NBA Finals updates: Mavericks lead Heat, 44-43, after uneven first half

MIAMI� With Dwyane Wade finding his offense after a sluggish first half, the Miami Heat moved to a 65-61 lead over the Dallas Mavericks entering the fourth quarter Tuesday night at AmericanAirlines Arena. Continue reading

Anthony Weiner's Playboy Past

NEW YORK � Before the New York Democrat, now embroiled in a scandal over a crotch shot posted on his Twitter feed, got married in 2009, his love life fed the rumor mill for years, reports David A. Graham.
Over the weekend, someone tweeted a crotch s... Continue reading

German Nuclear Shutdown Could Example September

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Did Rep. Anthony Weiner Tweet a Lewd Photo to a Woman?

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A New York congressman says a lewd photo sent to a college student from his Twitter account was posted by a hacker � and he's hired a lawyer to investigate, his office said Tuesday.The kerfuffle, which some tabl... Continue reading

Anthony Weiner Is Not Doing Himself Any Favors

We won't pretend to know the truth behind Weinergate � whether Weiner was the victim of a hacker or prankster or conservative conspiracy, or whether he was personally responsible for sending a college girl a photo of a man's bulge over Twitter. Bu... Continue reading

Anthony Weiner lewd photo flap on Twitter; was pic really sent via hacked account?

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(CBS) - New York Congressman Anthony Weiner has hired a lawyer to investigate what steps to take regarding a lewd photo of a male crotch he claims was sent from his hacked Twitter account.
Pictures: Anthony ... Continue reading

Anthony Weiner Gives First TV Interview About 'Weinergate' to CNN (Video)

CNN landed the first on-camera interview with New York representative Anthony Weiner, who has been in the center of the "Weinergate" scandal following news that a woman received a nearly-nude photo from his hacked Twitter account. "It happens to people," Weiner said, "You move on." His rep, Dave Arnold, told The Daily Caller over the weekend that it was a prank. "We've retained counsel to explore the proper next steps and to advise us on what civil or criminal actions should be taken," Arnold said. Continue reading

Weiner: Lewd Twitter photo was hacker's 'prank'

A weekend controversy involving a lewd photo posted on the Twitter account of Rep. Continue reading

Congressman: A hacker placed lewd photo on Twitter account

A weekend controversy involving a lewd photo posted on the Twitter account of Rep. Anthony Weiner is a "prank" caused by a hacker, Weiner told CNN on Monday. Continue reading

Merkel meets President Patil in Delhi

German Chancellor Angela Merkel met President Pratibha Patil here on Tuesday Devisingh. Continue reading

Iran's 'no' trip to India delays Merkel

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's flight to India delayed Tuesday as Iran WAS Refused it permission to fly over the country, The Germ Government said. Continue reading

Sports Illustrated Investigation Points To Another Tattoo Shop

The much-anticipated Sports Illustrated article into the Ohio State football program is out and more possible violations against the program are alleged. Continue reading

Did Iran deny passage to Merkel's plane

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's flight to India delayed WAS Tuesday Iran's Government as it Allegedly Refused permission to fly over the country. Continue reading

German Chancellor meets Manmohan Singh

German Chancellor Angela Merkel met Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh here today to discuss bilateral trade, Defence deals and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) succession. Continue reading

Delano area calendar

Delano Farmers Market
THROUGH OCTOBER - The Delano Farmers Market will be open from 2 to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays at Flippin Bill's, 8045 County Line Road. The Farmers Market runs from May through October, weather permitting.Sheila Raye Charles concertMAY... Continue reading

Evelyn Lozada: New 'Basketball Wives' Features Lozada, Drama and Little Else

Evelyn Lozada is Holding 'Basketball Wives' Together By A String
If you have ever read anything that I have written before, I apologize. I tend to get a bit snooty when it comes to my entertainment.
This includes TV shows as well s sporting events. I ... Continue reading

'Basketball Wives' Drama Packed This Season, Says Shaunie O'Neal

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Shaunie O'Neal has opened up about the upcoming third series of VH1's Basketball ... Continue reading

Basketball Wives: Shaunie O'Neal Plays Role as Peacemaker Once Again in Season 3

Basketball Wives' Shaunie O'Neal Tries to Keep Things Sane in Season 3 It's not easy to be in charge of a reality TV show that features violent confrontations, lunacy, backstabbing and cat fights. Just ask Shaunie O'Neal, Shaquille O'Neals ex-wife who's executive producer of Basketball Wives . This season, O'Neal, who also stars as a cast member, will once again play her best peacemaker, particularly in the case of Chad Ochocinco's fiance, Evelyn Lozada, and Kenny Anderson's ex, Tami Roman. Continue reading

E. Coli Outbreak Kills 14 in Germany

E. Coli Outbreak Kills 14 in Germany Continue reading

From Arlington National Cemetery to Facebook, Americans note Memorial Day

Americans relaxed at the end of a three-day weekend marking Memorial Day. But millions of them also paused to remember and to honor those who'd lost their lives in military service.
Americans partied and picnicked Monday, relaxing at the end of a thr... Continue reading

'Arlington Ladies' Pay Tribute To Veterans

Every current or former service member laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery gets a special honor from "The Arlington Ladies." Continue reading

President Obama Tours Arlington National Cemetery's 'Section 60'

� Previous | Main May 30, 2011 1:31 PM ABC News' Avery Miller and Ann Compton report: Saying "this day is about you," President Obama paid tribute to America's fallen soldiers and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington Cemetery. In his speech, the president told a story about two roommates at the Naval Academy, Travis Manion and Brendan Looney, who were both deployed after graduation Continue reading

