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Coming Attractions Internet Style - Otnemem.com has a unique preview for the movie 'Memento', which generated a lot of buzz after its release at this years' Sundance Film Festival. Know Your Planet - Know Your Environment takes a different, more scientific approach to dealing with the current problems facing the environment. Instead of picketing, lobbying Congress, or sleeping in trees, they promote education to create an awareness of these very serious issues. Burma: Grace Under Pressure - Burma, Grace Under Pressure is a photo-journal "in motion" inspired by the site's founder, Geoffrey Hiller, during his recent trip to the troubled land. It is more experience than website, accompanied by Burmese music, each picture is aligned with a quote or story. SHORT
TAKES: Office Clown - With over a hundred pranks available, you'll be able to confuse your coworkers with tame and harsh pranks alike. Look for the George W. Bush Web Prank as well as the Junk Mail Prank, located in the 'Home Pranks' Section of this slightly evil but very fun website. Public Radio Fans - Fans of quality radio programming know that Public Radio is the professor of the intellectual airways. This website allows you to scroll through and listen to an international index of public radio programs. From the BBC to Australian radio it is easy to search by location and find your favorite channels. <><><><><><><><> Reinventing Schools - Reinventing Schools is wholly dedicated to issues surrounding the relationship between technology and education. Topics discussed range from the "Nintendo Generation" and how they learn differently than previous generations to reforming the education system to the importance of qualified teachers. Extreme Sports Pie - From the snow to the sea and beyond, young people are happily risking their bodies in the arena of extreme sports. Pie.com is a comprehensive, online magazine/gallery filled with endless articles and photographs revolving around surfing, snowboarding, skateboarding and BMX biking. Pooja Online - A cryptic website that radiates energy and information, a doorway to a foreign world that places spirituality in front of all other concerns. There is so much to explore at this site, religious services and education, you can even have a 'pooja', (a silent meditation or chanting to express gratitude or receive blessing), done in your name. Close Encounters - This site answers just about every question an astronomy major, a future astronaut or sci-fi fan could ask. There is also a wealth of information about the suns, planets, stars and galaxies that compose our vast universe, to help you understand exactly what that Super Telescope is looking at. Courtroom Drama - Lawbuzz.com, despite its misleading title, is a treasure trove of fascinating tales about historical characters, events and court cases dating back over a thousand years. One Weird Lady - Emma is the subject of 'Weird Emma', an online cartoon that is as bizarre as it is hilarious. With a cast of talking animals (including her dog who speaks with an Irish accent), the episodes are only about a minute long, but what they lack in length they make up for in content and originality. Obscure Cities - The brainchild of esteemed Belgian authors Schuiten and Peeters, the series describes a parallel universe to the one in which we live. The Joy of Learning - Succeeding in elementary school will always demand a lot of studying, and for many brings back memories of hours spent with our faces buried in those dreaded textbooks. Technology, however, has opened up some fascinating environments in which children (and adults) have the freedom to learn in a dynamic and entertaining way. Sprocketworks.com - An interactive site whose goal is 'to make children fall in love with learning'. A range of topics including US History, Space, Birds, Chemistry, Oceans, Art and much more are taught with the help of games, interactive diagrams, charts, film shorts and other exciting mediums through which knowledge becomes more 'digestible' for children. SHORT
TAKES: Anatomically Correct - Most of what we know about our bodies is limited to the idea that 'muscles look good (we all want great 'abs', 'pecks', biceps, etc.). However, a lot more can be uncovered about the human muscular skeleton by looking just a little bit below the skin. It's Time to Rhyme - While some poets and songwriters may frown, many will smile when they see the home page of Rhymezone.com. The site enables visitors to enter a word in exchange for a list of all the English words with which it rhymes. <><><><><><><><> Swiss
Poster Art - Lovers of art and advertising alike will appreciate this
collection of Swiss Poster Art, presently on display at Carnegie Mellon
University and at Swissposters.com. With over sixty entries, all dated
from 1971 to the present, the site is a small museum of posters. Nirvana of Music - Mojo magazine has been around since 1984 and has consistently produced a high-quality magazine rife with fascinating articles and content. Mojo4music.com is the website behind the UK publication, and since its debut earlier this year has proven itself as a habit for online music addicts. Young Again - 'Dedicated to the preservation of our pop culture', Yesterdayland is definitely a tour down the many memory lanes of childhood, from the TV shows we used to watch to the video games we used to spend all of our quarters on. Many of the sections are formatted into timelines, by decade, and include subjects such as Fashion, Saturday Mornings, Primetime Television, Movies, Lunchboxes, and Pop Music. A Family Affair - Family.com is a website devoted entirely to the many topics and concerns related to family life and parenting. Visitors can browse through a ton of tips and articles about domestic life that cover marriage, pregnancy, and the several different stages of childhood. Virtual Five-Star Hotel - Registering yourself into this virtual community can be a lot of fun, as you can create your own identity, stroll into the various sections of the 'hotel', talk to people, make friends, etc. While the site has some bugs and demands a few minutes to download shockwave, the graphics are great and the experience is very cool.
