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The Wire

TV snobs are wrong about ‘Two and a Half Men’

Snubbed by TV snobs, and bashed in episodes of ultra-hip “The Family Guy,” CBS sitcom “Two and a Half Men” continually captures audiences who like delving into the smutty world of brothers Charlie and Alan Harper. The two are the sibling equivalent of “The Odd Couple.” Carefree bachelor Charlie (Charlie Sheen) has spent most of his life enjoying the carnal delights. After an acrimonious divorce, cheapskate chiropractor Alan (Emmy-winner Jon Cryer) now resides with Charlie.

For ‘Big Bang’s’ Sheldon, the nerd is the word

Sheldon Cooper is narcissistic, socially awkward, childish, hurtful, naive, irascible, selfish, rude, and irrepressible.

Joke's on Bill Cosby as Seinfeld, Rock pay tribute

Someone had to hold Bill Cosby back to keep him from crawling over a balcony and joining fellow comedians on stage as the stars lined up to pay tribute to his life's work.

Swayze’s top moments from movies, TV

The late actor earned his heartthrob title on "Dirty Dancing" and backed it up in "Ghost," but he wasn't afraid to laugh at himself on "SNL."

Hiker recalls daring rescue after 48-hour ordeal

Endurance runner Jim Williamson, 49, fell into a narrow canyon on Red Mountain in Utah and was stuck there for more than 48 hours before rescuers arrived in a daring helicopter landing. “These guys are top of the heap,” Williamson said of the rescue team.

Irish humor comes in handy for Harrington

At least Padraig Harrington still has his sense of humor.

Tidbits: Is fame too much for ‘Twilight’s’ Pattinson?

Fast-tracked fame could prove to be more than “Twilight’s” Robert Pattinson can handle. According to co-star Ashley Greene, it’s become impossible for the actor catch a break from the constant crush of teenage fans and life in the paparazzi lens.

‘Land of the Lost’ mostly a routine expedition

Somewhere in Hollywood there’s a bulletin board covered in note cards describing the very funny gags in “Land of the Lost,” a big-budget remake of the 1970s Sid and Marty Krofft kids’ TV show. Unfortunately, no one bothered to sit down and write a script that would string all these free-floating jokes into a cohesive movie.

Celizic: Even Tiger’s teacher can’t fix Barkley’s swing

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and Charles Barkley’s godawful golf swing isn’t going to be rebuilt in six months.

Mexicans turn to humor, creativity to endure flu

Televisa is cutting all "nonessential" kisses from its soap operas. A song called the "Influenza Cumbia" is climbing the charts. Cringe-worthy swine flu jokes are spreading faster than the illness ever could.

Bill Cosby to receive Mark Twain humor prize

Bill Cosby will receive the nation's top humor prize from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for a prolific career that often focused on race relations and breaking down stereotypes, the center announced Wednesday.

McDreamy turns McUgly on ‘Grey's’

When last we saw Derek, his pregnant patient had died. He fell into a deep depression, camping on the couch without benefit of razor or shower. Meredith’s friends eyeballed him suspiciously as he morphed into a mountain man, but things got even worse when he learned at a deposition that more of his patients die than live. Choosing to see himself as an accomplished serial killer, McDreamy refused to do any more operating and walked out of the hospital.

It was no battle for Dunkirk this time

Garrett Gomez’s cross-country trip on Thursday may prove to be one of the most profitable jaunts of his career if continues to act like the second coming of Barbaro.

Rourke’s redemption tale appeals to everyone

If F. Scott Fitzgerald had met Mickey Rourke before he uttered that classic morsel of melancholia, “There are no second acts in American lives,” he might have added, “… well, except for Mickey.”

Bush's jokes during last news conference

In his final news conference as president, George W. Bush showed he hasn't lost his sense of humor. Some examples:

Used socks, old candy: Holiday gift horrors

Used socks, unsolicited gym memberships, half-eaten boxes of candy, unwanted self-help books ... bad, offensive — and downright cruel — gifts are as ubiquitous as blaring Christmas music this time of year.

Scoop: Tom Cruise laughable in ‘Valkyrie’

MGM’s marketing team is working hard to convince audiences that their oft-delayed Tom Cruise vehicle “Valkyrie” is a thriller and not the chatfest “Lions for Lambs” was. But those who've gotten an early glimpse say not only is the film nowhere near as exciting as a thriller, but Cruise’s performance elicits uncomfortable and inappropriate laughs.

Jon Stewart, Lily Tomlin honor George Carlin

The late comedian George Carlin — famous for those "Seven Words You Can Never Say on TV" — was honored Monday with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, the only award he saw as a legitimate comedy prize.

Author Michael Crichton dies at 66

Prolific novelist and "ER" creator Michael Crichton has unexpectedly died in Los Angeles after a private battle with cancer. He was 66.

McCain getting hammered on late-night TV

As if sinking poll numbers and political attacks weren't enough, the McCain-Palin ticket has been taking it on the chin from late-night comics.

'Fable II' is a fresh, essential game experience

“Fable II,” a sequel four years in the making, is all about choices.

Death becomes art on ‘CSI’

Four victims were all posed like statues: A nurse clutching a cell phone, a runner resting on a park bench, a businessman hailing a cab and an elderly couple bird watching. The CSIs discovered that the victims had been posed and asphyxiated in a chamber filled with carbon monoxide. The man behind the crime was frustrated artist Arthur Blisterman, who had entered a municipal contest to create bronze statues for the city, but had decided to use real bodies instead. When the CSIs realized there was still one potential victim out there — a boy who was to be posed on his bicycle — Grissom interrogated Blisterman trying to find out the truth. When Grissom told him he’d be facing the death penalty, he simply said, “I’m not scared of dying. I just don’t want to be forgotten.”

