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December 2, 2009
The Best Of The Decade That Was . . . . .
"As we approach the end of 2009, the mad rush to define the first decade of the 2000s (or "The Aughts," as we've taken to calling them around these parts) is inevitable. Well, Complex is about to lead the charge with our Best Of The 2000s series, where we're counting down our 100 favorite everything from now until the end of November.
Each week we'll be unleashing an epic Top 100 list that focuses on a different topic - the 100 best movies, the 100 best sneakers, the 100 hottest girls, etc. Find out where all your favorites landed on our countdown... or if they made it at all.
Don't forget, this is our list - no one's stopping you from making your own!"
(Complex)
You Got A Map For Directions To Get Out Of This . . . . .
AT&T dead last in Consumer Reports wireless survey
"Respondents in the annual survey hammered AT&T in just about every category, from voice service to the frequency of dropped calls. The big winner: AT&T's nemesis, Verizon Wireless.
Covering about 50,000 wireless chatters in 26 major cities, the Consumer Reports survey had little in the way of good news for AT&T, which has been taking a shellacking in recent weeks from Verizon and its devilishly effective "There's a map for that" ad campaign.
According to AllThingsDigital, the exclusive iPhone carrier ranked lowest in overall consumer satisfaction in 19 of the 26 surveyed cities, ranging from New York and San Francisco to (as FierceWireless points out) Atlanta, Cleveland, and Houston. Verizon, meanwhile, ranked first in all 26 cities in the Consumer Reports survey. Ouch.
The overall satisfaction scores over all 26 cities puts Verizon on top with a score of 75, according to AppleInsider. T-Mobile comes in next with 70 (buoyed by its "superior" customer service), with Sprint trailing with 67 (due to "poor customer support") and AT&T pulling up the rear with 66."
(Yahoo)
"Respondents in the annual survey hammered AT&T in just about every category, from voice service to the frequency of dropped calls. The big winner: AT&T's nemesis, Verizon Wireless.
Covering about 50,000 wireless chatters in 26 major cities, the Consumer Reports survey had little in the way of good news for AT&T, which has been taking a shellacking in recent weeks from Verizon and its devilishly effective "There's a map for that" ad campaign.
According to AllThingsDigital, the exclusive iPhone carrier ranked lowest in overall consumer satisfaction in 19 of the 26 surveyed cities, ranging from New York and San Francisco to (as FierceWireless points out) Atlanta, Cleveland, and Houston. Verizon, meanwhile, ranked first in all 26 cities in the Consumer Reports survey. Ouch.
The overall satisfaction scores over all 26 cities puts Verizon on top with a score of 75, according to AppleInsider. T-Mobile comes in next with 70 (buoyed by its "superior" customer service), with Sprint trailing with 67 (due to "poor customer support") and AT&T pulling up the rear with 66."
(Yahoo)
That's The Nature Of The Business . . . . .
Truth about players playing injured
"In a sport in which most of the combatants have little to no job security to begin with, being unable to compete for whatever reason gives the team an easy excuse to move on to the next body. And yes, I meant body, because that is exactly what NFL players are. There is a sign in the New England Patriots training room that says "Durability is more important than Ability," and they mean it."
(SI)
"In a sport in which most of the combatants have little to no job security to begin with, being unable to compete for whatever reason gives the team an easy excuse to move on to the next body. And yes, I meant body, because that is exactly what NFL players are. There is a sign in the New England Patriots training room that says "Durability is more important than Ability," and they mean it."
(SI)
Is It Too Late To Get Ariza Back . . . . .
Artest reveals he drank during games
"Ron Artest, the 30-year-old, first-year starter with the Los Angeles Lakers, may yet prove to be a crucial piece of an improved championship puzzle. But those who are counting on one of the league's most explosive personalities to avoid controversy with his fifth NBA team may want to temper their expectations. "I used to drink Hennessy ... at halftime," Artest says in the interview, which hits newsstands this week. "I (kept it) in my locker. I'd just walk to the liquor store (near the stadium) and get it." Previously, Artest hid any use of alcohol and marijuana well, according to his former coach at St. John's, Fran Fraschilla. "It's a surprise because every day at practice, he came out in a mood to play. He came out in a basketball rage," said Fraschilla, now an analyst for ESPN. "He was fully committed; he wanted to let our upperclassmen know that he was the alpha male."
