Geek Out

Please Let MGM Implode This Giant Vegas Hotel

I’m sure that there are any number of financial, municipal, even ethical reasons why MGM Resorts International shouldn’t be allowed to implode the 27-story Harmon Tower, before it’s hosted a single guest. Counterpoint: BOOOOOOOM. BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM.


August 16, 2011
Geek Out

China’s Second Aircraft Carrier Is A Hotel

China’s first aircraft carrier recently set sail in full military regalia. Its second aircraft carrier will serve a more humble purpose as a floating hotel.


May 19, 2011
News

Hidden Qaddafi Bunker Uncovered Using Twitter

Armed with an internet connection and his Twitter account, Sky New’s reporter Mark Stone uncovered the truth about a NATO airstrike that supposedly killed a number of Libyan civilians last week.


News

Accused IMF Rapist’s Electronic Hotel Key May Damn Or Save Him

Everyone’s used to the ubiquitous swiping hotel key card—but what you might not know is that your key holds a history of every time that door closes. And when you’re accused of raping the maid, this record’s important.


December 30, 2010
Entertainment

Hostel Microsoft: Where Sandals Must Be Worn In Showers Due To The Rampant Viruses

Just near “Badarad Britcolony” in India, Hostel Microsoft is opening up this weekend. Expect bars of soap carved in the shape of Windows logos, and nothing but clouds to byte at the included breakfast. [DeveloperPanda via TechCrunch]