Newsweek Archives Blog: 2013

Tuesday, 2 April 2013

'Finding Dory' Announced With Ellen DeGeneres

Finding Dory will take place about a year after the first film, and features returning favorites Marlin, Nemo and the Tank Gang, among others. Set in part along the California coastline, the story also welcomes a host of newFinding Dory will take place about a year after the first film, and features returning favorites Marlin, Nemo and the Tank Gang, among others. Set in part along the California coastline, the story also welcomes a host of newThe Finding Nemo sequel will be titled Finding

'Buckwild' star Shain Gandee's autopsy could be soon

In what has to be the worst moment for any parent, Shain's family is left in complete shock by the sudden death of the 'Buckwild' star.Authorities in West Virginia say a star of the MTV reality show "BUCKWILD" and two passengers all died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Twenty-one-year-old Shain Gandee, his uncle and another passenger were found dead Monday. Gandee's 1984 FordA rep for the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office in West Virginia tells us, the bodies of

The Cure, Mumford And Sons To Play Lollapalooza

Queens of the Stone Age made their first live appearance since 2011 on Saturday at Lollapalooza Brazil in Sao Paulo, where they debuted a new song, "My God is the Sun." The dark and heavy new track makes its way into the world a few months ahead ofA man takes a photograph of the crowd waiting for Swedish pop band Miike Snow to perform at Lollapalooza in Chicago's Grant Park on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012. (Photo by Sitthixay Ditthavong/Invision/AP)at Lollapalooza in Chicago's Grant

Monday, 1 April 2013

Cory Monteith of 'Glee' enters rehab for 'substance addiction'

Lea Michele is being a real-life supportive girlfriend as her beau and Glee co-star Cory Monteith shocked many by announcing Sunday night that he was checking into rehab to treat substance addiction issues. Michele also released a statement of her ownAfter a difficult battle with substance abuse, Cory Monteith has officially made the first step to rehabilitation.NEW YORK – "Glee" star Cory Monteith is heading to rehab. In a statement, Monteith's rep confirmed Sunday night that

Friday, 29 March 2013

Monsanto Protection Act Gets Obama's Signature, Sparks GMO Backlash

Sponsorship Link. A national chorus of rage is rising over the "Monsanto Protection Act," a provision of the HR 933 spending bill that was passed by Congress this month and signed into law Tuesday by President Barack Obama. Many voters will beBarack Obama 24 hours after the commander in chief signed into law a financial measure that integrates a provision his detractors have labeled as the “Monsanto Protection Act.” HR 933 continuing resolution, the new bill was primarily targeted

Dorothy Hamill: What she says about her 'Dancing with the Stars' departure

Dorothy Hamill shocked “Dancing with the Stars” fans on Tuesday when she voluntarily dropped out of the competition!We had a shocking end to this Tuesday's Dancing With the Stars results show, and something we haven't seen happen before. With two couples facing eli.Dorothy Hamill shocked “Dancing with the Stars” fans on Tuesday when she voluntarily dropped out of the competition!Thursday night on "Dancing with the Stars," Olympian Dorothy Hamill made a dramatic

"American Idol" ratings drop to all-time low

FEEL THE HEAT: Last week, season 10 alum Casey Abrams returned to American Idol and reminded everyone of his inherent musical talent by performing his own unique take on the Beatles' “I Saw Her Standing There.” In a clear case of cause and effect,Nicki Minaj posts angry tweets in defense of American Idol judges!"American Idol" ratings drop to all-time low. Devin Velez, center, was eliminated on "American Idol," March 28, 2013. / Fox. "American Idol" is

Porsha Williams to Kordell Stewart -- I Raised YOUR Son ... So Pay UP

Kordell apparently promised to work on the relationship with her! " misled her and she found out about the filing in the media," Porsha's rep claims. "Mrs. Stewart hopes to resolve these personal issues privately with the support of her family'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' star wanted more out of life than just being a stay at home wife. A source close to Porsha tells HollywoodLife.com exclusively that when she voiced her concerns to Kordell, the ex NFL

Thousands Of Pilgrims Trek To New Mexico Chapel On Good Friday

Christians around Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania, and around the world marked Good Friday today. That's the day they believe Jesus Christ died on the cross. In Snyder County, members of one church observedBrooklyn — the Borough of Churches — is where Larry Racioppo has been photographing Good Friday processions and pageants since the 1970s.Indonesian Christians carry a bamboo cross during a Good Friday procession to reenact Jesus' path to crucifixion. At the Vatican, Pope

The Best Movie Poster for Harmony Korine's 'Spring Breakers' Yet

It would be hard to miss the media blitz surrounding the release of Spring Breakers — the latest film from director Harmony Korine — which opened last.James Franco went on The Late Show With David Letterman to promote his new film Spring Breakers, directed by Harmony Korine, but what he really wanted to know was why Korine had been banned from the show about 10Video: Dave Letterman tells why Harmony Korine was banned from his show to James Franco. Letterman caught Korine rifling through

Thursday, 28 March 2013

Fifteenth Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement

Are you looking for something a little upscale for Good Friday dinner? Something that's easy but will knock your family's and / or guests' socks off? Try this.ARRL Headquarters will be closed in observance of Good Friday on Friday, March 29. There will be no W1AW bulletin or code practice transmissions that day. ARRL Headquarters will reopen Monday, April 1 at 8 AM EasternGeorge Handzo attends church to observe Good Friday -- the day that marks Jesus' crucifixion -- he

Obama signs 'Monsanto Protection Act' written by Monsanto-sponsored senator

Should Congress approve a proposition included in an agriculture bill up for vote this week, biotech companies like the Monsanto Company could win yet another victory in Washington. The US House of Representatives is expected to weigh in on theAnthony Gucciardi Prison Planet.com. March 28, 2013. It should come as no surprise to many of you to find out that Monsanto actually authored the wording of its own Monsanto Protection Act hidden in the recently passed and signedAn earmark, known as the

Jessica Brown Findlay: 'Downton Abbey' Star Regrets Going Topless

Although it is not so long since Jessica Brown Findlay left Downton Abbey, she is rarely recognised as Lady Sybil, the character she played on the show to such heartbreaking effect. Minus the corsetry, the satin and pearls, and without the backgroundShe earned international acclaim for her role as Lady Sybil Branson in 'Downton Abbey,' but before that, Jessica was a burgeoning, naive star baring it all in her first lead role for the movie 'Albatross.' A decision, she admits,

13 Parodies of the Human Rights Campaign's Red Equal Sign

People around the world are changing their profile picture to show their support for gay marriage. The image in common is a distinct red square with a pink equal sign in the center. So where did the sign come from? The social media campaign is inred_equal_signs_marriage_equality.jpg View full size This image released by the Human Rights Campaign shows a redesign of their logo. A square box with thick pink horizontal lines (the mathematical equal symbol) was offered for sharing this week by

Six Reviewers Consider Tiger Woods PGA Tour 14 A Worthy Sequel

With Tiger playing his best golf in four years, the only thing left to make his comeback complete is a major championship. Can he do it this year? Our panel debates Tiger's chances, plus Tom Watson's Ryder Cup changes, andBack on familiar ground, Casey aims for redemption. Already back on the path to success in European competition, Paul Casey returns to the place where he peaked on the PGA Tour, looking for another big step forward.His 77 wins on the PGA Tour have come at 25

Blocking in NASCAR here to stay

If you see an objectionable comment, click the "report abuse" button below it. We will delete comments containing inappropriate links, obscenities, hate speech, and personal attacks. Flagrant or repeat violators will be banned. See more about commentsI don't know why you guys asked me, I'm just here to bring diversity to the set here. Give the kind of white man's perspective on things from the point guard position." While Anthony scowled and Gumbel looked away,

Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Massive cyberattack: Here's what happened

Here are some highlights. wadeb100 Would you take 2 additional 1st's and 1 2nd pick from a team picking in the top 10 this year's draft for Romo? Jonathan Bales: I might consider that deal if there were a quarterback the team had rated as eliteHere are some highlights. wadeb100 Would you take 2 additional 1st's and 1 2nd pick from a team picking in the top 10 this year's draft for Romo? Jonathan Bales: I might consider that deal if there were a quarterback the team had

Massive cyberattack: Here's what happened

Here are some answers to questions about perhaps the biggest cyberattack ever, which recently targeted Spamhaus, an anti-spam group based in Geneva and London. It ended up slowing down or blocking access to numerous Internet sites. Q: Over whatHere are some answers to questions about perhaps the biggest cyberattack ever, which recently targeted Spamhaus, an anti-spam group based in Geneva and London. It ended up slowing down or blocking access to numerous Internet sites. Q: Over whatWashington,

Massive cyberattack: Here's what happened

Americans everywhere were outraged to discover fifth grade students in Texas were being taught that United States foreign policy decisions helped cause the tragic 9/11 terrorist attacks. TheBlaze reported last week thatHere are some answers to questions about perhaps the biggest cyberattack ever, which recently targeted Spamhaus, an anti-spam group based in Geneva and London. It ended up slowing down or blocking access to numerous Internet sites. Q: Over whatHere comes CC. It could be the

Supreme Court Likely to Strike Down DOMA -- Here's Why

EA has accidentally left the back door to its Battlefield blog open, giving the public access to image files currently being hosted there. Among them are these three Battlefield 4 screenshots, presumably showing action from theVool is a handsome laptop stand that might ease the strain on your back and shoulders.Americans everywhere were outraged to discover fifth grade students in Texas were being taught that United States foreign policy decisions helped cause the tragic 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Here's How To Deal With Our "Too Big To Fail" Banks

We knew it was coming sometime this year, and yesterday we heard murmurs that "sometime" could be today, and at last, it is. T-Mobile has an iPhone 5. Yes, it's the same iPhone 5 that was announced five months ago, butOne of the arguments against same sex marriage goes along the lines of, 'it will lead to the demise of the institution of marriage.' Here's the problem: the institution of marriage began to erode when divorce rates spiked in the 1970s - long

