Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Compares Himself to Malcolm X, MLK

Floyd Mayweather, Jr. is arguably the most skilled boxer in the world today, but the idiotic things that come out of his mouth often overshadow his brilliant skills. Questioning — rightfully so — why Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao would pass on a $25-million payday over drug testing, Mayweather compared his efforts to bring stringent blood testing to boxing to the civil rights struggles of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. Mayweather recently said:

It’s sort of the same stance Martin Luther King and Malcolm X made, so we could have freedoms, so everybody could tell the world that we’re equal. The only thing I’m saying is that we are equal. So if you’re not on nothing and I’m not on nothing, then let’s go take the test. That’s all I’m saying.

Wow. Just…wow.

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American Idol’s Kara DioGuardi Poses for Maxim, Says Dumb Crap

American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi — also known as “the useless one” or “the horny cougar” — recently posed for Maxim. There’s no denying that she has a beautiful body, but this video interview shows that her moronic comments are real — she’s just as stupid and annoying in Maxim as she is on Idol!

What Do You Think of the New “We Are the World”?

Check out this video of the new version of “We are the World”. It’s an excellent song that benefits the people of Haiti. If you can buy the song and/or the video, I suggest you do it. It helps out a great cause…and more importantly, it gives you more of a right to rag on this pathetic remake. I loved the original. It was a star-studded single that featured some of the biggest music stars in the world. 25 years later the song has been bastardized by auto-tune and no-talent hacks. Again, it’s a great cause and I think you should buy it, mostly so you can help out the people of Haiti and partially so you can rip it apart.

As an added bonus here’s an old SNL skit featuring Billy Crystal as Prince, with Hulk Hogan and Mr. T as his bodyguards. Some of you might remember that Prince was a no-show at the original U.S.A. for Africa recording of “We Are the World”. The mock song, “I Am Also the World”, cracks me up.


Meet Computer Engineer Barbie!

The votes are in and Barbie fans have selected the doll’s latest career: computer engineer! That’s right, in Winter 2010 you’ll be able to meet Computer Engineer Barbie. Here’s a snippet from Mattel’s press release:

Computer Engineer Barbie, debuting in Winter 2010, inspires a new generation of girls to explore this important high-tech industry, which continues to grow and need future female leaders.

To create an authentic look, Barbie designers worked closely with the Society of Women Engineers and the National Academy of Engineering to develop the wardrobe and accessories for Computer Engineer Barbie. Wearing a binary code patterned tee and equipped with all the latest gadgets including a smart phone, Bluetooth headset, and laptop travel bag, Computer Engineer Barbie is geek chic.

I really want to make a joke about this doll, but I think it’s a great thing (though the pink laptop is a bit much). I like that Mattel is encouraging young girls to explore professions that are dominated by males. Hopefully it will push hobbies that are considered “guy things” too. Bring on Gamer Barbie and Comic-Book Nerd Barbie!!!

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Super Street Fighter IV Animated Video: Chun-Li and Cammy vs. Juri

To promote its upcoming game Super Street Fighter IV, Capcom has released this awesome animated feature that pits SF veterans Chun-Li and Cammy against newcomer Juri. New to the series, Juri is a Korean powerhouse that works as a spy for S.I.N. Her left eye has been replaced with technologically advanced prosthetic that contains a “Feng Shui engine” that boosts her formidable tae kwon do powers.

My Hands: Leona Lewis Plays and Talks Final Fantasy XIII

British songstress Leona Lewis plays and talks Final Fantasy XIII in this video that promotes Square Enix’s recently announced FFXIII contest. The singer of “My Hands” — the international FFXIII single — is best known for winning The X Factor, as well as her singles “Better in Time”, “Footprints in the Sand”, and “Happy”.

I don’t mean to be linguistically racist, but I totally cracked up when my friend from Sony pointed out that Square Enix selected an artist with a name that many Japanese people can’t pronounce. He joked that she’s referred to, “Reona Rewis,” at Square Enix HQ. I felt enormously guilty for laughing at that joke.

Adventures in Sex City Teaches Kids About STDs, Penis-Hands

I swear I’m not making this up — the Middlesex London Health Unit has released a game called Adventures in Sex City that teaches players about STDs. The villain has penis arms (and no, his name is not Edward Penishands). Here’s the scoop from GamePolitics:

Adventures in Sex City will have players assume the role of one of four characters — Captain Condom, Power Pap, Willy the Kid or Wonder Vag — as they take on penis-armed (literally) villain the Sperminator, who is hell-bent on spreading his brand of STD-infected love to everyone in town.

Wow. Uh…happy Valentine’s Day?

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Win Tickets to Two Final Fantasy XIII Events

Square Enix has announced a members-only contest for two Final Fantasy XIII events taking place on March 8, 2010 in San Francisco. Here are the official particulars:

At the Final Fantasy XIII Experience — a fan-focused, daytime event which will take place across two sessions of two hours each — attendees will enjoy the game first hand, browse a gallery of stunning artwork, view trailers and meet the development staff. Some lucky fans will also win fantastic raffle prizes at the event.

A select group of guests will also be invited to the Final Fantasy XIII Launch Party to take place later in the evening. Industry luminaries such as Gas Powered Games’ Chris Taylor (Supreme Commander), Microsoft Game Studios’ Corrinne Yu (Halo), and Final Fantasy XIII director Motomu Toriyama will celebrate the Final Fantasy series and its latest iteration.

I am going to try to break into the launch party. If you win, I’ll see you there or ask you to sneak me in. Also, if you haven’t partied with Chris Taylor…well, you definitely want to…just make sure he stays away from farm animals. Head on over to Square Enix’s members site to enter!