Beware the solar flare: Did you put on your sunscreen this morning? ;)

Following the biggest solar flare in four years earlier this week, forecasters are warning of unusually high levels of UV radiation today (Friday 18th Feb). Check out this bad boy...: In addition they are expecting disruption of GPS systems and Power Lines, so don't be surprised if your trusty Garmin...

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U2's "Claw" stage comes to life in the Mother City...

Capetonians are in for a treat tonight as they prepare to see U2 live at the Cape Town Stadium. Check out some of the logistics involved behind bringing the now famous "Claw" stage to life... Hat tip to Patricia for this ;) Related articlesU2 in Cape Town (tajcapetown.co.za) The new Cape Town...

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For the Architects and Engineers: Transparent cement, Floating elevators and more...

I am a frequent visitor to the DiscoveryNews website, and I picked up a few really interesting articles this week about transparent cement, a building with floating, zeppelin-like elevators, and a novel way for structural engineers to determine how healthy a building is using a quick visual check. Seriously...

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Mac vs. PC... another parody, just a little different this time ;)

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Remember Galaga, Tetris, Pacman etc...? Then you need to watch this... :)

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My next phone might just be a Samsung Galaxy - check out this video...

Of late I have been thinking ahead to handset upgrade time, which for me will be in about 2 months. I have up until now been a firm Nokia fan, but I have been very impressed with the new range of Android-powered Samsung Galaxy phones that are currently making waves in the industry. Check out this cool...

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Truckers strike: Non-striking drivers being beaten and vehicles being stoned in JHB...

I don't normally like being a bearer of bad news, but if you are on the roads today in Johannesburg, please be super careful as the truckers strike is on the go in full force, and in parts of JHB it has been violent. News reports have made mention of vehicles burning and being stoned around JHB, in...

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Nokia and Microsoft announce plans for a broad strategic partnership to build a new global ecosystem...

Just got this breaking news in my inbox from Nokia... Must have been what Nokia CEO Stephen Elop was talking about in my earlier blog post... Nokia and Microsoft announce plans for a broad strategic partnership to build a new global ecosystemCompanies plan to combine assets and develop innovative...

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Google Doodle - Thomas Edison would have been 164 years old today :)

Today (11 February) marks the birthday of American inventor Thomas Edison, and what better way to mark the occasion than with a good old Google doodle...: Head on over to www.google.com to see it "in motion"... Related articlesGoogle's Doodle Just Get Better; Celebrates Thomas Edison's Birthday...

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Leaked Nokia memo spells big possible shake-up for the Finns...

An internal memo (apparently authentic) leaked to Engadget earlier today, spells out the clear frustration of Nokia CEO Stephen Elop, at Nokia's inability to keep up with the competition after losing market share to the opposition in the form of Apple, Google and others. Image by luca.sartoni via Flickr I...

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Google celebrates the birthday of Jules Verne today...

Head over to www.google.co.za and check out their new logo today - it's a bit interactive since you can toggle the joystick on the right to move the image around. Keep 'em coming Google! Related articlesEarly Look, Google's Cool Interactive Jules Verne Logo Now Live (searchengineland.com) Jules Verne...

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This just in... NOKIA - All-in-one business smartphone - the Nokia E7, arriving in stores shortly

Just got this in my inbox from Nokia: Espoo, Finland - The highly anticipated Nokia E7 will begin arriving in stores in select markets this week, with broader availability building up quickly in several markets. Image by NokiaConnectZA via Flickr With its tilting 4 inch ClearBlack display, full...

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Do broken noses have magnets in them?

If you read my blog, then you will know that a few weeks ago I suffered a random seizure, resulting in a broken nose and 2 fractured vertebrae. It wasn't pleasant, and almost a month on I am still having to use painkillers fairly regularly in order to function. Regardless, life goes on and a lot of...

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People are being asked to donate money to victims of the rioting in Egypt...

Personally I think it's a pyramid scheme... :) Thx to Wolf for this piece of corn...! ...and apologies in advance to anyone affected by the situation in Egypt - let's all hope and pray that it gets sorted out soon...

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Explore virtual museums around the world, viewing artworks at amazing zoom levels... all online, all free!

Whether you are an art lover, a graphic designer, or just an average Joe, overseas travel is always something incredible, and an opportunity to be grabbed if and when it ever arrives. If, however you cannot see yourself jetting off anywhere anytime soon, but you still want to feel just a little like...

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How awesome is this album cover...? Cafe Del Mar Ibiza Vol.3: Mixed By Jose Padilla...

This one is an oldie, but I came across it recently while doing a bit of musical reminiscing, and it is one of those cover pieces of artwork that just takes me away every time I see it... Click on the image for a full size view...

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