Doctor saves himself

Here's another story that illustrates the fact that reality is stranger than fiction.

R.I.P - Joe Barbera

Sad news to hear that Joe Barbera (of Hanna-Barbera fame), a man whose creations bring countless moments of joy and laughter to kids and adults all over the world, is no longer with us.

Often we don't recognize the contribution of the many people like Joe who have made a significant impact in our life. I grew up watching Tom & Jerry - the antics of the little mouse outwitting the cat is stuff of animation legends. Not many people could have made a small concept of cat chasing a mouse into one of the world's most popular entertainment show.

With the co-creator Hanna also not any more with us, it is an end of a significant era. Goodbye Joe. You have left a long lasting legacy, but more than that you have made the priceless contribution of cheering up many young minds.

Bill Gates on Robotics

Bill Gates gives his vision of the future of robotics here. He compares the current robotics industry to the computer industry of the 1970s, discusses the challenges faced. Overall, it is a worthy read.

I have great respect for Microsoft, I do believe it is an exciting place to work for. I agree that some of its business practices have been highly questionable, but every organization in the world is like that, trying to dominate in their own fields by whatever tactical means possible.

It would be great if Microsoft focuses on some niche fields like robotics and try become a leading authority in it. It has to do a lot of catchup with Google in the online services, so there is a great need for it to be a market leader in a new field. Robotics and AI give the perfect opportunity to do so.

Quench your thirst NOW, ban on water coming soon

Waking up lazily today morning, I picked up the Times of India and the front page story was just the right medicine to get my weariness out. Here is the link to the online version.

Some of the lines are outrageously funny, none better than this. 'Colas with or without pesticides are harmful for health and should not be consumed. We want all forms of junk food like pizzas, chips, samosas and burgers banned from canteens'.

So what will the canteens sell? Oatmeals, anyone?
The health ministry is trying to keep up with the moral police. The article says that celebs should not endorse aerated drinks, but campaign against them.

Imagine Aamir Khan getting a phone call from the ministry with the official trying to educate him that no matter whether he personally verified that coke has a high standard of manufacturing, he needs to campaign against it because colas are inherently bad. And before hanging up, he would be said that a list of items that should not be endorsed by celebs is being prepared by the ministry and would be sent to them soon. And if Aamir khan dared to say 'F*** off', then he would get another call from the cultural ministry advising him on the appropriate etiquettes.

I am not a supporter of coke or junk food, but I would like to decide what I consume. What if someone tests the water being provided in the canteens and finds pesticides? Will the authorities ban water from being served?

Awaiting Champions League draw

Can't wait. With no major surprise in this year's group phase, Europe's top clubs are going to square up against each other. I would like to see a replay of Arsenal-Real Madrid. Last year Arsenal came on top but Madrid have improved a lot this year. There is a big chance that Madrid might be facing any of the English clubs since they finished second in their group behind Lyon.
For my other fancied team Chelsea, I hope they don't face Madrid. I don't want my two most favorite teams face each other so early.

Google Monopoly??

Interesting to read.

And for those who want to understand how google search works, this might help

Fun with George Bush

Bush has been the butt of many jokes and this is one really cool satirical site on Bush's theocracy.
Check it out -> H.E.R.B