Armed man robs bank on Main Mar 28, 2008
Maxim Magazine dubbed the two the "Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde." Locals dubbed them the "Holiday Bandits.". The pair was arrested in August 2003 in South Africa, where they managed a trendy nightclub under the aliases Andy and Dane Brown. (Durango Herald)
K-Fed says he's on full-time daddy duty Mar 27, 2008
Singer Kevin Federline arrives at the Maxim Magazine party in Miami Beach, Florida Feb. 2, 2007. Federline says he's been on full-time daddy duty since getting custody of his two toddler sons. (Xinhuanet, China)
Talking Points Mar 22, 2008
On the pinhead front, Maxim magazine has insulted actress Sarah Jessica Parker, mocking her physical appearance and calling her, "the unsexiest woman alive.". While the magazine is entitled to its opinion, makingfun of somebody's face or body is stupid. (Fox News)
Sarah hurt by cruel mag poll Mar 19, 2008
Parker, who is one of the most adored actresses, following her stint as the affable Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City has spoken out about the impact the Maxim magazine poll results had on her and her husband, Matthew Broderick. Parker, 43, has had a hard time dealing with the news that men do not find her as attractive as advertisers do, claiming the result of the Maxim poll was "brutal" and also affected her husband, actor Matthew Broderick. (NEWS.com.au)
A Terror Tour of Israel Mar 15, 2008
JERUSALEMThe tourists still haven't come back to Israel, despite the aggressive rebranding campaign ("") and the photo spread in Maxim magazine (""). The country had even gone a year without a single suicide bombing, but our garrulous taxi driver was complaining as he drove us from the Ben-Gurion airport to the Sheraton hotel in Jerusalem. (Slate)
The reigning pop punk queen Mar 15, 2008
Check out Jenny Feniak's In The Crowd. Catching up with Canada's outspoken Avril Lavigne. (Edmonton Sun)
Wiretapping trial has Hollywood on edge Mar 6, 2008
(It could at least get colorful: one ex-worker, Tarita Virtue, posed in lingerie for Maxim magazine as "America's hottest private eye," before admitting to the FBI that she had transcribed hundreds of Pellicano's wiretaps. . (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
SHEENA BARNETT: Magazine's educated guess' not funny to band, music critics Mar 3, 2008
But that's exactly what Maxim Magazine has done. Here's the deal: Usually, record labels send out advance copies of CDs to the media so they can run a review of the album about the time that it's released. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Series finale of The Wire is Cant Miss TV Mar 3, 2008
Recently the Black Crowes got a little miffed because a critic for Maxim magazine gave their new CD, Warpaint, a tepid review. Maxim then had to issue an apology, admitting the critic didnt listen to the whole album because the band hadnt given anyone access to it yet. (MSNBC -- News)
Maxim's fake reviews 'a mistake' Feb 29, 2008
The US edition of Maxim magazine has said it was "a mistake" to give albums star ratings without listening to them. The admission came as a second artist, rap star Nas, claimed the publication had reviewed his latest record before advance copies were made available. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Lachey's girl wants her man to propose Feb 29, 2008
Nick Lachey (L) and Vanessa Minnillo attend MAXIM Magazine kicks off Super Bowl weekend at Grand Opening of Stone Rose at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort on February 1, 2008 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Michael Buckner, Getty Images) Pop star Nick Lachey will have to pluck up courage and propose to his girlfriend Vanessa Minnillo if he wants to spend his life with the TV presenter-turned-actress - because she's too traditional to pop the question. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Manager of The Black Crowes Issues an Open Letter to Maxim Magazine and James Kaminsky: Feb 29, 2008
You no longer need to remember symbols. Simply type in a company name or stock symbol for instant results. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
US magazine 'sorry' for review of a rock album it had not heard Feb 28, 2008
Maxim magazine in the US has apologised for publishing a bad review of the Black Crowes' new album even though the writer had not heard the full CD.. Its March issue gave Warpaint 2. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Maxim faces more criticism Feb 28, 2008
27, 2008 05:39 PM NEW YORK - Facing more criticism over rating albums without listening to them, Maxim magazine maintains it was previewing CDs in its March issue, not reviewing them, and the mistake was to include star ratings. Maxim editorial director James Kaminsky told The Associated Press on Wednesday that the magazine had erred in presenting unreleased albums by the Black Crowes and Nas as reviews and judging them with stars. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Looking for Mr. Good Enough Feb 28, 2008
