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Cult of Quality

Mediocrity is for idiots and Americans. It is not for the French. The other day I was walking up my street when a particularly agitated French woman came charging out of a little cheese shop. She was PISSED...

By Tory Hoen on 12/10/08

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The Attraction Scale

Well played. [via The Sherman Foundation]...

By Dan Marley on 12/05/08

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World's Most Annoying Phrases

Basically, I agree to with much of the 10 most annoying phrases list compiled by Oxford University researchers, but to be fair, there are a lot of Americanisms that I personally would add to the mix....

By Joan Mitchell on 12/04/08

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Dia de Los Muertos

"In the midst of life, we are in death"...and vice versa. ...

By Tom Wiseman on 12/02/08

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Super Obama!

They've elevated him to an almost mythical status. Some call him, "The One." Others just call him the President Elect. But just this week, an honor was bestowed upon him that few can only dream of... Mario, meet Barack. Barack meet Mario. Yes, that Mario. Super Mario. And yes, that Barack. Or should I say, Super Obama! ...

By Keshav Singh on 11/14/08

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Vive Obama

It suddenly just got a lot easier to be an American in Paris. I don't know what this means for the future of my blog, but I suppose the future of the world is more important. ...

By Tory Hoen on 11/13/08

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Are You Addicted to the Internet?

From IM and Crackberry obsessions to gaming habits gone horribly wrong, there are many shades of Internet addiction. Finally, doctors in China have released the first definition of this relatively new but widespread affliction....

By Sarah Collins on 11/11/08

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Entertainment in a Post-Election Age

Now that the election has come to a sensational conclusion, how are you going to keep yourself occupied during your breaks or while on conference calls? No more inaccurate polls. No more viral videos. And most unfortunately, no more Nailin' Paylin to get you through your day. ...

By Stuart Schultz on 11/07/08

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This Little Bloggy Went To Market

One of my favourite places here in San Luis is El Mercado Republica. I have always loved markets and this place is a full on assault of the senses: sights, smells, sounds, taste and touch. I usually visit once a week to buy my fruit and eat lunch but I never took the time to linger and browse....

By Tom Wiseman on 11/05/08

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