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-November 6, 2009
disgraceful parents
Well, without a doubt, almost anything involving a kid (or even worse, kids) would get the attention. An ordinary issue or accident would suddenly become a state-wide headline once a child is involved. Even if a school kid run... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Nov 2009 11:01 PM | read this entry
October 25, 2009
pouring rain
Initially, I planned to take part of today's Seven Bridges Walk. I registered it. However, the sky (or the god, to Catholics) said that I should stay at home. Not long after the breakfast on the bridge event, it... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Oct 2009 8:14 PM | read this entry
October 17, 2009
still not allowed
I've been trying very hard on telling Don that race is still a big issue (which he refuses to acknowledge that). Here's the latest news from United States of America: an interracial (black and white)'s marriage license was denied. AN... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Oct 2009 11:02 PM | read this entry
October 15, 2009
finally, contactless payment is coming to Australia
According to this news article, after an 18-month trial, the contactless payment will be available in Australia for transactions less than $100 (AUD). About 2,000 contactless terminals from Commonwealth Bank, 2,500 terminals from National Australia Bank and 350 units from... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Oct 2009 10:11 PM | read this entry
October 12, 2009
it costs $14,000 to die
Got ripped-off? Prepare to get R.I.P.ed -off. We all know that living cost is not cheap these days, but can you believe it costs quite a fair bit just to die? According to this news report, it costs more than... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Oct 2009 11:07 PM | read this entry
October 11, 2009
a sad news to Boyzone fans
Today's important entertainment news: Boyzone member Stephen Gately has died suddenly while on holiday in Spain. According to the news report, Gately went to sleep after a night out but failed to wake up. Stephen Gately publicly announced his... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Oct 2009 10:44 PM | read this entry
October 8, 2009
Woolworths' new logo look too Apple-ish?
Recently, Australia's supermarket giant Woolworths has gone through rebranding, this includes the change of logo. Somehow, Apple Inc. (the Apple Inc. Don hates) thinks that the new logo is too similar to Apple's logo. Apple has lodged a complaint... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Oct 2009 11:27 PM | read this entry
October 2, 2009
Michael Jackson was healthy
Today's important headline - Michael Jackson was healthy at time of his death, despite of some frail looking photos. According to this morning's Sunrise, his weight was in the normal range for his height, his heart was strong. There was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Oct 2009 12:26 PM | read this entry
September 28, 2009
report says: Australian Police are racist
Aren't we already know that if you weren't born white, you would be likely be targeted by security guards, polices etc... The Australian reported that Police are racist targeting black youth (young Aborigines). A groundbreaking study by the Australian Institute... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Sep 2009 10:29 AM | read this entry
September 27, 2009
there were 12 Apostles
Now, only 7 Apostles remaining. According to this news report, another Apostle had fallen few days ago. The Twelve Apostles, although the name, now only have 7 remaining. Well, one day, all 12 Apostles will be gone. The Twelve Apostles... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Sep 2009 9:35 AM | read this entry
September 25, 2009
another red sky coming
The red sky day caused by dust storm on Wednesday is likely to repeat again according to Bureau of Meteorology. The interesting about dust storm is... it was not really an evidence of climate change, it happened before, but quite... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Sep 2009 8:55 PM | read this entry
September 23, 2009
red sky day
Not the beautiful sunset scenery photos you expect see in places like beautiful Boston, picturesque Quincy or historic Rochester. People in Sydney woke up in red sky this morning. (The sky is still reddish at time of writing) The... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Sep 2009 8:53 AM | read this entry
September 21, 2009
solution for not enough power
Apparently, the electricity companies can't generate enough electricity for NSW's growing population. So they have a plan to save the usage and punish the public at the same time: increase the price. According to Energy Australia, average household currently pays... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Sep 2009 10:28 AM | read this entry
September 12, 2009
trading hours
Today's sad news for those who love window shopping. The NSW Government has a new State laws to stop big shops forcing staff to work on public holidays such as Christmas, Easter and ANZAC Day. In the future, medium to... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Sep 2009 10:03 PM | read this entry
September 6, 2009
the week it was, 6th September 2009
Two months after his death, the King of Pop Michael Jackson has finally been laid to rest at a private service. Victorian Government Minister Tim Holding has been found alive. NSW Health Minister Mr John Della Bosca (who is married)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Sep 2009 8:20 PM | read this entry
September 4, 2009
finally laid to rest
After 10 weeks since superstar Michael Jackson's death, the family finally agreed to let the King of Pop at rest at a private funeral at the Forest Lawn cemetery where also the final resting place for many celebrities. It... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Sep 2009 10:20 PM | read this entry
August 31, 2009
more 3G areas with Vodafone
An exciting news for Vodafone users, Vodafone's 3G coverage upgrade has been completed, according to Australian IT. Previously Vodafone’s network only reached 80 per cent of the population but the upgrade has extended coverage to Kununurra in WA, Port Douglas... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 Aug 2009 9:24 PM | read this entry
August 30, 2009
the week it was, 30th August 2009
The legendary and long-time US Senator from Massachusetts Ted Kennedy passed away on Tuesday. He suffered a seizure last year. Ted Kennedy was born in beautiful Boston and had his public funeral today in beautiful Boston today before his final... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Aug 2009 6:26 PM | read this entry
August 26, 2009
just like American cops, racist NSW Polices targets non-white
Just the famous white American police, NSW Police bashes and insults Lebanese drivers. Evidenced by police's own video recording. A law abiding tax paying Lebanese driver Jamal Ejaidi stopped within 30 seconds of police pursuit, then the power abusive NSW... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Aug 2009 5:20 PM | read this entry
August 25, 2009
Michael Jackson had a tad too much Propofol
Today's news headline from this morning's Sunrise (on Channel 7) and tonight's ET (Entertainment Tonight on Channel Go!): Michael Jackson had lethal level of Propofol. Propofol is a surgical anesthetic used to put patients under for surgery in intense... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Aug 2009 7:14 PM | read this entry
August 23, 2009
the week it was, 23rd August 2009
Abdel Baset al-Megrahi has released from jail and returned to his homeland. He was convicted of his part in bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland back in 1988. He was sentenced to life imprisonment, but released on... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Aug 2009 10:54 PM | read this entry
August 16, 2009
the week it was, 16 August 2009
An aircraft crashed in Kokoda Trail, Indonesia, killed 13 people including 9 Australians. Rugby star Greg Inglis is sacked after the insulting incident. Britain faced the biggest jewelry heist. The robbers ran off with more than $77 million worth of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Aug 2009 9:04 PM | read this entry
August 9, 2009
the week it was, 9 August 2009
Sorry for no The Week It Was last Sunday, there was no The Week It Was on last Sunday's Weekend Sunrise. Police uncovered and arrested five suicide terrorists of Somali and Lebanese backgrounds on the past Tuesday morning. They planned... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Aug 2009 11:07 PM | read this entry
August 6, 2009
digital radio switches on
Digital radio switches on today. A move towards better sound quality and more information. To receive digital radio, you will need a new digital radio receiver, of course. It will set you back for at least $140. The good news... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Aug 2009 10:24 PM | read this entry
August 4, 2009
Jackson kids custody settled
According to this morning's Sunrise, the custody court case of Michael Jackson's kids were settled smoothly, the deal between Katherine Jackson and Debbie Rowe was signed off by the judge. Michael Jackson's mother Katherine Jackson gets permanent custody of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Aug 2009 3:16 PM | read this entry
August 2, 2009
chook in court
Today's big news - a chicken named Mr Clucky was the centrepiece of the court battle in Miami. Authorities there want Mr Clucky out, but Mr Clucky is a celebrity rooster and Miami Beach tourist favorite. Mr Clucky's owner Mark... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Aug 2009 11:11 PM | read this entry
July 31, 2009
Katherine Jackson gains full permanent custody
Late superstar Michael Jackson's mother Katherine Jackson gets permanent custody of late King of Pop's three children after agreeing a deal with the singer's ex-wife, US media reports said today. The agreement - which averts the possibility of an... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 Jul 2009 12:51 PM | read this entry
July 26, 2009
the week it was, 26 July 2009
Sorry for no The Week It Was last Sunday, there was no The Week It Was on last Sunday's Weekend Sunrise. There was a bomb attack by terrorists in Indonesia, three Australians confirmed dead. America celebrated the 40th anniversary of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jul 2009 10:27 PM | read this entry
July 12, 2009
the week it was, 12 July 2009
The world said goodbye the greatest entertainer that ever lived. Michael Jackson's memorial service was truly touching. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd was pushing carbon capture and storage in a global economic forum in Italy. (Click the screen shot above... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Jul 2009 8:43 PM | read this entry
July 8, 2009
Long Live The King
Today, the world paused to remember the extraordinary life of Michael Jackson. It was a beautiful Memorial Service for Michael Jackson this morning. As expected, I stayed up all night, watching all the special programmes on Michael Jackson, as... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Jul 2009 5:42 PM | read this entry
July 7, 2009
get your tissue box and heater ready
Prepare your tissue box and heater ready for tonight's Michael Jackson coverage, starting at 11.15pm on Channel Nine (Nine's Late News), then at 11.45pm The Latest on Michael Jackson, then at 12.35am Michael Jackson: What Really Happened, and 1.30am:... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 Jul 2009 10:51 AM | read this entry
July 5, 2009
the week it was, 5 July 2009
The news for this past week was without a doubt, Michael Jackson news. Michael Jackson's will and full dress rehearsal for his This Is It tour were released, the rehearsal took just 36 hours before Michael Jackson's sudden death.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Jul 2009 8:15 PM | read this entry
July 2, 2009
no Neverland public and private viewing
Today's news headline, Official Statement from Jackson Family: Contrary to previous news reports, the Jackson family is officially stating that there will be no public or private viewing at Neverland. Plans are underway regarding a public memorial for Michael Jackson,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Jul 2009 1:13 PM | read this entry
June 28, 2009
the week it was, 28 June 2009
We all know the headline of this past week - the sudden death of the ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson on Friday morning (Sydney time). Michael Jackson was 50. Other news, continued from last Friday, opposition accused Prime Minister... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Jun 2009 7:58 PM | read this entry
June 26, 2009
a sad news: Michael Jackson has passed away
Breaking News A shocking news this morning, there are unofficial reports (unconfirmed) that King of Pop Michael Jackson has died at age of 50, presumably of cardiac arrest. There's no exact cause of the death. (at time of original... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jun 2009 8:15 AM | read this entry
June 21, 2009
the week it was 21st June 2009
Prime Minister has ordered Federal Police to investigate the alleged "utegate" scandal. (Opposition Leader claimed to have emails sent from Mr Rudd's Office that to a treasury official suggesting Queensland car dealer John Grant should be given priority in a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jun 2009 11:16 PM | read this entry
June 16, 2009
how stupid you report police officer's sister a shoplifter; disgraceful Qld Police
Well, we all know the reputation of Queensland's Police Officers. They have no problem bashing innocent law abiding tax paying citizens with excessive forces, they also enjoyed raiding houses for fun. Obviously, Police Officers here do not have good reputations... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Jun 2009 3:19 PM | read this entry
June 14, 2009
the week it was 14th June 2009
Swine flu has been declared a global pandemic after the outbreak here in Australia. Hundreds of young Indian men have rallied in Sydney after a racial attack. One guy got beaten by three guys. Police has launched a crackdown on... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Jun 2009 10:16 PM | read this entry
June 7, 2009
the week it was 7th June 2009
Not on the video, the uncanny, unethical and unwarranted insult on those innocent individuals and their families from taxpayer funded ABC's disgraceful Chaser Team has finally made their first ever apology. The disgraceful Chaser Team made fun on terminally... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 Jun 2009 9:01 PM | read this entry
May 31, 2009
the week it was 31 May 2009
Two more passengers from Pacific Dawn (cruise ship) have tested for swine flu after being allowed to disembark in Sydney. Opposition leader Malcolm Turnbull has been listed on BRW's rich list, the 182nd richest Australian, and the richest in Parliament.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 May 2009 8:38 PM | read this entry
May 24, 2009
the week it was 24 May 2009
Southern east Queensland hit the flood emergency. Then, northern New South Wales also hit by flood. A second case of swine flu has been diagnosed in Australia. An Australian woman has been returned from Thailand after being allegedly stealing a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 May 2009 9:52 PM | read this entry
May 21, 2009
white police bashing black, still
The famous arrest of Rosa Parks on her refusal to vacate her seat for the whites happened in Alabama in 1955. This recently released video shows the incident happened just last year. An unconscious black driver (Anthony Warren) who was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 May 2009 10:05 PM | read this entry
May 17, 2009
the week it was 17th May 2009
Matthew Jones has been stood down by both Channel Nine (one of the Footy Show hosts) and the Melbourne Storm by his involvement in a group-sex scandal seven years ago. Treasurer Wayne Swan delivered bad news for the recession. Australian... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 May 2009 11:35 PM | read this entry
May 10, 2009
the week it was 10 May 2009
One Australian has confirmed the first person infected with swine flu, authorities are trying to locate the woman. She is now recovered and is no risk to anybody. Australia's unemployment number has fallen, but the future is still not looking... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 May 2009 6:25 PM | read this entry
May 7, 2009
more powers for overpowered NSW Police?
A bad news for NSW citizens, and actually also a bad news for all visitors to NSW. According to yesterday's news, New South Wales Police will have new powers on disperse groups people slurring their words or being rowdy.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 May 2009 10:04 PM | read this entry
May 3, 2009
the week it was 3rd May 2009
The officials are keeping a close eye on passengers arriving from America to reduce the spread of Swine Flu. The President Plane Air Force One from the White House decided to flew low over New York City without properly informing... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 May 2009 9:55 PM | read this entry
May 1, 2009
Vodafone's 3G coverage is getting better
This is a great news for all Vodafone users. My iPhone 3G is with Vodafone. From Gizmodo Australia: Vodafone's expansion of its 3G network goes live in five major regional areas today. The move brings their overall 3G coverage to... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 May 2009 11:50 PM | read this entry
April 28, 2009
Four blackouts in four weeks, that's Sydney's electricity
Guess what? Four power outages in four weeks. With latest power outage this morning in Sydney CBD AGAIN. No where compares to quality supply as Boston's electricity. NSW Premier Nathan Rees promised it wouldn't happen again (after the first power... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Apr 2009 6:24 PM | read this entry
April 26, 2009
The Week It Was 26th April 2009
“ANZAC Day (25th April) is not about glorifying war. It'ss about honouring ordinary Australians who were sent to do extraordinary things.” The government has finally admitted that Australia is in recession. Unemployment will therefore rise further and as a result,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Apr 2009 11:20 PM | read this entry
April 23, 2009
Copyright does not protect facts or information, IceTV wins
Well, this law case started in late 2006, I briefly mentioned it in SillyDog701 Message Centre back then. IceTV, a small Australian company providing electronic TV programme guide (EPG) (I have to add, only free-to-air channels). In late 2006, Channel... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Apr 2009 3:37 PM | read this entry
April 21, 2009
no more 5 cents coins?
