Don’t Kiss The Urinal: It Is Out Of Order

This photo comes from the restroom at work.  What was the author of this sign trying to communicate?  Was this a warning to not kiss the urinal?  Are you being warned to not kiss the urinal because it is out of order?  So as soon as they get the urinal fixed, fell free to go [...]

Osama bin Laden For President: Texas Congressman Says So

It is being reported that Charlie Wilson, of Charlie Wilson’s War, said,
“We should be led by Osama bin Laden,” he said, then quickly corrected himself. “I mean, Obama and Biden.”
Wow, that is a big malapropism.
yojoe (not supporting Osama bin Laden ‘08) out

UCLA Cheating On Admission Standards: In Violation Of Proposition 209

Professor Timothy Groseclose resigns in protest over UCLA’s malfeasance in using race as a criteria for admissions, in violation of California’s constitution and Proposition 209.

Army Not Happy With The Size And Weight Of MRAP

The Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle have been life-savers on the battlefield.  But, they are just to big and bulky.
The 10-ton vehicle must be transportable on a C-130 cargo plane. It should have a minimum range of 300 miles, and a turning diameter of 49 feet, And the crew has to be able to [...]

Pop, Soda, Or Coke: Which Word Do You Use?

The answer to this question is determined by where you were raised.  California you say soda.  Michigan you say pop.  Mississippi you say coke.
This according to the always compelling blog Strange Maps.  The map below shows the regional differences in the generic word used to refer soft drinks.

The Details About Russia, Georgia, And The Battle Over South Ossetia

Michael J. Totten, at his blog Middle East Journal does an excellent job of explaining

the genesis of the recent conflict between Russia and Georgia over South Ossetia, in his interview with Patrick Worms, former official with the European Commission, and Thomas Goltz.
The back story began at least as early as the time of the Soviet [...]

Wind Power Continues To Kill Birds And Bats

There is no free lunch, even if you are trying to save the environment.  From Scientific American,
Scientists have known since 2004 that wind farms kill bats, just as they kill birds, even though the flying mammals should be able to avoid them. Many biologists thought that the bats, like their avian counterparts, might be falling [...]

USC Football Logos

With the college-football season just about to begin, here is a post to get everyone in the mood.  This is a collection of logos from USC, including USC football logos.  The USC logos include the SC interlock, Traveler, Tommy Trojan, and George Tirebiter and some Win Forever wallpaper with Coach Pete Carroll.   Enjoy and Fight [...]

Maker Of Enzyte Sentenced To 25 Years In Prison

Steve Warshank, the founder of Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals, the makers of Enzyte (the natural male enhancement product) is not smiling these days.  Warshank was sentenced to,
25 years in prison.
Steve Warshak, 42, founder of Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals, also was ordered to pay $93,000 in fines. He was convicted in February on 93 counts of conspiracy, fraud [...]

USC Football: Stanley Havili In Washington Post

Readers of Dreadnaught know that USC fullback Stanley Havili is a favorite.  Beginning with his recovery from a broken leg, suffered in 2006, to his outstanding play against Idaho last season.  Now the Trojan has been profiled in the WaPo:
With Havili leading the way — often executing what is known in Trojans lingo as [...]

USC Football: Mark Sanchez To Start Against Virginia

According to ESPN,
USC quarterback Mark Sanchez went through his first full practice Monday since dislocating his left kneecap 17 days earlier, and appears on track to start Saturday’s season-opener at Virginia.
“Oh, I think so, absolutely. Especially mentally,” Sanchez said afterward, when asked if he believes he’s ready to play. “I feel good about it. If [...]

USC Football: Ricky Rosas Gets His Rose Bowl Ring

For those who are unaware, Ricky Rosas is Coach Pete Carroll’s special assistant, and his story is extraordinary:
He is 4 feet 8. He weighs 91 pounds. He doesn’t have a driver’s license. He doesn’t have money. He can’t sign his name.
But around USC, nobody’s name has been chanted more. Nobody has been hugged more. [...]

New Jersey Legislator Calls For End Of Global Warming Scare

The Garden State has had its fair share of political problems.  First, a homosexual admits to being Governor of New Jersey, then a former driver admits to having three-way with Gov McGreevey, followed by the governor breaking the law, and his leg, in a high-speed automobile accident.  
In an encouraging turnabout a New Jersey Assemblyman, [...]

The Strongest BCS Conference: Big 12

At least according to Fox Sports, the Big 12 is the strongest conference in college football.  Randy Hill lists the BCS conferences as follows:

Big 12
SEC
PAC-10
Big Ten
ACC
Big East

Trivia About Top 25 College Football Teams

From Brian Hood at bleacher report comes a great post containing  little-known facts about the to25 college football teams:
No. 1 Georgia: Before the Bulldog became Georgia’s now famous mascot, their first unofficial mascot was a goat.  That’s right—when Georgia played its first intercollegiate game against Auburn in 1892, they introduced the ferocious goat as their [...]

Judge Halverson: Misconduct Hearing Delayed By Health Problem

The misconduct hearing for Judge Elizabeth Halverson was delayed when she

Hard Knocks Season Two: Dallas Cowboys Training Camp

The HBO sports documentary Hard Knocks returned for its second season last night, 6AUG08.  This season looks to be better than the last.  This year Hard Knocks follows the training camp of the Dallas Cowboys.  With TO, Pacman Jones, and Tony Romo in camp, there will be plenty of controversy.
Even if you are not [...]

USC Football: Sports Illustrated Cover

Three Trojans grace the cover of Sports Illustrated: Brian Cushing, Mark Sanchez, and Rey Maualuga.

yojoe Fight On!

USC No. 2 In USA Today Top 25 Coaches’ Poll Preseason 2008

The Trojans open at #2 in the 2008 USA Today Coaches’ Poll.  Ohio State comes in at #3.  This will not last for long after the Men of Troy meet the Buckeyes on 13SEP08 in LA.
The 2008 Preseason Poll:

Georgia
Southern Cal
Ohio State
Oklahoma
Florida
LSU
Missouri
West Virginia
Clemson
Texas
Auburn
Wisconsin
Kansas
Texas Tech
Virginia Tech
Arizona State
Brigham Young
Tennessee
Illinois
Oregon
South Florida
Penn State
Wake Forest
Michigan
Fresno State

yojoe Fight On!

Marine Corps May Lose New Amphibious Vehicle

The Expeditionary Fighting Vehicle (EFV), previously known as the Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAAV), was designed to replace the Assault Amphibian Vehicle (AAV) and serve as the new personnel carrier for the Marine Corps.  The EFV was intended to be a major improvement, both in speed and armament.
Now, the EFV may face the same fate [...]

Judge Elizabeth Halverson Faces Nevada Judicial Discipline Commission

Last year, the chief judge of the Nevada Supreme Court ordered Judge Elizabeth Halverson to be prohibited from entering the courthouse.  The Nevada Supreme Court ruled that the chief judge exceeded her authority in banning Judge Halverson, but was correct in removing her from the criminal docket.  Judge Halverson had a number of complaints [...]