Just to let my faithful readers know, the next update will come day-after-tomorrow.  Things are just too busy in beautiful Japan, but I will have plenty of time as I wait at the airport.  After that, I will be back to my usual every-other-day (for the most part) schedule.  I understand several space launches are due next week, and I'll have the F&SF and other items on which to report.

Stay tuned, and thanks for bearing with me during this time of extraordinary travel!