Was it a Dud?

The world is clearly upset with North Korea and their recent nuclear test. Today the UN will resume discussions of proposed sanctions, despite some experts saying that the power of the explosion was unusually small for a nuclear blast. full story China is also upset and issued another warning, citing that "the nuclear test will undoubtedly exert a negative impact on our relations. " full story Even Israel fears now that North Korea has proven its nuclear capabilities, it risks collaborating with Iran and accelerating its nuclear program. full story

$1.65 Billion in Google stock was enough to make these two young YouTube co-founders giddy. see video full story The big acquisition is just another step in Google's broader strategy to invest in the emerging online video market. full story Teaming up with Google will also allow users to share in the ad revenue their video posts generate. full story

In a patriotic display, a few small communities of Alaska's natives are refusing free heating oil from Venezuela, telling Chavez to keep his oil. All this despite their poverty and the fact that their heating-oil prices are among the highest in the nation. full story

Insult to injury? Researchers find that excess fat cells could have some direct effect on brain function - with overweight adults scoring lower on tests of memory, attention and learning ability than their thinner peers do. full story

That's one small step for A man

New technology has uncovered the truth about Neil Armstrong - his statement was grammatically correct. He said, "That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind." Now we can all sleep easier. Full Story

Yahoo is taking quite the leap by opening up their email code to the public. This will allow for a lot more mash-ups (hybrid web products in which developers can combine software features from different companies). Will this crush competition or level the playing field? Full Story

Chavez kills two birds with one stone by making two serious claims in one speech: a) he has informants in the White House & b) Bush is trying to kill him. Not sure which seems more outlandish. Full Story

Mother nature chalks up another victory with a burst dam in Nigeria. Fortunately no one was killed. Full Story

Sweet video of an auto-door that only opens to the extent necessary. Worth a look Video

Guy gets attacked by an octupus, or so the headline reads. Of course I don't want to see a guy get taken out by an octopus, but it seems humans are the instigators more often than not. . . Video

You Can Take Your $15 Billion and....

With recent MySpace valuations floating in the $15 Billion range (full story), people waiting for Craig Newmark to cash in on Craigslist are going to have to wait - but don't hold your breath! Newmark responded with "If you're living comfortably, what's the point of having more?" full story

Although few people would turn to Time-Warner CEO, Dick Parsons, for words of wisdom, he did hit the nail on the head when he said that Murdoch’s acquisition of MySpace “appears to have been a masterstroke.” What will Rupert Murdoch go after next? How about Blogging? full story

The same people who accuse the president of being too stupid to tie his own shoes think this man can move energy prices north, then gas prices back south in time for elections. Can Bush really work magic? I don't know, but I'll enjoy my cheap fill-ups in the mean time. full story

Those of you taking kids to the dentist might want to keep this in mind - sedation is frequently used for routine cavity fixes for your squirmy children. This method had a sad ending for a 5-year-old Chicago girl who never awoke. full story

As Google turns eight years old, Fortune gets an insider's look at how chaos is all part of the $125 Billion company's master plan... they hope. full story

Fed up with Chavez, looks like 7-eleven is. Good for them. full story

For you football fans out there, enjoy this unforgettable play from the archives... click to watch

Man, everyone wants a piece of YouTube

Two stories today about the latest challengers to YouTube. But I'm not one to predict the demise of YouTube. Why? Because they were first to market, first in people's minds, and they've got such a big headstart. It's like MapQuest, they still dominate the "driving directions" market despite Yahoo & Google maps. So if you'd like to read more about the latest challengers - Microsoft - Full Story or Yahoo & Current TV - Full Story

Bloodless coup in Thailand, ousted prime minister heads for the UK - Full Story

As if we didn't know, Chavez takes advantage of another opportunity to tell the world that he's FOR anyone that's AGAINST the USA. Here seen siding with Iran - Full Story

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em. Not a bad search strategy for AOL Enhanced by Google - Full Story

Man, California has it all - even E Coli - the outbreak has been tentatively linked back to the Golden State. Message of the week is to avoid spinach. I'm sure a lot of people are groaning over this one. . . . Full Story

One of the best Dodgers games in history, & an excellent article to tell the story - Full Story

I don't want it for free, make me pay for it! Consumer's approach to protecting their computers. It's all out there for free, yet those packaging & selling it for $50 are still making a killing - Full Story

Howo good are you at calling out a photo shopped image? Take the test

Lastly, what do you do when a panda bites you? Bite him back! Ok pal, have yet another beer - Full Story