Thursday, August 7, 2008
Breaking News: Brett Favre Traded to Jets
Future Hall-of-Famer Brett Favre has been traded to the New York Jets.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Dark Knight... Dark Curse?
The Dark Knight just broke a new record. The movie became the fastest in history to break the $400 million domestic sales mark, doing so in just 18 days.
But the real talk around the town is the apparent curse the movie has.
As we all know, star Heath Ledger (the Joker) died of an accidental prescription drug overdose in January, shortly after he finished filming.
Eight months later, his death continues to make headlines with the on-going federal investigation. Actress and friend of Ledger's, Mary-Kate Olson, has refused to talk to investigators without immunity from prosecution. This could only lead to one thing - a subpoena.
Shortly after the weekend release of the film, star Christian Bale (Batman) made headlines for apparent assault allegations against his mother and sister.
Finally, just this past Sunday, star Morgan Freeman (Lucius Fox), was involved in a very serious car accident. He was life-flighted to a hospital where he remains in serious condition.
So what do you think? Is there a dark curse on the stars of The Dark Knight?
But the real talk around the town is the apparent curse the movie has.
As we all know, star Heath Ledger (the Joker) died of an accidental prescription drug overdose in January, shortly after he finished filming.
Eight months later, his death continues to make headlines with the on-going federal investigation. Actress and friend of Ledger's, Mary-Kate Olson, has refused to talk to investigators without immunity from prosecution. This could only lead to one thing - a subpoena.
Shortly after the weekend release of the film, star Christian Bale (Batman) made headlines for apparent assault allegations against his mother and sister.
Finally, just this past Sunday, star Morgan Freeman (Lucius Fox), was involved in a very serious car accident. He was life-flighted to a hospital where he remains in serious condition.
So what do you think? Is there a dark curse on the stars of The Dark Knight?
Paris Hilton Gets Even with John McCain
After Sen. McCain used an image of Paris Hilton in an ad last week mocking Barack Obama as an international celebrity, Ms. Hilton released a Web video of her own saying her inclusion in McCain’s ad must mean she’s running for president.
“So thanks for the endorsement, white-haired dude,” she says in the ad, while sitting outside wearing a leopard-print bikini. “And I want America to know that I’m, like, totally ready to lead.”
In the video, Hilton lays out her energy proposal, after reading an article on where to get the best tan. She muses about painting the White House pink, and then signs out with:
“I’m Paris Hilton, and I approve this message — because I think it’s totally hot.”
After getting a chuckle from the video, McCain’s campaign released a statement.
“It sounds like Paris Hilton supports John McCain’s ‘all of the above’ approach to America’s energy crisis - -including both alternatives and drilling. In reality, Paris Hilton may have a more substantive energy policy than Barack Obama,” spokesman Tucker Bounds said. [Fox News]
Watch the video here.
“So thanks for the endorsement, white-haired dude,” she says in the ad, while sitting outside wearing a leopard-print bikini. “And I want America to know that I’m, like, totally ready to lead.”
In the video, Hilton lays out her energy proposal, after reading an article on where to get the best tan. She muses about painting the White House pink, and then signs out with:
“I’m Paris Hilton, and I approve this message — because I think it’s totally hot.”
After getting a chuckle from the video, McCain’s campaign released a statement.
“It sounds like Paris Hilton supports John McCain’s ‘all of the above’ approach to America’s energy crisis - -including both alternatives and drilling. In reality, Paris Hilton may have a more substantive energy policy than Barack Obama,” spokesman Tucker Bounds said. [Fox News]
Watch the video here.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
al Qaeda Suspect or Rape and Torture Victim?
Reuters is reporting that Pakistan has demanded consular access to a Pakistani woman with suspected links to al Qaeda. Aafia Siddiqui, a U.S.-trained neuroscientist, is due to be arraigned in New York on Tuesday on charges of attempting to murder U.S. troops and FBI agents in Afghanistan.
The New York Times said Siddiqui has links to at least two of 14 suspected high-level al Qaeda members held at Guantanamo Bay.
Afghan police arrested Siddiqui after becoming suspicious of her behaviour, the U.S. Department of Justice said. Police found documents describing bomb-making and excerpts from the book, Anarchist's Arsenal, as well as papers describing U.S. landmarks and substances sealed in bottles and jars.
