Developer/Publisher: Nintendo Players: 1-4 (12 online) Release Date: 4/27/08 Rating: 8/10 Mario Kart Wii marks the sixth installment of the Mario Kart series, which began on the Super Nintendo (SNES) with Super Mario Kart. New maps and new racers await, and Nintendo even added something new to the mix.   Kart racing has been […]

  It’s the usual suspects left fighting for an NBA title. Since 1983, only seven different NBA franchises have housed the Larry O’Brien championship trophy, and four of those franchises (San Antonio, Los Angeles, Boston, and Detroit) comprise the Final Four that are battling for an opportunity to add to their already storied collections.   […]

Like last week, Tuesday’s  primary came as no surprise. Hillary took Kentucky, maintaining her stranglehold on the Appalachian region, while Obama took Oregon, further consolidating his strength in the Northwest.     You can find the exact numbers here, but a quick look shows that Clinton made no gains in either the delegate count or […]

  There are two things I want to say before I get into the article. 1) Happy belated Mother’s Day! and 2) Regarding the issue with my husband, the charges were dropped and the case was thrown out. Thank you all for your prayers. I can breathe again!   Now, I know a lot of […]

These days, technology watches the road for you, and with all the gizmos available to divert you from the primary activity—driving—it’s a wonder anyone’s hands are on the wheel at all… they are probably preoccupied with CDs, DVDs and who knows what else.   Remember the hoopla when the eight-track went the way of the […]

  Hey what’s good everybody?  Break out those Number 2 pencils, because it’s time for a fitness pop quiz!    Although I’ve included a few topics that we haven’t discussed yet, many of the answers can be found in past editions of this column.    With that said, let’s test out your Fitness IQ with […]

Knockout Nation: Cotto-Margarito War Games Official, Byrd Finished, Mijares Unifies, Pacman against Hatton and De La Hoya , The Cuban Hawk Lives               July 26th is known in many Latin countries as the symbolic date signifying the beginning of the Cuban Revolution. For boxing fans, the hope is this date with provide a “revolution” […]

Kudos to the Cleveland Cavaliers for pushing the Boston Celtics to seven games. And even more kudos to the Cavs for getting all the way to the NBA Finals a season ago. But despite their achievements, it really isn’t good enough. Let’s state the obvious. LeBron James is a damn good player. So good, in […]

When Young Boss steps into a room, you realize his style and energy epitomizes the swagga of a super star. Born David Petterson, this 25-year-old New Jersey-born rapper has been grinding his way into the music game for nearly five years.  After attending college in Atlanta and building a buzz for himself as an MC, […]

  What’s going on out there in the real world? It’s your girl Ms. Shay, still in the game out here in LaLa Land! Who’s in the mix with the Hollywood Shuffle this week?    Eddie Griffin is going for broke this year making mo’ money, mo’ money, mo’ money; Isaiah Washington is fired up […]

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  May brings some interesting developments, new ideas and even new colors for Spring!   We have publishers losing CEO’s and paying for development deals. A console finally gets an update on its next update. Some long awaited games get closer to release, and a movie game with high promise falls flat on its face. […]

On Friday (May 16th) I had the pleasure of meeting Jennifer Hudson. She looked awesome – tall, curvy, and sexy! She’s come a long way since her American Idol days and has truly blossomed into a star. But anyway, I was given her new single “Spotlight” off her upcoming album anticipated to drop on the […]

  Developer: Treasure Platform: Xbox 360 (via XBLA, 800 points Grade: 9 / 10   There was a time before save points, where only pure wit and memorization led to the credits. Old school gamers always seem to relish this time, but forget some of the anguish that came with the repetition of facing a […]

  Actor Leon has long been known by his female fans for just being Leon. A gifted actor and artist, the New York native is what most ladies consider “a tall drink of water” by any standard.   Leon made his impression on us in some of the most memorable films of our era, including […]

Last night (May 14) Casio and G-Shock unveiled several new designs in honor of G-Shock’s 25th Anniversary. Collaborations include vibrant new designs with LRG Clothing, in4mation, Spike Lee and surfer Gabe Kling.Fresh off of his Glow In The Dark Tour, a still-glowing Kanye West breezed through an eight-song set with a few single verses and […]

  When physical fitness is at the top of your list, how hard do you go? How much time do you put into your body? Are you happy with the results of your personal labor? What if I told you that there is a whole other level that you could reach if you only put […]

The Summer movie season is now underway! Iron Man got things off to a very strong start by being arguably the best superhero adaptation since Spider-man 2.    The successful release of Iron Man is reminiscent of grand reception that the first Spider-man film got back in May of 2002 – one of those rare […]

Usually I would wait until after a primary to do my write up, but it’s apparent that today’s primary in West Virginia is going to be a bloodbath. According to TPM Obama would be lucky if he hits 30%, but all in all that’s not going to matter.     As we stand right now, […]

  NBA players are judged by their bling. They leave their legacies on that all important digit next to the pinky. Presidents and CEOs may be judged on bank accounts and stock prices, but the NBA’s elite put their blood, sweat, and tears into a lifelong journey for jewelry.   In today’s world of free […]