Monthly Archives: November 2011

Calgary (Alberta, Canada) Windstorm (Videos)

Posted on November 30, 2011 by benvitalis

Calgary Windstorm: Strong Winds Flip Transport Truck Over On Highway There was probably good reason why authorities warned people to stay off the roads during Sunday’s windstorm in southern Alberta. Downtown Calgary was closed to traffic because of falling and … Continue reading →

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Daniel E. Moore Political Protest Song

Posted on November 29, 2011 by benvitalis

“The present system is not sustainable and I am determined to wake up the educated idiots in DC,” says social activist and USAF veteran Daniel E. Moore in his revolutionary, thought-provoking political protest song. His toe-tapping, country style anthem is … Continue reading →

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Glenn Greenwald: Is Obama Fulfilling the Neocon Dream of Mass Regime Change in Muslim World?

Posted on November 28, 2011 by benvitalis

When former cheerleaders of war, former warmongers and former war-supporting journalists suddenly become anti-war, it makes me suspicious. It often seems that, for such people, being anti-war is little more than a cynical posture, a way of scoring points by … Continue reading →

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Videos: Cats vs. iPads: The Ultimate Showdown

Posted on November 27, 2011 by benvitalis

(1) The cat Murray plays with his favorite app (2) Patrick, the cat, wants to catch the laser but his laziness stop him. Starring: Patrick “TheEmptyHead” Cat and iPad App: GameForCats (3) White Tiger Plays iPad – Game for Cats … Continue reading →

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#OccupyEverywhere : Michael Moore, Naomi Klein on Next Steps for the Movement Against Corporate Power

Posted on November 26, 2011 by benvitalis

DemocracyNow Special: Occupy Everywhere How does the Occupy Wall Street movement move from “the outrage phase” to the “hope phase,” and imagine a new economic model? Read more…. Occupy Everywhere: Michael Moore – Nation Panel Nov. 24 >> The Shocking … Continue reading →

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2 Political Songs by Manu Chao: Desaparecido y Clandestino

Posted on November 26, 2011 by benvitalis

Lyrics: Me llaman el desaparecido Cuando llega ya se ha ido Volando vengo, volando voy Deprisa deprisa a rumbo perdido Cuando me buscan nunca estoy Cuando me encuentran yo no soy El que está enfrente porque ya Me fui corriendo … Continue reading →

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Insane Black Friday Shoppers

Posted on November 26, 2011 by benvitalis

Happy Corporate Holidays, America! Never mind early-bird specials. Night-owl deals may now define Black Friday. Retailers, jockeying for sales amid forecasts of tepid growth, opened their doors as early as 9 p.m. Thursday. And consumers, despite pessimism about the economy, … Continue reading →

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Movie Mall Scenes

Posted on November 26, 2011 by benvitalis

Time to enjoy a day at the mall that doesn’t involve parking. Scenes From A Mall (1991) On their 16th anniversary a married couple’s trip to a Beverly Hills mall becomes the stage for personal revelations and deceptions. IMDb Dawn … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving: Facts, Myths, Tips and Trivia

Posted on November 25, 2011 by benvitalis

How to cut a turkey the Republican way: give 1% of your guests 99% of the meat ~ Andy Borowitz Happy Thanksgivings Everyone! … It’s time to put aside our differences and hit the pause button on everyday life to … Continue reading →

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Rick Santorum Makes Shocking Claim On Racial, Religious Profiling

Posted on November 23, 2011 by benvitalis

In the most recent Republican debate, Rick Santorum endorsed racial profiling to prevent terrorist attacks, specifying Muslims and younger men. Opponent Ron Paul expressed his disagreement with Santorum’s stance. “Obviously, Muslims would be someone you look at, absolutely,” said former … Continue reading →

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