Daily Archives: Tuesday, January 20, 2004

The Harping strategy

Posted on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 by Rex Hammock

The Harping strategy: DM News’ Mickey Alam Khan writes that Harper’s Magazine’s resurgence is due, in part, to its political leanings. Quote: “Because of the anti-Bush sentiment, that’s helping us,” (John R. MacArthur, president and publisher) said. “It’s becoming more … Continue reading →

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Un-Simple Living

Posted on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 by Rex Hammock

Un-Simple Living: Speaking of vaporzines, the publishers of Electronic House Magazine have announced one. They will be launching the magazine TechLiving in May, 2004. Quote from press release: TechLiving will be the authoritative resource for the technology decision-maker in the … Continue reading →

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Coming soon, maybe

Posted on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 by Rex Hammock

Coming soon, maybe: Just noticed that Wired News has an annual Vaporware Awards. Next time I have a long flight, I’ll put together the 2003 Vaporzine Awards. I already know the winner, however. Then, again, this may be just another … Continue reading →

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Brewster bows out

Posted on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 by Rex Hammock

Brewster bows out: As long predicted here on the rexblog, Bertelsmann AG is expected to oust Daniel B. Brewster Jr. as chief executive of its Gruner + Jahr USA Publishing, according to this morning’s Wall Street Journal. Quote: His career … Continue reading →

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Gored

Posted on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 by Rex Hammock

Gored? While the rexblog tends to be apolitical, it’s not because I’m apolitical. It’s because the topic is overblogged by others. However, I can’t help but ask my fellow Tennesseans this morning if Andrew Sullivan is correct in this observation: … Continue reading →

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