April 18, 2009 Archive

Politics

• There's More Than One Town on the River

  The downstream town finds itself drinking the sewage and industrial waste of the upstream town.

  Opinion in Politics — by Jonathan Lockwood Huie — on Apr 18, 2009

• End the Embargo and Bring Back the Cigars

  The economic embargo of Cuba should end and normalized relations instituted.

  Opinion in Politics — by Kenn Jacobine — on Apr 18, 2009

• Almost, But Not Quite, Entirely Unlike Tea

  How a "grassroots" Tea Party movement materialized out of thin air.

  Opinion in Politics — by Tolstoy's Cat — on Apr 18, 2009

• The Need for National Election Law Reform

  The need for national uniform election laws.

  Opinion in Politics — by Georges Clark — on Apr 18, 2009

Sports

• Don't Discount K-Mart

  Why Kevin Martin (almost) makes the Kings worth watching.

  Opinion in Sports — by Alex Kramers — on Apr 18, 2009

• Red Wings Take Second Game of The Series, Beating Blue Jackets 4-0

  Columbus has no chance of taking home the series unless they turn this all around.

  News in Sports — by Robert M. Barga — on Apr 18, 2009

• Verlander is Becoming the New Fidrych

  His pitch count keeps rising, and 30 years ago, this ruined another Tigers star.

  Opinion in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 18, 2009

Books

• Book Review: My Diva Diet: A Woman's Last Diet Book by Christine Lakatos

  An informative weight loss guide for women based in Judeo-Christian traditions.

  Review in Books — by Lynda Lippin — on Apr 18, 2009

• Book Review: A Trance After Breakfast: And Other Passages by Alan Cheuse

  We tag along as Cheuse travels in Mexico, Bali, New Zealand, and less exotic locales, full of shared insights.

  Review in Books — by Helen Gallagher — on Apr 18, 2009

• Book Review: Managing Thought: How Do Your Thoughts Rule Your World? by Mary J. Lore

  A straightforward, easy to understand, no nonsense guide to harness the power of positive thinking.

  Review in Books — by Lynda Lippin — on Apr 18, 2009

• Book Review: Istanbul: Memories And The City by Orham Pmuk

  Istanbul's contrasts, characteristics, vistas and sensations are lived through the eyes of Orhan Pamuk's early years.

  Review in Books — by Philip Spires — on Apr 18, 2009

• Interview with Robert Masello, Author of Blood and Ice, Bestiary, and Vigil

  "A book is like a fever dream, and if I break the fever, I can lose... the idea altogether.”

  Interview in Books — by Megalith — on Apr 18, 2009

• Book Review: Columbine: A True Crime Story, A Victim, The Killers and the Nation's Search For Answers by Jeff Kass

  For its depth of study, breadth of knowledge, or eerie, grim application, it's hard to imagine a more forcible analysis.

  Review in Books — by Brian D'Ambrosio — on Apr 18, 2009

• Seven Books Of Highly Successful Children

  Wonderful books you will enjoy as much as your child will.

  Opinion in Books — by Marta Hoelscher — on Apr 18, 2009

• Book Review: Waiting For The Sun: A Rock 'N' Roll History Of Los Angeles by Barney Hoskyns

  The Glory Days Of L.A. Music.

  Review in Books — by Greg Barbrick — on Apr 18, 2009

Video

• TV News: Fox's New Animated Comedy Sit Down, Shut Up Joins Sunday Night Lineup

  Mitch Hurwitz's new animated comedy lampoons our first authority figures: teachers.

  News in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on Apr 18, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Frost/Nixon

  A no-holds-barred duel with a great script and better performances.

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on Apr 18, 2009

• DVD Review: Caprica

  "By your command" gives me goosebumps...

  Review in Video — by Fitz — on Apr 18, 2009

• TV Review: Prison Break— "Mother Lode" is Full of Sound and Fury, Signifying Nothing!

  Filled with noise, but sadly content was lacking!

  Review in Video — by Sharmila — on Apr 18, 2009

• DVD Revew: Painting Revelation: A Visual Exploration of the Last Book of the Bible

  Strikingly meaningful in its simplicity, this face-value, pictorial overview of Revelation provides tools for deeper studies as well.

  Review in Video — by Jennifer Bogart — on Apr 18, 2009

Culture

• Interview with James Jones of World Vision, Burundi

  “Food insecurity” is one of the leading factors keeping children from school.

  Interview in Culture — by William Lambers — on Apr 18, 2009

• Theatre Review (LA): Lydia by Octavio Solis at the Mark Taper Forum

  A melodrama with mystical overtones boasts a terrific cast and crisp direction by Juliette Carrillo.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Apr 18, 2009

• Theater Review (NYC): Rock of Ages

  Broadway meets arena rock in this fun-filled musical for the masses.

  Review in Culture — by CindyC — on Apr 18, 2009

• A Degree of Courage: Advice for Adults Returning to School

  An interview with Anne Connor helps adults understand that college isn’t just for kids.

  Interview in Culture — by Ann Hagman Cardinal — on Apr 18, 2009

• Has Tombstone Become the Town Too Dumb to Die? - Part V

  Once upon a time, Tombstone was called "The Town Too Tough to Diaper" (the horses).

  Opinion in Culture — by SJ Reidhead — on Apr 18, 2009

Music

• Music Review: Tom Newman - Faerie Symphony

  Tom Newman's sadly overlooked gem re-appears. Do you believe in magic?

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Apr 18, 2009

• Music Review: Charlie Kohlhase's Explorer's Club - Adventures

  Free-flowing, dangerous jazz...and superheroes!

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Apr 18, 2009

• Music Review: Bob Seger - Beautiful Loser

  Bob Seger: Chapter 4.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Apr 18, 2009

• Music Review: Shirley Johnson - Blues Attack

  A generous slice of modern blues laced with hard-edged soul. A generous slice of modern blues laced with hard-edged soul

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Apr 18, 2009

• Music Review: Chrissy Coughlin - Look Ahead

  Look Ahead – Chrissy Coughlin

  Review in Music — by Martin NBT — on Apr 18, 2009