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Awkward! New Open-Mic Series in Toronto
Last night I attended the first in a new series of open-mic nights entitled "Awkward Show & Tell". Held upstairs in a trendy pub at Bloor and Bathurst, the first evening's installment was called "Things My Ex... Fiction fixes social awkwardness, study says
Contrary to popular stereotypes about geeky, four-eyed bookworms, fiction-lovers are actually more socially adept than most, according to new research. The ability to empathize and consider all sides of a social...Awkward Iraq news for McCain campaign
"One of the most awkward developments for Bush administration and McCain campaign officials to defend is the appearance of Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki in Iran, embracing and kissing Iranian...Surgeons cut 16 washers from penis
I can not even begin to imagine how they got there."A MAN was operated on in Hornsby Hospital with fire brigade equipment early today to remove 16 stainless steel washers from his penis. Berowra Fire Rescue officers were called to alleviate the man from his awkward...48 Hours Party Rather Awkward for Dan
"Thanks to Dan Rather for making our show a success all those years, and sorry about firing you," does make for a rather weird speech. "Last night was the television news magazine 48 Hours 20 Year... The fine art of social avoidance
A look at why we shirk the people we love."Cold winters can make early mornings painful, but lately I've had good reason to get up an entire 15 minutes earlier than required -- to avoid people I know and... US/Canada: Border towns face security crackdown
There are many border towns across Canada and the US who share everything, from Apartment buildings, Schools, Bars to Family Bloodlines, separated by an invisible line which runs through back alleys and...
created by Barry Artiste | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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5344 views | 2 recommendations | 3 comments
Diplomacy: North & South Get Mixed Up
(Framing to come momentarily)"In an unexpected twist of events, President Bush's bout of diplomacy in Asia hit a snag in dealings with longtime ally South Korea and drew a conciliatory gesture from "Axis of Evil" member North Korea. Just hours after Bush suffered an awkward...In the hall of the mountain king: Olafur Eliasson's Serpentine Pavilion.
"Not only is the 2007 Serpentine pavilion not as awkward as I'd feared from the early publicity images - on the contrary, it is the best of these annual summer temporary structures since Toyo Ito and Cecil... Lights, Camera, Action "You're an Idiot"
For Now Public Readers "This is must see TV" Not just for Politicians and Sports figures anymore. Nowadays, there's much precedent. Video-sharing sites like YouTube are ensuring that every TV anchor mishap is...
created by Barry Artiste | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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1026 views | 30 recommendations | 2 comments
Libraries, the new homeless shelters
Actual News Guy pointed me to this very interesting piece, written by a public librarian, about America's libraries increasingly becoming a daytime "homeless shelter" for people who live on the streets. The...A Holiday Recipe for Making Memories
by: John E. Carey"Life is composed of accidental moments. They are glimpses of who we are and where we live. I guess this story has to start with the fact that I am married into a very beautiful and loving...
created by nukegingrich | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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339 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
Be a Great Leader - Reveal How You're Assessed
"Do you have the psychological fortitude to be a great leader? To find out, ask yourself this simple question: Would you be comfortable making your personal performance evaluation known to peers and subordinates? It might be awkward at first. But after a while, open...Your Burning Sex Questions -- Answered
"Even if you've had your share of lovers, awkward moments can still crop up in the sack and throw you for a loop. In today's ever-shifting sexual climate, a Cosmo girl needs advice on how to handle sexual...Thanks, But No Thanks: Five Ways to Politely Decline a Job Offer
"Common wisdom dictates that every so often a professional should shop around -- circulate her resume and go on a few job interviews to determine her worth and marketability. This isn't a bad idea; however, it can put a passive job seeker in an awkward situation if she gets a...
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