March Madness - FinalFour.net is 'the official website of the NCAA' and if you're a basketball nut, plan on spending a good portion of your workday browsing through it. The site caters to all aspects of college hoops, past, present, and future. Fire and Ice - Mark Dornblaser, an admired nature photographer and adventurer, has managed to photograph our natural environment in its most stunning moments of radiance and solitude. His pictures make nature look even more beautiful than it already is. Politics as Usual - Motherjones.com explains the 'business' of campaign financing by our nation's top industries, providing insight into the people, issues and numbers involved. SHORT
TAKES: Postcards from the Edge - For a small fee you can send a real postcard from a foreign country, which is a lot cheaper than a plane ticket and a tour guide. Brain Gym - Offers a cyberspace gym with the latest equipment to help keep the mind limber. Flex that medulla oblongata by working out your brain with tests for memory, IQ, attention and reflexes, thinking, and emotions. <><><><><><><><> The
Hoax Museum - Famous hoaxes such as 'The Moon Hoax of 1835', in which
the New York Sun claimed that a certain astronomer had discovered life
on the moon consisting of blue unicorns, hoards of roaming bison and a
strange creature called a man-bat, is just an example of the seriously
entertaining subject matter you'll find at The Museum of Hoaxes. World Resources Game - World Game Institute and other independent benefactors, Net World Games are highly interactive role-playing games that can be played online. You'll need a game master, or judge, whose job it is to conceive of the story and, based on the players' decisions and actions, determine the path and outcome.. The Broadband Generation - Zilo.com is a new community that targets college students, otherwise known as 'the broadband generation', in an effort to provide them with interactive entertainment via their computers.. Renegade Cartoons - Founded in 1992, Renegade Animation works with an excellent staff of writers, producers and animators all focused on one goal....making great cartoons.. Geography Lessons - Geography.com is split into two separate sections, Physical Geography, which deals in tornadoes, tectonics, etc., and Human Geography, an extensive topic that incorporates aspects of industry, sociology, natural resources and agriculture. Idiot Box - IdiotBox.com is an aptly named website that turns your monitor into a television, through which you can choose from a selection of original cartoons and stories. The Cold War - The site covers the physiological details of the cold, as well as a list of tips and explanations regarding its prevention and treatment. Biting Satire - World news can be a very serious topic, or it can be hysterical, it really depends on your source. Modeled in the same style as The Onion (the legendary and satirical Wisconsin-based newspaper), The Nervous Dog brings that same tradition of political and social humor to the net. SHORT
TAKES: High Voltage Cooking - This site is a facetious, fictional peek into the future of cooking. Don't miss the demonstration of the new DL-1000 cooking range, it can be a little, um, dangerous. Super Greg - Super Greg is a small time DJ whose cheesy style and laughable character has elevated him to Internet Pop Icon. <><><><><><><><> Internet
Mind Food - Browsing through FrootPickers.com, it is easy to see how
dedicated the staff and guest editors are to producing a high quality,
fascinating and evolving website that refreshes and refocuses itself with
each coming day. Australian Posters - Follow the Sun is an online gallery of Australian Travel Posters released between the 1930's and 1950's, filled with lithographic art donated by the National Gallery, National Archives and National Library of Australia. The Bard - The name 'Shakespeare' has become synonymous with all things literary; his works are probably the most heralded and studied text in the English language and have been adapted to stage and screen many times over. Now you can access almost anything Shakespearian through this amazingly expansive website. Cyber Comic Relief - At KingFeatures.com there is now an easier way to get your daily dose of the morning comics. With over sixty comic strips at your fingertips, listed alphabetically, you'll have a hard time choosing between such classics as 'Flash Gordon', 'Dennis the Menace' and 'Family Circus'. Recycling Plastic - Plastic.com gives new meaning to the word 'recycling'. The website is a 'live collaboration between the Web's smartest readers and the Web's smartest editors'. Once you sign-in, you will be privy to Plastic's melee of opinions and commentaries. Digital Fairytales - Follow the crystal ball through beautiful graphics and calming music into the world of Big Blue. It is an enchanting place to explore, play games, solve puzzles and experience life through the eyes of a child. Napster Clone - If the trial and legal posturing has gotten you down on Napster, there's a new and more diverse file sharing program you can use to get all sorts of free stuff. LimeWire is a web community that enables users to swap images, audio files, and videos, as well as MP3's. All My Life for Sale - More art experiment than Buddhist revelation, AllMyLifeforSale is an 'ongoing project' that involves the auctioning off and tracking of many of Mr. Freyer's possessions that, according to his friends, accurately represent his life in Iowa City, Iowa. SHORT