Australia may follow New Zealand on getting rid of 5 cents coins from circulation. In Australia, the 1c and 2c pieces were phased out in 1993 following New Zealand's lead. (New Zealand removed 1 and 2 cents coins from circulation... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Apr 2009 10:54 PM | read this entry
April 19, 2009
The Week It Was 19th April 2009
An illegal boat filled with asylum seekers came to Australia and the boat got on fire. They put petrol over their boat. The Government has changed the border protection laws last year. Thailand was in chaos due to demonstration. Qantas... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Apr 2009 3:06 PM | read this entry
April 15, 2009
000 does nothing but insults
Extremely unreliable and disgraceful triple-zero emergency service in Australia. (To Don: triple-zero is Australia's national emergency number, handles emergency calls to Police, Fire and Ambulance services.) There's the real story: a 17-year-old student David Iredale got lost in a mountain... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Apr 2009 11:36 PM | read this entry
April 13, 2009
Unbelievable! blackout in Sydney again!
Yesterday, the extremely unreliable power company gave Sydney residents another Easter gift - blackout during lunch time on Easter Sunday. THREE major blackouts within TWO weeks in Sydney CBD/inner Sydney areas. Sydney's electricity is, without a dobut (and just recently... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Apr 2009 6:52 PM | read this entry
April 12, 2009
The Week It Was 12th April 2009
Big earthquake hit 3.30am in Italy. Australia's official interests rate dropped to 3%, four big banks refused to pass on the interest rate cut. Nick D'arcy might quit the swimming. A new Star Trek movie is out. Happy Easter. Not... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Apr 2009 10:22 PM | read this entry
April 5, 2009
The Week It Was 5 April 2009
G20 was held in London, Gordon Brown said he wanted an agreement that injected confidence into the world's economics. Demonstrators protested outside the G20, as usual. Madonna will appeal the African count order banning her from adapting a second African... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Apr 2009 7:58 PM | read this entry
April 4, 2009
Sydney CBD blackout AGAIN
Just few days ago that I mentioned the power was cut in Sydney CBD. The electricity in Sydney CBD has once again blackout within the very same week. This clearly demonstrates extremely unreliable of power supply in Sydney. (Rev. Dr.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Apr 2009 12:36 PM | read this entry
April 3, 2009
bio-battery is 3 times more power than lithium battery
Here's an exciting news from the world's smartest people in Boston, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT): A new bio-battery based from a virus (M13) is three times more powerful than today's lithium (Li) batteries in gadgets. The bio-battery could... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Apr 2009 9:53 PM | read this entry
March 29, 2009
the week it was, 29 March 2009
Australia Prime Minister Kevin Rudd had his first official meeting with US President Barack Obama. Barack Obama praised Kevin Rudd during the talk in White House. However he asks for more military forces. Nick D'Arcy has avoided jail sentence after... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Mar 2009 11:21 PM | read this entry
March 22, 2009
the week it was, 22 March 2009
Last Sunday, The Sunday Telegraph published raunchy photos claimed to be young Pauline Hanson. Hanson denied. Yesterday Queensland had an election, Pauline Hanson did not win the seat. The Sunday Telegraph finally apologised to Pauline Hanson today. Australia lost the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Mar 2009 12:53 PM | read this entry
March 15, 2009
people do camp for Jacko concert tickets
From this morning's Weekend Sunrise, Michael Jackson has announced that he's play 50 shows at London's O2 Arena starting in July. There were tents, sleeping bags everywhere just want to get a ticket. Michael Jackson's ‘This Is It’ concert... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Mar 2009 11:30 PM | read this entry
the week it was, 15 March 2009
Queensland faced attack by Cyclone Hamish. A fishman was rescued. Rugby League start Brett Stewart has been charged with the sexual assault before the DNA test results were returned. And the DNA test results showed negative. Copying the US shooting... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Mar 2009 10:53 PM | read this entry
March 14, 2009
Google's new advertising move
Google, comparing to other major search engines, is without a doubt the preferred search engine of open-source extremists. Google also paid millions to open-source extremists' beloved Mozilla foundation. Here's the latest news regarding the world's biggest search engine company. Google... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Mar 2009 11:43 PM | read this entry
March 8, 2009
the week it was, 8 March 2009
Terrorists attacked Sri Lankan cricket bus Pakistan. The driver was shot dead. The Reserve Bank has decided not to change the interest rates. Prime Minister admitted that open economic like Australia can not escape the global impact of a global... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Mar 2009 10:19 PM | read this entry
March 6, 2009
King of Pop is back
Haven't had many good news recently, King of Pop Micheal Jackson made a comeback tour announcement at the O2 Arena in London where the concerts will be held. There's the news clip from this morning's Sunrise:... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Mar 2009 9:52 PM | read this entry
March 3, 2009
mobile phone and internet access are more important than having a partner
Here's an interesting survey from Germany. In the age group of 19 to 29, 97 percent said that they can't live without a mobile phone, and 83 per cent would let go their partner or a vehicle than forgo the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Mar 2009 1:44 PM | read this entry
March 1, 2009
the week it was, 1 March 2009
Pacific Brands, the mother company of the well known Bonds, Holeproof clothing brands decided to shift all workforce to China, resulting 1850 job losses. Sue Morphet (CEO of Pacific Brands) received a huge pay raise when she took the job,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Mar 2009 8:44 PM | read this entry
February 18, 2009
don't txt in the class
Don't sent text messages (SMS) in the classroom, or you will be arrested and charged. The bad thing about this, the bail was only $300. To many of today's rich kids, $300 doesn't mean much. Here's the story: Schoolgirl arrested... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Feb 2009 3:14 PM | read this entry
February 15, 2009
the week it was 15th Feb 2009
There was only one headline for the past week - Victoria's bushfires. Australia's worst-ever bushfire. (Well, unlike some lucky guys living in some beautiful cities, we don't have beautiful snow.) It is believed that many fires were deliberately lit. Here's... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Feb 2009 11:55 PM | read this entry
February 1, 2009
the week it was 1st Feb 2009
26th January is Australia Day, then followed by scorching hot days in Melbourne and Adelaide. Adelaide had 4 straight days of temperatures well above 40°C (104°F). Power grid could not cope the heat and high usage, Melbourne's public system melted... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Feb 2009 8:56 PM | read this entry
January 29, 2009
the troubled Starbucks
It seems like that Starbucks is still not doing very well due to global economy weakening. Last year Starbucks Coffee decided to shutdown 61 stores in Australia, leaving only 23 stores to remain open. Today's news said Starbucks is cutting... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Jan 2009 11:16 AM | read this entry
January 25, 2009
Obama is the new US President, the week it was, 25 Jan 09
Barack Obama is the new American President, and the first black American President. I am so excited that Obama finally becomes the American President. Other major news: People continue to lost their jobs around Australia. After one year of his... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Jan 2009 7:19 PM | read this entry
January 23, 2009
two legs more
She has two arms less than the girl with 8 limbs, a Zambian baby girl has 4 legs. (Or ‘4 feet’ to be more accurate.) When the baby was born, the doctor initially hid the girl from her 18-year-old mother... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Jan 2009 1:04 PM | read this entry
January 21, 2009
it's a very beautiful day
On behalf of all black people, I am excited to claim today a beautiful Obama day. America has a new president. It is not just the first African American President, but also the new hope for the US and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jan 2009 4:15 PM | read this entry
January 20, 2009
tomorrow's big news
Unless you have been completely disconnected from any media you should know tomorrow's big news, or, the only news - the inauguration of Barack Obama. The US President's inauguration is scheduled at 3.30am tomorrow morning (AEST time). Channel Nine will... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Jan 2009 6:17 PM | read this entry
January 18, 2009
the week it was, 18 January 2009
The Week It Was returns today. No big news for this week. The Airbus 320 stayed intact when it slammed into the water, all 155 passengers and crew were survived and rescued. The very unpopular US President George W. Bush... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Jan 2009 7:01 PM | read this entry
January 16, 2009
coffee is good for you
An exciting news from this morning's Sunrise: Good news for coffee lovers. It has been revealed that regular middle-aged drinkers can lower their chances of developing Alzheimer's disease. Researchers in Finland and Sweden believe people who drink three to... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Jan 2009 3:37 PM | read this entry
December 28, 2008
2008's important headlines
Well, year 2008 is coming to the end. Lots of things happened this year. Just before we say goodbye to 2008, we shall take a look what happened this year. Two major products dominated the news headline around the world,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Dec 2008 9:16 PM | read this entry
December 23, 2008
Michael Jackson needs lung transplant???
Michael Jackson, one of best-selling recording artists of all time, recently turned 50, and in recent decades been dogged by scandal and speculation about his lifestyle, has some new rumours about him. US gossip magazine In Touch said that... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Dec 2008 5:47 PM | read this entry
December 14, 2008
the week it was, 14 December 2008
The Government gave cash out to many pensioners and families to boost the economy. An F/A-18 jet crashed into two homes in a residential area. An innocent US family was killed, the pilot ejected and landed safely. Dual-Commonwealth Games medallist... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Dec 2008 10:02 PM | read this entry
December 10, 2008
poor little cat
Rev. Dr. Wu Yi sent me this story. A poor cat's face was skinned by car's engine in Boston. The surgeons stitched the cat's face back. I hope the cat will recovery well.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Dec 2008 11:05 AM | read this entry
December 8, 2008
posting baby-swinging video is child pornography: Queensland Police
Today's news from The Sydney Morning Herald about a man re-posting (i.e. sharing) a non-nude, non-sexual oriented home video to a website is being arrested by Queensland Police. Not long ago, I mentioned a story from Channel 7's Today Tonight... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Dec 2008 2:54 PM | read this entry
December 7, 2008
the week it was, 7 December 2008
Many survivors returned home from Mumbai which was under attack by Islamic militants. The only captured terrorist said the group planned to kill 5000 people. The protest in Bangkok's main airports had a good ending, the protesters got what they... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 Dec 2008 11:48 PM | read this entry
December 3, 2008
exciting follow up news against disgraceful police
Remember the disgraceful taxpayer funded Queensland police officer Constable Michael Anthony O'Sullivan was out of control, bashing innocient law-abiding citizen Suzanne Williams and her sons. The amazing part of the story is, they (Williams and her sons) were charged with... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Dec 2008 9:01 AM | read this entry
November 30, 2008
the week it was, 30 November 2008
Mumbai, India was under attack by Islamic militants against multiple targets. By Saturday, Mumbai was back to the control of India authority. State emergency surrounding Bangkok's main airports. About 8000 protesters took control on Tuesday night. Swimmer Nick D'Arcy has... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Nov 2008 6:05 PM | read this entry
November 26, 2008
a sad news
Here's a sad news to report. The two faces kitten born in Perth last Wednesday did not make it. The kitten died on 22nd after getting fluid in its lungs. inMyCommunity reports. The video clip about the two faces... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Nov 2008 4:54 PM | read this entry
November 23, 2008
the week it was 23 Nov 2008
South-east Queensland hit by hurricane-like storm. Two days after, the clean up was not fully completed, South-east Queensland was hit by another storm. Former AFL star Ben Cousins is free to resume his playing career, with conditions. The movie ‘Australia’... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Nov 2008 10:56 PM | read this entry
November 18, 2008
Mickey Mouse turns 80
Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse. Unlike today's high tech kids growing up in the modern computing edge, playing video games, communicating via text messages. I grew up without a mobile phone, and watched Disney's cartoons. And I know I am... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Nov 2008 2:20 PM | read this entry
November 16, 2008
the week it was 16 Nov 2008
Australia remembers those who fought during the World Wars and never returned. Islamic heroes, also known as terrorists to Australians, the three Bali bombers were finally executed. ) Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Nov 2008 8:37 PM | read this entry
November 9, 2008
a new hope for the US, the week it was 9 Nov 2008
There's a new hope for United States and the world. Barack Obama won the US Election to become the 44th US President, and the most noticeably, the first African American US President. America is a country that tells its children... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Nov 2008 1:26 PM | read this entry
November 4, 2008
Melbourne Cup Day news
Not about the next occupant of The White House, but I have some exciting news on this Melbourne Cup Day. Remember the poor little swine Bruce who made headlines a few weeks back? He caused some trouble to Caroline, and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Nov 2008 7:03 PM | read this entry
November 2, 2008
the week it was, 2 November 2008
Obama leads the poll in US Election, many white Americans aren't ready for a black president. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. Why do I prefer H.264 video codec? See... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Nov 2008 5:57 PM | read this entry
October 31, 2008
today's news
Scorching hot in Sydney today, temperature reaching 35˚C, the hottest day in 18 months. (Last summer wasn't that hot in comparison.) The fan I bought on Tuesday turns out to be extremely useful. It certainly worth the money. Not a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 Oct 2008 6:53 PM | read this entry
October 26, 2008
the week it was, 26 October 2008
An Australian backpacker who went missing in Croatia on 18th September. Her body returned to Australia. Two petrol stations competing with each other in Sydney's West, dropping the prices to under A$1 a litre. Here's the weekly The Week It... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Oct 2008 10:02 PM | read this entry
October 22, 2008
disgraceful Queensland Police
Monday's news on disgraceful Queensland Police. Just click the QuickTime screenshot below to watch the clip. What went wrong? It seems like the stupid and power abusing police raided a lawyer's home for no reason. The power-enjoying police officers simply... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Oct 2008 5:10 PM | read this entry
October 19, 2008
the week it was, 19 October 2008
