Here are some really interesting photos! (y)

Here are some really interesting photos! (y) - There are many miraculous photos from history that have managed to go relatively unseen. For whatever reason, their quality is under-appreciated, despite revealing interesting realities about world history and popular events. Some may surprise you, but all will enlighten you. High profile figures

NEEMO Undersea Crew Tests Tools and Techniques For Future Spacewalks

NEEMO Undersea Crew Tests Tools and Techniques For Future Spacewalks -  

And if you don't think it is happening in America...check again. ;)

And if you don't think it is happening in America...check again. ;) - The biggest threat to religious freedom is religious extremism. The world must recognize this — and act.

I'm lovin' it! (Oh crap! Now I sound like an ad for McDonald's)

I'm lovin' it! (Oh crap! Now I sound like an ad for McDonald's) - Das steht auf meinem KEEP CALM Poster? Was steht auf deinem KEEP CALM Poster?

That's astonishingly accurate! (y) "You're on the left and libertarian spectrum of the political compass! You question authority and are deeply distrustful of hierarchy. You believe strongly in personal liberty and individual freedoms. You firmly believe in a self-governed and non-hierarchical society with maximum individual freedoms for all. You support women's rights, gay rights, and liberal attitudes on sex. You, however, favor collectively owned property and an economy that guarantees equality and opportunity. You believe in strong communities and favor a cooperative economy over dog eat dog capitalism. You're a lefty, but you hate big government just as much as the next libertarian." If you're bold and secure, paste your result below... :)

That's astonishingly accurate! (y) "You're on the left and libertarian spectrum of the political compass! You question authority and are deeply distrustful of hierarchy. You believe strongly in personal liberty and individual freedoms. You firmly believe in a self-governed and non-hierarchical society with maximum individual freedoms for all. You support women's rights, gay rights, and liberal attitudes on sex. You, however, favor collectively owned property and an economy that guarantees equality and opportunity. You believe in strong communities and favor a cooperative economy over dog eat dog capitalism. You're a lefty, but you hate big government just as much as the next libertarian." If you're bold and secure, paste your result below... :) - Where do you fall on the political spectrum? Take the ultimate political orientation test!

Definitely the way it SHOULD be... (And that's why these guys rock!) (y) Thanks for the share, Jon de la Luz! :D

Definitely the way it SHOULD be... (And that's why these guys rock!) (y) Thanks for the share, Jon de la Luz! :D - By now, the lament for the way in which our culture privileges athletics over education is an old, common sentiment—but Key & Peele has breathed new life into the apt observation in their latest sketch, “TeachersCenter.” A spot-on parody of SportsCenter’s hyperbole-laden talking heads, busy CGI tick…

Frosty Gullies on the Northern Plains of Mars

Frosty Gullies on the Northern Plains of Mars -  

For my many musically-inclined friends: Just when you thought you knew how influential Guns & Roses was, along comes something that leaves you speechless...'Sweet Child of Mine' - N'awlinz style! ;) (y) (WARNING: Must have deep sense of music appreciation!)

For my many musically-inclined friends: Just when you thought you knew how influential Guns & Roses was, along comes something that leaves you speechless...'Sweet Child of Mine' - N'awlinz style! ;) (y) (WARNING: Must have deep sense of music appreciation!) - Get our 16 song album on iTunes: http://msclvr.co/MR3l0u Postmodern Jukebox on Tour! http://www.pmjlive.com Our friend Miche Braden returned to help us show ...

Africa and Europe from a Million Miles Away

Africa and Europe from a Million Miles Away -  

Damned right!

Damned right! - EMBARGOED: DO NOT SHARE UNTIL 12PM ET JULY 28, 2015

Somehow, I saw it coming... (Musta' been those force powers) (y)

Somehow, I saw it coming... (Musta' been those force powers) (y) - Which Force-user does your spirit align with?

This is an incredible poem and, if you pay very close attention, You can tell the poem isn't about stress or tension. Read and notice how incredible it really is! This person deserves a mention! Halfway through it, I was unimpressed, to be fair... But when I got to the end, I realized I was only halfway there. Check this out! (And thanks for the share, Roland Becker!)

This is an incredible poem and, if you pay very close attention, You can tell the poem isn't about stress or tension. Read and notice how incredible it really is! This person deserves a mention! Halfway through it, I was unimpressed, to be fair... But when I got to the end, I realized I was only halfway there. Check this out! (And thanks for the share, Roland Becker!) - Chanie Gorkin, 11th grader at Bais Rivka in Crown Heights, wrote a poem which has inspired thousands around the world after going viral on social media.

