Tuesday, September 09, 2008

Ah hell, not this thing again!

The strange case of the planet-eating black hole serves as just one example showing how grand scientific projects can lead to a collision between science fiction and science fact. The hubbub also has led some to question why billions of dollars are being spent on a physics experiment so removed from everyday life. [more]

Didn't we already have this discussion?

1 comment:

Nate said...

In the off chance they cut this thing on Wednesday and the earth is not eaten up, I think I'll watch "The Mist" to celebrate.

Of course, if the earth is gobbled, then that gets me out of mowing the yard today after work.