October 1, 2003

A common claim supporting the uncontrolled copying of copyrighted files is that if the copyright owners don’t like it they should find a new business model. In the television industry, facing the impact of commercial zapping digital video recorders, some producers are moving to using increased product placement. This in turn is causing complaints that the shows are themselves becoming commercials. (via Slashdot) Without commercials TV producers will use other means of financing their shows; sponsorships and pay per view or putting the show on pay channels will be likely ones. 8:28:15 AM

Israel will continue to build the security barrier near the border with the West Bank, through it has been re-routed to avoid a Palestinian’s university’s soccer field. Palestinians have previously shown their concern for Israeli university students. 8:27:36 AM