Joe McQuillen, Author at Concrete Playground

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Prison Populations Going Through The Roof

A prison in the sky wins the 2010 Skyscraper Competition.

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Ben and Jerry’s Schweddy Balls

Rumours are circulating that Ben and Jerry's are set to release a new flavour called Schweddy Balls.

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Sonic Youth Sell Their Gear for Charity

The aging band auctions some vintage equipment for charity.

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Pictures of Pictures from the Past in the Present

A sense of pure nostalgia and a chance to look at time passing right before your eyes.

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Parklife 2011 Lineup Announced

Santigold, Gossip, Lykke Li, the Naked and Famous, Digitalism and the Streets all announced as headliners at this year's festival.

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Go the F*ck to Sleep with Samuel L. Jackson

After viral leaks of award-winning author Adam Mansbach's new children's book for parents created huge hype in recent weeks, the book was finally released today.

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Is America Growing Tired of Weiner Jokes?

American politics gets funny.

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Chewing Gum Turned into Miniature Works of Art

A London artist is using chewing gum stuck to the ground as his street art canvas.

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David Lynch Opens Mulholland Drive Inspired Nightclub

A new nightclub designed by David Lynch and inspired by a fictional venue from his film Mulholland Drive is set to open in Paris.

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Artist Designed Hotel Without Staff Opens in Paris

Designed by artist Matali Crasset, Hi-Matic is a self-service hotel completely devoid of staff.

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Students Create Futuristic Two-Wheeled Vehicle

Adelaide University students have created an inventive two wheeled contraption that could solve inner city transport issues.

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