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10 stupidest uses for Windows

From the dangerous to the just plain silly, here are 10 real-world examples of Windows being used in places it has no business being.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:50:04 GMT 182 ubernogginhttp://digg.com/users/ubernoggin/m.png Software 10

Most Obnoxious Tourists? The French

Remember the tightwad tourist whose baggy shorts, frequent complaining and shouted questions about why none of the locals spoke any English made the ugly American the world's Visitor From Hell? Well, it's time for Archie Bunker to move over and make way for Petulant Pierre.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:30:03 GMT 216 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png World News 16

GM to build world's biggest rooftop solar station in Spain

US automaker General Motors said Tuesday it will equip the roof of its factory in Zaragoza in northeastern Spain with solar panels to create the world's largest rooftop source of power from the sun.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 09:10:04 GMT 241 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png Environment 19

Incredible Olympic Garden in Beijing [Pics]

The Olympics in Beijing are an inspiration to many, including an army of landscape artists. Edward Scissorhands has just been upstaged!

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:50:02 GMT 263 stignordashttp://digg.com/users/stignordas/m.png Odd Stuff 27

This Partially Filled Half-Gallon Of Milk Is Reasonably Pric

Pretend you're a manager at Ralph's and you notice two-inches of milk missing from one of your half-gallon milk containers. What do you do? Slap on a $1-off "Manager's Special" sticker, obviously!

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:10:03 GMT 400 optimusprime01http://digg.com/users/optimusprime01/m.png Business & Finance 58

5 Historic records that are likely to fall in Beijing 2008

This year sportsmen seem to have outdone themselves, especially in athletic challenges and swimming. If we were naming just Michael Phelps and Natalie Coughlin we would probably have about 10 world records broken. The best of the best set for Beijing, in a quest to break as many world records as possible.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:00:05 GMT 297 nelsonjshttp://digg.com/users/nelsonjs/m.png Olympics 21

7 Reasons Americans Go Batty For Bacon

Why are Americans so batty for bacon? It's delicious, it's decadent -- and it's also a fashion statement.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:00:03 GMT 291 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png Food & Drink 55

Google Launches Lively, Virtual World Across Social Networks

Google has just launched Lively, a new social network built around the concept of each user creating an avatar and a personal virtual room that can be embedded anywhere on the Web.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:50:09 GMT 367 mark076hhttp://digg.com/users/mark076h/m.png Tech Industry News 61

Australian Cyclists Save Millions in Health Care

A recent report entitled Cycling: Getting Australia Moving indicates that by improving their health, cyclists saved about $227.2 million Australian per year.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:50:03 GMT 331 SVOboyhttp://digg.com/users/SVOboy/m.png Environment 36

Modern Computer and Web Tattoo Designs (PICS)

Tattoos have served as a means of self-expression for centuries, reflecting a person's societal status, personal beliefs and passions.In reaction to our modern technological era, consumers have turned to computer and web-based logos for tattoo designs, often reflecting a person's choice in software, operating systems or code platforms.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:30:03 GMT 471 MrBabyManhttp://digg.com/users/MrBabyMan/m.png Arts & Culture 78

Wonder how people get insane headshots in TF2? Here's how.

An example of how the hitboxes work in TF2.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:10:11 GMT 398 Tophillioushttp://digg.com/users/Tophillious/m.png PC Games 78

6 Giant Corporations That Own Everything on TV

Let’s take a look at who owns what on television - here are the TV channels owned by 6 of the largest companies in media, as depicted by their logos:

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:10:07 GMT 516 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png Television 91

How big is England? Mapmakers Can't Seem to Agree [Maps]

So for the last two years I've been taking pictures of Britain on world maps. Not accurate maps, but drawings or illustrations of maps. The differences are amazing. You might assume that all maps were accurate, or at least accurate-ish. But no, designers play fast and loose with the truth.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:10:06 GMT 473 msaleemhttp://digg.com/users/msaleem/m.png World News 61

McClellan: Iraq’s Oil is Big Part of Cheney's Desire for War

Inquiring about Vice President Dick Cheney’s motivations to go to war, CBC Radio One host Jim Brown noted that Cheney “doesn’t strike me as someone who would be particularly motivated by idealistic visions.” McClellan agreed, adding that Iraq’s oil occupied Cheney’s mind more than anything else.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 07:10:03 GMT 354 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Political News 23

