Breaking and Entering?

Just what exactly is this guy up to? Well, I have no idea, but he certainly hasn’t lost his keys…

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Thursday, 31st May 2007

Half Naked Sunbathing Girls on Google Street View

I wonder how these girls feel about being half naked for all the world to see on Google Street View? Does anyone know who they are? Update: I’ve just realised that for most of these Street View sights, you can…

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Thursday, 31st May 2007

Giant Pumpkin!

Now make sure your children’s eyes are covered, because we’ve found a completely naked Giant Pumpkin on Street View! Mmmm, pumpkin…. Thanks to Brian.

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Thursday, 31st May 2007

Inappropriate Images In Street View

In the comments on our last post one of our readers posted a link to this, er, revealing billboard advert parked in front of the Bellagio, Las Vegas. Which of course raises a question about the suitability of these images…

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Thursday, 31st May 2007

Google Maps Street View

If you haven’t yet heard about the Google Maps street view launched yesterday, then make sure to check it out. Although currently only available in 5 U.S. cities, there’s loads to see on the panorama images and it’s all wrapped…

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Wednesday, 30th May 2007

Barra Airport

This is Barra Airport, located on the hebridean island of Barra. Now, I know what you’re thinking, it’s something along the lines of “No, you idiot, that’s a beach!“. You’re exactly right: Barra airport is the beach. In fact, it’s…

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