Friday, August 21, 2009

Bizarre newt uses ribs as weapons


Bizarre newt uses ribs as weapons: "One amphibian has evolved a bizarre and gruesome defence mechanism to protect itself against predators.
When attacked, the Spanish ribbed newt pushes out its ribs until they pierce through its body, exposing a row of bones that act like poisonous barbs.
The newt has to force its bones through its skin every time it is attacked, say scientists who have described the form and function of the barbs in detail.
Yet this bizarre behaviour appears not to cause the newt any ill effects."

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

13 Things a Burglar Won't Tell You


13 Things a Burglar Won't Tell You : "Should you spend your money on a home security system? A look inside a burglar's mind might help you decide."

The 75 Albums Every Man Should Own


The 75 Albums Every Man Should Own - Esquire: "Kick off Esquire.com's Music Week with our unranked, incomplete, yet highly tasteful and informative list of the records your music collection requires. How many have you listened to?"