You typically find him in the pages of Maxim magazine with movie heroes such as Ben Stiller, Jim Carey and Will Ferrell, indulging in grossed-out adolescent "Animal House" humor ... You typically find him in the pages of Maxim magazine with movie heroes such as Ben Stiller, Jim Carey and Will Ferrell, indulging in grossed-out adolescent "Animal House" humor. (Townhall.com)
Councillors who jumped queue return some Elton John tickets Feb 28, 2008
Atlanta rockers Black Crowes are demanding an apology from Maxim magazine over a review of their album Warpaint done by a reviewer who heard one song on the unreleased CD.. The City of Ottawa's bid to host the Portrait Gallery of Canada could get a big boost if a proposed concert hall project fails, freeing up its proposed prime downtown site, says an Ottawa city councillor. (CBC News)
Black Crowes Fly in Face of Maxim Review Feb 27, 2008
Maxim magazine is eating crow over a lukewarm write-up of the ' upcoming album, Warpaint. A review of the album, giving it two-and-a-half stars out of five, was published in the March issue of the magazine despite the fact that the reviewer had not listened to the full album, due out Mar. (E! Online)
'Maxim' sorry for Crowes review Feb 27, 2008
30-day news archives. "Maxim editorial director James Kaminsky responded Tuesday with this statement: "It is Maxim's editorial policy to assign star ratings only to those albums that have been heard in their entirety. (Florida Today)
Maxim apologizes for Black Crowes review Feb 27, 2008
NEW YORK - Maxim magazine has apologized for publishing a negative review of the Black Crowes new album by a writer who hadnt listened to the whole CD.. The review in Maxims March issue gives the Crowes Warpaint a rating of two-and-a-half stars out of five. (MSNBC -- Music)
More celebrity news Feb 27, 2008
Maxim: We're sorry Maxim magazine has apologized for publishing a negative review of the Black Crowes' new album by a writer who hadn't listened to the whole CD. The review in Maxim's March issue gives the Crowes' "Warpaint" a rating of 2 1/2 stars out of 5. The band posted a statement on its website last week saying the Maxim writer hadn't heard the entire album because advance copies weren't available. (Boston Globe)
Black Crowes Management Exposes Fabricated Album Review in Maxim Feb 25, 2008
Case in point: the "review" of Warpaint -- the new album by THE BLACK CROWES -- in the March issue of Maxim magazine. The writer -- who has not heard the album since advance CDs were not made available -- wrote what appears to be a disparaging assessment anyway, citing "it hasn't left Chris Robinson and the gang much room for growth.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Black Crowes lash out at Maxim magazine Feb 23, 2008
The Black Crowes are angry at Maxim magazine ... NEW YORK - The Black Crowes are lashing out at Maxim magazine for reviewing the bands new album apparently without actually hearing it first. (MSNBC -- Music)
J. Press: Ivy tradition, worldwide sensation Feb 23, 2008
com and in Maxim magazine. In January of this year, a J. Press patchwork silk scarf that appeared on the teen drama Gossip Girl became a top-selling item virtually overnight. (Yale Herald, CT)
Lachey wishes happiness for Simpson & Romo Feb 21, 2008
Nick Lachey (L) and Vanessa Minnillo attend MAXIM Magazine kicks off Super Bowl weekend at Grand Opening of Stone Rose at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort on February 1, 2008 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Michael Buckner, Getty Images) Nick Lachey has given his blessing to his ex-wife's new relationship - insisting he hopes Jessica Simpson is very happy with sports star Tony Romo. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Avril Lavigne Sends Mixed Signals Feb 19, 2008
And while she was the focal point of back in January, the Sk8tr Boi singer recently spoke about the baby-on-the-way speculation in an interview with Maxim magazine. When told: Now it seems like all bloggers are saying you re pregnant, Avril replied: Remember in high school when people would start fake rumors about you. (The Gossip Girls)
Tongue-Tied by Lust Feb 16, 2008
"This song is so uplifting and inspiring and 'I m only going higher!' The past is the past and you don t have one moment to look back," the current covergirl on Maxim magazine wrote on her official MySpace page. "You create your life and what happens. I wanted to portray this message and energy in my song and hopefully give people the same feeling.". (Fox News)
