Monthly Archives: July 2011

Do Some People Suffer from Pastigmatism?

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

I can’t believe none of my science professors ever taught me about the true evolution of the eyes:   (via Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster)

Posted in General, Humor | 12 Comments

There’s Got To Be a Better Way… Than Religion!

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Yes, it’s cheesy and has scary “commercial” music. But I’ll admit I have a soft spot for CompletelyLovely‘s infomercial: Shuffleboard: The sport of atheists everywhere. (Thanks to Ashley for the link!)

Posted in General, Humor | 17 Comments

Timestamp Problem

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

It’s not as big of a deal in the summer, but during the school year, I rely on timestamps for this site. In other words, I can schedule posts to go up at, say, 11:00a and 3:00p ahead of time, … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 17 Comments

Ricky Gervais Is Writing a TV Show About An Atheist in Heaven

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Comedian Ricky Gervais is in the process of writing a TV show called Afterlife about an atheist who finds himself in heaven…     [Gervais and former Dexter showrunner Clyde Phillips] are writing the pilot episode now and plan to … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Pop Culture | 43 Comments

Why Did They Stop Him From Donating Blood?

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

It’s bad enough that gay people men who have sex with men are forbidden from donating blood because of a decades-old antiquated policy that began because we didn’t have tests to check the blood for HIV. Now that those tests … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 96 Comments

The NorthWest ‘Science’ ‘Museum’ Set to Open in Idaho

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

A new building dedicated to preaching Creationism will soon open in Nampa, Idaho, though it doesn’t look like they’ve even broken ground yet. They call it the NorthWest Science Museum: What is the purpose? To lead people to a better … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Pseudoscience | 42 Comments

What’s the Difference Between Harry Potter Fans and Satanists?

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

The Tutor went to a midnight premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 to find out if moviegoers were well-versed in the Bible. Turns out JK Rowling ranks a little higher on their priority list… (via HighpantsResistance)

Posted in General, Humor, Pop Culture | 27 Comments

Oklahoma Governor Wants Citizens to Do a Raindance

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Ok, my headline isn’t accurate, but the reality of the situation is equally ridiculous. Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin asked citizens to pray for rain yesterday — because, as the science books teach us, rain only falls if you ask God … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 48 Comments

Georgia Begins License Plate Design Revote

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

After Georgia state administrators screwed up the online voting for a new license plate by “tagging” a few of them with the phrase “In God We Trust,” they’ve released details about a revote (PDF): The Department of Revenue announced today … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 11 Comments

Ask Richard: Single Mother’s Parents are Proselytizing Her Kid

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Note: This letter is similar to one I published in December of 2010. Both letter writers have some financial challenges, but the first writer was intimidated by bullying parents, while today’s writer has parents who are supportive in important ways, … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, General, Richard Wade | 92 Comments