The Caltech Beavers won its first conference basketball game since 1985 last night, narrowly edging out the Occidental Tigers in the final game of the 2010-11 season. The victory marked the end of a 310-game losing streak for the Beavers. more ›

There are things that you think about, again and again, about how awesome it will be when you finally get to do it. Sex is the obvious one. Scooters also, too. Maybe traveling somewhere awesome. But unlike skipping school to watch Star Trek 6: The Undiscovered Country, they turn out to not only live up to your expectations but to exceed them in every possible way. E3 is exactly like that only better because you don't have to be embarrassed that you only took 30 seconds. more ›

Looks like their parents have been giving them a formal education in comics. I would have to say that these kids are set for life. Aren't they adorable? more ›

As if the San Diego Comic Con wasn't enough to satisfy the spandex-loving appetite of the Southern Californian comic book nerd, WizardWorld LA takes over the LA Convention Center this entire weekend. For the cost of $25/day or $45 for the entire weekend (tickets must be purchased HERE in advance!), fanboys + fangirls will have the opportunity to meet modern day comic celebrities including some of my personal favorites Jeph Loeb (The Ultimates 3), J Scott Campbell (Spider-Man), Tim Sale (Long Halloween). Other guests include Seth Green, Alyssa Milano, Summer Glau from the Terminator & Firely series, and also Peter from Heroes (full guest list here). more ›

Wired Nextfest in Los Angeles. more ›

The good kids of Whip it out Comedy sent us this video and as a failure at week one of fantasy football, let's just say I relate to it. Damn you, Vince Young! Anyways, good work, J. Chris Newberg for making this funny video... which is funny cuz it's true.... more ›

"Nerdy" men, or what I like to call "the boy/man next door" have made a strong showing in 2006 and I'm here to list the cream of the crop. 1. John Krasinski - "Jim" the anti-stud in the NBC hit "The Office", he wins us over with his everyday charm. 2. Andy Samberg - This genius 28-year-old newbie to "Saturday Night Live" brought us "Lazy Sunday" and "D**k in a Box" -- he's bringing... more ›