Say Hello to The World’s Highest Earning Author!
October 7, 2008 by Marc Schindler
The world famous author JK Rowling is the world’s highest-earning author, making more than $8.00 every second over the past year. Can you believe that?! $8.00 a second… Geezus..
The “Harry Potter” writer, who made a total of $300 Million last year, wrote the first of her best-selling books about the boy wizard in 1997. Her income was six times more than literature’s next-biggest earner, James Patterson, of “Along Came A Spider” fame.
And who would of thought a story about a boy wizard would lead to this much success.
The books have sold more than 400 million copies and been translated into 67 languages!!!
Forbes magazine described her work as “a children’s literary sensation”.
According to Forbes magazine these are the top 10 best paid authors: [Read more]
Will and Grace Spin Off?
October 7, 2008 by Marc Schindler
Again from the oh so reliable National Enquirer, they report that former Will & Grace co-stars Megan Mullally and Sean Hayes may star in a spin-off of the hit comedy show. They would reprise their hilarious roles as the duo-act in “Karen & Jack”, which is currently in development at NBC.
Now if because we are talking about the National Enquirer, chances are this is probably not true. But I do hope it is. And the name shouldn’t be “Karen & Jack” in my opinion, although I get where they are going with it.. but the phrase “Just Jack” was such a factor to the original Will & Grace that to me it would just make sense. [Read more]
You know you love me
October 7, 2008 by Jamie Villarreal
It’s one of the biggest shows on television right now…
That’s right - it’s Gossip Girl.
He is being conniving. Someone is sleeping with that girl’s boyfriend. She back stabbed so and so. While some are sucked into the black hole of a plot line that GG, the rest of are tuning in for the fashion.
That’s the real star of the show.
Teenagers and young women everywhere tune in to see what they are wearing. Preppy blazers, pin tucked blouses, thigh high boots with pleated skirts and leather jackets- there’s something for everyone no matter what your style is. The best part about it is the Gossip Girl stylists mix in more affordable pieces in with the Balenciaga and Louboutians. While you might not be able to drop $600 on a pair of shoes Blair Waldorf wore, you can put together your own look and include similar items you might find at your local mall. [Read more]
At The Atlantic Antic (Not Pickin’ Pockets)
October 6, 2008 by Mike Newman
Well, yesterday was Brooklyn’s famous Atlantic Antic street festival, the absolute best of all the New York street festivals because it’s massive, it’s the last gasp of organized outdoor fun before the cold weather kicks in, there’s live music, the food is amazing, there are plenty of adult beverages to enjoy, and it’s in Brooklyn! And, for me, it’s right outside my apartment door.
I didn’t get out there till about 3:30 because I was nursing a pretty hefty hangover from a late Saturday night, but quickly grabbed myself a bloody mary and a yummy Vietnamese sandwich and was on the up and up. I met up with a couple friends and ran into some others, but mainly spent the next couple of hours first with Red David and then just with my hazy hangover-headed self.
It was really nice to see all the Obama frenzy at the Antic this year. Everywhere I looked were people of different races, colors, religions, sexes, sexual preferences, musical tastes, and ice cream flavor preferences banding together in support of positivity, hope, and America’s future. You could get your picture taken with a life-size cutout of Barack, you could order an organic Obama burger, and even order Biden gelato. It reminded me of New Yorkers inate ability to see through bullshit, and it’s easy for us to see that there is only one presidential campaign right now which is running on truth and honesty…and it ain’t McCain/Palin. [Read more]
Billy Joel - The Stranger (Sony Legacy Edition Box Set)
October 6, 2008 by Mike Newman
“Don’t take no shit from anybody” announced Billy Joel to a mid-80’s concert audience in Cincinnati that included my now-estranged father. My dad recited the Joel quote to me the day after the show and thought it was just the coolest thing ever spoken; obviously he (and Billy Joel) felt like they were taking too much shit from people. Billy Joel speaks to the blue collar working man in a very musically-sophisticated way, and perhaps Joel’s biggest, most profound statement ever was his 1977 album, The Stranger. Sony Legacy Records has just put together an amazing 30th Anniversary box set edition of The Stranger, and it has me floored. [Read more]
The Republicans Are Back!!