OPM to Senior Execs: Tell Us How You Really Feel

Read Fedline - The Federal Times Blog posting daily updates on federal news, government operations, agency management, federal pay & benefits.OPM through its Data Analysis Group (DAG) provides OPM management, the President, Congress, and many other customers such as, the Government Accountability Office, the Merit Systems Protection Board, the Congressional ResearchOPM is confident it will meet the sequester's required budget cuts through operational and administrative cost reductions,

Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Ratings: HBO's 'Phil Spector' Draws Just 754K Viewers

In the week leading up to tonight's premiere of the HBO original movie Phil Spector, the pre-release publicity has all been orchestrated around quotes from the film's writer-director, David Mamet, claiming that the movie is not aHBO's "Phil Spector" biopic didn't exactly rise to the top of the charts with its Sunday premiere -- but it certainly fared better than Spector himself has recently. The movie, directed by David Mamet and starring Al Pacino as the ill-fated

Florida Gulf Coast University goes from unknown to tournament darling

Florida Gulf Coast University is the most exciting version of the Cinderella story there's ever been. With two thrilling NCAA tournament upsets, and featuring a colorful cast of characters and a series of mind-bending alley-oops,But none have grabbed the public's attention more than Florida Gulf Coast University. The relatively unknown Fort Myers, Fla., school's appearance in the "Sweet 16" is surely a Cinderella moment. But it probably won't bring FGCU a huge

After Yahoo Acquires Summly, Is Buying Math The Next Tech Bubble?

An app created by a UK teenager has been acquired by web giant Yahoo in a deal the BBC understands to be worth "dozens of millions" of pounds. Seventeen-year-old Nick D'Aloisio's Summly app summarises news stories from popular media companies.And despite its elegant delivery, that's a very high price, especially since Summly has been downloaded slightly less than one million times since launch — after a quick start amid much publicity over its founder — with

Ariana Grande Collaborates With Mac Miller On Her First Single

Ariana Grande strikes a pose for the camera before chatting it up in a brand new interview, given exclusively toAriana Grande's new song The Way featuring Mac Miller arrived today! The song is playing on radio stations across the country and it's available for.OMG we are totally loving Ariana Grande's adorable dress that she sported last night to the 2013 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards! Ariana has been so busy lately promoting her upcoming single “The Way.” Ariana was on a

Ratings: HBO's 'Phil Spector' Draws Just 754K Viewers

Rachelle Spector, wife of legendary 'Wall of Sound' producer Phil Spector is releasing a single, "PS I Love You." An EP with five more songs will be available later this Spring. Spector, who is 41 years younger than herWriter-director David Mamet's HBO movie Phil Spector is a curious creature. It makes a big deal out of being a drama that's not meant to represent reality, but it's about a real murder case, all of its major characters are based on real people,

Ratings: HBO's 'Phil Spector' Draws Just 754K Viewers

It's hard to say if the willful exclusion of some of the more damning evidence against Spector is a product of a sympathetic filmmaker or simply in keeping with a story told from Kenney Baden's point of view. But Mamet does at least one thing to createRachelle Spector, the imprisoned producer's wife of seven years who also runs his businesses, critiques David Mamet's movie and looks ahead to her own future "away from the shadows."HBO's "Phil Spector"

Monday, 25 March 2013

La Salle University bitten by Sweet 16 bug

La Salle University students, this week, heard a scathing account of America's counter-insurgency effort in Iraq. Related tags. Iraq Reconstruction, La Salle University, Peter Van Buren, State Department, StudentsBeing an Ambassador in Our Brave New World. Posted on March 25, 2013 by Allison Trimarco, Principal, Creative Capacity, LLC and Affiliated Consultant, The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University's School of BusinessPHILADELPHIA (CBS) — LaSalle University's advance in

'The Voice': How Did Usher And Shakira Do?

Shakira is known for her hip-shaking moves and fierce vocals but when it comes to joining the boy's club of judges on “The Voice,” the international pop star is making it clear that she's not to be messed with.The new season of The Voice finds Shakira and Usher stepping in for Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green. Rolling Stone recently got a chance to see ho.The Voice returns Monday (March 25), and we're not going to lie: even though part of us is going to miss the ongoing

Obama holds Passover Seder at the White House

The Jewish holiday of Passover celebrates the biblical Exodus story of the Israelites' escape from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land. According to tradition, the Israelites were in a rush and had no time to let their bread rise as they fled. ToBronfman said that he wrote his version of the Haggadah, the text that guides the Passover meal while telling the story of the Jews' exodus from Egypt, with children in mind. Illustrated with watercolors by his wife, Jan Aronson,Passover

Teams That Beat Florida Gulf Coast Watch in Awe

Florida Gulf Coast has busted many brackets, but for some risk-takers, that No. 15 seed is the only thing keeping them alive in their NCAA tournament pools. Charley Miller, a Louisville native now living in Brooklyn, N.Y., is one of the few who pickedEven if you picked Georgetown to make this year's Final Four in your office March Madness pool, it's difficult not to be rooting for Florida Gulf Coast University, which became the first No. 15-seed ever to reach the Sweet 16PHILADELPHIA

Marshall Henderson's best quotes and tweets in 2012-13

According to multiple reports, Marshall Henderson of Ole Miss flipped off the Kansas City crowd after losing to LaSalle in the NCAA Tournament Sunday night. RockChalkBlog reported on Twitter that Henderson fired twoYou may not know it yet, but Marshall Henderson of Ole Miss is the most entertaining player in college basketball. Here's everything you need to know about him.Of course you're rooting for Ole Miss to make a run to the Final Four, but there's some real upside to the

The new EA Sports Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 14 commercial includes Arnold ...

March 24 (Infostrada Sports) - Scores from the U.S. PGA Tour Arnold Palmer Invitational at the par-72 course on Sunday in Orlando, Florida holes played rounds -12 Tiger Woods (U.S.) 2 69 70 66 -9 Keegan Bradley (U.S.) 4 74 69 66 Ken Duke (U.S.) 4 70 68Woods tied a PGA Tour record Monday by winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational for the eighth time, and this one had some extra significance. It returned him to the top of the world ranking for the first time since the final week of October 2010,

Sunday, 24 March 2013

There's a Florida Gulf Coast University 'Dunk City' rap now

The No.15 seed Florida Gulf Coast University upended second-seeded Georgetown, 78-68, for its first N.C.A.A. tournament win. Florida Gulf Coast is now the only undefeated men's basketball team in N.C.A.A. tournamentFlorida Gulf Coast, a university based in Fort Myers that opened in 1997 and completed its transition to Division I only two years ago, ensured that its first trip to the N.C.A.A. tournament was a memorable one. The Eagles did not simply defeat the Hoyas.PHILADELPHIA — Before

There's a Florida Gulf Coast University 'Dunk City' rap now

Tournament darling Florida Gulf Coast University is in a tight one thus far against San Diego State with the score tied at 19 apiece midway through the first half. Marshall Henderson and Ole Miss will take on La Salle for a spot in the Sweet 16 againstPHILADELPHIA -- FGCU has a beef with CBS. The name of the school is Florida Gulf Coast University.Tournament darling Florida Gulf Coast University is in a tight one thus far against San Diego State with the score tied at 19 apiece midway through

Aaron Craft's last-second 3-pointer helps Ohio State avoid an upset in chaotic ...

DAYTON, Ohio -- What was Aaron Craft doing? As the clock counted toward triple zero, the Ohio State point guard stood there dribbling. He had just missed a potential game-winning jump shot and hadn't hit a 3-pointer since the semifinals of the Big TenBut if you just follow the stats, then you're missing out on the greatness of Ohio State point guard Aaron Craft. The junior is the best point guard in the nation, an elite defender who could push the Buckeyes to a national title. But,

Bracket Briefing: Can Marshall Henderson, Ole Miss win West Regional?

He is the story, always, and he is the story again on Sunday against La Salle, because he is Marshall Henderson, and in this era of loud noises you must have an opinion of him to reveal what kind of sports fan you are. "He's a lot of different thingsWe didn't plan on writing another post about Marshall Henderson, but when the biggest star of the NCAA tournament gets into a Twitter war with a fake account he thought belonged to a rival Kentucky player, things change. The account

There's a Florida Gulf Coast University 'Dunk City' rap now

Florida Gulf Coast University, which already owns a win over ACC champion Miami, is giving two-seed Georgetown a challenge early in the second half. This alley-oop helped extend the lead to seven points. Florida GulfPHILADELPHIA -- FGCU has a beef with CBS. The name of the school is Florida Gulf Coast University.Florida Gulf Coast University, which already owns a win over ACC champion Miami, is giving two-seed Georgetown a challenge early in the second half. This alley-oop helped extend the

Saturday, 23 March 2013

Ten Things You Might Not Know About Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast, a university based in Fort Myers that opened in 1997 and completed its transition to Division I only two years ago, ensured that its first trip to the N.C.A.A. tournament was a memorable one. The Eagles did not simply defeat the Hoyas.The No.15 seed Florida Gulf Coast University upended second-seeded Georgetown, 78-68, for its first N.C.A.A. tournament win. Florida Gulf Coast is now the only undefeated men's basketball team in N.C.A.A. tournamentFor those who don't

Movie Review: Olympus Has Fallen is the must-see action film of 2013

As the first of two movies this year portraying a terrorist takeover of the White House, "Olympus Has Fallen" (opening today) has often been mentioned in the same breath as its upcoming summer counterpart, "White House Down." For movie critics, howeverbelongs to “Olympus Has Fallen,” which is not, strictly speaking, part of the franchise at all. It is more a “school of Die Hard” production, in which a weary and battered law enforcement professional, severely

Ten Things You Might Not Know About Florida Gulf Coast University

For those who don't know FCGU, and that was probably plenty of people as of Friday afternoon, Florida Gulf Coast is a state university in Fort Myers with an enrollment of about 12,000 students. This is FGCU's first tournament and Georgetown's 29thFlorida Gulf Coast stunned Georgetown on Friday in the NCAA tournament, becoming just the seventh No. 15 seed to defeat a No. 2 since the field expanded in 1985. Here are 10 things you might not know about the FortOn Friday Florida Gulf

Cyclones blow by Gonzaga in first round

Harvard, meanwhile, captured its first-ever win in the tournament, a victory that slid the Crimson into the darling role once occupied by Gonzaga and others. Harvard, its team, its athletic department and its campus filled with future rulers of theFor some reason, the Gonzaga Bulldogs were allowed back in the building Friday. They practiced and participated in interviews at EnergySolutions Arena like any other team that's still competing in the NCAA Tournament,It wasn't pretty but the

March Madness Bracket: Updated Infographic Tracks All 2013 NCAA ...

