The difference between Shiite and Sunni

Most of the bombs exploding in Baghdad today were in Shiite neighborhoods, according to the Associated Press, which suggests strongly that adherents of the two major sects of Islam are about to start enthusiastically killing one another again. The former President of the United States didn’t see it this way, but it always seemed clear … Continue Reading →

WMGC's Jim Harper: Not just a pretty voice

Jim Harper isn’t saying much about his pending departure from WMGC-FM (105.1), other than that he’s retiring. He’s entitled to be circumspect, and heaven knows he’s entitled to retire: At 58, he’s been in radio for 45 years. Aside from being a brilliant broadcaster — take a listen between now and Dec. 23, and note … Continue Reading →

Cyber Monday

In the spirit of Black Friday, I just pepper-sprayed myself to get a better seat at the computer. Was that unnecessary?