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I recently acquired a laptop computer so that I can now work AND watch TV at the same time ;-)

On my main PC I have a completely legit copy of CorelDraw 9 which I use for designing pages for The End is Nigh. However, I've searched high a low for the disk to put it onto my laptop and I just can't find it.

Is there any way I can link my laptop to my PC with, say, a USB lead and transfer the programme? My PC does have a network card but I'm not sure my laptop has.

Ex-Doctor Who companion Sarah Jane Smith will return in the new series of the sci-fi show, it was revealed as the Doctor's new costume was unveiled.
Popular 1970s character Sarah Jane, played by Elisabeth Sladen, will join new Doctor Who actor David Tennant.

However Rose, played by Billie Piper, will remain the Doctor's full-time companion throughout the new series.

The Doctor's "striking" new outfit consists of a striped suit, trenchcoat and trainers.

Woohoo!

Link: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/4714061.stm" target="_blank">Who? ;-)

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A nasty thing to happen to anyone, but this flagged itself up to me because I greatly admire Colin Pillinger. Beagle Two may have failed, but he's been one of the most high profile figure in the tiny UK space effort and has real passion for space travel. I'd like to think that he emboies the spirit that Alan Barnes was talking about in the Meg a few weeks ago ...

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All I can say is: WOW!

First episode was all set-up but the second certainly delivered! George Eadsn a bloody fantastic performance and certainly kept the drama going. Tranatino's prints were all over the script (ho ho) with some of that great conversational dialogue that he does so well. Cameo by Tony Bennett which was a nice touch. Tonnes of twists. Lovely direction. Real nice departure from the usual CSI plotting and we learnt more about the characters than ever before.

Only bum note: the random black and white 'dream' sequence towards the end which just drained a lot of the tension away, right before the very end.

But overall: WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!

Popped into OK Comics yesterday to pick up the cash for the many, many issues of The End is Nigh that they've sold, but made the terrible mistake of then browsing the shelves and spending nearly all of it in a Warren Ellis-related binge.

Due to Mr Ed Berridge's amazing generosity, I had all but two issues of Mr Ellis' Ocean series, so picked them up, and - since the net's been going nutty about the pilot TV adaptation that has been cancelled - I also got the TPB of Global Frequency. I already have the first Transmetropolitan and also secured a copy of the hardback Ministry of Space trade while in New York.

I also read his blog a lot. And I kinda like the guy.


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His stuff seems to oscillate wildly between fucking brilliant and slightly clich?d. While MoS is easily one of the best things ever written (and drawn), Global Frequency is a bit dull, slightly repetitive and without the rich background detail that his other series have. Also, it reads like he wanted to write a screenplay, rather than a comic book, which pisses me off slightly.

However, Ocean is just brilliant and an excellent practical application of some of the theories Arthur C Clarke describes in the sequels to 2001: A Space Oddesey such as the oceans under Europa etc. The plotting, pace and characterisation are all excellent and while it would also make a great film, it is first and foremost written like a comic book.

I'm not going to over-analyse the guy's work, but I think he's a fantastic writer who, although he's produced some great classics, has yet to hit his proper stride. Oh, and I'm sure he'd rather be writing films ;-)

I was interested in what other people thought of him ...

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Link: http://www.warrenellis.com/" target="_blank">Warren Ellis, the blog ...

... just wondered as I couldn't access the board for the whole day and I was stuck in a reeeeeally boring district office with nowt to do. Ended up talking to the locals - big mistake!

It's the question they're all asking ... ;)

According to today's Sun ... which conspicuously managed to NOT make any jokes about Daleks and stairs ...

Glad the Cybermen are back though, they're my favourites and I can't wait to see what they come up with for the new 'look' ...

Just wondered if any pressure was being brought to bear for a collected edition of Mr Bishop's Thrill Power Overload features? I srill think it's a top idea ...

Huzzah!

Link: http://www.scifi.com/scifiwire2005/index.php?id=31145" target="_blank">Who'd watch the Watchmen now?!

You know what I'm talking out - others on this board are rapidly becoming infected with strains of wilsonis crapimus cognitus otherwise known as 'Wilson Potty Mind'! Shame on you Wilson!