2013 March Madness bracket, Arizona vs. Harvard: Wildcats destroy Crimson, 74-51. By Jon Benne on Mar 23 2013, 8:22p  @LordBenne +. Stay connected with SB Nation Follow @sbnation. Streeter Lecka. Arizona blew away Harvard and will be facingArizona blew away Harvard and will be facing either Ohio State or Iowa State in the Sweet 16.2013 March Madness bracket, Ohio State vs. Iona: Buckeyes cruise past Gaels. By Connor Moylan on Mar 22 2013, 9:36p  @connormoylan +. Stay connected with SB

Movie Review: Olympus Has Fallen is the must-see action film of 2013

"While Olympus Has Fallen breaks no major new ground in the political thriller genre, Fuqua has directed a sharp, very taut adventure that keeps you engrossed from start to finish." Bill Zwecker, Chicago Sun-Times. "Perhaps every generation gets theAaron Eckhart has played authors and chefs, police officers and geologists, but in “Olympus Has Fallen,” the versatile actor tackles the highest office in the land: the President of the United States. In the action thriller

Friday, 22 March 2013

Nic Cage plays caveman in 'The Croods,' says he hates new technology

But March and April are the awkward months, standing between the junk and the dog day fare. And the "magical" comedy The Incredible World of Burt Wonderstone and the 3-D animated adventure The Croods are good examples of what Hollywood gives usBut the inventive and entertaining “The Croods,” from DreamWorks Animation, finds a fresh perspective on this Stone Age tale. Eep's world appears nothing like “The Flintstones,” where every modern convenience is available in a

NCAA Tournament: Indiana scores early, often to rout James Madison

Mar 22, 2013; Austin, TX, USA; Miami Hurricanes guard Shane Larkin (0) drives against Pacific Tigers guard Sama Taku (3) during the first half of the second round of the 2013 NCAA tournament at the Frank Erwin Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-USARasheed Sulaimon #14 of the Duke Blue Devils with the ball against the Albany Great Danes in the second half during the second round of the 2013 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament on March 22, 2013 at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia,

Maybe Drake Should Date Amanda Bynes! 5 Reasons Why They'd Be the ...

Amanda Bynes' wild behavior continues! On Mar. 21, she shamelessly sent out a truly vulgar tweet to the Canadian rapper. Read on to see what she said! Amanda Bynes does crazier things each day. Yesterday, Mar. 21, sheWe're just waiting for someone to send us a YouTube video on "Stuff Amanda Bynes tweets." The 26-year-old stirred the social media pot once again on Thursday night when she sent out what we're guessing was supposedAmanda Bynes' wild behavior continues!

Butler: 'Olympus Has Fallen' is really a tale of 'redemption'

If you're going to make a movie where the White House is destroyed and the fate of the American government hangs in the balance, it at least ought to be fun to watch. That may sound sacrilegious—I'm pretty sure even the TeaGerard Butler, Samuel L. Jackson and Aaron Eckhart star in the action flick "Olympus Has Fallen." Butler plays a secret service agent who must save the president (Eckhart) and the White House from a terrorist invasion. It's rated "R" and

Color Splash Fun Dash to raise money for Strong Kids Campaign

Actress Nicole Eggert has been battling a crippling fear of heights during her stint on the diving show “Splash!,” insisting it's a struggle just to climb the steps to the board. The former “Baywatch” star hoped the reality series would help herThe numbers were big enough to make Splash the top unscripted series debut on broadcast TV since Fox's The X Factor first premiered in 2011. It also doubles the rating of Fox's quickie version of the same concept (Stars in Danger:

Color Splash Fun Dash to raise money for Strong Kids Campaign

The premiere of celebrity diving show Splash gave ABC a ratings springboard on Tuesday night. The network's "Diving With the Stars" delivered 8.8 million viewers and a healthy 2.6 rating among adults 18-49. Splash came inThe Color Splash Fun Dash, a 5K noncompetitive race, will be held June 2 to raise money for the Strong Kids Campaign. Runners are encouraged to wear white and will be “splashed” with colors along the course. The Strong Kids Campaign is a nonprofitHOUSTON –

Thursday, 21 March 2013

Top-seeded Gonzaga survives upset bid by pesky Southern

What do national college basketball analysts think of Gonzaga's chances in the NCAA tournament? Here's a sampling from some of the major outlets. Jay Bilas, ESPN: The famed ESPN analyst breaks the mold by pickingearly session, although a last-minute comeback from No. 3-seed Marquette over No. 14 Davidson is sure steal all the headlines. Now, No. 12-seeded Oregon has knocked off No. 5 Oklahoma State, and top-seeded Gonzaga nearly lost to Southern.Down the stretch, Gonzaga coach Mark

Las Vegas and March Madness: A match made in gamblers' heaven

Any game shown on CBS is available to stream at work, but the games on TBS, TNT or truTV will require authentication from your cable company to be viewed online.Any game shown on CBS is available to stream at work, but the games on TBS, TNT or truTV will require authentication from your cable company to be viewed online.Who wins basketball games is an immutable fact. No one owns that information, so why should some random sports sites get the windfall of traffic as millions o..The easiest way

Miami Heat's winning streak sparks sales rush

Every NBA player flops. Every NBA team flops. It's an unfortunate byproduct of human officiating and no in-game consequences. To the NBA's credit, they.The NBA team's 24 consecutive wins are helping Fox-owned regional network Sun Sports reach new records, while the team's merchandise sales are also up 30 percent.(Photo: @PDCavsInsider). The Miami Heat's winning streak has hit a wet spot? The Cleveland Cavaliers' Quicken Loans Arena sported a roof leak before

No Powerball winner? Lottery jackpot could rise

If the winner of this jackpot takes the lump sum, it will be worth more than $198 million.Three ticket holders in the multi-state lottery matched 5 numbers, winning $1 million each. Those tickets were purchased in Florida, Kentucky and Ohio. According to the Michigan lottery, more than 46,000 players in Michigan matched differentPowerball tickets are sold in 44 states, including Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, and numbers are drawn every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Eastern Time. The

Live Analysis of the First Full Day of the NCAA Tournament

That money comes from the NCAA's basketball fund, a component of its annual conference distributions. The basketball fund rewards conferences for tournament success, and the payouts can be huge. Last year the Big East received over $27 million justLouisville is the nominal favorite to win the tournament despite its tough draw, according to the FiveThirtyEight forecast. Still, it has only a 23 percent chance of doing so, just ahead of Indiana at 20 percent.March Madness is here, so

How TJ Lane Snuck 'Killer' T-Shirt Into Court

There is a point of no return where you can't repair something or you can't fix it and if it were a lame horse you most likely would shoot it. Some people cannot find it within themselves to be humble, to admit they are wrong orCLEVELAND -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine gives his thoughts on TJ Lane's "Killler" shirt and lewd comment at his sentencing and the threats made against the Steubenville rape victim. DeWine was asked about the threats made against

Wednesday, 20 March 2013

"Obama, Come Here To Hebron"

SAN FRANCISCO -- In seven short years, Twitter, the microblogging site that limits messages to 140 characters, has left its mark on the world in a big way. From presidential death threats, to spontaneous social uprisings, to salacious celebrity selfSNY Nets took some time to speak with the most popular Nets fan, Mr. Whammy. He talks about his love for the team and his 16-year journey with them, from New Jersey to Brooklyn.We've been reviewing the response this past weekend to our decision

"Obama, Come Here To Hebron"

SAN FRANCISCO -- In seven short years, Twitter, the microblogging site that limits messages to 140 characters, has left its mark on the world in a big way. From presidential death threats, to spontaneous social uprisings, to salacious celebrity selfJust when we thought the Wish You Were Here pop/punk rocker was quitting on us for good, here she comes with more new material! Ch-ch-check out a short preview of Here's to Never Growing Up (above)! We admit, it leaves a bit to be desired —

"Obama, Come Here To Hebron"

Spring is here, Skagit daffs bloom, while snow geese linger. Posted by Brian J. Cantwell. Snow geese turn golden in the setting sun over Fir Island, Skagit County. (photo by Yoshiki Nakamura). News flash: Spring officially arrived, in squishingSAN FRANCISCO -- In seven short years, Twitter, the microblogging site that limits messages to 140 characters, has left its mark on the world in a big way. From presidential death threats, to spontaneous social uprisings, to salacious celebrity selfAvril

"Obama, Come Here To Hebron"

The James Beard Foundation has announced the final nominees for the 2013 James Beard Awards at an event in Charleston (the semifinalists were announced back in February). The Book,Here are a few data points: A PIII/733MHz system can encode one video stream using the MPEG-4 codec using 480x480 capture resolution. This does not allow for live TV watching, but does allow for encoding video and thenDuring his first six NBA seasons, Deron Williams looked forward to games in North Texas, where he

"Obama, Come Here To Hebron"

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"Obama, Come Here To Hebron"

Lessons from a 12-year-old boy who took in the world by his own measure.The celebrity hackers who have been posting the financial information of a number of celebrities have decided to call it quits this according to a…I know that you are here for committing a crime, so lets you and me do some time. I've got some things I'd like The thoughts you will have, the things you will feel, I will be here for your every meal. You will feel some sadnessSetting 90-Day Goals Changed My Life:

Tuesday, 19 March 2013

US oil production is booming. Here's the catch.

Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello said today he is stepping down at the end of the month, ending a difficult six-year reign that has seen the company's stock fall more than 60 percent in that time.The Employee Benefits Research Institute (EBRI) has today released its report highlighting the intense state of insecurity American workers are experiencing as they look forward—with ever increasing trepidation—to a retirement without sufficientMavericks beat writer Eddie Sefko answered

US oil production is booming. Here's the catch.

Of course, the gas might not exist at all, or it might take a decade before it actually starts seeing revenues, so there's risk here. But the point is that in Cyprus, uniquely, kicking the can down the road actually makes sense: if youHere we could think about President Obama's being schooled in Aquinas and Augustine or, even better, Alexander the Great's studying under Aristotle. This training was not simply a degree requirement at Officer CandidateOf course, the gas might not

US oil production is booming. Here's the catch.

I know that you are here for committing a crime, so lets you and me do some time. I've got some things I'd like to say, I will see you change from day to day. The thoughts you will have, the things you will feel, I will be here for your every meal. YouFORTUNE -- A company announces plans to kill a once-popular product. Executives lay the blame on slumping sales and changing priorities. Such decisions are a routine part of doing business. They also require ample forethought to avoid

US oil production is booming. Here's the catch.

Yes, we know how you can find truTV on your remote. It's not that hard. Just read how to do it here.Mavericks beat writer Eddie Sefko answered questions in a chat Tuesday. Here are some highlights. Steve If I'm buying my kid a Mavericks jersey to wear for two more seasons, what player's number do I buy thinking he'll actually be here? Eddie SefkoMarch 19, 2013 09:01 PM CDT March 19, 2013 09:01 PM CDT In season: Spring not quite here yet. In season: Spring not quite here

US oil production is booming. Here's the catch.

I know that you are here for committing a crime, so lets you and me do some time. I've got some things I'd like to say, I will see you change from day to day. The thoughts you will have, the things you will feel, I will be here for your every meal. YouMany of you know about Combat Correspondents (photojournalists) in the U.S. military and the great work that they do. However, perhaps you haven't seen some of the most recent photos from correspondents embedded withI know that you

US oil production is booming. Here's the catch.

Yes, we know how you can find truTV on your remote. It's not that hard. Just read how to do it here.Lessons from a 12-year-old boy who took in the world by his own measure.As big-time bands go, Wavves started out a little undercooked: just a guy named Nathan Williams who made sloppy four-track garage-pop anthems with cheap equipment. Big-time hype followed quickly — a little too quickly for any new band's own goodAs big-time bands go, Wavves started out a little undercooked: just a

Monday, 18 March 2013

Steve Forbes: Here's Why Cyprus Could Be A Disaster For All Of Us!

On top of this, we, here in the US PAY 460 Million dollars a year so this organization can tell companies like Google and Microsoft how NOT to pay their taxes! So let's be very generous and assume our companies only cheat us out of 500 Billion dollarsLessons from a 12-year-old boy who took in the world by his own measure.I know that you are here for committing a crime, so lets you and me do some time. I've got some things I'd like to say, I will see you change from day to day.

Steve Forbes: Here's Why Cyprus Could Be A Disaster For All Of Us!

Best Buy CEO Hubert Joly raised a lot of eyebrows when he killed the company's "Results Only Work Environment" (ROWE), which allowed employees to work from anywhere, as long as they got the job done. "Bottom line, it'sI just read a review of the latest extended preview trailer released for season three's "Game of Thrones" by HBO, and in it, the writer warned fans that they might want to skip the trailer, "since it's pretty spoilery." While

Clay Matthews is latest victim of double-broken-leg online hoax

Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews and his mane of hair will join CBS as a pregame analyst for the Super Bowl.MILWAUKEE - Packers linebacker Clay Matthews is the victim of an Internet hoax. An online report started it all, saying: "A spokesperson for the Wisconsin highway safety authority (HSA) has confirmed that Clay Matthews hasPackers linebacker Clay Matthews has one year left on his rookie contract, and it seems rather hard to believe Green Bay would free agency approach before

Roast Corned Beef With Cabbage, Onions & Carrots

Roast Corned Beef With Cabbage, Onions & Carrots. Serves 8 to 10. Rather than the traditional boil, in this recipe you roast the corned beef for a more concentrated flavor, then coat it with a glaze made of mustard and the spices that come with the roast.Now, I have to admit that although I am at least one quarter Irish, I am not a fan of corned beef and cabbage. Nevertheless, I am going to link to a few recipes for this dish and for those who are interested, take the time to lookDavid

Balto. Co. police captain cited at St. Patrick's sobriety checkpoint

St. Patrick's Day festivities at the University of Dayton in Ohio Saturday night evolved into a full-scale, out-of-control riot involving more than 1000 people, the Dayton Daily News reports. Police from 10 jurisdictions were forcedGoogle is wishing users a happy St. Patrick's Day today with a cute animated Google Doodle featuring a group of six Irish step dancers (five girls and a boy) all dressed in green, with each bearing one of the letters making upSt. Patrick's Day falls on

'Bates Motel' review: Putting the why in 'Psycho'

Another TV drama premiering tonight, A&E's Bates Motel, is primarily a character study as well — but this time we already know the character. He's Norman Bates, the creepy killer from Psycho with a fixation on his late mother. Well, Bates Motel is aPoor Norman Bates (Freddie Highmore). He's a teenager being forced to move to a new coastal town under the watch of his imperious, entrancing mother, Norma (Vera Farmiga). Oh, and they're buying a motel.Bates Motel isnt

Sunday, 17 March 2013

A&M men left off NIT bracket, miss postseason again

click to enlarge For the teams who failed to qualify for the 2013 NCAA Tournament, there is still a chance you can continue to play a few more games thi.The National Invitational Tournament has announced this year's 32-team field, one that sadly but not surprisingly does not include Boston College. Eagles fans are left to wonder what could have been with a few more wins inThe 2013 NIT Tournament field has been announced, as told to the masses during a selection shown live nationally on

Benjamin Hudon-Barbeau, another inmate, is arrested, along with two other ...

Rome (CNN) -- Thousands of Catholics waving flags from around the world packed St. Peter's Square on Sunday to hear Pope Francis deliver his inaugural Angelus. The new pontiff gave his Angelus, or noon blessing, from the papal apartment window,(CNN) -- This much we know for sure: There will be a new champion in men's college basketball. A year after an impressive freshman class led Kentucky to its eighth national title, the Wildcats failed to make the 68-team NCAA tournament field

Nick Diaz Taxes: UFC Fighter Said He Doesn't Pay Taxes After Latest Loss

It's been nearly two-and-a-half years since the Octagon first set down in Boston for UFC 118: Edgar vs. Penn 2, but UFC president Dana White on Saturday night said the promotion is on a return course for 2013. “We'll be going back to Boston again thisAll right, gang, we've been waiting far too long for this headlining fight to actually happen, so no need to waste any more time. Let's get right into itCheck out UFC 158 play-by-play for all the UFC 158 live blogs for

CERN Now Certain It Has Discovered The Higgs Boson

Physicists at CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, said Thursday that the new particle discovered with enormous fanfare last summer definitely looks like a Higgs boson, the particle famously predicted by Peter Higgs and others to imbueEight months after announcing the discovery of a new particle "consistant with Higgs boson," scientists have announced that the particle is "looking more and more like a Higgs boson." In the monthsThe elusive particle, called a

Tamar Braxton Pregnant: Singer Announces Pregnancy On 'Good Morning ...

Reality star Tamar Braxton is ready to add "mother" to her profile. The star of WE's Braxton Family Values announced on Good Morning America Wednesday that she and hubby Vince Herbert are expecting their first child. Braxton told the GMA crew that sheTamar Braxton is pregnant! The reality star announced today that she's expecting her first child.Singer Tamar Braxton, one of the stars of the WE tv hit series Braxton Family Values and the spinoff Tamar & Vince, announced

Selection Sunday is finally here

On Selection Sunday, Marquette University is appealing to a higher power for 2013 NCAA tournament seeding assistance through photoshop and social media. Madness Mania! Keep up (quick) on the 2013 NCAA tournament. From the Marquette Digest, theSelection Sunday celebration GIFs: West Region. By Bill Hanstock on Mar 17 2013, 6:53p  @sundownmotel +. Stay connected with SB Nation Follow @sbnation. Gonzaga-style fist pump. Hey dummies, celebrate. No, celebrate BETTER.  Share onEmpty brackets

Saturday, 16 March 2013

Tamar Braxton pregnant with her first child

Tamar Braxton, who has a history of ratchet commentary, joined Jane Velez-Mitchell on "Anderson Live" where she added her two cents about Nicki Minaj being tardy for a taping of "American Idol". "I don't know, all I know is ifTamar Braxton, who has a history of ratchet commentary, joined Jane Velez-Mitchell on "Anderson Live" where she added her two cents about Nicki Minaj being tardy for a taping of "American Idol". "I don't know, all

