what are these things?

Those are questions and comments generated through the newsletter I do believe. I think, maybe kinda sorta anyway.

You learn something new every day.

Those accounts are no longer active. In the past, they were used to relay messages from newsletter subscribers to the board. But now, all subscribers are advised to simply join the board and post questions directly.

Thanks for clearing that up King Kong....... woops, I mean administrator. :D :D