Why Even Have Actual Formula 1 Rules?
No, really, why bother? If the FIA is going to make teams change things for not being in the “spirit” of the rules but still within the letter of the rule, why even bother having rules? IMO, the FIA is basically saying “Yes, you followed the rule that we wrote – but we meant for you to do this instead.” So F-ING write it that way! Specifically I’m referring to the latest news that McLaren, Mercedes and a couple other teams will have to modify their rear diffusers because a hole for the starter motor is too large. Of course …
Every Little Bit Helps
Got this message in my AT&T Wireless inbox at some point recently (um, looks like 2/2 actually – shows how often I read stuff there): To further bolster support for Haiti relief workers, AT&T is waiving wireless usage charges for customers in Haiti who make/receive voice calls, use wireless data services or send text messages, in order to show our company’s support for those helping with relief efforts. The billing relief will be retroactive to Jan. 12, when the earthquake hit, and will be in effect until Feb. 28. All of the fee relief will be automatically applied and customers …
When does the Samoan College Football Hall of Fame open?
There is already a College Football Hall of Fame. Why do we need anything more than that? Are the people at the original CFHoF racist? Are blacks (or other races) not allowed in there? Is there discrimination we don’t know about? No? Then could someone explain to me (like I’m 5 years old and don’t know what you’re talking about) why we need a Black College Football Hall of Fame? I’m honestly asking because I really do not understand the concept. I really would like someone to explain this to me if they can. WHY do we need this? And …
Maybe it is the Thin Air?
A curious story over on Autoblog yesterday… Basically Colorado instituted a “Committed to a Cure” vanity license plate back in 2005 to raise awareness of breast cancer or something – because apparently no one has ever heard of it. This special plate will cost you an additional $50 registration fee. Well what seems to be happening now is that Colorado is tacking on an additional $25 to benefit uninsured women undergoing various cancer treatment. Sounds good, right? Well just hold the phone there Charlie… the women who originally fueled the vanity plate idea now want the plate pulled. Why? Because …
Enough Michael Jackson Already!
Yes, he was a legend. I won’t debate that. But his light burnt out YEARS AGO… and since then he has done nothing but become a total freak. The skin bleaching-whatever he’s done. The accusations of little boys. He became nothing more than a sideshow attraction. Fitting I suppose that his “ranch” was a theme park of some sort… but also fitting that it was shut down. His time passed a long time ago. The music from back then is still pretty good (who doesn’t like to hear Thriller every now and then?) but the person he became lately was …
She's So, Like, Awesome
While I kind of agree with “Bristol’s” views on abstinence and it just not really being realistic for teenagers and sex ed kind of stuff, I really wish someone would have coached her for this interview or something. My grammar and speech are far from perfect… but I try to at least sound like a grown up. Most of the time. I also realize this girl is only 18, but she has at least been through high school (or is finishing, whatever). I don’t know if she was actually a cheerleader at some point or not… but she sure, like, …
Obesity Tax FTL!
What the fuck is wrong with this guy? And this state? That is why, in the state budget I presented last Tuesday, I proposed a tax on sugared beverages like soda. Research has demonstrated that soft-drink consumption is one of the main drivers of childhood obesity. Where do I start… Oh I don’t know… hows abouts… how the hell does it become my problem that parents let their kids drink so much soda that the kids get fat? Why should MY non-diet soda be taxed for that? WHY?! It just doesn’t make any sense to me. Why do we keep …
What Else?
What else can this douche stick his nose in? Michael Phelps needs to be stopped. As if his Rosetta Stone commercials aren’t annoying enough… he apparently now is going to “star” in a video game. That is, according to Ars anyway… It’s just getting ridiculous. Yes, he won a lot of gold medals and made the US very proud in the Olympics. The Olympics are over. Why do I still see him EVERYWHERE?! Why can’t he just get a regular job now like the rest of the world? This game, no matter what it actually entails, is going to suck. …
Investigate What?
CNN has a story that caught my eye about tigers killing someone. Apparently it was just the cleaner who jumped into their moat, presumably to clean it. My condolences to the guy’s family… but really. Most of the story means nothing… it was the last part the caught my eye. He said the zoo has temporarily closed the tiger exhibit and police are investigating the incident. Investigating? Really? What is there to investigate? They’re tigers. They were either threatened by him or just hungry. Case closed. It’s not like they’re going to unravel some strange story about how he had …