February 10, 2007 Archive

Politics

• Israel's Bedouin: Hidden Victims

  Native Tribes tormented, subjected to deprivation, and forced into homelessness, all away from the media spotlight.

  Opinion in Politics — by Liam Bailey — on Feb 10, 2007

• Will Barack Be Black Enough?

  Will Barack Obama have the support of the civil rights movement?

  Opinion in Politics — by Heloise — on Feb 10, 2007

• Are We Bloggers Giving Ourselves an Unmerited Air of Importance?

  We as bloggers believe that we are able to bring about change in the political establishment - but is that really true ?

  Opinion in Politics — by Sibin Mohan — on Feb 10, 2007

Music

• Music Review: J. Dilla - Donuts

  On the one year anniversary of his death, a review of what may be J. Dilla's finest work.

  Review in Music — by Sterfish — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: Pere Ubu - Why I Hate Women

  David Thomas delivers another slice of artsy post-punk, fronting yet another version of Pere Ubu. Iconic, post-modern cinema for the skull ensues.

  Review in Music — by Peter Chakerian — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: Katharine McPhee

  Katharine McPhee poises herself to be the next Christina Aguilera on her unexpected yet enjoyable debut.

  Review in Music — by Film Laureate — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: The Pretenders - Pirate Radio

  Quintessential collection celebrates Pretenders' heyday and brusque, vulnerable frontwoman Hynde, who set male-dominated music industry on its ear.

  Review in Music — by Peter Chakerian — on Feb 10, 2007

• OzzFest, Proudly Sponsored by {Corporate Sponsor}

  Nothing like the union of corporate sponsorship and the anti-establishment metal world.

  News in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: Josh Rouse - Subtitulo

  Singer-songwriter's trapped-in-time warmth and contentment fuses with indigenous persuasions. Mellow, disarming songcraft results.

  Review in Music — by Peter Chakerian — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: Jesse Sykes - Like Love, Lust and The Open Halls of the Soul

  Jesse Sykes forges a new path with her latest release.

  Review in Music — by Benjamin Cossel — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: John Mellencamp - Freedom's Road

  If Bruce Springsteen represents the conscience of America to many, John Mellencamp is a prime candidate as it's illegitimate "little bastard" son.

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Feb 10, 2007

• Blogcritics Goodie Bag: The Dead Bodies, Satellite Party, Diana Ross, Collie Buddz, and Hank Williams Jr.

  The goodie bag contains all sorts of digital treats for Blogcritics Magazine readers. Enjoy!

  News in Music — by Anna Creech — on Feb 10, 2007

• Music Review: Xentrix re-issues, Nox, With Passion, Helloween, and The Straw Bear Band

  It's another edition of Marty's Musical Meltdown!

  Review in Music — by Marty Dodge — on Feb 10, 2007

• Retro Redux: Beatles Weren't First British Musical Invasion

  Paul, John, Ringo and George were probably still scuffling around the schoolyards of Liverpool...

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on Feb 10, 2007

• Andrew Bird Set To Release Seventh Studio Album

  Based on the new track, “Heretic,” it sounds like Bird will be back to his old tricks.

  News in Music — by Dave Powers — on Feb 10, 2007

• One Track Mind: Nazz - "Open My Eyes"

  Even when Rundgren was Todd The Mod, he was still a pop god.

  Review in Music — by Pico — on Feb 10, 2007

Video

• Movie Review: Population 436

  Fred Durst can act? It seems so as we take a look at 2006's Population 436.

  Review in Video — by Casey Criswell — on Feb 10, 2007

• MeeVee Primetime Picks: Weekend, Feb. 9-11

  News in Video — by TV with MeeVee — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Beyond the Gates

  To every man is given the key to the gates of heaven. The same key opens the gates of hell.

  Review in Video — by Simon Barrett — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: No One In Their Right Mind Should Go See Music and Lyrics

  Save yourself 96 minutes and the cost of a film ticket.

  Review in Video — by Vindi — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Hollywoodland

  Hollywood proved to be deadlier than Kryptonite to TV's "Man of Steel".

  Review in Video — by Brandon Daviet — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Because I Said So

  Don't see Because I Said So ...because I said so.

  Review in Video — by Colin Boyd — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Chainsaw Sally

  Jimmyo Burril carves himself a refreshing slice of indie horror.

  Review in Video — by T. Rigney — on Feb 10, 2007

• Got a Screenplay? The Waterfront Film Festival Wants You

  The screenplay competition goes out to the nation.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Seraphim Falls

  "So these two Irishman are chasing each other through the woods..." Brosnan and Neeson star in a new Western.

