tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56553725122616480442024-03-12T16:24:50.759-07:00Picture ThemeAlexhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09917403252912201983noreply@blogger.comBlogger1215125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-61058899296950638582012-10-09T14:08:00.002-07:002012-10-09T14:08:35.577-07:00Turhan bey dies<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Turhan bey dies, 1940s Hollywood actor dies in Austria - Turhan Bey, an actor whose exotic good looks earned him the nickname of "Turkish Delight" in films with Errol Flynn and Katherine Hepburn before he left Hollywood for a quieter life in Vienna, has died. He was 90.<br />
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Marita Ruiter, who exhibited Bey's photos in her Luxembourg gallery, told the Austria Press Agency on Tuesday that Bey died in the Austrian capital on Sept. 30 after a long struggle with Parkinson's disease and was cremated on Monday.<br />
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While celebrated for supporting roles alongside Flynn, Hepburn, John Wayne, Peter Lorre and other film greats of the 1940s, friends described Bey as a modest, unassuming man who never bragged of his ties with the stars of the era.<br />
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"He was a man brimming with humor, with plenty of aplomb and self-irony, and was very popular," Ruiter was quoted as saying. "He wasn't the kind who cared a lot about honors."<br />
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Born in Austria as Gilbert Selahettin Schultavey, the son of a Turkish diplomat, Bey assumed his stage name shortly after moving to the United States with his Jewish Czech mother from Vienna to escape the Nazis and being discovered by talent scouts from Warner Bros. studios.<br />
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His popular name was "Turkish Delight" - a reference to his suave good looks that made him an ideal partner to exotics like Maria Montez in escapist Technicolor adventure fantasies set in faraway places.<br />
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He starred or had major roles alongside the big stars of the era in films such as "A Night in Paradise," "Out of the Blue," and "The Amazing Mr. X" until the popularity of the genre faded in the 1950s.<br />
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Moving back to Vienna, he made living as a photographer and occasional stage director, again returning after a brief film and television comeback in the 1990s that earned him an Emmy nomination for his performance as the venerable Turval in the "Babylon 5" space fantasy TV series.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-32510349515818290562012-10-09T14:03:00.000-07:002012-10-09T14:03:18.884-07:00Kid Rock Paul Ryan<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Kid Rock, Paul Ryan Take Jabs at Obama at Michigan Rally, Kid Rock gave vice presidential hopeful Paul Ryan a rock star introduction at a campaign rally in Michigan Monday evening. Rock, whose real name is Robert Ritchie, said he knows his support for Mitt Romney may "alienate a few fans" but he didn't care.<br />
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"I really believe strongly that it's okay to disagree on politics and the direction of our country without hating one another," he said.<br />
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During his introductory speech, Rock also expressed frustration over President Obama's job performance.<br />
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"I also want to be real clear that I am very proud to say that we had elected our first black president. I'm sorry, I'm sorry he didn't do a better job. I really wish he would have-I do."<br />
Rock, 41, sounded impressed by how Romney performed during last week's debate with Obama.<br />
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Although he wanted for Obama to have done better, Rock said the debate speaks for itself, saying "the facts are the facts and we just saw them come to light in the last debate with no outside BS, no bias media involved, no interruptions and negative politics ads every five seconds and most importantly no damn teleprompters."<br />
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"Yeah, I enjoyed it so much I think I might throw a keg party for the Ryan-Biden debate."<br />
Rock, a Michigan native, introduced Ryan to the crowd as a "fellow hunter, a fellow fan of rock and roll and a great Midwesterner.<br />
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Ryan focused his talk on the dismal jobs report and sluggish employment rate.<br />
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"(President Barack Obama) said that the economy would be growing at 4% this year. Well now it's growing at 1.3%. The economy is growing slower this year than it grew last year and last year it was slower than the year before," said Ryan.<br />
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"We need to make sure that people who are caught in between, who are slipping through the cracks, get the skills they need to get the careers they want so they can get back on their feet and get back on the path to prosperity, get back in the middle class, have higher take-home pay, go back to work."</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-475885952858816022012-10-09T13:52:00.001-07:002012-10-09T13:52:52.053-07:00Wes Welker Comments<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Wes Welker Comments, New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said on Monday that he “didn’t really see” the comments from Wes Welker following the team’s 31-21 win on Sunday, in which Welker seemed to take a good-natured jab at his coach.<br />
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“Yeah it’s kind of nice to stick it in Bill’s face once in a while,” Welker said jokingly and with a wink when asked during a Comcast Sportsnet interview how it felt to catch 13 balls in the game as compared to the three he snagged in Week 1. “So this is definitely a good one.”<br />
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Welker is playing under the $9.5 million franchise tag this season after he and the team could not come to terms on a long-term deal. A major storyline over the first few weeks of the season was his reduced role in the Patriots offense, a subplot that has faded in recent weeks thanks to injuries to receiver Julian Edelman and Aaron Hernandez.<br />
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After catching just eight passes over the first two weeks combined, Welker has averaged 10 catches per game since. He ranks second in the NFL with 38 catches on the season.<br />
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Upon being informed of Welker’s comment at his daily news conference Monday, Belichick said, “You should ask him about it then. What he meant by it, I don’t know.”</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-91119120702049705782012-10-09T13:47:00.000-07:002012-10-09T13:47:17.120-07:00Car Sliced In Half<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Car Sliced In Half, A car was cut in half after smashing into trees along a Long Island parkway Monday morning, killing four 18-year-old passengers, New York State Police said. The 17-year-old driver, who had a learner's permit, was taken to a hospital.<br />
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The accident on the westbound Southern State Parkway happened at about 4 a.m., closing the roadway for more than five hours on a quiet Columbus Day holiday. Backpacks and other personal items could be seen inside the wreckage.<br />
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Glass, debris and other car parts were strewn along a wooded area adjacent to a nearby neighborhood street, where one neighbor said she was awakened by the sound of a loud explosion.<br />
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"Just a loud boom," said Amy Buchanan, who lives on nearby Taylor Road. Her home is about 50 yards from where the late-model Subaru came to rest. She said other neighbors told her one apparent survivor of the crash was seen walking near the wreckage.<br />
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State Police identified the driver as 17-year-old Joseph Beer of Queens. His four passengers were not immediately identified. Police said those killed were thrown out of the vehicle after the driver failed to negotiate a curve in the road and crashed into the woods.<br />
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The front and rear parts of the vehicle were loaded separately onto a flatbed truck and carted away from the scene.<br />
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Buchanan said the area is the site of frequent accidents. "I've lived here for 10 years and there has been an accident almost in that exact spot every year, but never as one as horrific as this," she said.<br />
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The parkway was reopened shortly before 10 a.m.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-30413618250119901892012-10-09T13:42:00.000-07:002012-10-09T13:42:09.206-07:00QVC Host Faints<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
QVC Host Faints, QVC knows that in the world of live television, the show must go on. So when a QVC host fainted live on air, her co-host continued to hawk the products without skipping a beat. On Sunday night, host Dan Hughes welcomed QVC guest host Cassie Slane to sell a kid-friendly Android tablet, but in the middle of the segment something went awry. Slane began to pat her chest and appear disoriented. Then, the QVC host fainted live on air.<br />
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Although the camera cut to a shot of the product, Hughes, who did ask if Slane was okay, continued to pitch the FunTab Pro for children. QVC’s Carolyn Gracie replaced Slane and finished the segment with Hughes.<br />
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Slane, a mother of three, took to her Facebook page to address the fainting episode. “Thanks to everyone for your kind words,” she wrote. “I am feeling alot [sic] better today!”<br />
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A QVC spokesman said Slane suffered a “brief fainting spell” and has recovered, according to the New York Daily News.<br />
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Gracie responded to a Facebook fan who asked why Slane fainted, according to ABC News, saying: “She had a couple of fainting spells due to low blood sugar. Poor thing. She is such a nice girl.”</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-47000683626670840122012-10-09T13:36:00.003-07:002012-10-09T13:36:50.556-07:00Kim Kardashian Kanye West Miami Mansion<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Kim Kardashian Kanye West Miami Mansion, Grammy-winning rapper Kanye West and Kim Kardashian could not avoid paparazzi cameras this week, getting spotted in Miami, Florida doing a little bit of house hunting. While details are still slim, KimYe are reportedly on the prowl for their own permanent Miami getaway.<br />
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Are Kanye West and Kim Kardashian ready to take the next step in their relationship and buy property together? The famous couple was spotted house hunting in Miami on Monday. Yeezy, who was dressed in his gym clothes and red Balenciaga pleated high-tops, was a perfect gentleman, holding the umbrella for his girlfriend as they toured some pricey real estate in the rain. The paparazzi followed them throughout the day, winding up at Prime One Twelve where they had dinner. (Rap-Up)<br />
Recently, Kardashian delved into her love for Yeezy and why their bond is everlasting.<br />
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“It’s so nice to have a best friend in this game who understands everything you’re going through. Being with someone I’ve known for so many years is comforting. He’s been there through so many different stages of my life and before I was famous, so this relationship is a different thing entirely. It’s good to be aware that he definitely doesn’t want anything from me too, because he understands the business,” she said. “I can’t even think about being with anyone else than the man I’m with.” (Tatler)<br />
A few weeks ago, G.O.O.D. Music’s Big Sean revealed just how happy Kim makes Ye.<br />
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“Yeah, that’s the homie right there,” Sean said to DJ Whoo Kid, referring to Kim. “She’s a cool person all around. I think her and Ye, they really make each other happy. So it’s tight. I’ve never seen him so happy. I can’t even remember the last time I’ve seen him so happy. It’s tight. Yeah, she’s out here doing her thing. … And it don’t get much better than that. She’s doing her thing.” (Avenue A Soundcheck)<br />
G.O.O.D. Music’s Common recently co-signed Ye’s current love life.<br />
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“Oh man, they are great — they are a great match,” said Common, one of Kanye’s best pals and musical partners, when asked about the famous romance during the Season 2 premiere of AMC’s Hell On Wheels. So what makes Kimye a match made in reality star-rapper heaven? Their love, of course. “Love is the biggest key to a good match,” he said. “I think they have that.” (Wet Paint)</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-24676015564523402432012-10-09T13:31:00.002-07:002012-10-09T13:31:50.647-07:00Tammy Sytch Fourth Arrest<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Tammy Sytch Fourth Arrest, Former WWE performer Tammy Sytch, famously known as Sunny, is entering a rehabilitation center again after being arrested three consecutive days this week in Connecticut for crimes related to domestic violence.
