We have no official word as to why, but Speaker Pelosi’s Kitty Cam video has been taken down from YouTube.   The message, “this video has been removed due to terms of use violation” appears when you attempt to play the video. This is truly a sad day in American politics.  …

Veisalgia:  The formal name for a hangov­er.  Veisalgia, from the Norwegian word for “uneasiness following debauchery” (kveis) and the Greek word for “pain” (algia) — an appropriate title considering the uncomfortable symptoms Congress plans on experiencing the day after the inauguration. Matter of fact, hangovers are expected to be so …

This post is also appropriate for birthdays, Hanukkah, graduations and Easter.

Stop by the Grooming Lounge for some R&R. Jade Floyd: Grooming Lounge will offer a new treatment in honor of President Obama During the month of January, the Grooming Lounge will offer a new treatment in honor of President Barack Obama: the Oba-Massage, a stimulating cure for the economic hangover. …

National Geographic: On Board Air Force One and On Board Marine One As the nation prepares for the historic inauguration on January 20, 2009, the Presidential Airlift Group (PAG) also prepares for the momentous transition. In a single day, one man will take the reins as U.S. president for the …

According to Jossip, there are 5 very important reasons why it’s okay to skip the inauguration. Our fave: It’s DC – Everyone talking about how great it is that DC bars are staying open until 5AM for Inauguration have clearly never been to DC bars. Otherwise, they’d know that what …

In case you were anxiously anticipating the results from the Weblog Awards, below are the winners for “best blog.” h/t Fishbowl. Best Blog: Andrew Sullivan Best Liberal Blog: Wonkette Best Conservative Blog: Small Dead Animals. [never heard of it] Best Political Coverage: FiveThirtyEight.com [definitely deserving] We’re pleased to report that …

This kid deserves a lollipop [hero] Are we really already talking about this?  [make it stop] The Dan Ronayne Diet [bacon] We doubt there will be anything from Ikea [tough economic times?]

Yesterday, we were the first to bring you Nancy Pelosi’s “Kitty Cam.”  And while we still think it’s the creepiest thing we’ve ever seen, the concept worked.  Proof is in the attention the video has garnered in the past 12 hours. According to the Hill: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) …

Have you ever wondered who was actually responsible for the “Mission Accomplished” banner?  [my bad]

We hope Rick(y!) enjoyed his Belgian beers last night. Check it, we beat Mike Allen’s Playbook — with no RB hat tip

Is YouTube Ruining American Politics?  Speaker Pelosi Releases Strange Video Starring Stray Cats We have no idea what the hell this video is about, but if it’s any indication as to how Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans on spending the next two years, we’re stoked. Who doesn’t love kitty litter? Note:  …

The Washington Post recently launched TastePost, a new food and spirits club for ridiculously good looking area residents who love food, wine, beer and spirits. TastePost connects members right to experts from The Washington Post Food section-giving them recommendations on wine, food pairings, and entertaining. TastePost also provides its members …

FamousDC readers are familiar with Ask Miss A. She was recently on the front page with K Street Kate and Pamela’s Punch. Via our Twitter page she agreed to answer a few questions for a Famous 5 interview. Famous 5 Questions: Ask Miss A 1) How did you get started …

Why The Redskins Will Continue To Poop the Nest [little man’s disease]