The Perils of AI We need look no further than Terminator 2 - Judgement Day to see what could potentially happen if computers took over the world. Total devastation on a global scale - or at least, America. But then, doesn't America think it's the entire world? Skynet is what James Cameron envisioned could happen … Continue reading My Semi-Regular Rant
Top 10 Things Wrong with Scream 7
Warning, spoilers ahead. As a Gen-Xer who saw the original Scream at the cinemas in 1996, it's fair to say that I was excited to see the new movies. It took me a while to find Scream 5 because I didn't realise it was calling itself Scream like the original because it was a requel … Continue reading Top 10 Things Wrong with Scream 7
In Memoriam
Today I'd just like to honour a few people who have shuffled off this mortal coil recently. Because tomorrow is the first Big Freeze at the 'G without his presence, I'd like to say goodbye and Rest In Peace to Neale Daniher, last year's Australian of the Year for his superhuman effort over the past … Continue reading In Memoriam
Vindication for Michael Jackson – at last.
Michael - A review. Sort of. The new Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, is absolutely fantastic. In fact, I'd go out on a limb (but it would be a pretty short limb) and say that it's better than Bohemian Rhapsody. Being a massive Queen fan, that's a difficult thing to admit, but it's true. Yes, Rami … Continue reading Vindication for Michael Jackson – at last.
Best 100 first games ever played?!
Referred to by commentators as a genius and nicknamed 'the little champ', Collingwood star Nick Daicos played his heart out last night, particularly in the fourth quarter to help the Pies to a five point win in a thriller against arch-rivals Carlton. For the fans, it was a welcome win after consecutive losses. For Daicos, … Continue reading Best 100 first games ever played?!
My Semi-Regular Rant
Have we, as a society, become too reliant on technology? After watching Thursday's episode of The Pitt, wherein the ED shuts down all computers, internet, and related tech to prevent a cyber threat that has hit other hospitals, it certainly seems like the case. The older members of staff who can remember what it was … Continue reading My Semi-Regular Rant
Justice for Arnie? Not so much.
So regular readers of mine would know how angry I've been about the death of a gorgeous German Shepherd in Brisbane, Queensland, late last year. His 'owner', Nathan McKeown, went on a bender and left him in a hot car overnight. He then pretended the car was stolen, telling everyone, including family, friends, the media … Continue reading Justice for Arnie? Not so much.
The Rewatcher – True Blood
If you're a regular reader of my blog you'll know that I've been listening to The Rewatcher ever since I found out from my daughter that they were rewatching Buffy the Vampire Slayer, one of my all-time favourite TV shows. Well, after whatever 7 x 22 episodes adds up to, they've finally finished Buffy and … Continue reading The Rewatcher – True Blood
The end of an era…
Stop right now if you haven't seen the final season of Stranger Things, and you're gagging to but for some obscure reason you haven't - like for instance your internet keeps clapping out or you're on a trek through the Himalayas - because there are spoilers ahead. MAJOR spoilers. I guess the reason it feels … Continue reading The end of an era…
Charisma…
What is it? Who has it? And can you 'grow' it? I'm not sure what sparked my interest in this subject. Maybe it was the intangible, mystical energy of charisma itself that drew me, inexplicably, to my computer. Who knows, but what I do know is that it's that indefinable quality that you're either born … Continue reading Charisma…
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