Major Malfunction

Is this a first? There was a malfunction during the live HOH competiton tonight when Howie (allegedly) buzzed in an answer to a question, but the light didn't light up. This prompted Julie Chen to instruct Howie that he needed to give an answer. Howie looked confused (nothing new), then buzzed in - which is course too late - and he was eliminated. The competition continued, Erika won, Hamsters get their clue for the new twist and show ends. Only Howie is making a lot of noise about the buzzer not working. TPTB review the tape and come back to the Hamsters and inform them there will be an HOH re-do. Since the feeds went to flames while the Hamsters were being talked to, I don't know if the entire competition is being re-done, or if they are picking up from the point where Howie was eliminated (which would mean no chances for Janelle, George and I don't remember who else). Right now the Hamsters are stuffing their faces with pizza and waiting until the competition which will be at 10:30pm PST. Over an hour away. I ain't staying up to find out, I'll tell you that.