March 5, 2006 Archive

Politics

• The Danish Cartoon Controversy: More Lessons To Be Learned

  We're surrendering the interpretation of the Koran to radical Islamic fundamentalists, apologies accomplish nothing, but their intimidation is working.

  Opinion in Politics — by Tom Donelson — on Mar 05, 2006

• Army Launches Criminal Investigation Into Death of Pat Tillman

  How long until we learn the truth about his death?

  News in Politics — by Kathy Gill — on Mar 05, 2006

• If Norway Can Pull it Off ...

  Alberta may look like a paradise to the outsider, but is it really such a great place for everyone?

  Opinion in Politics — by Werner Patels — on Mar 05, 2006

Culture

• Public Libraries Gone Wild

  Greg Strange is in favour of a recent attempt by Homeland Security officials to regulate library users choice of content.

  Opinion in Culture — by Greg Strange — on Mar 05, 2006

• It's Paradise Now at the Oscars

  The controversial Paradise Now

  Opinion in Culture — by jamal — on Mar 05, 2006

• Mind Tricks - Astrology in Real Life: Accidental Research Regarding a Man and His Mars – Part Three

  How Mars acts in the various signs..

  Opinion in Culture — by Elsa — on Mar 05, 2006

• A Soft Heart

  From animal shelters to hospices, most not-for-profits can't survive without a helping hand that extends further than a wallet.

  Opinion in Culture — by Damaa — on Mar 05, 2006

• Sotheby's International Realty Sues Conrad Black

  Black's lawyers issued a check for the commission at closing, but the amount was returned with a "Payment Stopped" inscription.

  News in Culture — by Mr. Real Estate — on Mar 05, 2006

Video

• DVD Review: The Drama of Creation - Writers on Writing

  Sitting in with masters of the language

  Review in Video — by John Spivey — on Mar 05, 2006

• DVD Review: KatieBird - Certifiable Crazy Person

  “I kill for all mankind.”

  Review in Video — by Tan The Man — on Mar 05, 2006

• 2005 at the Oscars: Wishes, Guesses and Snubs

  I think it is unforgivable that Star Wars Episode III was not nominated in this category.

  Opinion in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Mar 05, 2006

• The Oscars Are Here: Liveblogging The 78th Annual Academy Awards

  The Oscars are here - chip in with your opinions and votes as they proceed, and later.

  News in Video — by Aaman Lamba — on Mar 05, 2006

• TV Review: CSI:NY "Fare Game"

  Strange and mysterious stuff is happening in the Big Apple.

  Review in Video — by NancyGail — on Mar 05, 2006

• DVD Review: I'll Bury You Tomorrow

  The Beech Funeral Home is the setting for a carnival of weirdness.

  Review in Video — by Matt Largo — on Mar 05, 2006

• Our Discount World Part I - From Kero to Kannibal

  Enter the fantastic world of Canadian budget DVD from the comfort of your own home!

  Review in Video — by Cameron Archer — on Mar 05, 2006

• TV Review: 24 - A Newbie Tries to Join In

  Each show's plot is understandable. The interplay of characters takes more time. Blogcritics help.

  Review in Video — by Patfish — on Mar 05, 2006

• The Rejects Pick the Oscars

  This is who we think will win... Do you agree?

  News in Video — by Film School Rejects — on Mar 05, 2006

• Oscar Moment: Mel Gibson to Speak in Tongues

  The Maya tongue, that is. Also, NASA uncovers Maya ruins from space, and I speak with a Maya freak about his obsession.

  News in Video — by Eric Olsen — on Mar 05, 2006

• At Long Last...the Oscars

  Predictions, preferences, and thanking God. The final gasp for 2005 can begin Sunday night as the Oscars are handed out.

  Opinion in Video — by Chip Ross — on Mar 05, 2006

• Oscar Analysis: The Big Finale

  Who is going to take home the big ones?

  Opinion in Video — by Film School Rejects — on Mar 05, 2006

• Movie Review: 16 Blocks

  Mainstream film bolstered by too many far fetched scenes, but features solid acting from Bruce Willis as the paunchy, worn out, old cop.

