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Berlin FritzPosted: 08 April 2006Last Updated: 14 April 2006
Apparently he went through a green light as well*Fritz von A British Embassy spokesperson said "we don't want anything to do with this man, he's a known menace constantly sleeping at the wheel":not to mention chomping at the bit, though I ain't sayin...
arf005Posted: 07 April 2006Last Updated: 13 April 2006
Sorry to go on again about camera's, yet again, for those that have followed my previous thoughts...But it seems we are getting somewhere, yeah, I know I said that last time!!After much deliberation and handing, I've decided to go for the D70s over...
erik scothronPosted: 10 April 2006Last Updated: 13 April 2006
Following on from the cleverness vs. wisdom tangent on the maturity thread I submit the following:A friend of mine who lectures at Princeton asked me to review a book written by Princeton Professor Stephen L. Adler called ‘QUANTUM THEORY as an...
Phil CorkPosted: 12 April 2006Last Updated: 13 April 2006
After a fashion...
BigH47Posted: 28 March 2006Last Updated: 12 April 2006
I just noticed all the times in my Sky+ planner are now an hour wrong since we changed to BST.Also programmes that overrun arn't fully recorded ala Videoplus on the VCR.Anyone having similar problems?Howard
Gianluigi MazzoranaPosted: 09 April 2006Last Updated: 12 April 2006
Richard AdamsPosted: 04 April 2006Last Updated: 12 April 2006
Hi thereAnyone tried this?As I understand it the 2005 Bordeaux vintage is excellent. This is a good way to buy good quality wine at sensible prices. Also as an investment buying wine no longer attracts Capital Gains Tax. It seems like a win win...
SpockPosted: 07 April 2006Last Updated: 12 April 2006
I’m full of cold at the moment. To counter this I’ve popped a couple of lemsip’s in tablet form. I’m trying to make the most of it so I also opened a bottle of San Pedro Reserva Chardonnay (I hate white wine but it’s all...
Van the manPosted: 10 April 2006Last Updated: 12 April 2006
I certainly do not.Are we likely to see him shot in some back alley because he failed to pay a debt back? this depends on how bad his addiction is, I mean ok here we have a young lad with the world at his feet, and a wallet to carry around it.A while...
mdgPosted: 05 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
That people always talk about the sound they're getting from their systems. Hardly ever about the music, or at least how the music makes them feel...Am I missing the point? The one thing I've learned to expect from Naim systems is..Expect the music in...
J.N.Posted: 09 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
I seem to have lost the ability to do this.Anyone else?John.It seems that I can edit (but not delete) this one.Is there a time limit on editing one's own posts?And why is the 'Delete Post' option still not active?John.PS. My personal 'permissions' in...
fidelioPosted: 10 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
i have seen a lot of discussion on the forum on "mains," or juice from the wall, as being a critical factor. i have a dedicated line, or "spur," and a hospital grade plug. i agree w/ the general consensus that power conditioners are not the answer,...
ChillkramPosted: 09 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
....When Chelsea were 1-0 down and had a man sent off!!!
FisbeyPosted: 06 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
What constitutes maturity?I have my reasons for asking this, but don't want to appear too grumpy!But,I feel myself at odds with many people who while seeming academically intelligent, don't really come across (to me anyway) as particularly grown up....
Tony LockhartPosted: 11 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
Snigger. Just to continue the theme.Tony
erik scothronPosted: 10 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
Dear All,I have just watched a reviewers copy of 'The world's fastest Indian' on DVD - it stars Anthony Hopkins and it is based on a true story. I believe it is on at cinemas in the UK at present(?)and I urge you all to see it. It is totally...
david needhamPosted: 11 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
I'm sorry if this is a really naff question - but what is the difference between these formats?I've just got a digital camcorder, and have been messing about with it at the weekend. I've managed to load stuff onto my PC, but I'm not sure which discs...
FisbeyPosted: 11 April 2006Last Updated: 11 April 2006
To the Vetinary surgeon who performed an operation on my cats knee yesterday - what a really really nice man - makes me feel good to meet such a caring person - I'm sure Rosie the cat appreciated it too!
ChillkramPosted: 09 April 2006Last Updated: 10 April 2006
.......just spent too much money on ebay whilst under the influence. Guess I'll get found out when the packages start rolling in!I could wait around the corner for the postman!
WillyPosted: 08 April 2006Last Updated: 09 April 2006
Have downsized (well more to do with weight) to a 12" widescreen laptop. Fine for my needs on the road but I need a bit more screen real estate back at the office, in particular for working with MSproject. Looking for probably 20" widescreen, DVI...
Gianluigi MazzoranaPosted: 05 April 2006Last Updated: 09 April 2006
Where are you our good old fashioned gentelman?CheersGianluigi
Paul HutchingsPosted: 02 April 2006Last Updated: 08 April 2006
I'm not old enough for a mid-life crisis but I'm now considering a Boxster (new 987 shape).Does anyone have one and can you give me some ideas of running costs?So far I've seen the menu price servicing costs, and had a couple of insurance quotes, I've...
markfsPosted: 08 April 2006Last Updated: 08 April 2006
Sorry, not a hifi topic, but most people use a paypal account.Got this cracker of an email this morning:quote:Dear PayPal Customer,As part of our security measures, we regularly screen activity in the PayPal system.We recently noticed the following...
Markus SPosted: 08 April 2006Last Updated: 08 April 2006
... but why can't I delete my posts? I did one on the Goodnight Irene thread and wanted to delete it as Kuma had made the same point (only much better), as I discovered a couple of minutes after my post.But I'm not permitted to edit/delete my posts,...
DILPosted: 01 April 2006Last Updated: 08 April 2006
Anyone seen any good april fools 'things' ?/dl