Back in 2010 Randall Munroe’s (from XKCD) wife was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer, and now, she’s still here, and she’s cancer-free! The comic above is an update to a story that was first posted in 2012. The 2012 version is in light ink, and the update is right below in darker ink.
Seven years is a good thing. Next step, 2024!
[Source: XKCD]
Actor Ryan Reynolds just posted this classical masterpiece inspired by the artwork that can be seen in the Sistine Chapel showing God giving life to Adam. Behold:
A few things of interest:
1- Cable is coming out of a time-traveling portal
2- He has a teddy bear hanging from his belt, just like in the first picture that was released showing the character. This teddy bear probably plays an important part in Deadpool II.
[Source: Ryan Reynolds on Twitter | Via GT]
From Devin Graham:
Star Wars just got real! Exploring the real life planet Ahch-To fromThe Last Jedi and The Force Awakens in 4K, Ultra HD!
NASA has confirmed it will show Star Wars: The Last Jedi on the International Space Station. It will likely be sent on a hard drive rather than via satellite.
While NASA hasn’t confirmed much in the way of detail, it appears the movie will be on a drive that’s part of the cargo for the SpaceX Dragon capsule departing this Friday. That’s the refuelling service operated by Elon Musk’s company. The showing is by arrangement with Disney in what is presumably a one-off licensing deal.
There’s no movie theater-style big screen on the ISS, but astronauts can watch video files on a laptop or a 65-inch projector screen while on the station. The screen is also used for making video calls to family members.
As recently as last year astronauts were able to choose from around 500 movies (including Star Trek and Starship Troopers). They also have the option of ordering a limited number of DVDs on cargo deliveries. There is actually a region code (8) that covers DVD playback and compatibility in space, though it’s more commonly used for other venues such as cruise ships that aren’t in a specific country.
Of course, The Last Jedi will be only the second best “space-themed entertainment in space” event, behind Chris Hadfield playing and singing David Bowie’s Space Oddity while on the ISS.
San Francisco-based graphic designer Alia Syed built these geektastic quilled paper sculptures from .25″ strips of paper glued down on their edges. I think I’ll try my hand at building something similar, just to see what I can come up with.
For those interested in purchasing one of these sculptures, the artist has them for sale at her Etsy store.
The force is strong with this DIY Star Wars trailer! Take a ride on a millennium falcon made of cardboard, because you don’t need CGI to visit a galaxy far, far away, just imagination! Join the Homemade Movies crew for their last episode, on the appropriately titled, “The Last Jedi”!
The last episode? WHY? Have you guys noticed that many youtube channel are stopping producing shows and many websites are either closing or laying off their most of their staff? This is really sad.
For those who are curious, here is the side by side comparison with the actual trailer that was release by Disney.
[Cinefix]
Finnish artist JP Ahonen has created a series of comics featuring a black metal family that are quite the opposite of dark. They’re funny and quite delightful to read. Here are a few of our favorites.
[Source: Belzebubs Comics]
Farewell Peter Capaldi, and thanks for everything you bought to Doctor Who. We will miss you!
Based on Jeff VanderMeer’s best-selling Southern Reach Trilogy, Annihilation stars Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Gina Rodriguez, Tessa Thompson, Tuva Novotny and Oscar Isaac. It was written and directed by Alex Garland (Ex Machina, 28 Days Later).
In theatres 2/23/18.
In this comic, @JHallComics from Dorkly illustrates 6 winter ativities that are perfect for people that are extremely introverted. Check it out:
[Source: Dorkly]