Microsoft is about to issue an emergency security update to plug a vulnerability which could allow an internet worm to be spread via a computer without the user doing anything.....Read more
Source: The Register
Thursday, 23 October 2008
Microsoft rushes out emergency Windows update
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
Non-indigenous spiders thriving across Britain
Poisonous spiders are often brought into Britain with exotic plants. But where they once died off when winter came, rising temperatures have seen colonies become established. And they're spreading......Read more
Source: The Independent
Government Plans Giant Big Brother Database
Our Governement plans to create a giant "Big Brother" database holding information about every phone call, email and internet visit made in the UK
An increasing number of influential figures from across the political spectrum have expressed growing alarm over the scale of the proposals that would give the state unprecedented access into the lives of its citizens....Read more
Source: The Independent
Monday, 13 October 2008
Radiation warning for low-energy lightbulbs
The Health Protection Agency is warning that low-energy light bulbs could give enough ultraviolet radiation to cause damage to your skin......Read more
Source: The Register
Wednesday, 8 October 2008
Google's Plan For Drunk Emailers
Google has come up with a way to stop people sending embarrassing e-mails when they are drunk - Mail Goggles......Read more
Source: Sky News
Penguins P-P-Picked Up In Brazil
Tuesday, 7 October 2008
Pet Diaries
8:00 am - Dog food! My favourite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favourite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favourite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favourite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favourite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favourite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favourite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favourite thing!
6:00 pm - Oooh, Bath . Bummer.
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favourite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favourite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favourite thing!

Day 983 of my captivity.
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.
In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.
Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am.
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means and how to use it to my advantage.
Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.
The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicating with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now................
Friday, 3 October 2008
DVLA: A licence to bill
Why worry about the government losing your data, when for a small fee they’ll cheerfully hand it over to criminals and big business anyway? .....Read more
Source: The Register