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Gossip! – American Apparel financial woes

Looks like people are getting tired of paying upwards of 20 bucks for sheer cotton t-shirts. According to the Huffington Post, bankruptcy is a real possibility for American Apparel. The Los Angeles-based company has reported a series of quarterly losses … Continue reading

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Life 101 – The Chinese Beat It

I just read that China has overtaken Japan to become the second leading world economy. (After, of course, the #1 good old U.S. of A.) I’m no economist, but I am a darn good spotter of clever. I’ve been jamming … Continue reading

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Gossip! – Weezer Tour

Rumor has it that Weezer, one of those fantastic bands that somehow lives mostly under the radar, is planning a Blue album (you might know The Sweater Song from that one) and Pinkerton tour. The idea is that they’d do … Continue reading

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American Fun – Funny Post-Its

I have a bunch of friends with fall birthdays, and I recently came across the most perfect little gifts in this tiny stationary shop in NYC. Knock Knock products are quite possibly the best thing to happen to Post-Its. Ever. … Continue reading

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Dinner Party Talk – Small Town Thief

I definitely had an “Only in America” moment when I saw this article in a central Texas newspaper. So many unanswered questions surround this small-town crime. How did the thieves manage to snatch a trailer full of cans? Why did … Continue reading

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American Pets – Pet Fashion Week

It’s time to dust off those Juicy Couture sweatsuits and Swarovski crystals. No, not yours. Your dog’s! The most fashionable and lavishly dressed pups will trot down the runway in New York City this weekend for Pet Fashion Week. Registration … Continue reading

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American Fun – Yo-Yo Champion

Ladies and gentlemen, Jensen Kimmitt is your 2010 National Yo-Yo Champion. This Canadian Yo-yo pro is super talented and surprisingly fun to watch. I remember when I got my first Duncan Yo-yo to walk the dog. And that was about … Continue reading

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Gossip! – Favre Returns!

It’s literally the biggest shock in sports history. (Appreciate the sarcasm here, please.) Brett Favre is…not…retiring. He’s back to play his 20th season with the Vikings. Favre says it’s the chance to play in yet another Super Bowl, not the … Continue reading

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American Pets – Simon’s Cat

Add a little adorable to your Tuesday afternoon and check out this video of Simon’s Cat ‘Fly Guy’. With nutty characters like this old lady and this other guy taking over our YouTube airwaves, it’s super nice to see some … Continue reading

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Holidays – National Bad Poetry Day

A Very Bad Poem I Wrote Just Now in Honor of National Bad Poetry Day Today is National Bad Poetry Day So jump up and say “hey!” Tell your friends and family, if you may And celebrate on the Internet-ay … Continue reading

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