(SI)
"Ron Artest, the 30-year-old, first-year starter with the Los Angeles Lakers, may yet prove to be a crucial piece of an improved championship puzzle. But those who are counting on one of the league's most explosive personalities to avoid controversy with his fifth NBA team may want to temper their expectations. "I used to drink Hennessy ... at halftime," Artest says in the interview, which hits newsstands this week. "I (kept it) in my locker. I'd just walk to the liquor store (near the stadium) and get it." Previously, Artest hid any use of alcohol and marijuana well, according to his former coach at St. John's, Fran Fraschilla. "It's a surprise because every day at practice, he came out in a mood to play. He came out in a basketball rage," said Fraschilla, now an analyst for ESPN. "He was fully committed; he wanted to let our upperclassmen know that he was the alpha male."
(SI)
Do You See A Trend . . . . .
1. You never wake up in the same place twice
2. Pitchers are just extra-big cups
3. Being kicked out is routine
4. Throwing up is normal
5. All your photos involve alcohol
6. Fistfights are routine
7. People think your slur is some kind of foreign accent
(Guyism)
A $10 Buffet - No Way . . . . .
$10 Italian buffet is a bargain worth the bucks
"When my friend Peter told me about a buffet he stumbled across near his home - a Wednesday-nights only $10 pasta buffet at Aldo’s Sidewalk Caffe in San Juan Capistrano - well, I just couldn’t say no to checking out a good deal. It must have been my lucky day, because this buffet was worth the bucks.
So what ’s under those lids?
For the sake of being quick about it, we’ll just go through the pasta’s that Aldo’s had last Wednesday and I’ll tell you what I thought. We can start with my group’s favorite, fettucine alfredo with ham and spinach.
All of Aldo’s pastas were cooked perfectly tender, but this was really the standout. Maybe it was because this one is probably a caloric car wreck, and therefore would obviously taste the best.
The Alfredo sauce was nice and creamy, though a little on the oily side, and the thin bits of ham added a good amount of salt to the buttery, rich sauce. I tried this first from the bin, and then again when a new order was brought out and thought it was great both times.
My second favorite pasta was this spaghetti bolognese. I’m a total noodle hater if we’re talking spaghetti (I’m partial to penne) but this meat sauce made everything better. The mild sauce wasn’t used with a heavy hand, ensuring that my noodles were coated, but not bathing in this fruity, mellow tomato sauce that was flecked with carrots and little bits of beef.
Speaking of penne, check this one out. According to our waiter it was the penne marinara, this one with chicken and mushrooms in it. I liked this just fine, but it was what it was - pasta, mushrooms and chicken.
Another self-explanatory pasta is this spaghetti aglio olio peperoncino (alright, not so self-explanatory based on the name alone). It’s spaghetti with olive oil and roasted garlic. The pasta was fine, but dare I say too garlicky? Nah, I’m losing my mind. Personal tastes apply on this one, I suppose.
Finally, we arrive at this pesto fusilli."
Aldo’s Sidewalk Caffe
31882 Del Obisbo #152
San Juan Capistrano
949-443-0423
(OCRegister)
"When my friend Peter told me about a buffet he stumbled across near his home - a Wednesday-nights only $10 pasta buffet at Aldo’s Sidewalk Caffe in San Juan Capistrano - well, I just couldn’t say no to checking out a good deal. It must have been my lucky day, because this buffet was worth the bucks.
So what ’s under those lids?
For the sake of being quick about it, we’ll just go through the pasta’s that Aldo’s had last Wednesday and I’ll tell you what I thought. We can start with my group’s favorite, fettucine alfredo with ham and spinach.
All of Aldo’s pastas were cooked perfectly tender, but this was really the standout. Maybe it was because this one is probably a caloric car wreck, and therefore would obviously taste the best.
The Alfredo sauce was nice and creamy, though a little on the oily side, and the thin bits of ham added a good amount of salt to the buttery, rich sauce. I tried this first from the bin, and then again when a new order was brought out and thought it was great both times.
My second favorite pasta was this spaghetti bolognese. I’m a total noodle hater if we’re talking spaghetti (I’m partial to penne) but this meat sauce made everything better. The mild sauce wasn’t used with a heavy hand, ensuring that my noodles were coated, but not bathing in this fruity, mellow tomato sauce that was flecked with carrots and little bits of beef.
