Monday, October 08, 2007
Monday, October 01, 2007
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Deep-voiced men 'have more kids'
Latest Headlines, was the first from the left with the icon of the familiar RSS feed. Hmm what shall I read? China bans 'sexy' advertisement, nah so boring and mundane, what's wrong with those adverts man. It was many horizontal strings of letters before the sequence of Deep-voiced men 'have more kids' got registered into my brain.
Ahh this is interesting. Therefore I clicked and my iGoogle homepage morphed into the bbc news website in a matter of milliseconds by html codes. It is only correct and responsible for me, as a male and a human being, to share this interesting finding with my fellow homo sapien comrades. Disclaimer : the original article is taken from the bbc website where the link can be found above. Edits were limited to highlighting and underlining only, the sole purpose is to facilitate comprehensiveness and ease of understanding.
Men with deep voices tend to have more children than those who speak at a higher pitch, scientists say.Their finding is based on a group of hunter-gatherers in Tanzania known as the Hadza, who can be studied without bias because they use no birth control.
The Hadza still live much the same way as ancient humans didMales who hit lower notes as they talked had about two more children on average than squeaky speakers.
It fits with observations that women find masculine voices more attractive, the team reports in Biology Letters.
"There are a lot of reasons why lower pitch and reproductive success could be linked," said Coren Apicella, from the Department of Anthropology in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University, US.
Deep tones are suggestive of increased testosterone levels, which could lead females to perceive such men as better hunters and therefore better providers, she told the BBC.
"Or it could be that men with deeper voices simply start reproducing earlier. We really don't know what is behind this yet."
Sound system
Apicella's group studied the Hadza because "they provide a window into our past" - they live their lives much as our ancestors did, and their behaviours could illustrate key facets of evolution that might otherwise be swamped by modern culture.
Hadza females gather berries and dig for tubers, while the males hunt animals and collect honey. Marriages are not arranged, so that men and women choose their own spouses.
The Hadza are monogamous, but extra-marital affairs are common, and the divorce rate is high.
For the study, voice recordings were collected from 49 men and 52 women between the ages of 18 and 55.
"The experiment was really simple," said Ms Apicella. "I went to nine different camps and I'd just get them to come into my Land Rover and record them saying the word 'Hujambo', which means 'hello', into a microphone.
"I then analysed the voice and pitch, and compared it with the person's reproductive history - how many children they had had and how many were still surviving."
The results indicated the deeper the man's voice, the more likely he was to have fathered more children, she said. She added that voice pitch was not linked to child mortality.
"We found that for women, the voice pitch was not connected to reproduction."
'Hadza Olympics'
Because of the similarity which their hunter-gatherer lifestyle bears to that of our ancestors, the reproductive success of the Hadza could be indicative of the way that human beings evolved.
If females are drawn to deeper voices, this would drive selection in the population towards that trait. In other words, lower-pitched male speakers would become dominant over time.
"It's possible that vocal dimorphism has evolved over thousands of years, partly due to mate selection," explained Ms Apicella. "Perhaps at one time, men and women's voices were closer in pitch than they are today."
Her group has plans to extend its study. It is analysing data gathered from an experiment designed to test whether lower voice pitch in Hadza men really is any kind of indicator of performance.
"I set up the 'Hadza Olympics'," she said. "The tribesmen participated in lots of activities, like archery competitions, racing, hunting, etc.
"I'm going to look now at these to see if there is a link between hunting success, reproductive performance and voice pitch."
The research was undertaken with David Feinberg of McMaster University and Frank Marlowe of Florida State University.
Yeah, so this is it. Deeeep voice huh, sexaye.
A Nobel prize winner for literature. Okay, I shall resume my reading, seems quite interesting.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
–noun, plural -tus·es, -tus.
a break or interruption in the continuity of a work, series, action, etc.
Everybody seems to love this word, I can see it being plastered on the main page of many blogs. It'd be staring right into my face, and when I read on, I would find that the user still updates frequently.
So is that only a fashion statement?
Sorry bout my colour, it's random :)
Friday, September 14, 2007
Thursday, September 13, 2007
1. If you HAD to get a tattoo, where
would you want it?
- hmm, on my face.
2. If you HAD to dye your hair which
colour would you choose ?
- White, and I'm serious
3. If you HAD to get a piercing (THAT
ISN'T YOUR EARS) what would you get
pierced?
- ON MY BUTT HAHA.
4. If you HAD to change your
name...what new name would you choose?
- Elvis Presley
The "Would You?" section
1. If you could go bungee jumping,
would you?
- That would put me in high risk for blindness.
2. Would you move somewhere else, if
you could?
- Yes, to a better place that is.
3. If you were given the chance to go
to Paris, would you go?
- Paris, Paris, Paris...
4. if you found 10 million dollars,
and it was YOURS to spend, what would
you do with it?
- Buy weapons and war machinery. Wait, I think that 10 mill's not enough.
The "Let's Say" Questions
1. Let's say you see a big ship
sink...only 3 people have a chance to
survive. The 3 people are Your Best
Friend, Your Boyfriend/Girlfriend, and
a long lost friend (that you don't
know too well)...who would you save if
you HAD to choose ONLY 1 person?
- Since I have no best friend, girlfriend.
2. Let's say you became
President...what
is the first thing you would do?
- Fire all the redundant, inefficient, and degenerate civil servants.
3. Lets say you had to eat a live
tarantula for $1,000..would you?
- eee, so hairy. I prefer candy floss.
4. Let's say you could star in any
movie (made or in the works) what
movie?
- hmm, my favourite movie contact I guess
The "Favourites" section
1. Colour?
- YELLOW, and RED.
2. Current song?
- Song? I don't think that exists in my dictionary. How 'bout "piece"?
3. Shirt you own?
- eh dunno?