Round of Testing Completed on Webb Telescope Flight Mirrors

Round of Testing Completed on Webb Telescope Flight Mirrors -  

Activity at Klyuchevskoy Volcano

Activity at Klyuchevskoy Volcano -  

I would call this a 'must watch' video... This is an odd pairing, for certain, and even Russell Brand appeared to think so, initially. Maybe that was intentional or maybe it was the ego he humbly admitted he has difficulty with (I love honest people). As it turned out, Eve Ensler ('The Vagina Monologues') and Brand got along much better than suspected - maybe, even by him. It is proof positive what can happen through the practice of kindness and respect...two things they both promote. It was also, at times, very funny...but the discussion was profound. I have to say that I agree with nearly all that was spoken (the serious stuff), including the bit about God which, as many of my friends know, I don't subscribe to (with regard to formalized or fundamentalist religion), but certainly agree with and believe (in God) as a higher force or consciousness. In addition, there were perspectives offered that could help people understand which direction they can move in and why the current directions, for many, aren't working. I think it would be extremely beneficial for everyone (capable of understanding this discussion) to watch this, if they are honestly interested in reaching or fostering the continued evolution of man (and woman). And, as usual, I'd really like to hear some comments below...as long as the people commenting can be productive or, at least, non-offensively funny. This is the direction of the future - there is no other alternative...except extinction. #RussellBrand #EveEnsler #God #Consciousness #Transcendence

I would call this a 'must watch' video... This is an odd pairing, for certain, and even Russell Brand appeared to think so, initially. Maybe that was intentional or maybe it was the ego he humbly admitted he has difficulty with (I love honest people). As it turned out, Eve Ensler ('The Vagina Monologues') and Brand got along much better than suspected - maybe, even by him. It is proof positive what can happen through the practice of kindness and respect...two things they both promote. It was also, at times, very funny...but the discussion was profound. I have to say that I agree with nearly all that was spoken (the serious stuff), including the bit about God which, as many of my friends know, I don't subscribe to (with regard to formalized or fundamentalist religion), but certainly agree with and believe (in God) as a higher force or consciousness. In addition, there were perspectives offered that could help people understand which direction they can move in and why the current directions, for many, aren't working. I think it would be extremely beneficial for everyone (capable of understanding this discussion) to watch this, if they are honestly interested in reaching or fostering the continued evolution of man (and woman). And, as usual, I'd really like to hear some comments below...as long as the people commenting can be productive or, at least, non-offensively funny. This is the direction of the future - there is no other alternative...except extinction. #RussellBrand #EveEnsler #God #Consciousness #Transcendence - http://bit.ly/1kf4NpD We are facing a unique crisis as our renewed vigor for attaining enlightenment clashes with our materialist based economy and fear-base...

So... Since I see America (at least the Republican side) continuing to make tragically horrific choices - not that they have any other choice - I decided I would do the research for them in hopes they will understand (if that is at all possible) the nature of their pitiful ridiculousness in what is now, without question, a world full of progressive, liberal and independent (many of whom bailed from the ridiculous Republican party) voters. In other words, you're fighting a losing battle. Of course, like many of the political issues, I suspect they won't even be capable of getting past this initial paragraph to even consider the plethora of facts below...since they appear to vote by instinct, rather than intelligence, and have the instincts of a queen Naked Mole Rat (look them up!). Consider this a favor and, for the sake of all that is good, holy and intelligent...please read the included information below and, if you still think this idiot - who is at the top of the Republican candidate list right now, should be elected... Please move to Guam (or a hostile foreign nation - that you all probably enabled). We won't miss you...

So... Since I see America (at least the Republican side) continuing to make tragically horrific choices - not that they have any other choice - I decided I would do the research for them in hopes they will understand (if that is at all possible) the nature of their pitiful ridiculousness in what is now, without question, a world full of progressive, liberal and independent (many of whom bailed from the ridiculous Republican party) voters. In other words, you're fighting a losing battle. Of course, like many of the political issues, I suspect they won't even be capable of getting past this initial paragraph to even consider the plethora of facts below...since they appear to vote by instinct, rather than intelligence, and have the instincts of a queen Naked Mole Rat (look them up!). Consider this a favor and, for the sake of all that is good, holy and intelligent...please read the included information below and, if you still think this idiot - who is at the top of the Republican candidate list right now, should be elected... Please move to Guam (or a hostile foreign nation - that you all probably enabled). We won't miss you... - In October 1988, Donald Trump threw his wallet into the airline business by purchasing Eastern Air Shuttle, a service that for 27 years had run hourly flights between Boston, New York City and...