According to WFSB Channel 3 in Connecticut, Sytch kept returning to her boyfriend’s home after police ordered her not to. During one of the incidents, she placed him in a headlock and pulled his hair. Later, she was intoxicated and entered the residence by climbing through a window.
According to Branford Police, the 39-year-old was first arrested for disorderly conduct on Tuesday at 8:55 p.m. She was released on $500 bond and appeared in New Haven Superior Court on those charges.
Sytch was arrested again on Wednesday at 4:49 p.m. for disorderly conduct and strangulation for an incident involving the same man. She was also charged with violating a restraining order. She was arraigned that day at Superior Court in New Haven and released on $25,000 bond.
Sytch was arrested on Thursday 8:00 p.m. for once again violating a restraining order. She was released on $2,500 bond and appeared at Superior Court in New Haven Friday.
Sytch was released into the care of her sister, who was taking her to a rehabilitation center in New Jersey. The website notes that WWE is expected to pay for her medical care.
“There’s a bed waiting for her today,” said Sytch’s sister, Denise Stone in court Friday.
According to F4WOnline.com, the incidents occurred at the home of independent wrestler Damien Darling, who is, or at least was as of earlier this week, Sytch’s boyfriend. She had recently moved to his house in Branford, Connecticut. The chain of events began with a major argument between the two.
This will mark as at least Sytch’s fourth stint in rehab-WWE stated to TMZ.com that they had sponsored her on three occasions. The legendary Diva was admitted to an emergency room on July 13 for consuming a large amount of vodka and subsequently entered rehab a few days later. She claimed sobriety after completing the program in August.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-89141629594885280202012-10-09T13:25:00.003-07:002012-10-09T13:25:34.176-07:00Jennifer Aniston Engagement Ring<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Jennifer Aniston Engagement Ring, Jennifer Aniston finally debuts enormous engagement ring. It's the rock the world has been waiting for. Nearly two months after getting engaged to boyfriend Justin Theroux, Jennifer Aniston has finally stepped out wearing her engagement ring. And it's a whopper!<br />
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The 43-year-old was spotted wearing a large diamond on the ring finger of her left hand as she vacationed in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with her fiancé over the weekend. The actress has been in nearby Albuquerque shooting scenes for her upcoming comedy "We're the Millers."<br />
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So what was the reason for the delay in debuting the sparkler? It's unclear whether Aniston only recently got the ring or if her main squeeze gave it to her back when he popped the question on August 10, which also happened to be his 41st birthday. Perhaps she just held off on sporting it since she's been working on set so much?<br />
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In the film, she plays a woman hired by a drug smuggler to pretend to be his wife, and thus, spends many of her scenes wearing a simple gold wedding band. Some speculated that the band might actually belong to Aniston, but most of us were patiently waiting for her to debut some big bling.<br />
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And now that she finally has, no one within miles can miss it!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-57499395971805420392012-10-09T11:45:00.001-07:002012-10-09T11:47:48.277-07:00Celebrity Affairs<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Celebrity Famous Affairs, Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is reportedly engaged to his former mistress. Of course, he’s not the first cheater to end up with the "other person." Click through to see who lived happily ever after, and who had a not-so-happy ending.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Tiki Barber</span></b><br />
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The former NFL running back reportedly left his longtime wife – who was pregnant with twins at the time – for a much-younger NBC intern in 2010.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Ingrid Bergman</span></b><br />
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The three-time Oscar winner was already married with one child when she shocked Hollywood with her scandalous affair with a married film director in 1950.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Humphrey Bogart</span></b><br />
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The Oscar-winning actor was in his mid-40s – and married – when he met the teen actress who would become his mistress on the set of this movie in 1944.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Eddie Fisher</span></b><br />
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The 1950s crooner was still married to actress Debbie Reynolds when he left her for her best friend in 1959.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Newt Gingrich</span></b><br />
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The outspoken critic of President Bill Clinton left his second wife in 1999 for a three-decades-younger congressional clerk he had been cheating with for several years.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Rudy Giuliani</span></b><br />
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The former New York City mayor was still married to his second wife when he started showing up at public events with another woman. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Ethan Hawke</span></b><br />
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The "Training Day" star was still married to his "Gattaca" co-star and mother of his two children when he reportedly began a relationship in 2004 with someone very close to their family.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">King Henry VIII</span></b><br />
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The British monarch married Catherine of Aragon in 1509 but left her for a maid of honor when Catherine failed to produce a male heir. <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Marvin Mandel</span></b><br />
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The married governor shocked constituents in 1973 when he announced he was in love with another woman. What was his wife’s reaction?<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">John McCain</span></b><br />
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The Republican senator returned to his first wife in 1973 after nearly six years as a prisoner of war but left her six years later for a much younger teacher from a wealthy family.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Steve McQueen</span></b><br />
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The "King of Cool" was at the height of his Hollywood fame (see his filmography) when left his wife of 15 years to be with his younger, up-and-coming co-star in a 1972 movie.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Prince Charles</span></b><br />
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The future king of England – whose 1981 wedding to Diana Spencer was a global spectacle – reportedly carried on an affair for years with a woman he met at a polo match in 1970.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">LeAnn Rimes</span></b><br />
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The country singer wed a backup dancer in 2002, but the marriage was over by 2009 amid reports of an affair with her Lifetime movie co-star.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Mark Sanford</span></b><br />
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The then-married former governor made headlines when he was reported missing and upon his return, confessed to spending time with his mistress abroad.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Tori Spelling</span></b><br />
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The "Beverly Hills, 90210" actress was still married to Charlie Shanian when she made a love connection with her co-star in a 2005 Lifetime movie.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Elizabeth Taylor</span></b><br />
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The oft-married actress left husband Eddie Fisher – who left his spouse in 1959 for Taylor – in 1964 to began a turbulent relationship with her "Cleopatra" co-star.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Donald Trump</span></b><br />
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The outspoken reality-show star and entrepreneur – now married to wife no. 3 – reportedly began a relationship in the late 1980s with a then-unknown “actress” while still married to his first wife.</div>
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"My name is Jaycee Dugard. I want to say that. For a long time, I wasn’t able to say my name, and it feels good."<br />
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The 31-year-old kidnapping survivor was honored at the Diane von Furstenberg Awards in New York City. What did she say about her future?<br />
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"Let us talk about this to future generations and progress to a safe and better future of Japan."<br />
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Emperor Akihito spoke to the people of Japan on the one-year anniversary of the devastating earthquake and tsunami. How many were killed?<br />
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"It's a rite of passage in this new era. Some people will feel sad about it and nostalgic about it. But we have a better tool now. The website is continuously updated, it’s much more expansive and it has multimedia."<br />
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The president of Encyclopaedia Britannica Inc. spoke about the end of the once hugely popular reference books.<br />
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"We saw on the selection show we had Duke and we thought we could match up very well against them. We all believed it and we showed it on the floor. Everybody bought into that idea that we could beat them. The rest is history.''<br />
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Lehigh University forward John Adams explained how his No. 15 Mountain Hawks beat the No. 2 Duke Blue Devils in their opening-round game of the NCAA tournament. <br />
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"This is a movie about the vast gray area where 99 percent of our politics actually takes place."<br />
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Former McCain-Palin adviser Nicolle Wallace appeared on "This Week" to discuss the HBO movie (watch the trailer) that relives the 2008 presidential campaign. Who played her in the film?<br />
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"I will never get that sound of her screaming out of my head."<br />
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An American Airlines passenger spoke to reporters after disembarking a flight (where was it headed?) in which passengers had to help subdue an out-of-control attendant.<br />
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"There are other states with more than one language, as is the case with Hawaii, but to be a state of the U.S., English should be the main language."<br />
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The Republican presidential candidate shared his controversial thoughts on Puerto Rico becoming a state.<br />
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"While that attention was great for raising awareness about Joseph Kony, it also brought a lot of attention to Jason -- and, because of how personal the film is, many of the attacks against it were also very personal, and Jason took them very hard."<br />
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The wife of the Invisible Children co-founder blamed her husband’s nude public rant on criticism of his "Kony 2012" documentary.<br />
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"In the end I felt the Broncos were just a good fit. This is truly a special football environment, and I'm glad to be a part of it."<br />
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The former Indianapolis Colts quarterback signed with the Denver Broncos after weeks of speculation about the free agent’s future.<br />
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"He is not some psychopath. He's an outstanding soldier who has given a lot for this country."<br />
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Bales’ former platoon leader reacted to accusations that the soldier had killed 17 civilians in Afghanistan, including 11 people from the same family.<br />
