Feature: NewsFlash

Blogcritics' bread and butter has always been its ability to go deep. If something happens, our writers reflect profoundly on the situation, compare it to other events, and tie it in to our collective personal history.

While other news outlets and wire services are breaking the stories, our astute editorial team will gather those top leads and condense them as NewsFlashes. When a story gets immediate attention here, you can be sure you'll see some pertinent articles in the future from other Blogcritics in the fashion you love 'em the best: long, wise, and impeccable.

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• Porcupine Tree Announce Fall U.S. Concert Dates

  The wait is over for Porcupine Tree fans...almost.

  News by Glen Boyd — on Apr 10, 2009

• Man Cooks up Five Dollar Solar Oven for $75,000 Prize

  From saving trees and helping provide clean water to unloading the aching backs of many Africans, this invention has many winners.

  News by Diana Hartman — on Apr 09, 2009

• Angels Pitcher Nick Adenhart Dies In Hit-And-Run Accident

  The rookie pitcher was 22 years old.

  News by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 09, 2009

• House, M.D. Builds Toward the Season Five Finale

  What happens next on House? As the season comes to a close, House deals with Kutner's death — and a comedy legend makes an appearance.

  News by Barbara Barnett — on Apr 08, 2009

• The Beatles Discography Remastered, On Sale Sept. 9th

  Still no iTunes, but 'new' versions of classic albums are on the way...

  News by Josh Hathaway — on Apr 08, 2009

• Blake Griffin Announces He Will Play For A Bad Team Next Year

  Kidding aside, the best college basketball player of the year makes a no-brainer decision.

  News by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 07, 2009

• Doves Announce N. American Kingdoms of Rust Tour Dates

  Manchester, UK band Doves release follow up to 'Some Cities' and US/UK tour dates

  News by Josh Hathaway — on Apr 07, 2009

• AC/DC Announces First 2009 US Tour Dates

  The "Rock 'N Roll Train" continues rolling down the tracks in 2009...

  News by Josh Hathaway — on Apr 06, 2009

• George Harrison To Receive Star on Hollywood Walk Of Fame

  EMI also plans to announce a new Harrison release April 14...

  News by Josh Hathaway — on Apr 05, 2009

• Cleveland Rocks - Live at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

  Blogging live — sort of — from the show.

  News by Eric Olsen — on Apr 04, 2009

• Giants Safely Discharge Plaxico Burress

  Awaiting a conclusion to his handgun trial, the enigmatic wide receiver is now without an NFL team.

  News by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 03, 2009

• Elvis Costello to Release Secret, Profane & Sugarcane June 2

  Elvis goes acoustic with his newest album, will launch tour this summer.

  News by Lisa McKay — on Apr 03, 2009

• Jay Cutler Traded To Bears

  In return the Broncos get two first-round picks, Kyle Orton, and peace of mind.

  News by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 02, 2009

• Neil Young World Premieres New Album Today On MySpace Music

  You can stream the new album Fork In The Road right now by going to Neil Young's MySpace page.

  News by Glen Boyd — on Apr 02, 2009

• Low Vs Diamond to Tour with Jack's Mannequin, Ben Lee

  This indie band is hitting the road. Are they coming to a city near you?

  News by Connie Phillips — on Apr 01, 2009

• After 29,000 Mistakes, UCSD Acted “Quickly”

  University of California, San Diego teaches a little “Psych!”

  News by Diana Hartman — on Apr 01, 2009

• CBS Turns Out The 'Light:' Guiding Light's 72-Year Run With Network Over in September

  Declining ratings end historic run for 'Guiding Light' on CBS...

  News by Josh Hathaway — on Apr 01, 2009

• Jay Cutler Rumors Are Everywhere

  Where will he wind up? Maybe on YOUR team. (But probably not.)

  News by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 01, 2009

• Naruto Publisher Offers Fans An Online Sneak Peak at An Upcoming Volume

  Fans of the popular manga series get an advance look at volume 45.

  News by Bill Sherman — on Apr 01, 2009

• Kentucky Lures Calipari As Next Head Coach

  The Memphis coach leaves for a storied program (and tons of money).

  News by Matthew T. Sussman — on Mar 31, 2009