Australia Government decided to spend the budget surplus (A$10.4 billion) to safeguard the Australian economy. Not to bail out the banks as in USA, but to give direct benefits to pensioners, low-income earners, first time home buyers. The stimulus package... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Oct 2008 9:07 PM | read this entry
October 12, 2008
the week it was, 12 October 2008
Normally I post a clip of The Week It Was each Sunday. However Weekend Sunrise wasn't on this morning due to Bathurst 1000 racing today. I will try to write one. Sydney heat up 37˚C on Monday, one of the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Oct 2008 8:14 PM | read this entry
October 5, 2008
the week it was, 5 October 2008
The world's share prices dropped as the anxiety over the fate of the US finance rescue bill. The bailout bill was passed. Three convicted Bali terrorists showed no fear on the death sentence, and doubt it would ever happen. Rob... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Oct 2008 8:36 PM | read this entry
October 4, 2008
daylight saving starts in many parts of Australia
Just a gentle reminder, the daylight saving starts earlier this year. People in New South Wales (NSW), ACT, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania will have one less hour of sleep tonight. The clock will move forward to 3am at... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Oct 2008 10:48 PM | read this entry
September 30, 2008
let there be solar power
The Vatican will enjoy energy from the God of Sun in about two weeks' time. 2,700 solar panels will be installed on top of the roof of the Paul VI auditorium. Those photovoltaic cells will generate enough electricity for... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Sep 2008 11:27 PM | read this entry
September 28, 2008
the week it was, 28 September 2008
A Finland school had a shooting rampage, killing 11 people. In order to restore the confidence on US Economy or to prevent a potential recession, US Congress is almost ready to spend $840 billion taxpayers' money for the bad debt.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Sep 2008 8:39 PM | read this entry
September 24, 2008
little piggy is saved
An update about Bruce the pushy pig who made the headline yesterday, he was granted clemency. I couldn't put it any better (to Don: Antony does not speak English.), there's from tonight's 7News: ”Rangers used bananas to entice Bruce... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Sep 2008 10:03 PM | read this entry
September 21, 2008
the week it was, 21 September 2008
“If the America sneezes, the world catches a cold.” US an investment bank Lehaman Brothers declared bankruptcy and Merrill Lynch was sold. US Government provided $85 billion rescue plan to save AIG. Mr. Malcolm Turnbull is the new opposition leader.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Sep 2008 8:33 PM | read this entry
September 14, 2008
the week it was, 14 September 2008
The regular weekly The Week It Was returns today. Blame Laurent for not able to post The Week It Was entry last week. Peter Costello decided not to take over the Liberal leadership. Hurricane Ike is heading Texas after Cuba.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Sep 2008 5:08 PM | read this entry
September 13, 2008
nothing beats the USA
After the resigning of Morris Iemma as NSW Premier (see previous entry). The new Premier Nathan Rees appointed Matt Brown as Minister for Police and Minister for the Illawarra on Monday (8 Sept 2008). He resigned 3 days later (11... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Sep 2008 5:31 PM | read this entry
September 6, 2008
head of disgrace resigns
Yesterday's big news: NSW Premier Morris Iemma resigned, or to describe the situation more accurately, Morris Iemma has been forced to resign as New South Wales Premier after sacking his colourful Treasurer Michael Costa. Remember the APEC Sydney lock down... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Sep 2008 6:21 PM | read this entry
August 31, 2008
the week it was, 31 August 2008
Weekend Sunrise is back this Sunday, so is The Week It Was. Australian Olympic Team returned home with Qantas Airline. US Senator Barack Obama accepted the party nomination to be the first African American US Presidential Candidate. Channel 7's “All... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 Aug 2008 8:38 PM | read this entry
August 10, 2008
the week it was, 10 August 2008
No video clip today. As a huge number of Channel 7's Sunrise and News team are in Beijing for covering Beijing Olympic Games. Qantas had another trouble on 7th August. Passengers were aborted (again) just before takeoff (due to loud... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Aug 2008 8:43 PM | read this entry
August 6, 2008
disgraceful NSW Police decision
I was shocked when I heard the headline news last night. An innocent man was locked up for two days because Police made a mistake and identity and Police also refused to verify victim's story/fact. (Left: CCTT footage released by... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Aug 2008 11:51 AM | read this entry
August 3, 2008
the week it was, 3 August 2008
Flying Kangaroo is in damage control. A Quantas 767 bound for Manila yesterday was forced to return to Sydney when hydraulic fluid started leaking from a critical steering unit shortly after take off. It's the third mid-air emergency involving the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Aug 2008 9:18 PM | read this entry
July 27, 2008
the week it was, 27 July 2008
A Qantas airline exploded in air while flying back from Hong Kong. ABC correspondent Peter Lloyd was arrested in Singapore on drug charges. US Presidential Candidate Barack Obama was welcomed in Europe. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Jul 2008 10:34 PM | read this entry
July 26, 2008
Obama is popular in Europe
Perhaps many of you would not be surprised by this. US Presidential Candidate Barack Obama was extremely popular in Berlin. “[Barack Obama] is as popular in Europe, as George Bush is unpopular.” The reporter says. There's the clip. (Click the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jul 2008 2:07 PM | read this entry
July 21, 2008
fines on annoying pilgrims is unconstitutional
A belated news, that is important to mention. I was in Melbourne last week to avoid Sydney's Would Youth Day lockdown. On Tuesday 15th July, World Youth Day Protesters have won the right to annoy pilgrims by successfully challenging... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jul 2008 5:37 PM | read this entry
July 20, 2008
the week it was, 20 July 2008
The news of the week? World Youth Day in Sydney. What else? Australia might have our first saint. Industries welcomed the plan of carbon trading in 2010. Electricity bills will rise by 16%. Angelina Jolie had a textbook caesarean. Here's... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Jul 2008 7:26 PM | read this entry
July 15, 2008
WYD = SYD lockdown
Some news on the World Youth Day. Sydney will be full of people, but not the regular people/visitors. Many of the Sydney's business are suffering due to city lock down. No parking, no buses... not many people will go... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Jul 2008 7:07 AM | read this entry
July 13, 2008
the week it was, 13 July 2008
The so called ‘Jesus Phone’ (iPhone) released in 22 countries on 11th July, and I got one on the first day of sale. Nothing else is that important in my opinion. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Jul 2008 10:22 PM | read this entry
July 9, 2008
Vodafone releases iPhone 3G pricing
Naturally, I'd prefer to stay with Vodafone for the iPhone 3G. Vodafone (Australia) finally released plans for iPhone 3G. Vodafone provided 8 new exclusive plans for iPhone 3G. According to Vodafone, those new plans provides “heaps of credit to talk,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Jul 2008 9:40 AM | read this entry
July 8, 2008
the count down...
Today is 8th July 2008, one month to go until Beijing Olympic; one week to go until World Youth Day to be held in Sydney; and most importantly, 3 more sleeps until iPhone 3G released in Australia and many other... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Jul 2008 7:43 PM | read this entry
July 6, 2008
the week it was, 6 July 2008
Climate change is a diapolical policy problem. The notorious paedophile Denis Ferguson was surrounded by angry locals. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Jul 2008 10:19 PM | read this entry
July 4, 2008
WYD to be worse than APEC
Remember this? During last year's APEC summit, (thanks to the visit of US President), NSW Police enjoyed the unprecedented untouchable power. NSW Police could do pretty much anything they want that they never enjoyed before. It will be worse... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Jul 2008 8:18 PM | read this entry
July 3, 2008
Optus released iPhone 3G prices
Optus has released the pricing for iPhone 3G following Telstra's surprise news few days back. Compared to Telstra, Optus is much more clear with the plans. Anyway, to get an iPhone 3G outright (no contract) with Optus, 8GB iPhone 3G... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Jul 2008 10:51 PM | read this entry
June 29, 2008
the week it was 29th June 2008
The former lawyer for Schapelle Corby has confessed that he faked the baggage-handler implementing drugs story. Surgeon Jayant Patel agreed to return to Australia to face trials. Jane McGrath lost her battle against breast cancer. Here's the weekly The Week... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Jun 2008 8:09 PM | read this entry
June 22, 2008
the week it was 22nd June 2008
Geoff Mills who saved two truck drivers from a flooded river in WA will be nominated for brave awards. ‘All Saints’ and ‘It Takes Two’ star Virginia Gay was attacked by two men on the weekend. Those two men later... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Jun 2008 11:21 PM | read this entry
June 21, 2008
iPhone 3G news update
Well, Thursday's Apple Store Sydney grand opening was a big news. What is the next? iPhone 3G to be released in Australia on 11th July. I received an email response from Vodafone regarding my pre-registering of iPhone 3G. Basically, it... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jun 2008 11:14 PM | read this entry
June 15, 2008
the week it was 15th June 2008
Brisbane-braced troops returned home from Iraq. Perth was hit by tornado. The Australian Olympic Committee announced that Nick D'Arcy's membership is terminated. Apple announced iPhone 3G and will be available in Australia on 11 July. Here's the weekly The Week... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Jun 2008 8:15 PM | read this entry
June 12, 2008
a real unicorn was born
Not a centaur, not Pegasus, not a minotaur, and not a sphinx, but a real unicorn was born in Italy which is not that far from Xena's hometown Amphipolis. It is not sure if this nature born unicorn would... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Jun 2008 11:10 AM | read this entry
June 10, 2008
it's confirmed: 5pm 19th June
According to yesterday's article on The Sydney Morning Herald, Apple's Australia store will open at 5pm on 19th June (Thursday). So naturally, I will be there on the opening day. The Sydney store will be the first Apple Store... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Jun 2008 11:01 AM | read this entry
June 8, 2008
the week it was 8th June 2008
Australian troops are coming home from Iraq. Northern Beaches faced one of the biggest king tides. Barack Obama became Democrat's nominee for US President. Hollywood's Universal Studios had a massive fire. Wisteria Lane set was safe. Here's the weekly The... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Jun 2008 11:22 PM | read this entry
June 1, 2008
the week it was 1st June 2008
Mercedes Corby, the sister of drug smuggler Schapelle Corby, won the defamation case against Channel 7's Today Tonight. Nick D'Arcy lost in the appear to go to Olympic Games. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Jun 2008 8:10 PM | read this entry
May 27, 2008
Apple Store drop in soon to Sydney
According to The Sydney Morning Herald and ifoAppleStore reports, Apple will open its first Apple in Australia, also the first one in the southern hemisphere. The date is said to be on the 19th June, but is yet announced/confirmed... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 May 2008 8:09 AM | read this entry
May 25, 2008
the week it was 25th May 2008
New video captured the moment the earthquake devastated China. Art or child pornography? Full-frontal shots of apparently pubescent girls were on display in an art gallery. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 May 2008 8:38 PM | read this entry
cheaper to shop on Fridays
Most people in Australia know that petrol (to Don: it is gasoline) is cheaper on Tuesdays. According to a study by The Bailey Group, shopping groceries on Fridays can save up to 20%. “Friday is when all the specials for... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 May 2008 1:25 PM | read this entry
May 23, 2008
donkey is free after 3 days jail time.
Well done the justice in Mexico! A donkey is now free after serving three days in a prison for kicking and biting two men. It is believe in many western countries, if a man hurts an animal (e.g. a dog),... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 May 2008 12:46 PM | read this entry
May 18, 2008
Robin Hood (Kevin Rudd)'s first humble arrow, the week it was 18th May 2008
A major earthquake occurred in China, this is the worst earthquake in more then three decades. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format?... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 May 2008 8:23 PM | read this entry
May 14, 2008
disgraceful power abusing Queensland police officers
Thanks to current affair shows such as Today Tonight, victims can get proper justified treatment from ‘authorities’, and those disgraceful police officers get shamed. Suzanne Williams, a 35-year-old mother of six, was thrown to the ground then being punched for... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 May 2008 8:30 PM | read this entry
May 11, 2008
Happy Mother's Day. the week it was, 11th May 2008
A cyclone hit Burma caused huge damage and many deaths. Olympic champion Grant Hackett returned home. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format?... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 May 2008 11:43 AM | read this entry
May 4, 2008
the week it was, 4th May 2008
Six dead on Sydney Harbour tragedy. The fifth Australian solider was killed in Afghanistan. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 May 2008 3:08 PM | read this entry
May 1, 2008
off-duty police officers attacking citizen jailed! hooray!
A delightful news for those who dislike power-abusing police officers. Two disgraceful drunken off-duty police officers Danyl and Scott Mewburn (they are brothers) showed off their police badges and assaulted a law-abiding citizen. The brothers are sentenced to maximum eight... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 May 2008 8:55 PM | read this entry
April 27, 2008
the week it was 27 April 2008
On Thursday, Olympic torch relayed in Canberra, overall peaceful. "Lest we forget", April 25th was ANZAC day. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Apr 2008 10:57 PM | read this entry
April 24, 2008
Journey of Harm arrived yesterday
... and had a relay today. Welcome the Olympic torch. According to officials and the police, it was quite successful with only 7 people were arrested. Here are some interesting parts: Chinese marshals coordinated the pro-China crowds and they... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Apr 2008 10:53 PM | read this entry
April 23, 2008
how police distribute their resource
If you are an ordinary citizen, and you caught a criminal red headed, you might have to wait 45 minutes until a police shows up (reported by Today Tonight a few years back) However, if you are a celebrity, in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Apr 2008 9:44 AM | read this entry
April 20, 2008
the week it was 20 April 2008
2020 Summit "the people's parliament" took over this weekend. After 107 years, Australia will have a female Governor-General. Six New Zealand high school students and their teacher have been killed in a canyoneering accident. Here's the weekly The Week It... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Apr 2008 10:34 PM | read this entry
April 13, 2008
the week it was 13 April 2008
The jury at the inquest into the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi Al Fayed has completed. A Sydney high school was burst by an underage armed gang. Olympic torch was still in trouble. Here's the weekly The Week It... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Apr 2008 10:14 PM | read this entry
April 11, 2008
Cadbury owns purple colour? Court says not.
