May 30, 2011 Archive

Gaming

• What's New on the Wii/DSi Shop Channel for May 30, 2011

  Return to Adventure Island this week on the Virtual Console, or just go as fast as you can on WiiWare.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on May 30, 2011

• Eight Days til War... Kind of

  How do each of the big three position themselves to "win" at E3?

  Opinion in Gaming — by Brendan Doig — on May 30, 2011

• Xbox 360 Review: Dirt 3

  Codemasters is back with their next instalment of their beautiful racing franchise, Dirt 3.

  Review in Gaming — by Jay Blundell — on May 30, 2011

Music

• Music Review: Hot Club de Paris - Free the Pterodactyl 3

  A quirky band of Liverpool art-poppers have their debut release in the U.S.

  Review in Music — by Bill Sherman — on May 30, 2011

• Music Review: Mickey Newbury - An American Trilogy [Box Set]

  A treasure trove of music.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on May 30, 2011

Books

• Book Review: You Can't Outsource Weight Loss by Ed Boullianne, Ida Halasz and Karla Hills

  You can lose weight and be thin forever.

  Review in Books — by Irenesroth — on May 30, 2011

• Book Review: Shine by Lauren Myracle

  An emotionally intense and well-written mystery novel about how things and people aren't always what they seem.

  Review in Books — by Betty Wong — on May 30, 2011

• Interview with Suzanne Lieurance, Author and Children's Writer's Coach

  An interview with children's writer's coach, Suzanne Lieurance.

  Interview in Books — by Nicole Weaver — on May 30, 2011

• Book Review: Island Beneath the Sea by Isabel Allende

  Lessons in power and love from a living treasure of humanity.

  Review in Books — by Lynette Yetter — on May 30, 2011

• Book Review: Everybody Jam by Ali Lewis

  Set in the Australian outback in a time of drought and family strife, Everybody Jam is a stunning coming-of-age novel.

  Review in Books — by Mandy Southgate — on May 30, 2011

• Book Review: Wither (The Chemical Garden Trilogy) by Lauren DeStefano

  Wither explores an alternate world where the human species is endangered when a genetic engineering experiment goes wrong.

  Review in Books — by Betty Wong — on May 30, 2011

• Book Review: Think: Straight Talk for Women to Stay Smart in a Dumbed-Down World by Lisa Bloom

  In a sea of pop culture, our value are sinking fast.

  Review in Books — by Helen Gallagher — on May 30, 2011

• Book Reviews: Time Travel For Fun

  Ramblings on time travel and the hope for the past.

  Review in Books — by pmPilgrim — on May 30, 2011

Politics

• Galloping Towards Bethlehem

  Do our politicians work for us – or not?

  Opinion in Politics — by Clavos — on May 30, 2011

• To the GOP: Get a Handle on the Tea Party

  The Tea Party is the biggest threat to GOP victory in 2012. It's time to neutralize that risk.

  Opinion in Politics — by Sidney and Riley — on May 30, 2011

• Egypt Opens Border with Gaza

  Opening the Rafah border between Egypt and Gaza means different things to different groups, but for Gazans it means increased freedom.

  Opinion in Politics — by Catherine Manfre — on May 30, 2011

• Arch Enemies: Who's Next?

  Television featured Communists as arch enemies until the Berlin Wall fell and the era of Communist villainy fell with it.

  Opinion in Politics — by Tommy Mack — on May 30, 2011

Tastes

• Summer Strawberry and Rhubarb Pudding Cake

  A Delicious Old-Fashioned Warm Fruity Dessert

  Review in Tastes — by Daphne Wotherspoon — on May 30, 2011

• Strawberry Spinach Salad with Feta

  A spinach salad you can't live without!

  Review in Tastes — by Becky Coleman — on May 30, 2011

• Paleo Diet Recipe: Grilled Tuna Steaks Korean Style

  Eat healthy. Eat like a Korean caveman!

  Review in Tastes — by Layne Pennell — on May 30, 2011

Video

• TV Open Thread: Game of Thrones - “You Win or You Die”

  Everyone is on the move and after the throne - the Lannisters, the Dothraki, maybe even the White Walkers

  Review in Video — by xoxoxoe — on May 30, 2011

• TV Review: Game of Thrones - "You Win or You Die"

  Game of Thrones ups the ante as the struggle for power bursts into open battle.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on May 30, 2011

• TV Review: Body of Proof - Season One Overview

  Body of Proof should give more for the ensemble to do, instead of just relying on the very capable Delany.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on May 30, 2011

• Movie Review: The Cave of The Forgotten Dreams

  Herzog's new documentary sheds light on ancient man.

  Review in Video — by Guy De Federicis — on May 30, 2011

• Blu-ray Review: Once Upon a Time in the West

  Spectacle and introspection in one of Sergio Leone's masterpieces.

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on May 30, 2011

Culture

• Rich Housewives Spend Hours Shopping Online, But for What?

  The $600 hat vs. the $25 hat.

  Opinion in Culture — by Helene Vece — on May 30, 2011

• Transformational Leadership in Tackling Global Hunger Crisis

  None of these individuals waited to be appointed "the boss" of U.S. foreign policy and postwar relief.

  Opinion in Culture — by William Lambers — on May 30, 2011

• Theatre Review (LA): Four Clowns Conceived by Jeremy Aluma at the Sacred Fools Theatre

  Four Clowns is suberb physical theatre, but not for small children; violence and profanity prevail.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on May 30, 2011

• The Meaning of Memorial Day

  Remember to thank those who serve

  Opinion in Culture — by Luanne Stevenson — on May 30, 2011

Sports

• Mets Mess: New Owner Einhorn Has Work to Do

  Mets fans welcomed him at Citi Field on Wednesday night, and the cheers may be for something intangible as hope.

  Opinion in Sports — by Victor Lana — on May 30, 2011

Sci/Tech

• Tech News: MAINGEAR Launches What May Be the Hottest Laptop You Could Buy

  Independent computer manufacturer launches storming specs for a 3D upgrade to its luxury laptop.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Michael Simpson — on May 30, 2011

• Software Review – Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suite 2012 Premium: Maya

  A review of Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suites 2012.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on May 30, 2011

• Hardware Review: The Nook by Barnes and Noble

  My newest love - the Barnes and Noble Nook.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Tracee Gleichner — on May 30, 2011

• A Confluence of Cultures: BlogWorld Meets up with Book Expo America

  The BlogWorld meets up with the Book World.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Barbara Barnett — on May 30, 2011