Security theatre and what might actually make air travel safer

My thoughts on the proposed new security measures in the wake of the attempted Christmas Day terror attack. Christmas Day was peaceful in my home. All I had to worry about was opening presents, taking a walk up to a nearby hill with panoramic views of the city, and cooking and eating a great feast. [...]

Video – Sequel to United Breaks Guitars

Just when the dust from United Breaks Guitars was starting to settle, the second of Dave Carroll’s three videos came out this morning. This song, which takes a closer look at his dealings with United employee Ms Irlweg, has 3,305 views already after just a few hours. The first video, which came out five weeks [...]

Photo Friday: Naked bike riders in Cardiff

Cardiff, Wales, UK; June 2009 Here I was on a Saturday afternoon in June, hanging out in Cardiff Bay with my aunt and Welsh cousins. We were all enjoying the summer sunshine, the adults were drinking pear cider, and we were waiting for a break dancing show. Suddenly a few dozen naked cyclists rode by. [...]

United Airlines breaks guy’s guitar and heart (video)

This has to be the best complaint letter ever. Singer-songwriter Dave Carroll from band Sons of Maxwell flew from Halifax, Canada to Omaha, Nebraska in March 2008. He tells the full story on his site but in summary, he says he was on the tarmac when he witnessed baggage handlers throwing his guitar case around. [...]

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