7, Feb 2009 | Commentary, Social
As humans, we’re all prone to making mistakes from time to time. For most of us… it’s often the only way we learn. Do we deserve a second (or 3rd or 4th) chance to redeem ourselves? When I say “second chance”, I’m referring to the...
4, Feb 2009 | Commentary, Social
There is nothing more awe inspiring than nature. Today I came across the image below at the [Astronomy Picture of the Day](http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap090203.html) on the NASA site. The [Crystalinks site](http://www.crystalinks.com/lenticular.html) has this...
3, Feb 2009 | Commentary, Social, Tech, Web
According to [The Vine](http://www.thevine.com.au), schools in Australia are finding ways to use iPods as a learning tool. A pilot program in which teenagers used iPods for school work has increased attendance and increased enthusiasm for homework. This comes as no...
31, Jan 2009 | Art, Social
Remember the [Etch-A-Sketch](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Etch_A_Sketch)? An Etch A Sketch is a thick, flat gray screen in a plastic frame. There are two knobs on the front of the frame in the lower corners. Twisting the knobs moves a stylus that displaces aluminum...
8, Jan 2009 | Social, Tech
Mind powers, telekinesis, “the force” … Star Wars fan or not, I think almost everyone has fantasised about having powers like those of a Jedi Warrior. Now we can! The Force Trainer, produced by Uncle Milton Industries, just made it’s debut at the...
4, Aug 2008 | Commentary, Events, Food, Social, Travel
I’m sitting at Hong Kong airport, connected via the Free WiFi service. I just had one of the best Chinese meals I’ve ever had at the Sham Shui Po district. Friends of the family (Michael, Daniel and CK) were kind enough to show me around most of the day,...