Love Hurts, Stick to It, -and- Insufficient Funds

Love Hurts - man beaten with high-heel on Waffle House Valentine's date
Stick to It - device could create real-life Spiderman
Insufficient Funds - Citigroup says Fed ordered 7-day wait on withdrawals

On this day in history: February 22, 1994 - CIA agent Aldrich Ames charged with conspiracy to commit espionage. His betrayal, starting in 1985, resulted in the executions of a good number of important undercover agents within the Soviet Union. The CIA knew without doubt there was a mole in its ranks. And though by 1989 Ames had acquired unexplainable wealth from his spying and did very little to conceal the spying, he somehow managed to evade being caught for five more years.

Born on this day in history: February 22, George Washington (1732 - 1799) Born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, George Washington was elected the first U.S. President. A natural leader, he commanded the Continental army and led American forces through the Revolution. President Washington had difficulty coping with the unruly new government and, in 1796, announced he would not run again, setting a two-term precedent.

Scripture of the Day: There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. - 1 John 4:18

Video of the Day: Jaguar Underwater Swim

Imagine my surprise when I encountered this scene while at a client's office! Click to enlarge.

Technology News
Chinese "freelancer" wrote hack code
CA passes "Amazon Tax"
Wordpress.com outage blamed on router
Boom Box: An energy breakthrough?
Mozilla patches critical flaws

Do You Want Fries with That?, Bad Parenting, -and- Wake Up!

Do You Want Fries with That? - Clinton's campaign spends $95,000 at low-end deli
Bad Parenting - baby left for 8 days without food or water
Wake Up! - laptops in sleep or hibernation mode most vulnerable to attack

On this day in history: February 22, 1994 - CIA agent Aldrich Ames charged with conspiracy to commit espionage. His betrayal, starting in 1985, resulted in the executions of a good number of important undercover agents within the Soviet Union. The CIA knew without doubt there was a mole in its ranks. And though by 1989 Ames had acquired unexplainable wealth from his spying and did very little to conceal the spying, he somehow managed to evade being caught for five more years.

Born on this day in history: February 22, 1732 - George Washington (1732–99) Born in Westmoreland County, VA, first President George Washington (1789–97) commanded the Continental army. With skill, patience and courage, he led American forces through the Revolution. A natural leader rather than thinker or orator, President Washington had difficulty coping with the unruly new government, and, in 1796, announced he would not run again, setting a two-term precedent.

Scripture of the Day: Stop trusting in man, who has but a breath in his nostrils. Of what account is he? - Isaiah 2:22

Video of the Day: Funny Cats Part 11 - submitted by Cindy

Here is a photograph of Wednesday's lunar eclipse. Click to enlarge.

It is still raining, and Mr. Nitro is still in the shop! Mr. Nitro's repairs should be completed today, and he should be ready to return home around 3:30 PM. I eagerly await swooping down upon him and returning him to my care. The weather will not so soon change. It is forecast to rain through the weekend and cease late Sunday evening.

Heat of the Moment, The Big Chill, -and- House of Filth

Heat of the Moment - moose belching blamed for climate change
The Big Chill - NYC sets record for coldest August day
House of Filth - 72 cats found in Long Beach apartment

On this day in history: August 22, 1776 - George Washington asks the Continental Congress for permission to burn New York City, to stop the city from being used to quarter troops arriving via the British fleet. It is declined, but his soldiers set 1/4th of the town ablaze on September 21.

Born on this day in history: August 22, 1920 - John Lee Hooker (1920 - 2001) blues guitarist. He was especially popular during the 1960s blues revival and influenced many early rock musicians.

Scripture of the Day: “He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all, how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?” (Romans 8:32)

Video of the Day: I Pimped My Dog - submitted by Darin

Jury selection has been completed in the Michael Vick case. Click to enlarge.

The Corning Olive Festival takes place this week, with activities and events throughout the week. For a schedule of events, consult the Calendar of North State Events.