Well now the UK press will cover it as they will get another chance to bash the Bush administration. I suspect his counsel will appeal the verdict and we can expect many months more than this. For minute-by-minute coverage head over to the Media Blogger Association’s aggregator for more on this case.

Of course, political watchers in the UK have more than enough to pay attention with the increasing scandal surrounding the Blair administration seemingly closing in on Lord Levy. From my reading of both cases the scandal at the heart of the Blair government is far closer than the Libby case.

Things were most interesting yesterday what with a Labour blogger sticking his foot in it and declaring Lady T dead when she wasn’t. First things first, I attended a rather good event sponsored by the ASI on new media vs old. It was a cracking event with some of the usual faces and some people who were a wee bit behind the times.

A few highlights for me were telling Stephen Shakespeare that Anti-Anti-American advert was the talk of the Liberty Forum only slightly trumped by Rep Ron Paul and his presidential run. I rather enjoyed it when he said that I looked like Guido should look like in real life. The third thing that was fun was when I was able to correct the notion held that you “cannot make money from blogging.” Yes, of course, you can’t make a living from blogging but you can make money from your blog, at least enough to pay for its upkeep.

Then it was off to a three hour session on the couch at 18 Doughty Street where we say Iain Dale getting steadily more perturbed as the night went on and things got more odd. For some reason my declaration of support for Icelandic whaling and desire to eat whale meat rather bemused some. Then it was Iain’s turn to get flumoxxed by a viewer. Obviously a reader of my blog and reviewing past Anarki asked if I liked Slayer. It was a wonderful bit of bizarre live TV. By the end of the evening even some 18 Doughty Street denizens could not resist a few prods at Iain. We all, the guests, enjoyed ourselves and considering the emails/MSNs the audience did as well. I even managed to hand a rough demo of my crack at a theme-song to the rather amusing 18DSTV camera lady.

A good evening of schmoozing and nattering I must say.

Update: Blogger TV is up here just look for the pic of Maggie.

Update II: Not only are Iain’s beloved West Ham almost certain to go down but no their crowd is in trouble for racist chants.

Update III: Jeff Jarvis has noticed 18DS and written a long post on the subject. Thanks to Lance for the tip.

Well you know you can make money from blogging but did you know that you can make money from recycling? Yes you heard that right. Get paid for recycling. I am sure there are some might not be pleased to hear that you can get paid to do what the government should be forcing you to do. Its called the Fundfactory and they aim to help you make money for your organisation. This post is sponsored.

So far as I know, I’m the first and only researcher to look into this topic; of such vital interest that I’m surprised it hasn’t attracted more attention. Or government grants. (Hint, hint.)

Specifically, what I am looking at is the intersection of the set “Craziest Rock Stars” with the set “Rock Stars Who Have Set Themselves On Fire.” Using “Michael Jackson” as a control I created a Venn diagram which illustrates the close—nay, incestuous—relationship of the two groups.

Clearly more study (and some government grants would be nice) of this phenomenon is required. Did I mention it has potential ties to Global Warming?

Hint, hint.

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Have you ever thought of buying something as an investment in the Carribean? Well there is a new Caribbean Investment Opportunity on an island called Eleuthera which has so far avoided over development and retains those elements that draw people to the Carribean in the first place. If you are looking for an investment opportunity why not follow the link and check it out. This post is sponsored.

Eleuthera Island, Bahamas to be home to new luxury resort. Gated beach club community will feature private resort amenities, incorporate peaceful, easy-going Caribbean lifestyle and offer prime Bahamas real estate for sale. Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) February 26, 2007—Eleuthera, Bahamas is home to pink sands, coral reefs, pineapple plantations, bone fishing and a new real estate investment opportunity at Sky Beach Club. To drive the highest possible return on investment, our team will manage and market Sky Beach Club to the most distinguished travelers around the world. Sky Beach is one of a very few remaining places worthy of being described as ‘supremely private. The 22-acre Sky Beach Club is the site of an island real estate venture that will feature forty homes and villas and will cover 610 feet of oceanfront property. Sky Beach Club Vice President, Michael Reardon, describes Eleuthera as a “once in a lifetime opportunity for real estate investors and vacationers alike. Never before has such luxury real estate with a modern design been offered in the Bahamas. Whether you are looking for a relaxing vacation destination or a excellent oceanfront investment property, Sky Beach Club is the opportunity for you.” A select number of the recently released 40 homes and villas are still available, Reardon said. Resort style homes include one story, two story, and split level designs with each home having ocean and beachfront views. The beach club will be private and gated. Concierge staff will be on hand for residents and bungalows will be available to home owners and guests by reservation. The Sky Beach Clubhouse will boast a 360 degree panoramic view of both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. Located inside the clubhouse will sit a world-class dining room, fitness center and cocktail lounge. An infinity edge pool with a waterfall will complete the aesthetic beauty surrounding the community’s main amenity building. Reardon explained Eleuthera is an easy travel destination from the United States “Eleuthera is located a short distance from Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Nassau, while Sky Beach Club is located very close to Governor’s Harbour Airport and just a short drive from North Eleuthera Airport.” He added that Sky Beach Club home owners will also receive 25 hours of private jet time from Flight Options, LLC. “We want to offer investors convenient, first class travel to and from their properties. Our partnership with Flight Options allows us to offer just that service,” Reardon explained. Sky Beach Club will continue to manage the property, Reardon said. “To drive the highest possible return on investment, our team will manage and market Sky Beach Club to the most distinguished travelers around the world. Sky Beach is one of a very few remaining places worthy of being described as ‘supremely private.” he said. Reardon encouraged investors to visit the Sky Beach Club web site at www.skybeachclub.com to learn more. About Sky Beach Club Sky Beach Club is both an exclusive traveler’s paradise, and an investor’s dream-and for good reason. Sky Beach Club is located on one of the world’s few remaining island destinations where commerce and tourism have not taken over. It’s a place where absolute beauty, luxury and privacy are realized in every facet of an unparalleled, completely exclusive residential community. From its pristine pink sand beach that collides with an elevation rise of 135 feet- to its crowning gem, a breathtaking Clubhouse with a 360-degree sea-to-sea view. Between those two points will rest 40 unique resort-style homes & villas architecturally designed to complement the spectacular natural scenery with understated modern elegance.