Today's interesting news. A delightful news for Australia's local chocolate maker Darrell Lea. The Federal Court in Melbourne has dismissed an attempt by Cadbury Schweppes to try to stop Darrell Lea using the colour purple. The purple colour in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Apr 2008 9:16 PM | read this entry
April 9, 2008
Antony does not speak English
Many SillyDog701 members have heard that “Antony does not speak English”, and perhaps some have heard his “Magic Glasses” story. Although none has believe the Magic Glasses story yet. According to report, there's no need to speak English to live... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Apr 2008 10:23 PM | read this entry
April 6, 2008
the week it was 6 April 2008
The Olympic butterfly champion Nick D'Arcy punched Commonwealth gold medallist Simon Cowley. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Apr 2008 3:29 PM | read this entry
April 1, 2008
Happy April Fools
Happy Apple Fools. Actually, I don't like the Apple Fools Day. I guess I just don't like any practical jokes. Here's one thing... all the stupid pranks should be done before noon. Otherwise, the joke would boomerang with the known... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Apr 2008 8:07 PM | read this entry
March 30, 2008
the week it was 30 March 2008
The Olympic torch has some trouble in Olympia. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Mar 2008 4:26 PM | read this entry
March 27, 2008
Mr Mum, a pregnant man
Sounds like the movie ‘Junior’. The Advocate first brought up the story about a man who is pregnant. Seven News reported it tonight. Thomas Beatie was born a woman, had sex change, legally male and legally married. He (she) was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Mar 2008 10:42 PM | read this entry
March 23, 2008
happy Easter Sunday, the week it was 23 March 2008
Happy Easter Sunday everybody. HMAS Sydney II ship wreckage was found. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Mar 2008 1:10 PM | read this entry
March 21, 2008
where's the justice?
Happy Good Friday everybody. It's a sad fact that the laws are siding with underage criminals. Those underage criminals can even get away after killing someone. Seven News (Sydney) last night reported that New South Wales is suffering an underage... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Mar 2008 6:26 PM | read this entry
March 17, 2008
Neverland is saved
A bit on the very important Desperate Housewives first. Usually on each Monday, I talk about Desperate Housewives. Sadly, no Desperate Housewives tonight. Last week Gebby's young teen lover John Rawland returned to Wisteria Lane, the neighbourhood had some... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Mar 2008 2:13 PM | read this entry
March 16, 2008
the week it was, 16 March 2008
Former Queensland surgeon Jayant Patel has been arrested in the US. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Mar 2008 10:01 PM | read this entry
March 12, 2008
more power for power abusing NSW Police?
During last year's APEC, Government gave NSW Police unprecedented untouchable power. The bad news... it is likely to be permanent. During APEC last year, Sydney was fenced up and virtually locked down for one person - Mr George W.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Mar 2008 8:57 PM | read this entry
March 9, 2008
the week it was, 9 March 2008
Ten Australian travel agents taken hostage in Xi'an, China were back home safely. Official interest rates increased by 0.25% again. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Mar 2008 10:32 AM | read this entry
March 2, 2008
the week it was, 2 March 2008
The deployment of Prince Harry to Afghanistan was revealed by ‘New Idea’. Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Mar 2008 11:16 AM | read this entry
February 28, 2008
Thriller 25, Neverland trouble
I am still buying music in CDs! I've getting most of my music from iTunes Store for the last many years, but I still buy music CDs. The latest one I bought was Michael Jackson's Thriller 25, in special... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Feb 2008 7:34 PM | read this entry
February 24, 2008
the week it was, 24 Feb 08
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Feb 2008 9:36 PM | read this entry
February 23, 2008
Queen Victoria is here, Queen Elizabeth coming tomorrow
One of the world's largest cruise ships Queen Victoria is in Sydney today. The newest liner from Cunard Line - Queen Victoria docked Circular Quay this morning. (click above image for larger one) Queen Victoria is just two months old,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Feb 2008 8:27 PM | read this entry
February 20, 2008
Michael Jackson did not show up at the Grammys
Today's Hollywood gossip: Everybody is expecting Michael Jackson to be there at the Grammy Awards, especially because of his 25th anniversary of the Thriller album was coming out the very next day. According to Cindy Adams, his demands were... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Feb 2008 3:05 PM | read this entry
February 17, 2008
Australia says sorry to Aborigines. the week it was, 17 Feb 08
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Feb 2008 1:15 PM | read this entry
February 10, 2008
The Week It Was, 10 Feburary 2008
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Feb 2008 2:24 PM | read this entry
February 4, 2008
been quiet from telemarketing in the last few days?
Have you been enjoying the peacefulness of no-telemarketers during last few day? Especially those the calls from India call centres? What caused this joyful news? A third undersea cable running through Suez and Sri Lanka has been cut recently. Technically... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Feb 2008 7:30 AM | read this entry
February 3, 2008
The Week It Was, 3 Feburary 2008
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Feb 2008 12:28 PM | read this entry
January 29, 2008
UFO and the lying nature of US Military
In the recent UFO sighting over Texas farms, more than 50 people claimed they have spotted UFOs flying over Stephenville. After two weeks of denials and media focus US military officials finally admitted to having 10 F-16 fighter jets training... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Jan 2008 2:18 PM | read this entry
January 27, 2008
The Week It Was, 27 January 2008
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Jan 2008 4:30 PM | read this entry
January 26, 2008
Happy Australia Day
Today is Australia Day. A barbecue day to most people, and a public holiday on Monday 28th January. Lee Kernaghan, a country singer, is 2008 Australian of the Year. (Sydney Morning Herald)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jan 2008 8:27 AM | read this entry
January 25, 2008
party boy Corey Delaney and ACA
Melbourne's party boy Corey Delaney who made fame two weeks ago on throwing a huge party while his parents were out on holiday in Gold Coast. You can search articles on Corey Delaney on major search engines, just not on... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Jan 2008 6:42 PM | read this entry
January 23, 2008
Heath Ledger dies
Australian actor Heath Ledger was found dead in his Manhattan apartment today, possibly of drug overdose. Heath Ledger, perhaps best known as Ennis Del Mar from Brokeback Mountain movie, for which he was nominated as best lead actor for... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Jan 2008 12:31 PM | read this entry
January 20, 2008
The Week It Was, 20 January 2008
Here's the regular The Week It Was. There was no The Week It Was last week. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Jan 2008 4:01 PM | read this entry
January 9, 2008
sneaky, power-abusing Manly Council
You can't believe what Manly Council has done, putting up fences without any notice stealthily at 2am. The trouble started with two restaurant owners on the Corso. Somehow they were fighting the outdoor setting spaces. (Click the video clip above... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Jan 2008 10:55 AM | read this entry
January 6, 2008
The Week It Was, 6 January 2008
Weekend Sunrise is back today! And here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Jan 2008 8:34 PM | read this entry
December 14, 2007
George W Bush is not going to be happy
I don' think US President George W Bush is going to be happy with this. (Click QuickTime Player screenshot above to watch the short video clip) Al Gore, Apple Inc.'s Board of Director and former US Vice-President said following when... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Dec 2007 11:50 PM | read this entry
December 13, 2007
Dan Baker is out, Callea breaks up
According to The Advertiser, former Home and Away actor Tim Campbell (played Dan Baker in Home and Away) is out. 2004 Australian Idol runner up Anthony Callea who was outed in March recently broke up with his partner and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Dec 2007 10:01 AM | read this entry
December 11, 2007
an Australian Muslim school taught religious education 43% of the time
Muslim Ladies College of Australia school in Perth was found spending less than 50% of the time teaching English and Math, instead they spend 43% of the time teaching religious education. 43% of the time on religious study may... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Dec 2007 12:27 PM | read this entry
December 9, 2007
The Week It Was, 9 December 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Dec 2007 1:52 PM | read this entry
December 2, 2007
The Week It Was, 2 December 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Dec 2007 8:54 PM | read this entry
November 25, 2007
Kevin Rudd is the new PM, The Week It Was, 25 Nov 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Nov 2007 3:30 PM | read this entry
the Howard years
Continued from last night's a new Prime Minister is born entry, this is a video clip highlights John Howard's 11 years as Prime Minister of Australia. He was sworn in as Prime Minister of Australia on 11th March, 1996 and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Nov 2007 7:53 AM | read this entry
November 24, 2007
a new Prime Minister is born
Australia has a new Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd from Labor party, Australia's 26th Prime Minister. John Howard congratulates Kevin Rudd for ‘emphatic’ victory at 10.36pm tonight. John Howard says he's left nation ‘proud & prosperous’. John Howard has been Prime... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Nov 2007 11:23 PM | read this entry
Australia decides today
If you are over 18 and an Australian, you must vote today. Sadly, voting is compulsory, and you've been threatened with $50 fine plus court cost if you fail to show up in the voting booth. AEC (Australian Electoral Commission)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Nov 2007 2:02 PM | read this entry
November 23, 2007
disgraceful trigger-happy cop
This is about a disgraceful taxpayer funded (US) Utah Highway Patrol officer abusing his power and playing guns like playing video games. The dashboard camera recorded the entire condemnable act. (ABC News) The victim was Jared Massey, 28. He was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Nov 2007 10:50 PM | read this entry
November 18, 2007
6 days left to election, The Week It Was, 18 Nov 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Nov 2007 2:01 PM | read this entry
November 15, 2007
disgraceful Chaser chased.
Taxpayer funded ABC's disgraceful number one show The Chaser's War on Everything has again, targeting Channel 7, especially Today Tonight show (which is the number 1 rating on 6.30 timeslot, to many ABC supporters' dismay). The Chaser team has... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Nov 2007 2:25 PM | read this entry
November 13, 2007
There are 7 hints that Albus Dumbledore was gay
Few weeks ago, I mentionedAlbus Dumbledore was outed by the author JK Rowling. There's the following-up to the Albus Dumbledore news. Did you know that "Albus Dumbledore" is an anagram of "Male bods rule, bud"? I didn't. But according... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Nov 2007 9:10 AM | read this entry
November 11, 2007
Efficient won Melbourne Cup, the week it was, 11 Nov 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in the usual H.264 format. Why do I use H.264 format? See this QuickTime codec comparison page and judge yourself. (Click the screenshot above to watch the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Nov 2007 7:12 PM | read this entry
November 4, 2007
swearing Oz Health Minister, the week it was, 4 Nov 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Snubbing/insulting a dying taxpayer, being late for agreed TV debate, and swearing in front of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Nov 2007 7:08 PM | read this entry
November 3, 2007
Do as he says, not as he does.
Hypocrite? Premier Morris Iemma tells city workers to use public transport and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, however, he spent $7 million a year on car parking for bureaucrats. In plain words, taxpayers are urged to use public transport while... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Nov 2007 9:22 PM | read this entry
October 28, 2007
The Week It Was 28 Oct 2007
Daylight saving starts today in most parts of Australia. Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Second Australian solider was killed, SAS... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Oct 2007 5:39 PM | read this entry
October 27, 2007
daylight saving starts tomorrow
Just a gentle reminder, the daylight saving starts tomorrow morning at 2am in New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. The clock will move forward to 3am at 2am. Last December, Western Australia started a three... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Oct 2007 7:41 PM | read this entry
October 22, 2007
disgraceful censorship on live debate
I don't usually talk about politics, since I am not that interested in politics. Last night was the only agreed television (so far) debate agreed by Prime Minister John Howard. What John Howard (Liberal Party) or Kevin Rudd (Labor... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Oct 2007 8:02 PM | read this entry
October 21, 2007
The Week It Was 21 Oct 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) AFL West Coast Eagles player Ben Cousins was arrested on 16 October 2007 in Perth... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Oct 2007 3:25 PM | read this entry
October 20, 2007
latest celebrity outing, Dumbledore is gay
Another celebrity is outed, this time, the principal of Hogwarts - Albus Dumbledore. I am really surprised. HARRY Potter author JK Rowling has confirmed what fans have long suspected - the principal of Hogwarts, Albus Dumbledore, is indeed gay.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Oct 2007 9:00 PM | read this entry
have you decided who should be the next PM?
If you are an Australian citizen and aged 18 or older, you are required to vote, and voting is sadly compulsory by law. If you choose not to vote and do not have sufficient reason, you may be faced with... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Oct 2007 1:51 PM | read this entry
October 19, 2007
Nobel prize winner: black is genetically inferior
Some people might be afraid to state so publicly, the 1962 Nobel prize winner spilt it out for you. Dr. James Watson, co-discover of double helix in DNA, said black is genetically inferior in an article for the Sunday Times... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Oct 2007 4:00 PM | read this entry
October 14, 2007
The Week It Was 14 Oct 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. There was no The Week It Was last Sunday, due to Channel Seven's coverage of 2007 Bathurst (racing). As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Oct 2007 10:37 PM | read this entry
October 9, 2007
Harry in the headline again
Again, another headline about His Royal Highness Prince Harry, the third in line to the throne. This time, the 23-year-old lad risked death with vodka snorting in Namibia. News of the World has some photos the Palace does not want... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Oct 2007 11:14 AM | read this entry
September 30, 2007
The Week It Was, 30 September 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Myanmar (Burma) government soldiers open fire on unarmed monks who were anti-government protesting. False alarm... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Sep 2007 7:13 PM | read this entry
September 27, 2007
abusing police power for personal revenge, disgraceful
On 11th September, Today Tonight aired a story about a policeman abusing his power for person revenge. This time, it is South Australia Police. An unethical South Australia Police Constable Matt Waite lost his girlfriend to Adam Baker. He keeps... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Sep 2007 12:57 PM | read this entry
September 23, 2007
The Week It Was, 23 September 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Nai Zin Xue dumped his 3-year-old (Pumpkin) at Southern Cross Station on Saturday (15th) before... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Sep 2007 8:25 PM | read this entry
September 22, 2007
seven year marriage
Pope Benedict XVI and catholics probably won't approval this. In this modern day, everything costs money, that includes marriages or divorcing. Gabriele Pauli, a German MP, proposed that marriage should only last for 7 years. After 7 years, the couple... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Sep 2007 8:49 AM | read this entry
September 19, 2007
Freedom of speech in US?
In the country that is proud of freedom of speech, a student was arrested during a question and answer period when he asked Senator John Kerry a question. Andrew Meyer, 21, a University of Florida student from Weston was stunned... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Sep 2007 3:45 PM | read this entry
September 16, 2007
The Week It Was, 16 September 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) John Howard announced that he will retire within 3 years if he wins the election.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Sep 2007 6:12 PM | read this entry
September 13, 2007
You can't have negative reviews, or you'll be sued.
