Another group of noobs got rescued off Mt. Hood recently, and we scanned the news looking for what people had to say on the subject. We follow climbing-related news not because we're climbers per se (in fact Seattlest is really nothing of the sort), but to keep tabs on what the rest of the world thinks about "extreme" sports. And sadly we've found that digging up people saying stupid things on the topic of high-altitude climbing is about as easy as shooting some of Dick Cheney's friends in the face. more ›

The announcement on Dec. 29 that San Diego-based Advanced Marketing Services is seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection could have big effects for Seattle's tiny book publishing world. more ›

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LAist has so much fun this week! They go to E3, where they overhear the timeless remark "Man, this is where nerdy girls get laid." Is that a promise? They also give us this week's best CDs and make us realize that LA is the best place to use Zillow. more ›

Another day, another new contributor. Today's the day that Kim Rollins (not pictured) starts rolling with the Seattlest crew and we're happy to have her even if she's iffy on whether she hearts us back. We're sure you'll love her. Here she is, the glamorous Kim Rollins! more ›