Well, it should have been expected...

[clocketpatch]

It would appear that, if this is successful, humanity's first steps towards colonizing a new planet will be funded and planned using the magic of reality television:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mars_One

I really don't know what to think about this, but it is rather cool that it's open to anyone. So, if you want a shot at a one-way trip to Mars (and are willing to risk 33$ on the mission folding) apply now!

Comments

[thisbluespirit]

:lol: This is so the set up for an SF novel, isn't it?

/o\

[clocketpatch]

Appropriate icons are appropriate.

Of course, once they get there, they'll discover a. ice warriors, b. the remains of an omniscient and Eyqptian-theme race of space-faring pseudo-gods, c. something in the water

[thisbluespirit]

If that happens, it's to be hoped they chose the contests well...

:-)