Pluto Dazzles in False Color

Pluto Dazzles in False Color -  

This is a very easy, effective and fairly-balanced way to keep up with the 'impending' election in 2016. It synthesizes articles from many sources regarding all the candidates. You can even follow a massive amount of other topics and interests and in a very convenient, well-presented way via 'Flipboard' on your mobile phone! ___________________________________________________________ PC: http://ift.tt/1LH504T iTunes: http://ift.tt/17WJAeW Android: http://ift.tt/1D171nF #Flipboard #Windows #iTunes #Android

This is a very easy, effective and fairly-balanced way to keep up with the 'impending' election in 2016. It synthesizes articles from many sources regarding all the candidates. You can even follow a massive amount of other topics and interests and in a very convenient, well-presented way via 'Flipboard' on your mobile phone! ___________________________________________________________ PC: http://ift.tt/1LH504T iTunes: http://ift.tt/17WJAeW Android: http://ift.tt/1D171nF #Flipboard #Windows #iTunes #Android - @news | Follow this magazine to stay up with the latest news on the 2016 presidential election.

July 23, 1999, Chandra X-ray Observatory Awaits Deployment

July 23, 1999, Chandra X-ray Observatory Awaits Deployment -  

Soyuz Rocket Boosts Expedition 44 Crew to the International Space Station

Soyuz Rocket Boosts Expedition 44 Crew to the International Space Station -  

Smoke Over the Greenland Sea

Smoke Over the Greenland Sea -  

Natural, breathtaking beauty!

Natural, breathtaking beauty! - The world is filled with some pretty stunning places...

A peek into potential reality...

A peek into potential reality... - It doesn't take a lot of time for a species like ours to make an impact...

Not so awesome science... :/

Not so awesome science... :/ - Officials picked San Francisco as a target, given its proximity to the ocean, its high population, and its dense downtown...

Awesome science!

Awesome science! - The 'crystalline oxygen sponge' attaches itself to individual oxygen molecules, and is able to hold them...

NASA’s New Horizons Finds Second Mountain Range in Pluto’s ‘Heart’

NASA’s New Horizons Finds Second Mountain Range in Pluto’s ‘Heart’ -  

NASA Captures "EPIC" Earth Image

NASA Captures "EPIC" Earth Image -  

Me and my 'ai ren' make the perfect couple. She loves animals just as much as I do...I guess that's why she married me! :P

Me and my 'ai ren' make the perfect couple. She loves animals just as much as I do...I guess that's why she married me! :P - From a young age, animals were your best friends and loyal companions. Whether its a dog, a cat, a horse or a guinea pig - you care selflessly, because you know they give back two or three times the love you put in. I you have troubles, animals understand you better than people, and that's without w…

Incredibly relevant...and a worthwhile read for all who are Republican...and Christian. I know there are many who have their heads on straight. Unfortunately, there are also far to many of these: (Thanks for sharing, Russell Fuller!)

Incredibly relevant...and a worthwhile read for all who are Republican...and Christian. I know there are many who have their heads on straight. Unfortunately, there are also far to many of these: (Thanks for sharing, Russell Fuller!) - Republican Jesus ™ is a registered trademark of the GOP, not to be confused with Jesus from the Bible or anyone that would feed the hungry or cure the sick.

One of my favorites...

One of my favorites... - Don McLean's Vincent (Starry,Starry Night) Almost all images created by Vincent Van- Gogh. Song by Don McLean I in no way assume any credit for song or images.

Frozen Carbon Monoxide in Pluto’s 'Heart'

Frozen Carbon Monoxide in Pluto’s 'Heart' -  

- When will i die? How will i die?

Pure Awesomeness! ;) (y) (Thanks for sharing, Francis Marble!)