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"I could not be prouder of these guys. It's hard to not come to tears when they finally crossed under this arch in first place."<br />
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The 25-year-old musher spoke fondly of his nine-dog sled team after winning the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race.<br />
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"There's an insane amount of chatter about this, which although certainly villainizes us, in many ways is very good for the homeless people we're trying to help. Homelessness is actually a subject being discussed at SXSW and these people are no longer invisible."<br />
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The head of innovation at BBH Labs responded to the controversy surrounding homeless people being hired to provide SXSW attendees with mobile wireless hot spots<br />
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"I've calculated the chance of Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom celebrating their golden anniversary. Even when I extend it to 15 decimal places, the probability is still zero."<br />
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New York Times writers Garth Sundem and John Tierney revisited their 2006 equation that aims to predict the staying power of celebrity marriages.<br />
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"Today is my last day at Goldman Sachs. After almost 12 years at the firm – first as a summer intern while at Stanford, then in New York for 10 years, and now in London – I believe I have worked here long enough to understand the trajectory of its culture, its people and its identity. And I can honestly say that the environment now is as toxic and destructive as I have ever seen it."<br />
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The former Goldman Sachs executive director reportedly caused shares to drop after he published his resignation letter in the New York Times.<br />
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"I guess we’re not allowed to hang out at the Sudanese Embassy."<br />
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The Oscar winner joked with reporters after his arrest for protesting at the Washington, D.C., embassy.<br />
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"My choice of words was not the best, and in the attempt to be humorous, I created a national stir. I sincerely apologize to Ms. Fluke for the insulting word choices."<br />
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Controversial radio host Rush Limbaugh offered a public apology for his criticism of the Georgetown University law student who testified before Congress about insurance coverage for contraception.<br />
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"Daisey lied to me and to ‘This American Life’ producer Brian Reed during the fact checking we did on the story, before it was broadcast. That doesn't excuse the fact that we never should've put this on the air. In the end, this was our mistake."<br />
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"This American Life" host Ira Glass announced he would devote an entire episode to retracting the public radio show’s "Mr. Daisey Goes to the Apple Factory" story.<br />
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"Saying goodbye is the hardest thing I've ever had to do. I'm leaving with a heavy heart, a clear conscience and I have high, high hopes for the future."<br />
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The former Illinois governor spoke to reporters outside his house as he left to report to prison on corruption charges.<br />
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"There shouldn’t be a divide. You know? It's music, and it's innocent."<br />
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The R&B singer defended her decision to collaborate with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown on her new song.<br />
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"OK, so Peyton Manning was a tremendous MVP quarterback, but he's been injured. If that injury comes back, Denver will find itself without a quarterback. And in my opinion, it would serve them right."<br />
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During a taping of The 700 Club, the televangelist blasted the trade of Denver Broncos’ QB Tim Tebow for former Indianapolis Colts’ gridiron star and Super Bowl standout Peyton Manning.<br />
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"My main message is to the parents of Trayvon Martin. You know, if I had a son, he’d look like Trayvon. I think they are right to expect that all of us as Americans are going to take this with the seriousness it deserves, and we are going to get to the bottom of exactly what happened."<br />
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President Barack Obama responded (watch video) to the shooting death in Florida of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-72751212338321381122012-03-24T05:53:00.000-07:002012-03-24T05:53:50.055-07:00They Dated How Long?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">They Dated How Long?</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaudxWgcksHzhNZb-P4tRwyvGoGccFq73211Qhl_FT6BN-GqITOXy0R_zvWy3Sxyj5TyfRMelPwyQoX5UDVpdLXSclqX222ofsic5pDg6o9S836nPCoNFC7TPZ1DcyXSqBtIMk2oC5I0Lp/s1600/They-Dated-How-Long--001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaudxWgcksHzhNZb-P4tRwyvGoGccFq73211Qhl_FT6BN-GqITOXy0R_zvWy3Sxyj5TyfRMelPwyQoX5UDVpdLXSclqX222ofsic5pDg6o9S836nPCoNFC7TPZ1DcyXSqBtIMk2oC5I0Lp/s400/They-Dated-How-Long--001.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>They dated how long? Are those wedding bells we hear for Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt? Recent construction at the Hollywood "it" couple's estate in France has fueled new rumors that they will soon walk down the aisle -- several years and a small brood later. Only time will tell whether Brangelina will get hitched, but let’s look at other prominent couples who took their time to say "I do" before living happily ever after.<br />
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Feb 25 : Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are reportedly building a huge reception hall behind the chapel on their French estate, igniting rumours that the pair are ready to marry.<br />
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They had made a pact that they would not get hitched until gay marriage was legalised in the United States.<br />
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But Pitt, 48, has since admitted that his children are begging him to buy their mother an engagement ring.<br />
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Now it seems the ‘Moneyball’ star may have given in, and the pair could be set to finally tie the knot later this year.<br />
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Aerial images of the construction site show a large white building being erected next to the quaint chapel, which is part of their Provence chateau, the Daily Mail reported.<br />
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According to reports, builders are working hard to have the venue ready for September.<br />
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The couple are also believed to have visited the site to check on progress over the weekend.<br />
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They were already in France to attend the Paris premiere of Jolie’s directorial debut ‘In the Land of Blood and Honey’ on Feb 16.<br />
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Musician Sting and Trudie Styler built a lasting relationship before marriage, but after they wed they combined love and another ingredient to keep that marital spark aflame.<br />
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We know that Carmelo Anthony’s got game with the New York Knicks, but his moves off the basketball court won the heart of ex-MTV VJ La La Vazquez, whose reality series tracked all the preparations leading to the big day.<br />
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Pop diva Beyoncé and hip-hop mogul Jay-Z celebrated the arrival of their new bundle of joy publicly in song, but the couple kept their romance low-key before Hova put a ring on it away from the media glare.<br />
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Billionaire Warren Buffett wed his second wife, Astrid, two years after the 2004 death of his first wife, who introduced the pair after she decided to lead a separate life from the Berkshire Hathaway CEO and philanthropist.<br />
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She was Baby Spice in the girl pop group Spice Girls, but Emma Bunton gave birth twice before her longtime singer-turned-chef beau Jade Jones popped the question.<br />
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Before Connie Chung became a trail-blazing CBS reporter, she was an intern serving coffee to TV news anchor Maury Povich, who later became known more for a DNA testing ploy than his journalism.<br />
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Before Duchess Catherine donned a designer dress and tiara for the 2011 wedding seen around the world, she was Kate Middleton, a college chum who attracted Prince William with this charming trait.<br />
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Actress Goldie Hawn had already given marriage a try – twice – so when sparks flew between her and Kurt Russell on the set of their romantic comedy, they never tied the knot, opting to define commitment on their own terms.<br />
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LeBron James sizzles on the court as one-third of a power NBA trio, but the 27-year-old “King” rang in the new year with a slam dunk when sweetheart Savannah Brinson said yes when he asked her to be his queen.<br />
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When they first met in 1983, broadcast journalist Andrea Mitchell interviewed former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan for a news story, but romance turned that brief encounter into a long-lasting assignment of the heart.<br />
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Perky star chef, author and talk show host Rachael Ray knows her way around a kitchen, but singer John Cusimano helped her develop the recipe for love.<br />
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Figure skating was Kristi Yamaguchi's first love, earning her Olympic accolades, but love struck again for the dance competition champ when pro hockey player Bret Hedican skated into her heart.<br />
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Mark Wahlberg honed his physique for an Oscar-nominated boxing drama, but the actor saves his toughest workouts for strengthening his bond with Rhea Durham and their growing funky bunch crew.<br />
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</span></b></div></div><b><span style="font-size: large;">George Takei</span></b><br />
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Sci-fi fans know George Takei as this "Star Trek" character, but in 2008 he took on the role of husband when he exchanged marriage vows with partner Brad Altman.</div>Alexhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09917403252912201983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-56109885759118442112012-01-19T00:44:00.000-08:002012-01-19T00:44:22.872-08:00Calculating Odds<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Calculating Odds</span></b></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe-L-rNh7t73QE6tzcs-HgCZiFI0xJsinidRPftY8LSS4T29NJsafMb5Q11ftrUGCOxmiyZGX21oMkUCIqZDlQ7APCqsLRS4lZKbW2JjU7uM_7AHmysEOoZZXF0vFTkGIXWyD8Y0s-Gw9a/s1600/Calculating-odds-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="369" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe-L-rNh7t73QE6tzcs-HgCZiFI0xJsinidRPftY8LSS4T29NJsafMb5Q11ftrUGCOxmiyZGX21oMkUCIqZDlQ7APCqsLRS4lZKbW2JjU7uM_7AHmysEOoZZXF0vFTkGIXWyD8Y0s-Gw9a/s400/Calculating-odds-001.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>What are the odds? Survivors of the Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster has compared it to the Titanic disaster, and rescue missions for the remaining missing people have been suspended because rescuers say there is zero chance of survival.<br />
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<a name='more'></a>This tragedy inspired us to consider how often things like this occur. We look at the odds of being involved in a deadly storm and other natural disasters, accidents and lucky events. Click through this list of likelihoods to figure out whether you should run in fear or try your hand.<br />
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The Jan. 13 Costa Concordia cruise line disaster left several people dead and missing after the ship went off route, hit a reef and ran aground. The captain abandoned ship before everyone was evacuated. It’s unclear how often cruise ships sink. See a list of past incidents.<br />
