links for 2008-11-28

"I have no specific details, but I want to warn everybody today that fiery rain might fall from the sky. Terrorists may have discussed this sort of tactic, possibly at one of their tequila-fueled aspirational planning sessions. While there is no evidence yet that the plan in the process of being carried out, I want to be extra-cautious this holiday season. Ho ho ho." Yep

What are the stuff that Microsoft did right that makes it the billion dollar company?

Web browsers should let you mix and match some kinds of HTTPS and other content (CSS and JavaScript) from just HTTP.

Cleared of the less serious charges, though convicted of breaking MySpace's rules.

Indeed making people feel good is so easy and helps so much.

Twitter is just another source for news.

Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Rickroll.