The Phoenix

Where has all the Gonzo gone?
In the first presidential election since the death of Hunter S. Thompson, we finally realize what we've lost BY MIKE MILIARD

News

Head case

Media coverage of a State House sex scandal reveals the pitfalls of reporting on mental illness

Eyes on the (yawn) prize
The biggest story coming from the campaign trail lately seems to be: Which candidate is more lackluster?
Where has all the Gonzo gone?
In the first presidential election since the death of Hunter S. Thompson, we finally realize what we've lost
Street cred
Sports blotter: "This year's Xbox" edition

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Movies

Flying high

Is The Dark Knight the best movie ever?

Brideshead reinterpreted
The 2008 version goes its own way
Une Vieille Maîtresse|The Last Mistress
A novel adapted as softcore S&M porn
Step Brothers
Farting sets the standard of good taste

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Life

On the bright side . . .

Reality check

Rewind
Succe$$
What's on low-information voters' minds?
Big Fat Whale
Me and my tattoos
One Man’s Inky Voyage Toward Meaning

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Music

Photos: Warped Tour 2008

July 23, 2008 at the Comcast Center, Mansfield, MA

Out of Africa
Extra Golden swipe their visas
Boston music news: July 25, 2008
Notes on the Rock for Health benefit at Lily Pad
Rock therapies
Blake Hazard and John Dragonetti work it out