Speaking of penne, check this one out. According to our waiter it was the penne marinara, this one with chicken and mushrooms in it. I liked this just fine, but it was what it was - pasta, mushrooms and chicken.
Another self-explanatory pasta is this spaghetti aglio olio peperoncino (alright, not so self-explanatory based on the name alone). It’s spaghetti with olive oil and roasted garlic. The pasta was fine, but dare I say too garlicky? Nah, I’m losing my mind. Personal tastes apply on this one, I suppose.
Finally, we arrive at this pesto fusilli."
Aldo’s Sidewalk Caffe
31882 Del Obisbo #152
San Juan Capistrano
949-443-0423
(OCRegister)
El Pollo Loco Testing Waters On El Pollo Pescado . . . . .
Watch out Rubio’s! El Pollo Loco testing fish tacos
"Test location: This El Pollo Loco is at the corner of Katella Avenue and Tustin Street in Orange. It is in the recently remodeled Tuskatella shopping center near CVS and T.J. Maxx. A restaurant at 17th Street in Santa Ana is also selling fish tacos, Weeks said."
(OCRegister)
Like Pop Music Is Really To Blame For This New Trend . . . . .
A boyfriend no defense from getting hit on
"Atlanta, Georgia (CNN) -- When did the term "boyfriend" become obsolete? I must have somehow missed the memo.
It isn't enough these days to say you have a boyfriend. The term has become almost as laughable as admitting that you use a Walkman instead of an iPod. Let's see whom can we blame for this?
I blame Beyoncé. That's right, Beyoncé.
What started out as a nice dance song to shake your butt this summer has managed to erode away that beautiful stage after dating and before marriage -- the boyfriend.
"Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" has become a pop culture phenomenon. It has been mimicked in hundreds of incarnations on YouTube, even recently in an episode of "Glee." But somehow our obsession with the "put a ring on it" mentality has made the concept of boyfriend and girlfriend one that no longer warrants respect.
The catchy line, "If you like it, then you should have put a ring on it" has become a sword for some women -- a weapon that they wield at men challenging their relationship. I guess no ring means the relationship is no longer valid. "Mr. Excuse Me" probably figured no ring equals no real relationship.
After all, why would anyone consider a boyfriend a commitment, right? Consider according to the U.S. Census Bureau in 2008, 95.9 million people 18 and older are unmarried."
(CNN)
"Atlanta, Georgia (CNN) -- When did the term "boyfriend" become obsolete? I must have somehow missed the memo.
It isn't enough these days to say you have a boyfriend. The term has become almost as laughable as admitting that you use a Walkman instead of an iPod. Let's see whom can we blame for this?
I blame Beyoncé. That's right, Beyoncé.
What started out as a nice dance song to shake your butt this summer has managed to erode away that beautiful stage after dating and before marriage -- the boyfriend.
"Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" has become a pop culture phenomenon. It has been mimicked in hundreds of incarnations on YouTube, even recently in an episode of "Glee." But somehow our obsession with the "put a ring on it" mentality has made the concept of boyfriend and girlfriend one that no longer warrants respect.
The catchy line, "If you like it, then you should have put a ring on it" has become a sword for some women -- a weapon that they wield at men challenging their relationship. I guess no ring means the relationship is no longer valid. "Mr. Excuse Me" probably figured no ring equals no real relationship.
After all, why would anyone consider a boyfriend a commitment, right? Consider according to the U.S. Census Bureau in 2008, 95.9 million people 18 and older are unmarried."
(CNN)
A New Way To Sniff Out Crime . . . . .
It’ll linger for a week: Japanese security system sprays stinky smell on thieves
"The idea is to able for the police to easily identify the bad guys even after they manage to escape from the crime scene. All that store owners need to do is to push a button, and Capture will spray stinky agent from special gas carts onto the thief or burglar. The carts can be placed behind the counter, in the store’s ceiling or at the entrance, for example.
It takes three to five minutes for the agent to begin stinking and trying to wash it away won’t work as it will linger on for a week. And there’s even a reason for this five-minute time lag: It’s supposed to avoid making the bad guys so angry that they physically assault store clerks or restaurant staff who would then suffer from the stench themselves."
(CrunchGear)
"The idea is to able for the police to easily identify the bad guys even after they manage to escape from the crime scene. All that store owners need to do is to push a button, and Capture will spray stinky agent from special gas carts onto the thief or burglar. The carts can be placed behind the counter, in the store’s ceiling or at the entrance, for example.