TAKES: Women Speak - Visiting Women Speak is a touching experience that almost everyone will appreciate. It offers an archive, updated daily, of digital images taken by amateur and professional women photographers. Create Surveys and get Feedback - Zoomerang is a free Internet service that allows businesses and individuals to easily conduct professional grade surveys. <><><><><><><><> Government's
50 Greatest Endeavors - The Brookings Institute recently completed
research into our government's expenditures, over the past fifty years
into and divided them into 'successes' and 'failures'. Giant Heads - With an opening theme song by Lionel Richie, it wastes little time pulling you into its world of bizarre humor. To reap the full benefits of the site, you apparently have to subscribe, though it is unclear whether it is free or not. Some notable 'smalls' are 'Free Oxen' and 'Russian Lessons'. King of the Mountain - Having been featured in National Geographic and a ton of other magazines, Todd Skinner is widely considered to be one of the top rock climbers in the world. His website is essentially a photo journal that is wholly dedicated to his illustrious achievements and impressive climbing resume. White Shoe Diaries - The White Shoe Irregular is a lighthearted literary community that publishes absurd, artistic and humorous material. Reading the section posted for first-time visitors will give you a good idea as to just how serious the staff does NOT take itself. Sneaker Sanctuary - When I was a teenager, sneakers were the lowliest of footwear, worn only for exercise and quickly taken off. They were made of plain white canvas, had no see through soles, no glow in the dark stitching and definitely no air pumps. Today the sneaker has become a cultural icon. Xhibition-Transition: - Xhibition.org is the website for the Exhibition Transition gallery, featuring some very hip 'writers' and DJ's. People who are familiar with these underground art forms will appreciate the tribute this website represents, while others will be impressed with the skill it takes to create such supreme visual and audio chaos. Understanding Money - William F. Hummel, a prolific Internet author, has created a website whose primary purpose is to help people understand the many different facets of 'money'. Women in American History - Created by the Encyclopedia Britannica, this website covers the History of American Women, from the early seventeenth century to the present. Be sure to check out the section entitled "In Her own Words", a compilation of poetry, court decisions and letters by respected female authors such as Susan B. Anthony and Emily Dickinson. SHORT
TAKES: A Day in the Life - While many of us dream of a job at McDonald's, deep down we know that it is a rare opportunity to be had by only a select few (currently about one million global citizens). This site makes dreams come true; giving visitors a first hand experience of what a day in the life of a professional Hamburger Flipper feels like. Strange Man Dancing - Ever been to a party and felt awkward because you couldn't dance to the type of music playing? Now you can learn to dance from an instructor who's goofier than you were at your eighth-grade graduation dance. <><><><><><><><> A
Laugh a Minute - Laughter is a surefire antidote to negativity and
remains a universal language amongst all cultures. Like most societies,
America has its own distinct brand of comedy that at times pushes the
boundaries of political and social correctness. Kansas City: Paris of the Plains - During its 'Jazz Age', Kansas City (otherwise known as KayCee) became the U.S.' original Sin City. This website, an online companion to a current exhibition at the Miller Nichols Library, takes you on an unholy tour of the political, social, geographic and musical temperament of Kaycee during those times. Watching the Media - In many cities, it has become commonplace to turn on TV and see live coverage of high-speed police chases which often end tragically. There is even a website that will email you and let you know when a chase is being televised in Los Angeles. Say Cheese - PhotographyTips.com is a great destination for photographers of all types, regardless of experience. A true resource center, visitors can receive valuable tips on technique, learn to deal with all aspects of the photographic process, buy equipment, and gaze at galleries of pictures divided by topic (humorous, landscape, animals, aerial photos etc. Interior Desecration - Log on to this biting, hilarious review of the kitschy, cheesy style that emerged during the seventies, using furniture and home decoration as its indisputable evidence. The author and founder, James Lileks, is extremely humorous, and his input is found in almost every section of the website. FableVision - The Fablevision website is built around Fablevision Place, a tiny town square that is part Disneyland, part Alice in Wonderland, an oasis of design and fantasy that invites you to 'make yourself some tea, wander around and enjoy' (apparently tea steeps the mind in creativity). Independent Media - IndyMedia.com offers the news from a more neutral source, not influenced by political interests or advertisers and seems bent on opening the eyes of the world to the illusory and biased tactics of the mainstream media. Mondo Mini Shows - Mondo Media is a relatively new media company that syndicates digital animation for the Net, television, as well as the expanding interactive television markets. Check out 'Thugs on Film', a weekly review/beating of current films put on by two blue-collar British blokes. SHORT