Pope John Paul II Catholic @ Cottage Hill Christian - Baseball

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) – It is rare that a pope steps down; usually they are mourning the death of one pope as they await the election of the next. This time, a very different situation. As Pope Francis stepped up on the balcony, he was met withMany recall John Paul II for his visits to Cuba, Angola and other spots where no pope had set foot. Yet he was much more than a world traveler. Jonathan Kwitny, in "Man of the Century," wrote that his most powerful role was as the leader

Tamar Braxton: 'I'm in my last trimester'

How amazing! The youngest Braxton sister announced yesterday, Mar. 13, that she had a 'love on top,' before confirming that she's pregnant! In fact, Tamar revealed that she's well on her way to becoming a mother.Tamar Braxton's album has been delayed, but for good reason. The “Braxton Family Values” reality star has announced that she is pregnant and expecting her first child. The 35-year-old singer was joined by her sisters andTamar Braxton's album has been

NFL player among 2 injured in Florida air balloon crash

The Cleveland Browns might not be finished throwing money at their young defense. Free-agent tracker. Where will Brent Grimes wind up? Follow him and all the other NFL players on the move in our free-agent tracker. More FOXSports.com's Alex MarvezSaturday proved to be busy in the NFL, as the New England Patriots and New York Giants made a flurry of roster moves.The first two days of the NFL free agency period are in the books and while teams were happy to welcome their new additions,

Reports Rapper Lil Wayne Near Death Spark Twitter Frenzy

So scary. Lil Wayne is in the ICU ward in critical condition on Mar. 15 after suffering more seizures. He's reportedly being read his last rites.Lil Wayne is in ICU in critical condition after suffering yet another seizure, and we're told it doesn't look good TMZ has learned.A person close to the superstar's camp who asked for anonymity because of the sensitivity of the matter confirmed to The Associated Press that Lil Wayne had a seizure. He has a history of seizures in

Friday, 15 March 2013

Rapper Lil Wayne suffers seizure

Miami's DJ Khaled has come out in defense of friend and collaborator Lil Wayne saying the New Orleans rapper's ongoing beef with the city is just a “misunderstanding.” In February, Weezy caught the ire of Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell, Trick Daddy andMiami's DJ Khaled has come out in defense of friend and collaborator Lil Wayne saying the New Orleans rapper's ongoing beef with the city is just a “misunderstanding.” In February, Weezy caught the ire of Luther

Broncos Introduce Wes Welker

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Perhaps when there's a little more distance between his days bleeding Patriots colors and settling in as a Bronco, we'll hear more about how Wes Welker truly feels about what went down during the past year with his contract"Any time you can take a player from a team you have to compete against, it helps, especially the caliber of Wes Welker," Elway said. "New England is there year in and year out, and that's a team we have to beat to get where

Inside the conclave: The story behind the election of Pope Francis

At Artuso Pastry Shop in the Bronx, the demand was there, but over on the supply side in the Vatican, the cardinals were not immediately obliging. “So many people were calling for pope cookies and we didn't know who the new pope would be,” said NatalieHe also shared some of his keepsakes from the conclave, including the large red leather-bound folder each cardinal received with all the cardinals' names in it; a blank ballot; and a book with the hymns and prayers used in the

An Injured Bryant Starts but Is Ineffective

It appears that Kobe Bryant isn't human after all with the news that the Lakers superstar is set to play through his severely sprained ankle.INDIANAPOLIS — Kobe Bryant will be a game-time decision Friday against the Indiana Pacers, Lakers Coach Mike D'Antoni said. Bryant was not on the court for the team's morning shoot-around because he was getting treatment for a severely sprained leftIt remains to be seen if Bryant will be sidelined, but a person with knowledge of the

Scientists Confirm Higgs Boson Discovery

Physicists announced today (March 14) that a particle discovered at the world's largest atom smasher last year is a Higgs boson, a long-sought particle thought to explain how other particles get their mass. Discovered at the Large Hadron Collider (LHCScientists working with the world's largest atom smasher say the mystery particle they found last summer was a Higgs boson, which is believed to give mass to everything in the universe. However, while the physicists at the European

'Huge heart': New pope preaches church's core values with compassion, say ...

Mark Crawford was 11 when his parish priest began to sexually molest him. It continued for more than six years, and when he finally reported the man to his New Jersey bishop, his abuser was promoted to personal secretary for the diocese's archbishop."I'm so happy, he is so humble." The election of Argentinean Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio offers new hope that he will help bring the kind of fervor Llacsa says Europe's Catholicism is lacking, even at the center of the

Thursday, 14 March 2013

First Impressions of Samsung Galaxy S4

Mar. 14, 2013 - In about an hour, Samsung is going to announce its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S4. The Galaxy S3 released a little under one year ago, so hopefully.There was a video demo of the Samsung Galaxy S IV circulating yesterday, but now four more videos have come to the surface, reports Sammy Hub. The videos demonstrate "floating touch" capability, in which hovering yourAll the most important specs and software features.Samsung, its toughest competitor, is announcing

Snub of Reformers' Choice Seen Before Pope's Anointing

VATICAN CITY — With a puff of white smoke from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and to the cheers of thousands of rain-soaked faithful, a gathering of Catholic cardinals picked a new pope from among their midst onSTORY: Key facts about new pope. If American Catholics are still reeling from years of sex-abuse revelations, many Argentine Catholics remain traumatized by their church's connection to an infamous military dictatorship that killed and "disappeared"STORY: Key facts

Francis quickly emerged as perfect conclave candidate

Cardinals often say it is the Holy Spirit that guides their vote in the conclave. But the real work — the trading of names and weighing of pros and cons — takes place in the days before the conclave, over pasta dinners and informal chats andConservative activists hold annual conclave on strategy. As thousands of conservative activists gather for the annual Conservative Political Action Conference, old and new faces share the podium. Post to Facebook. Conservative activists hold

End of Google Reader Sends Internet Into an Uproar

(Reuters) - Google Inc said it will shut Google Reader on July 1, citing declining usage for the application that compiles content served by web feeds, as it forges ahead with its strategy to focus on fewer products that have more impact. Google ReaderIf you prefer the traditional list view of headlines in Google Reader, Feedly allows you to adjust. Although the service relies on Google Reader's API, developers say they are creating their own version that will take its place when Reader

Google Reader shutting down on July 1

Google has just announced that it'll be killing off Google Reader in its latest 'spring cleaning', which is a euphemism for getting rid of products that not enough people use (even if they still love using it). So yes, that meansGoogle has just announced that it'll be killing off Google Reader in its latest 'spring cleaning', which is a euphemism for getting rid of products that not enough people use (even if they still love using it). So yes, that meansA

Veronica Mars to resurface after fan fundraiser

The Veronica Mars movie kickstarter fund reached its goal of $2M in under 11 hours.Geeks are passionate, especially when it comes to their favorite shows. I think every geek can name at least one show that they would like to see more of. For me, it is Firefly . For Veronica Mars fans, their hopes may come a reality thanks to a movieGeeks are passionate, especially when it comes to their favorite shows. I think every geek can name at least one show that they would like to see more of. For me, it

Wednesday, 13 March 2013

Jeff Gordon's 'Test Drive' becomes viral sensation

Donning glasses and a fake goatee, world famous NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon pranks a car salesman into taking a test drive with him in a 2009 Chevy Camaro. "I don't know if I can handle it," said a disguised Jeff Gordon toBy Dave Kallmann of the Journal Sentinel. March 13, 2013 9:27 a.m.. Tweet · submit to reddit; Email; Print; |(2) Comments. By Wednesday morning, the video of Jeff Gordon's prank "test drive" had attracted something like 1.8 million views on

New York Times notes passing of Paul Bearer

After the sad passing of WWE legend William Moody, better known to wrestling fans as Paul Bearer, on Mar. 5, news has come out on a potential cause of death. A new report claims he had dealing with blood clots. So sad!Bill Moody, a real man who was better known to his legions of wrestling fans as Paul Bearer and perhaps to even older wrestling fans as Percival Pringle III, died of a blood clot late Tuesday night after WWE had already put the SmackDown taping to bed.Just three days before Paul

Broncos sign Wes Welker for 2 years, $12M

The star receiver, Tom Brady's favorite target, is leaving New England and heading to Denver, where he'll join Peyton Manning and the Broncos. Also getting new deals were Reggie Bush in Detroit, Dashon Goldson in Tampa Bay, and even Ray Lewis – withIt hasn't even been a full 24 hours into free agency but things aren't looking good for Patriots fans hoping to see Wes Welker catch Tom Brady's passes in 2013. Albert Breer is reporting that the Patriots' offer to

Kwame Kilpatrick's bad debt: Detroit owed $854062.60 it won't likely see

After 14 full days of deliberation in the Kwame Kilpatrick federal corruption trial, the jury announced verdicts Monday morning. Kilpatrick has been found guilty of the most serious charge of racketeering. Bobby Ferguson also was found guilty ofDETROIT —As the jury deliberated, Kwame Kilpatrick pleaded for one last chance to visit his family on Texas. With a verdict on the way, Kilpatrick knew the possibility of a guilty verdict and jailing loomed. "He repeatedly asked over the last

Gerard Butler, left, and Brandi Glanville.Reuters/ X17

Gerard Butler really is a love 'em and leave 'em kind of guy. The Olympus Has Fallen star told Howard Stern that he did indeed “have fun” with Real Housewives of Beverly Hills castmate Brandi Glanville awhile back, but had no idea who she was at the time.“We crossed paths at a beach party and had a little bit of fun,” Gerard says. “You know what I said – “Who's Brandi Glanville?” – because I didn't know her last name, didn't know she was a celebrity,

Douglas Adams: The hitchhiker's guide to humor and science (+video)

Today's interactive Google Doodle featuring the famous words "DON'T PANIC" (in large, friendly letters on the cover) is in tribute to "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" and author Douglas Adams, who was born on this dateDouglas Adams, the subject Monday of an interactive Google Doodle, is the man behind "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy," a five-part "trilogy" that snagged the imagination of generations of fans who appreciated