Elton Brand spurns Clippers, signs with 76ers

Brand has informed the Sixers that he will accept a five-year deal worth an estimated $82 million and spurn what was presumed to be a slam-dunk return to the Los Angeles Clippers to hook up with Clipper-to-be Baron Davis.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:59:37 GMT 205 Odenizedhttp://digg.com/users/Odenized/m.png Basketball 35

Gray haze over Beijing one month before Olympics

David Gray of Reuters took these photos of polluted air around National Stadium in Beijing. He snapped the top photo June 19 and the bottom one earlier today.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:20:04 GMT 371 SirPopperhttp://digg.com/users/SirPopper/m.png Olympics 73

The Business Of Hot Dogs On Coney Island (Pics + Video)

One brave soul takes a close look at this year's Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest and what the hot dog business means for the United States.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:10:05 GMT 250 stdaltonhttp://digg.com/users/stdalton/m.png Business & Finance 27

90% of Israeli Homes Are Equipped With Solar Water Heaters

Hawaii just made it a law... But, apparently, approximately 90% of Israeli homes already have solar water heaters and have had them for a long time. It began in the early 1950’s when the Israeli government encountered a fuel supply shortage, and restricted the times when water could be heated.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:10:03 GMT 491 Bukowskyhttp://digg.com/users/Bukowsky/m.png Environment 53

McCain campaign: ‘Victory in Iraq’ will pay off the deficit.

In a paper released today, Sen. John McCain’s (R-AZ) made the laughable claim that a McCain administration would pay off the enormous deficit through “savings from victory in the Iraq and Afghanistan operations.” The claim comes on the same day McCain’s campaign vowed to balance the budget in four years — while refusing to name any specifics on how

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:00:06 GMT 491 zaibatsuhttp://digg.com/users/zaibatsu/m.png US Elections 2008 72

DNA Study Traces Human Origins Across the Continents

Scientists trace the path of human migrations by using bones, artifacts and DNA. Ancient objects, however, are hard to find. DNA from contemporary humans can be compared to determine how long an indigenous population has lived in a region.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 06:00:03 GMT 363 maheshee11http://digg.com/users/maheshee11/m.png General Sciences 13

Fed to Clamp Down on Exotic and Subprime Loans

Ben S. Bernanke said the Fed would issue new lending rules next week, and may extend its temporary financial lifeline to major Wall Street firms.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:30:03 GMT 345 dagorrethttp://digg.com/users/dagorret/m.png Business & Finance 39

FDA Issues Warning on Cipro and Similar Antibiotics

Federal drug safety officials have imposed the government's most urgent warning on Cipro and similar antibiotics, citing risks that they can cause tendon ruptures, a serious injury that leaves some patients incapacitated.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:20:05 GMT 300 NewsFeedhttp://digg.com/users/NewsFeed/m.png Health 28

Ex-EPA Official: White House Lied To Protect Cheney

Last October, Dr. Julie Gerberding told the committee that global warming “is anticipated to have a broad range of impacts on the health of Americans,” but gave few specifics, instead focusing on CDC’s current preparation plans. The White House edited her testimony. A new letter reveals that the White House lied to hide Cheney's involvement.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:10:03 GMT 555 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Political News 16

What Do You Think: Should Bush be Tried for War Crimes?

We are less than a decade removed from impeaching a president and nearly relieving him of office because of a lie in a civil deposition about blowjobs. Yet when congressman Dennis Kucinich recently attempted to impeach Bush over torture, extraordinary rendition and other grotesque constitutional abuses, embarrassed Democrats killed the measure.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 05:00:07 GMT 1019 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Political News 192

Is Quitting Enough?

Both of this year's presidential candidates say they are ex-smokers, but recent research suggests that they may face increased health risks from cigarettes for years to come.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:50:03 GMT 302 acmaurerhttp://digg.com/users/acmaurer/m.png Health 76

Corals, Already in Danger, Are Facing New Threat From Farmed

Efforts to spread seaweed cultivation across the Pacific have backfired and are putting coral reefs at risk.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:40:19 GMT 282 dagorrethttp://digg.com/users/dagorret/m.png Environment 18

Six Deputies On Leave After Shooting Oregon Driver

Six deputies and officers were put on leave in the wake of a weekend shooting, authorities said. One witness told KGW the shooting was the closest thing to an assassination attempt that he's ever seen. “Seven people don't empty their guns into somebody without intention of killing them,” said witness Dave Langley.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:20:02 GMT 504 alapoethttp://digg.com/users/alapoet/m.png People 149

