Out of the Blue [Oct 09, 2024, 10:56 am ET] – Share – Viewing Comments
So it was 28 years ago today that Blue's News officially launched on this domain following
a run as blue's Quake Rag on my home ISP! A lot has changed over the years, and
a lot has stayed the same, which is the good news, at least for some. This run
would not have been possible without the help of so many of you, and I want to
mark the occasion by offering thanks. This includes thanks to those who've
helped on the backend, including Mike and Brian at Fluxx Designs, furn, Bagpuss,
Kxmode, Walter "2" Costinak, loonyboi, and of course Frans. And thank you to
those who, despite my aversion to self promotion, helped spread the word,
including Joost Schuur, Redwood, Mike Wilson, and John Romero. In the past I've
endeavored to list all those who send in all those marvelous links, but I'll
just give a group thanks to avoid forgetting anyone else (I'm sure I've left
people out already). And last but not least, thanks very much to all of you who
visit this little corner of the gaming world, with an extra dose of gratitude
for our
supporters. Words do not suffice to express my appreciation. To celebrate
the occasion, we've rolled out Walter's special anniversary logo.
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Annual Round-up
Thanks Ant, Neutronbeam, and Max.Breakfast Link
- Fat Bear Week 2024 in Katmai has a winner - CNN. Still number one on the Colbert Threat Down.
Stories
- Hurricane Milton: Thousands evacuate as monstrous Category 5 storm closes in on Florida - AP News.
- Nobel Prize in chemistry awarded for work on proteins to David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper - CNN.
- 10 least valuable college degrees—only 1 helps grads earn over $50K - CNBC.
Science
- Why NASA is sending the Europa Clipper to search for aliens near Jupiter - Live Science.
- World First- Stem Cells Reverse Type 1 Diabetes in Clinical Trial - ScienceAlert.
- Scientists decode black widow spider venom - Phys.org.
- Scientists Uncover Hidden “Sixth Sense” in Geckos - SciTechDaily. Can see dead people who want to save 15% on their auto insurance.
Follow-up
The Funnies
Ant wrote on Oct 13, 2024, 19:08:+1Frans wrote on Oct 11, 2024, 16:42:Time to bring them back!1badmf wrote on Oct 11, 2024, 01:28:In the old days.
wait he sold tshirts before? when was this?!?
“Extinction is the rule. Survival is the exception.” -- Carl Sagan
Frans wrote on Oct 11, 2024, 16:42:Time to bring them back!1badmf wrote on Oct 11, 2024, 01:28:In the old days.
wait he sold tshirts before? when was this?!?
1badmf wrote on Oct 11, 2024, 01:28:In the old days.
wait he sold tshirts before? when was this?!?
-- Frans
I wonder at what point Blue realized this would be his career and not just fun. When the lasting power and influence was evident.
Also, +1 for shirts!
Also, +1 for shirts!
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Music for the discerning:
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http://www.hydrahead.com
http://www.painkillerrecords.com
Music for the discerning:
http://www.deathwishinc.com
http://www.hydrahead.com
http://www.painkillerrecords.com
Mr. Tact wrote on Oct 10, 2024, 11:31:Burrito of Peace wrote on Oct 10, 2024, 11:16:That would be cool. The two I bought previously got worn out.
Seriously, I would buy some BN t-shirts to help further support Blue and BN.
wait he sold tshirts before? when was this?!?
Burrito of Peace wrote on Oct 10, 2024, 11:16:That would be cool. The two I bought previously got worn out.
Seriously, I would buy some BN t-shirts to help further support Blue and BN.
“Extinction is the rule. Survival is the exception.” -- Carl Sagan
Seriously, I would buy some BN t-shirts to help further support Blue and BN.
"Just take a look around you, what do you see? Pain, suffering, and misery." -Black Sabbath, Killing Yourself to Live.
“Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains” -Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Purveyor of cute, fuzzy, pink bunny slippers.
“Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains” -Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Purveyor of cute, fuzzy, pink bunny slippers.
Congrats on making it to 28 years. Here is to hoping you are still kicking ass and taking names in another 28. My biggest complaint, you took too long to setup a way from us to send you cash.
“Extinction is the rule. Survival is the exception.” -- Carl Sagan
Congratulations! In a world where everything changes, it's comforting seeing this site still running strong. Thanks for so many years of hard work and solid reporting.
i hope to still be reading this every morning for another 28 years 
STILL my first read of the day every day!\
Happy Anniversary Blue!
STILL my first read of the day every day!\Happy Anniversary Blue!
Congrats on such a long run, and thank you for running this site! My appreciation of your curated news has only grown over the years as automated algorithms and SEO-optimized junk have taken over the internet.
Here's to another 28 years!
Here's to another 28 years!
Congratulations!
Just wanted to pipe in as a newer reader (came with the reddit api exodus) that my reason for loving this site isn't the style nor the 90s nostalgia; it's the curated news and articles. In essence its you Blue and everyone who helps submit links.
So thanks everyone!
Just wanted to pipe in as a newer reader (came with the reddit api exodus) that my reason for loving this site isn't the style nor the 90s nostalgia; it's the curated news and articles. In essence its you Blue and everyone who helps submit links.
So thanks everyone!
1badmf wrote on Oct 9, 2024, 22:27:
the year we finally get some tshirts with the blues logo on it? i think so!
Nah that's not going to happen until the 50th anniversary.
"The assumption that animals are without rights, and the illusion that our treatment of them has no moral significance, is a positively outrageous example of Western crudity and barbarity. Universal compassion is the only guarantee of morality."
the year we finally get some tshirts with the blues logo on it? i think so!
To infinity and beyond! Grats Blue and everyone! This is our place to hangout and talk games (and other stuff). 
"Listen, Peter... with great horsepower comes... the sickest drifts..." - source
Congratulations Blue! Not many things last this long on the Internet so you are clearly doing something right, and you continue to do it well. Keep up the great work and hope for many more years of Blue's News. (love the logo!)
Prez wrote on Oct 9, 2024, 16:29:
I really want to be angry at you for saying such gross things but I keep laughing too hard. Bastard.
That's the trick.
"Just take a look around you, what do you see? Pain, suffering, and misery." -Black Sabbath, Killing Yourself to Live.
“Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains” -Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Purveyor of cute, fuzzy, pink bunny slippers.
“Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains” -Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Purveyor of cute, fuzzy, pink bunny slippers.
Of course CNBC wants to dissuade people from the arts and mental health. My shocked face.
-Gothic Wizard
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https://cyberpunk-news.online/
Congratulations!
Happy Anniversary (Birthday?) Blues News! I visit daily, often twice (for morning and evening news). I'm so happy you've been able to keep it going and have maintained the sites integrity so well.
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