Publicist Lonnie Hanover Joins Rick's Cabaret International, Inc. as Consultant Feb 7, 2008
Mr. Hanover has been quoted in such publications as: The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Newsweek, People Magazine, Maxim Magazine and USA Today. He has appeared on behalf of his clients on numerous television networks including CNN, Fox News Channel, The E. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Red carpet at 'Maxim' Feb 4, 2008
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Stars heat up chilly Maxim Super Bowl party Feb 3, 2008
Evan Agostini / APSinger Nick Lachey and girlfriend Vanessa Minnillo attend the Maxim Magazine party at The Fairmont Princess Hotel on Friday in Scottsdale, Ariz. . (MSNBC -- News)
Bodyguard Beauty Killed Defending Porsche Feb 3, 2008
"Nothing in life is accidental," she had told Maxim magazine. "When advertising for BMW, I had to take an advanced driving course. Then I met a person who took me to a firing range and put a gun in my hand. I realized I got a kick out of fast driving and firing a gun, so why not use those skills professionally? A friend gave me the idea to set up a women's bodyguard agency. I took courses, and here I am.". (ABC News)
O'Connell: Break Up the Boston Monopoly Feb 3, 2008
From left, actor Jerry O'Connell, his father Michael O'Connell and his brother Charlie O'Connell attend the Maxim Magazine party in conjunction with the grand opening of the Stone Rose Lounge at The Fairmont Princess Hotel, Friday, Feb.1, 2008 in Scottsdale, Ariz ... "I'm sick of Boston winning so much. It's like a monopoly," the actor told The Associated Press on Saturday as he partied with friends at Maxim magazine's sprawling pre-Super Bowl party. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Jerry O’Connell: Something needs to be done to break up Boston’s sports monopoly Feb 3, 2008
It s like a monopoly, the actor told The Associated Press on Saturday as he partied with friends at Maxim magazine s sprawling pre-Super Bowl party. O Connell, who stars in ABC s comedy Carpoolers, jokingly called for some serious intervention if Boston s teams monopolize all sports championships. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Steak Shapiro takes on Kincade Jan 24, 2008
In my opinion, while predominately a sports station, 790, particularly Mayhem and the new Afternoon Saloon are Maxim Magazine meets sports talk. In other words, they get the fact that sports is big, but there are a lot of other entertaining things worth discussing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Phoenix eager to show off Super Bowl host role Jan 17, 2008
Maxim magazine will contribute to the extravaganza with a Feb. 1 party at the Stone Rose Lounge at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Other hot tickets will be Playboy's Super Saturday Night Party at Rawhide Pavilion and the Penthouse Desire Super Party, at Venue of Scottsdale -- also with Snoop Dogg appearing -- on Feb. 2. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Nightlife entrepreneurs ready first Arizona ventures Jan 16, 2008
Other recent ventures include Sweetwater Saloon and Moonstone Lounge at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego; The Beach House, a modern Mexican restaurant with Chef Richard Sandoval and Rose Bar at ME Cancun; and a partnership with Maxim Magazine to develop Maxim Lounges, the first of which debuted at ME Cancun. Related Industry News. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Barmaid turns royal flirt into 'celebrity-like claim to fame' Jan 3, 2008
Negotiations that began six months ago for a spread with Maxim magazine are "ongoing," said Tahn. But the spinoff he's most excited about are discussions with a "major (Canadian) television network" about a made-for-TV movie on the story of When Prince Harry met Cherie, he said. (Canada.com)
Pregnant singer stuns with new magazine shoot Dec 24, 2007
Heavily pregnant t.A.T.u. star Julia Volkova has stunned Russian fans by posing in nothing but her underwear for a new Maxim magazine shoot. The sultry singer and bandmate Lena Katina posed in their lingerie for the spread, which graces the new issue of Russia's Maxim. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Pop Tarts: Mischa Barton Reveals Her Rear Dec 20, 2007
"I did let (director) Richard Attenborough get a brief behind shot in 'Closing the Ring,'" Barton tells Maxim magazine in its January issue. "I don't mind nudity; I just don't do it often. You do see me topless, but I would never do full nudity. But there are many more reasons to see that movie than whether I'm naked in it. You know, sometimes that's all people talk about ". (Fox News)
VH1's 'The Critics' Choice: Best Movies Of 2007' Takes an Inside Look at the Year's Most Significant Performances In Film Dec 4, 2007
