ET SUVs?, Captive!, -and- Sharp!

ET SUVs? - climate change hits Mars
Captive! - Boy George arrested for kidnapping
Sharp! - eviction threat over razor wire

On this day in history: April 30, 1961 - Lee Harvey Oswald, during his stay in the Soviet Union, marries hospital employee Marina Prusakova. Oswald later becomes disenchanted with Soviet life, and the couple emigrates to the United States. Even so, he never permits his wife to learn English.

Born on this day in history: April 30, 1933 - Willie Nelson (1933 - ____) musician, singer. He won Grammys for country songs "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," 1975 and "Georgia on My Mind," 1978.

Today's Video: Ghost Ride the Whip Compilation

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It was 61 degrees outside, according to Mr. Nitro's temperature probe, and 71 degrees inside my office at 7:15 AM this morning. This promises to be a warm day. The weather was fine all weekend—with temperatures reaching the low 90s.

I positioned Mr. Nitro on the front lawn Friday afternoon. When he became shaded by the tree under which I positioned him, I bathed him lovingly, using Mothers California Gold Car Wash, and dried him with a soft cotton towel. I allowed him to spend the night on the lawn. In the morning, I applied Mothers Reflections Advanced Leather Care to his leather seats. He shines!

I See Nothing, He's Alive!, -and- Brave New Schools

I See Nothing - Philadelphia shuts down psychics
He's Alive! - morticians discover "deceased" man not dead
Brave New Schools - MIT dean resigns over fraudulent credentials

On this day in history: April 27, 1986 - During a live TV special, journalist Geraldo Rivera opens Al Capone's vault beneath the Lexington Hotel in Chicago. He finds nothing inside, apart from a few empty bottles.

Born on this day in history: April 27, 1822 - Ulysses S. Grant (1822 - 1885) president (18th). He was union commander-in-chief during the Civil War; his presidency was marred, however, by several scandals.

Today's Video: Dove Video - Campaign for Real Beauty

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The wind that plagued an otherwise perfect day yesterday has abated. It was 59 degrees outside at 7:15 AM this morning, according to Mr. Nitro's temperature probe. It was 69 degrees in my office. The weatherpeople forecast a peak temperature today of 92 degrees!

Open Wide, To Serve and Protect, -and- Bummer

Open Wide - man accused of dental work in garage
To Serve and Protect - 2 California cops nabbed in Vegas brothel sting
Bummer - LAPD skid row searches unconstitutional

On this day in history: April 26, 1933 - Hermann Goering founds the Geheime Staatspolizei, otherwise known as the Gestapo. The original purpose of this "Secret State Police" is to disrupt and harass opponents of National Socialism, but it will later come to adopt many additional responsibilities.

Born on this day in history: April 26, 1933 - Carol Burnett (1933 - ____) actress, comedienne. She is one of the classic funny women who hosted her own show, "The Carol Burnett Show," 1966-77; won five Emmys.

Today's Video: Cute Dog Playing Virtual Soccer

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It is a beautiful day today: The sun is shining, the sky is blue and clear, and the birds are singing. Mr. Nitro's temperature probe indicated the outside temperature was 58 degrees at 7:15 AM this morning when I drove to my office. The temperature inside my office was 69 degrees at that time. It is forecast to be in the 80s today. It is a bit breezy, but the breeze is not uncomfortable because of the warmth of the sun.

Worms!, The Final Frontier, -and- Hic!

Worms! - Apple faces more SEC scrutiny
The Final Frontier - potentially habitable planet found
Hic! - drunk man rides horse into bar

On this day in history: April 25, 1994 - Beastie Boy Adam Horovitz (King Adrock) is sentenced to 200 hours of community service for battering a TV cameraman during the memorial service for actor River Phoenix.

Born on this day in history: April 25, 1917 - Ella Fitzgerald (1917 - 1996) jazz singer. The "First Lady of Song" was adept at improvising jazz and scat; won 13 Grammys.

Today's Video: Robot Ride

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Today promises to be the warmest day of the year—not, certainly, the warmest day of the entire year, but the warmest day to date this year. It was 68 degrees in my office when I arrived here at 7:30 AM. The temperature probe in Mr. Nitro indicated the outside temperature at that time was 57 degrees. This is the first day this year that I eschewed the heating system here at the office. It is entirely possible that later today I shall engage the air conditioning! If the weatherpeople are correct, tomorrow and days following will be warmer yet.

Corning's annual May Madness Car Show is quickly approaching. It will take place on Mothers Day weekend, Friday, May 11th, and Saturday, May 12th.

Look - up in the Sky, Tears of a Clown, -and- Keep Your Hands on the Wheel

Look - up in the Sky - scientists unearth Superman's kryptonite
Tears of a Clown - Girls Gone Wild founder cries during sentencing
Keep Your Hands on the Wheel - Corzine's driver reading email while driving

On this day in history: April 24, 1995 - The Unabomber strikes, killing a timber industry lobbyist. Gilbert Murray is killed in his Sacramento office, opening mail addressed to the man he replaced.

Born on this day in history: April 24, 1934 - Shirley MacLaine (1934 - ____) actress, dancer, writer, metaphysician. She won 1984 Oscar for "Terms of Endearment;" her books include "Out on a Limb," 1983.

Today's Video: The Day They Kicked God out of the Schools

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I found this creature lurking near Mr. Nitro when I prepared to journey to
my office this morning! Click to enlarge.