Most Wilco side projects really suck for some reason (I'm talking to you, Loose Fur) but when they fucked around with The Minus 5 something good actually came of it. Rosa with the hookup on this--and be sure to listen to the lyrics. Brought to us by a venture capitalist.

The Minus 5 / "With a Gun"

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The best names in college basketball...and the winner is: Grlenntys Chief Kickingstallionsims!

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Lesson of the day: if you're trying to kill a mouse, don't fuck around.

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Some actual numbers on the real estate bubble(s).

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Dave Letterman's such a weirdo.

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Interesting facts from 2005. (stolen from Torr)

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Science helps us understand laughter and cuteness. And tells us to take our vitamins.

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Ms. Wheelchair Wisconsin--please stand up!

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The year in sports...sort of.

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Next time you feel like verbally abusing a flight attendant, remember that the guy flying the plane can drop you off anywhere he wants.

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If you were wondering whether prison abuser Lynndie England could get any uglier, the answer is apparently yes.

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We used to do this shit all the time in driveway hockey, but it's pretty cool to see it in an NHL shootout.

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Looks like a fresh supply of cannon fodder at Rikers.