  Review in Video — by Triniman — on Mar 05, 2006

• Movie Review: Good Night, and Good Luck

  Clooney's film draws you in and spits you out a wiser and more alert American.

  Review in Video — by Film School Rejects — on Mar 05, 2006

• Movie Review: Transamerica

  This little film deserves notice, and Felicity Huffman deserves her Oscar nomination.

  Review in Video — by Ray Wong — on Mar 05, 2006

• TV Review: Radio Free Roscoe

  Radio Free Roscoe is the most under appreciated show in the world.

  Review in Video — by Maddy Pumilia — on Mar 05, 2006

• TV Review: Number One Single

  I'm not a big fan of reality shows, but I've really enjoyed this show about Lisa Loeb's search for love.

  Review in Video — by knitmi — on Mar 05, 2006

Sci/Tech

• Microsoft Wins Bug of the Month

  Who needs the Oscars? It's time for the Bug of the Month.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Bruce Kratofil — on Mar 05, 2006

• Why Aren't You Using RSS?

  RSS identifies new content at websites and blogs, keeping you updated with less work.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by JP — on Mar 05, 2006

• Eight Things You Need to Know About IPTV

  IPTV is buzzing all over the place, but what is it? Read on to help get yourself up to speed.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Greasy Guide — on Mar 05, 2006

• Koufax Award Voting Open

  Screw the Oscars: It's time to honor excellence in the world of lefty bloggers.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Natalie Davis — on Mar 05, 2006

• BBC Blogger Bill Thompson Gets In Trouble For Blogging, Blames Event Organizers

  There is far too much of both credit and criticism given to blogging where it is not due or apt.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Daniel M. Harrison — on Mar 05, 2006

Gaming

• Mac Game Review: Apeiron X

  Ambrosia has taken an updated spin on the classic game, Centipede.

  Review in Gaming — by Tan The Man — on Mar 05, 2006

• Mac Game Review: GooBall

  Goober will keep me company on those weeks away from home when it's just Mac and me in Tennessee.

  Review in Gaming — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Mar 05, 2006

• PS2 Review: Technic Beat

  Looking for a cheap game to check out? Look no further.

  Review in Gaming — by Kevin Cortez — on Mar 05, 2006

Music

• CD Review: Enlow - The Recovery

  What is the difference between Enlow and Stryper?

  Review in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Mar 05, 2006

• CD Review: The Sammus Theory - Man Without Eyes

  This interesting concept album is a noteworthy debut effort.

  Review in Music — by George Dionne — on Mar 05, 2006

• Interview: Mudhoney

  Mudhoney have survived the depressing Seattle rain for years...but can they survive a harsh grilling by the Modern Pea Pod's Zach Hoskins?

  Interview in Music — by Modern Pea Pod — on Mar 05, 2006

• CD Review: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band: Hammersmith Odeon London 75

  Did I mention that I love Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band?

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Mar 05, 2006

• CD Review: Bruce Springsteen - Hammersmith Odeon, London '75

  Camp Bruce is doing now what should have been done day and date with the box set release.

  Review in Music — by Matt Wardlaw — on Mar 05, 2006

Books

• Book Review: Purity Of Blood by Arturo Perez-Reverte

  Wrap your cloak around you, place your hat upon your head, ensure sword and dagger are within reach, and go to a bookseller of repute.

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Mar 05, 2006

• Book Review: The New Pearl Harbor by David Ray Griffin

  Why did the 9/11 Commission omit and distort many facts that pointed to (at the very least) complicity among government officials and massive obfuscation?

  Review in Books — by Loretta Dillon — on Mar 05, 2006

Sports

• English Premier League: Chelsea v. the Baggies

  Football, referees, corruption and journalism thoughts after yesterday's Chelsea-West Bromwich Albion contest.

  Review in Sports — by Chromatius — on Mar 05, 2006

• Meet the Missouri Valley, College Hoops' Major "Mid-Major"

  We may be ten years away from an MVC team winning a national championship.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Mar 05, 2006

Tastes

• Dan Nied's 100 Days: Days 58 and 59

  Heading to Wyoming. If I can just stay healthy for this week, I will be incredibly proud of myself.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Dan Nied — on Mar 05, 2006