However, family members tell a different story. They claim Siddiqui was raped and tortured at Bagram, the main U.S. base in Afghanistan.
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) demanded the Pakistani government intervene and secure her release. They issued the following statement: "Dr. Aafia's case is a reminder of the grave injustice done to God knows how many Pakistanis in U.S. detention facilities in Bagram in Afghanistan, Guantanamo Bay and elsewhere, who have been listed as missing." [Reuters]
The New York Times said Siddiqui has links to at least two of 14 suspected high-level al Qaeda members held at Guantanamo Bay.
Afghan police arrested Siddiqui after becoming suspicious of her behaviour, the U.S. Department of Justice said. Police found documents describing bomb-making and excerpts from the book, Anarchist's Arsenal, as well as papers describing U.S. landmarks and substances sealed in bottles and jars.
However, family members tell a different story. They claim Siddiqui was raped and tortured at Bagram, the main U.S. base in Afghanistan.
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) demanded the Pakistani government intervene and secure her release. They issued the following statement: "Dr. Aafia's case is a reminder of the grave injustice done to God knows how many Pakistanis in U.S. detention facilities in Bagram in Afghanistan, Guantanamo Bay and elsewhere, who have been listed as missing." [Reuters]
This is Why I Don't Take the Bus Anymore
Vincent Weiguang Li, 40, is being charged with the second-degree murder of 22-year-old Tim McLean, with whom he was riding a Greyhound bus last Wednesday night, the Canadian Broadcasting Corp., reported.
Witnesses told the Royal Canadian Mounted Police the machete attack was apparently unprovoked. McLean was asleep when he was stabbed repeatedly in the chest. Screams alerted the bus driver to stop about 50 miles west of Winnipeg as passengers ran from the bus. After a four-hour standoff with police, Li was arrested, and McLean's beheaded body was found.
A court hearing for Li was postponed Tuesday. Li was in court in Portage la Prairie for a second appearance after he refused to speak Friday at his first appearance. However, the judge put off Tuesday's proceedings to allow Li to speak with a public defender. [UPI.com]
Witnesses told the Royal Canadian Mounted Police the machete attack was apparently unprovoked. McLean was asleep when he was stabbed repeatedly in the chest. Screams alerted the bus driver to stop about 50 miles west of Winnipeg as passengers ran from the bus. After a four-hour standoff with police, Li was arrested, and McLean's beheaded body was found.
A court hearing for Li was postponed Tuesday. Li was in court in Portage la Prairie for a second appearance after he refused to speak Friday at his first appearance. However, the judge put off Tuesday's proceedings to allow Li to speak with a public defender. [UPI.com]
Happy Meals Not So Happy
According to a report released Monday, most childrens' meals at top restaurant chains such as KFC, Taco Bell, Sonic and Chick-fil-A have way too many calories and are too fattenning.
The report tells us that the average 8-year-old should eat approximately 1,200 to 1,300 calories a day, or about 430 calories per meal. However, 93% of the meals at the fast food chains had more calories than that. [The Washington Post]
With obesity rates on the rise in adults and children - it's time we take control of our lives and our health. Very soon, vegetarian and vegan diets won't sound so crazy after all.
The report tells us that the average 8-year-old should eat approximately 1,200 to 1,300 calories a day, or about 430 calories per meal. However, 93% of the meals at the fast food chains had more calories than that. [The Washington Post]
With obesity rates on the rise in adults and children - it's time we take control of our lives and our health. Very soon, vegetarian and vegan diets won't sound so crazy after all.
Olympics Update: Team USA beats Australia
Team USA finished up its exhibition schedule with an 87-76 win over Australia on Tuesday. Dwyane Wade scored 22 points and LeBron James added 16 points. The American team struggled with their shooting - finishing 3-for-18 from three-point range and 20-of-33 from the free throw line.
Kobe Bryant scored 13 points and Carmelo Anthony had 12 points and 10 rebounds. Team USA finished 5-0 and during their exhibition slate.
The U.S. begins preliminary play on August 10 against China. [The Sports Network]
Kobe Bryant scored 13 points and Carmelo Anthony had 12 points and 10 rebounds. Team USA finished 5-0 and during their exhibition slate.