TAKES: Rock Paper Scissors - The website behind the game was created by the World RPS Society (complete with its own Latin pledge), and covers every nook and cranny of what at first seems like a fairly simple game. Read through the Official RPS Rules, learn valuable tips from the Strategy Guide, and watch the video of the famous Clinton vs. Yeltsin stand off. The Best Toilets - Only on the Internet can you find an entire website devoted to 'The Best Toilets in the World'. It is a surprisingly useful topic, since all of us, at one point or another have been caught in the public domain without a safe place to take care of business. <><><><><><><><> Web
Geek Extraordinaire - Sebastien Chevrel is a self-proclaimed geek,
artist and web impresario. His website is a living testament to the artistic
freedom that the Web enables, for it is wholly and humbly dedicated to
his creations and visions. Global Warming - Global Warming: Early Warning Signs is an online information source that works a lot like a map, except that instead of geography, the focus is on the tangible effects of global warming. The Coolest Jobs - With the subtitle 'The Coolest Jobs on Earth', it is hard to dismiss the possibilities that exist inside JobMonkey.com. Positions at Resorts, Cruise Lines, Casinos, and 'The Great Outdoors' are available, and the search engine on this site will help you get to them fast. Internet Alternative Radio - The online rebels of Slam.com are committed to changing the way you listen, by bringing cutting-edge music to the Web. The radio is easy to setup, and includes some really cool stations like Modern A Cappella (those pesky instruments) and Dream Chamber. Fashion 'Zine - If you've caught the fashion bug, then the Hint Fashion Magazine website will satisfy all of your fashion needs. With monthly updates on the hottest new models, a section devoted entirely to industry gossip, and articles on photographers, designers and other fashion personalities, the site is as chic as they come. Becoming Human - BecomingHuman.org is the home for a new 'interactive documentary' that traces the multi-million year process that brought us out of pre-historic trees and into modern skyscrapers. Tracking your Email - ReadNotify.com is a neat tool for tracking your emails, and the best part is that it's currently provided free of charge! (This will change soon so take advantage of it while you can). It enables senders to not only know when their email was opened, but also how long it was read for and if it was forwarded to others. The Filmmaker's Craft - AFIFilm.com is a website that focuses on filmmakers, the art they create, and the many topics relating to the industry. Visitors can watch digital movies from a long list of directors, learn about the people currently making waves (and great films) in the industry or read articles about subjects such as 'Cinematography', 'Directing', and 'Production Design'. SHORT
TAKES: The Awful Truth - 'The Awful Truth' is filled with sarcastic and poignant episodes that expose purveyors of injustice in American Society for what they are, politicians, corporate types and cops. Cyber Rebate - CyberRebate.com provides great deals for visitors who are willing to wait for substantial rebates. Offering everything from Lincoln Logs to Sony Walkman's for free after rebate, it's hard to resist this site and the savings it offers. <><><><><><><><> Live
Manuals - LiveManuals.com will clear up any confusion brought on by
that pesky pamphlet, allowing you to quickly and easily set-up a variety
of electronic toys. Around the World in 80 Clicks - Despite the thousands of miles he has traveled, the hundred countries he has visited, and the countless number of tourist attractions he has seen, Boris manages to report on these exotic places with the innocent excitement of a first-time traveler. The Sports Cliche List - This searchable list has been accumulated from countless interviews by sports writers and announcers, and is divided into sections including Pre-Game, During the Game, Post-Game, Losing Locker Room and Fired Coaches. After visiting you will not be at a loss for words or excuses. The Sacred Narghile - This fascinating website pays tribute to the holy hookah, exploring the debate over its origins, the international diversity of the pipe and even its presence as a fixture in art and society. Diets and Nutrition - Nutrio.com has one goal for its customers, to 'look and feel great'. While the company mainly heralds its customized weight-loss programs, the site also includes a ton of great articles and tips relating to general health, diets facts, exercise, vitamins and healthy practices. Artistic Feast - Exploring the role of art in America is the focus of ~ egg ~, a fascinating series. Sponsored in part by PBS, this site is the online sidekick to the television program, complete with streaming video and audio clips and interviews of artists featured on the TV show. Way of the Warrior - Divided into three major sections, Karate, Kung Fu and Kobudo, the site is an in-depth analysis of the major disciplines, including Aikido, Ju Jutsu, Kempo, Shorin Ryu and more. The enriching content will satisfy both the master and the prospective pupil. Irish Site for Disgruntled Workers - If you tend to waste time at the office, you might as well do it with others. The many forums at P45.net will give frustrated, bored employees worldwide a well-deserved respite from the professional pain of office work. SHORT
