how many 'terrorists' there are in your home right now. Video games, computers, cell phones, teen magazines, music, TV, & movies: all of which fall under the umbrella of entertainment and all are likely perpetrators," wrote columnist Ron Luce, pictured left.

CERN announces start-up date for LHC - 08/08/2008 12:20 AM

CERN has today announced that the first attempt to circulate a beam in the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) will be made on 10 September. This news comes as the cool down phase of commissioning CERN's new particle accelerator reaches a successful conclusion. Television coverage of the start-up will be made available through Eurovision.

Hacker Claims Apple Can Spy On iPhone Users Remotely - 08/08/2008 12:20 AM

Apple may have opened up the iPhone to third-party applications, but it is keeping a very close eye on those apps. According to hacker Jonathan Zdziarski, the iPhone can "phone home" to tell Apple what apps are installed, and if Apple doesn't like what it sees on your iPhone, it can kill the offending application.

Gamefly Needs To Stop Acting Like A Psycho Ex-Girlfriend - 08/08/2008 12:10 AM

Gamefly, a seemingly innocuous snail mail service that lets you rent video games without having to wait behind a 46 year old man at Blockbuster holding Wild Things 3. I received 56 emails from them in just under 2 months. It just got to be too much, but even worse, it reminded me of the way a psycho ex-girlfriend acts.

New SW would let iPhones access iTunes libraries [anywhere] - 08/08/2008 12:10 AM

A new version of Apple's iPhone Software could provide iPhone and iPod touch users with access to their home computer's entire iTunes media library while on the go without having to first download those media items through a traditional sync, a new company filing has revealed.

The ULTIMATE Comic Book Showdown [Video] - 08/08/2008 12:10 AM

This video shows off the amazing complexity of WWE Smackdown's character maker. Check out all your favorite Marvel characters including Captian America, Iron Man, Wolverine, Jean, Psylocke, Sabertooth and more!

'Pineapple Express' producer, Judd Apatow, "not a pot guy" - 08/08/2008 12:10 AM

When I smoke pot I just wind up laying in the corner, sucking on my fist, crying, saying “When’s it going to end? When’s it going to end?” HA!

BEHIND The the scene of TWO GIRLS AND A CUP - 08/08/2008 12:10 AM

The video about the cup, in two girls in a cup.

Lethal Weapon 5. Mel Gibson and Danny Glover in Talks? - 08/07/2008 11:50 PM

Right now, Mel Gibson and Danny Glover are rolling around in separate beds half-asleep mumbling, “We’re too old for this shit.” Let’s hope their co-stars Chris Rock, Joe Pesci and Jet Li are mumbling the exact same sentence tomorrow when they’re fully awake.

BP Invests $90 Million in Vereniums Cellulosic Ethanol Tech - 08/07/2008 11:20 PM

Bp, trying to stay on top of the Oil game.

21 Upcoming Wii Games to Drool Over - 08/07/2008 10:50 PM

t has come to GamePro's attention that certain parties on the Internet want you to believe that there are no decent games coming out on the Wii. You should not believe them. The Wii has so many great games coming out for it in 2008 and 2009 that we had a hard time narrowing it down just to this list of the twenty-one best, most promising titles.

This Is Why I Hate Facebook - 08/07/2008 10:50 PM

I want to reply with a 'Fuck you' Request.

December 31 2026: There Will Come Soft Rains - 08/07/2008 10:40 PM

1984 Soviet animation based on Ray Bradbury's story "There Will Come Soft Rains".

Mount a GPS in your car, get fined $108 - 08/07/2008 10:20 PM

In California and Minnesota, a driver can be fined for mounting a GPS navigation device on the windshield of his or her car. That’s because state law prohibits mounting anything on the windshield that can block a driver’s view.