October 9, 2004

This week, the news about Switzerland's last St. Bernard dogs swept across the Web and from network news stations around the globe. Modern helicopters and heat sensors have taken over the job of the traditional rescue dogs whose owners - an order of monks who have cared for and trained them for centuries - and can no longer afford them. Say goodbye to another bit of surviving medieval Swiss history...

...and if you think the Dark Ages lacked, shall we say toothy grins - or even brain surgeons - methinks you better have another look...

...Finally, for you avid gamers and 3D empire builders check out the new release Medieval Lords - Build, Defend, Expand!