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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:34:06 -0700

"Take the Bus..I'll be Glad You Did"
Mello reports on how APTA (American Public Transportation Association) is planning on putting a funny spin on their upcoming campaigns with the hopes that it will encourage more people to use public transportation. Read the whole article and see if you agree with their method.

I'm Feelin Hot, Hot, Hot
With Audrey Hepburn as one of his inspirations, Walter Rodrigues was able to come up with some great designs for Rio's Fashion Week. Stylish Jane shares pictures and more...

Book Review | 1 Dead in Attic
This book is a collection of columns written by Chris Rose post-Katrina. Kyle just finished reading it and describes it as, "a chronicle of a ruined city crawling back to life it is also the story of one man's descent into depression". Not a real feel good story, but definitely not one to pass up.

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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:10:44 -0700

Recipe | Blueberry Muffins
Nothing says summer like fresh blueberries. Always in Transit ended up with 6 cartons of them after a recent trip to the store, so what other choice did she have than to make blueberry muffins and share the recipe with all of Vox?

Recipe | Strawberry Buttermilk Pancakes
Regular pancakes are always good... But as Shippouchan discovers, strawberry pancakes are the berry best pancake of all.

Recipe | Mom's Mandarin Orange Cake
Mah shows you how to make her mother's famous mandarin orange cake, also know as "the best cake for summer."

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Culture QotW: All-American 4th of July Recipes

nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 10:20:06 -0700

What are your favorite recipes for a festive 4th of July celebration?

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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:38:23 -0700

Jelly Here
Read about how a wedding cake made by Artzy Carmen got this unusual nickname.

Jelly There
See what Laura means when she claims to be sleeping next to a 5 1/2 foot jellyfish.

Jelly, Jelly Everywhere
The "jelly" shoe has been making its tracks around the world since 1969 and continues to do so with these new designs.

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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:46:29 -0700

Remembering George Carlin
In memory of George Carin, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 71, Happy Hacker shares his favorite George Carlin quotes, as well as some of his favorite performances.

Author Profile | Mary Gaitskill
Jodi writes about her favorite author, Mary Gaitskill, and how her writing is dark, yet hopeful. Find out what else she likes about the American author and follow her link to watch one of Gaitskill's recent readings.

Theater Review | The Ark
H.P.L. shares pictures from a Polish ensemble's "mind-blowing" performance in a football field using fire and iron as the main elements.

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Culture QotW: Cheers!

nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:49:06 -0700

Share a recipe for your favorite summer drink.

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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:54:05 -0700

A Little Goes a Long Way
Celebrity Chick shares some of the latest fashion trends from Paris and gives great advice on how to wear these bold new prints. (pictures included)

Flower Power
Need a good way to spice up your traditional recipes? Meghan experiments with adding lavender to her recipes and, to no surprise, is very pleased with this new ingredient.

Role Play
While on a trip to the Virginia Renaissance Faire, Sugar Mountain found herself being cast as Juliet by Shakespeare himself! Check out her acting debut.

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Culture QotW: Play Time

nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:11:16 -0700

What's your favorite play and why?

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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 12:43:26 -0700

Adventures in Belize
Auds goes on a trail ride through the jungles of Belize. See her gorgeous photographs of the trail and the waterfall where they stopped for a mid-afternoon swim.

On Your Marks, Get Set, Squat!
Westerners attending the Olympics in Beijing better get used to squatting, according to Bienthuy's post about the toilet situation in National Stadium.

Book Review | Kazuo Ishiguro
Carmen reviews "Never Let Me Go," a novel by Kazuo Ishiguro about an exclusive English boarding school and a group of students who are there because they're very special.

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nobody@vox.com(Culture Editor) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:43:45 -0700

A Whirlwind Day
Karen shares her entertaining day in Chicago. It started off with the play Wicked, dinner at Harry Carrey's, and ended with an ironic change in weather. Come see if you can spot the irony.

Adding a Little Spice to Life
Anna is always excited when she finds a new recipe to try. You'll never guess what she has put into the filling of her chocolate cookies. Green does not always mean mint!

KOOZA!
YGRS gives a review of the Cirque Du Soleil show she saw over the weekend. From the sound of it, it is safe to say that she would give this performance a back flipping, body twisting, high wire standing ovation.

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