By Jimmy Rogers Contributing Writer, [GAS] It’s hard to imagine that Barack Obama got sucked into something like this, but clearly even he isn’t immune to the ravages of the internet. If you were going to vote for him, I’m sorry but all hope is now lost. Just watch, spoilers after the jump:
By Sterling “Chip” Camden Contributing Writer, [GAS] The ability to become invisible figures as a theme in the magic and mythology of many cultures over the centuries. At least since H.G. Wells’ The Invisible Man, science fiction fans have wondered whether it might be possible to achieve invisibility through the application of science. It appears (har) that this little […]
We all have to admit it, this year’s Olympic opening ceremony was of epic proportions… but there was only one thing that wasn’t so epic. Right at the moment when Chinese gymnast Li Ning was flying to light up the giant Olympic torch, someone took this picture. And if you think that this was Photoshopped, […]
By Jimmy Rogers Contributing Writer, [GAS] Does it mean athletic competition, international relations, or human rights issues? What is this mysterious numeric sequence? Well, if you’re a Twitter user, it’s a special tag that lets you join in on a unique global campaign. Today Twitter recognized the #080808 movement that has suddenly popped up all […]
Built in 1998 by sculptor Michael Condron, and inspired by War of the Worlds, this sculpture is located in Woking, England and looks like a nightmarish tripod from the movie. The 23-foot tall beast was “commissioned to celebrate the centenary of H.G. Wells’ The War of the Worlds.” Additional pictures after the jump.
By Jimmy Rogers Contributing Writer, [GAS] It would seem to most casual surfers of the Internet that the battle that once roared between The “Church” of Scientology and the group called “Anonymous” all but fizzled out. While Guy Fawkes mask-wearing protesters are still occasionally sighted outside of Dianetics centers, the oddly named group doesn’t make […]
By Mark O’Neill Contributing Writer, [GAS] Just when you think your obsession and dedication towards Star Wars couldn’t get any higher, you start to read stories like this one. One Star Wars fan, whose name has not been revealed, but obviously has a lot of spare cash lying around, parted with $402,500 for an original […]
By JR Raphael Contributing Writer, [GAS] The days of the police dog’s career may be numbered. Scientists are working on a new breed of electronic noses that could replace the canine cadets, CNN reports. The high-tech sniffers would be able to find even the smallest amounts of explosive substances in places like airports and could […]