Charlie Murphy on Racism, The ‘N-Word,’ and Political Correctness

Charlie Murphy, Eddie’s funny brother, has some interesting thoughts on racism and free speech in an interview with Esquire.

Obama, Christie, and Springsteen: Superstorms Make Strange Bedfellows

The bromance between President Obama and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has now become a love triangle with the addition of Bruce Springsteen.

New Star Wars Movie Coming in 2015

George Lucas has sold the Star Wars franchise to Disney, which has announced a new Star Wars movie for 2015.

‘Friday Night Lights’ Split on Romney

Days after “Friday Night Lights” author Buzz Bissinger endorsed Mitt Romney, the writer and producer of the acclaimed television spin-off is accusing the campaign of plagiarizing the show’s catchphrase.

Alex Karras, Football Star and Actor, Dead at 77

Alex Karras has died after a long illness. He was 77.

Jerry Seinfeld Really Likes ‘Really’

When Jerry Seinfeld writes a letter to the editor, the editor publishes the letter. Really.

New Jerseys Make NFL Lineman Feel Fat

Some of the NFL’s heftier players do not appreciate the new form-fitting jerseys introduced this season.

The West Wing And American Politics

Not surprisingly, television and reality don’t really coincide.

Star Trek: The Next Generation Turns 25

So, it’s been a quarter of a century since “Star Trek: The Next Generation” made its debut. As if I didn’t feel old already.

Pirate Party Leader Fights Illegal Downloads of Her Book

A Pirate Party leader has been policing illegal downloads of her copyrighted book.

Basketball With Obama

Michael Lewis has a long feature in Vanity Fair titled “Obama’s Way,” based on six months with the president.

‘Most Interesting Man in the World’ Endorses Obama

The Dos Equis guy is fundraising for Obama.

Shannon Eastin First Female NFL Ref

Shannon Eastin has become the first woman to officiate an NFL game, thanks to the lockout of the regular referees.