Glasgow in 'top 10 world cities'

It will certainly surprise more than a few Brits to learn that Glasgow was the only UK city to feature in a new ranking of the top 10 world cities. Glasgow has a reputation for being a very industrial, gritty place, with the local accent being so strong it is sometimes almost...

Run-D.M.C., Metallica Nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Run-D.M.C., Metallica, the Stooges, Bobby Womack, and Jeff Beck are among the nominees for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced Monday.The nominees will be voted on by an assembly of "500...

Velosolex S4800

French Paris charm 60's, Velo Solex-US 15o mls/Gln, like it or not You running out of petrol, no problem you pedal like a bycycle. Read this Wallstreetjournal Test drive, video report have some fun! " One look at...

Who wears short shorts? Dudes, apparently

Have you noticed that men are increasingly sporting shorts for which chafing is a major concern? Although seventies-inspired short shorts don't seem to have caught on beyond serious fashionistas yet, they may...

Indonesian homemakers turn trash into fashion frills

Interesting way to do a business... " Used detergent labels and toothpaste tubes from Indonesia are going from landfills to fashion frills on bags and wallets sold in Singapore, Australia and the United States. ...

Governor with ‘prole chic’ tipped as John McCain’s sidekick

" ONE name has risen to the top of John McCain’s shortlist for vice-presidential running mate. Tim Pawlenty, the governor of Minnesota, a trucker’s son and advocate of Republicanism for the masses, is the favourite to join his ticket, according to sources close to the...

Obama: Dating Radical Chic

OpinionBarry Aritise, Now Public ContributorThough I am not up on American Politics, I do know something of the Radical Left, the Left who espouse equality for all, except when it comes to themselves.To appease...

Lauren Conrad's L.A. Fashion Week Debut

"The "Hills" star and ex Teen Vogue intern Lauren Conrad has made her runway debut earlier today at the L.A. fashion week.Lauren's Fall 2008 collection expended her "LA chic" vision, luckily taking it to a bit...

Raf by Raf Simons, Evisu and Seal Kay at ASOS.com in new Spring Summer Collec...

Having successfully launched the Premium Brands boutique in September 2007, ASOS.com is now extending their Premium offering with a visionary portfolio of designer brands. London: ASOS.com will be adding a host...

PPQ, McQ, SIWY and Disaya at ASOS.com in new Spring Summer collection

Having successfully launched the Premium Brands boutique in September 2007, ASOS.com is now extending their Premium offering with a visionary portfolio of designer brands. London: Having successfully launched the...

M.I.A., Karen O, Joan Jett to sell Converse sneakers

"Your Prime Minister to ya employer, Ego lovers need more power The trend-setters make things better Don't sell out to be product pushers..."Ok, let's see now. Who was that again?Oh riiiiight....that was...

The “Surda Checkpoint” as a West Bank Artwork

" Two years ago I subscribed to the  ’Art flux’ newsletter. In the October 13, 2007 issue, they mentioned the exhibition: ..”Transactions”..(.September 11 - November 18, 2007).  The...

Cheeky French steal moko

The blatant theft of traditional designs is an ongoing problem for the New Zealand Maori people. Their traditional designs are used for all sorts of promotions, from cigarettes to fashion. The Maori people have...

Hello, Yaletown, My New Friend

by Steve Venegas for The Vancouver ObserverWhy "Yaletown?"  Where'd the  name come from, I wanted to know when I first  signed a lease on my apartment on Mainland Street.  Having just moved to...

Picasso Paintings Stolen from His Granddaughter's House

Art theft is, by its very nature, a brazen breed of crime, as the stolen goods are one-of-a-kind. This is a whole new level, though. Most (publicized) art theft occurs at museums or galleries, and not from private collections- even less often is the artist's relative's house...

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