TAKES: Find the Nearest ATM - Sponsored by Visa, the site asks for location information like address and zip code, and then directs you to the three closest automated teller machines, with a detailed map of how to get there. The site can also help if you've lost your Visa card or need travel money. Condoboy - Condoboy offers useful tips about changing light bulbs, hanging pictures and the effective use of closets, all to create a safe and stylish living space, whether it be a new home, dorm room or apartment. <><><><><><><><> Sonoran
Treasure
- Spanning
5,000 miles and two countries, the Sonoran Desert is considered one of
North America's last natural treasures. Filled with what locals and visitors
described as 'an eternal silence,' the Sonoran is an immensely beautiful
place that is finally being recognized as the international landmark that
it is. Panoramas - 'Panoramas: The North American Landscape in Art' is a look at the history, beliefs, industries and inhabitants of Canada, the US and Mexico.. The Spirit of La Llorona - This web site tells the real story (or at least four versions of it), and lets you decide whether this tragic figure was siren, witch, harlot or virgin. A section called 'Tributes' displays paintings, poetry and songs dedicated to La Llorona and a timeline of her life, annotated with events that may have led to her death. Lost and Found Sound - Lost and Found Sound discovers and provides the pre-recorded sounds that have meaning in people's lives, whether a recorded love letter from childhood or the toll of a doorbell ringing twice. The Boroughs of East Anglia - Visitors to 'Medieval English Towns' will be immediately immersed in precise and detailed history. Learn about the political characters who held office, the craft guilds, the social customs and mores, the geographical structure of East Anglia and its boroughs and much more. Bullseye Art - Bullseye's site is an addictive exhibition of the hilarious, often racy art that they have become known for. Every cartoon and animation project they've done is on display, along with upcoming projects, articles and relevant news items. Web Media Preservation - The Rhizome Artbase is a storage space and an art gallery, a museum of Web Art that promises to preserve these projects for future generations to study and enjoy. The site serves as a comprehensive resource for information and critical writing about what's going on at the intersection of emerging technology and contemporary art. Virtual Caves - Virtual Caves is a fascinating site devoted to the scientific intricacies of cave exploration. Divided into four sections, 'Lava Tubes', 'Sea Caves', Erosional Caves' and 'Solution Caves', visitors may browse through detailed pictures and descriptions of such cave "dwellers" as Aragonites, Rims, Columns and Moon milks. SHORT
TAKES: Something's Cookin' - Sponsored by Visa, the site asks for location information like address and zip code, and then directs you to the three closest automated teller machines, with a detailed map of how to get there. The site can also help if you've lost your Visa card or need travel money. Star Wars Online - The Star Wars Interactive guide is a highly entertaining experience that engulfs its visitors in the wondrous world of 'Star Wars'. Test your knowledge of the universe with 'Star Wars Trivia', practice killing storm troopers in 'The Rebel Training Facility', or just browse through the 'Flash Timeline' of the original trilogy. The Force is strong with this site. <><><><><><><><> The
Adventures of Banja
- Banja the Rasta is the super
cool main character of a revolutionary new adventure game of the same
name. As Banja, you will cruise the fictional island of Itland, interact
with real players from around the world, and participate in an ongoing,
expanding storyline where your decisions and actions will make a difference
in the development of the community. Glimpses of India - Harappa.com focuses on a specific part of the region, the Indus Valley, home to one of the world's first cities, and was developed in an attempt to revive interest in a culture that has been previously buried in historical obscurity. Graphics Converter - With the ability to import over one hundred graphic formats, this program can easily convert photos with unfamiliar extensions (.fpx, .pcd) into more easily recognizable extension (.gif, jpeg). Superheroes and Hostess Snacks - The Hostess Page is a sub-section of the Seanbaby.com comic book extravaganza and offers a peek into the odd relationship between Superheroes and Twinkies. Masters of Photography - The 'Masters of Photography' website displays the work of over fifty great photographers. These visual geniuses are listed alphabetically, and in case you are not familiar with all of them, check out the complete 'Summaries' of their life and work.
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