"I tell myself it's for the kids, but if the news is on I can't resist watching while driving, " he said.

WSJ: In Japan, Television Viewing Doesn't Have to Take a Back Seat

It is just that I can't resist pointing out the obvious, even though it is not in my interests to do so.

BBC: Should job-hogging over-50s all resign?

We are still years away from companies investing in 3D audio, but I can't resist daydreaming about the possible applications for future versions of this technology.

BBC: 3D audio may revolutionise travel

I'm sorry I can't resist the fight metaphors.

NPR: Democratic Presidential Hopefuls Take on Las Vegas

But I can't resist.

FORBES: Doctor Your Tax Return

And I just can't resist noting a Morning Edition interview with genealogist Megan Smolenyak.

NPR: An Unusual Alliance

An England victory in sight and even I - you'll have noticed the accent - can't resist the tide of hope and excitement.

BBC: Could a computer programme predict who will win Euro 2004?