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As we saw in 2005 with Hurricane Katrina, the force of a hurricane can destroy homes, lives and even an entire city.<br />
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Although Katrina took place in August, the US may be more likely to get hit by a hurricane in September. What are the odds of your city being hit by a hurricane in September?<br />
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Being struck by lightning can affect a person mentally, physically, emotionally or worse.<br />
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A meteorite is an object from space, usually made of these materials, that survives impact with the earth's surface.<br />
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Fans of this suspenseful series may be wary of the dangers of flying. But for others, the friendly skies are the only option when it comes to travel.<br />
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Selachophobia sufferers and Peter Benchley fans may never wade in the surf.<br />
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Getting a royal flush in five-card poker will earn you ultimate bragging rights. Watch it happen.<br />
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Lottery payoffs can differ depending on the state and the game. But for those aiming to try their luck, the Mega Millions prize is where the big money is.<br />
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We all know the safety tips that help you arrive alive: buckle up for safety, don't drive drunk, minimize distractions. But sometimes tragedy strikes.<br />
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For superstitious types, the four-leaf clover can help ward off bad omens, or help find these good ones.<br />
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Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but for a unique gift, a pearl-filled Pinctada is hard to beat.<br />
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Having twins can mean double the trouble, double the noise and double the parental pride when they're successful.<br />
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Factors affecting divorce run the gamut -- whether it's money squabbles, irreconcilable differences or headline-grabbing reasons such as this one.<br />
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The Federal Trade Commission estimates this many Americans have their personal info stolen each year. Thieves can strike in public or online.<br />
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If only all tornadoes were about ruby slippers and Emerald Cities. Alas, twisters can be deadly business, as we have seen with the recent destruction of the April and May outbreaks.</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-22971426447346744112012-01-17T02:33:00.000-08:002012-01-17T02:33:32.297-08:00Best Time to Buy<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Best Time to Buy</span></b><br />
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Let’s face it – we’re all looking for a deal when it comes to flights. Unfortunately, it seems airfare is constantly increasing (read about 2012 air travel predictions. Whether you’re traveling to San Diego or Boston, consider these travel tips before you take off.<br />
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Need some new running shirts or yoga pants? You’ll feel more like exercising when you have the right apparel. Find out why exercising is so important for your health.<br />
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Although a new car will always set you back a bit financially, you can get a good deal if you shop at the right time. Find out which 2012 car gets top marks from Consumer Reports .<br />
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Interested in a new Windows phone, Droid or iPhone? Read reviews on Siri, the iPhone 4S’ big draw.<br />
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In addition to fine and everyday china, you can also find deals on used china on eBay or Craigslist.<br />
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This one might be easier to guess, since a certain holiday in February usually brings out the chocolate-buyer i<br />
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Have kids who play football? You’ll want to take advantage of the best time to buy football equipment. Desperate for NFL tickets but don’t want to pay top dollar? Shop in this month.<br />
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Fancy a new scent? Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a loved one, you’ll be sure to sniff out a deal when you wait until after this holiday for sales on perfumes and colognes.<br />
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New furniture usually hits stores twice a year, so your best bet on a deal is right before then, as stores look to move out old items.<br />
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Although you’ll find deals around Christmas, even bigger discounts can be found in a certain springtime month. Mark your calendar for the top 10 golf tournaments to watch this year.<br />
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In today’s housing market, you can get a deal at just about anytime of year, although there is one season that offers the best bargains. Read what experts are saying about the housing market in 2012.<br />
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According to Marshal Cohen, industry analyst for the NPD Group, a certain month can bring great deals on jeans. How often should you wash jeans? An article in the Washington Post discusses the pros and cons of washing irregularly.<br />
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Although you will find deals around certain holidays, like Christmas and Valentine’s Day, there are better sales at other times of the year.<br />
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There’s nothing like a new set of bedding to cozy up to after a long day’s work. Wondering what thread count you really need? Find out now.<br />
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Playground equipment, like swings and slides, can be pricey, as can outdoor games like bocce ball and croquet. Don’t cut corners on quality though – these items are likely to last a long time if they’re built well to begin with.Outdoor toys and playground equipment<br />
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The price of outerwear, like jackets and coats, varies. If you’re prepared to buy last year’s styles, you’ll likely get a much better deal. You might still be better off buying a known brand, like The North Face, Columbia or Mountain Hardwear.<br />
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Give new pajamas or slippers as gifts or treat yourself to a new pair<br />
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Love to garden but can’t afford top dollar for plants? You’ll find major discounts if you wait a bit. Consider subscribing to a gardening magazine, like “Better Homes and Gardens” or “Lawn & Landscape” for ideas.<br />
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Good news! Sales on sandals should be arriving soon. Get shopping to make sure you’re all set for that first heat wave. Check out what the Farmer’s Almanac says about the weather in 2012.<br />
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Although sales on shoes vary by type, there is a general rule of thumb for finding the best bargains. What does shoe designer Christian Louboutin have in stores this year?<br />
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Thinking about hitting the slopes? Buy skis instead of renting and you’ll save money in the long run. If you want a snowy adventure without the speed of downhill skiing, consider snowshoeing.<br />
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If you’re prepared to wait before buying this year’s styles, you’ll get a much better deal. Want to show off your new suit? Head to one of the top beaches in the country<br />
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A certain important football game often spurs people to purchase the latest TV and thus, retailers mark down their price. What technology giant is set to release their first TV?<br />
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Don’t wait for the holiday rush to find bargains on toys like board games and puzzles. Remember Tickle Me Elmo? Read about that and other toy fads through the years.</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-8616664096937097002012-01-10T19:46:00.000-08:002012-01-10T19:46:30.655-08:00Coachella lineup 2012<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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But unlike Coachella 2011, when the taste for comebacks seemed to be for ’80s revivals like Duran Duran, this year’s reunions are decidedly ’90s-era: Mazzy Star, Pulp and most notably At the Drive-In.<br />
This means is that the movement that began petitioning Coachella for a Phil Collins appearance last year after Duran Duran returned to the scene fell on deaf ears.<br />
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</div>It was a tough year for Phil Collins: he announced that he was quitting music this spring because he thinks no one likes him anymore. He took it back publicly, but we all know he’s feeling under-appreciated. The spontaneous Phil Collins parade in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, last year was charming but it wasn’t exactly a large-scale cultural happening.<br />
We’ll go to Coachella this year and we’ll like it—we’ll freak out to At the Drive-In and it will rule. But we’re not giving up hope—we’ve waited this long, we can wait another year: Phil Collins, Coachella ’13.<br />
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The festival’s lineup, which will span two full weekends this year, was posted on the official Coachella Festival Facebook page.<br />
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Headlining are The Black Keys, Radiohead, and a duel collaboration by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre.<br />
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Also participating are Florence + the Machine, Bon Iver, and David Guetta, among others.<br />
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The festival is continuing its trend of having a diverse music selection. From electronic dance music (Swedish House Mafia, Girl Talk, DJ Shadow) to indie hits (Arctic Monkeys, Feist, Wild Flag), Coachella has it all. We can’t wait!<br />
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</div>Coachella will take place April 13-15 and April 20-22 in California.<br />
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Check out the Facebook page for a complete list of acts.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-82476748462897009122012-01-10T13:18:00.000-08:002012-01-10T13:18:08.036-08:00Illinois Road kill Law<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Illinois Road kill Law</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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It allows anyone with a "furbearer" license to harvest roadkill for fur and/or meat. In six years of trapping, one thing has become apparent to Cody Champ: His pursuit of animal pelts isn't cheap, costing him $100 a week just for gas. So, it's little wonder the Illinois man welcomed a recent state law that allows him to get a few freebies, even if he needs a shovel and good gloves.<br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oHPpVvr8smc/Twyj-JDXJII/AAAAAAAAIGo/rhaRMPgx-OE/s1600/Illinois+Road+kill+Law+00nm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="225" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oHPpVvr8smc/Twyj-JDXJII/AAAAAAAAIGo/rhaRMPgx-OE/s400/Illinois+Road+kill+Law+00nm.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Among the hundreds of Illinois laws that took effect last year, the so-called "roadkill bill" got little attention despite being perhaps the quirkiest of all — allowing anyone with an Illinois furbearer license to salvage pelts or even food from the unfortunate fauna that prove no match for steel-belted radials.<br />
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Republican Rep. Norine Hammond pushed the measure straight-faced at the behest of a retired state conservation officer who thought it was a waste to allow animals' pelts to rot along the roadsides. Hammond said it was an opportunity for some people to make a little money, and could benefit the state by letting citizens carry out the task once relegated to state highway crews.<br />
Despite snickering from some lawmakers, the bill sailed through the General Assembly — twice, because lawmakers overrode a veto by Gov. Pat Quinn, who worried that motorists might suffer the same fate as the critters. One poke came from Rep. Lou Lang, a Chicago-area Democrat who asked what to do if a critter wasn't quite dead.<br />
