Way to Ruin Hello Kitty...Again

So, we saw this a couple of days ago, but we've been taking some time to ponder our response to these aftermarket Hello Kitty wheels. Since one of us is a big Hello Kitty fan, people are always sending me links to all things HK, along with messages that say things like, "look how cute!" or, "I bet you'd love this!" The fact of the matter is, no, I do not like most of them. Sure enough, I got a similar message today when Kitty Hell posted a photo of the latest item to be butchered: A set of Hello Kitty wheels. More »

Hello Kitty to Discipline Naughty Police

According to a report, Thai policemen deemed guilty of minor infractions are to wear hot pink Hello Kitty armbands as punishment. The cute kitties of Japan will adorn the arms of officers who act aggressively toward the public or leave their cars idling for long periods of time. The police colonel in charge said he chose the symbol for its pinkness and visibility. No word on whether they'll have to patrol in new police cruisers as well. [via The Daily Telegraph] More »

Hell No Kitty

This shit must stop — Hello, Kitty? Fuck that — Joel Johnson don't live at Gawker Media no mo'. Goodbye and never ever ever come back, Kitty. Or we'll kill you. That is all. [Hat tip to the owner of the couch we've slept on — but never — you know, done other stuff on. Also known as Mike Austin. No, not the other stuff — that's the owner of the couch.] More »