As the right of each sentient species to live in accordance with its normal cultural evolution is considered sacred, no Star Fleet personnel may interfere with the healthy development of alien life and culture. Such interference includes the introduction of superior knowledge, strength, or technology to a world whose society is incapable of handling such advantages wisely.

Star Fleet personnel may not violate this Prime Directive, even to save their lives and/or their ship unless they are acting to right an earlier violation or an accidental contamination of said culture.

This directive takes precedence over any and all other considerations, and carries with it the highest moral obligation.

"It says that the effect of a Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster is like having your brains smashed out by a slice of lemon wrapped round a large gold brick

Here is a link to the official recipe to make a Pan-Galactic Gargle Blaster.

Mullfoto of the Day


Titus the Wonder Dog - also known as Titus the Granddog.

Titus is the pug owned by The Lad who has come to live with us (along with The Lad) during the Presidential campaign period. I hate having him here - especially when he lies down on this very sofa in the den and, snuggled up next to me, snores while he sleeps.

Titus, not The Lad.

Catchy Caption of the Day

Actual Caption:

Democratic presidential candidate U.S. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) puts her arm around U.S. Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) as he unclips his microphone from his tie at the conclusion of a candidates debate at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire June 3, 2007.

"There, there, Barry. Don't cry. You'll do better. In 2016.

(Brian Snyder/Reuters)