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November 2008 Blog Posts (296)

Golf & Country Club, Sempachersee (Switzerland)


Sempachersee Golf Club located near Lucerne in Switzerland, redesigned by the Zürich-based Smolenicky & Partner Architektur.


The expansion included a second 18-hole golf course and made Golf Club Sempachersee the largest golf club in Switzerland and, quite likely, the club with the coolest club house.

Who knew Golfing could be so chic? I'm Continue

Added by PANDA JU on November 4, 2008 at 10:15am — No Comments

Sexy or Slutty, Cool or Fool?: BCBG Cocktail Dress

You just know that this cocktail dress was inspired by Howard Stern's new wife's wedding dress! (See past post.)

I can't help but think I'm going to lay off the ho ho's if I even dare to pull this off.

What do you… Continue

Added by alice on November 4, 2008 at 10:00am — 6 Comments

It's All About the Ride - 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show: 11/21-11/30

2009 Audi S4

Are you a car enthusiast? The 2008 LA Auto Show is coming to town on Friday, November 21st through Sunday, November 30th. Over 1,000 of the 2009 makes and models of import and domestic cars will be showcased and will include several World and North American debuts as well as alternative fuel/electric vehicles and race cars. If you simply need to have VIP access, there will be a sneak preview night on Thursday November 20th,… Continue

Added by Eugene on November 4, 2008 at 10:00am — 2 Comments

My Modern Day Movie Star: The Va Va Voom Kate Winslet in Vanity Fair

Kate Winslet is one of those women who you just feel like you can hang with at The Griffin. Down to earth, smoker who'll swear like a sailor, she exudes a quiet confidence that you don't see anymore with the young starlets.



She stars in two upcoming movies, Revolutionary Road and The Reader. Lucky girl gets to work with my boy Leo again in Revolutionary Road. As she explains, "Leo and I, you know, are sort of kindred spirits—we’re cut from… Continue

Added by alice on November 4, 2008 at 9:15am — 6 Comments

Liquid Reflections - Robin Soulier: Paris

I just love Robin Soulier's perspective in his photos. He takes pictures of puddles around the world, capturing striking images reflecting on the surface of water. The pictures do throw the viewer off somewhat - it’s difficult to work out where the puddle ends and the landscape begins.…

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Added by Eugene on November 4, 2008 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

How Sony Ericsson's 8.1 Megapixel Camera Will Make Boobies Even Better: FHM December Ad

Gotta give it to Sony Ericsson for showing us that sex sells. Are we amazed that this ad campaign was shot solely on your new C905 8.1 megapixel camera? Not that much. We know there was probably a lot of air brushing, perfect lighting, etc. What it does go to show is that a well targeted ad with an interesting spin can gather some nice attention. Oh yes and beautiful boobies… Continue

Added by alice on November 4, 2008 at 7:00am — 1 Comment

Girl GO - New maps & directions site from Google

Girl GO - New maps & directions site from Google
Via: http://www.makeuseof.com/tech-fun/girlgo-a-new-service-from-google/

Added by Derning on November 4, 2008 at 2:22am — 6 Comments

Shaft!



Pepsi have released a brand new bottle and label design. And I am proud to announce that I am switching to Pepsi.



More pics:



Watch the celebration video here (SFW)…

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Added by PANDA JU on November 4, 2008 at 1:16am — 1 Comment

Britney Spears’s New Album Cover



Britney Spears just released the cover and tracklist to her upcoming album Circus. What a high quality piece of graphic art - great use of Microsoft Word and the Autoshape feature!





Is it me or does Brit look high on 'ludes?



If you ask me, I think Britney is ready for the next step.









(… Continue

Added by PANDA JU on November 4, 2008 at 12:54am — 1 Comment

Welcome Our Favorite DJs, Stanton Warriors, into theMET!

I wanted to take a moment and welcome our newest members into theMET, the world famous DJ group, Stanton Warriors! You may remember a few posts I've put up inside the MET about them - they seriously rock the house.



Here's a little hello from one of the… Continue

Added by alice on November 3, 2008 at 8:30pm — 6 Comments

Urban HOTspot!: The Bar That Salvaged Our Halloween Night!: The Griffin

After mulling over the eight Halloween options Eugene put up on the site, Sam and I decided to hit up WeHo with Grace and Vic to check out the crazy costumes. Too bad it took us an hour and forty five minutes to meet up in Los Feliz first because by the time we got to that area we were over it. Bad mood. Tired. Hungry.