It takes three to five minutes for the agent to begin stinking and trying to wash it away won’t work as it will linger on for a week. And there’s even a reason for this five-minute time lag: It’s supposed to avoid making the bad guys so angry that they physically assault store clerks or restaurant staff who would then suffer from the stench themselves."
(CrunchGear)
To Bad The Food Doesn't Match Up To The Decor . . . . .
The most beautiful Pizza Hut in the world
"Is it a shame, or is it fantastic? Rather than tear down a former royal building in The Netherlands' historic Den Haag (The Hague), it's been turned into a Pizza Hut. What do you think about that, National Trust for Historic Preservation? Taco Bell at Hemingway's house in Key West anyone?
Seriously, this Pizza Hut maintains the ornate, gorgeous, original mid-18th century ceiling of what used to be the Grand Salon, and is decorated with appropriately decadent chandeliers. There's a lovely fireplace, classy dark wood fixtures, and well ... I have no qualms calling it the most beautiful Pizza Hut in the world. I encourage you to try and find a lovelier one. Queen Wilhemlina's treasury was once here, for Pete's sake.
At the end of the day, though, it's still Pizza Hut. Check out the photos below for a tour of this anachronistic, WTF wonder. If you weren't thinking of heading to The Hague, which is just 45 minutes from Amsterdam, perhaps this will change your mind -- and if you're into the chandeliers, check out the ones in The Hague's Escher Museum here on Luxist."
(AOL)
An Ex-Girlfriend Is Always A Dangerous Woman . . . . .
Johnson & Johnson Heiress Arrested on Grand Theft Charges
"Forget sex tapes, how about risking jail time to up your heiress status?
Casey Johnson, in line to inherit the Johnson & Johnson throne, was arrested in Los Angeles on grand theft charges, reports the New York Post.
The blonde heiress allegedly stole from model and rumored ex-girlfriend Jasmine Lennard, according to the paper.
Now for the the sordid details: Lennard told the site that she came home to find jewelry, legal documents, shoes, clothing and even underwear stolen.
Lennard then received a text message from Courtenay Semel, Johnson's on-again, off-again girlfriend and daughter of former Yahoo CEO Terry Semel, saying that she found Johnson wearing Lennard's underwear, states the source.
Jasmine called the cops and claims that they found the stolen items at Johnson's house leading to her arrest."
(AOL)
Pac-man VS Pretty Boy Match Up Deal Close . . . . .
Pacquiao, Mayweather near agreement
"Manny Pacquiao's promoter, Bob Arum, was flying to the Philippines on Tuesday to discuss the boxer's possible megafight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. Arum said he also would discuss Pacquiao's participation in a congressional election in that country. A source familiar with the process who declined to be identified because he's not authorized to speak about the negotiations said there are strong indications that Mayweather has agreed in principle to some contractual details. A report by Yahoo Sports on Tuesday night said that a Pacquiao-Mayweather fight was nearly finalized for March 13 and that Mayweather had agreed to terms."
(SI)
"Manny Pacquiao's promoter, Bob Arum, was flying to the Philippines on Tuesday to discuss the boxer's possible megafight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. Arum said he also would discuss Pacquiao's participation in a congressional election in that country. A source familiar with the process who declined to be identified because he's not authorized to speak about the negotiations said there are strong indications that Mayweather has agreed in principle to some contractual details. A report by Yahoo Sports on Tuesday night said that a Pacquiao-Mayweather fight was nearly finalized for March 13 and that Mayweather had agreed to terms."
(SI)
TigerGate Gets More Intriguing . . . . .
Tiger Woods: I have let my family down
Tiger Woods has released the following statement regarding the recent affair allegations.
"I have let my family down and I regret those transgressions with all of my heart. I have not been true to my values and the behavior my family deserves. I am not without faults and I am far short of perfect. I am dealing with my behavior and personal failings behind closed doors with my family. Those feelings should be shared by us alone.
Although I am a well-known person and have made my career as a professional athlete, I have been dismayed to realize the full extent of what tabloid scrutiny really means. For the last week, my family and I have been hounded to expose intimate details of our personal lives. The stories in particular that physical violence played any role in the car accident were utterly false and malicious. Elin has always done more to support our family and shown more grace than anyone could possibly expect.