Tuesday, 12 March 2013

William Moody, 58, Pro Wrestling's Paul Bearer, Dies

Paul Bearer -- the spooky WWE manager who helped introduce The Undertaker -- died Tuesday evening at the age of 58 this according to the WWE. Bearer…Just three days before Paul Bearer died, he complained he was suffering a blood clot TMZ has learned."Cowboy" Bob Kelly -- one of the board members of…Paul Bearer -- the spooky WWE manager who helped introduce The Undertaker -- died Tuesday evening at the age of 58 this according to the WWE. Bearer…WWE Raw TV rating: Final

Black Smoke From Conclave Signals No Pope on First Day

In 2005, Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger chose to be known as Pope Benedict XVI. The name harkened to St. Benedict, the patron saint of Europe. The new pope said at his first audience that the World War I-era pope stood for "reconciliation and harmonyWhat name will the next pope choose?AS SOON as he has been chosen by his fellow cardinals, the newly elected pope will send a signal to the world by his choice ofThe cardinals voting for a pope on Tuesday came up with no winner on their first round

Tiger Woods, Lindsey Vonn have yacht weekend

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy will face each other for bragging rights this week in probably the most well-publicized member-guest tourney ever.  Share on Facebook ·  Tweet post · + Comments. Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy are not scheduled to play forTiger's already had a few comeback wins, so what was different about his wire-to-wire win at Doral? Our panel debates this, plus Rory McIlroy's promising weekend, who will be No. 1 at year's end, and the Tour stop

Floridians would never 'fall back' under bill making daylight savings time ...

“Ladies' man” Harry Stamps, 81, of Long Beach, Miss., hated daylight saving time so much that he died the day before “spring forward.” Stamps, who called the biannual event “The Devil's Time,” died March 9. According to his obituary in the Sun HeraldIn the U.S., daylight saving time was first used during World War I to conserve resources. It was reinstated again during World War II until Sept. 1945. The Uniform Time Act of 1966 created a standardized system to observe

California earthquake: Aftershocks continue for second day

Some might believe that the 4.7 magnitude Riverside County temblor that rattled windows and swayed skyscrapers across Southern California on Monday morning released tension from the San Jacinto fault, thereby avoiding danger of a larger earthquake.A modest but widely felt earthquake rolled through a wide swath of Southern California late Monday morning but there were no immediate reports of damage.Monday morning's magnitude 4.7 earthquake in Riverside County hit is a seismically active

Tiger Woods, Lindsey Vonn have yacht weekend

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy will face each other for bragging rights this week in probably the most well-publicized member-guest tourney ever.For Men Who Play as Women, Tiger Woods Will Present a Difficult Choice For several years now, golf fans have been able to create a female professional and play the men's PGA Tour with her. The creation of an LPGA Tour mode in this year's game isBeyond the barrage of birdies and a win at the WGC-Cadillac Championship, Tiger Woods showed some

Monday, 11 March 2013

Danielle Fishel: Why I Was Instantly Drawn to My Fiancé's … Calf

While Danielle Fishel says that her experiences behind the scenes of “Boy Meets World” were innocent, she does recall one not-so-innocent moment from her days as a '90s icon, on a promotional tour with the stars of “FullDanielle Fishel: Why I Was Instantly Drawn to My Fiancé's … Calf. By Dahvi Shira. 03/11/2013 at 06:00 PM EDT. Facebook · Tweet; Comments. Danielle Fishel in Maxim Talks About Fiance Tim Belusko. Courtesy Maxim. What does Danielle Fishel see first inThe

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That's one reason why everyone who joined the two-time Olympian, a bronze medalist at the Beijing Games, on Saturday was aware of her father's tragic suicide, and the anger, passion and perseverance it inspired. Lesser known, though it will become a“They made some mistakes at the time of the outbreak,” says Danish Veterinary and Food Administration outbreak investigator Morten Lisby, who led the inspection. “But from the moment we got in touch with them, they have collaborated

Danielle Fishel: Why I Was Instantly Drawn to My Fiancé's … Calf

Danielle Fishel is opening up about a rather awkward encounter with "Full House" patriarch Bob Saget that happened while she and others from the "T.G.I.F." crew — ABC's '90s Friday-night lineup comedies — were en route to the Magic Kingdom. "One timeDanielle Fishel poses for Maxim. Danielle Fishel, a.k.a. Topanga, is about to make every boy's world! The Disney star will soon return to TV for the "Boy Meets World" spin-off, "Girl Meets

Southern California earthquake brings jolt but little damage

On March 11th, 2011, at 14:46 JST, the Pacific Plate. When it moved the entire Island of Honshu, Japan moved up and eight feet eastward. The Earthquake registered 9.0 on the Richter scale and was the fifth largestA small earthquake rumbled through the BNP Paribas Open on Monday morning, causing no damage, other than to the fluidity of a taped piece for a pregame show on the Tennis Channel. Brett Haber, Tracy Austin, Neil Harman and USA TODAY Sports tennisINDIAN WELLS, Calif . — An earthquake

In Celebration Of British Mother's Day: A Gallery Of British Celebrity Moms!

One Direction singer Harry Styles wishes his mom a Happy British Mother's Day.Happy Mother's Day. It has taken nearly 18 months to do this but I have finally managed to get a photo with all of my children. And here's one with my mum. Hope you had a lovely Mother's Day. Posted by The Small Fabric Of“Happy Mother's Day,” Harry tweeted March 10. ”Hope you have a good one .xx”. But before you're all, “Hey, it's not Mother's Day!” allow me to

Tiger Woods Prevails At Doral

Tiger's already had a few comeback wins, so what was different about his wire-to-wire win at Doral? Our panel debates this, plus Rory McIlroy's promising weekend, who will be No. 1 at year's end, and the Tour stop we'd likeTiger Woods took home over $1.4 million of an $8.75 million purse for winning the 2013 WGC-Cadillac Championship at Doral on Sunday. Check out how the rest of the prize money breaks down.Tiger's already had a few comeback wins, so what was different

Sunday, 10 March 2013

Elisabeth Hasselbeck Leaves The View: Will You Miss Her?

ABC might be getting rid of the lone conservative on its daytime talk show The View. So claimed Us magazine Friday in a piece titled "Elisabeth Hasselbeck Leaving The View After Nine Years, Viewers Found Her Too ExtremeAccording to US Weekly, Hasselbeck, a 10-year "View" veteran, was not invited back after producers examined research that said viewers found her "too extreme and right-wing." "People did not watch the show because of Elisabeth," one unnamed

Warner Brothers Releases Raucous “Hangover 3″ Full Movie Trailer [Must ...

Directed by Todd Phillips, the film stars Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis in the lead roles.A funeral, a beheaded giraffe, and Melissa McCarthy. What more could you ask for in a Hangover movie? The cast heads back to Las Vegas—where it all began—to finish off the movie trilogy. Check out the trailer for The Hangover 3 to see all the highThe first trailer has been released for The Hangover Part III.The first trailer has been released for The Hangover Part III.Remember the old

Daylight Saving Time 2013: 5 Things You Didn't Know

On Sunday, March 10 at 2 a.m., Daylight Saving Time begins and we "spring ahead."The practice of turning the clocks one hour forward to save energy is often called “daylight savings time” however, daylight saving time (DST) is the correct term because it refers to a time for saving daylight. Another correct variation is “daylightDaylight Savings Time (DST) begins this Sunday, March 10 at 2 a.m. That means that most of us will lose an hour of sleep as we spring forward an hour.

Daylight Saving Time: Don't forget to spring forward

Today at 2 a.m. was the start of daylight saving time, which promises an extra hour of evening light but also means the loss of one precious hour of shut-eye for many sleep-deprived Americans. It's the most fussed-about hour of the year. For many, theThere are 17 percent more fatal traffic crashes than normal on the Monday morning immediately following the annual Daylight Saving Time change.Daylight Saving Could Impact Health. Many Minnesotans likely will lose an hour of sleep Sunday

Did Justin Timberlake Respond To Kanye West's 'Suit & Tie' Dig During 'SNL ...

Timberlake, who did double duty as host and musical guest on last night's Saturday Night Live, put on a show that Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Peter Lawford and Joey Bishop would be jealous of. With amazing timing both comically andJustin Timberlake joined the most exclusive club in New York when he hosted "Saturday Night Live" this week, the Five-Timers Club. Entering the ranks of Paul Simon, Steve Martin, Tom Hanks and many more, Timberlake was welcomed into the

Saturday, 9 March 2013

Home Page Promotes 'Hangout' With Vaughn and Owen Wilson

Google has done little in the past few months to disguise its ambition to battle Amazon in shopping. But the search leader's latest reported plans to get out in the street and start delivering products directly is a sideshow to the real contest betweenRésumés have begun arriving from employees at competitors such as Facebook and Google, which was reportedly rare in the past. While some bloggers are ranting over Mayer's work-at-home switch, her decision is not an indictment of what

Home Page Promotes 'Hangout' With Vaughn and Owen Wilson

Usually when we get a peek at Google's Mountain View home it's to gawk at the latest Android-related statue but a Vanity Fair article posted today showed.Thanks to the Google Glass device he's been sporting as of late, the Android-powered augmented reality device that, among other features, allows wearers to take pictures of what they're looking at merely by talking to their "stunna shades," Brin willUsually when we get a peek at Google's Mountain View home

Google's huge 'Wikilinks' corpus could help computers understand human ...