Nvidia supports PhysX effort on ATI Radeon

You gotta love this industry. 12 days ago, we reported about a website making progress in getting Nvidia’s CUDA platform and PhysX to run on ATI Radeon cards. Here is an update to a fascinating story that may soon bring PhysX support to your Radeon graphics card.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:10:03 GMT 507 stresslifehttp://digg.com/users/stresslife/m.png Tech Industry News 45

10 TV Shows That Were Ripped Off By Other Shows

We probably don't even realize how many shows are "introduced" every year and ultimately fall by the wayside, never to be heard from again. But sometimes a show comes along that influences American culture and other TV shows as well. Here are 10 shows that influenced some serious copy-cats.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:00:10 GMT 713 diggleaguehttp://digg.com/users/diggleague/m.png Television 186

Bank of America to support Firefox, finally

What? Bank of America doesn't already support Firefox? No, at least not officially. Mozilla calls the situation "pretty unusual" when talking about "most major Web sites, and certainly major banks." BoA says it will be adding Firefox to its list of officially approved browsers soon, although even that promise remains somewhat vague.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:00:08 GMT 704 nahsrocketeer75http://digg.com/users/nahsrocketeer75/m.png Tech Industry News 72

Nadal hails 'dream' Wimbledon win

Rafael Nadal described his first Wimbledon title as a "dream" after beating Roger Federer in an epic final.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:00:07 GMT 318 warrior007http://digg.com/users/warrior007/m.png Tennis 38

Should you check or ship your bags?

f you're like most travelers, you've probably never considered shipping your luggage ahead of you instead of carrying it with you on a trip. But is this still the case? Most major airlines are now charging travelers to check a first or second bag on domestic flights — even as they continue to mishandle luggage in record numbers.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 04:00:03 GMT 355 irfanmphttp://digg.com/users/irfanmp/m.png Travel & Places 38

We've come a long way since "War Games" baby!

The Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee is home to one of the world's top supercomputing labs. Just seeing all this iron makes me want one for my basement :) Cool photo tour!!

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:50:09 GMT 424 smiller72http://digg.com/users/smiller72/m.png Hardware 59

McCain's New Ad: "Beautiful" Words Won't Improve Your Life

The McCain campaign is out with a new, minute long TV ad that is at once biographical and a not-too-subtle jab at Barack Obama.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:50:03 GMT 402 irfanmphttp://digg.com/users/irfanmp/m.png US Elections 2008 160

MobileMe Setup in iPhone OS 2.0 Video

We already knew that MobileMe e-mail services are now fully active and accessible through any desktop mail client. This morning I tried to set up MobileMe in my iPhone with OS 2.0 and I discovered that the calendar, bookmarks, and contacts all synchronized fine, even while push synching.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:40:03 GMT 382 louse101http://digg.com/users/louse101/m.png Apple 14

5 Awesome Approaches to 'Trash' + 'Recycled' Art [w/PICS]

While there are many serious and global environmental issues, some artists have a more tongue-and-cheek approach - creating amazing art, architecture and design from the mostly unlikely scrap materials. From recycled furniture and scrap art to cargo container and glass bottle houses here are dozens of examples of amazing trash and recycled design.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:30:03 GMT 470 suxmonkeyhttp://digg.com/users/suxmonkey/m.png Arts & Culture 19

Bush in 2007: U.S Will Get Out of Iraq if Asked to Leave

Yesterday, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki said he would like to set a timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. troops. Today, however, the Bush administration rejected the timetable. In an April 24, 2007 interview with Charlie Rose, however, President said he would remove troops if asked by Iraq but he predicted that Maliki would not ask.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:20:07 GMT 869 MakiMakihttp://digg.com/users/MakiMaki/m.png Political News 103

iPhone 3G Definitive Guide: How to Score One This Friday

You're all set to get an iPhone 3G—you've done the research, you've picked a plan and you've even convinced the office you've got an 8am uh, sales call. Here's everything you need to know for launch day:

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:20:03 GMT 437 amdouhttp://digg.com/users/amdou/m.png Apple 51

Google relents, adds privacy link to spartan homepage

Google has agreed to add a "privacy" link to its famously pure home page, but on the condition that the total word count remains the same. What gets the boot? "Google."

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:10:06 GMT 503 MrBabyManhttp://digg.com/users/MrBabyMan/m.png Security 40

Six Disasters From The Book Of Apple

On the eve of what I thought would be another triumph for Apple - until I saw Vodafone NZ's iPhone 3G pricing plans and saw the huge reaction - here, for your edification, are some Apple disasters.

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 03:10:03 GMT 496 domfosnzhttp://digg.com/users/domfosnz/m.png Apple 56

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