April 2009 – Page 2

Parody of Johann Hari’s piece on Dubai

If you know me well enough, you probably realize that I am as likely to go off on a tirade about one of the Gulf states as anyone. However, even if I leave my professional role aside for a moment, I still must say that this parody on Johann Hari is priceless. Notice that theContinue reading “Parody of Johann Hari’s piece on Dubai”

Monday Music: the “Can It Be?” edition

So unless the gods fail me in a major way (it’s been known to happen), I’m off to London this Friday. I don’t think I’ve ever needed a holiday more. I fully intend on doing some traveling outside the city, as well as within it, and there are people and places on my agenda. TheContinue reading “Monday Music: the “Can It Be?” edition”

This Stupid Slag is Not Amused by Tanya Gold

If you follow me on Twitter, you probably know that I’ve no love lost for Tanya Gold’s recent writing on the Guardian. First she labels all beauty contestants as stupid slags who should be used as battering rams and tampons, and now she has decided to compliment the lovely Susan Boyle by calling her aContinue reading “This Stupid Slag is Not Amused by Tanya Gold”

Happy Orthodox Easter! Time for kulichi!

…Well, not for me, I am in Jordan. But will be eating kulichi in spirit. Since this is a spiritual holiday, I figure I can swing it.

Susan Boyle on Britain’s Got Talent

Here. Isn’t she lovely? Isn’t she wicked? I think we needed her. I don’t care if this is one of those “good television” moments that people like me are supposed to sneer at. I am of the opinion (not a very humble opinion) that few things are better than a joyous woman with a sadContinue reading “Susan Boyle on Britain’s Got Talent”