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Thursday, November 1, 2007
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Word of the Day
annihilative discuss | |
| Definition: | (adjective) Wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction. |
| Synonyms: | withering, devastating |
| Usage: | The possession of annihilative power has not slowed down the drive toward even more fiendish modes of inflicting wholesale death. |
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Article of the Day
  The Great Book of Saint CyprianPurported to have been taken from a manuscript written by early Christian martyr Saint Cyprian of Antioch, The Great Book of Saint Cyprian is an occult work that first appeared in 1849 and has since spawned several editions with varying titles. Written in Portuguese and Spanish, the book contains a mixture of Christian prayers and pagan spells, and many consider it a sin to possess or even touch it. Some even believe that reading the book from back to front will do what? More... Discuss |
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This Day in History
 Discovery of Dwarf Planet Eris Is Announced (2005)Though Eris was first photographed in 2003, scientists working at the Palomar Observatory did not realize that they had captured pictures of a previously unknown planet until re-analyzing the images in 2005. That year, news of the newly discovered planet was announced. Slightly larger than Pluto, the icy dwarf planet has its own moon, Dysnomia, and is one of the most distant objects in the solar system. Before its official naming in 2006, it was popularly known by the name of what TV character? More... Discuss |
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Today's Birthday
 Ken Burns (1953)Burns is an acclaimed American director and producer of lengthy historical documentaries. Known for his extensive use of archival footage and photographs, he is considered one of the most influential documentarians in the US. His films have been among public television's most-watched programs, and include The Civil War, Baseball, Jazz, The War, and The National Parks. The Civil War is considered to be his masterpiece. What is the "Ken Burns Effect"? More... Discuss |
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Quote of the Day
 It ill becomes you to assail one who cannot defend himself.Miguel de Cervantes (1547-1616) Discuss |
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