And Now For Something Entirely Different

Technology news isn't all mergers, acquisitions, and shakeups, sometimes it's porn and penis-enlargement email too. In an effort to provide balanced coverage of all things tech-wise, this afternoon is dedicated to the just-a-bit-different department.

First up is an update in the murder trial of Hans Reiser, the Linux developer accused of killing his wife. Apparently, the defendant has been acting oddly — something the police allege he's been doing for quite a while — and the court has just about had it. If his antics continue, the judge plans to make him leave, raising the question of just who the witnesses will be asked to point at...

Speaking of trials, if you've ever gotten one of those golden emails promising you millions for the use of your bank account, this one's for you. Three men charged with defrauding victims of more than a million dollars after sending spam email have plead guilty to federal charges, and now face up to twenty years for their crimes. We hope it's spent sifting through endless piles of Viagra ads and lottery offers.

Next up, the news out of Sweden has it that a quick-thinking worker foiled a shockingly audacious scheme to rob a bank of millions via remote control. The thieves apparently planted a device under the desk to seize the employee's terminal and initiate a multi-million transfer. The part the crooks seem to have forgotten, however, is that hardware takes cable, and the whole plan went to pot when the plug was pulled. The nerve of some people!

Last but not least, if you're a fan of "adult entertainment" and spend a lot of time on the go, then 2008 may be a banner year. According to reports, the porn industry has set its sites on mobile phones and will soon be bringing softcore sexy to a cell near you. We think this may affect the face of public transport just as much...

That's all for now — parting is such sweet sorrow.