Category: Society
A Prophet Versus Islamists? What Would Muhammad Say? (2/2)
Previously, as a non-Muslim, I raised the question of the distinction between a living letter and prophet, and a dead letter and prophet. And I’m not so much attempting to intrude from the outside of Islam, to set a “program”…
A Prophet Versus Islamists? What Would Muhammad Say? (1/2)
Disclaimer: This is less “humorous” than my usual work (apart from some cheeky memes!), but is not intended as “po-faced” or “solemn.” I’m not suggesting a program or plan for Muslims or non-Muslims, satirists or non-satirists. I’m mainly trying to…
You Too Can Look Like a Real Hotshot – Just Follow These 5 Easy Steps
Whether you’ve been invited to speak at an upcoming conference, gotten the green light from a hard-to-reach publisher, or secured a coveted spot on your company’s “About Us” page, the professional bio will be a critical component of how you…
UK: No, Not All Anti-Fascists Are Equal
Unparliamentary Fanaticism The tragic fact is that in the United Kingdom, as in many other countries, there is a fascist presence. However, fascist parties are fringe organizations; not least in terms of their electoral power. Yes… over here, it is…
Like Martin Luther King, I have a dream
On January 19th, this nation will celebrate Martin Luther King Day. The iconic civil rights leader would have been 86 this year. On a swelteringly hot day in August 1963, Reverend King delivered one of the greatest oratories in American…
“Cool Hat Guy” Spotted at KFC
Seattle, WA-Local employees were abuzz yesterday when something unexpected happened. A good looking guy sporting a smooth beard and one of those cool knit Beanie hats strolled in to order some extra crispy. “This doesn’t happen here, it just doesn’t,”…
The Latest Personality Type Indicator Will Shock You
As outlined in the Breyers-Griggs Universal Spectrum® (BoGUS®) Statement of Aims and Objectives, the purpose of the popular personality test is two-fold: 1. To assist people in better understanding themselves, including their personal preferences, strengths and weaknesses, and scope of…
George Zimmerman Loses Guns, Gains 2003 Ford F-350
George Zimmerman, best known for shooting and killing the unarmed 17 year-old African-American Trayvon Martin, was back in a Seminole County Courthouse this week, having been arrested for and summarily convicted of aggravated assault for allegedly throwing a wine bottle…
Misspelled Sign Places Pep Boys in Hot Water
Portland, Oregon – Manny, Moe & Jack may soon be changing their names to Fanny, Blow & Whack following the grand opening of the newest Pep Boys store on Alberta Street in downtown Portland on Saturday morning. Prior to opening…
2014 – The Year in Review: Part II (July – December)
We continue this week with Part II of Glossy News’ Year in Review for 2014. If you missed Part I, don’t worry, you didn’t miss much, but it’s here for the curious. A couple of wars, a few natural disasters…