This could be good news for insomniacs with deep pockets. A London hotel is offering a package for those who toss and turn.
Reading While Eating for August 29: 100% Irene-Free
We promise, this is the last time you’ll see the phrase “Hurricane Irene” in today’s links.
Beyoncé Baby Bombshell Steals the Show at MTV Video Music Awards
This is the celebrity baby news to beat all baby news.
China Bans Katy Perry, Backstreet Boys to Protect ‘Cultural Security’
Guess Katy’s tune about streaking, skinny-dipping, and having three-way sex didn’t go over so well in Beijing.
Entourage Recap: The Third Turn on the Way to the Finish
Entourage‘s writers are trying something difficult in the few weeks before the series ends — giving Vincent Chase, the womanizing, patronizing movie star, actual character development. They’re trying to have Vince grow up and …
Baby Boom: North Carolina Hospital Sees High Birth Rate During Hurricane Irene
As Irene stormed in, so did the newborns at one hospital along the hurricane’s path.
Will Clean Teeth for Food? Chicago Eatery Accepts Bartering
There are all kinds of ways to find a bargain. Coupons. Groupons. Ebay. Craigslist. And when finances are tight, it pays to get creative.
‘Miguel Bloombito’ Mocks New York Mayor’s Attempts at Spanish During Irene
In its wake, Hurricane Irene, well, left behind a lot of water, and most importantly, Señor Miguel Bloombito.
Japanese Company Orders All Staff to Get the Same Haircut
This sort of brings the concept of the staff uniform to a whole new level.
Tracking Irene, Day 2: Up-to-the-Minute Reports as Storm Hits East Coast
Irene continues her path up the eastern seaboard, bringing driving rain and gale-force winds to some of the nation’s biggest metropolitan areas. Click to see Sunday’s updates on Irene’s path and destruction.
Intrepid Reporter Gives Irene Update Covered in Sea Foam
As the hurricane brought rough surf to Ocean City, Md., one reporter tasted Irene’s fury.
The ‘Tree of Fertility’ Mural Is Restored, But Missing Its Phallic Images
Which kind of diminishes the whole fertility theme, right? (via Telegraph)