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By gregladen on December 19, 2009.

Asking Clarifying Questions about Evolution and Religion

Rare gorilla subspecies photographed

More animals swallowing strange stuff.

Artichoke-Crab Spread, which is a good thing to swallow.

MS Windows Takes Browser Hostage!!!

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