October 6, 2008 by Christopher Higgins
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Just when you thought it was safe to go into the political water the republicans and their smear tactics are back. On Saturday, gov. Sarah Palin started the mudslinging when she injected William Ayers in the political dialogue. Ayers was a sixties radical accused of bombings when Barack Obama was eight years old. According to Obama’s chief strategist David Axelrod, Ayers and Obama live in the same neighborhood and are friendly. The republicans are trying to link Obama to Ayers because according to them this goes to the matter of whether or not Barack Obama has the judgement to lead this country. These are the same republicans who are currently trailing in the polls and are finding themselves defending traditional red states that are now leaning blue. These are the same republicans who attacked John Kerry and his military record, assassinated Micheal Dukakis, all in the name of winning an election. These are the same republicans who likes to tell the world how much they love Jesus and how everyone else is doom to hell because they have a direct line to the God. [Read more]
This post was submitted by Christopher Higgins.
Fashion forward or fashion flop: Sonia Rykiel
October 6, 2008 by Jamie Villarreal
It’s Fashion Week in Paris. There are tons of shows and parties going on. You stumble into the Sonia Rykiel Spring 2009 show.
You see this.
then this… [Read more]
U-Verse, Outlook, SMTP filters and snapage…
October 5, 2008 by Alexander Silva
Alexander(A) and U-Verse dude(d) had a little heart to heart yesterday… here’s how it went…
A-hears the deal, when I signed up for U-verse a year ago my outlook stopped sending. I called your office and someone there unblocked some filter/blocker/something or another, I need you to do the same thing now because the same thing is happening. [Read more]
ANTM’s Elina for Tarina Tarantino
October 4, 2008 by Jamie Villarreal
Earlier this cycle there was a posing challenge judged by Tarina Tarantino, a notable jewelry and accessory designer. While most girls attempted to put their feet behind their head, hang on the chandelier or put handbags where no handbag should ever go - Elina, the resident vegan from the Ukraine, opted for poses that weren’t so ridiculous. As boring and bland as she comes off, her stunning face managed to clinch this challenge for her and as a result she scored a photo shoot for an upcoming Tarina Tarantino campaign.
Shot by photographer, Austin Young, Elina was transformed into a part anime-inspired, part Candy Land, neon princess. While Tarina Tarantino isn’t exactly my cup of tea, I have to admit these ads definitely jump off the screen and grab your attention. [Read more]
Oh Hollywood, Can’t We All Be Cool?
October 3, 2008 by dkrausse
This evening I find myself sitting in a venue that is obviously far too trendy for me, but I have ten dollars I borrowed from a friend, so they let me in anyway. Tonight’s subject is Gregory Alan Isakov. He’s a singer/songwriter from Colorado that I was turned on to by a friend who lives out there. We’re catching the last show on a small tour that he’s doing, and it’s at The Hotel Cafe in Hollywood. This is an early show, which is actually nice. The uncrowded room and relaxed atmosphere fit the music much better than a few hundred screaming teenagers and a giant stage. As I order a couple of beers I look over at my friend Beau and notice that he, unlike me, is wearing the correct attire for the occasion. He’s got on jeans that cost more than everything I’m wearing, a faded t-shirt from a record label he used to work for, and a corduroy jacket that suggests he should probably be reading a very tragic novel. [Read more]
Last nights debate, how I called it…
October 3, 2008 by Alexander Silva
Looking back on the debate, I’d have to say both parties won… or that a little too touchy-feely for ya? Well alright then…
- On paper - Palin (Hello… conservative)
- Both sides where able to throw out there what they wanted to throw out there, and I’m so tired of this stuff right now, I’ll wait for the “truth detectors” out there to figure out the lie count.
