September 5, 2007 Archive

Politics

• Let's Get Real in 2008

  What you should be watching when the candidates lips move.

  Opinion in Politics — by The Obnoxious American — on Sep 05, 2007

• Is A Reasoned Approach Possible With Gun Control?

  The gun control issue will never be resolved until we admit the 2nd Amendment is flawed and start negotiating with empathy and understanding.

  Opinion in Politics — by Mark Schannon — on Sep 05, 2007

• Satire: Fantasy Football Draft Advice From Presidential Candidates

  Not sure which running back to take in your fantasy league's first round? Consult the all-knowing Dennis Kucinich.

  Satire in Politics — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Sep 05, 2007

• British Basra Withdrawal: You Never Know Unless You Go

  Britain was never going to completely pacify Iraq's southern districts, but they've accomplished their goals of training Iraqi policy and military.

  Opinion in Politics — by Liam Bailey — on Sep 05, 2007

Video

• Movie Review: Balls of Fury

  Like "Blades of Glory," this film has some solid laughs, but just not enough to justify the price of admission.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Sep 05, 2007

• Making the Rounds at General Hospital - Trevor Threatens Kate, Sonny, and Ric

  Trevor terrorizes Kate, Sonny, and Ric. Logan fumbles. Will he pay with his life?

  Review in Video — by Connie Phillips — on Sep 05, 2007

• DVD Review: It's Always In Sunny In Philadelphia Seasons 1 and 2

  I'd rather watch The Ropers.

  Review in Video — by Matthew Milam — on Sep 05, 2007

• Movie Review: 3:10 to Yuma

  Russell Crowe and Christian Bale combine for a thrilling, darker remake of the 1957 western.

  Review in Video — by Colin Boyd — on Sep 05, 2007

• Movie Review: Neverwas

  A modern fairy tale sorely in need of a sense of wonder.

  Review in Video — by Ray Ellis — on Sep 05, 2007

• DVD Review: The Hit

  I hope the check Blair Underwood got from The Hit had at a one and three zeros at least.

  Review in Video — by Matthew Milam — on Sep 05, 2007

• Damages Looks To Boil A Bunny

  It's not that rabbit isn't delicious, but does this show really need to cook them up?

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Sep 05, 2007

• TV Review: The Big Bang Theory

  It didn't make my head go bang, but it's a shaky start to a likely success.

  Review in Video — by Diane Kristine Wild — on Sep 05, 2007

• It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia And A Giveaway Makes That Even Better!

  T-shirts, posters, and sun, oh my!

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Sep 05, 2007

• DVD Review: Kickin' It Old Skool

  There is not wonderment here, only confusion.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Sep 05, 2007

Culture

• An Amtrak Trek North By North

  Airlines are in trouble and have become troublesome. Can passenger rail service make a comeback? A journey...

  Review in Culture — by Howard Dratch — on Sep 05, 2007

• Keeping your House Safe and Sound

  Lock your doors, ease your mind.

  Opinion in Culture — by Marie Jordan — on Sep 05, 2007

• Bill Clinton Shares Oprah’s Stage: Giving is Living

  Even Oprah trots out Bill for her new season.

  Review in Culture — by Heloise — on Sep 05, 2007

• Art on the Internet: One Painting A Day

  An overview of the "One Painting a Day" online movement.

  Opinion in Culture — by Elijah — on Sep 05, 2007

• Cleveland Plain Dealer Isn't Racist By Hiring Terry Pluto

  Pluto is simply the best sportswriter covering Cleveland sports anywhere.

  Opinion in Culture — by Craig Lyndall — on Sep 05, 2007

• By Grand Central Station I Sat Down and Wept: A Tale of Synchronicity

  I wrote my first book when I was still very young...

  Opinion in Culture — by Sadi Ranson-Polizzotti — on Sep 05, 2007

• Universal Studio's Halloween Horror Nights Is Back

  Since I attended Halloween Horror Nights last year, I have determined that I will absolutely be swinging by for a scare this year. Here's why.

  News in Culture — by Maddy Pumilia — on Sep 05, 2007

Music

• Music Review: The Entourage Soundtrack

  A fascinating, fun look at a different type of lifestyle as told through music.

  Review in Music — by Mary K. Williams — on Sep 05, 2007

• Music Review: The Real Tuesday Weld - The London Book of the Dead

  'Unclassifiable' vintage/future songs from a unique band.

  Review in Music — by Patrick — on Sep 05, 2007

• Music DVD Review: Mountain – Live In Paris

  A good representation of the band VH1 ranked in the top 100 artists of Hard Rock.

  Review in Music — by T. Michael Testi — on Sep 05, 2007

• Metallica to Play Bridge School Benefit and The Daily Music and Tech News

  Metallica to play benefit, NBC moves to Amazon and Facebook profiles go public in today's update.

  News in Music — by Katharine Donelson — on Sep 05, 2007

• Music Review: Dreamland - Future's Calling

  Mediocre metal that isn't awful, but not exactly memorable. Bland metal?

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Sep 05, 2007

• Music Review: John Scofield Trio - This Meets That

  "Chamber jazz" as performed by John Scofield and his top-drawer trio swings, jams, and rocks.

  Review in Music — by Pico — on Sep 05, 2007

• Music Review: The Pietasters - All Day

  After 17 years together, several albums, and 14 past members, The Pietasters are back with a new studio album.

  Review in Music — by Kate C. Harding — on Sep 05, 2007

• Music Review: After All - This Violent Decline

  Skull crushing heavy thrash from Belgium.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Sep 05, 2007

Tastes

• Tips for Removing Red Wine Stains

  Remove the stain, keep the wine.

  News in Tastes — by Jenn Jordan — on Sep 05, 2007

Gaming

• Nintendo Wii Review: Metroid Prime 3: Corruption

  Great combat and puzzle action continues with main heroine Samus Aran in Metroid Prime 3: Corruption.

  Review in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Sep 05, 2007

• Xbox 360 Elite Worth its High Cost

  Oh, let me count the ways...

  Opinion in Gaming — by Ken Edwards — on Sep 05, 2007

• X07: Kane & Lynch: Dead Men Impressions

  First thoughts on Kane and Lynch from the X07 media event.

  News in Gaming — by Jason Westhaver — on Sep 05, 2007

• Gear Impressions: Novint Falcon 3-D Force-Feedback Controller, Part 1

  Seriously, this is the best thing since the Wii remote. Easily.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Sep 05, 2007

Books

• Book Review: The Solitude Of Emperors by David Davidar

  Until recent times India was a pluralistic society the envy of any so called modern civilization...

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Sep 05, 2007

• Book Review: Panic Attack! Art in the Punk Years, Edited by Mark Sladen and Ariella Yedgar

  Panic Attack! Art in the Punk Years offers a beautiful exploration into a little-known art movement.

  Review in Books — by Alyse Wax — on Sep 05, 2007

Sports

• Boo Your Home Team at Your Own Peril

  Fans that boo their home teams often get what they deserve.

  News in Sports — by Brian McClellan — on Sep 05, 2007

• RJ's NFL Picks, Week One

  RJ's NFL Picks - So much fun it should be illegal. Like fighting pit bulls.

  News in Sports — by RJ Elliott — on Sep 05, 2007