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TheatreTalk: Big Names on Broadway
After making its world premiere at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre last fall, American Idiot, a jukebox musical featuring the songs of Green Day, will open on Broadway on April 20 at the St. James Theatre. Most of the cast members from the Berkeley Rep premiere are expected to follow the show to Broadway. Among... »
Fuel Efficient and Streamlined: 2010 Car Preview
As the New Year begins, there will be an exciting new array of cars for 2010 that should inspire designers and consumers. Here are just a few: Cadillac CTS Coupe This is one of the most eagerly awaited cars of the year. The luxury coupe market is currently dominated by foreign brands such as BMW... »
TheatreTalk: Of Unprintable Titles and Unorthodox Producers
Sarah Ruhl debuted on Broadway on November 19, at the Lyceum Theatre with her Victorian-set comedy-drama In the Next Room. Directed by Les Waters, a British director known for his work as the associate artistic director of the Berkeley Repertory Theatre, the play stars Tony-winners Laura Benanti and Michael Cerveris. Note that this play... »
New Wheels: 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
The Japanese carmaker Honda has released a new addition to the lineup of their popular Accord sedan. The Accord Crosstour is a 5-door hatchback that is considered to be a crossover-utility vehicle. Years ago, this car would have been classified as a station wagon, but that segment has slowly died out and has been replaced... »
General Motor’s Opel Decision Causes Outrage in Germany
General Motors, the largest American automaker, has decided to keep its German subsidiary Opel, after a deal to sell it to a major consortium collapsed last week. This decision has caused unprecedented outrage in Germany, as a plan was set in place to save Opel. G.M. would have sold a majority 55% stake to a... »
TheatreTalk:Off-Broadway Bound?
When Avenue Q closed in September at the Golden Theatre, where David Mamet’s Oleanna (starring Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles) now runs, it announced that it would be relocating to an off-Broadway venue. Critics soon were flocking to New World Stages to see the new production, which stars Anika Larsen and Seth Rettberg, and... »
Car Talk: 2010 GMC Terrain
GMC, the division of General Motors that manufactures only sport utility vehicles or pickup trucks, has a new entry-level model that is now on the market. The brand-new Terrain is the smallest SUV made by GMC. A popular slogan that GMC is using to promote the Terrain is “More ideas per square inch.” There are... »
Paul’s NFL Picks: Week 7
New England Patriots vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Winner: New England Patriots Reason: The Bucs simply have nothing going right for them this season. The Patriots will crush them on Sunday and take first place in the AFC East at 5-2. Indianapolis Colts vs. St. Louis Rams Winner: Indianapolis Colts Reason: Another blowout on Sunday, the Rams will have no... »
Watch for these wheels: 2010 Porsche Panamera
The Panamera, the newest model from the German car manufacturer, Porsche, officially went on sale on October 17. The significance of this car is that it is the first sedan to be built by Porsche, who traditionally produces two-door sports cars. However, it is not the first time that Porsche has broken with tradition; that... »
Nobel Prize in Economics
The Nobel Prize in Economics for 2009 has been given to two American economists this past week. The economists are Elinor Ostrom and Oliver Williamson. As in every field, the Nobel Prize is awarded to those who have achieved astronomical success in their field and have proven to be helpful to the subject of... »