- Fashion-wise (as if I had a clue) - Palin of course
- Biden looked very good, nice tie, suit fit nicely, his daba doo started to run after the sweating started. You could see the makeup line about an inch down from his hairline, and it seemed to be dropping after awhile…
- Palin really needed to get that dang bang out off her eyelid a little earlier though, freaked me out.. every time she blinked, her bang danced…
- With the sound off - Palin
- I liked being “talked too” face to face once in awhile. Hope it doesn’t get out of hand though…
- Biden kept looking to Gwen for help, he kept giving her that “dang girl, ain’t you got my back and everything?”.
- With back to t.v. - Biden
- He’s get a good voice, not near as smooth as ‘O-dude, and Palins twang was a little too “kindergarten teacher-ish” for me.
- Who looked more “at ease” with the debate format? - Palin, by a long shot
- Again, Biden was looking for help from Gwen a little too much.
So for me, overall there was no clear winner or loser. Which is good for the ‘O man, not so good for McDude. I will say this though, because there was no clear loser, Obama’s lead will continue to grow.
It’s up to McCains war machine to come out from behind that hill and start doing what their getting paid to do… and I sure hope pulling back from the Michigan front was a part of the “master plan”. …doubt it…
Another day… Another Teacher Busted for Having Sex With Student
October 3, 2008 by Marc Schindler
Seriously?! Where were these teachers when I was a kid. LOL. I feel like everyday when I skim around for some news to find out what is going on in the world today, I find at least one student/teacher sex scandal.
Today a former teacher in South Buffalo, lost her teaching gig after an “inappropriate relationship” with an eighth-grader. Well apparently she didn’t learn her lesson because she is back at it again… WITH THE SAME STUDENT! She’s been busted and charged with rape, he’s 14. 
The 30-year-old former teacher wasn’t supposed to go near the student after she had sex him the first time. (DUH!) But just two months later, the father of the 14-year-old, finds out that she has been hooking up with hid kid again. So what does a good father do, he calls the cops.
This is the same teacher who ran away from the student and the cops found him at the mall the next day, but where was the former teacher? She was found sleeping in her car.
NES Fans Should Like This Vid.
October 3, 2008 by Marc Schindler
So I found a video on YouTube and thought I would share. Those that are fans of the original Nintendo Entertainment System and remember the classic game, Mike Tyson’s Punch Out, should like this video.
Bluegrass For Obama!
October 3, 2008 by Mike Newman
Well, speaking for the workaday people in this country, first we saw Rednecks for Obama and now we have Bluegrass legend (and friend of Jesus, mind you), Ralph Stanley endorsing our Barack Obama! This utterly amazing ad is running in southwest Virginia and is another ray of light on the horizon that real people are seeing through all the bullshit and recognizing the candidate who can bring positivity, heart, compassion, banjos, and perhaps even corn pone back to American politics. Go Ralph! And Go Obama!
Direct link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUOfaIyv4Bs
New Nintendo DS… Now with digital camera!
October 3, 2008 by Marc Schindler
The wonderful folks at Nintendo have improved the Nintendo DS by adding a digital camera that will allow players to mix images, scribble on photos and create new faces. It will make its debut in the middle of 2009. It will also have an upgraded wireless functionality, and music playback features with sound stored in a memory card. It will also brand the name the Nintendo DSi.
Other differences will be that that DSi will be thinner than the current DS model, and will have a bigger screen.
One of the things I am certainly concerned about with these added features is the battery life. Hopefully they will work their way around that. Another downside, more for me is that, those who already own a DS will now have to purchase the newer if they want the digital camera feature, which will be used in some games.
As usual, the new Nintendo DS will release it in Japan first, then will be available in the U.S. soon after.
In other Nintedo related news, the Wii will also release a new software called, “Wii Music”. Players jiggle around their wiimote to feel as if they are playing any one of the 60 musical instruments, including a drum set, saxophone, and even a sitar!