It appears that if you run a forum, you'd better make sure none of user users post any negative review/comments, or you will be sued. 2Clix Australia says so. A popular Australian forum (Whirlpool) founder was sued by 2Clix Australia... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Sep 2007 9:55 AM | read this entry
September 9, 2007
Ciao! Luciano. The Week It Was, 9 September 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) APEC was in Sydney, very peaceful, actually far too peaceful. Police has out numbered the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Sep 2007 6:51 PM | read this entry
September 5, 2007
APEC, Sydney locked down just for one person.
Entire Sydney locked down just for one man. All George W. Bush's fault.
(read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Sep 2007 11:00 PM | read this entry
September 2, 2007
The Week It Was, 2 September 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) APEC is coming to Sydney, the RAAF's FA-18s will be controlling Sydney's 20,000 square kilometre... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Sep 2007 1:41 PM | read this entry
August 26, 2007
The Week It Was, 26th August 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Hurricane Dean lashed Jamaica with 230km/h winds. Kevin Rudd was in New York as a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Aug 2007 6:39 PM | read this entry
August 21, 2007
Chinese drivers are the worst drivers on the face of the earth: John Laws
Radio station 2UE's host John Laws clearly does not like Chinese drivers. On 17th August, during a radio talk-back, he said “I understand that Chinese drivers are probably the worst drivers on the face of the earth.” That was a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Aug 2007 9:33 AM | read this entry
August 19, 2007
The Week It Was, 19th August 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) The Treasurer Peter Costello celebrated his 50th birthday. Three journalists claim he vowed to destroy... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Aug 2007 2:07 PM | read this entry
August 16, 2007
Elvis left the building 30 years ago
Elvis Presley left the building 30 years ago today (16 Aug) (or tomorrow in US time). 50 thousand fans are expected to show up at Presley's home, Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee. The commemoration will last for several days. According... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Aug 2007 1:08 PM | read this entry
August 12, 2007
The Week It Was, 12th August 2007
Here's the regular The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) The Reserve Bank has up the interest rates up by 0.25% to 6.5%. One year... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Aug 2007 7:37 PM | read this entry
August 5, 2007
The Week It Was, 5th August 2007
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in QuickTime H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) A Minneapolis bridge collapsed into Mississippi River. Eight lanes of one of the country's... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Aug 2007 1:43 PM | read this entry
July 29, 2007
The Week It Was, 29th July 2007
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in QuickTime H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Victoria Premier Steve Bracks resigns. He's 52 and 8 months into his third term,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Jul 2007 3:10 PM | read this entry
July 24, 2007
Harry Potter Mania
The Pottermania or chaos news clip from Sunday's Weekend Sunrise. (H.264 format, 1 min 50 sec, 5.6MB, QuickTime Player 7 recommended) News.com.au has a special multimedia report on Pottermania with photos from Sydney's Central Station. (Flash required) Yes, Central Station... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Jul 2007 1:06 PM | read this entry
July 22, 2007
The Week It Was, 22nd July 2007
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in QuickTime H.264 format. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Glean Wheatley has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years jail for tax fraud. He... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Jul 2007 11:58 AM | read this entry
July 15, 2007
The Week It Was 15 July 2007
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in QuickTime H.264 format and I may upload to YouTube later. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) Stan Zemanek , Australia's controversial and opinionated... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Jul 2007 6:55 PM | read this entry
July 10, 2007
Kitty Hawk leaves today
Thanks god, USS Kitty Hawk leaves today, so does the unnecessary over-kill clear way get lifted today. The 5,500 sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk have farewelled Sydney - and millions of dollars of their money -... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Jul 2007 4:35 PM | read this entry
July 8, 2007
bombing, The Week It Was, 8th July 2007
Here's the weekly The Week It Was. As usual, the clip is available in QuickTime H.264 format and I may upload to YouTube later. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) A Jeep bombed outside Glasgow Airport's main... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Jul 2007 12:11 PM | read this entry
July 6, 2007
Kitty Hawk in Sydney
US Navy aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk arrived in Sydney's Garden Island Navy Base yesterday. A big news? New South Wales Government and RTA (Roads and Traffic Authority) certainly think so. An unnecessary clearway of entire suburb (worried about car bombing??)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Jul 2007 6:45 PM | read this entry
July 5, 2007
Beckham is coming to Sydney
Maybe he's not the world's best soccer player, but he certainly is the most famous one. David Beckham will play in Sydney later this year. Beckham's new team, La Galaxy, will meet Sydney FC in an exhibition match with... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Jul 2007 6:11 PM | read this entry
July 1, 2007
Flooding, The Week It Was, 1 July 2007
The usual The Week It Was from Weekend Sunrise. The floods in Victoria were declared the worst in 37 years by Victoria Premier Steve Bracks. (Click the screenshot above to watch the video clip) The floodwaters rise in eastern Victoria.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Jul 2007 9:55 PM | read this entry
June 29, 2007
Australia's population: 21 million
Australia has just reached 21 million in population. Based on following estimation from Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS): an increase of one person every one minute and 45 seconds by averaging one birth every one minute, 56 seconds; one... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Jun 2007 8:14 PM | read this entry
June 28, 2007
Sydney Opera House is now a World Heritage
Sydney Opera House has been listed as the latest World Heritage sites by UN's educational, scientific and cultural organisation (UNESCO) in New Zealand. It is also the most modern cultural site to be included on the World Heritage List.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Jun 2007 10:57 PM | read this entry
June 24, 2007
Shooting in Melbourne The Week It Was, 24 June 2007
The eastern coast of Australia has been in the drought for quite a while, and it has been some welcome raining for the last week. Some area were hit hard with the rain. This week's video clip of The Week... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Jun 2007 1:13 PM | read this entry
June 17, 2007
It Was Dam Good. The Week It Was, 17 June 2007
The eastern coast of Australia has been in the drought for quite a while, and it has been some welcome raining for the last week. Some area were hit hard with the rain. This week's video clip of The Week... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Jun 2007 2:59 PM | read this entry
June 12, 2007
Got refused by muslim taxi drivers? Sunrise has the answer.
Last year, I mentioned an issue about muslim taxi drivers. Muslim taxi drivers refuse to carry blind passengers and their guide dogs, they say it's against their religion. So, if you are vision impaired, you simply can't get home by... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Jun 2007 4:05 PM | read this entry
June 10, 2007
The Week It Was, 10 June 2007
Today's weather is a bit better than yesterday. Still cold in Sydney. This week's video clip of The Week It Was will be from YouTube. First time from the popular YouTube. There was a train crash (with a truck) in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Jun 2007 4:44 PM | read this entry
June 3, 2007
The Week It Was, 3rd June 2007
Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers in the world. The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. The clean up continued in Melbourne and Adelaide after some really severe storms. The wind was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 03 Jun 2007 4:39 PM | read this entry
May 20, 2007
The Week It Was, 13th May 2007
Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers in the world. The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. A baby girl was found in a cardboard box outside Melbourne's Dandenong Hospital on Mother's Day.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 May 2007 12:08 PM | read this entry
May 13, 2007
The Week It Was, 13th May 2007
Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers in the world. The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. The government has began sell the hard-sell of its big-spending Budget hoping it will give the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 May 2007 4:59 PM | read this entry
April 29, 2007
The Week It Was, 29th April 2007
It's near the end of the month, I haven't been posting in this blog as much as I used to, due to being busy and moving. I've now settled in the new place, except I still haven't got my own... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Apr 2007 12:16 PM | read this entry
April 22, 2007
The Week It Was, 22nd April 2007
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. A state of emergency has been declared in the US town of Blacksburg following the country's worst ever massacre. At least 33 people dead and 15... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Apr 2007 4:05 PM | read this entry
April 15, 2007
The Week It Was, 15th April 2007
Sorry for a bit behind on blog entries writing in the last week. It was holiday, and I've been with Laurent. It is not that easy to write blog entries without accessing my main Mac. The regular The Week It... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Apr 2007 4:43 PM | read this entry
April 8, 2007
The Week It Was, 8th April 2007
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. Solomons Islands faced diaseaser. British sailors returned to UK, after almost 2 weeks captured by Iran. Those British sailors immediated denied their statements once they returned... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Apr 2007 4:34 PM | read this entry
April 4, 2007
Sophie Delezio turns 6
Last night's Seven News reported Sydney's bravest little girl - Sophie Delezio - turns 6. She celebrated her birthday at her home with family and friends. Sophie was horrifically injured when a car crashed into her daycare centre in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Apr 2007 6:41 AM | read this entry
April 1, 2007
The Week It Was, 1st April 2007
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. Melbourne's Burnley Tunnel had a crash, and the tunnel was closed for a few days. Olympic cyclist Damian McDonald was killed. Sydney's Lane Cove Tunnel opened,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Apr 2007 9:36 PM | read this entry
March 27, 2007
Anthony Callea is out and proud
Anthony Callea, the 2004 Australian Idol runner-up and ARIA Award winner is out and proud. Callea said it had been difficult growing up gay in the Italian community and that, more recently, the support of his partner of two... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Mar 2007 7:47 AM | read this entry
March 25, 2007
The Week It Was, 25th March 2007
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. Pakistan cricket's white coach was murdered? Keith Urban had an outdoor concert in the Plaza, I was there. The Government widely disliked (Labor) won the State... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Mar 2007 5:04 PM | read this entry
March 24, 2007
NSW state election today
NSW is having a State Election today. And as 7News mentioned it nicely, “Voters have a choice between a Government widely disliked and an Opposition many think do not have a chance to win.” And the stupid thing about this... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Mar 2007 2:18 AM | read this entry
March 18, 2007
The Week It Was, 18th March 2007
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. Sydney's Harbour Bridge celebrates 75th birthday today, scientists discovered new leopard species. Another John Howard's minister resigned. NSW's state election is coming next Saturday, 24th March.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Mar 2007 5:38 PM | read this entry
Sydney Harbour Bridge celebrates 75th birthday
Australia's iconic bridge - Sydney Harbour Bridge - celebrates 75th birthday today. It was opened on the afternoon of 19th March 1932. There was an interesting story about the opening of the bridge. The bridge should be opened by... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Mar 2007 6:58 AM | read this entry
March 17, 2007
Wang Xiaoning arrested, wife sues Yahoo!
I am not usually interested in political issues, but this is an interesting case reported by Wired News. I shall see what Mr Whitfield would respond. Here's the story: Wang Xiaoning, a Chinese citizen, who posted a number of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Mar 2007 6:09 AM | read this entry
March 16, 2007
new Leopard species discovered
Scientists have discovered a new leopard species, found in Borneo (Malaysia). The new leopard features a different type of spot, clouded actually. The cat, covered in small cloud markings containing many spots, was thought to be the same species... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Mar 2007 6:54 PM | read this entry
March 11, 2007
The Week It Was, 11th March 2007
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. I am such a big Sunrise fan. So, what happened this past week? Plane crashed in Indonesia, two cyclones in Western Australia. John Inman passed away.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Mar 2007 6:53 PM | read this entry
March 9, 2007
R.I.P., Mr Humphries
John Inman, best known for his role "Mr. Humphries" in the British sitcom Are You Being Served? past away yesterday (8th March 2007) in St. Mary's Hospital, London at the age of 71. In the series, Mr Wilberforce Claybourne... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Mar 2007 8:00 AM | read this entry
March 4, 2007
The Week It Was
The regular The Week It Was video clip captured from this morning's Weekend Sunrise. I am such a big Sunrise fan. So, what happened this past week? Happy Feet won the only Oscar for Australia, Senator Ian Campbell was forced... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Mar 2007 11:24 PM | read this entry
Mardi Gras Parade 2007
Well, it was actually very good weather for Mardi Gras last night, but because the day was too hot, I did not go to City for the Parade. Sunrise's Simon Reeve had some good time in Mardi Gras last... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Mar 2007 4:07 PM | read this entry
February 27, 2007
Rupert Everett is Chief of Parade for Mardi Gras 2007
The famous Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade is on this Saturday (3rd March 2007). British actor Rupert Everett has been named the Chief of Parade for this year's Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade. If the weather... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Feb 2007 7:08 AM | read this entry
February 25, 2007
Go home, Dick Cheney. You caused too much trouble here.
Dick Cheney, who once shot Harry Whittington in his nick, then received an apology from Mr Whittington, is clearly NOT welcome here. What a trouble maker from the States. He might enjoyed his beer with Mr Howard, at the cost... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Feb 2007 5:14 PM | read this entry
February 23, 2007
road closed just for Dick Cheney, wimpy NSW government
Today is the second day of Leopard Tech Talk, and I have some trouble getting into city, thanks to Dick Cheney and the wimpy NSW Government. Dick Cheney brought chaos to Sydney. Dick Cheney together with wimpy NSW Government caused... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Feb 2007 5:42 PM | read this entry
February 18, 2007
The Week It Was
Barack Obama announced that he would run for US Presidency, the first black US presidential candidate in history. Australia Prime Minister John Howard attacked him for withdrawing troops from Iraq. In politics, it was all about "guts" and "courage",... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Feb 2007 1:20 PM | read this entry
February 11, 2007
Barack Obama made the news in Australia
I don't usually talk about politics (and not into it), but Mr Barack Obama made the news in this morning's Weekend Sunrise. Not for his politics, but for being the first black US presidential candidate. According to US Census, the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Feb 2007 5:24 PM | read this entry
February 9, 2007
Microsoft respects your privacy, even if you are a burglar
There is the story, a 15-year-old boy allegedly stole an Xbox 360 video game console from a Wellington (New Zealand) home but neglected to take the device's power cord. That boy called Microsoft for another cord, providing Microsoft with Xbox... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Feb 2007 11:26 AM | read this entry
February 8, 2007
reunited after 11 years, thanks to microchips
A missing cat called Marmalade left his owners for 11 years returned home. Marmalade was just a kitten and Allegra Strauss a mere toddler when they were separated. Mum Kerry Strauss was stunned when the Lost Dogs' Home called on... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Feb 2007 2:06 PM | read this entry
February 4, 2007
The Week It Was
News in the past week. Australia might need to drink recycled sewage water. Lucky that NSW government is not happy about Federal government's proposal. Harry Potter is getting hotter! Photos of Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) appears shirtless for the play... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Feb 2007 4:39 PM | read this entry
January 25, 2007
al-Hilaly insists that he said nothing wrong
Almost 3 months ago, Sheik Taj el-Din al-Hilaly said compared non-muslim dressed women to "uncovered meat". He said when cat eats the uncovered meat, it's meat's fault, not cat's fault, and women who don't cover up their bodies are the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Jan 2007 10:05 PM | read this entry
January 13, 2007
Muslims have more right to stay in Australia than Anglo-Saxons
Less than 3 months ago, Sheik Taj al-Din al-Hilali said Sheik said women who don't cover up their bodies are the blame for sex attacks, he compared non-muslim dressed women to "uncovered meat", and when cat eats the uncovered meat,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Jan 2007 10:15 AM | read this entry
December 31, 2006
The year it was.
