Daily Archives: January 5, 2005
Blogging Sexy Media Star of the Year
The British slant on American life is seen through a prism of ancestral superiority and discreet disdain, but offers us a glimpse of how wer are seen from outside our fortress, by our closest friends and allies. They are particularly accute … Continue reading
Are Librarians an Endangered Species?
As the variety and sheer amount of information available have exploded during the digital revolution, the role of libraries and librarians is undergoing a transformation unseen since the invention of the printing press. Does the ascendency of Google spell the … Continue reading
Krispy Kreme Losing Dough
Although our attitude has mellowed somewhat since we filed "I HATE Krispy Kreme" we were vaguely aware that the company was meeting with some resistence in their assault on Dunkin’ stronghold New England. Then, when flimsy boxes of cold, crusty Krispies … Continue reading
Banished Language
DETROIT (AP) – From wardrobe malfunctions to erectile dysfunction, it’s been a tough year all around for the guardians of English – language purists from blue, red and battleground states who long to say "You’re fired!" to offensive words and … Continue reading