Entertainment

WFNX is dead
Phoenix sells alternative station to Clear Channel, which will shut it down

Boston fans get early glimpse at “Dictator”
With the Virgin Guards on hand to greet everyone

First look at “Anchorman 2″ arrives with “The Dictator”
Ron Burgundy breaks yet another big story, this time on Twitter.

“How I Met Your Mother” — The Magician’s Code season finale review
Some things are just going to piss you off

“Once Upon A Time” — A Land Without Magic season finale review
Fun and sweet, leaving us wanting more next season
Life/Style

Time Magazine’s “Breastgate” causes undue controversy
Have you seen this yet?

Boston-area hairstylist in running for top spot in national beauty competition
Winner will work with “What Not to Wear” hairstylist Nick Arrojo
Video Games

Square Enix reveals Mark of Mastery box set for Kingdom Hearts 3D
Lots of Kingdom Hearts goodies await inside.
Sci/Tech

Class of 2012 grads gadget gift guide
Give that grad one last thrill before the loans come due

Discussing the impact of motorized vehicles in wilderness areas
Destroying what you claim to love
Top stories in this month’s issue
“Once Upon A Time’s” Raphael Sbarge: The Blast Interview
May 13, 2012 by Christopher Peck · Leave a Comment
Raphael Sbarge, who plays Dr. Archie Hopper/Jiminy Cricket on ABC's "Once Upon A Time," recently took the time to answer of my questions. He delved into his character, reflected on the season, and spoke about the show's improbable success in its … [Read More...]

“Parks and Recreation” guest star Mara Marini — The Blast Interview
May 10, 2012 by Christopher Peck · Leave a Comment
Mara Marini may be from Canada originally, but her face and ambition say Hollywood. Even in a phone interview she exudes an infectious sweetness that you'd imagine would have to carry over on the small or big screen. And while she would tell you … [Read More...]

Diablo III: A beginner’s guide
May 10, 2012 by Michael Jamias · 5 Comments
Hell is about to break loose yet again as the action RPG, Diablo 3, brings evil back when it launches May 15. Need the lowdown on this game? We've got veterans and newbies covered -- here's a rundown of what's new, what's still the same, and why … [Read More...]

Top 10 movies that would make terrible video games
May 7, 2012 by Kevin Anglin · 1 Comment
We are no stranger to the concept of making a video game based on a popular movie. Usually these are shoddy attempts to cash in on a film’s popularity and most of the time designers are under a deadline to produce the game while the movie is still … [Read More...]

Ranking the top 10 Avengers
May 3, 2012 by Jason Woods · 1 Comment
With The Avengers opening this week with its epic case of superheroes, we felt it was the right time to break down the best ever. So here, without further delay, is our list of the top 10 Avengers. 10. Wonder Man A risky pick for number 10 on … [Read More...]

Drink more wine: Lessons learned at Wine Riot Boston 2012
April 30, 2012 by Erin Kilmer · Leave a Comment
Are you a would-be oenophile who sticks to beer or vodka tonics in an attempt to avoid the snobbery so often served up with sauvignon? Second Glass is here to bring you around to the bottle. Founded by former Bostonians Morgan First and Tyler … [Read More...]

New York on a Tuesday: inside a taping of The Colbert Report
April 27, 2012 by Morgan Lawrence · Leave a Comment
NEW YORK -- For most people I know, 8:30 on a Tuesday morning is either time to go to class or time for nothing at all; why wake up before noon if you don’t have to? For me, however, once every six months, it means something totally different. … [Read More...]

Bare feet: Finding beauty, truth and virtue in South India
April 26, 2012 by Katy Dycus · 1 Comment
NAGERCOIL, India -- At the southern tip of peninsular India, the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea meet. Rather than facing off at a sharp point, the meeting spot curves around a lush landscape, where slender wooden fishing boats … [Read More...]











