May 17, 2009 Archive

Sports

• THF: Chins Shaved In Lieu Of Points

  Also: Unlikely Game 7s, barstool fights, performance enhancing cereal, and "What Were They Thinking?"

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on May 17, 2009

• A-Rod's Protection Gets Teixeira Back on Track

  The return of Alex Rodriguez has been a huge boost to the struggling Mark Teixeira.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on May 17, 2009

Video

• Movie Review: Angels & Demons

  A flawed but enjoyable page-to-screen adaptation of Dan Brown’s bestseller

  Review in Video — by TYRONE S REID — on May 17, 2009

• DVD Review: Seth MacFarlane’s Cavalcade Of Cartoon Comedy

  An entertaining hour to sit and watch even if you are stunned at times.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on May 17, 2009

• Seven Elements of Teen Flicks of the Last Decade

  Elements of teen-age movies for the past 10 years.

  Opinion in Video — by Ginae B. McDonald — on May 17, 2009

• DVD Pick of the Week: Friday Night Lights

  This week offers some intriguing choices. What's on your list?

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on May 17, 2009

• TV Recap: Lie To Me's "Sacrifice"

  Lightman has to make some hard decisions as a terrorist case turns personal for one of his group.

  Review in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on May 17, 2009

• DVD Review: Speed Racer The Next Generation: Comet Run the Movie

  Speed Jr. and friends race against big business...

  Review in Video — by Fitz — on May 17, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Seth MacFarlane's Cavalcade of Cartoon Comedy

  The Family Guy creator presents a collection of uncensored, interstitial comedy shorts. But do they match up in quality?

  Review in Video — by David R Perry — on May 17, 2009

• TV Review: “Rate of Exchange” and “Killing Your Number” - Prison Break Has No More Story To Tell

  Or does Prison Break have one more story to tell -- of how Michael Scofield died?

  Review in Video — by Sharmila — on May 17, 2009

• FOX Checks Back Into the Dollhouse

  The network orders a surprise renewal of Joss Whedon's fascinating sci-fi series.

  News in Video — by Arlo J. Wiley — on May 17, 2009

• DVD Review: Suspense: Ultimate Collection

  Despite the A/V quality and lack of bonus materials, this is a solid buy for vintage thriller fans.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on May 17, 2009

• Movie Review: Angels & Demons

  Interesting, a bit slow to start, but finishes strong.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on May 17, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Batman - 20th Anniversay Edition

  The iconic Tim Burton Batman film makes a wonderful solo entry into the world of Blu-ray

  Review in Video — by Michael Prince — on May 17, 2009

Books

• Book Review: Neil Armstrong Is My Uncle and Other Lies Muscle Man McGinty Told Me by Nan Marino

  Muscle Man McGinty is a big fat liar and Tamara Simpson is going to prove it to the world.

  Review in Books — by Warren Kelly — on May 17, 2009

• Book Review: Travels with Charley: In Search of America by John Steinbeck

  Our country was made for the epic cross-country trip, and this book is the perfect inspiration for dreamers who long to join the tradition.

  Review in Books — by CB — on May 17, 2009

• Book Review: Piercing the Veil by Jacqueline Fullerton

  A first murder mystery with a flair for the occult by new author Jacqueline Fullerton, a former attorney.

  Review in Books — by Friend Mouse — on May 17, 2009

• Book Review: Royal Blood by Rona Sharon

  Tudor romance with an unexpected and unsatisfying paranormal twist.

  Review in Books — by Amanda — on May 17, 2009

• Book Review: Devil Take the Hindmost: A History of Financial Speculation by John Chancellor

  A history of financial speculation for the lay reader worried about 401(k)s and the ailing economy.

  Review in Books — by Karl Wolff — on May 17, 2009

• Book Review: Animation Unleashed: 100 Principles... by Ellen Besen, Bryce Hallett (Illustrator)

  Unleashing the story!

  Review in Books — by Tim Girard — on May 17, 2009

Music

• Music Review: Super700 - Lovebites

  Stylish, charismatic, and complex, no wonder Super700 is the gem of the Berlin underground.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Hungry, Hungry Ghost - Sleeping English

  The first and only post-indie transcendentalist punk band in the world.

  Review in Music — by Luigi Bastardo — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Stanley Clarke - Jazz In the Garden

  At long last, an acoustic jazz album from the legendary bassist.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on May 17, 2009

• The Rockologist: Is It Radiohead Or Wilco?

  Who's Next?

  Opinion in Music — by Glen Boyd — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Back Door Slam - Live From Bonnaroo

  Highly recommended for blues fans not there that amazing June night in Manchester.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Billy Joel - Greatest Hits - Volume I & Volume II

  Billy Joel: Chapter 11.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Paul Kelly More Songs from the South Concert at the Civic Theatre, Newcastle

  High energy fun, exquisite musicianship, and the deep introspection we've come to expect from the Southern Bard.

  Review in Music — by Maggie Ball — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Bob Mould – Life And Times

  On his ninth solo album, the former Husker Du axeman isn't quite ready to bury the hatchet.

  Review in Music — by Michael Bialas — on May 17, 2009

• Music Review: Kathryn Williams & Neill MacColl - Two

  A magical musical meeting of minds.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on May 17, 2009

• Concert Review: Coachella 2009 - Day Two - 4/18/09

  Rule #2: Get enough sleep or get enough drugs.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on May 17, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Beam Me Up! How to Make Your Own Transporter

  Star Trek's transporter effect required armies of technicians in 1966. Today, you can easily create the effect in your PC.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Ed Driscoll — on May 17, 2009

Politics

• President Barack Buchanan?

  He was elected to heal a rancorous partisan division, run a Democratic Congress, and show that "well intentioned" men can fix the problems of this country. Hail Barack Buchanan!

  Opinion in Politics — by Mr Dock Ellis — on May 17, 2009

• Quantum of Solace: The Making of Modern Consciousness, Part III

  Our future is far from certain. Will we succumb to the exigencies of the moment or rise above? The human spirit is beckoning.

  Opinion in Politics — by Roger Nowosielski — on May 17, 2009

Culture

• Grandma: Recipes For Love

  Childhood memories of Grandma, who taught me to cook and to love.

  Opinion in Culture — by Jeannie Danna — on May 17, 2009