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"Am I required to perform mouth-to-mouth on that dead skunk?" Lang demanded.<br />
Joking aside, at least 14 states have laws related to roadkill, including those that let motorists' keep animals they hit, though some pertain only to deer or bears, according to an informal survey for The Associated Press by the National Conference of State Legislatures.<br />
Idaho soon may join the list, after a three-year push by one legislator to allow roadside salvage of game animals. The state's fish and game agency, which once objected to the idea, is awaiting legislative review of a rule that would allow it "under some circumstances."<br />
"You shouldn't let that stuff go to waste," said Rep. Richard Harwood, an Idaho Republican who said he took up the cause after a game warden threatened a neighbor with a $350 fine if he messed with a run-over bobcat near his home for a hide that could net $200. "To be able not to grab it was kind of stupid. Why let it go to waste?"<br />
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Since Illinois' law took effect in October, Champ, a 26-year-old who lives in Dix, about 80 miles east of St. Louis, has skinned a mink and three raccoons he found dead while driving for his job with an electrical supply company.<br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0ecj3iEVV1I/Twyj9ndAMbI/AAAAAAAAIGk/4b53R5TMc3A/s1600/Illinois+Road+kill+Law+00.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="293" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0ecj3iEVV1I/Twyj9ndAMbI/AAAAAAAAIGk/4b53R5TMc3A/s400/Illinois+Road+kill+Law+00.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>He hasn't sold them yet, but pelts from certain wild animals are fetching the highest prices in years, due to a strong demand in Russia, China and other countries where they are valued more for their warmth than as a fashion statement. A raccoon skin routinely gets about $9, red fox $14 and muskrat $6.50, with top dollar often twice that amount. In Illinois, furs — mostly raccoon and muskrat — brought in $1.2 million in 2010, up 95 percent from the previous year.<br />
Even so, nobody stands to get rich off roadkill, Champ said, because animals favored by trappers — including coyotes, foxes, squirrels, opossums, raccoons, muskrats, beavers and mink — can't always be used for pelts when they meet their end on a roadway.<br />
What's more, Champ said, the law simply legalizes what some people have been doing quietly for years.<br />
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"Is a game warden really gonna get onto you for getting a few dollars" without a license, Champ said.<br />
The measure broadened the options under a state law that already let people collect deer killed by vehicles. The new law does stipulate that carcasses only may be salvaged if the animal is in season, to prevent people from poaching them the rest of the year and claiming they were roadkill. And people without the proper license are out of luck.<br />
There's no way to know how many have taken advantage of the new law. The state issued 4,202 furbearer licenses during the last season — which ran from late 2010 through January 2011. That was 389 more than the year before. This year's numbers have not yet been released.<br />
The state has offered some safety tips for those taking advantage of the law, including urging salvagers to wear gloves at all times and don protective glasses to avoid fluids splashing into eyes. Immediately washing hands and any fluid-stained clothing wouldn't be a bad idea, either.<br />
Game meat must be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees to kill any bacteria, but partake of roadkill at your own peril.<br />
<div style="text-align: center;"></div>"There are some species that are eaten, particularly raccoon," said Bob Bluett, an Illinois Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologist. "But it depends on what shape it's in and how long it's been there. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder."</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-14030357668453875702012-01-10T00:27:00.000-08:002012-01-10T00:27:42.826-08:00Favorite Books of the Famous<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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That Ben Affleck loves to read comes as no surprise to those who remember his Oscar win for best original screenplay. Recently recognized as a renaissance man of the film industry, Affleck is as comfortable directing award-winning films as he is talking about the Middle East.<br />
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When "Knocked Up" producer and director Judd Apatow dropped out of college, he didn't stay home playing video games – he read books.<br />
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As the Most Senior Correspondent of "The Daily Show," Samantha Bee spends lots of time traveling to and from interviews – great for squeezing in reading time. Bee says she loves to tackle books that deal with issues of aging and human relationships.<br />
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Yale literature professor Harold Bloom has strong, sometimes polarizing views about books. When asked about his favorite, he says he picked the one in which "I found myself more truly and more strange."<br />
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Former president George H. W. Bush lists an oft-banned book as one of his favorites and says it "helped shape my life."<br />
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This "Hotel Rwanda" actor and humanitarian says that you'll "never read a book that could better make you understand what it feels like to be subjugated."<br />
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Voracious reader and former president Bill Clinton loves to churn through popular thrillers and mysteries, but his favorite book touches on themes of trauma and abuse.<br />
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Anderson Cooper says he grew up with "a mild form of dyslexia" that required special instruction, but he still developed a love of reading and writing.<br />
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The favorite book of billionaire businessman Mark Cuban may have helped him rise to the top. He says "it encouraged me to think as an individual, take risks to reach my goals, and responsibility for my successes and failures."<br />
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As a writer, producer, director and journalist, Nora Ephron has made a career out of knowing what makes a good story. Ephron attributes her love of reading to "the state of rapture that occurs when I read a wonderful book."<br />
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TV news host Chris Matthews says he didn't read many non-required books in college – but every night after studying he'd pick up his favorite book and read.<br />
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President Barack Obama was a best-selling author before he became president. He and his daughters, Malia and Sasha, wrote a note to author Yann Martel expressing their appreciation for his book, "Life of Pi" – but it’s not the president's favorite.<br />
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When First Lady Michelle Obama recalls her favorite book, she remembers it was "one of the first books that I loved and read cover to cover in one day – not because anybody made me read it but because the book was good."<br />
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A passionate reader, this actress and musician ranks her first book as her favorite. Her mother read it to her when she was just 10 years old, and it's held a special place in her heart ever since.<br />
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English heartthrob Robert Pattinson shared one of his favorite books with Oprah last year. An eclectic reader, Pattinson's recent literary tastes have taken a poetic twist.<br />
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For comedian and "Blades of Glory" star Amy Poehler, "reading was a way to make friends or enemies, a way to discover how all these different people exist in the world and to rub shoulders with them."<br />
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New mother Natalie Portman completed her Harvardpsychology degree in 2003. In Portman's opinion, "the best psychology is in literature. It's so much easier to understand a character than a theory. You can recognize yourself—or other people—in a different way."<br />
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When sportswriter Bill Simmons was a young man, he had some tough career decisions to make – and his favorite book helped point the way. Simmons says that "at that point in my life, I wasn't sure whether I wanted to attend law school or become a writer, and that book literally made the decision for me."<br />
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Though acting has made Kristen Stewart a wealthy woman, the "Twilight" star wants to earn a college degree and perhaps begin a new career. The enigmatic leading lady's favored authors include French absurdist Albert Camus and gritty American novelist John Steinbeck.<br />
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Jay-Z says his favorite book is one of "two books that I absolutely live my life by. Growing up, I was always curious about religion. This book made the most sense to me; it's about the way you live your life"</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-21363138921027101712012-01-09T16:55:00.000-08:002012-01-09T16:55:56.874-08:00Pilots ill Emergency Landing<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Pilots ill Emergency Landing</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Pilots ill Emergency Landing - Ill pilots cause emergency landing. A British Airways flight from London was forced to land after two pilots became sick at the same time. The plane was only minutes into the flight when the captain reportedly made a "panicked" call for aid. Both pilots were given oxygen masks to continue the flight. A British Airways passenger plane 20 minutes into a flight from Heathrow had to make an emergency landing after both pilots were taken ill.<br />
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According to the Daily Mail, the captain made a 'panicked' call to cabin crew on the PA system, asking for help from a senior member.<br />
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The Airbus A321 landed safely, but when paramedics arrived, both the pilots reported feeling like they were going to 'pass out'.<br />
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The Civil Aviation Authority was notified and the Air Accidents Investigation Branch are looking into why the pilots both became ill, reports the BBC.<br />
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A spokeswoman for BA confirmed the pilots had reported feeling 'unwell' and said the company's pilots were highly trained to deal with these kind of circumstances.<br />
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</div>Shee added that they had 'followed normal procedure' by putting on oxygen masks, and that passenger safety was paramount.<br />
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Once the plane had returned to Heathrow, passengers were flown to Glasgow on a replacement service with a new flight crew. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-85016741432513978612012-01-09T16:51:00.000-08:002012-01-09T16:51:49.997-08:00Mary Hayashi Shoplifting Tumor<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Mary Hayashi Shoplifting Tumor</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiMPszcJ328IS0PupQqT8mqlgfq54yTarsBadcfe-yiaFzKAcGM2Aj15xy4Q9BB7EpoWPcbge-T5r8V5iaX7KPaFYUEGJ4BqcI5dzx3RkVEltPNr2lJ4b1fM9SVgBypI9LkuoFS_0uXV0/s1600/Mary+Hayashi+Shoplifting+Tumor+00.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqiMPszcJ328IS0PupQqT8mqlgfq54yTarsBadcfe-yiaFzKAcGM2Aj15xy4Q9BB7EpoWPcbge-T5r8V5iaX7KPaFYUEGJ4BqcI5dzx3RkVEltPNr2lJ4b1fM9SVgBypI9LkuoFS_0uXV0/s400/Mary+Hayashi+Shoplifting+Tumor+00.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br />
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Mary Hayashi Shoplifting Tumor - Brain tumor behind lawmaker’s theft? California Assemblywoman Mary Hayashi pleaded no contest to shoplifting charges Friday. After the plea, her lawyer said the lawmaker’s benign brain tumor might have affected her judgment. Hayashi, 45, was seen on surveillance cameras in October taking about $2,500 worth of merchandise, including leather pants, from a San Francisco store.<br />
Her attorney claims a brain tumor caused the shoplifting incident. He says it's benign. And he says she's receiving treatment.<br />
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Democratic Assemblywoman Mary Hayashi of Castro Valley appeared in San Francisco Superior Court on Friday to enter her plea.<br />