The U.S. begins preliminary play on August 10 against China. [The Sports Network]
Brewers Teammates Scuffle During Game
At the start of the seventh inning of the Milwaukee Brewers' 6-3 loss to Cincinnati on Monday, first baseman Prince Fielder started swinging at his teammate Manny Parra. Parra, who had a no-hitter going into the fifth inning, was being replaced by a pinch-hitter after falling behind 6-1. He and Fielder were walking side-by-side in the dugout when the first baseman shoved and began swinging at Parra.
"It's within the family," Brewers Manager Ned Yost said after the game. He, along with everyone else in the Milwaukee clubhouse, refused to discuss details of the incident. "It's a little bit rude, when your neighbors are fighting next door, for you to go over and ask what happened. … It's nobody's business." [USA Today]
"It's within the family," Brewers Manager Ned Yost said after the game. He, along with everyone else in the Milwaukee clubhouse, refused to discuss details of the incident. "It's a little bit rude, when your neighbors are fighting next door, for you to go over and ask what happened. … It's nobody's business." [USA Today]
Gorilla Paradise Found
Researchers announced today that deep in the hinterlands of the Republic of the Congo lies a secret ape paradise that is home to 125,000 western lowland gorillas.
Western lowland gorrillas are classified as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). If this finding is confirmed, it would more than double the world's estimated population of the great ape subspecies.
Over the years, Western lowland gorillas have been devastated by illegal hunting for bush meat and the spread of the Ebola virus.
Western lowland gorrillas are classified as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). If this finding is confirmed, it would more than double the world's estimated population of the great ape subspecies.
Over the years, Western lowland gorillas have been devastated by illegal hunting for bush meat and the spread of the Ebola virus.
Doggie Does Good Deed
A golden retriever adopted three tiger cubs at a Kansas zoo after they were abandoned by their mother.
Safari Zoological Park owner Tom Harvey said the tiger cubs were born Sunday, but the mother stopped caring for them a day later. Mr. Harvey said the cubs were wandering around, trying to find their birth mother, who wouldn't pay attention to them. That's when the cubs were put in the care of a golden retriever.
Mr. Harvey said it's unusual for dogs to care for tiger cubs, but it does happen. He got the golden retriever after his wife saw television accounts of dogs caring for tiger cubs.
Safari Zoological Park owner Tom Harvey said the tiger cubs were born Sunday, but the mother stopped caring for them a day later. Mr. Harvey said the cubs were wandering around, trying to find their birth mother, who wouldn't pay attention to them. That's when the cubs were put in the care of a golden retriever.
Mr. Harvey said it's unusual for dogs to care for tiger cubs, but it does happen. He got the golden retriever after his wife saw television accounts of dogs caring for tiger cubs.
Breaking News...
CBS News is reporting that John "Junior" Gotti, former head of the Gambino crime family, was arrested Tuesday morning in connection with a drug smuggling ring and 3 prior mob-hits. Gotti's three previous trials have ended in mistrial.
Movie News
USA Today gives "Pineapple Express" 3.5 out of 4 stars. The film, being released this weekend, stars Seth Rogan and James Franco as two potheads on the run for their lives after one of them witnesses a murder at the hands of a cop.
The AP is reporting that for the third weekend in a row, "The Dark Knight" led the box office, pulling in $42.7 million. For the three of you who haven't seen this movie, leave your cubical now and go catch a matinee.
"Tropic Thunder" stars Roberty Downey, Jr., Ben Stiller and Jack Black, visited Marine base Camp Pendleton for a special screening of their new film.
The AP is reporting that for the third weekend in a row, "The Dark Knight" led the box office, pulling in $42.7 million. For the three of you who haven't seen this movie, leave your cubical now and go catch a matinee.
"Tropic Thunder" stars Roberty Downey, Jr., Ben Stiller and Jack Black, visited Marine base Camp Pendleton for a special screening of their new film.
Entertainment Update, Part 1
Here are the top Entertainment news stories for Tuesday, August 5, 2008.
The BBC is reporting that Mary-Kate Olsen is refusing to speak to investigators about Heath Ledger's death unless she is granted prosecutorial immunity.
The LA Times reports that Morgan Freeman is "in good spirits" after his serious car accident on Sunday night. The Oscar winner broke an arm and elbow, but is looking to have a full recovery.
Bernie Mac is currently being hospitalized with severe pneumonia at a Chicago hospital. The hospital stay is drawing attention to another disorder the funny man suffers from: Sarcoidosis, which is an immune system disorder that can make it hard to breathe, inflames lymph nodes in the neck and the chest, and causes bumps and ulcers to break out on people’s skin.
