Less Obvious Laws of the Universe One of the really great things about living in an enlightened age is the understanding that things happen for a reason. Science allows us to characterize the actions of inanimate things as conforming to a set of physical laws. We thus know, for example, that when released, large, heavy objects will fall toward a source of gravitational attraction, such as the feet of the party who dropped them. In centuries past, when this wasn't understood, people no doubt suffered crushed toes in truly disturbing numbers without ever knowing quite why it was happening. Science isn't quite as good at explaining why things which have elevated themselves to the posture of being capable of language skills, the operation of microwave ovens and designs upon public office behave as do baboons on drugs so much of the time.
Science knows when to shut up.
This page is intended for those who feel they can no longer count on science and know full well that God has taken one look at the situation, changed her name and left with no forwarding address. It enumerates the less obvious laws of the universe. At least, it enumerates my collection of them. Your mileage may vary. You're invited to send us some e-mail with your comments.