Here it is, the new and improved Morrissey-solo. Doesn't look much different, but basically everything is cleaner and faster. The move this weekend went very well. The updated code (last update was 2 years ago) is running on a new server (last upgrade was 5 years ago).

Among the new features I'm experimenting with are subscriptions. I'm using the slashdot model - $5.00 per 1000 pages (more info). Subscriptions are completely optional but there are a few small benefits. One is that subscribers can see stories about an hour before non-subscribers. I estimate for average users that works out to about $10 - $15 per year. I have credited those userids I have on record who sent donations over the past several years (to the site and also charity drives) with equivalent subscriptions. There are several I have not been able to match - I will send out an email soon to those I have emails for but if you have contributed in the past and don't see subscription credits (check here), let me know. Thanks to all supporters and content contributors for making Morrissey-solo what it is.

Thanks also go to the team behind slashdot for the privilege of using their code which powers the site.

Since there were many changes there are bound to be some glitches so let me know if you see anything strange. As always, feedback and suggestions are also welcome to [email protected]. Click 'Read More' to see more details of the upgrade.