Pure Awesomeness! ;) (y) (Thanks for sharing, Francis Marble!) - Teachers Who Are Funnier Than Their Students

STEREO-A Spacecraft Returns Data From the Far Side of the Sun

STEREO-A Spacecraft Returns Data From the Far Side of the Sun -  

The Icy Mountains of Pluto

The Icy Mountains of Pluto -  

Oof! (This may be NSFW!) ...but it sure is hilarious! :D (y)

Oof! (This may be NSFW!) ...but it sure is hilarious! :D (y) - A Mexico-born US artist has produced a Donald Trump butt plug to protest the presidential candidate's comments about Mexicans…

My wife's a somewhat traditional, middle-aged Chinese woman, so she's not really a candidate to easily slide into Western culture; Though, she is very open-minded (after all, she's an artist). Admittedly, Deep Purple is not an easy way to break her in (hehe). If you listen to the original, you'll understand why. However, I found an awesome way to sneak it to her in a way she can manage. [She absolutely loves this cover...I can't wait to take her to the Texas Renaissance Festival!] Here's an example... (This rox!) Deep Purple - 'Child In Time' *Live* (Cover by Stary Olsa) What do ya' think? (y)

My wife's a somewhat traditional, middle-aged Chinese woman, so she's not really a candidate to easily slide into Western culture; Though, she is very open-minded (after all, she's an artist). Admittedly, Deep Purple is not an easy way to break her in (hehe). If you listen to the original, you'll understand why. However, I found an awesome way to sneak it to her in a way she can manage. [She absolutely loves this cover...I can't wait to take her to the Texas Renaissance Festival!] Here's an example... (This rox!) Deep Purple - 'Child In Time' *Live* (Cover by Stary Olsa) What do ya' think? (y) -

NASA Celebrates New Horizons' Closest Approach to Pluto

NASA Celebrates New Horizons' Closest Approach to Pluto -  

Pluto as seen from New Horizons on July 11, 2015

Pluto as seen from New Horizons on July 11, 2015 -  

Here's a fascinating article on Empathy... I say that because (as many know from my previous posts and notes) I believe this is critical to the continued existence of the human race. This is largely because we all are connected, like it or not, on a subatomic level (nature), even if we tend to enjoin or remove ourselves from different social groups and regard our empathy as a choice (which it is). Sadly, some people are devoid of the ability to feel empathy - not because they cannot feel it but because they choose not to - and, in some cases, this affects whole cultures. The cultural effect, inasmuch as I have witnessed it, seems to be most prevalent in places where the population level is very high and there are too many people around us to focus on (China, India and inner city districts of major cities all over the planet come to mind), so society at large shuts down this powerful and vital emotion. The same concern has come to mind more recently with respect to racial wars, bias and hate crimes, with law enforcement vs. the citizenry and in cases where minorities and other social groups are active in efforts to modernize the traditional, static beliefs of the past - many of which have already been redefined by a society who has already learned to understand the importance of empathy as well as these changes. (And I haven't even grazed the surface of the topic, especially with regard to how financial matters affect empathy - that one is shameless and tragic) Despite all this, we still have a lot of work to do, fellow humans. I encourage everyone who is concerned with being able to find their place in the evolving world to read the following article. It may offer you some very valuable insight...and I hope it helps a few people who have been very stingy with their concern for others to open their hearts a bit. After all, you could very well have been born into a much different situation and that situation could have quite easily been one you don't keep in mind when deciding how to distribute your empathy. Enjoy... :)

Here's a fascinating article on Empathy... I say that because (as many know from my previous posts and notes) I believe this is critical to the continued existence of the human race. This is largely because we all are connected, like it or not, on a subatomic level (nature), even if we tend to enjoin or remove ourselves from different social groups and regard our empathy as a choice (which it is). Sadly, some people are devoid of the ability to feel empathy - not because they cannot feel it but because they choose not to - and, in some cases, this affects whole cultures. The cultural effect, inasmuch as I have witnessed it, seems to be most prevalent in places where the population level is very high and there are too many people around us to focus on (China, India and inner city districts of major cities all over the planet come to mind), so society at large shuts down this powerful and vital emotion. The same concern has come to mind more recently with respect to racial wars, bias and hate crimes, with law enforcement vs. the citizenry and in cases where minorities and other social groups are active in efforts to modernize the traditional, static beliefs of the past - many of which have already been redefined by a society who has already learned to understand the importance of empathy as well as these changes. (And I haven't even grazed the surface of the topic, especially with regard to how financial matters affect empathy - that one is shameless and tragic) Despite all this, we still have a lot of work to do, fellow humans. I encourage everyone who is concerned with being able to find their place in the evolving world to read the following article. It may offer you some very valuable insight...and I hope it helps a few people who have been very stingy with their concern for others to open their hearts a bit. After all, you could very well have been born into a much different situation and that situation could have quite easily been one you don't keep in mind when deciding how to distribute your empathy. Enjoy... :) - It’s not that you can’t feel it. You just don’t want to.

Here are some awesome ideas. Let me know if you give any of them a shot and how well they work! (y)

Here are some awesome ideas. Let me know if you give any of them a shot and how well they work! (y) - Saving can be a challenging task, but these lifehacks are about to make it a lot easy.

