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4 . 27 . 2006 Twins? Twins!
At the April 20 Lord Mike's show our correspondent Abby caught this deliriously dead-on doppelganger of our good friend Liam. Check it out. |
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4 . 23 . 2006 MDSC Marked! D! News Social: Giving booze our stamp of approval Deep in the heart of Kentucky there is a barrel of whisky being distilled. That barrel bears the MDSC moniker thanks to the valiant sponsorship efforts of Craig and Carl. Cheers! |
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4 . 20 . 2006 Biker Patriots
American Heroes: A D! News Periodic Series Members of a Kansas church believe all of the U.S. military deaths in Iraq are God's way of punishing us for allowing homosexuals to live in America. So members of this Kansas church are traveling around the country protesting at military funerals. So whenever a 22 year old U.S. soldier dies and his or her mourning family just wants to bury their child...these Kansas bastards show up with banners and signs reading "Thank God for dead soldiers" and "God hates fags." And because of freedom of speech laws, they are allowed to stand near these funerals and cannot be forcibly removed. So what happens? Bikers form a motorcyle gang called The Patriot Guard:Americans Doing the Right Thing. These guys ride to every funeral where a protest is scheduled and block out the protesters with a wall of hundreds of bikers waving American flags. They travel the country to protect grieving families from un-American protestors. The Patriot Guard truly are modern American heroes and MDSC salutes them. Full story here ________________ Photo Gallery here |
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4 . 14 . 2006 Soccer Americans
D! Newsflash - the MDSC-centric variety Flynn gets quoted in the April edition of Soccer America magazine regarding the Chicago Fire's move to Bridgeview. MDSC gets full shout outs from author and terrible reporter Mike Woitalla. The story made such a splash that it's featured news on the front page of Bridgeport neighborhood news organization B! News. Our thanks to B! News for their support and inspiration. Big up your way. Our two news organizations are so similar that it's almost as though we stole our basic format from them... |
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4 . 11 . 2006 Chicago's "Best" Musicians: 2006
D! Newsflash Tom Lynch from Newcity magazine just released his annual list of Chicago's top 45 music artists. Tom Lynch gives a good effort, but obviously some changes could be made. Tossers move up a few spots, Lord Mike's and Deals Gone Bad get a mention, and Journey gets an honorary nod for their Chicago baseballing anthem "Don't Stop Believing." And we hate to sound like anxt-ridden hipsters, but please, the Redwalls anyone? |
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4 . 09 . 2006 Screw Pirates? D! Newsflash - the "I'm sorry...but you still go to M.I.T." variety Female student at M.I.T. downloads music off the net. Lawyers from the Recording Industry Association of America single her out, serve her with a lawsuit. According to current U.S. law, each illegal download is worth a $750 fine. Girl downloaded 272 songs. RIAA lawyers say "We would be willing to settle out of court for $3,750." Girl says "I'm just a college student, where do you want me to get $3,750?" RIAA lawyers say, "You should drop out of M.I.T. and get a job at Old Navy to pay us back." Girl decides to set up website www.ScrewPirates.com to raise the money. MDSC says: If you're playing a high stakes game -- whether it's no limit poker, marrying a loose woman sans pre-nup, or running with us -- don't play the game if you can't afford to get burned. And if you got caught, then you sure as hell aren't a pirate. '85. Baby. |
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4 . 03 . 2006 Spotted! D! News Social finally caught up with Craig somewhere around Clark, Fullerton and Raven's. Special thanks to everyone's favorite bartender Shira for the photo. |
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3 . 31 . 2006 It's Pink!
D! Newsflash - CTA style CTA has contest, allows local students to pick color of new L line. Students pick pink over silver and gold. "Pink is a really pretty bright color and when people hear the color pink they probably think it is a girly color," wrote Jeanine Zarate, a student at Graham Elementary School in Chicago. "Today, a lot of people including boys like pink." New line running east-west south of the blue line will be the Pink Line. |
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3 . 29 . 2006 Scoopsville!
