Well it's the fourth of July, which is also known as Independence Day here in the U.S., as we celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, and of course, Jeff Goldblum thwarting those aliens with a Macintosh computer virus. We had more fireworks last night, of course, but Hudson the wonder dog's reaction wasn't as severe as the night before, so we can hope she's feeling a bit desensitized. Of course the festivities tonight should be louder, but we can always hope. Anyway, here's hoping all of you who are celebrating have a fun and safe time.

Independent Links:	Thanks Ant and Acleacius.
Play:	Palisade Guardian 3. Effing Worms 2.
Stories:	Fireworks can injure your eyes - experts. I want to be an expert too! Woman glued to Walmart toilet seat in Kentucky. Thanks Boing Boing. The Bristle Brush as Barbecue Hazard. Seems careless. Thanks j.c.f.
Science:	CERN experiments observe particle consistent with long-sought Higgs boson. Thanks Jim.
Follow-up:	xkcd- Home Organization.