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That was fast: Masoukishin 3 launches its first trailer
It's only been a few long hours since Masoukishin 3 was leaked in Famitsu, and Namco Bandai has already uploaded the first trailer for Super Robot Wars OG Saga Masoukishin III: Pride of Justice. Overall, the full bodied robot animations...Show More Summary
Full Count Chronicles the Blue Jays’ Fall From Grace
Full Count, a new book by veteran sports journalist Jeff Blair, tells the story of the Blue Jays' decline in the 20 years after the team's World Series wins. If you’re a Toronto sports fan, you have suffered. Neither the Leafs nor the Jays have given you real reason to hope since the Clinton administration. Show More Summary
Jason Salzman: GOP Attacks Democrat on Immigration, Despite Having Coffman as Their Candidate
If Republicans attack Andrew Romanoff on immigration, reporters should obviously spotlight Mike Coffman's own record on the issue.
SwimMAC Charlotte UltraSwim Grand Prix May 9-12
Many of the top male and female swimmers in the country will once again hit the pool in Charlotte this week for the 2013 SwimMAC Charlotte UltraSwim Grand Prix, taking place May 9-12 at the Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center in Uptown. Show More Summary
Sound Advice: In My Opinon by Rich Kidd
Rich Kidd may still be best known as a producer, but his first full-length as an MC proves he's also an engaging rap storyteller. In My Opinion, the new album from producer-turned-MC Rich Kidd, is in many ways a quantum leap forward for the Toronto-based artist. Show More Summary
Harmon Leon: Brian Eno: An Illustrated Man
The term "Renaissance Man" would be a cliche to describe the entity which is Eno, whose career spans from playing with the perennial band Roxy Music to creating visual ambient art.
Kenzo Shibata: What's the Plan for Chicago Public Schools? Look No Further Than Detroit
If the goal is truly to fix public education in Chicago, would there be a need for marketing lessons for CPS bureaucrats? If during moments of honesty, managers talk about "blowing up" and "dismantling" a district, having a detailed script may be necessary.
Morning Reads–Merely as Good as the Last
Sorry guys, phoning this one in. Just going to be as good as my last Morning Reads. When I visit such god-forsaken outposts as Bujumbura, Hohot and Lawrenceville, people always ask me: “What is the greatest live jazz set ever?” I inform them that it is this one. Governor Deal doesn’t like Fulton County, wants the state [...]
Things To Do In London Today: Wednesday 8 May 2013
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Does your bike need fixing? Free cycle clinics round London today - see below. Show More Summary
Pride Board statement: Manning "not local," controversy "not our mission"
Bradley Manning: the Internet's not local GUARDIAN.CO.UK
Here's the official statement just issued by the Pride SF Board about the Bradley Manning grand marshal fiasco, "clarifying" its bizarre rules ("Under that longstanding policy,...Show More Summary
I’m an Indian politician… on TV
Are they parliamentarians, or do they just play ones on TV? After pushing through proposals on foreign investment in the retail and the aviation sector late last year, India's elected representatives apparently have decided to get as little done as possible during the current session.On television, it's another matter.
Catsimatidis lands Liberal backing
On Tuesday morning, the semi-defunct Liberal Party announced that it is endorsing Republican mayoral candidate John Catsimatidis. Will it matter? The party lost its ballot status in 2002, when Gov. Andrew Cuomo—running for governor on its line—pulled out and the party failed to get the required 50,000 votes. Show More Summary
Photo: The Met's Scarily Accurate Recreation Of CBGB's Bathroom
Following the ceremonial parade of sideboob last night, The Met's new PUNK: Chaos to Couture exhibit is now officially open, and the centerpiece for any die hard New York punk reenactor has got to be the CBGB bathroom, which was recreated for the show. Show More Summary
Hospital union targets UC executive pensions [VIDEO]
UCSF Medical Center CEO Mark Laret to AFSCME 3299 union reps: "You don't know what I think." An ongoing labor rift is intensifying between frontline University of California hospital employees and the UC medical center system. UC administrators...Show More Summary
Nicholas Snow: LISTEN: Trish Doolan -- From Child Model to Out Hollywood Quadruple Threat
Trish's entertainment career is on fast-forward. In this sweeping interview, learn about Trish's childhood influences, her entertainment industry successes and some details of an unfulfilling romance with a closeted celebrity.
Shane Bitney Crone: Two Years Gone, But Never Forgotten
I would give anything to spend one more day with you, to hug you, kiss you and tell you I love you. That can't happen, so I'm channeling those dreams into a new purpose in life. You showed me how to love myself and fight for what's right, so I'm devoting myself to doing the same for others.
Matt Baume: WATCH: Marriage Wins In Rhode Island! Now Here's What's Next
With the stroke of a pen, the number of people living in states with marriage equality increased by over 1 million last week. Rhode Island is now the 10th U.S. state with the freedom to marry, and the last one in New England. So nowShow More Summary
Charles Ramsey Not Only Made TV History With the Greatest Interview in Living Memory...
Dan posted the must-watch interview ("I barbecued with this dude... We eat ribs and listen to salsa."), now listen to the 9/11 call. RAW 911 CALL: Charles Ramsey rescued Cleveland... by newsbreaker Ramsey is an American natural. [ Comment on this story ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
Mindy Cohn: 'How I Completely Accidentally Serendipitously Became A Teenage Sitcom Star'
While nothing I have done has reached the popularity of The Facts of Life, I have continued to work with some of the most talented people... And while I won't "tell all" ever, I am going to tell you a bit of my real facts of my life...
Walmart is world No 1 again: five facts for the price of four
US retail giant and Asda owner reclaims its place at the top of Forbes magazine's Fortune 500
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AMERICAN retail behemoth Walmart has reclaimed the top spot in the Forbes Fortune 500 list, making it the biggest company in the world with sales of $443.9 billion in 2012. Show More Summary
