I have read numerous articles on the original story and seen a number of postings here and elsewhere.

They all have made the important error of stating something like this, " ... nothing can go faster than the speed of light.."

None made the correct statement, "nothing may exceed the speed of light in a vacuum." (It actually needs to be stated slightly more rigorously but let's just let it be more the moment)

I thought folks might like to be more precise.

I had no idea it was going to be a big deal.

I honestly do not know why it became a source of contention. It is very easy to verify. If anyone is interested in the truth instead of two grown and accomplished men argue just go look it up.

If anyone finds a valid link that states that I am in error I will gladly retract and apologize.