Category Archives: The Real World

What it is, not what it should be.

Trespass: A History Of Uncommissioned Urban Art

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Michael Farver

via Cool Hunting Books on street art are as common as taggers who think they’re going to be the next Banksy. So when we heard the elusive artist … Read More >>

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Amazing W.T.C. Photo – And The More Amazing Story Behind It

Posted on September 11, 2010 by Michael Farver

On April 17, 2002, City Link Magazine, South Florida’s leading News, Arts & Entertainment Weekly, published the story, written by T.M. Shine, of this amazing photograph, taken in October, 2000 by local photographer Michael Joseph. It traces the photo’s creation, … Continue reading →

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It’s The Right Thing To Do… 9/11 Day Of Service

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Michael Farver

How will you choose to remember, and honor, the sacrifices of the day? Make a difference on 9/11 this year by exploring charitable causes that need your help. Sign up/volunteer, adopt a cause, post a good deed. Go the the … Continue reading →

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Wasn’t 1984 Like, 16 Years Ago?

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Michael Farver

It’s okay for cops to track suspects via GPS without a warrant, VA appeals court rules. The Virginia Court of Appeals ruled today that law enforcement should have the right to track criminal suspects with GPS, even without a warrant. … Continue reading →

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Take Action – Help A Homeless Child Get Ready For Back To School

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Michael Farver

via The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.comHere’s one practical tip: If you have school-aged child, chances are, in the next couple of weeks, you’ll be buying a ton of … Read More >>

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Whiskey From Diabetics’ Urine. I Swear I’m Not Kidding

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Michael Farver

via Boing Boing Gilpin Family whisky is a new single malt whisky made from the urine of diabetics. Creator James Gilpin doesn’t sell the stuff, … Read More >>

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Explore Space With NASA HD For iPad

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Michael Farver

via Mashable! NASA has just released an iPad version of its official NASA app for iPhone.NASA HD is a free app that lets users view thousands … Read More >>

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