I don't much care what people think about this guy...I think he's quite wise and, if you think his language is abusive, have you taken a listen around you lately? It's nearly the social norm now. When dealing with people, you often have to speak to them in their own language... In fact, I'd wager (if I were a gambling man) that people who have been through Hell, many people with addiction and depression, etc. are far more aware of reality than the ones who avoid stress through pacifying themselves with useless, hardly fulfilling materialism and unethical capitalism. Watch this video...

I don't much care what people think about this guy...I think he's quite wise and, if you think his language is abusive, have you taken a listen around you lately? It's nearly the social norm now. When dealing with people, you often have to speak to them in their own language... In fact, I'd wager (if I were a gambling man) that people who have been through Hell, many people with addiction and depression, etc. are far more aware of reality than the ones who avoid stress through pacifying themselves with useless, hardly fulfilling materialism and unethical capitalism. Watch this video... - Russell Brand has recently burst onto the activist and consciousness scene with his interview on BBC a few months ago. Since then,…

Hubble Looks at LEDA 89996

Hubble Looks at LEDA 89996 -  

January 19, 2006: New Horizons Launches for Pluto

January 19, 2006: New Horizons Launches for Pluto -  

Here's an interesting infographic... 

Here's an interesting infographic...  - Locations on Mars that have been visited by robots from Earth.

Humanity... You're doing it right! (y)

Humanity... You're doing it right! (y) - A Buddhist monastery in Bangladesh is serving food to hundreds of poor Muslims during Ramadan, in a rare example of social harmony between the religions in the South Asian nation. Dharmarajika, in the capital Dhaka, has become a hit on social media since it started distributing daily food packs for Muslims who break their fast during the Islamic month at sunset, known as Iftar. "Buddhism taught us that serving humanity is the ultimate religion.

NuSTAR Stares at the Sun

NuSTAR Stares at the Sun -  

The song my spirit sings when nobody is around... That's about the only way I can describe this song, one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Thank you, Stevie Wonder, for this one as well as 70 albums of what's likely the best emotion ever put to music. You're a living legend and you will never be forgotten... _____________________________________ "They Won't Go When I Go" - Stevie Wonder No more lying friends Wanting tragic ends Though they do pretend They won't go when I go All those bleeding hearts With sorrows to impart Were right here from the start And they won't go when I go And I'll go where I've longed To go so long Away from tears Gone from painful cries Away from saddened eyes Along with him I'll bide Because they won't go when I go Big men feeling small Weak ones standing tall I will watch them fall They won't go when I go And I'll go where I've longed To go so long Away from tears Unclean minds mislead the pure The innocent will leave for sure For them there is a resting place People sinning just for fun They will never see the sun For they can never show their faces There ain't no room for the hopeless sinner Who will take more than he will give He ain't hardly gonna give The greed of man will be Far away from me And my soul will be free They won't go when I go Since my soul conceived All that I believe The kingdom I will see 'Cause they won't go when I go When I go Where I'll go No one can keep me From my destiny.

The song my spirit sings when nobody is around... That's about the only way I can describe this song, one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Thank you, Stevie Wonder, for this one as well as 70 albums of what's likely the best emotion ever put to music. You're a living legend and you will never be forgotten... _____________________________________ "They Won't Go When I Go" - Stevie Wonder No more lying friends Wanting tragic ends Though they do pretend They won't go when I go All those bleeding hearts With sorrows to impart Were right here from the start And they won't go when I go And I'll go where I've longed To go so long Away from tears Gone from painful cries Away from saddened eyes Along with him I'll bide Because they won't go when I go Big men feeling small Weak ones standing tall I will watch them fall They won't go when I go And I'll go where I've longed To go so long Away from tears Unclean minds mislead the pure The innocent will leave for sure For them there is a resting place People sinning just for fun They will never see the sun For they can never show their faces There ain't no room for the hopeless sinner Who will take more than he will give He ain't hardly gonna give The greed of man will be Far away from me And my soul will be free They won't go when I go Since my soul conceived All that I believe The kingdom I will see 'Cause they won't go when I go When I go Where I'll go No one can keep me From my destiny. - "They Won't Go When I Go" is a song co-written and performed by Stevie Wonder from his 1974 album Fulfillingness' First Finale. This song is the only one on ...

July 7, 2003, NASA's Opportunity Rover Launches to Mars

July 7, 2003, NASA's Opportunity Rover Launches to Mars -  

The North Sea Abloom

The North Sea Abloom -