  Review in Video — by Colin Boyd — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Revisiting The Day the Earth Stood Still

  Nearly 60 years after its release, the sci-fi classic The Day the Earth Stood Still remains a highly relevant story...

  Review in Video — by George Dvorsky — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: Smokin' Aces

  Absolutely one of the films to miss this year.

  Review in Video — by Larry Stanley — on Feb 10, 2007

• I Am Dwight Schrute

  It's sad, but it's an inescapable conclusion.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Feb 10, 2007

• TV Review: Boston Legal - "Selling Sickness"

  Denise gets pregnant while Denny defends a gay man. If you offend easily, ignore this review.

  Review in Video — by NancyGail — on Feb 10, 2007

• Movie Review: The Messengers

  Frustrating movie, interesting premise that fails to deliver combined with nicely composed images.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Feb 10, 2007

• DVD Review: BloodRayne Unrated

  It's times like this when critics rethink their career choice.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Feb 10, 2007

Culture

• Tabloid Nation: A Bimbo Checks Out

  So -- Anna Nicole Smith has self-destructed. Who cares?

  Opinion in Culture — by Bob Felton — on Feb 10, 2007

• Q: Have There Been Societies That Have Practiced Polyandry?

  mental_floss question of the day.

  News in Culture — by Mental_Floss — on Feb 10, 2007

• I'm A Time Traveler

  I'm afraid you'll just have to take my word for it when I tell you that I'm a time traveler.

  Opinion in Culture — by Richard Marcus — on Feb 10, 2007

• What Great Thinkers, Leaders, And Artists Have In Common

  Perhaps it has less to do with the brain and more to do with the heart.

  Opinion in Culture — by Bill Soukoreff — on Feb 10, 2007

• The Pitfalls of Procrastination

  What exactly is procrastination? Is it laziness, perfectionism, a lack of self-discipline, or a value judgment?

  Opinion in Culture — by Ginger Haycox — on Feb 10, 2007

Sci/Tech

• Why there should be an X Prize for an artificial biosphere

  It's time to revive the biosphere projects of the early 1990s.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by George Dvorsky — on Feb 10, 2007

Gaming

• Gaming Round Up for 2/10/07

  NBA Live gets competitive while people in the industry receive honors.

  News in Gaming — by Aaron Auzins — on Feb 10, 2007

• Gurumin Drills Its Way Onto the PSP

  Nihon Falcom's quirky adventure finds a U.S. home next week.

  News in Gaming — by Aaron Auzins — on Feb 10, 2007

• Nintendo to Ship Wii Play

  Your next batch of mini games courtesy of Nintendo.

  News in Gaming — by Aaron Auzins — on Feb 10, 2007

• Chulip Finally Surfaces for U.S. Release

  Natsume's "kissing simulator" puckers up for Feb. 14 release.

  News in Gaming — by Aaron Auzins — on Feb 10, 2007

• Ghost Rider to Speed to Various Consoles

  Game release nears as movie set to rev up in theaters.

  News in Gaming — by Aaron Auzins — on Feb 10, 2007

• PC Game Review: The Sims Life Stories

  Laptop friendly life simulator offers simpler gameplay in freeplay or character mode.

  Review in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Feb 10, 2007

• Clueless Parents Real Threat to Nintendo DS Pictochat “Dangers”

  OMG!1!! R U FOR REALS??

  Opinion in Gaming — by Ken Edwards — on Feb 10, 2007

• PC Game Review: PeaceMaker

  A unique game that promotes peace and understanding...

  Review in Gaming — by Brandon Daviet — on Feb 10, 2007

Sports

• Dale Jr. Wants His Stepmom's Company Because He Is White

  Also: Cyclers dope? No way; Gilbert Arenas is a big showoff, God love him; and who still doesn't love PTI?

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Feb 10, 2007

• #12 Miami University Defeats Lake Superior State 4-1

  With the victory, the Miami RedHawks snapped their season-long winless streak at four games.

  News in Sports — by M.D. Sandwasher — on Feb 10, 2007

Books

• Book Review: United States v. George W. Bush et al. by Elizabeth de la Vega

  Within the narrow confines of the progressive court of public opinion, U.S. vs. Bush succeeds admirably.

  Review in Books — by Larry Sakin — on Feb 10, 2007

• Book Review: Digital Destiny by Jeff Chester

  George Orwell was right; he just got the date wrong.

  Review in Books — by Simon Barrett — on Feb 10, 2007