Monthly Archives: December 2011

The American Cancer Society Lost a Few More Supporters

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Not to rehash that whole controversy again, but here’s a story worth sharing, courtesy of blogger vnectar: I said [to my husband,] “Hey honey, I did a good deed today! I convinced K. not to donate money to the American … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist Generosity, General | 7 Comments

nakedpastor: Career Counseling

Posted on December 21, 2011 by nakedpastor

Posted in General, Humor | 10 Comments

50/50, a Movie About Terminal Illness, Sidesteps a Big Question

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Bentley Owen

In the recent film 50/50, Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays a young professional with his life seemingly worked out: a rewarding career, a charming girlfriend, and a nice house. But then he hears the worst news he could expect: those pains he’s been … Continue reading →

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Woman Who Died 331 Years Ago Is Responsible for Boy’s Surprise Survival, Says Deluded Pope

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Here’s the whole story in a nutshell: Back in 2006, 11-year-old Jake Finkbonner had a bad case of flesh-eating bacteria. Really bad. The prognosis for his survival wasn’t good. And the pictures are pretty disturbing. After many surgeries and more … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 63 Comments

The Trail Goes On (Goodbye Mr. Hitchens)

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Bengie

   

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An Atheist Sign at an Air Force Base Has Already Been Messed With

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

A sign reading “Have a safe holiday season,” donated by American Atheists and sponsored by Travis M*A*S*H (an atheist group), can now be seen at the Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, California: Staff Sergeant Dan Rawlings had to fight … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist Advertising, General, Military Atheists | 34 Comments

Which Store Contains More Fantasy…?

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

I know where I’m placing my $10,000 bet. This lovely juxtaposition brought to you by Austin, Texas. (Thanks to Keith for the link!)

Posted in General, Humor | 20 Comments

Future Book Alert: Nonbeliever Nation

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

Lawyer Dave Niose, the president of the American Humanist Association and longtime advocate for church/state separation, is going to be releasing a book in July, 2012 called Nonbeliever Nation: The Rise of Secular Americans. The description makes me want to … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, General, Politics | 13 Comments

Touched By An Angelhair

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

One of the displays outside the Loudoun County Courthouse in Virginia: ***Update***: A couple more images of the sign: (via Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster)

Posted in Atheist Advertising, General, Humor | 24 Comments

Is There Ever a Right Age To Break It To Your Kids?

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Hemant Mehta

(via Toothpaste for Dinner) … The cartoon reminds me of this fantastic Louis CK bit (start at the 0:35 mark… NSFW): … Can’t forget this comic from Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal!

Posted in General, Humor | 9 Comments