Really? That’s been the reaction of most Americans to the announcement that Qatar will host the 2022 World Cup. Perhaps such self-righteous American soccer buffs should try asking that of themselves. Really? As in, you’re really …
Menorah Melodies: The Best Hanukkah Songs
Because why should Christmas get all the songs?
Oscar Season Opens: The Social Network Is the First Winner
If you’re looking for early signs of who might be in the running to win a coveted gold statue next year, you could do worse than looking at the National Board of Review’s awards.
Chuck Norris,Texas Ranger — For Real, This Time
The last viral ‘fact’ we heard about Chuck Norris went along the lines of this: “when Chuck Norris dives into a swimming pool, he doesn’t get wet, the pool gets Chuck Norris.” The news that he is now an honorary Texas Ranger — …
Reading While Eating for December 3: Bust a Move
Friday’s links get hot and grow old.
Hello World! Baby Panda Makes His Debut at Zoo Atlanta
The only giant panda born in the United States this year has the whole world saying “awwww.”
Ron Santo, Cubs Legend, Dies at 70
Santo was the Cubbies’ most famous non-Hall-of-Famer, but it wasn’t for lack of trying. He was denied entry 19 times.
Jazz Squares for Diplomat Dumps! The Best Scenes from WikiLeaks! The Musical
Do you want to know more about the WikiLeaks dump, but don’t want to sift through long reports with large words? Are song and dance numbers really more your thing? Then McSweeney’s has got just the solution for you!
What the World Needs: Kate Middleton’s Professional Lookalike
This just in from the “You couldn’t make it up” department: Kate Middleton’s doppelganger is also named Kate.
Time for CALM: Congress Acts Against Loud Television Ads
One common spousal skirmish is receiving a helping hand from the government. (Via Ars Technica)
Miss Me? LeBron James Torches Cleveland
The fans booed LeBron James last night in Cleveland.
Kentucky Creates 900 New Jobs — By Building Noah’s Ark
Problem: high unemployment. Solution: build the ark.