“We hope our technology, including Public Alerts, will help people better prepare for future crises and create more far-reaching support for crisis recovery. This is why in Japan, Google has newly partnered with 14 Japanese prefectures and citiesA new app for Google Glass can identify people by the clothes they wear and overlay that information on the screen.You can read more about how Google helps protect you from identity theft, and steps that you can take to help protect yourself and keep

Home Page Promotes 'Hangout' With Vaughn and Owen Wilson

In the wake of the Friday shooting at an elementary school in Newtown, Conn., Google quietly sent its own thoughts to the victims, with a subtle single candle on its homepage. "Google is giving the upcoming film "The Internship" a marketing assist, offering it what's arguably the most exclusive placement on the web: the Google home page. Slated for a June 7 release, "The Internship," stars Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson andGoogle's home automation initiative is

Home Page Promotes 'Hangout' With Vaughn and Owen Wilson

Google is giving the film 'The Internship' a marketing assist, offering it what's arguably the most exclusive placement on the web: the Google home page.“Judge Dr. Matthias Zigann of the Munich I Regional Court just told Google and its Motorola Mobility subsidiary in no uncertain terms that his court is at this point (prior to counsel's argument on claim construction, infringementGoogle has done little in the past few months to disguise its ambition to battle Amazon in

Google helps small businesses tap Web

Find What You're Looking for on Google's Help Pages Instantly with a Search Operator Google's various search operators are a fantastic way to make searching for anything quick and painless. The Google Operating Blog has put together a list of some ofGoogle's various search operators are a fantastic way to make searching for anything quick and painless. The Google Operating Blog has put together a list of some of of the more obscure search operators, including a way toPatrick

Friday, 8 March 2013

EA Employee Chastizes Company Over SimCity in Public Letter

Can't get in to SimCity ? Well, I guess instead you could kill a few minutes donating to a couple spiritual successors to old-school RPGs. On this week's Game|Life podcast, Wired senior editor Peter Rubin and I discuss the recent appearance of TormentSimCity is a true rebirth of the franchise that brings the depth of simulation that has been the series hallmark for more than two decades and marries it with next generation accessibility and a robust multiplayer mode, givingAmid ongoing

Pro wrestling personality Paul Bearer has died

After the sad passing of WWE legend William Moody, better known to wrestling fans as Paul Bearer, on Mar. 5, news has come out on a potential cause of death. A new report claims he had dealing with blood clots. So sad!William Moody, better known as his stage name Paul Bearer, died on March 5, according to an official statement by the WWE. The animated WWE star made a name for himself in 1991 as the spooky manager and “funeralRemember William Alvin "Bill" Moody and his over 20-year

North Korea rejects UN sanctions, declares pursuit of nuclear arms

Stephan A. Smith and Skip Bayless, commentators for the U.S. sports juggernaut ESPN, on the network's First Take program, agreed that Dennis Rodman is a “peace and love” kind of guy. Neither was surprised, however, thatThe agreement, reached in September, bears a close resemblance to one North Korea signed with Syria in 2002, U.S. and United Nations officials said, just as Pyongyang began secretly constructing a plutonium-producing nuclear reactor in eastern Syria.Stephan A. Smith and

What does Jose Baez think about Jodi Arias?

Zenaida Gonzalez is involved in a civil suit with Anthony. Shuker believes that whatever is on that computer is valuable to sell off. He said it would provide curious Anthony observers with a look at her life since her acquittal. Shuker said he thinksCasey Anthony, the woman acquitted of the murder of her daughter, Caylee Anthony, in 2011, today arrived at a federal courthouse in Florida to attend a bankruptcy hearing. As soon as she stepped from her car, she wasTAMPA, Fla. (CNN) -- Casey

Paul Bearer -- Funeral Set for Tomorrow, Burial to Follow

The wrestling world is still coming to terms with the loss of William Moody, better known to worldwide audiences as Paul Bearer. The legendary character is known as the man behind The Undertaker. Early in Taker's career, Bearer did almost all of theWilliam Moody, aka Paul Bearer (AP). William Moody, known best to wrestling fans as mortician Paul Bearer, has died at 58 the WWE said. Moody creeped onto the WWE scene in 1990, carrying an urn and managing The Undertaker. He "went on to

Thursday, 7 March 2013

McClaren: Rooney will stay at United

Read the Champions League match report from Manchester United v Real Madrid as the game finished 1-2.Duncan Drasdo, the chief executive of the Manchester United Supporters' Trust, said he would back the manager if Ferguson did decide to sell Rooney in the summer. "Everyone recognises Rooney's talent, although perhaps there is some frustration that heFootball Weekly Extra: Real Madrid end Manchester United's Champions League dreams. The podders discuss the controversy

EA Scrambles to Fix 'SimCity' Server Congestion

So let me take three paragraphs and expunge about SimCity, Maxis, and EA for a moment. Briefly, there are major problems with SimCity, namely that no one is able to play much, if at all. Severs have been crashing, the client locks up at unexpectedWhile EA Maxis is working on the server issues that's still keeping a lot of avid SimCity PC gamers locked out of the gorgeous new world, gamers are getting mixed messages from Electronic Arts customer support. Frustration has been building on

History Channel's Bible Is a Hit. Does That Mean TV Will Get Religion?

The History Channel's newest series, "Vikings", a historical fiction series based on the reign of Viking king Ragnar Lothbrok directed by Michael Hirst ("Elizabeth", "The Tudors"), will feature music by Norwegian heritage folk act WARDRUNA in severalWhen History channel series The Bible by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett first aired last Sunday, my hope was that this series would spark intense interest in the actual Bible. Regardless of any philosophical

'Oz' actress Mila Kunis on Raimi, CGI and the 'timeless' original

BBC sent rookie journalist Chris Stark to interview his celebrity crush, Mila Kunis, this week and the results were hilarious and reminiscent of Notting Hill. The young reporter described his dream date with Kunis – eating chicken, watching soccer andOn Sunday night, newly minted megastar Jennifer Lawrence welcomed a brand-new inductee into the most-adored-actress-ever club: Mila Kunis, who unexpectedly veered off script in an interview with Chris Stark, a shy first-time interviewer from BBC

Rand Paul's drone filibuster shakes up Republicans

After nearly 13 hours on the Senate floor, Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) has ended his filibuster of the nomination of John Brennan as director of the Central Intelligence Agency.Transcript for Sen. Rand Paul's 13-Hour Filibuster in 3 Minutes. -- senator from Kentucky. I rise today to begin to filibuster John -- nomination for the CIA and without demanding more answers and the president. The problem is is were never getting any“Dear Senator Paul,” Attorney General Eric Holder began, in a

'Oz' actress Mila Kunis on Raimi, CGI and the 'timeless' original

Ever since it was announced that the seductive book was being turned into a film, fans have supported the idea of Mila Kunis taking the role of Anastasia. According to MStarz, however, while Mila Kunis was promoting her new film “Oz: The Great andWorking in the press may be the best way to get a date. In a recent radio interview Mila Kunis was asked out by her nervous interviewer.Mila Kunis is hot. Everyone can see that. But she also might be the best human being on the planet. During an

Wednesday, 6 March 2013

Jamie Lynn Spears is engaged

Jamie Lynn Spears, 21, plans to marry Jamie Watson, 30, and showed off her engagement ring in an Instagram photo posted to Twitter on Saturday: Guesssss what?????? instagr.am/p/WYOrwxkAlw/. — Jamie Lynn Spears (@jamielynnspears) March 3, 2013Britney Spears has been coping with her own relationship woes, having split from fiance Jason Trawick after a yearlong engagement in January. But that didn't stop the pop star, who recently debuted a flattering brunette 'do, from expressing

Radha Mitchell on solar, saving water and 'Red Widow'

Is ABC's new drama “Red Widow” the network TV answer to “Breaking Bad,” or just another serialized flop? The two hour premiere suggests it could go either way.Red Widow is ABC's newest drama, and we sat down with Radha Mitchell, Goran Visnjic, and the show's screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg to find out more about the series. Radha and Goran gave us the scoop on theirDid anyone else watch Red Widow last night? It's that new ABC show starring Radha Mitchell, the latest

Venezuela's “Resource Curse” Will Outlive Hugo Chávez

Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez Frias, who died on Tuesday, from cancer, at the age of fifty-eight, was one of the most flamboyantly provocative leaders on the world scene in recent years. His death came after months inVenezuelan President Hugo Chavez, the charismatic leftist who dominated his country with sweeping political change and flamboyant speeches, died Tuesday at age 58, after a long battle with cancer that was shrouded in mystery and prevented him fromEven before Hugo Chávez died,

Pro wrestling personality Paul Bearer has died

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – As the Undertaker is making his annual return to the WWE just in time for Wrestlemania, the wrestling world mourns the loss of his long-time manager. William Moody, known to wrestling fans as Paul Bearer, passed away, the WWEWWE.com released a statement online Tuesday evening announcing the death of William Moody, the man known as Paul Bearer. Paul spent nearly 40 years in the business and he is a talent that will be missed by fans all over the world. Long before hePaul

Maxis Working to Fix SimCity's Server Problems

If you're not one of the lucky ones that dodged the download, install and server woes of the rockiest SimCity launch ever, rest assured that the folks at EA have it in their best interest to make sure everyone can play whenever they want. When thatCain denied taking any ideas from the SimCity franchise, and the episode became just another punch line in a bizarre campaign. But maybe we should have taken advantage of that moment to ask whether the urban planning simulator could actually

'American Idol' Recap: Top 10 Ladies Lay Down the Law

Some girls attempt Beyonce. Some sing Whitney Houston. And some women channel Kim Burrell. That last name may not mean much to everybody who watched American Idol's female semifinals show Tuesday, but it does to female singers with gospel andFor her Top 10 women performance, Amber Holcomb took on a big ol' Whitney Houston number, which is almost an “American Idol” no-no. Luckily, the adorable young girl pulled it off effortlessly on “I Believe in You and Me.”To round out the

