Dec 31st, 2008 · Egypt is in an awkward position and under growing domestic criticism for penning up Palestinians in Gaza while the Israeli bombardment continues. Some states, such as Egypt, do not want to help Hamas and its militant Islamist ideology. Other Arab states want to offer support.
Dec 27th, 2008 · For those about to rock — but don't quite party like a rock star — Jim Infantino's band salutes you with a new song. It's on the new album from a group that claims to be "the Greatest Band in the History of Recorded Music."
Dec 11th, 2008 · The military's policy for gays in the armed forces was an awkward compromise in the 1990s. Many say it is now outdated — but will the new president want to take up the same issue that riled Bill Clinton's White House debut?
Dec 5th, 2008 · President-elect Barack Obama's cabinet picks have the guys in the 'shop', once again, speaking their minds. This week, Jimi Izrael, Ruben Navarrette, Nick Charles and Arsalan Iftikhar discuss the potentially awkward working relationship Obama might have with leaders in his administration, like former rival Hillary Clinton. Plus, hear views on how comedians should portray the future president, and Plaxico Buress' gun drama.
Nov 25th, 2008 · For nearly three decades Tim Zaal thought he had kicked a gay man to death during his rage-filled youth. Then one day, he found himself face to face with the man he thought he had killed. After some extreme awkwardness, they decided to use their story to educate people about the dangers of hate.
Nov 17th, 2008 · Awkward over hors d'oeuvres? A mess with martinis? Knowing what to say a cocktail party can be overwhelming — but these three books will have you culturally informed in no time!
Oct 3rd, 2008 · Wells Fargo has stunned financial markets by announcing a merger with Wachovia. Wachovia was involved in a government-brokered deal with Citigroup earlier in the week. The Wells Fargo deal puts the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in an awkward position.
Sep 17th, 2008 · Listen to Slimming Mirrors, Flattering Lights, the sophomore release from Vancouver, B.C.'s The Awkward Stage, and it's obvious the pop band weaves an overarching theme through each track. Though the songs on the album vary stylistically — its three gentle instrumental interludes contrast greatly with an energized song like "Hey, Modern School Girl," driven by its drum beat and guitar riffs — they all offer a glimpse into what life is like for those who didn't leave their awkward stage behind in junior high and are still determining their worth.