So our wonderful friend Vic took us to… Continue

Added by alice on November 3, 2008 at 5:00pm — 6 Comments

Providence Announces its Second Michelin Star and Gayot Top 40!!!



Well this clinches it. I'm gonna hit the 14-course ASAP in celebration!



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Providence Earns a Coveted Two Star Rating in Guide Michelin 2009



Chef Michael Cimarusti and General Manager Donato Poto, co-owners of Providence were thrilled to be included in the 2009 issue of the Michelin Guide for Los Angeles, earning two stars for the 3 ½ year old restaurant. "I'm honored to… Continue

Added by SiMonster on November 3, 2008 at 4:28pm — 14 Comments

Switching Races - White Obama, Black McCain

Dear Sen. Obama and Sen. McCain,



Thanks for giving us great material this election year. It was entertaining to say the least.



Courtesy of… Continue

Added by Eugene on November 3, 2008 at 4:00pm — 7 Comments

Amazon's Helping the Environment and Making Me Feel Like A Cool Auntie Again With Frustration Free Packaging!

You go Amazon for understanding that we don't need to open two boxes, we can just open one! One that's easy to open, that doesn't require crazy ass scissors or knives to open. You're not only helping the environment you're making me feel like the proud, capable auntie that I am! As RoRo would say...wOOt wOOt!



What's the difference between Frustration-Free Packaging and traditional packaging?



The Frustration-Free… Continue

Added by alice on November 3, 2008 at 3:30pm — 1 Comment

Hi-Def Pics - Tragic Conflict in Congo, Refugees on the Move - CAUTION: GRAPHIC IMAGES (21 photos)

In the eastern mountains of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), a rebel army led by Laurent Nkunda - a former General of the DR Congo armed forces - recently launched attacks and captured territory after a peace treaty had failed with the government. Nkunda's forces are Tutsi rebels, fighting against the DR Congo government forces and U.N. peacekeeeping forces. The U.N. has over 17,000 troops in the Congo right now, but they are widely dispersed, and have been unable to fully…

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Added by Eugene on November 3, 2008 at 2:00pm — No Comments

My Modern Mondays: Office Supplies! See Jane Work 25% Off Secret Sale

Tired of staring at your boring Mead folder? Want to jazz it up, make your desk all pretty and feel excited about work? Well, then you may need a new job. Kidding! How about changing it up by getting organized with some modern office supplies?



Right now, See Jane Work is offering 25% off their entire site!…

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Added by alice on November 3, 2008 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment

16 HDR Images That Blow My Mind

Although it isn't photography in its purest form, I love the way HDR can really accentuate a photo.



Wiki's explanation of HDR: "In computer graphics and photography, high dynamic range imaging (HDR or HDRI) is a set of techniques that allows a greater dynamic range of exposures (the range of values between light and dark areas) than normal digital… Continue

Added by Eugene on November 3, 2008 at 10:30am — 2 Comments

Rockin' the NY Style: Hayden-Harnett, Met Member Special 15% Off + Free Shipping!

What I like about Hayden-Harnett is that they carry really hip and cool bags/accessories/clothes that don't try scream look at me. Sure we can all appreciate a nice Louis or Prada bag but true style isn't about labels, it's about putting together something unique and interesting.



I found Hayden-Harnett just… Continue

Added by alice on November 3, 2008 at 8:27am — 4 Comments

Thinking About Running From the Cops? Think Again.

It's just not fair. Lamborghini gave this special gift to the police of Bologna, Italy. The local cops refer to it as a Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Polizia Stradale.



This supercar is equipped with a computer, video camera, radio, and a holster for weapons, but in addition to standard police equipment, the Lamborghini Gallardo Polizia Stradale is equipped… Continue

Added by Eugene on November 3, 2008 at 8:18am — 3 Comments

Got a Crush at Work?: Make Them a Free Toy From Readymechs

With the economy in the shitter who can even afford a Dunny these days? Why not just print out these free paper toys and make one yourself? You'll score bonus points for telling her it's handmade!



Readymechs are free, flatpack toys for you to print and build. They are… Continue

Added by alice on November 3, 2008 at 8:00am — 2 Comments

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