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Did you read about Iraq, Goldman Sachs, and a Hungarian pork delicacy?
Reader staffers share stories that fascinate, amuse, or inspire us.Hey, did you read:• About our latest military mission in Iraq? ("Short of declaring his willingness to watch Iraq collapse . . .…[...
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12 O'Clock Track: 'Thought of Sound' is the actual return of the Rentals
Originally formed as a Weezer side project, Matt Sharp put together the Rentals in 1995 to explore his new wavey synth-pop side. By 1998 it was his full-time musical outlet; but one year later the...
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A year with J.D. Salinger
There's one small subgenre of literature that I find particularly endearing: the young woman working in publishing book. When I was younger, I viewed those books as guides to life.…[ Read more ][...
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Burger time: Neil Hamburger in Chicago
Whatever the hell Neil Hamburger does, he's been doing it for more than 20 years. The Tony Clifton-esque alter ego of Australian-born musician Gregg Turkington, Hamburger confounds—I hesitate to use...
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One of the worst movies ever made, and the rest of this week's screenings
Robert Altman biographer Patrick McGilligan called Corn's-A-Poppin' (1955) "one of the worst movies ever made"; Kian Bergstrom of Cine-File declares, "I love no musical in the world more than...
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On Wednesday Doc Films begins another eclectic summer program
Summer is always an interesting time at Doc Films, as the venerable student film society forgoes weekly, themed programming for more of a grab bag approach. There's no rhyme or reason to the summer...
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RIP Freddy 'the Beard' Bentivegna
Late last fall, a rumor began circulating through the pool world that Freddy "the Beard" Bentivegna, the great bank shooter and one of the last of the old hustlers, had passed away; or, rather, that...
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Adam Lambert did Freddie Mercury proud last night
A few years ago, when Queen—which presently consists of guitarist Brian May and drummer Roger Taylor—toured with Bad Company lead singer Paul Rogers, the whole affair felt sort of like a nonevent. I...
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Clinton-era memos offer a trip through Mayor Rahm's brain
Having nothing better to do on a lovely Friday, I've spent the better part of my day taking a trip through the hidden caverns of Mayor Emanuel's brain. I tell you—I should get combat pay.…[ Read more...
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Reader's Agenda Sat 6/21: Make Music Chicago, L.A.T.E. Ride, and A Prairie...
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Appellate Court: Chicago's parking meter deal is lousy but we're stuck with it
A panel of Illinois appellate judges won't dispute that Chicago's parking meter deal is a big loser for the city. But that's not enough to nix the deal in court, the judges said Friday.…[ Read more ][...
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Street View 200: Boring is boring
Street View is a fashion series in which Isa Giallorenzo spotlights some of the coolest styles seen in Chicago.Have you guys heard of normcore? It's this new trend where people do their best to look...
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Reader's Agenda Sun 6/22: Bodies in Urban Space, Renegade Mini Market, and...
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Weekly Top Five: The best of Clint Eastwood
Jersey Boys, Clint Eastwood's latest film, opened this Friday, and it's based on the popular stage musical about Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Eastwood strikes me as the ideal director to...
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Reader's Agenda Mon 6/23: Paella Cook-Off, Porn and Chicken Player Hater’s...
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Printers Ball makes a case for ink and paper
Ignore your iPhone screen and check out some screen printing at the tenth annual Printers Ball. by Brianna Wellen No need to break out a tux or gown; the Printers Ball is a casual celebration of the...
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Best shows to see: Swans, Ginger Baker's Jazz Confusion, La Santa Cecilia
If you're feeling adventurous, it is worth risking the soggy weather and trekking out to Millennium Park tonight to see legendary Husker Du front man Bob Mould play a free outdoor show. But if staying...
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Did you read about David Sedaris, Carmelo Anthony, and Tortoise?
Reader staffers share stories that fascinate, amuse, or inspire us.Hey, did you read:• The Supreme Court has issued its latest ruling confirming that the EPA has the power to regulate greenhouse gas...
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12 O'Clock Track: Greys' straight-ahead posthardcore jam 'Use Your Delusion'
Back in March when Toronto-based Greys played Township I made mention of the band's June 17 debut album dropping on Carpark Records. Well, look at that, June 17 has come and gone and their album If...
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Reader premiere: The bizarre video for Nnamdi Ogbonnaya's '2% Chest'
Local multi-instrumentalist Nnamdi Ogbonnaya embraces his oddness. When I went to meet Ogbonnaya at his place to interview him for last year's People Issue he greeted me wearing just a pair of boxers...
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