Wednesday, August 03, 2011

Short People, Don't Call Us, -and- To Protect and Serve

In the News Today:
  • Short People - dwarves in Philippines plan to build colony where they can live in peace
  • Don't Call Us - Pennsylvania declares free cell phones a civil right
  • To Protect and Serve - L.A. County Sheriff’s deputy is facing an internal review for endorsing Scientology while in uniform

    Technology in the News Today:
  • Apple Slapped With Another Fine for iPhone Location Tracking
  • Massive Five-Year Hack Infiltrates U.S. Govt., UN, IOC
  • Chrome 13 Adds Instant Pages, Print Preview


    On this Day in History:
    August 3, 1996 - "Macarena" by Los Del Rio hits #1 on the pop charts. The accompanying dancing disease afflicts millions before final eradication.







    Born on this Day in History: August 3, 1941 - Martha Stewart (1941 - ) Born in Nutley, New Jersey, lifestyle guru Martha Stewart began as a caterer in Westport, Connecticut. In 1991, she launched Martha "Stewart Living" magazine, which grew into a lifestyle empire. In 2005, Stewart moved to television with her successful "The Martha Stewart Show," and the reality game show "The Apprentice: Martha Stewart."





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    Video of the Day: - submitted by Cindy

    Maine Coon Cat

    Imagine my surprise when I encountered this scene at Walmart while journeying to my office this morning! Click to enlarge.