It's the end of the year. Weekend Sunrise this morning provides a great look back of what happened this year. (click above QuickTime screenshot to watch the video clip, 4 min 13 sec, 13.2MB) If you prefer, you can watch... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 Dec 2006 9:44 AM | read this entry
December 30, 2006
similarities between Wallace and Hussein
Today's big news, Saddam Hussein was hanged. I saw the news today in a shopping mall. A leader has been hanged, he was sentenced by a count under strong US-influence. Sir William Wallace (Braveheart), a Scottish knight, he loved... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Dec 2006 9:43 PM | read this entry
December 20, 2006
Sophie Delezio gets a new home
It has been 3 years since Sophie's first life-threatening accident, and 7 months since Sophie's second accident. 7News has a special report on Sydney's brave little girl - Sophie Delezio's latest update. All looks good. She will have a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Dec 2006 5:21 PM | read this entry
December 13, 2006
NSW Young Australian arrested
Today's news. Iktimal Hage-Ali, a young Muslim leader and Prime Minister John Howard's hand-picked adviser, was arrested just 8 days before receiving the NSW Young Australian of the Year award. Iktimal Hage-Ali, an adviser to Mr. John Howard on Muslim... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Dec 2006 7:39 AM | read this entry
December 10, 2006
don't steal PlayStation 3, or you will be shot dead
The Register has an interesting story, an 18-year-old North Carolina was shot dead by police. He was suspected of robbing two PlayStation 3 consoles on 17 November, the day when PS3 become available. The PlayStation 3 was worth US$ 641... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Dec 2006 7:34 AM | read this entry
December 6, 2006
iPod owners are not criminals.
Last week ago, a purposed law would make all iPod owners as criminals. The then purposed law won't allow anyone to copy legally owned music CD to iPod, record TV shows etc for copyright reason. (Detail at this Sydney Morning... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Dec 2006 6:46 AM | read this entry
December 1, 2006
good bye Naomi
Naomi Robson (east coast edition) has finished her last TV host of Today Tonight (east coast edition) tonight. She announced she's leaving Today Tonight on Monday evening. This is the farewell video to Naomi Robson. (click the screenshot above to... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Dec 2006 10:15 PM | read this entry
November 28, 2006
Naomi Robson announces leaving Today Tonight
Channel Seven's Today Tonight east coast edition's host Naomi Robson announced that she won't host Today Tonight next year. (click the screenshot above to see the video)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Nov 2006 12:33 PM | read this entry
November 21, 2006
Thorpedo quits
Australia's greatest Olympian, Ian Thorpe, made an announcement today. He has decided to quit competitive swimming, citing a lack of balance in his life as the reason for his decision. Ian Thorpe is Australia's most successful Olympian with five gold... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Nov 2006 11:59 AM | read this entry
November 17, 2006
Michael Jackson is back
Michael Jackson is back on stage! King of Pop Michael Jackson has made his first musical live performance during World Music Awards ceremony in London yesterday since he was acquitted of child molestation in June 2005. short video clip of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Nov 2006 8:42 AM | read this entry
October 29, 2006
muslim and women; Churchill's speech
Last week's news headline in Australia was about a sermon made by a senior Muslim leader Sheik Taj Aldin Alhilali. Sheik said women who don't cover up their bodies are the blame for sex attacks. He said, women are used... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Oct 2006 2:18 PM | read this entry
October 21, 2006
Dr. George O'Malley is gay
T. R. Knight, who play Dr. George O'Malley in Grey's Anatomy told to People Magazine on 19th October: I guess there have been a few questions about my sexuality, and I'd like to quiet any unnecessary rumors that may be... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Oct 2006 8:31 PM | read this entry
October 17, 2006
Cronulla Monopoly
Seven News last night reported a racist board game, Cronulla Monopoly, was being linked from Australia First's website. I am not going to discuss about Australia First, but the Cronulla Monopoly. The Australia First site, is linked to a board... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Oct 2006 9:24 AM | read this entry
October 14, 2006
hottest days in Sydney
Yesterday and Today are the hottest days in October in Sydney for the 150 years record. Both reached over 36.5 degrees Celsius. I did not do much today, didn't feel like to do anything. I only went to Academy... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Oct 2006 10:20 PM | read this entry
October 8, 2006
Muslim cabbies refuse to carry blind passengers
Now, this is something interesting. From this morning's Weekend Sunrise. Muslim taxi drivers in Melbourne refused to carry blind passengers and their guide dogs, they said it's against their religion. Many Muslims complained that they were discriminated against, but, who... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Oct 2006 4:11 PM | read this entry
October 4, 2006
Boxer drops boxers for bout
Saw this interesting news, a boxer decided to strip to make sure he's in the right category for the boxing. Every tiny thing counts. Panamanian Celestino Caballero has stripped naked to avoid missing out on a shot at a boxing... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Oct 2006 2:26 PM | read this entry
September 20, 2006
the story behind Naomi Robson's mission, part 2
Few days ago, I mentioned Naomi Robson and the real story about Naomi's mission. On Monday, ABC's Mediawatch had some report on this Channel 7 vs Channel 9 on Wawa story, Why 7 Ate 9 OR Wawa's TV Dinner.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Sep 2006 2:54 PM | read this entry
September 15, 2006
the real story behind Naomi Robson's mission
I mentioned Naomi Robson on the other day about her disappearance from Today Tonight. She and her four crews were on an assignment to West Papua to save a boy Channel Nine's 60 Minutes covered four months ago but the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Sep 2006 9:11 PM | read this entry
September 14, 2006
what happened to Naomi Robson?
So what happened to Channel 7 Today Tonight's host Naomi Robson? Samantha Armytage has been filling in for Naomi since Monday night. Today Tonight only said Naomi was on assignment. According to News.com.au, Robson ran-in with Indonesian authorities. She and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Sep 2006 12:14 PM | read this entry
September 10, 2006
Irwin and Brocky
This week could be a sad week for many Australians. Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin died on Monday. On Friday, Peter Brock "Peter Perfect", a legend in Australian moter racing sport, was killed in a car accident. Steve Irwin died while... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Sep 2006 10:05 PM | read this entry
less is more, the Coke chapter
Coca-Cola has new designs of the Cokes, all three major flavours. The new design is thinner, taller, and is said to be targeted at women on their 20s who want to buy smaller cans when they are on the go.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Sep 2006 4:28 PM | read this entry
September 6, 2006
Steve Irwin and media coverage
Steve "Crocodile Hunter" Irwin died on Monday morning around 11:30am (4th Sept 2006). He was filming a television program on the Great Barrier Reef off far north Queensland when the drama unfolded yesterday. Mr Irwin was killed by a stingray... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Sep 2006 2:08 PM | read this entry
August 30, 2006
future teacher put a toddler in dryer
What do you do when you babysit a 14-month old baby? Samuel Siddall, 21, had a smart idea - putting the baby in a cloth dryer and turning it on. I think the girl can be dried with cloth or... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Aug 2006 2:54 PM | read this entry
August 27, 2006
bye bye Pluto; Xena did not make into the list
Not Disney's Pluto (as shown on the right) is leaving us, but the planet Pluto is being downgraded to dwarf planet. Pluto was stripped of its status as a planet on Thursday when astronomers from around the world redefined it... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Aug 2006 8:11 AM | read this entry
August 25, 2006
UK cows have an accent
Some Britons have UK accent, even the cows. UK farmers said their cows are mooing with an accent. Here's the 30 second video clip. Here's an interesting news from 7News. (click the QuickTime Player screenshot above to watch the 30... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Aug 2006 8:10 AM | read this entry
August 23, 2006
simplier daylight saving in Australia
Currently, only south-eastern states in Australia observe daylight saving, and the start date and end date are all different. In most states observing daylight saving, it starts from last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March exact Tasmania... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Aug 2006 10:43 AM | read this entry
August 16, 2006
Prince Harry on The Sun again
Another news about His Royal Highness Prince Harry, the third in line to the throne. This time, he grabbed a pretty blonde's boob on a drunken night out with big brother William and their mates. We haven't forgotten Prince Harry... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Aug 2006 10:10 AM | read this entry
July 28, 2006
Lance Bass is out
Last week, I reported Former Savage Garden frontman Darren Hayes was out. Today's entertainment news... the former 'N Sync member Lance Bass is out. He's not ashamed, but it took him a long time to really think about how he... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Jul 2006 9:31 AM | read this entry
July 27, 2006
Visa, now accepted everywhere, including Monopoly
My all time favourite board game - Monopoly - is adopting new technology... Visa Debit cards. Players can now pay for their properties and expensive hotel staying with Debit Cards instead of Monopoly money. I can't deny using “Debit... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Jul 2006 6:36 PM | read this entry
July 25, 2006
Hyde Park fig trees to go
Sydney's Hyde Park's iconic fig trees will be cut down due to risk to public. Sydney City Council said more than 200 fig trees will go, and it will take 50 years to restore to today's look. What happened... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Jul 2006 7:46 PM | read this entry
July 20, 2006
Premier threatens kids to give up seats
As from yesterday, New South Wales students are required to give up their seats for elderly passengers. Under the rules, students will be forced to vacate seats for the elderly and frail and for pregnant women. It sounds fair, but... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 20 Jul 2006 8:05 AM | read this entry
July 19, 2006
Oprah is not, Savage Garden is out
According to CNN, US television talk show queen Oprah Winfrey has moved to quash rumours about her relationship with her best friend, saying she is not gay. In the August issue of O, the Oprah Magazine, the talk-show host... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Jul 2006 3:20 PM | read this entry
July 11, 2006
steam was faster than today's electric train
Steam train 100 years ago vs today's electric train: According to official timetables, steam train was faster! Steam trains were slow and noisy, but it was faster than today's electric train, according to last night's 7News. Technology has improved, and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Jul 2006 9:56 AM | read this entry
July 5, 2006
7 kids to 7 mums in 7 years
Well, no Prison Break tonight due to State of Origin (New South Wales V Queensland). A 21-year-old British has been given birth to 7 kids with 7 different girls in 7 years. News.com.au has the story. According to the report,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Jul 2006 10:18 AM | read this entry
July 4, 2006
sometimes you don't want to read news
There are times people agree no news is good news. Yesterday's news, Mother jailed for sex with son's mate (News.com.au). An Adelaide woman has been sentenced to jailed for seducing her son's 15-year-old school friend and having sex with him... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Jul 2006 9:42 AM | read this entry
June 26, 2006
naughty goat demoted
A goat named Billy has been demoted, according to News.com.au. Billy belongs to a British army battalion. Billy Goat has been demoted to "fusilier" (private), because he was naughty in a parade. That goat has been a mascot goat since... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jun 2006 5:56 PM | read this entry
June 23, 2006
Superman Returns; and he's not gay
Superman returns, and Apple is given away free exclusive premiere scene of Superman Returns Last year I reported that Superman was filming in Sydney, not all shops were happy with their filming. Later, Superman filming crews' radio system was hacked.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Jun 2006 2:30 PM | read this entry
June 13, 2006
Socceroos won; no rating
Last night, Australia (Socceroos) beats Japan 3 to 1 in 2006 World Cup. SBS is the official broadcaster in Australia. The problem... AGB Nielsen Media Research which conducts the ratings on behalf of the Oztam group was unable to provide... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Jun 2006 4:53 PM | read this entry
June 8, 2006
‘Gay’ means ‘rubbish’
According to BBC, the word ‘gay’ in addition to being used to mean ‘homosexual’ or ‘carefree’, was often now used to mean ‘lame’ or ‘rubbish’. (Source: Times Online) Actually, I've heard this usage, e.g. it’s gay, and I might have... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Jun 2006 9:44 AM | read this entry
May 13, 2006
Teri dumped?
Gossip time. According to New Idea report, Deperate Housewives star Teri Hatcher has been dumped by boyfriend Ryan Seacrest, the host of the American Idol, by phone.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 May 2006 9:42 AM | read this entry
May 11, 2006
iGod?
Australian MP3 player lets you download godcasts, instead of podcasts.
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Posted by Antony on 11 May 2006 9:46 AM | read this entry
May 6, 2006
brave little Sophie was hit again
Sydney's 5 year old girl Sophie Delezio was hit by a car yesterday. She was horrifically injured when a car crashed into her daycare centre in December 2003. She was only 2. In December 2003's accident, Sophie Delezio was severely... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 May 2006 8:41 AM | read this entry
April 27, 2006
Jesus did not walk through water?