I hereby create the Messageboard Indecency, Naughtiness and ?General filth? Eradication group!

Let's clean up the board!

Hey, I'm looking to set up a Paypal account so people can buy End is Nigh online, but not sure which account to go with. The basic personal account doesn't take credit card payments, so that's useless. But then there's the Premier and Business accounts - the only difference I can see from my perspective is that with the business one I could have 'The End is Nigh' appear on people's statements when they buy one. I was going to go for that, but am worried it will charge more and I can't for the life of me figure out the financial gubbins they have on their site.

A little help?!?!

Anyone who doesn't want to go through the lengthy process of getting me to post them a copy of The End is Nigh, you can now pick them up from all three major comics shops in Leeds: OK Comics on Thorntons Arcade, Comicville in the Merrion Centre and now Travelling Man in the Corn Exchange! And, so I understand, there's one or two copies are still available at Travelling Man in Bristol ...

That is all

Link: The End is Nigh - online!

Just to let you know that The Works chain of book shops are currently doing a three old/reprinted comics for ?1 deal. Among all the copies of Rob Leifield's Brigade (there seemed to be an awful lot of those still on the shelves, can't imagine why) there were about four of the US-sized Dredd reprint mags. Cheapo!

Does anyone know how to play/own an original copy of the Risk board game?

That's right folks, negotiations have broken down and it's WAR in issue two of The End is Nigh!

Following fast on the heels of the success of issue one last weekend, and due for release at the winter comics expo in Brighton this November, this issue looks set to yet again be packed with features, comic strips, newspapers strips, funnies and facts - along with contributions from some of the top names in British comics!

The End is Nigh website has now been updated with full submissions guidelines.

Extra copies of issue one and Frazer Irving print t-shirts are being produced to cope with demand - so order yours on the wesbite now!

And coming soon to The End is Nigh online - a report from Bristol and the Shop at the End of the World!

Link: http://www.endisnigh.co.uk/" target="_blank">The End is Nigh - online!

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Unveiling the official website of the official magazine of the Apocalypse ...

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cover by Matt Timson

THE END IS NIGH examines the latest predictions, the facts, the figures, the myths and the magic of the end of the world. From Biblical tales of the final battle at Armageddon, to modern fears of asteroid strike, lethal plague or nuclear holocaust, THE END IS NIGH is your guide through the Final Days ...

The website is regularly updated with the latest apocalyptic news and will include more features and information as time goes on. Click on the red headline on the main page for a special feature (IE only).

Many thanks to Thinky and UKDane for all their hard work on the site - looks great guys!

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The FIRST ISSUE, with it's theme of ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE, will be launched this weekend at the Comicon convention in Bristol, price ?3.50.

Each issue carries its own theme and features news, comic strips, newspaper-style strips, spoof articles, advice, in-depth features and thought-provoking articles.

THE END IS NIGH includes work by Frazer Irving:
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... as well as Jock, Jason Brashill (and his Mrs), Gordon Rennie, Simon Spurrier, Steve Roberts and Si Davies, Rick Cortes (LA-based SFX guy who's worked on I Robot and the latest Alien film), John Reppion and Leah Moore (Wild Girl, Albion), SMS (ABC Warriors, Interzone), Tim Perkins (used to colour John Ridgway's stuff), Paul Palmer (Beano, Dandy),
Gary Wilkinson, Arthur Wyatt and a whole host of others.

As mentioned on the small press thread, t-shirts of the above Frazer Irving print are also available for ?15.

Mike

Link: The End Times

[Happy Birthday Ol! All the best, mate.]

He's handy with a spot of paint, he can cook better than my mum and he can't handle his drink ... one day, he's going to make someone a wonderful wife ;)

Happy Birthday Ol! All the best, mate.

We shall reserve the partying for Friday and Saturday night ;D

Well, he's seen of the Dull Duo and now the Doctor's claimed the scalps of a whole host of worse-than-Z-List celebrities beating each other up!

Link: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/4532839.stm" target="_blank">Knock out!