Evolution of Words That Aren't There
A very interesting look at the origins of concept of "Separation of Church and State" which, it turns out, is not actually stated in the Constitution.  5:53:07 PM    

Oldest Hominid Skull Shakes Human Family Tree
2 million years older than the previously found oldest skull.  5:40:35 PM    

Cyber Threats?
An excellent skewering from the Register of the latest round of cyber-threats we keep hearing about (and I blogged about over a week ago).  5:34:05 PM    

From Justice Scalia, a Chilling Vision of Religion's Authority in America

Justice Scalia's remarks show bitterness against democracy, strong dislike for the Constitution's approach to religion and eager advocacy for the submission of the individual to the state. It is a chilling mixture for an American.

Chilling, indeed.  3:38:12 PM    

Expert Eye Spots a 'Michelangelo' in Old Box
Art expert finds a previously unknown Michelangelo work in the basement of a museum while on vacation. All I did was see family and old friends and drive a lot on my vacation. I must be doing something wrong.  9:25:29 AM    

Oddly Appropriate Quote of the Day

"When you think of the long and gloomy history of man, you will find more hideous crimes have been committed in the name of obedience than have ever been committed in the name of rebellion." -- C. P. Snow

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