"First Artificial Life 'Within Months'"

Telegraph.co.uk article.

Enter Stage Left: The Fashion Industry

In order for Hollywood to compete in the Digital Age they need a total revamp of the movie-going experience—a major paradigm shift as they say. I don't know if it is going to be effective—home theatre will soon be preferred by many—but 3-D is about to get a serious makeover. Once the fashion industry jumps into the mix everyone is going to want a pair of movie sunglasses; theatres are going to get more comfortable: no more rubbing elbows with the person next to you; the popcorn will be coming to us—so will the characters on the screen.

Nostalgia

What would we do without it? Ask someone who just found out they are in the early stages of Alzheimer's and I bet they'll tell you it'll be one of the things they will miss the most. Nostalgia hurts: it's a feeling that always seems to ache the chest. When we are smart and lucky enough to take the time to feel the past—the core of what nostalgia is—it makes the heart feel heavy to the point where you need to sit down. Is there a better feeling? I don't think so.

Don't get me wrong: I love to be happy—bring on the smiles, role out the laughter—but too much of it is boring. Most of the time, I much prefer nostalgia. I seem to learn a hell of a lot more.

"LucasArts' Talks Wii Lightsaber Game"

Recently, my brother sold his Wii. I have a feeling he will be regretting this decision very soon.
LucasArts' Talks Wii
I'm not a big gamer, but the Wii is fantastically fun.

Video Vault: Damien Rice, Amie

This is the only version of the song I could find; it's absolutely remarkable where he goes with it (notice around 3:20 down to 3:09). It's no Blower's Daughter, but it's beautiful nonetheless.

Reminder

A quick reminder to the thousands of people who read my blog each day: if you are ever in the mood for a good trailer or quick book summary, the lists on the right column contain live links.

Thanks for reading. Hope to see you back tomorrow (or later in the day, of course).
B

"Google Earth Zooms In on Darfur Genocide"

Incredible.
Another related article.

Video Vault: Mr. Rogers

This will most likely be the only time I snatch a post from my brother (thanks Coop), but after weeks of reflection, stealing became the only option. This is an amazing video; for my kid's sake I sure hope we can somehow find our way back to such values:

"Study Says Eldest Children Have Higher I.Q.s"

Interesting study and an equally interesting follow-up article.

Most certainly an aberration in my family—it's actually the opposite, I believe.

Article: "Waiter, There’s Deer in My Sushi"

I'd try it as long as it's cooked (I inherited the worst stomach in the history of stomachs from my mom)