November 1, 2004

• Media update

  Best news magazine ever. I devour this magazine every weekend. It has Economist-style articles on all topics -- national events, international events, leisure, reviews, and more. Many times they'll have contrasting views from different new sources. Now I don't feel bad neglecting international news during the week because I get everything I need to know during my weekly fix. Plus they have cool map graphics, so I'm learning where states/countries are. Another feature I like is their Briefing, where they go over a timely topic in depth, such as how the electoral college works. If this sounds intriguing and I see you in person, I'll gladly give you an issue.

  Basically, a magazines for trivia junkies. In this issue you'll learn about:

  • The difference between various sports such as pool vs. billiards or football vs. rugby or baseball vs. cricket.
  • The meaning behind song lyrics that noone understands, eg. "Some people call me Maurice, 'cuz I speak of the pompatus of love" or "Blinded by the light... revved up like a deuce (not douche!), another runner in the night".
  • Genetic oddities, such as XX guys or XY girls.
  • All about Cezanne. Finally, a way to fill the gaping void that is my knowledge of art history.

  I also read Vogue and W to keep up with the fashion world, Allure and Jane to amuse myself, and various other magazines that are not as cool as the two I've mentioned above. Finally, these websites find their way to my broswer despite my attempts to do work. Bad internet. Baaaad interenet.

  SF Gate. Read about the goings-ons in the bay area.
  New York Times. I used to get this at home, but it was too much work to read and throw out every paper.
  Engadget. All about gadegts.

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