Check out this public service announcement from 1969. "VD is for Everybody," according to this catchy tune. I actually remember seeing this PSA as a teenager. Viewing it now, though, it appears as though having VD is a good thing. [via Shaggylocks at Salon.com]
From the BBC: "The smalleye stingray is the largest of all 70 species of stingray, attaining widths of more than 2m." Beautiful new video of an elusive creature.
What do Scientologists believe? What follows is an excerpt from ABC's documentary on Scientology. You'll learn about the "purification rundown." You'll also learn a bit about Scientology's confidential scriptures--meant only for those who have reached the highest levels of Scientology--including the teachings about the Intergalactic emperor named Xenu, who allegedly brought the spirits of his people to Earth 75 million years ago and buried them in volcanoes. These people were supposedly alive quadrillions of years ago (this is far older than the big bang). One Scientologist who appears in this video claims that it is against his religious beliefs to discuss his religious beliefs, leading to an entertaining ending, at least for those of us who don't believe in Xenu.
Impressive technology and creativity were used to present the wise words of these four scientists in a brand new way:
Obedience is allegedly a virtue. Even for adults. [Via Stuff Fundies Like]