From Arizona to Connecticut, there’s a new trend emerging among conservatives in America. Families of deceased Republicans are asking friends to fund Obama’s opposition in 2012 instead of sending flowers, reports Salon.
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After Charlie Sheen’s Rant, CBS Pulls Plug on Two and a Half Men
In the words of CBS and Warner Bros., due to the “totality of Charlie Sheen’s statements, conduct and condition,” production has ceased on the top-rated sitcom Two and a Half Men.
Up for Jury Duty? Lawyers May Vet You on Facebook
Wonder what your Facebook “likes” say about you? So do lawyers.
Modern-Day Noah: Dutch Man Builds Ark of Biblical Proportions
If you had infinite time and endless religious zeal, what are the chances you’d spend your days building a life-size replica of Noah’s Ark?
Forget Flying: Americans Want to Read Minds and Travel Through Time
If you already knew that, then maybe you’re already a mind reader.
Flowers and Candy? Nyet: Russian Province Nixes Valentine’s Day
And you thought you hated this sappy holiday more than anyone.
Moral Amour: Malaysian States Crack Down on Valentine’s Day
A handful of Malaysian states plan to carry out “immorality checks” on February 14 to ensure that the country’s lovers don’t get carried away.
Smartphone Sins: Catholic Bishop Approves iPhone Confession App
First came the iPod, then the iPhone. Now there’s iPrayer.
Chinese New Year: Happy 4709! The True Meaning of the Year of the Rabbit
Dust off your fluffy tails and bring out your bunny ears: This party’s sure to be hoppin’.
Controversial Chicken: Chick-fil-A’s Gay Rights Rumble
Gay-rights activists want you to think twice before ordering your next chicken sandwich and waffle fries. (via The New York Times)
Google Archive Brings Holocaust Memory Into the Digital Age
The Yad Vashem Holocaust museum in Israel has announced it will be partnering with Google to create an easily accessible archive of 130,000 World War II-era photos. (via The Telegraph)
2.2 Billion: World’s Muslim Population Doubles
By 2030 the global population is set to reach over 8 billion and 26.4% of that population will be Muslim.