The simple explanation for demonic possessions...
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Why Futurama is awesome...
Say that you have multiple objects that can switch inherent properties. However, once 2 objects have switched, they can not switch again. Is there a way that all objects can regain their original inherent properties? Let's ask Futurama. Read the original here.
Futurama Writer Invented A New Math Theorem Just To Use In The Show
Casey Chan[1]
. By routine verification i. e. σ reverts the k-cycle and leaves x and y switched (without performing
Futurama Writer Invented A New Math Theorem Just To Use In The Show
Casey Chan[1]
A writer for Futurama created a brand new math theorem based on group theory to explain a plot twist in the show. That is like, going way beyond the call of duty, dude.
Ken Keeler, the Futurama writer behind the theorem, actually has a PhD in math, so this was probably just a walk in the park for him. But for the rest of us non math geniuses, his theorem was used to explain a problem with an invention that let characters switch bodies. In the show, you can only switch bodies once with the same pair of people, so they needed an equation to prove that with enough switching bodies around, everyone will eventually end up as who they really are. Insert: funny jokes, robot humor and black comedy and mix accordingly.
Keeler's theory would mathematically put everybody in the right place so that all could be right in the Futurama world. Without Keeler's work, Bender's brain might have ended up in Amy's body forever! Which, to think about, actually might not be such a bad thing. I'm no Keeler so I can't explain his theory but you can check out the proof in full here[2]. [TheInfosphere.org[3] via Geekosystem[4]]
References
^ Click here to read posts written by Casey Chan (gizmodo.com)
^ here (theinfosphere.org)
^ TheInfosphere.org (theinfosphere.org)
^ Geekosystem (www.geekosystem.com)
Ken Keeler, the Futurama writer behind the theorem, actually has a PhD in math, so this was probably just a walk in the park for him. But for the rest of us non math geniuses, his theorem was used to explain a problem with an invention that let characters switch bodies. In the show, you can only switch bodies once with the same pair of people, so they needed an equation to prove that with enough switching bodies around, everyone will eventually end up as who they really are. Insert: funny jokes, robot humor and black comedy and mix accordingly.
Keeler's theory would mathematically put everybody in the right place so that all could be right in the Futurama world. Without Keeler's work, Bender's brain might have ended up in Amy's body forever! Which, to think about, actually might not be such a bad thing. I'm no Keeler so I can't explain his theory but you can check out the proof in full here[2]. [TheInfosphere.org[3] via Geekosystem[4]]
References
^ Click here to read posts written by Casey Chan (gizmodo.com)
^ here (theinfosphere.org)
^ TheInfosphere.org (theinfosphere.org)
^ Geekosystem (www.geekosystem.com)
First let π be some k-cycle on [n] = {1 ... n} WLOG [without loss of generality] write: represent the transposition that switches the contents of a and b. By hypothesis π is generated by DISTINCT switches on [n]. Introduce two "new bodies" {x,y} and write
π = 1 2 ... k k+1 ... n
2 3 ... 1 k+1 ... n
Let π* = 1 2 ... k k+1 ... n x y
2 3 ... 1 k+1 ... n x y
For any i=1 ... k let σ be the (l-to-r) series of switchesσ = ( ... ) ( ... ) () ()
Note each switch exchanges an element of [n] with one of {x,y} so they are all distinct from the switches within [n] that generated π and also from π* σ = 1 2 ... n x y
1 2 ... n y x i. e. σ reverts the k-cycle and leaves x and y switched (without performing ).
NOW let π be an ARBITRARY permutation on [n]. It consists of disjoint (nontrivial) cycles and each can be inverted as above in sequence after which x and y can be switched if necessary via , as was desired.
NOW let π be an ARBITRARY permutation on [n]. It consists of disjoint (nontrivial) cycles and each can be inverted as above in sequence after which x and y can be switched if necessary via
Chris Meloni leaves L&O: SVU
Read the original from E! here.
Chris Meloni Leaves Law & Order: Special Victims Unit After 12 Seasons
Farewell and thank you, Detective Elliot Stabler.
Christopher Meloni[1], who has played the short-fused, well-muscled sex-crimes detective for 12 seasons on NBC's Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, will not returning for season 13. Meloni's rep told us, "It is true—12 great years and time for the next chapter."
MORE: NBC News: Chuck Survives to Spy Another Day, Chris Meloni Hasn't Renewed SVU Contract Yet[2]
Meloni's partner-in-crime Mariska Hargitay[3] will be back for season 13. She will reportedly be on the special-victims beat full-time for the first 13 episodes of the season, and then step back to part-time status as her character, Detective Olivia Benson, gets a promotion to a more senior, less featured position in the police department.
Meloni's costar Ice T tweeted[4] in reaction to the news, "Honestly.. The news about Chris today was a BOMB to me too! Sad. But you never know what to expect in this TV bizz.... Stay tuned."
The departure of Meloni and the diminished role for Hargitay on SVU this year are two more nails in the coffin of NBC's epic Law & Order franchise. The original Law & Order shut down last season after 20 years, Law & Order: Los Angeles was canceled this year after just one season, and the 10th and final season of Law & Order: Criminal Intent is now airing on USA Network.
How do you guys feel about this news? What do you want for Benson and Stabler as they finish their run on the series? Hit the comments.
