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Stable Linux Kernel 2.6.10 Released
An anonymous reader writes "Offering it as 'something to play with over the holidays,' Linus Torvalds released the official 2.6.10 Linux kernel, which he named the 'Woozy Numbat.' KernelTrap offers the full details, noting that there have been minimal changes since the last release candidate, 2.6.10-rc3. Linus commented that with 2.6.10 released, now he could 'get into the
Glögg for real' (a hot mulled wine with spices, red wine, port and brandy). As always, the latest Linux kernel can be downloaded from a kernel.org mirror." (Here are some recipes, too.)
The word is "Alcohol." And it isn't necessary for most people. However, on a special occasion, what's wrong with getting a bit tipsy? Especially if it's a cultural tradition, as I take Glogg to be in Norwegian countries. Personally, I don't partake in the consumption of spirituous beverages that often, but as an occasional, responsible consumer of said drinks, I'm a bit offended at your attitude. You seem to be assuming that alcohol leads to social ill when I would argue it's the intent of the individual instead. Alcohol does provides a means to tear down the barriers of standard social decency, but that doesn't mean the drive behind crimes committed under the influence of alcohol or even drugs don't exist in a sober individual. Assuming alcohol is the root of many evils is assuming that humans are inherently good and rational beings, which i would strongly argue against. Humans are inherently human, no more no less, and are shaped mainly by influences in their pre-adult years. It is up to the individual to decide how much alcohol, or any other reality-altering substance, is suitable for them given the situation they are in. If an individual fails that social test, then perhaps there are deeper rooted issues that they need to contend with themselves. We don't live in a utopia, and we never will. Getting upset because alcohol can lead to ill, be it exsitu-percieved or experienced first hand, seems to me to be a rather immature attitude towards life and humanity in general.
JESUS WAS BORN IN MARCH! CHRISTMAS IS A PAGAN HOLIDAY!
It wouldn't shock me if Jesus was born in March. I believe I spoke of that when in Catholic School. I got hit by a ruler. Not only are dates near the winter solstice common among many cultures, I believe it was an excellent political move to celebrate the birth of Jesus on a holiday that was already in practice.
One of the benefits of the commercialization of Christmas is the fact that one of the important sermons of Jesus can be observed by all, "All men are brothers, love thy neighbor". You don't have to believe in Jesus or even Santa Claus to respect that one time a year many people wish the best for each other regardless. Truth is truth whether it's wrapped in dogma or a white fluffy beard. And perhaps if one day people can set aside their differences we will remember it's actually very nice.
And fuck, someone remind me of this tomorrow.
There is no sanctuary. There is no sanctuary. SHUT UP! There is no shut up. There is no shut up.
Think about it; From that day on, the days get longer. How cool is that, for us northen types, at least?
"A language that doesn't affect the way you think about programming, is not worth knowing" - Alan Perlis
The word "berserk" is a Norwegian adjective, "berserker" is a Viking term, and Vikings were Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish. They went berserk in the summertime, too, when they tried to drink to get to sleep during the midsummer when there wasn't much nighttime. The word "berserk" or "bärsärk" in Swedish comes from the words "bär" which meant bear(not anymore, now it's björn), and the work "särk" which means skin or shirt. They were called "bärsärk" because that was what they often wore; shirt made out of bear skin. Other sources imply that "bärsärk" means "bare shirt", ie that they fought wearing nothing but a shirt. Which one is true? You'll have to decide for yourself.