Study: A bad joke might endanger the teller

There's a reason comedians call it "dying on stage."

‘The Love Guru’ a cinematic bed of nails

Mike Myers, the star-producer–co-writer of “The Love Guru,” should seriously consider sending a muffin basket to the makers of “Strange Wilderness,” because without that hideous, barely-released film, “Guru” would be the hands-down worst comedy of 2008 so far.

Tidbits: Adnan’s other woman speaks out

There’s another side to those reports of Britney Spears blowing up at paparazzo boy-toy Adnan Ghalib after discovering his steamy text messages from another woman. Amanda Pagel, the other woman in question, tells In Touch that she was just as shocked as Brit to learn of Adnan’s two-timing ways.

The Vine

110 Words About... Sweet Pickles

Ever been at a buffet-style dinner party and grabbed what would seem to be an innocent and delicious pickle from the veggie tray? You save the bumpy, briny little gem for a moment that is just right.

Hick in New York City, Part 8-- 'Twas the luck o' the Irish that saved me!

It was just after 11 pm, and I had been on the job for 13 hours, after two nights fitful sleep with the cockroaches, and had a long way to go. Tired as I was, I had to go take another round of measurements.

Sheriff's Office Proceeds With Inquest Over Wii
Source: theledger | local

A local TV station is reported to have a video showing deputies playing Wii bowling at a suspect's home while executing a search warrant. The following is a comment/review that I submitted to The Metro (London) after originally reading the story:

Thoughts About Food-the Stuff of Life! and Temptation, and Worry, and Smiles.

"We are what we eat." Probably the most often heard truism about food and cooking around these days. Some folks say it originates from the Aruyveda, the ancient Indian science of life, "You are what you eat" and its teachings of attaining a balance in one's diet.

Hick in New York City, Part 6-- I said "crews", not "cruise"

The next morning, the alarm beeped even earlier, and I needed a crow bar to pry myself out from under the covers.

Hick in New York City, Part 5-- A fine Irish temper!

Leaving the restaurant, I was feeling much better due to the coffee, breakfast, and blessing. I wondered if anyone in the city would be able to understand my long, drawling way with words, or if I was going to be condemned to wander around the city, using sign language.

Humor: [Newsvine Headline(?)] Strategy
Source: thedoghousediaries.com

It's funny because it's true.

Are iPods Inherently Evil?

The iPod... A revolutionary, portable, media device unleashed on human civilization by Apple in October of 2001. Since it's initial release it has become more powerful, more popular, and has more functionality than anyone could have ever imagined.

Tech Support Cheat Sheet
Source: xkcd.com

A Flow chart

Hick in New York City, Part 3 -- NASCAR racetrack, here I come, doo-dah, doo-dah

Before I get too far along on the Long Island Expressway, let me explain something. My small city had one four-lane road through the middle of the city, and a four-lane bypass, with no traffic on it.

Carrie Prejean Drops Lawsuit, But Breasts Say They Will Continue To Fight
Source: The Huffington Post

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Axioms of Life, or, Slightly Twisted Zen.

There's zen, and then there's zen. But I try not to think about it! Just go with it! 1. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt. 2. Don't be irreplaceable. If you can't be replaced, you can't be promoted.

Victim of Worst Parking Job Ever Gets a New Car [Video]
Source: Mashable!

Todd Jamison just happens to be the unfortunate owner of the crushed 2004 Hyundai Elantra that played a starring role in a recent viral YouTube video.

110 Words About... Falling Back

I blame the temporary retardation that many of us face after the switch to Standard Time directly upon technology. Due to cell phones, cable boxes, and computers; it has become much less of a personal choice over the last few years.

An Important Lesson In Branding
Source: nerdist.com

The most vital element of product development is "deliver what you promise." This young woman has nailed that. You may also notice her deft implementation of core UNIX philosophy: "Do one thing and do it WELL." I must track her down and make her my new head of marketing.

What's Your Obsession/Compulsion?

Obsessive/Compulsive Disorder is nothing to be laughed off. In its more extreme instances, OCD can devastate a person. If you have questions about OCD, please visit the OC Foundation website for more information.

A Good Rap For Crap

What do we, the human race, have in common? Not much... which becomes evident if you toodle around on this website for a while.

Blame the Government for Traitorous Appliances

Have you ever noticed how appliances wait until you get just a little money ahead—not much, say $200—and then they break or fail to the tune of at least $250?

2000 words or 2 pictures: something to laugh at
Source: unlikelybanter.blogspot.com

You've got to be able to laugh at yourself. These people can,

"Crazy German Kid' (Computer Problems)
Source: YouTube

"Some German kid going crazy in front of the computer. He's having trouble with his Unreal Tournament game. "

Penny Arcade! - In The Seventh House
Source: penny-arcade.com

Seems to pretty much sum up a lot of the reviews I've read.

Saturday Funnies (Spooktacular Halloween Edition)
Source: Flopping Aces

Good Halloween Cartoons with a Right leaning Bias

Dishing Dirt

If it is your quest to come to the vine and dish out dirt and insult conservatives/Republicans..do not be surprised if we respond in kind..Most of the time There is a lot of well thought out reasoning that goes on here at the vine,but ocassionally it turns into mudslinging and fo …

A Grinch View of Halloween

There are many stories about the fun and entertainment value of Halloween.While this is true to some extent there is another side. What is Halloween.? In general kids dress up in costumes asking for candy, usually accompanied by adults.

God's Quality Control Questionnaire

GOD'S TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT QUESTIONNAIRE God would like to thank you for your belief and patronage. In order to better serve your needs, He/She/It asks that you take a few moments to answer the following questions.

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