“Ignorance, the root and stem of all evil.” Plato Plato (c. 427–347 BCE) was an ancient Greek philosopher and one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. He was a student of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle. Plato’s contributions to philosophy covered a wide range of topics, including metaphysics, ethics, politics, epistemology, andContinue reading “Quote of the Day: Ignorance”
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Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thoughtless thoroughfare of thankless thunderclaps …
I gave up my job as a taxi driver. I kept driving my customers away. I decided that being a shepherd wasn’t for me. Every time I try to count my flock, I fall asleep. I quit my job at the helium factory. I refused to be spoken to in that tone. I lost myContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Thursday’s thoughtless thoroughfare of thankless thunderclaps …”
Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s timeworn turntable of terrible tunes …
What do the Titanic and Sixth Sense have in common? Icy Dead People. I was feeling lonely, so I bought some shares. It’s nice to have some company. I asked my kids if they liked my grandmother. They said she’s a great grandmother. How can you tell the difference between an Indian and African elephant?Continue reading “Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s timeworn turntable of terrible tunes …”
Apprentice Nicknames
My friend Mike in Australia heard some hilarious breakfast radio last week. In Australia, especially building sites, apprentice. workers often give each other nicknames. Sometimes really cruel, but also funny. Sensor Light – he only works when someone walks past. Noodles – he reckons every job takes 2 minutes. The Olympic flame – coz heContinue reading “Apprentice Nicknames”
This Day in History: August 29th
Here are 10 interesting historical events that took place on August 29th: 1632: English philosopher John Locke is born. 1728: The city of Nuuk in Greenland is founded. 1741: The eruption of Oshima–Ōshima and the Kampo tsunami kill at least 2,000 people in Japan. 1831: English physicist Michael Faraday discovers electromagnetic induction. 1862: The SecondContinue reading “This Day in History: August 29th”
Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s tram transit of tasty tarts …
Played football last night on a pitch surfaced with rubble and broken bricks. We won 3-1 on aggregate. A lorry has spilled its load of bricks over the road. Police say queues are building. I got some barbeque-flavoured crisps. They taste of bricks and mesh. How do you hire a horse? Put a brick underContinue reading “Joke of the Day: Tuesday’s tram transit of tasty tarts …”
This Day in History: August 15th
Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on August 15th: 718: The Siege of Constantinople ends: The Byzantine Empire, under Emperor Leo III, successfully repels a massive Arab assault on the capital city of Constantinople, thereby preventing its capture. 1483: The Sistine Chapel is consecrated: Pope Sixtus IV consecrates the Sistine Chapel inContinue reading “This Day in History: August 15th”
The Sage and the Cotton Bud
In a land where wisdom reigns so grand,Lived an old Sage with tales unplanned.His beard flowed down like a river’s bend,A wise old soul, a lifelong friend. One morn he rose from his slumber deep,From dreams of stars and secrets to keep.He searched his bed with a furrowed brow,For a cotton bud that had wanderedContinue reading “The Sage and the Cotton Bud”
This Day in History: August 11th
Here are ten interesting historical events that took place on August 11th: 3114 BC: According to the Mesoamerican Long Count calendar, the current creation era of the Mayan calendar began on this date. 1492: Christopher Columbus set sail from Palos de la Frontera, Spain, on his voyage to the Americas. 1919: Green Bay Packers, oneContinue reading “This Day in History: August 11th”
Advice of the Day: Shoes
Shoes last twice as long if only worn every other day. The premise “SHOES last twice as long if only worn every other day” is often used humorously or as a playful exaggeration. It’s a bit of a lighthearted expression that takes a common-sense idea to an extreme and humorous conclusion. The idea is notContinue reading “Advice of the Day: Shoes”