But no matter how intense curiosity about public figures can be, there is an important and deep principle at stake which is the right to some simple, human measure of privacy. I realize there are some who don't share my view on that. But for me, the virtue of privacy is one that must be protected in matters that are intimate and within one's own family. Personal sins should not require press releases and problems within a family shouldn't have to mean public confessions.
Whatever regrets I have about letting my family down have been shared with and felt by us alone. I have given this a lot of reflection and thought and I believe that there is a point at which I must stick to that principle even though it's difficult.
I will strive to be a better person and the husband and father that my family deserves. For all of those who have supported me over the years, I offer my profound apology."
(Golf.com)
Tiger Woods has released the following statement regarding the recent affair allegations.
"I have let my family down and I regret those transgressions with all of my heart. I have not been true to my values and the behavior my family deserves. I am not without faults and I am far short of perfect. I am dealing with my behavior and personal failings behind closed doors with my family. Those feelings should be shared by us alone.
Although I am a well-known person and have made my career as a professional athlete, I have been dismayed to realize the full extent of what tabloid scrutiny really means. For the last week, my family and I have been hounded to expose intimate details of our personal lives. The stories in particular that physical violence played any role in the car accident were utterly false and malicious. Elin has always done more to support our family and shown more grace than anyone could possibly expect.
But no matter how intense curiosity about public figures can be, there is an important and deep principle at stake which is the right to some simple, human measure of privacy. I realize there are some who don't share my view on that. But for me, the virtue of privacy is one that must be protected in matters that are intimate and within one's own family. Personal sins should not require press releases and problems within a family shouldn't have to mean public confessions.
Whatever regrets I have about letting my family down have been shared with and felt by us alone. I have given this a lot of reflection and thought and I believe that there is a point at which I must stick to that principle even though it's difficult.
I will strive to be a better person and the husband and father that my family deserves. For all of those who have supported me over the years, I offer my profound apology."
(Golf.com)
The Answer Is I'm Not Ready To Retire . . . . .
Iverson signs with 76ers
"PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Allen Iverson is rejoining the Philadelphia 76ers.
Sixers president Ed Stefanski announced the signing Wednesday on the team's Web site. Iverson is expected to make his debut Monday against the Denver Nuggets.
Stefanski says in a news release that the team felt "Allen was the best available free agent guard to help" after the injury to Lou Williams, who will miss up to eight weeks.
Iverson, his agent and business manager met with Stefanski, coach Eddie Jordan and two other members of the organization Monday.
The 34-year-old Iverson announced his retirement last week after an ill-fated stint with the Memphis Grizzlies. The 10-time All-Star was NBA MVP in 2001 when he led the Sixers to the NBA finals."
(SI)
"PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Allen Iverson is rejoining the Philadelphia 76ers.
Sixers president Ed Stefanski announced the signing Wednesday on the team's Web site. Iverson is expected to make his debut Monday against the Denver Nuggets.
Stefanski says in a news release that the team felt "Allen was the best available free agent guard to help" after the injury to Lou Williams, who will miss up to eight weeks.
Iverson, his agent and business manager met with Stefanski, coach Eddie Jordan and two other members of the organization Monday.
The 34-year-old Iverson announced his retirement last week after an ill-fated stint with the Memphis Grizzlies. The 10-time All-Star was NBA MVP in 2001 when he led the Sixers to the NBA finals."
(SI)
Hella Hot Hottie (12/2/09) . . . . .
"There is no such thing as a woman who is out of your league. You just haven‘t had the opportunity to sweep your dream girl off of her feet yet."
This week's Hella Hot Hottie is a Hollywood actress that can definitely hold her own. She is sexy, seductive, and also knows how to kick some ass. I look forward to seeing her both on television and on the movie screen for years to come.
Lucy Liu
She has a very extensive acting career so far. Even though she is probably best known for her role in Charlie's Angels, I really do think she would do well in a dramatic role when given an opportunity.
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Lucy Liu's Wikipedia page
This week's Hella Hot Hottie is a Hollywood actress that can definitely hold her own. She is sexy, seductive, and also knows how to kick some ass. I look forward to seeing her both on television and on the movie screen for years to come.
Lucy Liu
She has a very extensive acting career so far. Even though she is probably best known for her role in Charlie's Angels, I really do think she would do well in a dramatic role when given an opportunity.
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Lucy Liu's Wikipedia page
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