May 31, 2010 Archive

Culture

• U.S. Marine Takes the Lead on School Feeding in Liberia

  If there are enough people like Sergeant Morris around, a global school lunch program can become a reality.

  News in Culture — by William Lambers — on May 31, 2010

• The Beer Summit

  Solving the world's problems one beer at a time.

  Satire in Culture — by Chris Ballard — on May 31, 2010

Books

• Book Review: The Spiritual ABCs of Transformational Leadership by Tekemia Dorsey, illustrated by Hana Albrecht

  In two books designed to help developing leaders, Tekemia Dorsey offers a Bible-based approach.

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on May 31, 2010

• The Early Word Swimsuit Issue: New Summer Reading, Week of June 1, 2010

  Laurell K. Hamilton, Steve Martini, Stephenie Meyer, Ann Brashares, Clive Cussler, Shannon McKenna, Charles Martin, Jeffery Deaver, Sara Douglass, Eric Van Lustbader, Taylor Anderson, Aimee Bender...

  News in Books — by Gordon Hauptfleisch — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: CSI: An Insider's Guide to the TV Phenomenon by Titan Books

  Touch upon the spirit of CSI and revisit its last ten seasons.

  Review in Books — by Sahar — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: The Age of Wonder: The Romantic Generation and the Discovery of the Beauty and Terror of Science by Richard Holmes

  The Romantics set the stage for the Victorian Age and the discoveries of upcoming centuries.

  Review in Books — by Regis Schilken — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: Ten Things I Hate about Christianity Discussion Guide by Jason T. Berggren

  Interested in forming a Christian study group on contemporary issues? Here's a resource that would serve you well.

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: The Healers by Thomas Heric

  What if the Nazis hadn't stopped doing medical research in World War II?

  Review in Books — by Fitz — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: Changes by Jim Butcher

  Harry Dresden is back and vows to save a child from the clutches of the Red Court of Vampires...

  Review in Books — by Fitz — on May 31, 2010

• An Interview With Jim Knipfel, Author of These Children Who Come at You with Knives, and Other Fairy Tales: Stories

  Jim Knipfel writes fairy tales that are profane, hilarious, brilliant and will make you laugh out loud.

  Interview in Books — by Scott Butki — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: Walk Like You Have Somewhere to Go: From Mental Welfare to Mental Health by Lucille O'Neal

  Lucille O'Neal tells a sadly linear and one-dimensional version of her life story.

  Review in Books — by Emm — on May 31, 2010

• Book Review: The Lumby Lines: A Novel by Gail Fraser

  Welcome to Lumby, where things are slow but definitely not boring.

  Review in Books — by Sahar — on May 31, 2010

• Manga Review: Neko Ramen by Kenji Sonishi

  A cantankerous feline stubbornly struggles to be a ramen noodle chef in this collection of appealingly silly comic strips.

  Review in Books — by Bill Sherman — on May 31, 2010

Gaming

• What's New on the Wii/DSi Shop Channel for May 31, 2010

  A sometimes forgotten Game Boy game gets a sequel 18 years in the making this week, and Wii owners can rejoice with the return of the Virtual Console!

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on May 31, 2010

Video

• DVD Review: Peanuts 1970's Collection Vol. 2

  The Peanuts gang present the final specials from the decade.

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on May 31, 2010

• DVD Review: Peanuts 1970's Collection Vol. 2

  Doesn't have the classics found in previous collections, but still plenty of charming moments

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on May 31, 2010

• DVD Review: Bing Crosby: The Television Specials - Volume One

  First ever DVD release of classic Bing Crosby TV specials.

  Review in Video — by Greg Barbrick — on May 31, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: Alice in Wonderland (2010)

  Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland is a whole lot like other Tim Burton films.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 31, 2010

• DVD Review: The Eastwood Factor (Extended Version)

  Just when you thought it couldn't get any better... Morgan Freeman presents Clint Eastwood. Faster, harder, louder, more.

  Review in Video — by A Geek Girl — on May 31, 2010

• TV Review: Glee - "Theatricality"

  Finn learns a lesson from the Best Dad on Television, and everyone worships at the altar of Lady Gaga.

  Review in Video — by Chelsea Doyle — on May 31, 2010

• 2010 Summer Movie Preview: June

  June offers popular 1980s remakes, high profile sequels, star filled comedies plus a couple "killer" movies.

  News in Video — by Tall Writer — on May 31, 2010

• Movie Review: Avatar

  Avatar brings as much to the table as a waiter on crutches, provided he could carry a black light.

  Review in Video — by ProfPlume — on May 31, 2010

Sports

• Jose Mourinho Takes Over at Real Madrid

  Jose Mourinho becomes Real Madrid's coach with a goal of becoming Europe's best team.

  News in Sports — by Earl G. Lundquist — on May 31, 2010

Music

• Music Review: Ambarchi/O'Rourke/Haino - Tima Formosa

  An experimental music summit recorded live in Japan last year.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on May 31, 2010

Politics

• BP Isn't a Villain; We Need to Point the Finger at Ourselves

  Americans are feeling helpless and frustrated over the current Gulf oil spill disaster and are looking for someone to blame.

  Opinion in Politics — by Jonathan Lockwood Huie — on May 31, 2010

• Interview with Marie Stroughter, Co-Founder of African-American Conservatives (AACONS)

  What to do you do when you are NOT among the 96% of blacks who voted for Obama? Ask Marie, rising conservative talk-radio star ?? BlogTalkRadio!

  Interview in Politics — by Christine Lakatos — on May 31, 2010

• Terrorists on the Way to Gaza Stopped by IDF - Shooting Breaks out on the Boat

  Israeli politicians manage to mess up a successful anti-terror operation of the IDF.

  Opinion in Politics — by Ruvy — on May 31, 2010