Minister of Birthday Madness Chris Morris points out that today is H. Ross Perot's birthday, who turns 71. This is proof that there are no effective anti-aging remedies no matter how rich you are... I would have sworn he was older than that back when he ran for president. Maybe it's just proof that with enough cash you can get the date on your birth certificate changed?

Link of the Day: Cable Modem Vs DSL (Flash required). Thanks shul.
Media of the Day: 386 DX - Cyberpunk-rock band. Yes, the band is indeed an actual 386. Thanks Frostnick.
Weird Science: Designed for Other Worlds, Robot Is to Follow the Sun NY Times free registration required. Thanks Jonathan C. Forster.
Wild Science: Experts plan 2,300mph rail tunnel to the US (Ananova). Thanks Andrew Arace.
Follow-up: Private rocket launch is 'suicidal' (BBC). Thanks Ade. More on "Rocket Guy" (story and story).