Today a killer whale killed a trainer during a live show at the famous U.S. Aquarium known as SeaWorld. It is not clear what will happen as a result of this incident, but at minimum we should reconsider whether or not the educational value of aquariums and zoos outweighs their costs to animals.
Author: Levi Novey
NBC Political Reporter Compares Health Care Summit to Karate Kid Villain
NBC Reporter Mark Murray produced an off-the-cuff gem earlier today by suggesting on MSNBC's First Read blog that President Obama's Health Care Summit was based on defeating Republicans using the William Zabka Principle. What the heck is the William Zabka Principle you ask? Here's how Mark Murray explains it.
Peter Pan Peanut Butter Greenwashing with “Earth-Friendly Jar”
I recently bought some Peter Pan peanut butter. Being the environmental nerd that I am, I was quick to notice the brand’s new label. Rather than describing their new jar as something that didn’t sound quite as good like “eco-friendlier,” they just went ahead and described their new jars as “earth-friendly.”
Peru Approves 500 Megawatts in New Renewable Energy Projects
Last week Peru's government approved wind, solar, micro hydro, and biomass energy projects that will add 500 megawatts of clean, renewable energy, meeting 12% of the current electricity needs of the country.
Popular Musician from Peru Releases Global Warming Themed Song and Video
One of Peru's most popular musicians has released an optimistic climate change anthem as the title track of his newest album Amazonas. While Pedro Suarez-Vertiz has produced numerous hits, he is also well known for writing socially conscious songs. For these reasons, he is a beloved musician and celebrity in Peru. He has also gained [...]
New Peewee Herman Show Getting Good Early Reviews on Twitter
For Pee-wee Herman fans like myself, last night was a big night. At Los Angeles' Club Nokia, a new incarnation of the Pee-wee Herman Show opened for a 4 week stage run. It marked one of the first times that actor Paul Reubens brought back his character in a serious way since the tragic cancellation of Pee-wee's television show in 1991 following his well-known quasi-private masturbation incident.
Funny Commercials from Peru
Whenever my wife and I come across a television program that highlights funny commercials from around the world we usually watch because they are good for a few laughs. In that spirit I'd like to share several old Peruvian commercials I found on YouTube. I'm sure there are more that I have missed, but I think these are pretty good.
500 Days of Summer Brilliantly Reinvents the Drab Romantic Comedy Genre
500 Days of Summer will be one of the top romantic movies for years to come. While it might not be starting off with the same buzz as popular romantic comedies like Amélie, Hitch, or The 40 Year Old Virgin, it seems more likely to become a well-referenced portrait of romance for young people during this era, much like Reality Bites and Singles were for Generation X in the 1990s.
Was David Lynch’s Mulholland Drive the Best Movie of the Decade?
I was shocked yesterday and then again today to discover that there are already some people saying Mulholland Drive was the best movie of the decade.
White House Pastry Team Makes Ridiculously Awesome Ginger Bread House
When someone recommended checking out the short video from http://www.whitehouse.gov I have added below about the White House's ginger bread house, I was curious but also skeptical. The house looks pretty lame on first glance.
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