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</div>Authorities said Hayashi was arrested in October after surveillance cameras at the Neiman Marcus store at Union Square showed her walking out the doors with unpurchased clothing in her shopping bag. She was accused of stealing nearly $2,500 worth of items, including leather pants.<br />
Hayashi previously pleaded not guilty to a felony charge. A judge agreed to reduce the charge at the Friday hearing.<br />
She was immediately sentenced to 3 years of probation and a small fine.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-26133262531822616542012-01-09T00:26:00.000-08:002012-01-09T00:26:02.025-08:00News interviews gone wrong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">News interviews gone wrong</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></b></div><div dir="ltr" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAwvV3mQGtCcQnHYyGrrO4xjarfmvDy90djT_sGg21WqeKdYwuGnUOglrFGGGzSwVUZbn3KxdXgr_Jw7WAmBIe0EwDp0784zK_NGoCSNfa4lubGTgmCgaamS9OHptbcIUjPUowGIqBmbUF/s1600/News-interviews-gone-wrong-001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAwvV3mQGtCcQnHYyGrrO4xjarfmvDy90djT_sGg21WqeKdYwuGnUOglrFGGGzSwVUZbn3KxdXgr_Jw7WAmBIe0EwDp0784zK_NGoCSNfa4lubGTgmCgaamS9OHptbcIUjPUowGIqBmbUF/s400/News-interviews-gone-wrong-001.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>News interviews gone wrong - Interviews Gone Wrong, All the teleprompters, cue cards and station breaks in the world couldn’t have saved these interviews from becoming such memorable train wrecks. Check out the best of the worst interviews that spiraled out of control — from sports Q&A’s gone awry to a press conference that took on a life of its own.<br />
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When the BBC’s Fiona Armstrong interviewed a 68-year-old West Indian journalist about last summer’s unrest in the UK, she pegged the man as a past rioter. He replied with a scolding that went viral.<br />
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While giving a film fest press conference in May (for which Kirsten Dunst film?), director Lars Von Trier responded to a question about his German heritage with a joke about Nazi sympathizing.<br />
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Two hosts (which ones?) of “The View” walked off the stage in October 2010 after a heated discussion with TV personality Bill O’Reilly. Which sentiment set them off?<br />
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After he made incendiary remarks about President George W. Bush’s response to a natural disaster, the rapper joined Matt Lauer to discuss the impact of his words. West, however, did not care for the flow of the interview.<br />
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Things got off to a bad start when CNN’s Kiran Chetry mispronounced the name of her guest, the 2007 Spelling Bee Champion. The gawky teen then proceeded to make Chetry sweat over every question.<br />
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Back in 2005, the “Today” host tried to discuss Cruise’s religion and his take on psychiatric drugs, but the star proved combative. What was his two-word affront?<br />
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The “interview” never got past the greeting phase when the typically meek Icelandic singer knocked down a reporter awaiting her at a Bangkok airport.<br />
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A 1994 ESPN2 interview turned into a schoolyard brawl when host Jim Rome taunted his NFL quarterback guest, likening him to a less-than-manly female athlete.<br />
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Daytime talk show brawls are hardly unique, but Geraldo’s infamous skinhead interview got dangerous for the host and the audience, as well.<br />
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The late-night host didn’t even pretend to understand Crispin Glover's ramblings, wardrobe and karate kicks during his 1987 guest spot<br />
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The late-night host didn’t even pretend to understand Crispin Glover's ramblings, wardrobe and karate kicks during his 1987 guest spot</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-72104923391366220112012-01-08T00:51:00.000-08:002012-01-08T00:51:44.770-08:00Milestone Birthdays in 2012<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Milestone Birthdays in 2012</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVLTcF4Cve_zO1f67ub22rlZ242231ujsLJiPXStNkUNFan22lXaLNSLTbFnFxufq3JFxzjWjJRk3jRL21uvBSpCqWaRhIROz1MPx6jj4Xjnj8GqSYEa6sEGsfIDLuve4CWGOcLkCdVOZ8/s1600/Milestone+Birthdays+in+2012+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVLTcF4Cve_zO1f67ub22rlZ242231ujsLJiPXStNkUNFan22lXaLNSLTbFnFxufq3JFxzjWjJRk3jRL21uvBSpCqWaRhIROz1MPx6jj4Xjnj8GqSYEa6sEGsfIDLuve4CWGOcLkCdVOZ8/s400/Milestone+Birthdays+in+2012+1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Milestone Birthdays in 2012 - Whether they're hitting that mid-life marker or enjoying their first drink, these big names have some significant celebrating to do this year.<br />
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The former secretary of state turns 75 this year and is still active in the diplomatic world.<br />
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This year, the teenybopper turns the manly age of 18.<br />
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Mexico's president will end his term in this, his 50th year.<br />
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Collins turns 75 this year, as fans await the release of the newest addition to her juicy romance novel trove.<br />
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Everyone's favorite TV dad, "Cliff Huxtable," celebrates his 75th year of getting laughs<br />
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Turning 50 hasn't slowed down this action movie A-lister; his latest release gripped the box office in December.<br />
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Dunst — who’s turning 30 — has deftly transitioned from teen-flick sweetheart to serious screen star.<br />
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Foster turns 50, having grown up right before moviegoers' eyes. Remember her break-out role?<br />
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The "Real Deal" will be 50 this year, and he's proving he still has a few tricks up his sleeve<br />
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The ever-youthful rock front man plans to tour his way through his 50th year. See if he's playing a town near you.<br />
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Lil Wayne goes into his 30th year at the top of his game, with a high-grossing 2011 rap tour under his belt.<br />
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Hammer turns 50 and is embarking on a very different path from his dance-rap roots; read about his search engine launch.<br />
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Prince William and his blushing bride both turn 30 this year.<br />
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The Olympic star-turned-dancing machine skates into his 30th year.<br />
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A best-selling novelist, Palahniuk turns 50 with his 2011 book release behind him.<br />
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Patrick will race her way through 30 with a full driving schedule in the works.<br />
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The racetrack legend welcomes 75 with a fitting tribute, a signature pair of wheels.<br />
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Italian architect Piano plans to mark turning 75 with the completion of his latest project<br />
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Former Secretary of State Powell will be busy touring the nation at 75<br />
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The family friendly actress will legally be able to enjoy a toast as she turns 21 this year.<br />
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Roddick will take a break from his tennis schedule to enjoy turning 30.<br />
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2011 held game time roadblocks for the quarterback; hopefully, he'll be back in fine form as he turns 30.<br />
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Between his hosting duties and talk of a new Disney picture, the funnyman is going to be one busy 30-year-old.<br />
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What better way for Rose to celebrate turning 50 than with a Hall of Fame feather in his cap?<br />
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This pop artist turns 75, and his contribution to the L.A. art scene was recently celebrated by another star on our birthday list.<br />
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Fashion maven Spade makes 50 look chic with her latest "it" bag.<br />
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The comedic news commentator is getting the best 50th birthday gift ever — a presidential election year.<br />
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Strawberry's outfielder days may be long behind him, but as he turns 50, he has a different focus: his New York eatery.<br />
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The Russian supermodel embraces 30 with a new kind of fashion venture.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Top Scandals of 2011</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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Sexual abuse accusations against a former assistant football coach at the Big Ten school brought a premature end to the career of its legendary head coach. Get the latest news on the case.<br />
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Amid sexual harassment allegations from several women, and another woman claiming a 13-year affair with the Republican presidential nominee contender, the former Godfather’s Pizza CEO dropped out of the race.<br />
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The “Mistletoe” singer vehemently denied claims by a 20-year-old woman that he was the father of her baby.<br />
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The married New York representative claimed his account was hacked before ultimately admitting to having sent lewd photos and messages to women, then stepping down from office.<br />
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The “Run It!” singer apparently took issue with the questions “Good Morning America” co-host Robin Roberts asked about his ex-girlfriend Rihanna, and got violent with a studio window.<br />
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The TV star began the year with a trip to the emergency room, gave a series of bizarre interviews with and without his “goddesses,” and saw his popular “Two and a Half Men” character killed off. How?<br />
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The California solar panel company came under fire when it filed for bankruptcy after receiving a multimillion-dollar federal loan. Get the latest news on the case.<br />
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The former head of the International Monetary Fund was accused of rape by a New York hotel maid, and a French journalist said he attempted to rape her in 2002. Where is he now?<br />
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The longtime “Monday Night Football” theme song performer found himself without a job after he made an analogy to a hated dictator while discussing President Obama. Listen to the song he wrote about it.<br />
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The media scandal that has rocked Britain has entangled a movie star, the royal family,the family of a murdered child and a pie-in-the-face attack.<br />
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Sen. Chuck Grassley began investigating the “gunwalking” practices of the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives after being contacted by whistleblowers. The head of the ATF later stepped down. Get the latest news on the case.<br />
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The now-former Chicago Bears wide receiver was accused of making a high-dollar drug deal with an undercover agent. Get the latest news on the case.<br />
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The former Illinois governor was convicted on corruption charges and received a hefty prison sentence. How many years did he get?<br />
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The movie star and former California governor shocked everyone – including his now ex-wife – when he revealed he had fathered a child with the family housekeeper 10 years earlier.<br />
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An FBI crackdown ensnared a Florida man accused of hacking into dozens of celebrities’ email accounts and leaking intimate photos of Scarlett Johansson and Mila Kunis. How did Johansson respond?<br />