According to TV Guide Magazine, Charlie Sheen, star of the hit show Two and a Half Men, is the highest paid TV actor in the United States, taking in $825,000 per episode. Law & Order's Mariska Hargitay was the best paid woman for TV drama, earning $400,000 per episode. Peanuts compared to Oprah Winfrey's $385 million annually for hosting her daytime talk show.
The BBC is reporting that Mary-Kate Olsen is refusing to speak to investigators about Heath Ledger's death unless she is granted prosecutorial immunity.
The LA Times reports that Morgan Freeman is "in good spirits" after his serious car accident on Sunday night. The Oscar winner broke an arm and elbow, but is looking to have a full recovery.
Bernie Mac is currently being hospitalized with severe pneumonia at a Chicago hospital. The hospital stay is drawing attention to another disorder the funny man suffers from: Sarcoidosis, which is an immune system disorder that can make it hard to breathe, inflames lymph nodes in the neck and the chest, and causes bumps and ulcers to break out on people’s skin.
According to TV Guide Magazine, Charlie Sheen, star of the hit show Two and a Half Men, is the highest paid TV actor in the United States, taking in $825,000 per episode. Law & Order's Mariska Hargitay was the best paid woman for TV drama, earning $400,000 per episode. Peanuts compared to Oprah Winfrey's $385 million annually for hosting her daytime talk show.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Got a Little Muscle Pain? Just Take Some Deer Penis With a Full Glass of Water.
Olympic athletes in Beijing are being advised not to use traditional methods to heal injuries because they may contain some herbal substances that are banned. That sucks. If you were an Olympic athlete, wouldn't the first thing you'd go for be deer penis? Because deer penis is apparently magical and can heal injuries.
But don't go downing raw deer penis right away. You have to first mix it with some alcohol and take it every day or two.
If only I had known back in third grade when I tripped on the balance beam and broke my arm, I would have said, "Mom, go get me some deer penis and alcohol."
If you are not an Olympic athlete, you can still head on over to Beijing to take in the full glory of human athleticism. And while there, you can stop by Guolizhuang and get yourself some ox, donkey, and sheep penises (and deer penises, of course).
And if you feel like dropping a cool $500, you can also get some Canadian seal penises.
Penis: It's what's for dinner.
But don't go downing raw deer penis right away. You have to first mix it with some alcohol and take it every day or two.
If only I had known back in third grade when I tripped on the balance beam and broke my arm, I would have said, "Mom, go get me some deer penis and alcohol."
If you are not an Olympic athlete, you can still head on over to Beijing to take in the full glory of human athleticism. And while there, you can stop by Guolizhuang and get yourself some ox, donkey, and sheep penises (and deer penises, of course).
And if you feel like dropping a cool $500, you can also get some Canadian seal penises.
Penis: It's what's for dinner.
What's in Your Freezer? Mr. Chicken? Your Wife?
How's this for irony? Sir Anthony Hopkins played a famous cannibal. Now another Anthony Hopkins, an Alabaman evangelist preacher, was arrested last week on charges of murder. Seems his wife, a mother of eight, has been missing for three years. The police received a tip from a relative of Hopkins, searched his home, and found his wife... in the freezer.
Whether or not he planned on eating her liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti is unknown.
Whether or not he planned on eating her liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti is unknown.
The Lost Boys: Where Are They Now?
In preparation for the Lost Boys 2: The Tribe, coming straight to a dvd near you, see what Keifer, Corey, Corey, Jason, and Jamie are all up to today.
Republicans Wage Sit-In Protest
On Monday, House Republicans vowed to continue their energy protest until Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi allows a vote on domestic oil drilling.
On Friday, Republicans refused to leave after Congress adjourned for the summer. They sat there in the dark, talking amongst themselves.
“The cameras may not be on, the lights may not be on, but this is the people’s House and the people will still be heard on this day,” declared Rep. Mike Pence (R-Ind.).
On Friday, Republicans refused to leave after Congress adjourned for the summer. They sat there in the dark, talking amongst themselves.
“The cameras may not be on, the lights may not be on, but this is the people’s House and the people will still be heard on this day,” declared Rep. Mike Pence (R-Ind.).
