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Someone asked earlier today if the theory of global warming has been finally discredited. I posted this clip which I think is one of the funniest scenes I have ever seen. The answer is "no." Some things never die. No matter how stupid an idea, a theory, a philosophy, it will get recycled at some point. As humans, we do not learn from the lessons of history. Often, we even fail to learn from our own personal experiences. Of course, a self-absorbed, scene-stealing actor aids and abets in these fruitless enterprises. So, I offer this pictorial tribute to Al Gore...

Alvin Junior High band member Jared Nauck has performed solos before, but the chance to play taps during military funerals will be a decidedly different experience. "I play soccer and playing taps would be like playing in the World Cup to me," the 13-year-old said. Nauck is learning the traditional military bugle call, in part, to take advantage of a new law that allows students in grades six through 12 to earn money for college. Under the new program, Nauck will receive a $25 voucher for every funeral performance that he can later redeem at state colleges and universities for...

Tom J Day Founder and President, has performed at over 500 funerals during his career, many of them at no cost to the Veterans survivors and families. What Is Bugles Across America? Bugles Across America got its start in 2000, when Congress passed legislation stating Veterans had a right to at least 2 uniformed military people to fold the flag and play taps on a CD player.Bugles Across America was begun to take this a step further, and in recognition of the service these Veterans provided their country, we felt that every Veteran deserved a live rendition of taps...