By Brandice Wilson 10. Jazz 9. July—You really should have gone with November. It’s a much more flattering month. Next time, plan ahead. 8. Journey 7. Jewel or Jem… Guaranteed his/her parents will ask everyone, “Isn’t he/she just sooooo precious?” 6. Jaguar—Is your son a car or a cat? I’m confused. 5. Jock; Origin: English; Meaning: Diminutive form of John; … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Baby Names (All Real, I Swear) J-L
Archives for March 2010
The Vending Machines of Japan
By Dino Nama I've heard rumors, and now I've done some researching. It's true, Japan has just about about any kind of vending machine you can think of. To list a few of the vended products: Pringles Instant Noodles Alcohol (based on the honor system) Shoes Flowers Neckties Batteries Car Brochures Eggs Underwear (new and used) and yes... Live Lobsters Why … [Read more...] about The Vending Machines of Japan
Dante’s Inferno – The Video Game!
by Jason Lipshin So I have to admit that my gut reaction to Electronic Arts’ newest project was definitely not a positive one. I mean, once you get past the sheer audacity of adapting a fourteenth century epic poem into a hack-and-slash adventure game for the Xbox 360, you’re bound to come to your critical senses and realize just what you are doing: adapting a fourteenth … [Read more...] about Dante’s Inferno – The Video Game!
Mr. Squarepants
By Madeline Reddington There’s nothing better than some good old Spongebob to take your mind off stressful college homework. His squishy, bubble-filled life is just too fun to resist. Thus, I decided to make a cake in celebration of Mr. Squarepants himself. However, I didn’t have any yellow frosting or food coloring, so what I made…is more like Spongebob’s … [Read more...] about Mr. Squarepants
Top Ten: Things you shouldn’t ask or say to a female
By Brandice Wilson 10. “Have you ever thought of, maybe… dyeing your hair, you know, a more believable color?” 9. “Maybe you should do something with your hair first.” 8. “Do you always talk this much?” 7. “How old are you?” 6. “Wow! You look really tired.” 5. ”Are you her mother?” 4. “Maybe you should think about wearing more makeup.” 3. “Should you be … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Things you shouldn’t ask or say to a female