January 4, 2008 Archive

Politics

• Iowa Caucuses: An Audacious Win, A New Beginning?

  Is it just me? Or did we just witness a profound shift in the collective political consciousness of America?

  Opinion in Politics — by Glen Boyd — on Jan 04, 2008

• Forget Hillary: Spears Stiffer Competition for Obama

  In today's news, a shocking development: Spears melodrama outshines Obama victory, 7-2!

  Satire in Politics — by Clayton Perry — on Jan 04, 2008

• Flip Flop Romney: To Trust Or Not To Trust Him, That Is The Question

  Will Mitt Romney's numerous flip-flops, hypocrisies and backtracks stall his chances of winning the White House? They absolutely should.

  Opinion in Politics — by Charlie Doherty — on Jan 04, 2008

• The Politico Whodunit: Barack Rocks Iowa Caucus 2008

  The avatar of change candidate trumps "trumped-up" change candidate, or Obama beats Clinton.

  News in Politics — by Heloise — on Jan 04, 2008

Sci/Tech

• Dan Nied's Fortress of Weight Loss: Day 9

  When Do I Start Losing Weight?

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Dan Nied — on Jan 04, 2008

• No More Agnosticism: The Science Behind the Wonder of the Unknown

  Feelings of genuine wonder and reverence are no reason to remain agnostic about the origin and meaning of life on Earth.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Guanshi Edyo — on Jan 04, 2008

Books

• Book Review: Fablehaven by Brandon Mull

  Fablehaven is a little chunk of real estate filled with mythological creatures and beings -- but not all are good.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Jan 04, 2008

Sports

• Sol Campbell Is Off-Target With Abuse Complaint

  Footballers have to take the rough with the smooth when fans voice their opinions.

  Opinion in Sports — by Ally Brown — on Jan 04, 2008

• An Analysis of Roger Clemens’ Injection Excuse

  The word is Roger Clemens’ story is that his trainer Brian McNamee injected him with Lidocaine and Vitamin B-12, not steroids.

  News in Sports — by Sal Marinello — on Jan 04, 2008

• Satire: Lidocaine For The Soul

  A ballad in honor of Roger Clemens' HGH denial.

  Satire in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Jan 04, 2008

• To Browns Fans, From A Steelers Fan: Better Luck Next Year

  No, this is not an attack on the Browns.

  Opinion in Sports — by Maddy Pumilia — on Jan 04, 2008

• NFL Season Wrap-Up

  Wherein I make my peace with 2007.

  News in Sports — by David Mazzotta — on Jan 04, 2008

Video

• The Apprentice and the Evil Queen

  Oh Apprentice, how happy am I that you're back on TV?

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jan 04, 2008

• TV Recap: The Celebrity Apprentice - Week 1

  Caution: Spoilers

  Review in Video — by Maddy Pumilia — on Jan 04, 2008

• Movie Media: You Don't Mess With the Zohan, The Hottie and the Nottie, Semi-Pro, Witless Protection, The Signal, The Accidental Husband

  New trailers and posters for a mix of good, bad, and ugly flicks.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jan 04, 2008

• DVD Review: Once

  Viable classic or just a flash in the pan?

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on Jan 04, 2008

• Mamma Mia! Hits the Big Screen in July, 2008

  The hit musical turns into a movie!

  News in Video — by Maddy Pumilia — on Jan 04, 2008

• New Movies and Box Office Predictions: One Missed Call

  2008 starts with something of a whimper.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jan 04, 2008

• DVD Review: Superbad - 2-Disc Unrated Extended Edition

  Superbad is a funny teen comedy with realistic situations and a holy grail of special features.

  Review in Video — by Kevin Gustafson — on Jan 04, 2008

• DVD Review: Rob & Big – The Complete Seasons 1 & 2 (Uncensored)

  Rob Dyrdek and Christopher "Big Black" Boykin are doin' work in the Hollywood Hills.

  Review in Video — by Rebecca Wright — on Jan 04, 2008

• PBS Primetime Programming for the Week of January 6

  Lasser... Josh Lasser.

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jan 04, 2008

• Making the Rounds at General Hospital - Luke Faces His Judgment Day

  Will it be heaven, hell, or back to his normal existence?

  Review in Video — by Connie Phillips — on Jan 04, 2008

Music

• Rockin' New Year's Masquerade Party Leaves Something To Be Desired

  I spent my New Year's Eve at home this year watching Tila Tequila's Rockin' New Year's Masquerade Party.

  Opinion in Music — by Mike Johnston — on Jan 04, 2008

• The Friday Morning Listen: Led Zeppelin - The Song Remains The Same

  Happy New Year, everybody!

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Jan 04, 2008

• Retro Redux: Sleepin' In The Country

  A monkey in a lab will never sleep as well as a small boy in a feather-bed.

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on Jan 04, 2008