Morgan Freeman in Serious Condition
Oscar winner Morgan Freeman, currently seen in the blockbuster hit "The Dark Knight," was airlifted to a Tennessee hospital after a serious car accident Sunday night.
Police report that Mr. Freeman, 71, was driving on Highway 32 near the town of Ruleville, Miss., just before midnight when his car left the road and flipped several times. Freeman and a female passenger had to be extracted from the vehicle and flown to Regional Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn.
Police report that Mr. Freeman, 71, was driving on Highway 32 near the town of Ruleville, Miss., just before midnight when his car left the road and flipped several times. Freeman and a female passenger had to be extracted from the vehicle and flown to Regional Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn.
Does the FBI have Blood on their Hands?
Bruce Ivins, the FBI’s prime suspect in the 2001 anthrax mailings that killed five people committed suicide last week. Ivins overdosed on a mix of Tylenol with codeine after being told the FBI planned to charge him with producing the anthrax used in the deadly mailings that terrorized the U.S. following the Sept. 11 attacks.
Today, a friend and former colleague of the microbiologist claims federal investigators were going after the wrong person and that it was their “relentless pressure of accusation and innuendo” on Ivins that led to his suicide.
Today, a friend and former colleague of the microbiologist claims federal investigators were going after the wrong person and that it was their “relentless pressure of accusation and innuendo” on Ivins that led to his suicide.
Bored at Work? Create Your Own Superhero!
MarvelKids.com has a cool interactive feature that lets you create your own superhero. Whether you're a comic enthusiast or just bored, it's a great time-killer!
Here is my superhero, Minnesota Gray.
Breaking Celeb News: Christina Applegate Treated for Cancer
Emmy-winning actress Christina Applegate is currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Her publicist says the disease was caught early and the actress is expected to fully recover.
Ms. Applegate will appear on a multi-network television special, "Stand Up To Cancer," airing on September 5 to raise money for cancer research.
Ms. Applegate currently stars in the hit ABC show, "Samantha Who?" (Love it!)
I know I speak for us all when wishing Ms. Applegate a full and speedy recovery.
Ms. Applegate will appear on a multi-network television special, "Stand Up To Cancer," airing on September 5 to raise money for cancer research.
Ms. Applegate currently stars in the hit ABC show, "Samantha Who?" (Love it!)
I know I speak for us all when wishing Ms. Applegate a full and speedy recovery.
News: People Who Shouldn't Be Parents, Part 1
Home Alone, Part 52 - The Toddler in the Israeli Airport
A couple going on a Parisian vacation with their five children remembered to take their duty-free shopping and nearly twenty suitcases, but forgot their 3-year-old daughter at the airport.
Their three year old daughter. Alone. In an Israeli airport. And they didn't even realize she was missing until they were informed by the aircraft staff after being in the air almost an hour.
This is why parenting should require a valid license!
A couple going on a Parisian vacation with their five children remembered to take their duty-free shopping and nearly twenty suitcases, but forgot their 3-year-old daughter at the airport.
Their three year old daughter. Alone. In an Israeli airport. And they didn't even realize she was missing until they were informed by the aircraft staff after being in the air almost an hour.
This is why parenting should require a valid license!
The $14 Million Dollar Kids
The "special double issue" hits newsstands today. Nineteen pages of interviews and photos. Nineteen pages for fourteen million dollars.
People Magazine as shelled out the massive pay-off for the exclusive first shots of twins Knox Léon and Vivienne Marcheline.
After just three weeks, Brad can already tell that "Viv is proving to resemble Ange in spirit, attitude and physicality, [a]nd Knox, he's a bit of me."
Brangelina plan on donating the payday to charity.
What do you think? Is this a disturbing new trend among celebs - accessorizing their children? Or is it just plain old generosity and smart business to sell to the highest bidder and donate the money to charity?
Sound off!
People Magazine as shelled out the massive pay-off for the exclusive first shots of twins Knox Léon and Vivienne Marcheline.
After just three weeks, Brad can already tell that "Viv is proving to resemble Ange in spirit, attitude and physicality, [a]nd Knox, he's a bit of me."
Brangelina plan on donating the payday to charity.
What do you think? Is this a disturbing new trend among celebs - accessorizing their children? Or is it just plain old generosity and smart business to sell to the highest bidder and donate the money to charity?
Sound off!
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