October 31, 2010 Archive

Politics

• Republican Strawmen, Yellow Journalism, and the GOP's Continued Voter Suppression Campaign

  Accusations are all that the Right needs, no matter how unsubstantiated.

  Opinion in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Oct 31, 2010

• Is Yemeni Girl Student Victim of Terrorist Bomb Plot?

  Yemeni girl student’s arrest appears not justified for sending bombs through cargo planes for several reasons.

  News in Politics — by Sekhar — on Oct 31, 2010

• An Unbearable Shallowness of Being: The Comedy-Tragedy Dualism

  A case for Comedy : The success of the Daily Show is a living testimony of the power of comedy in tackling a conversation about very critical and important matters of the day.

  Satire in Politics — by flawsophy — on Oct 31, 2010

• A Random Walk Down Bull Street: Finding the American Dream in the Midst of a Nightmare

  Beyond the divisive social issues, shock jocks, and partisan hacks, what do the midterm elections really mean for America?

  Opinion in Politics — by Joseph F. Cotto — on Oct 31, 2010

• Democracy or Republic? An Exploration of America's Political System

  It is vital that when people vote, it is on important topics that they are informed on.

  Opinion in Politics — by Mike King — on Oct 31, 2010

Books

• Book Review: I Shall Wear Midnight by Terry Pratchett

  A dark and sinister danger.

  Review in Books — by Leslie Wright — on Oct 31, 2010

• Book Review: Outnumbered: Incredible Stories of History’s Most Surprising Battlefield Upsets by Cormac O’Brien

  “War is the province of uncertainty.” — Carl von Clausewitz

  Review in Books — by FCEtier — on Oct 31, 2010

• Interview: Valmore Daniels, Author of Forbidden the Stars

  Meet the man behind the new sci-fi adventure, Forbidden the Stars.

  Interview in Books — by April Pohren — on Oct 31, 2010

• Interview: Mark Oetjens, Author of The Staff of Rahgorra

  Meet a man who is a talent and inspiration for all, Mark Oetjens.

  Interview in Books — by April Pohren — on Oct 31, 2010

• Book Review: Still On The Road: The Songs of Bob Dylan, 1974 - 2006 by Clinton Heylin

  “Ain’t no more opportunity here, everything’s been done.” — Bob Dylan aka “Lucky Wilbury”, aka “Boo Wilbury”

  Review in Books — by FCEtier — on Oct 31, 2010

• Graphic Novel Review: Fables Four — March of the Wooden Soldiers by Bill Willingham

  Fables kick Adversary's rear end.

  Review in Books — by Eilonvi — on Oct 31, 2010

Gaming

• Nintendo DS/DSi Game Review: Super Scribblenauts

  An addictive, fun and hard-to-resist game for the entire family!

  Review in Gaming — by April Pohren — on Oct 31, 2010

• PlayStation 3 Game Review: Pro Evolution Soccer 2011

  Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 suffers in presentation and production value, but still provides competition gameplay-wise to FIFA.

  Review in Gaming — by Nathaniel Edwards — on Oct 31, 2010

• PSP Review: Invizimals

  Invizimals are all around you in your real life environment, you only need your PSP and camera to see them!

  Review in Gaming — by Kim Crawley — on Oct 31, 2010

• Xbox 360 2010 Gift Guide

  The XBox gaming world expands with great games and the controller-free Kinect motion detection system.

  News in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Oct 31, 2010

• Nintendo Wii Review: Wipeout The Game

  As a game, this doesn't have the same thrill as its television counterpart.

  Review in Gaming — by Sherry Lipp — on Oct 31, 2010

Culture

• Pardon Me, But Your Knee Is On Fire

  An American in China learns firsthand about Chinese alternative medicine.

  Opinion in Culture — by longwei2china — on Oct 31, 2010

• Coffee Klatch: More Than a Virtual Cup of Coffee

  A warm gathering place for parents raising children with special needs.

  Interview in Culture — by Luanne Stevenson — on Oct 31, 2010

• Trick Or Treating, the Appeal Is Intriguing

  Halloween is a great holiday, but we all know children do not really like it.

  Satire in Culture — by DannyVollmer84 — on Oct 31, 2010

Video

• Blu-ray Review: The Hangover - Extreme Edition

  Gee…a sampler CD and booklet. Thanks, Warner Brothers!

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on Oct 31, 2010

• DVD Review: Wake Up

  He's not hallucinating, schizophrenic, physically ill, or on drugs, so why is he seeing angels and demons?

  Review in Video — by Miss Bob Etier — on Oct 31, 2010

• Anime Review: Ergo Proxy

  A philosophic cyberpunk masterpiece turned steam-punk masterpiece.

  Review in Video — by TheKrempist — on Oct 31, 2010

• DVD Review: Humphrey Bogart: The Essential Collection

  This Humphrey Bogart DVD box set actually lives up to its billing as essential.

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

• DVD Review: Pretty Maids All In A Row

  Rock Hudson, Telly Savalas and Angie Dickinson - Oh My!

  Review in Video — by David Bowling — on Oct 31, 2010

• DVD Review: The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss - There is Nothing to Fear in Here!

  Dr. Seuss + The Muppets = Fun!

  Review in Video — by Fitz — on Oct 31, 2010

Sports

• As Gang Green Turns: More Trick Than Treat: Jets Lose Halloween Game 9-0 to the Packers

  If the Jets keep playing this way, they will be lucky to even contend for a wild card.

  Opinion in Sports — by Victor Lana — on Oct 31, 2010

• Miami Heat Mania

  The Miami Heat continue to keep fans satisfied with its fascinating moves and back-to-back wins.

  News in Sports — by Marilyn Pean — on Oct 31, 2010

• SEC Week Nine Recap: Florida beats Georgia in OT, Auburn holds serve

  Florida outlasts Georgia to win in OT while Auburn blasts Ole Miss on the road.

  Opinion in Sports — by J. Newcastle — on Oct 31, 2010

Sci/Tech

• Why Did Netflix Need Console Streaming Discs?

  You have to spend money to make money.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Mark Buckingham — on Oct 31, 2010

Music

• Music Review: Taylor Swift - Speak Now

  Taylor Swift treats fans to youthful, expressive and hit-laden third album, Speak Now

  Review in Music — by TYRONE S REID — on Oct 31, 2010

• Best Halloween Music: Last-Minute Downloads

  A fun-filled guide to the best in Halloween music. For your party, or for home listening.

  Opinion in Music — by Brandy — on Oct 31, 2010

• Music Review: Benito Gonzalez - Circles

  Exciting, energetic jazz makes this a winning sophomore album.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Oct 31, 2010

• Music Review: Laura Stincer - Sacrifice Of Love

  An instrumental jazz debut expressing praise to God for life and the freedom of nature.

  Review in Music — by HouseofRefuge — on Oct 31, 2010

• Music Review: Roy Gaines and his Orchestra - Tuxedo Blues

  A swinging blues orchestra delivers under the leadership of guitarist Roy Gaines.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Oct 31, 2010

• Music Review: Badfinger - Straight Up (2010 Apple Records Original Remasters)

  Sixty minutes of pure power pop bliss.

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Oct 31, 2010