Wednesday, April 19, 2006

Confused?

Hmm here a little something to think about for those who believe in the theory of Evolution.

Evolution

The Definition:
Biological evolution, simply put, is descent with modification. This definition encompasses small-scale evolution (changes in gene frequency in a population from one generation to the next) and large-scale evolution (the descent of different species from a common ancestor over many generations).

The process by which one species evolves into another involves random heritable genetic mutations (changes), some of which are more likely to spread and persist in a gene pool than others. Mutations that result in a survival advantage for organisms that possess them, are more likely to spread and persist than mutations that do not result in a survival advantage and/or that result in a survival disadvantage.

In short the entire species gene pool is moving toward a more stable mutation to better adapt to the surroundings.


2nd Law of Thermodynamics or Law of Increasing Entropy

The Definition:
While quantity remains the same (First Law), the quality of matter/energy deteriorates gradually over time.
Entropy is a gauge of randomness or chaos within a closed system. As usable energy is irretrievably lost, disorganization, randomness and chaos increase.

So doesnt this bring about a contradiction? If every system moves toward a state of greater chaos and disorder...how does the genetic system move towards a more stable state?

Monday, April 10, 2006

Yamaha R1 injured in motorbike mishap

This is the news article, in its original form. The edited version which appeared in the Times of India today morning had a lot of useless information about an unshaven twit called John. So here is the unedited, unabridged version of the incident...the way it should have been reported

Mumbai:A Black '05 Yamaha R1 rammed into a bicycle at 11:15pm on Saturday on 16th Road at Khar.The bike, which is barely a year old, was returning from a fashion show, cruising on the sea-facing Carter Road, which stretches from Bandra to Khar, but probably failed to slow down after crossing the open stretch. According to sources the bike was on the way to Bipasha Basu's house.

According to the mechanics attending to the 1000cc Yam, the bike is "badly damaged and will be under observation for at least 24 to 48 hours"

"The bike has suffered massive injuries to the right faring but the chassis hasnt been damaged. The front fork was severely bent and took four hours to be straightened."

The bike rider has been booked for negligent driving and causing injury to man and vehicle.The rider, according to eye witnesses, was most probably drunk and could not maintain control of the bike.He slammed the brakes and skid for a few metres before colliding with the cyclist and kissing the road.

"The R1 is fine and there is nothing to worry about," said Bipasha Basu who visited the bike at the garage.The Yam, which had been on the road day and night for a fortnight under heavy traffic conditions, will have to take a break and recover from this horrific incident.

John Abraham was riding the bike.

Friday, April 07, 2006

What a Loser!!!

Just read in the Pune Times today that a 15 year old got duped in the most obvious way possible.

This dude is on his way home when a total stranger walks up to him and asks him how hes been faring in school. Forget about not talking to strangers, this kid spills the beans on how hes been an underachiever at school.

The stranger tells him that this is because his mother's jewellery is bewitched(!) and only he can exorcise the demon lest it cause him to fail. He even mentions that this demon can kill his parents at any time!!

Wow! Not only is this stranger creative but he seems to have a way with those who have a malleable mind. Right enough the dude brings the stranger all his mom's trinkets and the rest, as they say, is history!

And here I was beginning to think that our future generations were going to be smarter than us. This kinda stupidity is certainly not expected from a 15yr old.

I do hope that the dude parents dont punish him coz the embarassment he gonna face in public is punishment enough!

Wednesday, April 05, 2006

Tagged...

1.Grab the book nearest to you, turn on page 18 and find line 4:

Genesis 17:1 And when Abram was ninety years old,the LORD appeared to him and said I am the LORD almighty; walk before me and be thou perfect...

Yup..just happened to have my bible next to me :)


2. Stretch your left arm out as far as you can :

Yup, I just touched my roommate on the cheek, and hes looking at me in a wierd kinda way now.


3. What is the last thing you watched on TV?

Cricket at the Bhave's residence. I was more engrossed in eating watermelon than watching the match :p


4. Without looking, guess what time it is?

12:15 am??


5. Now look at the clock, what is the actual time?

12:55 am!! Yikes. Time sure flies when your answering wierd questions!


6. With the exception of the computer, what can you hear?

Cathode Ray Sunshine playing in my headphones, Meatloaf coming from my roommates speakers and a Buzzing from my Yahoo messenger.


7. When did you last step outside? What were you doing?

Having Tandoori and Rotisserie chicken for dinner...YUM!!!


8. Before you started this survey, what did you look at?

Some of my baby pics that my mom scanned and mailed me. Gosh I was a good looking kid....still am ;)


9. What are you wearing?

A pink frilly frock and booties. Ok im just kidding....the frock is mauve :)


10. Did you dream last night?

I dreamt that I was riding a sports bike that had the firing of a 100cc bike
and I was getting really frustrated! Then there was a major accident between two sports cars just ahead of me on the road.....and then I woke up


11. When did you last laugh?

When I killed Abhinav with a clean headshot in Counter Strike during our last game.


12. What is on the walls of the room you are in?

A poster of Vietnam War aircrafts and a poster of an Indian Air Force helicopter. My roommate is a total air-craft freak!


13. Seen anything weird lately?

Saw Jim Carrey in Ace Ventura...doesnt get any weirder than that.


14. What do you think of this quiz?

I think the quiz setter has too much free time on his/her hands.


15. What is the last film you saw?

Saw a few clips of Ace Ventura and 'V for Vendetta' in the theatre.


16. If you became a multimillionaire overnight, what would you buy?



17. Tell me something about you that I dunno.

I once put my fingers into the blade of a running fan coz I thought the blades werent moving fast enough. I was wrong!


18. If you could change one thing about the world, regardless of guilt or politics, what would you do?

Id make sure that its not compulsory to attend lectures in Pune University. This may not impact the whole world but atleast Id save a whole future generation from the torture I had to undergo.


19. Do you like to dance?

I love to dance..but only when the music thats playing is to my liking.


21. Imagine your first child is a girl, what do you call her?

Definitely Megan. Havent thought of a middle name yet.


22. Imagine yout first child is a boy, what do you call him?

Hoe does Pedro sound? Or maybe Barnabas(it means Son of Encouragement)


23. Would you ever consider living abroad?

Been there..done that.. so no point considering it.


24.What do you want GOD to say to you when you reach the pearly gates?

Well done, good and faithful servant.


25. 4 people who must also do this meme in their journal.

Sorry but I aint tagging anyone. This madness must end..what better place than here, what better time than now!