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24 Jan 2011 23:07

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Offbeat: What happens when you use a lighter to search under a bed?

  • idea Attempting to find a lost remote control under his bed, a nineteen year-old used a lighter for illumination.
  • backfire He accidentally ignited his mattress, which ultimately set the house on fire and killed the family’s three dogs.
  • lesson When avoidable, don’t use a flame as a light source. Especially when near flammable objects, such as a house. source

16 Nov 2009 21:47

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Culture: Adam Sandler on his deceased “Remote Control” cohort, Ken Ober

  • Ken Ober was one of the sharpest, quickest, sweetest guys I ever met. He was always a great friend and I will miss him very much.
  • Adam Sandler • Speaking of the death of Ken Ober, who he worked closely with for five seasons on early MTV non-music foray “Remote Control.” Ober didn’t gain the fame that his co-stars – which also included Denis Leary and Colin Quinn – bathed in after the show ended its run. But he did build a solid career as a producer after his game-show-hosting career ended. And this, friends, is why we should give “Downtown” Julie Brown and Adam Curry a call. You never know when you’ll miss your chance. • source