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“I Fell Down the Stairs” and other Medical Excuses Used by Bruce Wayne

November 16, 2011

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Patient: Wayne, Bruce DOB: 2/16/1971 Occupation: Industrialist Insurance: Self-pay Emergency Contact: Dick Grayson, XXX-269-9637 Interval History: Patient was seen for his last annual physical approximately one year ago. Since that time he has had numerous visits for acute illnesses or injuries, generally accompanied either by his companion Mr. Grayson or Alfred, a senior member of […]

Why Would Rolex Sign Tiger Woods? Because He’s Not a Hasbeen.

October 26, 2011

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On one hand, we have the world’s most famous recognizable watch brands—casting its lot with a dude many consider a moral reprobate or, worse, a has-been. Has the famously precise Swiss timepiece maker finally sproinged its own gears? What on earth is Rolex thinking? [via Slate] Slate’s take: Some have speculated that Rolex is “buying low,” stealing […]

The Monsieur’s Brief: How America Puts You on a List Targeted for Termination

October 7, 2011

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How America Puts You on a List Targeted for Termination The process involves “going through the National Security Council, then it eventually goes to the president, but the National Security Council does the investigation, they have lawyers, they review, they look at the situation, you have input from the military- Bang! You are targeted for […]

How To Make Hard Decisions. Easily.

September 22, 2011

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We have all been there before– Peaked lapel or notched? Two button or one? Should I ditch the cummerbund? For an experienced shopper- the answers are 1. Peaked (personal preference) 2. Doesn’t matter 3. Definitely Yes. That said, when faced with decisions of greater complexity like “You have $200 should you spend it on a boat […]

The Monsieur’s Brief: Erotic Capital – The Power of Attraction in the Boardroom

September 6, 2011

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A new series of article summaries to help true gentlemen- Monsieurs, get a better handle on things going on globally, culturally and nationally. Consider this a cheat sheet for intellectual conversations. 1. The Power of Erotic Capital In a recent New York Times article, an economics professor explained that if you’re in the bottom of the looks department, […]

The Monsieur’s Brief: What the Hell Happened in London?

August 9, 2011

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A new series of article summaries to help true gentlemen- Monsieurs, get a better handle on things going on globally, culturally and nationally. Consider this a cheat sheet for intellectual conversations. 1. What the Hell happened in London? Britain burns and the question on everyone’s mind is what the hell happened in London? It all […]

The Monsieur’s Brief: What Happens if the US Defaults?

July 20, 2011

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A new series of article summaries to help true gentlemen- Monsieurs, get a better handle on things going on globally, culturally and nationally. Consider this a cheat sheet for intellectual conversations. 1. What Happens if the US Defaults? IF the US defaults, it would destroy the credit system as we know it. The fundamental benchmark […]

The Monsieur’s Fashion & Culture Brief

July 18, 2011

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The Monsieur’s Top 3 Fashion and Culture Stories Men Should Know From Around the Web 1. How to Work the Gingham Check Shirt As gingham season descends, office workers fall into two categories: a) those who know how to work their gingham check shirts with the appropriate tie, and b) utter doofuses who end up […]