4. Electronic device?
- my emm-pee-threeee.
5. Movie?
- Contact, 1997, starring Jodie Foster
6. Book?
- quite a few favourites.
7. Pair of shoes?
- my beige.
8. Sandal color?
- Red grey?
9. Hair color?
- White. White hair is cool.
10. Eye color?
- Luminous, like Cyclops.
The "other stuff" section
1. What makes your bedroom unique?
- The smell? lol.
2. Who do you like?
- My girl.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
It feels wanting, when I don't see you, almost to the extent of lamentation.
My temporarily vacuous life pines for your presence, and your tender touch.
Fear not my dear, for the desires are only latent, but I hope that it does not mature like the werewolf during full moon.
Hope this colour looks fine to you.
Composing A capellas are fun, and I am happy with my primer-joke-teasing-composed-by-me one titled "To whomever it may concern", also which I have rehearsed many times with Nicole. lol. By the way I've written it for 2 singers, fun huh.
I should do more of this, maybe try SATB next time. XD
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Ebony And Ivory
Written By Sir Paul McCartney
Performed by Sir Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder
Ebony and Ivory
Live together in perfect harmony
Side by side on my piano keyboard
Oh Lord, why don't we ?
We all know that people are the same
wherever you go
There's good and bad in everyone
We learn to live, we learn to give each other
What we need to survive
Together alive
Ebony and Ivory
Live together in perfect harmony
Side by side on my piano keyboard
Oh Lord, why don't we ?
Ebony, Ivory, living in perfect harmony
Ebony, Ivory, ooh
We all know that people are the same
wherever you go
There's good and bad in everyone
We learn to live, we learn to give each other
What we need to survive
Together alive
Ebony and Ivory
Live together in perfect harmony
Side by side on my piano keyboard
Oh Lord, why don't we ?
Side by side on my piano keyboard
Oh Lord, why don't we ?
Ebony, Ivory, living in perfect harmony
Ebony, Ivory, living in perfect harmony
Ebony, Ivory, living in perfect harmony...
Haha, I think this is quite random, because I was thinking of the piano, which was made with ebony and ivory in the past.(wow what a luxury it is to be playing on ivory, must have killed many elephants because of that)
This is racial harmony okay, as you can see from the singers who correspond to the title of the song, if you get what I mean.
Ah my blog is rotting.
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Your view on yourself:
Other people find you very interesting, but you are really hiding your true self. Your friends love you because you are a good listener. They'll probably still love you if you learn to be yourself with them.The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:
You like serious, smart and determined people. You don't judge a book by its cover, so good-looking people aren't necessarily your style. This makes you an attractive person in many people's eyes.Your readiness to commit to a relationship:
You prefer to get to know a person very well before deciding whether you will commit to the relationship.The seriousness of your love:
Your have very sensible tactics when approaching the opposite sex. In many ways people find your straightforwardness attractive, so you will find yourself with plenty of dates.Your views on education
Education is very important in life. You want to study hard and learn as much as you can.The right job for you:
You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.How do you view success:
You are afraid of failure and scared to have a go at the career you would like to have in case you don't succeed. Don't give up when you haven't yet even started! Be courageous.What are you most afraid of:
You are afraid of things that you cannot control. Sometimes you show your anger to cover up how you feel.Who is your true self:
You are full of energy and confidence. You are unpredictable, with moods changing as quickly as an ocean. You might occasionally be calm and still, but never for long.Yay 2nd post in one day! Taken from http://www.quizbox.com/personality/test82.aspx
The world is being run in the wrong way.
Many shouldn't be around.
The world is being run in the wrong way.
Mother nature will amend it.
The world is being run in the wrong way.
We should change it first.
The world is being run in the wrong way.
Can we fix it?
The world is being run in the wrong way.
Are you ready for revolution?
The world is being run in the wrong way.
Let's remove the unwanted.
The world is being run in the wrong way.
We shall heal.
Saturday, July 28, 2007
Lightbulb Joke
Q: How many Raffles JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: 4 whole faculties. One to design the new bulb, one to manufacture and test it out, one to write a proposal on it and one to market it.
Q: How many Hwa Chong JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: The whole school. To compete with RJC.
Q: How many Victoria JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: The whole school. One student to screw it in and the rest to cheer and wave flags and banners to give him/her support.
Q: How many National JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They can study without light.
Q: How many Anderson JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: They’re too busy trying to be one of the top 5 JCs.
Q: How many Anglo-Chinese JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They’ll rather use all their money to employ YJC to do it for them.
Q: How many Yishun JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. Only one teacher to tell them what a light bulb is in the first place and to demonstrate how to change the light bulb. (so how do you think they’re able to change it for ACJC?)
Q: How many Catholic JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: They’ll prefer it to be darker.
Q: How many Jurong JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. Their physics is so bad that they made their macho male physics teacher cry.
Q: How many Tampines JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. Would they even bother?
Q: How many SaintAndrew JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They believe in praying for it.
Q: How many Nanyang JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They are still using oil lamps.
Q: How many Serangoon JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Huh, what litebarb?
Q: How many Pioneer JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: Heck the light bulb lah, the principal would do something about the rightbarbs. Let’s do 300 jumping jacks for not wearing the proper school attire.
Q: How many Meridian JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They are too busy trying to get promoted.
Q: How many Innova JC students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They are Innovians. They’ll find ways out of the dark.
Q: How many DHS (Senior High) students does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None. They think they are already very bright.
And I've just finished The Shadow of the Wind. An extraordinary story I can promise you, maybe I'll write a review soon.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Monday, July 23, 2007
New Blogskin
Look at my new blogskin!
Isn't it plain and nice?
Oh well, whatever you think, but I'd appreciate if you could leave a comment by clicking below.
Thanks, and goodnight!