Failure Magazine

Interview with Jen Yates of cakewrecks.com

2009-12-01T09:14:00.000-08:00

New at failuremag.com, an interview with Jen Yates, founder of cakewrecks.blogspot.com and author of 'Cake Wrecks: When Professional Cakes Go Hilariously Wrong.'

New Jersey Nets tie NBA record

2009-11-30T06:33:00.000-08:00

Last night the New Jersey Nets lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 106-87 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, tying the NBA record for most consecutive losses to begin a season.

Women Against Fantasy Sports

2009-11-18T09:26:00.000-08:00

If you think fantasy sports is a complete waste of time, you'll probably enjoy this article about Women Against Fantasy Sports dot-com.

Yiying Lu: The Failure Interview

2009-09-29T10:18:00.000-07:00

New: Failure magazine interviews Fail Whale creator Yiying Lu about the origins of Fail Whale, her first solo art exhibit, and her new work with augmented reality. (Above photo by Starry Image Photography.)

Transforming Americas failed mental health system

2009-09-07T19:27:00.001-07:00

Were hearing a lot about reforming the U.S. health care system. What about mental health care?
Healing the Broken Mind

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'Significant' crack discovered in Bay Bridge

2009-09-06T08:13:00.000-07:00

The bridge is likely to remain closed beyond its Tuesday morning scheduled re-opening.

Van Vleck barn demolished in wake of permitting error

2009-09-02T10:19:00.001-07:00

Historic barn made famous in Clint Eastwood movie demolished in wake of permitting error.

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South Carolina: State of Denial

2009-08-27T13:48:00.001-07:00

South Carolina filmmaker Bud Ferillo to highlight state's failures in a new documentary titled State of Denial.

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At one NY hotel, it's the guests offering the spectacular views

2009-08-26T11:18:00.001-07:00

Apparently, beautiful skyline views aren't the only visual attraction at New York's new Standard Hotel.

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Maytag Refrigerator Recall Expanded

2009-08-25T08:53:00.001-07:00

Maytag Refrigerator Recall Expanded

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St. Adolphe Bridge collapsing (close-up #2)

2009-08-24T10:39:00.001-07:00

The St. Adolphe Bridge on Saturday, August 22. Photo courtesy of Tereina Neubauer.

St. Adolphe Bridge collapsing (close-up)

2009-08-24T10:31:00.000-07:00

The St. Adolphe Bridge on Saturday, August 22. Photo courtesy of Tereina Neubauer.

St. Adolphe Bridge on the verge of collapse

2009-08-24T09:58:00.001-07:00

The St. Adolphe Bridge. Photo courtesy of Christian Clavelle, Canadian First-Aid Training Ltd.

Truck's boom snares utility wires (photo #2)

2009-08-23T10:46:00.000-07:00

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Photo by Failure magazine.

See another photo of the truck (from a different angle).

Truck's boom snares utility wires

2009-08-23T10:33:00.000-07:00

This was the scene in Lenox, Massachusetts, on Friday morning when a concrete truck attempted to pass under utility lines without lowering the truck's boom. The boom became entangled in the lines and pulled them down, leaving them tangled and draped across the truck. The utility lines belong to National Grid, Verizon and Time Warner Cable. Miraculously, no one was hurt in the accident. Photo by Failure magazine.

See another photo of the truck from a different angle.

Quirkiest Football Failures

2009-08-07T12:27:00.001-07:00

Today Failure magazine published part two of its Quirkiest Football Failures series, hot on the heels of part one, which appeared earlier this week. Coming next week: The final installment of our three-part series.

'The Teeth May Smile But The Heart Does Not Forget' in the New York Times book review

2009-08-01T18:41:00.000-07:00

This weekend's New York Times book review features a review of The Teeth May Smile But The Heart Does Not Forget, by Andrew Rice. For additional insight into the book, read Failure magazine's interview with Rice.

'Orphan' awful, but reviews enjoyable

2009-07-24T06:47:00.000-07:00

Goodness gracious. The new horror flick 'Orphan' (opens today) is getting some of the most dreadful reviews I can ever remember reading, which makes them a thoroughly entertaining read. My favorite is in the Washington Post, which calls 'Orphan' a "shameful failure." It has also been called "reprehensible" (Boston Globe), "frighteningly awful" (Sacramento Bee), and "genuine trash" (Variety). It is frequently referred to as "a parent's worst nightmare," however, which ought to make kids want to see it.

'Fordlandia' in New York Times book review

2009-07-18T07:54:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow's edition of the New York Times book review features a review of "Fordlandia: The Rise and Fall of Henry Ford's Forgotten Jungle City," by Greg Grandin. For additional insight into Ford's failed jungle city, read Failure magazine's interview with Grandin.

'The Ugly American': Still 'Ugly' After All These Years

2009-07-11T12:08:00.000-07:00

This Sunday's New York Times book review contains an essay by Michael Meyer about the misunderstood book, "The Ugly American." Similarly, Failure magazine explored the legacy of the book way back in 2001, in what was the first part of a three-part series examining failure in literature (with "Pollyanna" and "Uncle Tom's Cabin" featured in parts two and three).

Two new book reviews posted

2009-06-24T07:26:00.001-07:00

Battle of the Band Names, by Bart Bull, and The Final Four of Everything, by Mark Reiter and Richard Sandomir.

Mr. Irrelevant, Ryan Succop, signs with Kansas City Chiefs

2009-06-19T08:51:00.000-07:00

Just in time for Irrelevant Week festivities, Kansas City Chiefs rookie placekicker Ryan Succop has reportedly agreed to a three-year deal with the team. According to The State, the contract is worth a total of $1.2 million, which seems a little high for a player chosen last in the draft.

Mr. Irrelevant 'looking forward to' Irrelevant Week

2009-06-15T11:34:00.000-07:00

Ryan Succop of the Kansas City Chiefs (aka Mr. Irrelevant 2009) tells Failure magazine he is "looking forward to" Irrelevant Week, to be held June 22-26 in Newport Beach, California. Read Failure's brand-new feature on the history of Mr. Irrelevant and Irrelevant Week to find out why.

Sonia Sotomayor's trip-and-fall

2009-06-09T12:46:00.000-07:00

Yesterday Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor fractured an ankle after suffering a trip-and-fall at New York’s LaGuardia Airport while en route to a meeting with U.S. senators. No word yet on whether she will be hiring a New York personal injury lawyer to handle a claim against the city.

Meet Mr. Irrelevant 2009 - Ryan Succop

2009-04-27T12:04:00.001-07:00

This year's Mr. Irrelevant (the last player selected in the NFL draft) is Ryan Succop (pronounced "suck-up"), the South Carolina Gamecocks placekicker who was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs with the 256th and final pick of the 2009 draft. Presumably he can expect to be celebrated (as the ultimate underdog) during Irrelevant Week, at which time he will be presented with The Lowsman Trophy (see photo at right).