D! Newsflash - the Dirty Calypso variety Don't count out a Lord Mike's sighting that will correspond with the Chicago Fire's grand opening in Bridgeview. Sources say plans are being dicussed for a show sometime June 22-25. |
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3 . 27 . 2006 Mormons Get Their Comeuppance
D! News Historical Flashback March 27 - This day in History 1836: the first Mormon temple was dedicated in Kirtland, Ohio. As if we didn't need yet another reason to hate the great state of Ohio. In the meantime we would like to share two more of our favorite historical dates with you: March 24, 1832: Joseph Smith, founder of Mormonism, is tarred by a mob. angelo bridesmaid dresses June 27, 1844: Joseph Smith killed by a mob near Carthage Jail, Illinois. That's right. Reason #213 to love this state. Ohio let him go. We got him. |
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3 . 23 . 2006
D! News Social - The gun totin' ass kickin' edition This week we hear from senior Montana correspondent MDSC Mark. Also known as Carl's brother, Mark keeps us updated with life around MSU Bozeman. Two words come to mind: Keystone Light. Or maybe: totally awesome. This Keystone's for you Mark. |
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3 . 19 . 2006 It's (Primary) Election Time D! Newsflash - Reminding you to do your part as an American citizen This Tuesday, March 21 marks the primaries for the 2006 election. We encourage you to participate in the Greatest Democratic Process Ever by voting. No matter what side you go with, it's important to cast your vote. With everything from the Governor's house to a seat on the Cook County Board up for grabs, it's important to participate. Not sure who to vote for? The MDSC editorial board encourages all members to read and print out local newspaper endorsements as handy cheat sheets for Tuesday voting. Again, make up your own mind, but if you're unsure, check these lists. The local press has spent the past few months and years checking these folks out: Chicago Sun Times Endorsements Chicago Tribune Endorsements Remember: you're allowed to take a "cheat sheet" into the voting box with you. Also remember: voting is a legitimate excuse to skip between 1-2 hours of work. |
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3 . 13 . 2006 American Heroes: A D! News Periodic Series A letter from Matthew was featured in the March 13 edition of his hometown paper. Turns out driving in Mosul is a lot like driving in the Loop. The full letter can be read here. We love you and we're proud of you Matthew. Keep on rockin' like always. |
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3 . 10 . 2006 Ditka Social : A Bleary-eyed Double D! Edition MDSC and a photographically-inclined representative from the Arsonists had their first meeting of the spring somewhere near Damen and Division. Plans for the evening? Some old fashioned good times... and that one drunk girl. |
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3 . 9 . 2006 Bad News Beers
D! News Periodic Update Blueberry beer? That could be the future that awaits us. According to a recent study beer sales are dropping. Hard liquor and wine sales are going up. In an attempt to increase sales major breweries are starting to divert resources from beer production to the development of new, fruit-based alcoholic beverages.
Beer dropped from 55% to 50% of the American alcohol market between 2000 and 2005. Keep drinking boys. We'll have beer back on top by 2006. |
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3 . 7 . 2006 Is it Hippie Season Already?
D! News Community Watch Don't lie to yourself. You knew it would happen sooner or later. The first spring rains seem to have awoken college-aged hippies from their pot-induced mid-winter slumber. Instead of working on term papers, discussing Kierkagard in private circles or not showering, hippie-intellectuals are starting to mess with our American roadways. Some college kids recently produced this video where they block an entire interstate highway with four cars going the speed limit (55 m.p.h.) at the same time. "If 55 miles per hour is way too slow, then why don't they just raise the speed limit?" one student asks. The sad fact: we agree. 55 mph is too slow. No one bothers to drive that slow anymore. Lawmakers should raise the limit to meet the needs of our incredibly fast population. What's worse: having to listen to these kids prove their asinine point. It's like having Saddam Hussein tell you that you have an attractive lady friend. Sure he's probably right, but do you really want some major league asshole on your side? |
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3 . 6 . 2006 This Week in Drunkenness
Sailor saved by his own ass! U.S. drunk falls on a fence Climbs on a scaffolding, looses his balance, runs his gluteus through on the spike of a fence. D! Newsflash from AmeriKäns overseas correspondent Cameron. GAETA, Italy - He risked serious injury by falling from a scaffolding, but ends by “only” piercing through his gluteus. What happened the other night in Gaeta sounds almost incredible. ...and so begins the local news report. Thankfully we have the full story. "Dude, this guy used to be my roommate," Cameron added. "He is awesome." |
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3 . 5 . 2006 The Critics Corner
D! Asks: Do you share a favorite movie with a world leader? A Chicago publication just listed the favorite movies of international celebrities ranging from former president Bill Clinton to America's favorite prisoner Saddam Hussein. We'll provide you with the full article, but here's a few spoilers: Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher loves "Saving Private Ryan." President Bush went with the baseball tearjerker "Field of Dreams." Saddam Hussein says "The Godfather" is his favorite movie. Our advice: check out the article, but don't dwell on the results too much. "The Godfather" is a cinematic masterpiece, so don't feel guilty for enjoying it. After all, you're not a former '90s dictator standing trial for war crimes now are you? |
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3 . 3 . 2006 Doctor A's Alcohol Update