Our moderator Sam Rubin, from KTLA's "Good Day LA," will preside over a four-person panel of BFCA critics that includes Pete Hammond, a film critic for Maxim Magazine as well as awards columnist for the Los Angeles Times, Jeanne Wolf, a widely respected critic and entertainment journalist for Parade Magazine, Carrie Keagan, the naughty critic from NO GOOD TV and the hyper-opinionated entertainment anchor from CW31's "Good Day Sacramento," Mark S. Allen. The critics will debate about the best... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Daredevil Evel Knievel dies after long illness Dec 2, 2007
He recently gave what he said "may be the last interview I ever do" to the December issue of Maxim magazine and battled rap singer Kanye West for infringing his trademark in the "Touch the Sky" video, in which West appears as "Evel Kanyevel" and wears a white jumpsuit like the one Knievel made famous. The two reached a settlement on Tuesday. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Vote for world's worst title Nov 17, 2007
Daddy Drinks Because You Cry was taken from Maxim magazine several years ago. Still funny, but not real and already done. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pop Tarts: Insider: Owen Wilson Was 'Fighting' for Kate Hudson's Love in Suicide Attempt Nov 10, 2007
The ability to laugh helps to reinforce that they are liked and respected, although for many, they are unable to internalize that love others have for them, and they become self-destructive as they feel sad, depressed, unworthy or generally isolated as people always want them to be 'on,' which is impossible for them or anyone else for that matter," she added. Kristen Bell Turns Virtually Violent; Chris Brown Serenades Snappers; Alli Boots Britney Pop Tarts has been popping up at all the parties... (Fox News)
Mencia conquers comedy and now eyes the cinema Nov 6, 2007
Maxim magazine went after him last year, naming him "the 12th worst comedian of all time.". "I've taken my lumps," Mencia says, chuckling. (Orlando Sentinel)
Parker laughs off 'Unsexiest Woman Alive' vote Nov 6, 2007
The Sex and the City star, 42, was named alongside singers Amy Winehouse, Britney Spears and Madonna, and Grey's Anatomy star Sandra Oh in the new poll by Maxim magazine last month. But Parker claims she isn't bothered by the scathing survey. (FOX23.com, OK)
News + Notes Nov 6, 2007
ATLANTIS is getting bigger. The 497-unit Reef tower debuts in December. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Kristy Swanson skates on assault charge Nov 1, 2007
Matt Sayles / AP fileKristy Swanson Lloyd Eisler arrive at the Maxim Magazine ICU X-Games kick-off party. Swanson's assault charge was withdrawn in the Ontario Court of Justice at the request of a prosecutor, according to the Crown attorney's office and Swanson's lawyer. (MSNBC -- News)
Kristy Swanson charges dropped Nov 1, 2007
Kristy Swanson, left, and Lloyd Eisler arrive at the Maxim Magazine ICU X-Games kick-off party in West Hollywood, Calif. in this Aug. 2, 2007, file photo. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Maxim says Sara Parker world's "unsexiest" woman Oct 29, 2007
BEIJING, Oct. 29 (Xinhuanet) -- Maxim magazine in its latest issue revealed its annual list of the world's unsexiest women and "Sex and the City" TV star Sara Jessica Parker is "the least sexy woman in a group of very unsexy women." ... Maxim magazine in its latest issue revealed its annual list of the world's unsexiest women and Parker is "the least sexy woman in a group of very unsexy women." (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (Xinhuanet, China)
Maxim names Sara Jessica Parker Unsexiest Oct 27, 2007
Sarah Jessica Parker has been named the Unsexiest Woman Alive by Maxim magazine ... The folks at Maxim magazine have revealed their list of the worlds unsexiest women, which includes ladies of the big screen, small screen and the concert stage. (MSNBC -- News)
CNET Networks Reports Third Quarter 2007 Financial Results Oct 26, 2007
During his time at Dennis Publishing, Colvin was responsible for the creation and launch of numerous publications, including Maxim magazine, which has grown to be the best selling mens lifestyle magazine in the U.S. and the world. Balance Sheet: On October 16, 2007, CNET Networks, Inc. announced it entered into a $250 million Credit Agreement. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
CNet Sells Webshots for $45 Million Oct 26, 2007
Colvin had previously been CEO of Dennis Publishing, which owns Maxim magazine among other titles. Thursday's sale is the latest financial twist in Webshots' up-and-down existence. (ABC News -- Wire)
$100m drought package to ease woe Oct 25, 2007
