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Human Cargonew

One writer makes a modest proposal for air travel change -- that we start shipping people instead of flying them.
Tucson Weekly  |  Renee Downing  |  06-30-2005  |  Commentary

Risky Business: Online Poker Is Hot -- But Is It Legal?new

Texas Hold 'Em is our new national obsession, and every gambler with a laptop and an internet connection can bet big money day or night. But is that legal? Should it be?
Seven Days  |  Cathy Resmer  |  06-29-2005  |  Video Games

Jury Virgins Sit and Waitnew

Some of those waiting in the jury room swapped tips for flunking the voir dire, but others were eager to serve.
City Newspaper  |  Jennifer Loviglio  |  06-29-2005  |  Commentary

Pepper Abroad, Part 1new

Across the pond, Emily Pepper dives into the sex lives of French teenagers.
Dig Boston  |  Emily Pepper  |  06-29-2005  |  Advice

Wiffle Ball Goes Pronew

The organization Fast Plastic has taken Wiffle ball to new heights, with a magazine, rankings, statistics, and a national championship tournament.
Cleveland Scene  |  Joe P. Tone  |  06-29-2005  |  Sports

Geeked Reviews: New Releasesnew

In honor of Independence Day, the gaming industry is set to release a slew of titles celebrating the virtues of ruthless guerilla warfare.
Dig Boston  |  Nick Altschuller  |  06-29-2005  |  Video Games

Cossacks II: Napoleonic Warsnew

Yet another video game revolving around the Napoleonic era falls short.
Dig Boston  |  Seth McM. Donlin  |  06-29-2005  |  Video Games

For the Moviesnew

Skipping out on her wedding made Runaway Bride Jennifer Wilbanks half a million dollars richer. A writer digs up some of his own dirt in the hope of landing a similar sweet publishing deal.
Boulder Weekly  |  Vince Darcangelo  |  06-28-2005  |  Comedy

One-Armed Skater Toughens Up Women's Roller Derbynew

Brooke Leavitt lost an arm at age 3 but she's a formidable foe on the rink.
The Pitch  |  Nadia Pflaum  |  06-28-2005  |  Sports

Better Late Than Nevernew

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas arrives on Xbox and PC.
Boston Phoenix  |  Aaron Solomon  |  06-27-2005  |  Video Games

The Age of Bullshitnew

The book On Bullshit has become a publishing phenomenon. And it's no wonder. It’s not just our own culture that’s marinated in bullshit; it’s the whole modern world.
The Source Weekly  |  H. Bruce Miller  |  06-23-2005  |  Commentary

Women Increasingly Wow the Wine Worldnew

Women have made considerable advancements in the wine ranks, thanks to the commitment of many stalwart individuals. Still, there's room for improvement.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta)  |  Taylor Eason  |  06-23-2005  |  Food+Drink

Mind Your Melonsnew

Undercook dinner tonight and sip cool melon soup.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta)  |  Kim O'Donnel  |  06-23-2005  |  Food+Drink

Living Languagenew

It's time to give grammar and punctuation a makeover.
Tucson Weekly  |  Connie Tuttle  |  06-23-2005  |  Commentary

Was I Right to Spread What I Discovered?new

Someone's feeling a little guilty about dropping the dime...or not. What to do about spreading the news: cult or yoga center of healing?
Creative Loafing (Atlanta)  |  Tray Butler  |  06-23-2005  |  Advice

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