Good afternoon everyone! Sandwiched between two great reviews from my boss, Dee Murray, here are some of the week's most interesting stories to get you through the day!

-For those of you looking to get a jump on your holiday purchasing, Microsoft has unveiled two bundle deals for the Xbox 360 Elite! Along with the newly reduced unit price for the console, the bundle includes either LEGO: Indiana Jones, which I loved for its snark (except for the stupid jumping challenges), and the surprise hit 'PURE,' which I have never heard of before this minute. For more video game news, check out Captivate's Gamer's Edge blog!

-As the housing market takes a brighter, smilier turn, green appliances are still all the rage. Check out CNet's report on which ranges to test out, and how to make-over your home!

-In today's weird-but-I-must-comment news, the Natl Parks Service is considering putting limits on the number of mule rides in the Grand Canyon. Have you ever seen these things? Here's a quick visual for all of you height-fearing folks: You climb on the back of big smelly animals, who walk in a straight line along the very edge of a sheer drop-off from which a tumble would kill you twice if it could. These rides are SO dangerous you even have to take a course and sign a release! OK, I've seen them, and I've hiked into the Grand Canyon on my own two feet. Stop being so lazy, tourists, and either do the canyon or don't!! It's not worth risking your life!
Of course, that's not the NPS's take on it: Apparently (along with being stupidly scary) the animals are eroding the canyon trails because they are so heavy and lumbering. Um, I don't need another reason to outlaw them completely!

**And, don't forget: On Friday, I'll post a review on a controversial new drink that has some people up in arms for it's resemblance to marijuana! And, it's legal and you can order it online! Be sure to check back for Dee's special report!