Topic: Kevin Smith

Horizons Nearly 2,000 Netflix movies to disappear overnight

Almost 2,000 Netflix movies to disappear as contracts expire and new additions roll in. Just what is Netflix doing?

Energy Voices In Paul Ryan budget, echoes of energy campaign rhetoric

Paul Ryan's budget includes energy policies that formed the basis of the Romney-Ryan ticket's energy plan. Voters ultimately went with another pair of candidates, but that doesn't necessarily mean they rejected the Republicans' energy policies. 

Three (thin) reasons why Congress could yet avoid the fiscal cliff

A deadline, the promise of a House vote on whatever the Senate can produce, and a sharp reaction on Wall Street boost prospects that gridlocked lawmakers will act to avert at least some aspects of the fiscal cliff by Jan. 1.

‘Payroll Tax, The Sequel’: Did either side learn any lessons from Part 1?

The impasse over the payroll tax cut sent the public approval rating for Congress to new depths even as it gave Obama a corresponding boost. But as negotiators reopen discussions for a longer deal, all bets are off.

'L Word' actress discovers new way to get kicked off Southwest Airlines flight

'L Word' actress Leisha Hailey and her girlfriend, Camilia Grey, were removed from a Southwest Airlines flight in El Paso after the couple shared a kiss. The airline says that their behavior was 'excessive.' Hailey and Grey are calling it homophobia.

Debt-ceiling bill set to lose in the House. Why bother to vote?

The US House is to vote Tuesday on a bill that would raise the nation’s debt ceiling. But Republicans will oppose it in block, and many Democrats may cast 'no' ballots as well.

Hall Pass: movie review

In 'Hall Pass,' two husbands plunge into chasing women after being granted a week off from their marriages by their wives in this crass comedy.

John Boehner speech falls victim to latest in spin: the 'prebuttal'

John Boehner, House Republican leader, hadn't even delivered his speech on the economy Tuesday morning before Democrats had attacked with a 'prebuttal' – responding to a news event before it happens.

Green Hornet trailer now online

Green Hornet: At one point slated for release this month, the Seth Rogen superhero film is currently scheduled for release next January. Until then, enjoy this trailer.

Obama wants more money for Afghanistan war. Will Congress grant it?

Congress faces a formidable agenda this summer, but nothing is as wrenching as upcoming votes to fund new spending on the Afghanistan war.

Mitt Romney attacked by irate passenger on airplane

Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney was assaulted on an airplane yesterday after asking a fellow passenger to raise his seat back before the flight took off.

An extinction that leaves sameness in its wake

The cost of gay marriage – in dollars and cents

As states like California grapple over gay marriage, New England has found that it can be a small fillip to the economy.

Congress returns to an 'intense' opening

There’s impetus to move quickly on the economy though some seats are empty.

A tattered safety net for US unemployed

Jobless benefits will get paid, but states' budget shortfalls will force bigger debts, higher taxes, or cuts elsewhere.

Which candidate’s plan would best ease the mortgage crisis?

McCain and Obama differ on solutions, which could echo FDR’s during the Great Depression.

The job market's big slump

The month of May had the sharpest increase in the US unemployment rate in 22 years.

How Pelosi tends a more divergent flock

House speaker's skills are being tested by Democrats' greater ideological diversity – a challenge that will intensify if the party picks up more seats in November.