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Just wondered whether many of you spend more on your hi-fi than on your car, presumed to be the second most expensive purchase?? Or does anyone drive a complete pile of shit to get a better sound indoors??? Do tell..

Some Free advice on how to make Billions of $'s Profit quite easily. There must be a clever bastard or two amongst you lot out there who could bussle together an electriónic checking system for cars (eg: Congestion charge in London) to register...

Having just passed the ripe old age of 39 and getting the cycling bug again, I have noticed my fitness improve considerably.I am now considering converting our garage into a "fitness room" of sorts. It will store the family bikes etc. but I am also...

Guys I have a palm at home using isync and the cradle its all rather easy, all events get transferred between the two in ical and all addresses etc do the same no problem.However I now need to access dates in outlook at work, this is going to become...

http://www.preparingforemergencies.co.uk/Very important information

I'm in a quandary and I seek advice from Malaysians, ex-pats (or anyone with an opinion).The situation: I have been out of work in the UK after redundancy in February...my trade is automotive engine development and project management of which I have...

Saw this last night. Great film but:Dr Octopus with those huge metal arms plugged into his spine. How come he can still stand up under the weight of them? And how come he didn't get sucked into the fusion mass when every other metal object - including...

I can take or leave Brooooce's music, but I admire the man. Here's why: Springsteen speaks

Any roadies using one ?If so, which one and why !

How can I receive sms notifications when I receive email? To make use of the free email to sms services, I need to be able to change the subject to my mob number - which I can't do with my forwarder. I was trying to figure it out with a combo of the...

Not a lot of people know this ! " That's another fine mess you've got me into " "Das ist ein sch¿nes Schlamassel, in dem Du mich wieder gebracht hast *" Luke Harding in BerlinMonday August 9, 2004The Guardian They are affectionately known in...

Hi,I know there are quite a few photographers who love to give their opinions and advice. I'm in the process of trying to rationalise my thoughts as to whether I should move to digital or stay with traditional film and no matter which way I look at...

Did you know that Stiletto Heels the Ultimate Sex Appeal Item as seen at Fark.com?

anybody know whats the deal on the vat ?should i be paying the vat as though its a new car because realistically its second hand any advice appreciated neil

Chaps/chapessesI have a large parcel I need to send, but sending it via Royal Mail/Parcel Farce seems rather expensive. Weight is about 6kg (ie, approx 13lbs).Can anyone recommend a good courier? Next day ddelivery is not vital, as long as it gets to...

If Andy Williams was a: Drink: Gin & tonic with too much ice Car: Jag XJS Woman: Hilary Clinton Boat: That little fishing boat you saw yesterday at dawn Holiday: Butlins TV programme: Parkinson Coffee: Your best fresh black home roasted Food: Shreddies Time: 1977 Place: The wool shop that my mother used to go to Film: Steve Martin's Three Amigos Recognisable face but you don't know their name: Local newsagent Shoes: Don't know Chocolates: Milk Tray Trousers: Something from M&S Jumper:...

Happy Birthday!Paul

There are plenty to choose from, but today it has to be:Patrick Stewart

I'm in a quandary and I seek advice Londoner's, ex-pats (or anyone with an opinion).The situation: I have been out of work in Europe after redundancy in February...my trade is preventing automotiveengine development and project management of which I...

I had to ask... Stephen [This message was edited by Stephen Bennett on Fri 06 August 2004 at 16:23.]

The unbelievably moronic and mindless attitude of the British Press and some of its followers regarding the England Manager really does buggar belief. Other Eurpean Trainers have been fired for not having affairs (Know wot I'm sayin?) this PATHETIC...

Political Correctness and fairplay must apply.Any Takers ?

Forum expats,Well it's all right me sitting here in Colorado, pointing out that if people don't get of their arses and vote we'll see 4 more years, BUT I've never voted in the UK! I left before I was 18, but that's really no excuse. So are there any...

What goes on with this holy word?There were times when I thought that the Naim forum is only a branch of the M A N A forum.There were times that saying a word against M A N A was worse than saying a word against the ICJ.NOWADAYS, the word M A N A is...

For those in the US, with the passing of Henri Cartier Bresson, Charlie Rose is re-airing an hour long interview with the great photographer tonight. cheers,Dan