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The “30 Rock” star stirred up controversy with an anti-gay rant during a stand-up act but later apologized. What did Tina Fey say about it?<br />
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The three-term Italian prime minister resigned amid his country’s financial crisis and is facing trials on corruption and underage sex charges.<br />
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The “Mean Girls” actress’s troubles continued with theft accusations, jail stints and missed interviews, while her next career move left some shaking their heads.<br />
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The Republican senator resigned amid an ethics investigation connected to his affair with a former staffer. What were his parents accused of?</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-6191897865091421502011-12-29T12:51:00.000-08:002011-12-29T12:51:21.147-08:00Catholic schools fire single, pregnant teacher<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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Christa Dias, 32, who got pregnant through artificial insemination, is still unemployed, but she’s also a mom.</div>Single Catholic school teacher fired for 'grave immoral act' of having baby through artificial insemination<br />
Christa Dias, 32, fired after asking for maternity leave while five months pregnant<br />
Catholic schools said she violated contract, which requires her to adhere to Catholic social teachings<br />
Dias says she shouldn't be punished for wanting children<br />
There was nothing immaculate about a Catholic school teacher’s conception.<br />
Christa Dias, a former teacher at Holy Family and St. Lawrence Catholic schools in Cincinnati, Ohio, claims she was fired for becoming pregnant using artificial insemination.<br />
Ms Dias was fired in October 2010 when, at five and a half months pregnant, she approached her employer about maternity leave options.<br />
The schools initially fired Ms Dias, 32, for being single and pregnant, Cincinnati.com reports.<br />
When the schools discovered that violated several federal and state anti-discrimination laws, they said she was fired because she became pregnant using artificial insemination.<br />
That, the school said, was in direct violation of her contract.<br />
‘She has a right to her opinion, but she doesn’t have a right to violate her contract,’ Archdiocese of Cincinnati spokesman Dan Andriacco told the website.<br />
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If you assume that selling ice cream with a pushcart in the Mission District is an easy job, then you are wrong.<br />
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The men behind the Mission’s ice cream carts said they need strong feet, patience, a friendly face, and a wary eye to watch for street crime. Oh, and they need sun.<br />
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“If there is a sun like today, we go,” said 62-year-old Ramiero Gutierrez as he waited on a recent Wednesday for customers on the corner of Mission and 23rd Streets.<br />
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Gutierrez, one of some 30 men working for Oakland’s El Michoacano ice cream supplier, began his day as he usually does at 10:15 a.m. in the supplier’s storehouse at 2342 International Boulevard, Oakland.<br />
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In the 2000-square-foot room, dozens of ice cream men moved ice cream bars from three big tanks to the little pushcarts they will walk behind in places like the Mission District and nearby Oakland and Richmond.<br />
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Twenty minutes later, Gutierrez and six other men were off to board a van for the Mission.<br />
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By 11:15 a.m., Gutierrez had pushed his cart from the Harrison Street drop-off point to 23rd Street, where he began his five-hour circuit.<br />
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The Mexican immigrant covers 23rd and 24th Streets, St. Peter’s Catholic School on Florida Street and Cesar Chavez Elementary School on Shotwell Street. But there’s no monopoly in ice cream, so he often shares some of his more lucrative spots with others.<br />
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On this particular Wednesday, business for Gutierrez was slow.<br />
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After two hours of selling between 23rd and 24th Streets, he had made only three sales.<br />
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“Let’s go to the school,” Gutierrez said, rolling his cart toward St. Peter’s Catholic School on Florida Street. Inside the cart, he stores ice cream bars with prices ranging from $1.25 for an eggnog ice cream bar made by Delicias de Michoacán to $2 for a Malt Cup Chocolate under the Blue Bunny brand produced by Wells Diary Inc. Gutierrez also sells Popsicle ice cream from the Good Humor-Breyers Ice Cream Company.<br />
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When he stopped at the 24th Street BART station, he met two regulars, chatted with them in Spanish and sold them ice cream.<br />
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“They are my customers,” he explained, moving toward St. Peter’s.<br />
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When he arrived at about 1:50 p.m., however, one of his buddies was already there.<br />
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Later, another ice cream vendor arrived. The latter took the initiative to open the gate where students would exit.<br />
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As expected at 2:15 p.m., schoolboys and girls came out from their classes, but they passed right through the three ice cream men without buying a bar.<br />
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“Not good,” said Gutierrez, who made $600 a week or $2,400 a month working at a restaurant in the Mission District before being laid off a few years ago. Nowadays, he’s lucky to earn $20 a day or $120 a week. To economize, he moved from the Mission, where two friends shared a $750 a room, to Oakland, where he pays only $100 a month for a shared room.<br />
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But, he said, he loves the Mission and on Wednesday when it appeared he would find no customers at St. Peter’s, Gutierrez pushed his cart to Cesar Chavez Elementary School on Shotwell Street.<br />
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Standing in front of the school, he and his friend, who arrived later, were luckier.<br />
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“Ice cream…” a young girl shouted as she saw the pushcarts.<br />
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Both vendors sold to at least six children each.<br />
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One young girl wanted an ice cream, but she only had $1 in her hand–25 cents too little for the cheapest bar.<br />
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“This is for you,” Gutierrez said while handing the ice cream to the girl.<br />
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“Gracias,” she said.<br />
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In the background, other students begged their mothers to buy ice cream, but failed to convince them.<br />
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No matter, Gutierrez moved on to Mission and 23rd streets and ended the day at 24th and Mission Streets where he found four more buyers.<br />
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“It is good exercise walking in this area,” he said. “My feet are strong.”<br />
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He said that compared to other neighborhoods, the Mission District has been relatively safe for ice cream men.<br />
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“In other cities such as Richmond and Oakland, ice cream men feel not safe because they often get robbed,” he said.<br />
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Gutierrez said his worst experience in the Mission occurred a year ago when two cars crashed and broke his cart while he was parked on 23rd Street.<br />
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He said he avoided 16th and 18th Streets because both have a reputation among ice cream vendors as high-crime areas.<br />
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Still, it has been a slow business, said Gutierrez, who has been in the United States for 18 years and is unsure when he will go back to his home country.<br />
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At least, said Gutierrez, he has one son who lives in San Francisco. His other three sons and two daughters are back in Mexico.<br />
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At 4:15 p.m., he counted his sales—a total of $20 and half of that will to the ice cream supplier.<br />
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“Not a good day,” he said. “But it is OK. I did not spend much as I cook at home. Now I have to go home.”<br />
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Then he turned and walked down 24th Street, heading toward Harrison Street where a multipurpose van would deliver him back to Oakland.<br />
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“Tomorrow might be better. You never know.”<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Christmas classics' financial advice</b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br />
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<b>Every holiday season, we revisit the prophetic words of Charles Dickens.</b><br />
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No, not the life lessons Ebenezer Scrooge learned from Jacob Marley, Tiny Tim and some time-traveling spirits in "A Christmas Carol." Instead, many of us find that the holidays offer the best of times and the worst of times.<br />
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But you won't have to struggle with a tale of two holiday financial disasters if you follow the advice of some celebrated Christmas characters.<br />
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We've taken a look at a dozen seasonal classics. Each embodies a valuable message about money to make the days merry and bright. Click ahead to share financial wisdom of the season.<br />
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Ol' St. Nick knows what he's doing. Making a list is crucial at holiday shopping time. Checking it twice is optional, but that's not a bad idea either. If you hit the stores without your Christmas list, you're likely to overspend. Savvy shoppers such as Kriss Kringle know that using a carefully crafted list saves time and money. By organizing your purchases, you'll eliminate multiple trips to the mall and reduce costly impulse buys.<br />
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Songwriter Irving Berlin penned the classic "White Christmas," among other standards. Regardless of your holiday locale's climate, the song always conjures visions of a perfect blanket of crystalline holiday snow. Or perhaps cold, icy snow covering your drafty house with its high heating bills. Heating and cooling account for 56% of the energy use in a typical U.S. home, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Save money on home heating with insulation or by dialing back your home's water heater settings.<br />
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After a particularly sleepless night, Ebenezer Scrooge learned to keep Christmas in his heart year-round. Donating to charities is a very good idea, for your bank account as well as the nonprofits. Giving USA Foundation recommends a giving strategy that best fits your financial situation. If that means donating in March when you get a raise, the charity will gladly take your gift then. And you won't feel so financially strapped in December when you're spending on other gifts.<br />
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Snoopy was a key to the Peanuts gang's quest for a decent tree in "A Charlie Brown Christmas." Pets are a popular holiday gift, but Stephanie Shain of the Washington Humane Society advises against surprise pet presents. "There's a significant personal, emotional and financial cost to caring for a pet," Shain says.<br />
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Instead, put a homemade gift certificate for the adoption fee under the tree, then go with the recipient to the shelter to select the new, furry family member.<br />
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In "Elf," Santa-sack stowaway Buddy ended up at the North Pole, where he was raised by loving elves. Among the things he learned about elf culture -- other than the four food groups of candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup -- is his uncanny knack for Christmas decorating. But you don't need to be as over the top as Buddy when it comes to decorating for the holidays. You can throw a party with elf flair even on a budget.<br />
