This post by David Byrne is very interesting. Quality-of-sound in mp3s and other digital formats has been an ongoing discussion among my friends. Some hate the fact that any quality is lost, whether or not they can even detect it. Others address the issue by only using lossless formats. And still others claim if you can't hear the difference, it really doesn't matter. Byrne has a slightly different take, and it's definitely worth a read.

Tickle Me Elmo in flames? Oh yes. And it's macabre fun. Specially the flailing and insane giggling.

I was also facinated to learn that Google has a new space weapon, and it's damn good thing they do, 'cause lo and behold, Giant Insects are invading. Thanks Google, for protecting us.

Last bit is a little tip for those of you getting rid of old digital photo cards. Make sure to wipe them before you toss or sell them! It's crazy the amount of stuff these people found on cards purchased from EBay. This info could also be of help if you damage a card or erase it by accident.