| January 27, 2002 |
AA Roads
As  Americans travel the great roads and highways of the country, they seldom consider the magnitude of the system that connects one coast to the other. Created by enthusiasts eager to share pictures, stories, and information about our country's highways, the site winds through the desolate roads of Nevada, the numerous freeways of San Diego, and beyond. As you cruise through the site, keep your eyes peeled for the Sign Gallery, an amazing collection of photographs of interstate, U.S., and state highway shields, gantries, and signs from every state. (in Travel) |
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| January 26, 2002 |
Celebrity Tattoos
Seems  everyone's sporting ink these days, and celebrities are no exception. Musicians, actors, and sports stars provide the canvases for the oh-so-hip art of body modification. This extensive site catalogs celebrity tats from the tiny to the extra large. Where else could you find semi-exclusive photos of starlet Christina Ricci having some new artwork placed on her lower back? Check out the awful old-skool tattoos of Bruce Willis and Tony Danza or see the grown-up designs Britney has on her body. Be forewarned, some of the pics may be a bit risque, and don't say we didn't warn you about Richard Grieco. (in Body Art) |
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| January 25, 2002 |
New York Times: Portraits of Grief
They  were stockbrokers and firefighters, restaurant workers and software engineers, loved by their friends and families. Since September 11, The New York Times (registration req'd) has been publishing a glimpse into the lives of some of the victims of the World Trade Center attacks. This online scrapbook overflows with witty, touching sketches of nearly 2,000 of the victims. Read about the Captain Kirk expert, the firefighter with five children, the brothers who worked together at Windows on the World, the rock 'n' roll grandpa, and more. These are more than portraits of grief -- they're portraits of everyday life in America. (in September 11th Attacks) |
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| January 24, 2002 |
Starsky and Hutch Torinos
If  you remember this '70s cop show, you'll probably recall the distinctive red-and-white Ford Torino driven by Detectives Kenneth Hutchinson and David Starsky. Torino fanatic John Quirk owns one of the limited-edition 1976 Fords, and aims to find the rest of the thousand or so S & H Torinos turned out that year. With a voluminous photo gallery of rare Torinos from around the world, this site is a dream for car lovers and pop-culture buffs alike. Be sure and check out the photos of the actual cars driven by the crime-fighting duo to discover where the Torinos reside today. (in Automotive) |
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| January 23, 2002 |
Frontline: Inside the Terror Network
What  could drive men to plan and carry out the attacks on America? How could these conspirators have plotted for years and gone basically undetected? This web site, a companion piece to the PBS Frontline special, tackles these questions by examining the lives of Mohamed Atta, Ziad Jarrah, and Marwan al-Shehhi, three of the terrorists who piloted the hijacked planes. Through interviews with friends, teachers, classmates, and acquaintances, we learn their personal histories. The site even poses the toughest question of all: Should we have spotted the conspiracy? (in September 11th Attacks) |
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| January 22, 2002 |
The Real World Houses
With  another season of MTV's The Real World on tap, what better time to look back at the real truth about the coolest part of the show. No, not the whiny and often annoying housemates -- we mean the houses. Take a picture-laden tour of all the RW pads, from the very cool Boston firehouse to the sumptuous Honolulu digs. These intriguing places stand as monuments to the back-stabbing, lying, and crying that make this show one of life's guilty pleasures. (in Television) |
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| January 21, 2002 |
PeopleCards
Who  needs Derek Jeter and Barry Bonds? We'll trade you two Sushil Yadavs for a Jenna Brager. Instead of the usual stars of sport and screen, PeopleCards offers trading cards based on people like you and me. Instead of batting averages or touchdowns, the backs of PeopleCards offer mundane nuggets like Bob Bukin's favorite color and Julie Struve's favorite food. Get in the spirit! Celebrate real people and sign up to be featured on a card of your very own. (in Collecting) |
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