References
^ Christopher Meloni (www.eonline.com)
^ MORE: NBC News: Chuck Survives to Spy Another Day, Chris Meloni Hasn't Renewed SVU Contract Yet (www.eonline.com)
^ Mariska Hargitay (www.eonline.com)
^ tweeted (twitter.com)
Read more: http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/watch_with_kristin/b243772_chris_meloni_leaves_law_order_special.html#ixzz1NN48Nhmn
Chris Meloni Leaves Law & Order: Special Victims Unit After 12 Seasons
Farewell and thank you, Detective Elliot Stabler.
Christopher Meloni[1], who has played the short-fused, well-muscled sex-crimes detective for 12 seasons on NBC's Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, will not returning for season 13. Meloni's rep told us, "It is true—12 great years and time for the next chapter."
MORE: NBC News: Chuck Survives to Spy Another Day, Chris Meloni Hasn't Renewed SVU Contract Yet[2]
Meloni's partner-in-crime Mariska Hargitay[3] will be back for season 13. She will reportedly be on the special-victims beat full-time for the first 13 episodes of the season, and then step back to part-time status as her character, Detective Olivia Benson, gets a promotion to a more senior, less featured position in the police department.
Meloni's costar Ice T tweeted[4] in reaction to the news, "Honestly.. The news about Chris today was a BOMB to me too! Sad. But you never know what to expect in this TV bizz.... Stay tuned."
The departure of Meloni and the diminished role for Hargitay on SVU this year are two more nails in the coffin of NBC's epic Law & Order franchise. The original Law & Order shut down last season after 20 years, Law & Order: Los Angeles was canceled this year after just one season, and the 10th and final season of Law & Order: Criminal Intent is now airing on USA Network.
How do you guys feel about this news? What do you want for Benson and Stabler as they finish their run on the series? Hit the comments.
References
^ Christopher Meloni (www.eonline.com)
^ MORE: NBC News: Chuck Survives to Spy Another Day, Chris Meloni Hasn't Renewed SVU Contract Yet (www.eonline.com)
^ Mariska Hargitay (www.eonline.com)
^ tweeted (twitter.com)
Read more: http://www.eonline.com/uberblog/watch_with_kristin/b243772_chris_meloni_leaves_law_order_special.html#ixzz1NN48Nhmn
Monday, May 23, 2011
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Monday, May 16, 2011
The Next LOST?
JJ Abrams, Jorge Garcia, Sam Neill....although the question is...will FOX cancel it after 1 year because they always do?
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Stop! In the name of the law...
Dude...I wonder what the deal was...I think the NHL would even have a problem with that hit...
see more Gifs
see more Gifs
Monday, May 9, 2011
New Movie: Colombiana
From the producer and writer of Taken, and the Director of Hitman (and upcoming Taken 2), Zoe Saldana wrecks shop all over.
Friday, May 6, 2011
Shopping Deal! 2 Movie Tix, 2 Drinks, and Popcorn for $18
If you're in Ann Arbor, check out this deal. 2 tickets, 2 drinks, and popcorn for a movie at the old Showcase (now Rave theaters) for $18...
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Taken 2 News!
via Variety.com:
Fox takes 'Taken 2'
Liam Neeson starrer secures distribution deal
By ELSA KESLASSY, JOHN HOPEWELL
PARIS -- Twentienth Century Fox has come on board to distribute EuropaCorp's Liam Neeson starrer "Taken 2" in North America and most overseas territories.
Luc Besson said today at a presser that Fox had nabbed the rights for the world, except for France, Germany, parts of Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Benelux.
"EuropaCorp has retained rights to these territories and has already pre-sold them," EuropaCorp's head of international sales Marie-Laure Montironi told Variety.
The German release will be handled by Universum, with which EuropaCorp recently inked an output deal. EuropaCorp will distribute the film in Gaul.
Fox had teamed with EuropaCorp on Pierre Morel's "Taken," which was budgeted at $25 million and turned into a mega hit. Pic topped the U.S. box office over Super Bowl weekend in 2008 and went on to take $145 Stateside and $226.8 million worldwide.
Besson also announced French helmer Olivier Megaton was set to helm the film.
Pic marks Megaton's third feature film. His latest, "Colombiana," a high-voltage revenge actioner toplining Zoe Saldana, will bow in Gaul on August 3. Tristar Pictures will handle the U.S. release.
Megaton previously helmed Jason Statham starrer "Transporter 3."
Contact the variety newsroom at news@variety.com
Fox takes 'Taken 2'
Liam Neeson starrer secures distribution deal
By ELSA KESLASSY, JOHN HOPEWELL
PARIS -- Twentienth Century Fox has come on board to distribute EuropaCorp's Liam Neeson starrer "Taken 2" in North America and most overseas territories.
Luc Besson said today at a presser that Fox had nabbed the rights for the world, except for France, Germany, parts of Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Benelux.
"EuropaCorp has retained rights to these territories and has already pre-sold them," EuropaCorp's head of international sales Marie-Laure Montironi told Variety.
The German release will be handled by Universum, with which EuropaCorp recently inked an output deal. EuropaCorp will distribute the film in Gaul.
Fox had teamed with EuropaCorp on Pierre Morel's "Taken," which was budgeted at $25 million and turned into a mega hit. Pic topped the U.S. box office over Super Bowl weekend in 2008 and went on to take $145 Stateside and $226.8 million worldwide.
Besson also announced French helmer Olivier Megaton was set to helm the film.
Pic marks Megaton's third feature film. His latest, "Colombiana," a high-voltage revenge actioner toplining Zoe Saldana, will bow in Gaul on August 3. Tristar Pictures will handle the U.S. release.
Megaton previously helmed Jason Statham starrer "Transporter 3."
Contact the variety newsroom at news@variety.com
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
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