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Hurricanger: 10 Years After gets a ninja-tastic trailer
Finally, the trailer for Ninpu Sentai Hurricanger: 10 Years After has jumped out of the shadows. Overall, it looks like it's going to be one heck of a surprising reunion. Speaking of surprises, it turns out that Shurikenger will return...Show More Summary
Cracks in Walls. Canberra repairs?
Hi rioters, I’m starting to get some cracks on the brickwork on my 1970s house and the internal walls. According to the Internet, these sorts of things aren’t a problem until you can fit your hand into them… But I’m not keen to wait that long. Who does one call to look at this sort of [...]
Lealiifano and Mowen make the Wallabies squad
Foxsports has the happy news that the Brumbies have added Christian Lealiifano and Ben Mowen to their ranks of Wallaby selected players with the naming of the squad to take on the Lions. A well deserved honour and it will be great to see them showing what they can do. Ben Alexander, Stephen Moore, and Joe Tomane [...]
Million Paws Walk 2013
We’ve just returned from the very fulfilling and slightly exhausting Million Paws Walk for 2013. The Kelpie of Few Accomplishments was resplendent in his bandana and plodded dutifully along for the entire inner lake loop. As a fundraiser for the local RSPCA it was a great event. Getting there at 9.30 it was already busy with dozens of [...]
Volks
Had the pleasure of being invited by the Managing Director of Volks (pictured here to my right) to Kyoto a while ago but only just managed to make the trip this week > Volks is one of the major players in the Japanese hobby world. They...Show More Summary
Theatre of the Dead Cannes trailer
As Canberra’s very own zombie flick trundles to completion they’ve released the above “Cannes Trailer”. Looking forward to seeing what all the hard work and enthusiasm comes to!
Tharwa bridge BBQ
ACT Policing is seeking witnesses after a car arson in Tharwa damaged important road infrastructure for local residents on Friday night (May 17). Around 11.30pm a light blue 1991 Mitsubishi Magna station wagon (New South Wales registration WPB 384) was driven onto the Gudgenby River bridge along Smiths Road in Tharwa and deliberately lit. The vehicle [...]
Manuka bagsnatcher
ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to a robbery that occurred around the Manuka shops last night (Saturday, May 18). Around 6.35pm a woman had withdrawn money from the Commonwealth Automated Teller Machine (ATM) on Bougainville Street when she was accosted by a man who snatched her purse and ran to a car parked nearby. Two men [...]
Tommy Wells Launches 2014 Mayoral Campaign
The District's 2014 mayoral election officially became a race Saturday when Tommy Wells became the second candidate to enter the contest. [ more › ]
Charlotte Hornets!
The Charlotte Observer, among other news outlets, is reporting that the Charlotte Bobcats will be renamed the Charlotte Hornets. The date for the change is uncertain, but almost certainly not before the 2014-2015 season at the earliest. Also undecided (or at least unannounced) are what the new Hornets colors will be. As positive as a [...]
Paul Klein: Chicago Art; Migration, Transformation, Absence, Presence & a Damn Good List
There are perks to having a press pass; like getting to preview exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art with a small group, several curators,...
Guangzhou rice, now with cadmium!
Following a three-month investigation, authorities in Guangzhou have released data showing that nearly half of the city's rice has high levels of cadmium, a heavy metal that causes cancer and damages the kidneys. While it may appear that the Food and Safety Administration finally did its job, don't get excited just yet. Show More Summary
Watch: Man rescued after hanging from ceiling for 9 hours to avoid flood
It's been a week rife with bad-ass escapes from flooded buildings. A man in Xiamen, Fujian province, hung from the ceiling in his building for nine hours before being rescued by SCUBA-equipped authorities. Such floods are certainly to be avoided, but dammit if they don't make for some good TV. [ more › ]
Extra, Extra: Rose Queen Participates In Long Beach Gay Pride
In tonight's Extra, Extra, the new gay-friendly Rose Queen, sea lions, sea lions, everywhere and L.A.'s favorite Randy Newman song gets an update. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports. You can also find us on Pinterest, Storify, Foursquare, and Instagram (laistpics). [ more › ]
GAGOP Update: It’s Over!!
We’re done. Well, we were done well over and a half ago. So, the convention came to an abrupt halt after quorum was deemed lost. That was because a few hundred people left after the assistant secretary election. Here are the new officers for the GAGOP: Chairman John Padgett 1st Vice Chairman Michael McNeely 2nd [...]
Will China mediate the Israeli-Palestinian peace process?
BEIJING – An official visit to Beijing by Israeli and Palestinian leaders last week has prompted speculation that China may finally be ready to claim its place as a world power by trying to negotiate an end to one of world's most caustic conflicts.
Israeli Prime Minister B …
The Bikini 'Backdoor Teen Mom' Wore During Porn Debut Gets Yanked From eBay For 'Hygiene Concerns'
From the Department Of Oh Gross comes the news that Farrah Abraham's bikini wore has gotten yanked down from eBay because of hygiene concerns. [ more › ]
Rock Climber Falls 150 Feet To His Death
A 21-year-old man plunged to his death while rock-climbing at a popular spot in the San Jacinto Mountains. Lucas Dunn was climbing on a popular rock near Idyllwild known as Lily Rock or Tahquitz Rock in the Humber Park area on Friday morning. [ more › ]
Lunchtime Eats: Olive & Thyme Is SoCal's Answer To Dean & DeLuca
In Burbank, Olive & Thyme is serving up tasty meals, top notch coffee, and delicious pastries, in a marketplace setting. [ more › ]
Extra, Extra: James Franco Painted A Mural Of His Friends In Williamsburg
Because you've never seen a naked man on a scooter carrying a crucifix, check out today's end-of-day links: Michael Musto's farewell note, new "Anchorman 2" trailer, faking your own kidnapping, and bearded dragon dancing. Don't forget to follow Gothamist on Twitter and like us on Facebook. You can also get the top stories mailed to you—sign up here. [ more › ]
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