Farmer Kim Byron shows Premier John Brumby over his drought-scorched farm near Warracknabeal yesterday. PICTURE: MELISSA POWELLPhoto: Melissa Powell. (The Age)
Nurses close to resolving dispute Oct 25, 2007
Christian CatalanoOctober 25, 2007 - 3:42PM. Latest related coverage. (The Age)
Sarah-Jessica voted unsexiest Oct 25, 2007
Sex & the City star Sarah Jessica Parker has been named the world's unsexiest woman by Maxim magazine. How the hell did this Barbaro-faced broad manage to be the least sexy woman in a group of very unsexy women and still star on a show with 'sex' in the title. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sarah Jessica Parker named world's unsexiest woman Oct 25, 2007
The list, published in the latest edition of Maxim Magazine, named Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker as the No. 1 Unsexiest Woman Alive ... "Combine a Paris Hilton-like pet accessorising fetish only for dirt-poor foreign babies with a mug that looks Euro-sealed to her skull, and you've got Willem Dafoe with hot flashes," Maxim Magazine said ... Maxim Magazine's list of the world's unsexiest women. (Sydney Morning Herald)
pm's plea over rates Oct 25, 2007
PM's plea over rates - FederalElection2007News - FederalElection2007. PM's plea over rates. (The Age)
Maxim Magazine Ranks Tampa No. 6 On Party City List Oct 24, 2007
" That doesn't necessarily mean hanging out at strip bars or drinking until the wee hours, she said. So, what does it mean? "Tailgating for our sports teams," Iorio said, which include the University of South Florida's Bulls, No. 2 football team in the nation until a loss at Rutgers on Thursday dropped them to No. 10 in the BCS rankings. "That's good entertainment before, during and after the games," the mayor said. "We are a community that has a lot of events, and at all of those events, people... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Fall films tripping in race for an Oscar Oct 19, 2007
The studios want to go out earlier and earlier and the films are cannibalizing each other, said Pete Hammond, critic for Maxim magazine. Two festival movies still taking top positions on award watchers lists are British drama Atonement, which revolves around false claims of child abuse, and Joel and Ethan Coens crime thriller, No Country for Old Men. (MSNBC -- News)
Eatery named in suit closes Oct 6, 2007
One of these sandwiches, the "Fat Darrell," was propelled into the national spotlight in 2004 when Maxim magazine named it the No. 1 "Meat Hog" in the nation. The curbside fare was not trademarked, nor was "Are U Hungry," the name of one of the vendors' trucks. (Scranton Times, PA)
Quirky print ads carry quite a punch; settling a baseball bet Oct 1, 2007
New, 'interactive' print ads fight for your attention - USATODAY.com. TOP 10 FRANCHISES FOR 2007. (USA Today -- Money)
Model stars on Friday nights Sep 30, 2007
Abercrombie , Maxim Magazine and others; and shes appeared in music videos for Aerosmith, N SYNC and Maroon Five. Residing in Los Angeles, Smith said shes happy to be back in the Lone Star State to film FNLs episodes in Austin. (Odessa American, TX)
Zag's Frags.. Week 5 Sep 27, 2007
Hell, this months edition of Maxim magazine named the Huskies one of the ten worst teams in America. Plus, its really no longer valid to proclaim Wyoming s defense as the reincarnation of the Steel Curtain, especially when a week after Boise State struggled to score against the Cowboys, the Bobcats of Ohio put up 33 on them. (BroncoCountry.com)
A Glimmer of Optimism? Sep 13, 2007
Lest you had any doubts about the morality of the market, along comes a survey of 2,500 traders from Trader Monthly, kind of like Maxim magazine for bid and offer jockeys with lots of disposable income and big expense accounts, which delved into the felonious intent of traders. It seems that morality, like trading, comes down to probabilities. (SmartMoney)
Vanessa Hudgens' Rep Confirms Nude Photo: 'It Is Unfortunate This Has Become Public' Sep 7, 2007
Parent company Walt Disney, which is known for its wholesome image, had some well-documented issues with Melissa Joan Hart in 1999 when the "Sabrina" star posed for Maxim magazine under the headline "Your Favorite Witch Without a Stitch" and had a bedsheet to cover herself. With that kind of history, "High School Musical" fans are already wondering if Zac Efron's gal has bared too much of herself during this solo number. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Toronto festival to offer Oscar clues Sep 4, 2007
"Toronto is going to be a first place for a lot of the Oscar contenders," said Pete Hammond, a film critic for Maxim magazine and a veteran Oscar handicapper. "It is extremely important in getting the critical support right out there, and somehow getting attention from the 340 other movies that are in the festival.". (Reuters.uk)