In the last week, I had quite a few bible/Christian related blog entries. The Bible (Gospel of John) says that Jesus walked on water. The professor at Florida State University in Tallahassee had a new theory. Netscape News has a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Apr 2006 9:23 AM | read this entry
April 18, 2006
the fashionable Pope blames Jews, rejects scientific discovery
The high fashionable Pope Benedict XVI who wears Prada shoes and Gucci sunglasses blames Judas still. He refuses to accept the scientific evidences. The Age reports. What did Pope refuse to acknowledge? Some thing recently discovered that Judas Iscariot was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Apr 2006 7:09 AM | read this entry
March 30, 2006
fight between State government and Federal government
The New South Wales (NSW) Government launched a 400 thousand dollar campaign against Federal Government. NSW Treasurer Michael Costa yesterday launched a television and newspaper advertising campaign that claims his state is being robbed of billions of dollars worth of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Mar 2006 8:58 AM | read this entry
March 29, 2006
Harry Potter on Sunrise tomorrow
A good news to all Harry Potter fans, the entire cast and crew of Harry Potter is coming to Sunrise and will have a special interview in Channel Seven's Sunrise morning news programme. Don't miss it out! The exclusive... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 29 Mar 2006 10:54 AM | read this entry
March 28, 2006
the real cost of an Xbox 360
The new Xbox 360 is out in Australia, and it's advertised for AU$ 499 (only). But will you settle for that? At AU$ 499, you only have the core system, no games. There are the accessories - practically compulsory -... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Mar 2006 8:30 AM | read this entry
March 26, 2006
The Games is over; the sun won't set
Okay, guys, the Commonwealth Games is over, and switch back to Channel Seven and watch Desperate Housewives on 8:40PM tomorrow night. Last Monday, Desperate Housewives did pretty well on retaining audience, so did Commander in Chief. Tomorrow night on Housewives,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Mar 2006 10:09 AM | read this entry
March 24, 2006
housewives and the first lady were still hot
Nine Network has the broadcasting right of this year's Commonwealth Games, Monday night, it crunched with Channel Seven's Desperate Housewives and Commander in Chief. Nine's coverage were the number 1 during prime time, but Desperate Housewives scored the highest audience... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Mar 2006 12:53 PM | read this entry
March 23, 2006
lucky, Latham was not elected
The would-be Australia Prime Minister and former Labor leader Mark Latham, who punched a Daily Telegraph photographer in January this year, has chosen to ignore the Australian juridical system... refusing to attend his own charges in the court yesterday. Instead,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Mar 2006 1:17 PM | read this entry
March 14, 2006
Queen Elizabeth II was in Sydney
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II first came to Sydney 52 years ago. Opera House wasn't there then. In October 1973, she opened the Sydney Opera House. Yesterday, she opened the Western Collenade, an extension to the Opera House. The Queen... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Mar 2006 8:34 AM | read this entry
March 10, 2006
U2 tour postponed
U2 has postponed the world tour in Auckland, Australia and Hawaii. U2's international promoter The Next Adventure and local agent Michael Coppel said: "This action is unavoidable due to the illness of an immediate family member of the band." The... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Mar 2006 2:02 PM | read this entry
March 7, 2006
this Commonwealth Games will be very watchable
Thorpedo is out Today's news. World record holder, and five-time Olympic gold medallist is out this Commonwealth Games. They said he's sick. Thorpe out of Commonwealth Games (7 News March 7 2006) Ian Thorpe will not compete in the next... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 Mar 2006 4:36 PM | read this entry
February 28, 2006
you can't buy eggs if you are under 18, cop says
Today's news, Police have been advocating the unlawful request in supermarkets, fast-food outlets and service stations, asking shopkeepers not to sell eggs to youth. The Daily Telegraph reported the story. A few youth in a boring town in NSW, Picton,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Feb 2006 1:35 PM | read this entry
February 26, 2006
Jesse's in Sydney
US sex symbol Jesse Metcalfe, best known for his TV character John Rowland in Desperate Housewives was in Sydney today. And he caused a mini-riot in Sydney's Bondi beach when he stripped down to his boardshorts to enjoy the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Feb 2006 10:20 PM | read this entry
February 18, 2006
two lives shamefully saved
Today's news, two Australians on death row in Vietnam from the firing squad. Who were those two? The two are Nguyen Van Chinh, 45, of Sydney, and Mai Cong Thanh, 46, of Melbourne. Why were they arrested? Thanh, a 46-year-old... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Feb 2006 7:01 PM | read this entry
February 12, 2006
Barbie and Ken to reunion?
Two years ago, I reported Ken and Barbie to split? Barbie broke up with her old boyfriend, Ken, she was with Blaine. Barbie and Ken split like the real life, and the new romance with Blaine ended. (Well, it's closer... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 12 Feb 2006 3:52 PM | read this entry
February 2, 2006
Brad Pitt wants a gay role?
We all know Christians were not happy about this year's Globes with Brokeback Mountain, a film about the love story between two gay Wyoming cowboys won four awards; Philip Seymour Hoffman, named Best Actor for his portrayal of the homosexual... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Feb 2006 7:42 PM | read this entry
January 21, 2006
christians not happy with Golden Globes
Continued from the Golden Globe Awards, Christians are not happy, as expected. Awards should be approved by Christian groups? WTF. Brokeback Mountain, a film about the love story between two gay Wyoming cowboys won four awards; Philip Seymour Hoffman, named... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jan 2006 9:11 AM | read this entry
January 19, 2006
Jesse Metcalfe coming to Australia
TV's sexiest gardener is coming to Sydney and Melbourne! Jesse Metcalfe, best known for his role- John Rowland in Desperate Housewives, a gardener who had secret affair with Gabrielle Solis, is coming to Sydney and Melbourne for 10 days for... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Jan 2006 4:22 PM | read this entry
January 14, 2006
America was discovered by Chinese
America was discovered by Chinese!? According to this BBC News report. It was discovered by Chinese mariner and explorer Zheng He Much sometime before 1418, much earlier than Columbus (1492). The evidence? The map is said to be a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Jan 2006 8:56 PM | read this entry
January 10, 2006
Brokeback Mountain banned
The movie Brokeback Mountain is considered way too gay, and it has been banned in two US states. News.com.au reports. The film will be shown in Australia on Australia Day (26th January). update Ban angers Heath (News.com.au 11 Jan 06):... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Jan 2006 5:11 PM | read this entry
December 23, 2005
santa Pope
Pope Benedict XVI wears not only Prada shoes and Gucci sunglasses, but now a Santa hat. BBC News reports. According to the Vatican, the hat has a name, but who cares... we all know what a Santa hat looks... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Dec 2005 9:41 AM | read this entry
December 22, 2005
what a joke?
Last week, they told people to stay away from beaches. They questioned everybody and search every vehicles going to beach areas. They even had the power to confiscate mobile phones. Now, they are calling people to go back to the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Dec 2005 12:39 PM | read this entry
December 17, 2005
Sydney beaches filled with 2000 police
Continued from Sydney (Cronulla) beach riots, a week after the Cronulla riots, Sydney's beaches were very quiet today. Under siege ... police march across Cronulla beach (picture taken from The Daily Telegraph.) Today was very hot during day time, six... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Dec 2005 11:50 PM | read this entry
December 14, 2005
over-powered NSW Police?
NSW Police are to gain more power over this Sydney riots. Under the laws, police will be able to lock down parts of Sydney and search and confiscate vehicles – measures aimed at ending night-time "smash and bash" raids by... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Dec 2005 2:38 PM | read this entry
comment from a reader
Continued from yesterday's blog entry, Sydney beach riots. A reader of AntBlog701 left a comment few days ago on the account of Sydney riots. He has a good point. Hey, I am an 18 yr old white male from sydney,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Dec 2005 10:44 AM | read this entry
December 13, 2005
Sydney beach riots
February last year (2004), I reported the Sydney riots in Redfern. This time, it was not the Aboriginals, but the white youth against Middle Eastern people in Sydney's Cronulla Beach last weekend. "Lebs and wogs" to were targeted to be... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Dec 2005 12:34 PM | read this entry
December 6, 2005
the high-fashion Pope Benedict
From The Bosh, Pope Benedict XVI is nothing short of a religious-fashion icon, riding in the Popemobile with red Prada loafers under his cassock and Gucci shades. Well, this new Pope is here to say gluttony and high-fashion is not... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Dec 2005 10:02 PM | read this entry
November 15, 2005
to conduct jihad, get mum's approval first!
According to The Australian, Mums' permission needed for plan (15 Nov, 2005), those Muslim terrorists must seek their parents' permission first before any terror activities. (screenshot from The Australian website) The story started that the Government changed laws on anti-terrorism... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Nov 2005 1:24 PM | read this entry
November 10, 2005
guy in the basement got fired, Desperate Housewives
According to the Associated Press and The Mercury News, the actor Page Kennedy (Caleb) has been fired from Desperate Housewives due to improper conduct. We don't know what kind of improper conduct. In an Associated Press interview last month, Kennedy,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 10 Nov 2005 3:17 PM | read this entry
November 8, 2005
Vatican wants more kids, not our ladies in Wisteria Lane
Well, at least not Gabrielle Solis, she did not want to have a baby. Mrs Solis has a baby due to Carlos messed her birth control pills, the baby could be Carlos' or John's. Vatican beatified Eurosia Fabris, known as... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Nov 2005 9:05 AM | read this entry
October 30, 2005
from warrior princess to vampire bats
Lucy Lawless, best known for her role in staring Xena: The Warrior Princess, will be staring in CBS TV-movie "Vampire Bats." For more detail: Lucy Lawless tackles 'Vampire Bats' (CNN.com, October 28, 2005)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Oct 2005 12:39 PM | read this entry
October 27, 2005
Rosa Parks, 1913-2005
By law, she was required to vacate her seat to Caucasians on a bus. She refused. She was arrested, fingerprinted, and fined. This black woman who refused to give up her seat to a white passed away on 24th... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Oct 2005 6:03 PM | read this entry
October 7, 2005
Sir Henry Neville, the author Shakespeare's Plays?
Last year, I wrote a blog entry - Shakespeare did not write his plays?, according to “Much Ado About Something” programme, Christopher Marlowe was the real author. Now, there are more evidences that William Shakespeare did not write his plays,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 Oct 2005 9:57 AM | read this entry
October 6, 2005
Eva Longoria visiting Melbourne Derby Day
Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria (Gabrielle Solis) will be an official guest of department store Myer will be seen at Flemington racecourse. Longoria, who plays adulterous vixen Gabrielle in the hit series, will attend Derby Day in Melbourne as the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Oct 2005 7:07 PM | read this entry
October 4, 2005
who has crossed the line?
According to AustralianIT report, Sony was forced to apologise for a PlayStation advertising campaign which featured a young man wearing a crown of thorns with the slogan "Ten years of passion." Again, the Catholics have complained again. What's wrong with... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Oct 2005 2:00 PM | read this entry
September 27, 2005
New York's gay penguins are now straight
According to this News.com.au's report, Central Park Zoo's famous gay penguin couple - Silo and Roy, now split up, and Silo is with a new female penguin.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Sep 2005 1:49 PM | read this entry
September 16, 2005
dog shoots man
An interesting news from News.com.au: Dog shoots man A TUSSLE over prey between a Bulgarian hunter and his hound ended when the dog shot the man. The man lost his temper and began beating his Deutsch-Drahthaar hunting dog with a... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Sep 2005 2:31 PM | read this entry
September 9, 2005
"your son is in jail" = best news in town?
According to News.com.au, the mother of an Australian man feared dead in the hurricane-devastated city of New Orleans was thrilled to learn her son was jailed and was well in the States. A south-eastern Melbourne man was arrested in New... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Sep 2005 12:43 PM | read this entry
September 1, 2005
Wisteria Lane is far more popular than Vatican City
Well, this is not really a news, but new to me. Yesterday I was posting an entry for History of Today, the content was Princess Diana's death. Then I noticed that Princess Diana's funeral was one of the most watched... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Sep 2005 9:17 PM | read this entry
August 31, 2005
racist political leader's suicide bid?
What tactic was that? Former Liberal Party NSW leader John Brogden called former NSW Premier's Malaysian-born wife a "mail-order bride" and behaved badly towards two female journalists at a function in July. He resigned his political leader on Tuesday. Yesterday,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 31 Aug 2005 1:35 PM | read this entry
August 25, 2005
live episodes of Will & Grace
On 29th September, Will & Grace will kick off its eighth and final season by doing two separate live telecasts at 8:30pm Eastern and Pacific times. That's two lives for two (US) coasts. Will & Grace fans, don't miss... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 25 Aug 2005 10:13 PM | read this entry
August 24, 2005
Michael Jackson's accuser charged
As we all know, the entire Michael Jackson case was simply due to that greedy parent. The good news? Los Angeles County prosecutors today filed five felony charges of welfare fraud and perjury against the mother of Michael Jackson's teenage... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Aug 2005 5:26 PM | read this entry
August 20, 2005
Marcia Cross, desperate no more
Desperate Housewives star - Marcia Cross, is headed for real-life matrimony with her stockbroker boyfriend Tom Mahoney.
