Bill Bennett
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Bill Bennett
@billbennett.bsky.social
· Jul 30
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Predictable, unimaginative press releases: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/predictable-unimaginative-press-releases.html
February 15, 2026 at 5:54 AM
Predictable, unimaginative press releases: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/predictable-unimaginative-press-releases.html
From 2007: Palm T|X handheld computer versus smartphone: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/from-palm-tx-handheld-computer.html
February 15, 2026 at 5:41 AM
From 2007: Palm T|X handheld computer versus smartphone: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/from-palm-tx-handheld-computer.html
Farewell home computer pioneer Clive Sinclair: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/farewell-home-computer-pioneer-clive.html
February 15, 2026 at 5:14 AM
Farewell home computer pioneer Clive Sinclair: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/farewell-home-computer-pioneer-clive.html
Another criticism of Maslow's hierarchy of needs: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/another-criticism-of-maslows-hierarchy.html
February 15, 2026 at 12:17 AM
Another criticism of Maslow's hierarchy of needs: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/another-criticism-of-maslows-hierarchy.html
Apple Music’s categorisation of my library is a wild ride….
February 15, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Apple Music’s categorisation of my library is a wild ride….
Lent starts on Wednesday. Between then and Easter Sunday Hot Cross Buns will be my main source of carbohydrates... possibly my main source of nutrition if Jo isn't watching closely and I can sneak in cheese filled Hot Cross Buns.
February 15, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Lent starts on Wednesday. Between then and Easter Sunday Hot Cross Buns will be my main source of carbohydrates... possibly my main source of nutrition if Jo isn't watching closely and I can sneak in cheese filled Hot Cross Buns.
Often when I read about US politics today I think back with nostalgia to that scene where the Blues Brothers drive the Nazis off the bridge.
February 14, 2026 at 8:26 PM
Often when I read about US politics today I think back with nostalgia to that scene where the Blues Brothers drive the Nazis off the bridge.
The Amstrad Story - book review: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/the-amstrad-story-book-review.html
February 14, 2026 at 7:57 PM
The Amstrad Story - book review: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/the-amstrad-story-book-review.html
Moving up and down Maslow’s hierarchy: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/moving-up-and-down-maslows.html
February 14, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Moving up and down Maslow’s hierarchy: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/15/moving-up-and-down-maslows.html
Challenging Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/14/challenging-maslows-hierarchy-of-needs.html
February 14, 2026 at 6:56 AM
Challenging Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/14/challenging-maslows-hierarchy-of-needs.html
Maslow's hierarchy of needs: Motivation: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/14/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-motivation.html
February 14, 2026 at 6:22 AM
Maslow's hierarchy of needs: Motivation: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/14/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-motivation.html
Understanding psychometric tests: A practical guide: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/14/understanding-psychometric-tests-a-practical.html
February 14, 2026 at 5:53 AM
Understanding psychometric tests: A practical guide: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/14/understanding-psychometric-tests-a-practical.html
Would make a terrific Dearth Vader style weapon.
February 14, 2026 at 4:49 AM
Would make a terrific Dearth Vader style weapon.
In between bouts of doing actual work, I’m slowly moving all my personal posts from the main web site to this one: billbennett.micro.blog
Bill Bennett
billbennett.micro.blog
February 14, 2026 at 4:46 AM
In between bouts of doing actual work, I’m slowly moving all my personal posts from the main web site to this one: billbennett.micro.blog
Yes. For once the answer to a headline question is yes. theconversation.com/will-a-trump...
Will a ‘Trump slump’ continue to hit US tourism in 2026 − and even keep World Cup fans away?
Talk of boycotts have added to fears among the US tourism industry that foreign tourists will continue to stay away.
theconversation.com
February 14, 2026 at 4:24 AM
Yes. For once the answer to a headline question is yes. theconversation.com/will-a-trump...
Other than both of its supporters, does anyone care what the Opportunities Party says?
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
Ditch NZ Super entirely, minor party says
The Opportunity Party says New Zealanders would be better served by dropping NZ Super and replacing it with an entirely new support system.
www.rnz.co.nz
February 14, 2026 at 4:20 AM
Other than both of its supporters, does anyone care what the Opportunities Party says?
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
www.rnz.co.nz/news/politic...
This time I’m REALLY going to clear out my email inbox.
February 13, 2026 at 11:29 PM
This time I’m REALLY going to clear out my email inbox.
Who are the knowledge workers?: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/who-are-the-knowledge-workers.html
February 13, 2026 at 5:59 AM
Who are the knowledge workers?: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/who-are-the-knowledge-workers.html
Should touch typing be like learning to drive?: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/should-touch-typing-be-like.html
February 13, 2026 at 5:46 AM
Should touch typing be like learning to drive?: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/should-touch-typing-be-like.html
Unlock your creativity: Getting started with brainstorming: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/unlock-your-creativity-getting-started.html
February 13, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Unlock your creativity: Getting started with brainstorming: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/unlock-your-creativity-getting-started.html
I'm going to enjoy this: www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/5... it's in the diary.
All Whites to take on England
The All Whites will play England as a part of their final preparations for this year's FIFA World Cup.
www.rnz.co.nz
February 13, 2026 at 12:45 AM
I'm going to enjoy this: www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/5... it's in the diary.
Indieweb for journalists: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/indieweb-for-journalists.html
February 13, 2026 at 12:25 AM
Indieweb for journalists: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/indieweb-for-journalists.html
My newsletter skipped Waitangi Day, but two weeks of news makes today's edition a huge read, but will bring you bang up to date on the NZ telecommunications scene.
billbennett.co.nz/pstn-sunset-...
billbennett.co.nz/pstn-sunset-...
Download Weekly: PSTN sunset, TCF law overhaul, 5G v 4G gaps
The Commerce Commission signals the end of PSTN regulation as mobile and cloud alternatives dominate. TCF backs a competition law overhaul and new data reveals 4G fixed wireless performance gaps.
billbennett.co.nz
February 12, 2026 at 10:49 PM
My newsletter skipped Waitangi Day, but two weeks of news makes today's edition a huge read, but will bring you bang up to date on the NZ telecommunications scene.
billbennett.co.nz/pstn-sunset-...
billbennett.co.nz/pstn-sunset-...
The Hawthorne effect: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/the-hawthorne-effect.html
February 12, 2026 at 9:42 PM
The Hawthorne effect: https://billbennett.micro.blog/2026/02/13/the-hawthorne-effect.html