The New Mini Takes Internet Radio Quite Seriously

The 2011 Mini “Countryman” Takes Internet Radio Quite Seriously – BMW’s Mini brand is getting a little bigger soon, with the Countryman bringing a taller stance and some AWD to the party, but that won’t be the only exciting addition to the mix. The Countryman will be the first Mini to offer Mini Connected. This one naturally features iPhone/iPod integration, but most interesting is the “web radio function” that will allow internet radio streams (like 2oceansvibe Radio) to be beamed right into the car. [engadget]

The Web Is Dead. Long Live The Internet – Two decades after its birth, the World Wide Web is in decline, as simpler, sleeker services — think apps — are less about the searching and more about the getting. Chris Anderson explains how this new paradigm reflects the inevitable course of capitalism. And Michael Wolff explains why the new breed of media titan is forsaking the Web for more promising (and profitable) pastures. [wired]

ANC Forms Committee To Help Understand Right Vs. Wrong – A proposal for the establishment of an integrity committee has been put forward for discussion at the party’s National General Council, ANC organiser Fikile Mbalula said on Tuesday. The committee would be tasked with looking into ANC members on possible “conflicts of interest” of those who hold office in the State and the party. Because, you know, they wouldn’t be able to work it out themselves. [news24]

Michael Douglas Has Cancer – Wall Street actor, Michael Douglas has been diagnosed with cancer, it was revealed last night. Docs broke the news after finding a lump in the actor’s throat. The Hollywood veteran, 65, is now starting eight weeks of gruelling radiation and chemotherapy. But medics say he is expected to make a full recovery, according to the star’s spokesman. [thesun]

Selebi Challenges Conviction – Convicted corrupt former police national commissioner and general scum Jackie Selebi has filed for leave to appeal against his conviction and sentence. Selebi was found guilty of corruption in July, and sentenced to 15 years in prison earlier this month, after Judge Meyer Joffe found that he had received R166 000 and clothing for his sons from drug dealer Glenn Agliotti. [mail&guardian]

Can Lightning Bring Down A Plane? – Lightning can be scary even when you’re safely tucked away behind brick walls on solid ground, so the idea of a bolt striking an electronics-dependent, fuel-filled plane hurtling through the air can be terrifying. But it happens more often than you think. It’s estimated that lightning strikes each plane in the U.S. commercial fleet about once a year without any serious consequences. [cnn]

Justin Bieber Tweets Rival’s Number – Chaos Ensues – On Saturday, Justin Bieber broke a sacred rule: He tweeted “everyone call me [number] or text” to his 4.5 million followers. The number wasn’t his, though, and the boy it did belong to was inundated with thousands of calls from Bieber’s fans. Bieber deleted his tweet shortly after publishing it, but it was widely retweeted, proving that you really can’t unsay something on Twitter. [mashable]

China’s Hot New Commodity: Fake Virgins – The Washington Post reports today on “re-virginization’s” growing popularity in China with this spit-take inducing lead: “China has long been known as the land of fakes — Rolexes, DVDs, handbags and designer clothes.” Pause. “Add a new one to the list: fake virgins.” Apparently, “hymen restoration” is becoming increasingly common as a pre-marital rite among young Chinese women. Wonderful. [salon]

Marilyn Manson And Evan Rachel Wood Call It A Day – Marilyn Manson and Evan Rachel Wood have finally put an end to their four-year on-again/off-again relationship. The newly-single Manson reportedly blew off some steam Saturday night when he dined at L.A’s STK and partied next door at Boudoir with a group of friends, including a brunette named Twiggy and former Playmate of the Year Colleen Shannon. Of course he did. What a legend. [nydailynews]

CAR Magazine Tests The World’s Biggest Speeding Fine Record Holder – The same model car that was recently used to claim the world’s biggest speeding fine (R6 million), the Mercedes Benz SLS AMG, was recently put through it’s paces by the CAR Magazine team at Killarney. The SLS AMG is more than just a spiritual predecessor to the original 300 SL. It is perhaps the first real attempt at an all-round supercar from Mercedes-Benz. Check it out – breathtaking! [carmag]

Laurence Fishburne Talks To Daughter For First Time Since Porn Film – Montana says Laurence told her she is unwelcome in his life and wants nothing to do with her … at least for now. According to Montana, her dad said, “I’m not going to speak with you ’till you turn your life around.” Laurence was referring to his daughter becoming a porn star. According to Montana, Laurence said, “You used your last name. No one uses their real name in porn.” Hmm. Not true. What about Dirk Diggler? [tmz]

North Korea Shows Off New Tank – North Korea has shown off its new battle tank after the US and South Korea launched the latest round of war games in the region. The drills, which will last for 11 days, prompted the reclusive Communist country to air footage of the Tiger Storm vehicle. Known as the M2002, the tank is thought to be equipped with a laser rangefinder, anti-aircraft machine guns and a modern firing system. PLEASE try run at Kim! You will be bounced, my friend. He has “lazers.” [skynews]

Brandon Flowers Plays First Solo Show – Brandon Flowers hit the stage in Las Vegas on Sunday, Aug. 15, to preview material from his upcoming solo album.The Killers frontman played a sold-out show at his hometown Hilton Hotel’s Shimmer Lounge, a small space with a capacity in the low hundreds, reports Spin.com. Although it was in some respects a low-key beginning to his solo career. Check it out – the link includes a video! [spinner]

Food Focus Goes Ballistic At The Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village – With the 2oceansvibe Radio studio situated in the Cape quarter it would be rude not to tell you about the Food Focus vibe. Anyone in the know is getting in to it. It runs until 30 September and basically you have ALL the quality eateries and specialist outlets strutting their stuff and jumping over each other to provide you with amazing menus and specials that will blow your mind. Check it out – trust me! [foodfocus]

[thanks charlie, david, tauriq]