Tuesday, 5 March 2013

Jamie Lynn Spears gets engaged

Jamie Lynn Spears, 21, announced her engagement last night (March 1) to her boyfriend of three years, 30-year-old Jamie Watson.Jamie Lynn Spears, 21, announced her engagement last night (March 1) to her boyfriend of three years, 30-year-old Jamie Watson.Britney Spears may have ended her engagement to Jason Trawick in 2013, but little sister Jamie Lynn Spears is having more luck in the new year. Her boyfriend of three years, Jamie Watson, proposed with a beautifulBritney Spears may still have a

Bonnie Franklin, reality mom

"Bonnie has always been one of the most important women in my life and was a second mother to me," her One Day at a Time daughter says.It's been nearly 30 years since “One Day at a Time” went off the air — since Bonnie Franklin, who played single mother Ann Romano on the long-running sitcom, was regularly seen on TV. But Franklin's death last week, at 69, has prompted an outpouring"Bonnie has always been one of the most important women in my life and was a second

Bonnie Franklin, reality mom

Noo, this is super sad! Bonnie Franklin, from One Day At a Time fame, has passed away. She was 69 years old. The death stems from complications with pancreatic cancer — which she was diagnosed with in September 2012Bonnie Franklin -- who starred as Ann Romano on the classic TV show "One Day at a Time" -- died today due to complications from pancreatic cancer. She was…Bonnie Franklin, the pert, redheaded actress who won fame as a divorced mom on the long-running sitcom.Like

Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez dies

Hugo Chávez, the firebrand president of Venezuela who has battled cancer since 2011, died Tuesday in Caracas. He was 58 years old. Vice President Nicolás Maduro announced Chávez's passing in a radio and televisionSupporters of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez hold an allusive poster while gathering in front of the Military Hospital in Caracas, March 5, 2013, after knowing of their leader's death. Chavez lost his battle with cancer, silencing the leading voiceSupporters of

Bonnie Franklin, reality mom

ABC cancels 'Zero Hour' after three episodes; Bonnie Franklin's final interview; FBI releases files on Whitney Houston blackmail plots; Justin Bieber nearly two hours late for London concert; and more. zerohour.jpg ABC has canceled the drama 'Zero HourA graveside service is at 11 a.m. Friday at Winfield-Scott Township Cemetery, with the Rev. Ramona Wink officiating. The body has been cremated. A time of fellowship and a luncheon will be held at the Winfield United Methodist

John Kerry zings Dennis Rodman for trip to North Korea

Retired NBA player Dennis Rodman, widely known as “The Worm,” is back from his trip to North Korea with the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team after spending two days with North Korea leader Kim Jong-un. The NBADennis Rodman, the basketball player, seemingly still as bad as he wants to be years after his agent-provocateur time, spent last week in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea as the guest of honor of Kim Jong-un, taking in an exhibition basketballBy now you've likely

Monday, 4 March 2013

Cover Story: Pope Benedict XVI Retires

What with the pope and Cardinal Keith O'Brien, Catholicism is a hot topic, so forgive me if I haul it in as a weapon to attack the NHS establishment. In revealing that he almost became a priest, Danny Boyle gave a clue as to why his Olympics openingVideo and photos from social media of Pope Benedict's last general audience in St. Peter's Square before he formally resigns.Pope Benedict XVI left Vatican City Friday for the last time as head of the Roman Catholic Church. He was

History Channel premiere: Why I support “The Bible”

In a 10-part miniseries, airing on The History Channel beginning March 3, the couple told Fox they aimed to retell the stories of the Bible in a way that appeals to a young audience. “It really is family programming,” Burnett said. “It's for young. ItIn a 10-part miniseries, airing on The History Channel beginning March 3, the couple told Fox they aimed to retell the stories of the Bible in a way that appeals to a young audience. “It really is family programming,” Burnett said.

Jamie Lynn Spears is engaged, big sis Britney Spears is delighted

Although Britney Spears' engagement to former agent Jason Trawick ended less than two months ago, her younger sister announced her own engagement Saturday night. Actress and singer Jamie Lynn Spears, 21, shared an Instagram picture of herAlthough Britney Spears' engagement to former agent Jason Trawick ended less than two months ago, her younger sister announced her own engagement Saturday night. Actress and singer Jamie Lynn Spears, 21, shared an Instagram picture of herBritney

CLE With Dr. Seuss: I Do Not Like Jurisdiction In Rem, Said Sam-I-Em

Michelle Obama, Keri Russell and more celebrities celebrate Dr. Seuss Day.What's on the Reader's Agenda for Saturday, March 2, 2013.In honor of the iconic children's book author, the Knoxville Urban League's "Project Ready" hosted an event that celebrated his work. At the birthday party, people enjoyed games, face painting and favorites from Dr. Seuss' stories. Ohla BlackmonCelebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday with children's author and poet Eric Ode at the

MIRIAM MAKEBA DOODLE: Google celebrates galvanizing 'Mama Africa' with ...

Miriam Makeba Honored with Google Doodle. Today, Google is celebrating South African singer and political activist Miriam Makeba. Makeba was born in Johannesburg in 1932. Her professional career began in 1950 as partThe illustration's profile captures the passion of Makeba in performance — the magic of her music that she first realized, as a Prospect township-born girl in the '30s, might have the power to lift her out of hardscrabble times. It was thatThe illustration's profile

Sunday, 3 March 2013

LeBron James and the Miami Heat's Harlem Shake Video—Watch Now!

Lebron James, Dwyane Wade and the rest of the Miami Heat do the, “Harlem Shake.” Check below for Diddy speaking on the, “Harlem Shake,” the Raptors edition and what happens when you do the Harlem Shake in Harlem.Well, the Harlem shake was fun while it lasted, sort of. On Thursday night, the Miami Heat released their own version of the dance video, as sure a sign as any that the viral sensation is finally over. Still, basketball fans can revel in the sight ofChris “Birdman” Anderson

'Sequester' kicks in, but no compromise in sight

'I really have no idea about how money works or how budgets work'Today is Sequestration Day! To celebrate, all of your most burning sequestration questions are answered right here. Enjoy. Where did the whole idea of sequestration originate? It goes back to 1985. The tax cuts of Ronald'sBuck McKeon (R-CA) left coins he used to illustrate his point about how sequestration cuts affects defense funding, as well as his notes, on the podium following a news conference at the U.S.

After the sequestration stalemate, things will only get worse

Thus the President's numbers remain good despite the sequestration and the new poll showing that only 35% now see the United States heading in the right direction and 54% feeling that things are on the wrong track. Those numbers are substantially lowerSequestration, those long-dreaded automatic, across-the-board spending cuts kicked in March 1st and the effects are expected to place a heavy toll on our military with civilian workers at the Pentagon and bases across theThe latest budgetary

After the sequestration stalemate, things will only get worse

To motivate the super committee, and to ensure deficit reduction even if it failed, the legislation established $1.2 trillion in automatic cuts through 2021 by means of sequestration if the super committee could not agree on atUS President Barack Obama speaks to the media about sequestration in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington on March 1, 2013 following a meeting with US Speaker of the House John BoehnerTea Party Republicans are crowing about the

After the sequestration stalemate, things will only get worse

Beyond furloughs, the trickle down of sequester will ripple across overseas installations stretching from Japan to Germany. The consequences of sequestration are expected to be wide-ranging, potentially touching everythingNow that we are living in a post-sequestration world, then, it's right to be skeptical of pledges made by politicians about what won't ever come to pass. And a parsing of the statements made by Boehner and Obama suggest that it may well be rhetoricThus the

Sex, lies and abuse: The cost of Jodi Arias

PHOENIX – Jodi Arias calmly tried to explain away her lies Monday as a prosecutor in her Arizona murder trial hammered her about not being honest with authorities, friends or family, even sending the victim's grandmother flowers after she killed himToday, Jodi Arias, the admitted Arizona killer of ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander, takes the stand for the cross-examination portion of her murder trial. On.Jodi Arias' lawyers tried to depict her as a sexually exploited woman, intimidated

Saturday, 2 March 2013

Justin Bieber Thanks Fans for Support, Inspiration After Club Confrontation ...

While Justin's party in the UK wasn't going too well, neither was his pal's Lil Twist's night back in LA. According to TMZ, Twist was pulled over after making an unsafe lane change while driving Justin's Fisker Karma. While they let him go on that“They pointed at the table next to Justin and said they would sit there and to move the people there elsewhere. “The management said that wasn't acceptable so they got up and walked out in a strop. It was

Boy, 14, charged following Englewood chase, police shooting

A south suburban man faces shooting-related charges and a woman who was allegedly driving him early Thursday has been issued traffic citations for running through 11 stop signs and two red lights during a police chase spurred by an Englewood shootingPolice are looking for a Gaston County man in connection with a two-state chase early Friday morning.A man and a woman were arrested and an officer injured after a wild police chase that damaged three state police vehicles. The ordeal began Friday

Melissa King -- Ex-Miss Delaware Teen USA -- Porn Only Paid $1500

Melissa King, Miss Delaware Teen USA, has submitted her resignation after an alleged X-rated video surfaced. Pageant officials announced that Melissa King, 18, relinquished her crown this morning according to Delaware Online and that Hailey Lawler, theComments 6. After first denying that she had appeared in the porn video that ended her reign, former Miss Delaware Teen USA Melissa King may subtly be admitting it. She's been re-tweeting up a storm and dropping hints to that effect. Melissa

Swept away by Van Cliburn

Former President George W. Bush and Governor Rick Perry will deliver remarks at Sunday's memorial service for Van Cliburn.Like a rock star, Cliburn was besieged by screaming admirers in cities where he appeared. And after playing before audiences of more than 80,000 on two nights in Chicago, the city's Elvis Presley Fan Club changed its name to the Van Cliburn Fan Club.Van Cliburn, the gifted pianist who electrified America by winning the first International Tchaikovsky Competition,

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