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Simple pleasures count for a lot, especially during the holidays. Just ask the Grinch, who watched in amazement as Christmas in Whoville "came without ribbons! It came without tags! It came without packages, boxes or bags! . . . Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more!" Yes, the changed Grinch, whose formerly small heart grew three sizes that day, can attest that you don't have to spend a lot to have a happy holiday<br />
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In "Jingle All the Way," Howard Langston spends the holiday season on a frustrating quest for a must-have toy, a Turbo Man action figure. Although he is ultimately successful, Howard's frantic search wrecks lots of department stores and decorations -- and almost destroys his family's holiday. Don't suffer the same fate.<br />
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Find out what's hot this holiday and devise a plan to get the gifts you want. But remember, kids are fickle. Make sure they really want that "it" toy before you exhaust yourself and your bank account attaining it.<br />
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The King knew what a "Blue Christmas" it is without loved ones around. You don't have to be in the same sad situation, though. Deb Mangas of Menno Travel Service in Goshen, Ind., says economical holiday travel is still possible. "You might have to fly on the holiday," she says. "But if you're flexible, there are some seats out there and some fairly good fares." Flights into and out of airports a bit farther from your home or destination also might save you some bucks<br />
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Mistakenly left "Home Alone" over the holidays, young Kevin McCallister creatively thwarts a pair of bungling burglars who repeatedly try to break into his family's home. If you don't have an 8-year-old to stand guard at your house while you're away for the holiday, don't worry. Some simple and cost-effective security measures, such as pruning shrubs underneath windows, upgrading locks or putting lights on timers, will help keep your house safe while you're away<br />
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As Scrooge's lone, overworked employee, Bob Cratchit put up with terrible working conditions before his boss wised up. Most of us aren't as loyal as Bob. If we find ourselves in a similarly unfulfilling job, we may start looking for a new one. Laura Morsch, a career adviser with CareerBuilder.com, says, "January and February are very big months for job searching on our site." Her advice: Don't spam dozens of employers with the same generic cover letter and résumé. Customize your approach for each position.<br />
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As the prematurely cynical young daughter of a single mom, Susan Walker initially refuses to believe that Macy's new store Santa is the real deal. But in "Miracle on 34th Street," Kriss Kringle convinces her in spectacular fashion. He delivers the only present Susan's ever wanted: a home for her new family. We all share Susan's dream of the perfect home, but it doesn't take a miracle to make it come true. All you need is some planning and preparation.<br />
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This isn't the loving grandmother you'll visit over the holidays. Nor is she the one you see by going over the river and through the woods. This is the poor grandma who got run over by a reindeer. The 1979 novelty song "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer" pops up on the radio every holiday season. Whether you find the song amusing or annoying, Grandma's situation highlights the critical need for insurance -- medical, life and, for drivers as reckless as the song's reindeer, auto coverage</div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5655372512261648044.post-72336128193487409752011-12-21T12:54:00.000-08:002011-12-21T12:54:12.579-08:002011 MSN Autos Editors' Choice Awards<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">A convertible version of the 458 had always been in the game plan, and Ferrari's first midengine retractable-hardtop convertible is incredible. It combines the brilliant operability of the Ferrari California's disappearing hardtop with the superstar handling and performance of the 458 Italia. It is devilishly quick and amazingly agile, with a ravishing wail from its V8 powerplant. Yet, it has a civilized ride and road demeanor. "If anything, it is even more brilliant, impressive and desirable than its hard-edged coupe sibling," contributor Marc Lachapelle says.<br />
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</div><div>Every year, we choose our favorite vehicles. And every year, we have a heated debate doing it. This year was no exception. There was a lot of good sheet metal to choose from in 2011, as the auto industry finally started showing real signs of recovery from the beating it took in 2008-2009. The arguments in favor of certain machines were eloquent and well-considered: "It's a taut and muscular ball of fury ... devilishly quick and amazingly agile, with a ravishing wail." Those against were, well, blunt and sarcastic: "Are you out of your mind? That car sucks." Regardless, we did come to a consensus, and we want to applaud this select group of vehicles. Let us know if we made the right choices.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<b>2012 Hyundai Elantra</b><br />
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The high praise received by the 2011 Hyundai Elantra carries over into the 2012 model year. Thanks to head-turning styling and a long list of luxury amenities others will think you paid more for it than you actually did. "It also offers enough cabin and trunk space to compete with some midsize sedans," producer Mike Meredith says. "It is a great value.<br />
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<b>2012 Ford Focus</b><br />
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Starting in early 2011, Ford decided to drop the North American Focus and market the European model worldwide. Why? Because it was that much better; it improved on what made the original special, with better interior quality and driving dynamics. Consequently, the 2012 Ford Focus is incredibly composed and almost unflappable. The interior is beautifully crafted with quality-feeling materials, and the seats offer a perfect blend of side-bolstering and comfort. "It delivers all of the quality and refinement of a far more expensive vehicle in a bargain package," contributor Sam Foley says. "It's an enormously versatile, solid performer that gets excellent gas mileage to boot."<br />
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<b>2012 Audi A7</b><br />
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This large hatchback could be the most attractive Audi on the road today. Its silhouette is long, wide and low, with clean lines all the way around. Its performance is as pleasing as its looks. The vehicle glides over uneven roads with far more grace than ever before, and with none of the harshness that characterizes many other Audi models. Inside, the A7 is opulent, yet not overly so. "The Audi A7 is just so ... beautiful," says Chuck Tannert, MSN Autos contributing editor. "It elegantly bridges the divide between sports car and luxury car better than just about any vehicle I've been in."<br />
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Take all the important suspension bits from the sublime BMW M3, toss them under a smaller car, then add BMW's torque-rich, twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 engine and you have the formula for an amazingly engaging car, a taut and muscular ball of controlled fury, and one of the most fun, precise and communicative sport coupes on the market. "With its overly aggressive body work, the BMW 1-Series M may look like a teenager with too many piercings, but the track-ready handling and willing power more than make up for a little too much attitude," contributor Kirk Bell says<br />
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<b>2012 Dodge Charger</b><br />
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The Charger is a fine car, but we didn't pick it for its driving character or its great value. Instead, we're honoring it for what it represents, for what Detroit has done right since the collapse of 2008-09. The Pentastar 3.6 liter V6 is a far better engine than the 3.5-liter it replaces; the new 8-speed automatic transmission helps make the big car fuel-efficient; and unlike muscle cars of the past, it handles well. The SRT8 version is a beast among beasts. "It looks mean and has the muscle to back up that badass look," says senior producer Perry Stern.<br />
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<b>2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG</b><br />
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The 2012 CLS63 AMG might look like your everyday luxe sedan, with its sleek lines, slick wheels and lots of luxury amenities, but it packs supercar performance under the hood. The twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 engine produces 518 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. With the optional Performance package, maximum boost rises from 14.5 pounds per square inch to 18.8 psi, bringing power ratings up to 550 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. Top speed is electronically limited to 155 mph on standard versions and 186 mph on those with the Performance package. "Add in the AMG-tuned suspension, steering, brakes and transmission and you get a car that gives the driver precise control and an amazing level of performance, with a very balanced and nimble feel despite its size," Tannert says.<br />
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<b>2012 Porsche 911</b><br />
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Over the Porsche 911's 48-year life span, every new Carrera has promised a solid bump in horsepower, handling and comfort, and the 2012 model is no exception. It's faster and nimbler, and has a more luxurious, comfortable interior. Its interior is game-changing, in our opinion. It's also a lot more efficient. While the Environmental Protection Agency's city and highway mileage numbers haven't been finalized, Porsche promises a 16.3 percent improvement in fuel economy over 2011 Carrera models, which translates into approximately 30 mpg highway. "The latest and greatest iteration of the sports car that refuses to die is amazing, amazing, amazing," contributor Sam Smith says. "Excellent chassis, wonderful engine — it's what I see and hear when I close my eyes at night.<br />
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<b>2012 Chevrolet Volt</b><br />
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For 2012, not much changes with the Volt. It's still a range-extended electric vehicle, a practical electric car that, when operated as intended, will never leave you stranded. Chevrolet did drop the price a little. You lose the navigation and premium audio systems, but gain the MyLink system, which provides Bluetooth streaming audio as well as voice control over the audio system and your cell phone. "The Chevy Volt is a technical marvel, a surprisingly smooth driver and a symbol of what good old ingenuity can drum up to allay range anxiety in wide-open-space-loving Americans," editor Eric Bellscheidt says.<br />
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<b>2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302</b><br />
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The 2012 Boss 302 might not be the most powerful Mustang ever built, but it does the best job of putting what it's got to the road. With a $40,310 price tag, the Boss falls between the GT and Shelby GT500 in the pony-car lineup. It's propelled by the same 5.0-liter V8 engine in the GT, only tweaked to deliver 32 more horses, for a total of 444 horsepower. Inside, it's devoid of frills — there's no stereo upgrade, no Sync multimedia system, no navigation — and it has track-ready suspension that is fully adjustable. "Getting excited about the Boss 302 is easy," contributor Tom Wilson says. "It is simply the best-balanced, finest-driving production Mustang of all time.<br />
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For more information on any vehicle in this slideshow, click the links below:<br />
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-<b> Hyundai Elantra</b><br />
<b>- Ford Focus</b><br />
<b>- Audi A7</b><br />
<b>- BMW 1-Series M</b><br />
<b>- Dodge Charger</b><br />
<b>- Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG</b><br />
<b>- Porsche 911</b><br />
<b>- Chevrolet Volt</b></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com