Humor: CERN confirms the Force.

CERN researchers confirm existence of the Force.

“The Force is what gives a particle physicist his powers,” said CERN theorist Ben Kenobi of the University of Mos Eisley, Tatooine. “It’s an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us; and penetrates us; it binds the galaxy together.”

Humor: April Fools’ Day

"April Fools’ Day" by Doghouse Diaries

Every year someone gets their panties in a twist over some internet prank, and I just don't get it. April 1st my motto is "trust no one."  My mother calls to ask me out to dinner, and I'm like, "Nice try bitch, but I ain't falling for it!"  ...which may explain why my family refuses to associate with me April 1st.

Link Round-Up: April 1, 2015

"Rabbit of Caerbannog" by Robert Pufahl

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After searching for the best in April Fool’s Day pranks, it’s safe to say that Japan wins.

CERN wisely distances itself from those crackpot Midichlorianites.

George R. R. Martin Has “Narrative Breakthrough” after Binge Watching LOST

io9 gives us a look back at Ye Olde Role-Playing Gags.

Jim Butcher announced that he's taking a hiatus from the Dresden Series.

ThinkGeek has come through once again! Game of Thrones Clue will provide you and your friends with hours of murder, intrigue... and fun! This game is good for 3-47 players, and a good game will probably take a whole evening. Check out this handy guide, and maybe stock up on some Groot Beer and Rocket Fuel to drink on game night!  Last year it was a Klingon Rosetta Stone (among other things) but purveyors of all things geeky, ThinkGeek, have seemingly gone the extra mile this year for their April Fools’ products. Take a look and be absolutely crushed when you can’t own the Voltron Cat Condo.

This system is much better than regular mail, and we believe it should be implemented immediately.

We would go to this exhibit whether we could see anything or not.