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The top rented movies of 2009.

The gadgets of 2010.

Sure everyone has a favorite muppet, but what about a list of least favorites?

Alright, I’m jumping into the Apple “Tablet” forecasting. Or rather, I’m linking to a great piece that guesses what the “tablet” will be for everyone. Because I have to admit, I had the same thought Jobs allegedly did when he saw the “tablet.”

Science fiction weapons that aren’t science fiction.

Biggest surprise of this article? Phyllis Diller is still alive.

Who doesn’t want to see a photo gallery about living amongst the world’s slums?

People living on food stamps.

Finding a deli in New York is harder than you think.

I can’t speak to the authenticity of these toys, as this is just a link with pictures. But even if they are fake they’re offensive and overtly sexual, so be warned.

Links of Interest 12/5

I never really understood the appeal of those huge deli sandwiches. Next to impossible to eat, it seems to me you're just buying the novelty of having a lot of lunch meat on some bread. I guess you can save it and eat it later, which they suggest here, but still I can only imagine the waste of food simply because some tourist wants to eat at Carnegie Deli.

Stay up to date on your global disasters...in real time! (Note to self - cancel that trip to Turkey)

They Live is a small littel cult film known mostly for the line, "Put on the fuckin glasses!" and a fight scene between two guys that has seen no rival. So news of a remake is met with some trepidation. I need Rowdy Roddy Piper involved somehow, and I need a fight in an alley that at least comes close to the original. (Hollywood Reporter)

I love how the people in these photos are so nonchalant about wading through rough surf in Venice. It's as though it's a daily occurrence. I mean, apparently it happens more often than you think, but still.