Several readers wrote to let us know that yesterday, Oct. 3, was actor Christian Coulson (Tom Riddle)’s 26th birthday. We hope he had a good (non-evil!) one!

Jamie Waylett (aka Vincent Crabbe) has uploaded a report as well as some great pics from this weekend’s Collectormania event in the diary and pictures sections of his Web site. Check it out!

Our favorite author has updated her website. For the answer to the poll question (What did Dumbledore’s Howler to Aunt Petunia mean?), as well as to other things that have had us wondering (How old exactly are Bill and Charlie?), see her F.A.Q., then jump over the Rubbish Bin, where she debunks yet another rumor …read more!

JK Rowling posted to her website that October 4 is Professor Minerva McGonagall’s birthday!

FranThePhoenix from FictionAlley interviewed Devon Murray at Collectormania in Milton Keynes this weekend. He talked a bit about filming for GoF, Jk Rowling’s website and his guesses on the identity of the half-blood prince. Fran: What about J K Rowling’s website – do you like that? Devon: Yeah, definitely, yeah. Fran: It’s pretty good. Devon: …read more!

BlackDracaena let us know that the German posters for the POA DVD release are now our and about in Germany. The main poster showcases the trio, with a small Sirius Black poster, and hte accompanying posters showcase what’s on the DVD (albeit in German), some PR announcements, and the individual character posters.

Sydney Herald film critic Paul Byrnes discusses why he believes some people think Harry Potter is immoral, and why he thinks they’re wrong, comparing the series to Tolkien’s Lord or the Rings (note: free registration required after a number of viewings; if you can’t access the story by clicking the link, trying going through http://smh.com.au …read more!

Extremely reliable sources tell TLC that the launch party for the release of the Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban DVD will be on November 18 at The Honourable Society of Middle Temple in London. Cast and crew of the film are expected to attend.

JKRowling.com has been updated for a new Wizard of the Month: Glenda Chittock (1964 -present) Popular presenter of the W.W.N. (Wizarding Wireless Network) programme ‘Witching Hour’ Thanks to all the readers who sent this in!

The Hollywood Reporter reports today that HP director and producer Chris Columbus has signed on with WB to develop and direct Slanted and Enchanted, which is based on a script by Ben Queen. Mark Radcliffe and Michael Barnathan, partners from 1492 (Colmbus’ production company), will also produce, along with Bonnie Curtis and Jim Lemley. Slanted, …read more!