SciFi Links - Nov 23
io9.com - Yes! Aliens Can Finally Watch YouTube!
If you thought the dizzying joys of internet poker, the fantastic efficiency of RSS feeds, and the mindboggling singlemindedness of YouTube commenters were unique to this Earth, think again. Last week marked the successful completion of the first test of interplanetary internet, a new communication protocol that will enable automatic transmission of data through the far reaches of space.
ToplessRobot.com - Okay, Perhaps the New Star Trek Trailer Is a Tad Overdramatic
A wonderful fan video of the new Star Trek trailer, recut and set to the 90210 opening theme.
USA Today - A Timeline And Graphics Of The International Space Station Coming Together
Ten years ago today the first module of the International Space Station arrived in orbit nearly 200 miles above Earth. Since that day it has been an global effort with the cooperation of Russian, European, Japanese and other space agencies in constructing the station.
Some interesting Star Wars photos
A collection of Space Age illustrations - yes, below you can see a bicycle on balloons
NewScientist.com - Why the universe may be teeming with aliens
November 23rd, 2010 at 12:46 am
A farmer had three beautiful daughters who were obtaining ready to go out on dates. The initial beau came to the door and said, “I’m Eddie, I’m here to pick up Betty. We’re going for spaghetti, is she ready?” No. The second beau came to the door and said, “I’m Joe, I’m here to pick up Flo to take her to the show. Is she ready to go?” No. The third beau came to the door and said to the farmer. “Hello, my name is Chuck.” The farmer shot Chuck.