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Posted by Antony on 20 Aug 2005 3:56 PM | read this entry
August 4, 2005
Superman's walkie talkie got hacked in Sydney
Few months ago, I reported Superman was in Sydney. Today another related news... Man of steal (was "steel"), the filming of Superman was halted because the radio frequency was being played by some thieves for making funs. Someone shouting out... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Aug 2005 1:46 PM | read this entry
July 27, 2005
keeping those noisy kids quiet?
an Australian primary school has a smart way simple, tape kids' mouths up with masking tapes. From News.com.au, Kids' mouths 'taped shut': Parents at a primary school have forced an inquiry into why a teacher's assistant put masking tape over... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Jul 2005 4:22 PM | read this entry
July 24, 2005
Tony Blair's make-up
From News.com.au's report: Blair's beauty secrets revealed: The secret of Prime Minister Tony Blair famous all-year healthy glow has been revealed - he spends almost twice as much on make-up as the average British woman. Figures released by Downing Street... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Jul 2005 5:47 PM | read this entry
July 21, 2005
Sabrina can cast her spells legally
Sabrina the teenage witch can now cast her spells legally in Victoria, according to News.com.au's report. However, the law also says anyone who "pretends from his skill or knowledge in any occult or crafty science to discover where or in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jul 2005 5:12 PM | read this entry
July 8, 2005
Chinese traitor granted AU permanent visa
London was under terror attack yesterday, and a very sad news in Australia today was a Chinese traitor granted Australian visa. From News.com.au, [t]he Chen family was delighted by the news and wanted to thank the Australian public for its... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 08 Jul 2005 7:25 PM | read this entry
June 26, 2005
Israel apologise
Finally Israel apologised. It took 15 months for Israeli government to apologise spy scandal. What happened? In March 2004, New Zealand arrested two Mossad agents, Uriel Zoshe Kelman and Eli Cara. Those two spies obtained New Zealand passports fraudulently. They... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jun 2005 11:53 PM | read this entry
June 22, 2005
more on this Chinese traitor
Yesterday I reported that Australian government issued a visa for a Chinese traitor. Today's news, he is selling more top secrets for asylum. Shame this traitor. The story he sold today? The case of one Chinese official whose son was... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Jun 2005 1:09 PM | read this entry
June 21, 2005
Australian government issues a visa for Chinese traitor
From today's news, Chen 'fears being sent home' (News.com.au, 21 June 2005). Mr Yonglin Chen was gained a temporary visa in Australia. So who is Younglin Chen? He was a Chinese diplomat, he abandoned his job in Chinese consulate-general in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jun 2005 10:11 PM | read this entry
June 14, 2005
Michael Jackson is innocent
(screenshot from News.com.au website.) Michael Jackson is innocent. It was that greedy mother, who had a history of trying to con celebrities, accused Jackson of molestation only when she realised she would not profit from the star. Michael Jackson... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Jun 2005 12:36 PM | read this entry
June 4, 2005
4th June
I don't usually talk about politics, but I read Not Blogspot: Entry 6: Tiananmen and more from Neil's journal, which I disagree completely. The Australian: China in talks to buy our uranium [June 04, 2005] On June 3 and 4,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Jun 2005 12:04 PM | read this entry
June 2, 2005
Shame on Australians
The story (fact): Schapelle Corby got caught in an Indonesian airport of smuggling drugs. (Corby was arrested on October 8 2004 for allegedly trying to smuggle 4.1 kg (9.0 lb) of high quality marijuana from Australia to Bali.) The usual... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Jun 2005 4:32 AM | read this entry
April 16, 2005
Superman in Sydney
Not all are swooning over man of steel (The Sun-Herald) Superman's new movie Superman Returens was filming in Sydney's street today. Brandon Routh is the new Superman or Clark Kent. Desperate Housewives star Terri Hatcher is not Lois Lane in... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Apr 2005 7:01 PM | read this entry
April 9, 2005
friends at funeral
The world is focus on the Late Pope John Paul II's funeral. There's another funeral in Los Angeles, attended by superstars. The funeral of Johnnie L. Cochran, Jr. Johnnie Cochran was base known as the successful defence lawyer in the... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Apr 2005 12:23 AM | read this entry
April 4, 2005
John Paul II's stats
Some stats about Pope John Paul II: Obituary: Pope John Paul II (BBC News): But, to his critics, John Paul II was the arch-conservative - an autocrat whose pronouncements on abortion, contraception and women's rights have had an effect on... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 04 Apr 2005 3:40 AM | read this entry
April 3, 2005
spamming by the creator of popular WordPress
Matt Mullenweg spammed on his high rated WordPress website secretly.
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Posted by Antony on 03 Apr 2005 10:49 PM | read this entry
March 31, 2005
the future king to have illegal marriage?
Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles' marriage is not legal?
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Posted by Antony on 31 Mar 2005 1:57 PM | read this entry
March 29, 2005
two stupid bandits
NSW teenagers who robbed US$171,000 from a US bank photographed themselves in a toilet with the stolen cash.
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Posted by Antony on 29 Mar 2005 12:42 AM | read this entry
March 22, 2005
the divorced mother of two will be the queen
According to British Government, when HRH Prince Charles succeeds to the throne, the divorced mother of two (referred to as "the Rottweiler" by the Late Princess Diana) will be the Queen automatically. They will be King and Queen of Australia.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Mar 2005 12:25 PM | read this entry
January 15, 2005
Prince Harry
Prince Harry, born 15th Sept 1984, is the third in line to the throne, after his father and his older brother. Recent news about Prince Harry? He wore a Nazi custome (a swastika sign) in his friend's birthday party that... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Jan 2005 4:49 PM | read this entry
January 5, 2005
girlfriends for hire
There's a new kind of business in China, providing an invaluable service for the new generations. Those who haven't had girlfriends, and have nagging parents.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Jan 2005 5:12 PM | read this entry
January 2, 2005
tsunami = God's punishment, religions said
According to this News.com.au report, It was a message from above, the recent tsunami tragedy is the punishment from God. From Anglican, "Disasters are part of His warning that judgment is coming," From Islam, "Islam teaches that when we do... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Jan 2005 8:34 PM | read this entry
December 23, 2004
Victoria Police refuses to apology
Victoria Police performed a roadside drug test on John de Jong. The test showed positive, however, a more accurate laboratory test (which is the final conclusive result) showed negative. Victoria Police named and shamed John de Jong by accusing John... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Dec 2004 1:27 PM | read this entry
December 22, 2004
violent kids
News.com.au has an interesting story... Teen gang beats up Santa Claus for what? Just some candies. Violent kids.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Dec 2004 1:12 PM | read this entry
November 22, 2004
speedos vs board shorts
According to News.com.au's stories: Time to burn the budgies and Verdict: boardies v Speedos Let's see what women on beach say: "Men who wear Speedos should be culled or arrested for indecent exposure, especially the fat hairy ones who walk... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 22 Nov 2004 10:16 AM | read this entry
November 19, 2004
people do anything in order to get into jail
Well, in the later stage of Monopoly game, we all want to stay in the jail, if we have a few properties, but to risk to travel around the board. A homeless man robbed a service station so he could... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Nov 2004 4:58 PM | read this entry
October 27, 2004
Muslim woman threatens the court
A Muslim woman refuses to reveal her face and now threatens the court. Not that I have problem with Muslims, but they are too far off. They disrespect about the laws. Earlier I reported in drivers license, religions, debate (AntBlog701)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 27 Oct 2004 2:04 PM | read this entry
October 11, 2004
Christopher Reeve RIP
Chirstopher Reeve, the star of the Superman movies paralysed in a near-fatal riding accident nine years ago, has died of heart failure on 10th October 2004. He was 52. Christopher Reeve September 25, 1952 - October 10, 2004 (heart failure)... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 11 Oct 2004 8:03 PM | read this entry
October 9, 2004
election today
Australians vote today! Nice photo from news.com.au.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 09 Oct 2004 1:17 PM | read this entry
September 18, 2004
Macaulay Culkin jailed
Well, I think the following quote from News.com.au said it all. FORMER child star Macaulay Culkin had been arrested on drug charges, US authorities said today. The 24-year-old actor, best known for his role in the movie Home Alone and... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Sep 2004 7:54 PM | read this entry
September 17, 2004
Thorpedo sports drink and he's not gay
Australian swimming hero Ian Thrope is to launch his brand in health food, and he said that he's not gay for the second time. This might disappoint the gay community... "I have answered the question once (before) and I don't... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Sep 2004 3:26 PM | read this entry
August 6, 2004
only AU$1000 to punch a cop
Based on the result from the court. A 22-year-old rugby player punched an off-duty police was fined today for AU$2000 (AU$1000 each for affray and assault causing actual bodily harm to Const Allen). And no he does not need... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 06 Aug 2004 11:43 PM | read this entry
July 7, 2004
Queen pays tribute to Diana, finally
The Queen acknowledged that she had difficult times with Late Princess Diana, finally. The news today, an oval granite water feature in Hyde Park is opened as a tribute to Late Princess Diana. (News.com.au news link) As you all know,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 07 Jul 2004 1:31 AM | read this entry
July 5, 2004
Police = liar?
Recall the February entry, Sydney riot last night. It said, on Saturday, one 17-year old Aboriginal youth was chased by police when he fell off his bike and was impaled on a fence. Police of course denied. Today's news, witnesses... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Jul 2004 11:40 PM | read this entry
June 18, 2004
best news in town
followed by yesterday's exciting news Those two girls move out! Actually, I saw them carrying a few paper boxes home few days ago, and there were lots of noise from their rooms in the last days. But, I was too... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 18 Jun 2004 8:06 PM | read this entry
June 17, 2004
exciting news
those girls who share a phone line with me decided not to share the phone line and broadband connection anymore :-) They are those who have issue with me regarding the Herbalife, and two of them only share one single... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 17 Jun 2004 11:42 PM | read this entry
June 15, 2004
Steve Irwin - you've done it again!
Few months ago, I reported Steve Irwin and his baby Bob's croc feeding story, Steve made himself famous by holding his then one-month-old baby 1 metre away from a 4 metre crocodile, He refused to apologise but defended his actions.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Jun 2004 3:59 AM | read this entry
April 19, 2004
Shakespeare did not write his plays?
much ado about something, work of William Shakespeare was the biggest and most successful fraud ever? Shakespeare's work was done by Christopher Marlowe?
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Posted by Antony on 19 Apr 2004 12:17 PM | read this entry
April 5, 2004
Japan, Korea and China on new Linux
Japan, China and South Korea will consider standardising ways to use the free Linux operating system as a viable alternative to Microsoft Windows, a Japanese government spokesmans said. Earlier I mentioned Microsoft was complaining Asian countries about new OS. Despite... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Apr 2004 7:58 PM | read this entry
March 24, 2004
iPod was the culprit and weapon
2000 songs stored in iPod would certainly take most people quite a while to collect. And if your 2000 songs got erased by your boyfriend, what would you do? According to Headlined News LP, LLLP., A Memphis woman was arrested... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Mar 2004 12:49 PM | read this entry
March 23, 2004
Steve Irwin still refuses to apologise
Early this year, I posted Steve Irwin and his baby Bob issue in SillyDog701 Message Centre. I was focused on biased media in Australia at first. It has been more than 2 months, and he's still defending his baby Bob... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 23 Mar 2004 6:53 PM | read this entry
March 15, 2004
unethical - Microsoft Office to govt. workers
This is an extended version of this SillyDog701 article, with more personal view. According to this C|net report, Microsoft is sending free copies of its flagship products to US government employees. The gifts have street value of USD500 per copy.... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 15 Mar 2004 8:34 PM | read this entry
March 5, 2004
racist NSW police
NSW police's internal email system is circulating racist slurs against Aboriginal people, found after two weeks after the death of 17 year old boy which caused riots in Sydney. The contents of the email, found in four regional stations including... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 05 Mar 2004 12:28 AM | read this entry
March 2, 2004
it's wise to carry a spare battery
... or you might get arrested when you charge your laptop in public. A 23-year-old travelling Greenpeace activist arrested last year for plugging his Apple iBook into a railway station power socket. He apparently low on battery power. The electricity... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 02 Mar 2004 2:36 PM | read this entry
March 1, 2004
extreme makeover on Lenin
According to this News.com.au report Lenin is going to have another extreme makeover. Well, I am not a historian, I don't know much about Vladimir Lenin, but the preservation of Lenin's corpse is something interesting. He died some 80 years... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Mar 2004 1:22 PM | read this entry
February 28, 2004
police stop Michael Jackson at Wal-Mart
Edward sent me this interesting news, Police Stop Michael Jackson at Wal-Mart (Foxnews, 27 Feb 04) An employee called police after the masked man shopped in the store Tuesday, police Lt. Bill Kimminau said. The employee gave a description of... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 28 Feb 2004 5:16 PM | read this entry
February 24, 2004
a queer ire for the garbage guys
Kate Jones reports on News.com.au (24 Feb 2004) Gay couple Jason Lawrence and Paul Donoghue say their sexuality led to a breakdown with the local council over rubbish collection. They are taking legal action against their local garbos over claims... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 24 Feb 2004 6:37 PM | read this entry
February 19, 2004
asylum seekers come to Australia, Aussies flee to US
Asylum seekers come to Australia, Aussies flee to US! Yes, it is official, according to this 'Persecuted' Aussies flee to US (By Mark Dunn, News.com.au, 19th Feb, 2004) Privacy reasons prevent authorities detailing specific arguments used by Australians for asylum,... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 19 Feb 2004 3:59 PM | read this entry
February 16, 2004
Sydney riot last night
"A day of racial tension spilled over into an evening of violence on the streets of Redfern in inner Sydney last night." Racial tension? What? It said, on Saturday, one 17-year old Aboriginal youth was chased by police when he... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 16 Feb 2004 12:16 PM | read this entry
February 14, 2004
twas all John Kerry's fault?
Okay, not really John Kerry, but it started with the US Presidential Election (2004) thread. A while back, Josh posted a poll about US Presidential Election. Three days later, one of SillyDog701 member, Ryan, informed us John Kerry supports gay... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 14 Feb 2004 8:19 PM | read this entry
February 13, 2004
Ken and Barbie to split?
Okay, I know most boys don't play Barbie, and might wonder who Ken is. Ken is, actually was, Barbie's boyfriend for 43 years. Who do blame? Blaine the Aussie boogie boarder perhaps. So, like most celebrities, Ken and Barbie are... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 13 Feb 2004 12:21 PM | read this entry
January 27, 2004
world's richest refugee - billionaire
A Russian billionaire now has a refugee status in Britain.
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Posted by Antony on 27 Jan 2004 4:12 PM | read this entry
January 26, 2004
MikeRoweSoft is now MikeRoweForums
Sadly MikeRoweSoft.com is now owned by Microsoft. The original MikeRoweSoftDesign is now MikeRoweForums mikeroweforums.com. News articles: Teen agrees to change name of his Web site (Star-Telegram.com) and Teen sees happy ending in row over Web site (Times Colonist) The 17-year-old... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 26 Jan 2004 7:10 PM | read this entry
January 21, 2004
Microsoft has admitted it took things too seriously after bad publicity
Microsoft has admitted it took things 'too seriously' when its lawyers threatened a 17-year-old student Mike Rowe over his domain name (MikeRoweSoft.com). So, Microsoft admitted it after the case received widespread coverage (a.k.a. bad publicity) on the Internet. Microsoft still... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jan 2004 11:43 AM | read this entry
Your name is Mike Rowe, you can't call your website MikeRoweSoft.com, says Microsoft
Microsoft is suing a 17-year-old student for MikeRoweSoft.com. Microsoft claimed they own it.
(read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 21 Jan 2004 12:41 AM | read this entry
October 30, 2003
Microsoft fires employee over G5 photos
Reported by MacNN Article, Michael Hanscom was fired because of his blog - Even Microsoft wants G5s. You can read his story in his blog. The presence of Macs on the Microsoft campus isn't a secret (for everything from graphic... (read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 30 Oct 2003 9:53 PM | read this entry
October 1, 2003
Microsoft was complaining
Microsoft was complaining
(read this entry)
Posted by Antony on 01 Oct 2003 7:20 PM | read this entry
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