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Kuwait Election “Process”
Apr 28th
So for a foreigner like myself, the Kuwait election process seems a bit like a circus. At last count, there were 300+ candidates, hoping for 50 seats, across 5 constituencies. That’s not the circus bit; in almost any democracy there are more candidates than seats. The circus bit is how the election “process” is actually taking place, namely:
World of Warcraft – The Return
Apr 27th
Facebook Chat
Apr 23rd
Today when I logged into facebook I found a new bar at the bottom of my home screen; and a nice popup telling me about the new facebook chat feature (which I think is a great idea).
They are currently beta testing the service and if you don’t see a bar it because you were not selected for testing.
Auto Ads
Apr 23rd
I found these when searching the web for some art inspiration. All I can say is — I love it!
Thawte Is Ready for Mars
Apr 23rd
Thawte is a company that provides security and identity solutions (things like SSL certificates); and one of their products is a free email certificate; which allows you to sign and encrypt emails for added assurance.
Never satisfied with their Earthly customers, its apparent that Thawte is looking beyond the final frontier in attracting customers; and to verify their identities — notaries are also accepted from beyond this world.
Giordano Plaza Update
Apr 19th
So it seems that Giordano is just remodeling and not closing shop, as I had previously guessed.
N95 8GB Software Update
Apr 19th
Just thought I would add a quick note that there is a software update (20.0.016 as in the screenshot above) available for all you N95 8GB users. You can save yourself the 5 KD or whatever is charged these days by downloading the Nokia Software Updater (free) and then connecting your phone.
Trip Along The Beach
Apr 19th
It was so lovely outside today — just the right amount of sun; and despite the dust, there were a lot of families enjoying the breeze out by Gulf Road. After my lunch at Applebee’s I decided to walk out a bit (since I pigged out on the dessert — damn you temptation!) and I snapped a few photos along the way.
By the way, Applebee’s has some excellent coffee — I was shocked at the quality and had to get a second helping.
It Had To Happen
Apr 19th
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A St. Petersburg rooster who used to herald the new day was silenced after a man allegedly fatally shot the bird.
Eric Nicastro, 33, took a BB gun and went after the young auburn c.ck Saturday morning, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. He later upgraded to a handgun and chased the rooster into a neighbor’s yard.
After shots were fired, a neighbor said she heard Nicastro say: “I got him!”
Sheriff’s spokesman Jim Bordner said Nicastro then threw the rooster’s body into a creek.
Witnesses called authorities. Deputies who responded to the scene saw Nicastro toting a gun. He was cited for improper exhibition of a firearm and given a warning for trespassing. The state attorney’s office will decide whether to charge him.
It’s unclear who owned the rooster. A phone listing for Nicastro could not be located Sunday.
Never, underestimate the power of sleep deprivation.
Storm Warning
Apr 17th
In case you have not heard there is an official warning about the weather. Apparently today in the evening (possibly after 5 PM) the weather is supposed to get nasty. Stay in doors and avoid coastal regions. Lets hope its not as bad as the last time. You can keep up with the happenings at q8weather.com.