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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

Posted by Antony on 17 Feb 2008 1:15 PM | read this entry

February 10, 2008

The Week It Was, 10 Feburary 2008

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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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.

(read this entry)

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)

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