ZOMG ALL OUR BUILDINGS ARE BELONG TO THEM:

The latest Big Apple trophy being coveted by oil-rich sovereign wealth funds is the landmark Chrysler Building. Sources say the super-rich Abu Dhabi Investment Council is negotiating an $800 million deal for a 75 percent stake in the Art Deco treasure that has defined the Midtown skyline since 1930.

This follows closely on the heels of the recent purchase by a partnerneship including Dubai-based Meraas Capital of another New York landmark, the General Motors Building:

Boston Properties said its partners in the $2.8 billion purchase of New York’s General Motors Building include Dubai private equity firm Meraas Capital, newswire Bloomberg reported on Tuesday.
The involvement of Meraas Capital reflects the increased interest by oil rich Middle Eastern funds in US property, especially New York real estate, an analyst told the newswire.

Of course, the crown jewel in the Arab Real Estate portfolio is an out-of-the-way single-family-home, on 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. in Washington DC. They bought that shit about 8 years ago. But rumors on the internet say it might be for sale again. Just a matter of who has enough cash to pay the asking price.

Please excuse the pun, but I’ve never quite been able to wrap my head around jack-off machines. Who exactly were these made for? For those too busy to jerk themselves off? Too lazy? Those with fear of touching their own genitals? Personally speaking, I’ve never had a problem doing it manually, or with a partner, but I am apparently part of a predominant, yet shrinking market.

There are certainly Western-devised devices for similar methods of stress relief (I think my ex-roommate starred in one or two of those movies)…However, our Easterly neighbors in Japan present a truly stylish way to jerk-off electronically:

See? From Som’s Engrish Web Site:

“SOM” is our company’s original, high spec machine. You should experience its real satisfaction has never existed. It is possible to use with domestic power supply(100V). For long term use, make materials under the complete manners. If you have any trouble, we will guarantee the maintenance for free. We are sure of the super-satisfaction much more than it’s price

Oh well, so much for propagation of the species. Be sure to “make materials under the complete manners.” SOM comes in men’s, women’s and “PETIT” which we can only assume is built for your pets…

This is Spookey. They are my favorite band of the moment.

Rinpa Eshidan has attained a YouTube celebrity status in the circle of experimental art freaks and mainstreamers alike. They have recently released yet another masterpiece into cyberspace for your viewing pleasure. You will discover a twist of traditional Japaneses art and urban graffiti styles that demonstrate unique creativity unlike anything else. In ‘Room,’ Rinpa Eshidan, a group of renegade artists, transform an ordinary white room into numerous disposable collages. Watch this time-elapsed creation as it unfolds before your eyes. Side note: Rinpa’s 1 Week at the Arts was featured by YouTube back in March and remains a favorite amongst tubers everywhere.

ROOM

Rinpa Eshidan mixes it up and brings their concept of a transparent canvas to the streets. Watch Rinpa Eshidan design on some glass on the corner of some urban setting with Afra and The Incredible Beatbox Band in the background. This crew has yet to disappoint me, and I doubt they ever will.

Like this? check out 1 Week at the Arts

Rinpa Eshidan’s reputation explodes after the release of 1 Week at the Arts. Time elapsed madness inspires, teaches and even frustrates all who watch. An urban twist on traditional Japanese art and music makes this video one of a kind and a must see. Check it out below.