(This is the Online column, written for The Southland Times) Before I start, I should point out that contrary to popular opinion, I’m not a violent person. Sure, I make no secret of my desire to become a Taser-owner and I’ve been known to beat the occasional wayward reporter with a rolled up newspaper (hello […]
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No big deal: Our planet is a mere blip. There’s a link that has been doing the rounds via e-mail lately that might just put it all in perspective. If you’ve ever pondered your place in the universe, the size of our world might depress you. In the scheme of things, Earth is a
Woohoo, it looks like I’ve finally got something to blame my poor memory on. An Auckland University study reckons that having a drink or two might just enhance your memory and can even help Alzheimer’s sufferers. I wonder if that means I can request a bottle of Drambuie with the next office stationery order?
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All together now: Awwwww… It’s time for another warm, fuzzy moment. It’s a tale of love that crosses the boundaries of colour, religion and species. Um, and no, there’s nothing kinky about it. It’s the tale of a lonely little monkey and his best buddy — a pigeon.
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(This is the Online column, written for The Southland Times) I know I’m not the most politically correct person you’re ever likely to meet. However, the intolerance of others makes me … er … intolerant. For some reason, I’ve had three people forward me an e-mail newsletter for what is, it claims, some kind of
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Kiwi gamers were the first in the world to get their hands on the latest chapter in the most popular Xbox game. The hugely anticipated Halo 3 was finally launched at 12.01 yesterday morning. Harvey Norman Invercargill computer proprietor Rachel Bryce said at least 45 people turned up at midnight for the release, and the
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(This is the Online column, written for The Southland Times) Did everyone polish up their parrots yesterday? No, polishing your parrot is not a euphemism for something you shouldn’t do it public. Yesterday marked the annual Talk Like A Pirate Day, an event that is fast becoming a favourite. Hey, with pirates like Johnny Depp,
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(This is the Online column, written for The Southland Times) I’m sure my clever readers don’t need to be told that this week is Privacy Awareness Week. However, online privacy is a huge issue (even for the well-informed) so this week is probably a good time to double check your own methods of protecting your
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