Greenpeace recently released a global environmental rating of major electronics firms and Apple has failed to address the growing issue of toxic chemicals in their products and electronic waste (e-waste). They received 2.7 out of 10 possible points. The fact is there are a lot of other companies in the firing line for e-waste. But I guess Apple has attracted the most attention because people expect better from a company that’s iconic in the things it stands for. (more…)
Archive for September, 2006
On watching chick flicks
2006
09.23
09.23
I went on a chick flick binge over the last few days. First, I watched Raising Helen, the 2004 movie starring Kate Hudson who has grown on me over the years. I started off hating her blonde, wide eyed, bright-smile look but have come to realise that she can be quite watchable. The movie is pleasant enough for a Friday evening when all you want to do is curl up in front of the television. (more…)
