* Astronomy

Apple Computer uses in-house code names for various upcoming versions of their OS X operating system, a practice used by many companies. In the past, Apple has used names like Galileo, Newton and others as a way of honouring great scientific minds. One project, some years ago, was called "Sagan" after noted astronomer Carl Sagan. However, the eminent stargazer learned of the unlicensed use of his name and threatened a lawsuit. So, according to the article I read, in response Apple changed the code name to "Butthead Astronomer."
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Fans and bloggers are planning a worldwide blog-a-thon to commemorate the life and legacy of Carl Sagan -- consummate scientist, communicator and educator -- on Dec. 20, the 10th anniversary of his death. Sagan was Cornell's David Duncan Professor of Astronomy and Space Sciences.
The event, organized by New York City fan Joel Schlosberg, encourages bloggers of all stripes to discuss the Cornell astronomer's influence in their lives. Schlosberg plans to compile a meta-blog -- a blog of blogs -- following the event to link Sagan bloggers to one another.

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