D! News Periodic Update New reports say the kids are inhaling alcohol mixed with pure oxygen at their teenage parties. Suburban news outlets are outraged. From the report: -------- "It's being called the ultimate party toy," Bellock said. "The vapor goes straight through the blood vessels to the brain, rather than going through the stomach and being filtered by the liver." The cylindrical device stands about 6 inches tall, with a slightly more narrow tube protruding from the top. By inhaling vaporized alcohol, makers claim that individuals are not only able to feel the effects quicker but also circumvent such drinking-related nuisances as added calories and hangovers due to the oxygen-rich nature of the cloudy vapor. Bellock and several other state legislators are particularly worried about the dangers these machines pose for minors. "These machines pose concerns about how intoxicated people think they are, and how intoxicated they might actually be," said Richard Yoast, director of the Office of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse for the American Medical Association. -------- Problems with people actually being more intoxicated than they think they are? Here at MDSC we feel this is a new problem that needs to be met with new legislation and more laws. We have never - not once - encountered a drunk person who was not coherent and aware of just how drunk they really were. If only we could eliminate these machines, then people would start making good decisions while intoxicated... |
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2 . 28 . 2006 D! Star Spotlight
D! Ongoing update: Jen likes Vince, Picks Chicago as best city to live Numerous sources, including some highly-regarded Chicago newspapers report that Jennifer Aniston is considering making the move to Chicago. We all know she's talked the talk about moving before. And after spending some months in the city filming "The Break Up," she's certainly no stranger to our city. Is she serious this time? As her relationship with Chicago native Vince Vaughn heats up, so do the rumors. The Chicago Tribune is on record saying Jen really is serious. We say the decision isn't that tough Jen. Chicago is a city rich with culture, fine spirits and hearty goodwill. If it takes you more than a minute to decide, maybe you're not right for the city after all. |
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2 . 1 . 2006 D! Newsflash
Spreading the Word, however slowly The original M.D.S.C. supporters scarf is now hanging between Liverpool, Arsenal, and Celtic scarves at the Globe. Located along Irving Park, the Globe Pub has been supporting Chicago soccer for...well at least for a few years now. Thanks to MDSC Ian for the photo. You may have outgrown us, but we won't outgrow you. |
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12 . 15 . 2005 Spotted!
D! News Social - A Night Out is Better Than a Night In Edition It's an early Christmas of friendship when Abby pops in from out of town. No word on whether or not Carl has fully recovered from the surprise. |
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10 . 30 . 05 D! Newsflash
D! News Breaking Story - The Self-Incriminating Edition Mike Ditka Street Crew, McCarthy Faction release damning evidence regarding the incident that has come to be known as the "Great Flaring of Aught Five." Keep on your toes and remember: The most important fact is he's wanted alive or alive. |
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10. 27 . 05 D! Newsflash
A Very Special D! News Breaking Story Mike Ditka Street Crew would like to congratulate our new World Champions, the Chicago White Sox. We celebrated from Bridgeport to Logan Square and everywhere in between. We like to think we did our part in wishing you well. Now we're doing our part in releasing a massive volume of celebratory fireworks into the city. |
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10 . 21 . 05 Spotted!
D! News Social After a tussle with Soldier Field security, MDSC headed down to the Billy Goat Tavern. Thereabouts Peter decided to go ahead and Lynndie Chicago Tribune sports editor Dan McGrath. It's the latest craze after all. |
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10 . 17 . 05 D! Newsflash
D! News Breaking Story Mike Ditka Street Crew would like to congratulate Ozzie Guillen and the American League champion Chicago White Sox on advancing to the world series. We've got a good feeling about this one... |
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10 . 7 . 05 Spotted!
D! News Social Lord Mike Park does his best rendition of our namesake. That's a deal that never goes bad in our humble opinion. We just wish we knew if there was some way to tell when his Calypsonians were on stage next... |
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9 . 29 . 05 D! Newsflash D! News Breaking Story - The Baby Eating Edition Ditka, babies and humor? It's just not going to work for us. Chicago's third best nightlife magazine, Newcity, just released their annual "Best of Chicago" issue. Go ahead, sit back and chow down on this tasty morsel from a so-called "Chicago" publication: "Best new vice for mike ditka if the smoking ban passes Eating babies While the Ruddy One stuck his foot out for a Thank You For Smoking ordinance, and his name’s atop an out-of-towner destination meat shack, the only way you could satirize the Vigorous Viagran is to catch him at the Swiftian diversion of chowing down on children. Beef cheeks were only a fab fad: now try Mike’s Apple Cheeks." ...And so begins the Great Newcity Boycott of Aught Five. (To be continued in '06) |
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9 . 10 . 05 Spotted!
D! News Social - Border crossing edition Despite the distance (and multiple possible parole violations involved), MDSC made the trip to Uihlein Soccer Park in Milwaukee to drink beer, light fireworks and flares and support the Chicago Fire in their exhibition match against the Milwaukee Wave United. Fire fan "SmokeBombs" Matt sums it up: "Good times... Always nice to share beers with MDSC while throwing down f-bombs at children. Also nice to once again be setting off smoke bombs and throwing flares on the pitch. " We made it in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: "A lighted flare was thrown by fans on the field in the final minutes, an occasional occurrence in Chicago." Big ups. It was great to have the Peters Brothers along for the ride. |
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8 . 14 . 05 Spotted!
D! News Social Andrew gives the new Bridgeview Stadium the ol' once over. Official MDSC stadium approval is pending, but initial reports are good. Thumbs up to Peter for making the dream a reality. Want to see the stadium too? Better check out the Chicago Fire's schedule. |
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