Update: Teen Killed Trying to Save Dog: What You Can Do

A few days ago, MMA reported on the story of a teen killed while trying to save her dog. Read the story for information on what you can do in her memory.

New York Senate Passes Legislation for Gay Marriage

New York’s Senate passes gay marriage legislation–click on the article to learn what comes next, and why conservatives and liberals alike should be excited by this development.

I’m a Bank of America Customer, and I’m P*ssed Off

I’m fully aware that businesses exist to make money, but I’ve always been able to hold on to the delusion that front-facing customer service representatives might actually be there to, well, service customers. Apparently, not so much. Read the story here.

Animal-Loving Eligible Bachelor

One enterprising 38-year-old in the Chicago area has decided to “lay it all on the table” in pursuit of love–and, in a pleasant contrast to Congressman Weiner, not in a literal sense. If you’re looking for a husband, read here for how to find one–and secure a major donation to the charity of your choice at the same time.

Best Proposal of the Year

In a world of strife, debt and global warming, one needs to catch feel good moments where they can–and this one definitely qualifies. Enjoy the video within!

Does government really have a monopoly on sex?

Has our recent obsession with dysfunctional government officials led us to overlook the equally scandalous goings-on of the common man? I think so… Read the full story, complete with a case example from what may be the start of a new kind of mile-high club.

Counterpoint: Review of “Super 8” from a Non-Sci-Fi Fan

I usually have little patience for movies, especially those involving just about any type of alien. Super 8 was a different story.

Let’s Talk Air Travel

Have you been too busy seething about airline fees to take a moment to appreciate the fact that it no longer takes six months, several horses, and the loss of a few family members to cholera to get from one coast to the other? You’ll enjoy this read.

Warning: “Moving Around,” Flushing in Your Home Justifies Warrantless Entry

The Supreme Court just ruled that the sound of “moving and perhaps toilets being flushed” is adequate legal justification for police to forcibly enter your home. Read the full story here.

New Homeland Security Strategy: More Peanuts, In-Flight Champagne

We get patted, prodded, sniffed and scanned in the name of anti-terrorism, and gone are peanuts, pretzels, free beverages, and in-flight meals. A recent news story has revealed the solution to all of these air travel woes–bring on the champagne! Read the story for more.

Finding Inner Peace

Have you found inner peace? If not read this little gem.

Madison Governor Wants Clean House: Police “Just Say Please”

The Madison police plan to “just say please” in their efforts to clear the capitol building. Read about it here.

Wasted and wounded: what Mad Mike did for the love of a dog

A story of dogs, love and pain, accompanied by blood, emergency rooms, vicodin, and our own Mad Mike. Read the full article….

Counting Crows: A Long December

To those who consider this one LONG month of survival…