Jim Tressel: Columbus Dispatch Reporting Luke Fickell Will Be Interim Head Coach

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Jim Tressel Resigns, Columbus Dispatch Reporting Luke Fickell Will Be Interim Head Coach
Now that Jim Tressel has stepped down as head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes, the team is already moving forward with assistant coach Lu... Continue reading

Report: Tressel resigns from Ohio State

Jim Tressel resigned after 10 seasons as the head football coach at Ohio State.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Jim Tressel, who guided Ohio State to its first national title in 34 years, resigned Monday amid NCAA violations and mount... Continue reading

Jim Tressel Resigns at Ohio State

Jim Tressel has resigned as head coach at Ohio State University, according to the Columbus Dispatch. This has been brewing for months, but I'm still surprised. According to the Dispatch, assistant coach Luke Fickell will serve as interim coach of th... Continue reading

Singer Sean Kingston, passenger injured in Florida Jet Ski crash

From Douglas Hyde and Denise Quan , CNN Sean Kingston injured in crash STORY HIGHLIGHTS NEW: An Epic Records vice president says "Sean is stabilized" Florida agency: Kingston's Jet Ski apparently crashed when it went under a bridge Officials are investigating the cause Kingston shot to fame in 2007 with his debut song "Beautiful Girls" RELATED TOPICS Sean Kingston Accidents and Disasters Florida (CNN) -- Singer Sean Kingston and a female passenger were injured in a Jet Ski accident near Miami and taken to a trauma center Sunday evening, a Florida official said. Jorge Pino, spokesman for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, said the watercraft apparently crashed when it went under a small bridge about 6 p.m., though officials were still investigating the cause. Lauren Ceradini, vice president of publicity at Epic Records, said early Monday morning that "Sean is stabilized" and refuted online claims that Kingston had died. Continue reading

Memorial Day 2011

FOR MONDAY MORNING
Traditional Memorial Day ceremonies are scheduled for 10 o'clock today at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery on Horseshoe Bend Road. Attendees will hear music from the Idaho National Guard 25th Army Band and the Boise Highlanders. Th... Continue reading

Memorial Day Observance At Arlington Cemetery

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) -- President Barack Obama is honoring America's fallen service members with a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
The 11 a.m. event Monday at the Tomb of the Unknowns caps a nearly two-hour observance. The ce... Continue reading

Germany to shut down nuke plants by 2022

German Environment Minister Norbert Röttgen Said the country Would you shut all nuclear power plants by 2022. Continue reading

Wheldon wins Indy 500 after leader crashes

By Paul Newberry, AP National Writer


INDIANAPOLIS � One turn. One stinkin' turn.

JR Hildebrand made it through 799 of 'em without any trouble. As the young Californian approached that final left, all he had to do was keep his car off the wall... Continue reading

Indianapolis 500 Capsules: Wheldon wins in stunning fashion when leader crashes

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Indianapolis 500 Results


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All cars Dallara chassis, Honda engine
1. (6) Dan Wheldon, 200 laps.
2. (12) J.R. Hildebrand, 200.
3. (29) Graham Rahal, 200.
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Indianapolis 500 � Race results

Dan Wheldon was never far from the front of the field during the three hours of the 2011 Indy 500, but he never looked like winning and never led a lap. Continue reading

Wheldon gifted unlikely Indy 500 win

INDIANAPOLIS (Reuters) � Briton Dan Wheldon won the Indianapolis 500 on its 100th anniversary in stunning fashion on Sunday, claiming an unlikely victory after rookie J.R. Hildebrand crashed into the wall within sight of the finish line.
American Hi... Continue reading

In Pictures: Stars, surprises, crashes and cars from the Indy 500

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The famed Indianapolis 500 race was a thrill a minute, with a surprise winner in the last seconds



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Indy 500 Full Results: Dan Wheldon Wins As Dario Franchitti Fades, Danica Patrick 10th

Read More: indy 500 results , indy 500 winners , indy 500 winner , indianapolis 500 results , indianapolis 500 winners , indy 500 race results , indy 500 winner 2011 Dan Wheldon won the 96th Indy 500 this Sunday in dramatic fashion, but it was the dramatic dropoff of some drivers behind him that will leave a number of teams scratching their heads about the result. Chip Ganassi Racing's Dario Franchitti and Scott Dixon were the putative favorites heading into the Indy 500's centennial running, and proved to be strong contenders throughout, combining to lead a majority of the laps. But Dixon was shuffled back to sixth by late cautions, and Franchitti faded all the way to 12th after moving up to second late Continue reading

Indy 500 Winner: Dan Wheldon Takes Dramatic Victory Over J.R. Hildebrand

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Dan Wheldon has won the 2011 Indy 500, and he has done it in dramatic fashion. Wheldon sped... Continue reading

Tagliani out of Indy 500 following accident

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) � Indy 500 pole-sitter Alex Tagliani's magnificent month at the Brickyard ended in disappointment when he brushed the wall with just more than 50 laps remaining in the race.

The Canadian was attempting to pass JR Hildebrand on... Continue reading

Indy 500 TV Schedule And Start Time

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The Indy 500 is considered one of the most important races in world motor sports. The 2011 race is the 100th anniversary of the famous race at the brickyard. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the home of car racing and practi... Continue reading

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May 30
1911 -- Ray Harroun wins the first Indianapolis 500 in 6 hours, 42 minutes, 8 seconds with an average speed of 74.59 mph.
1912 -- Joe Dawson wins the second Indianapolis 500 in 6:21:06. Ralph Mulford is told he has to co... Continue reading

German tabloid Gives Sneak Peek Into Pippa's undies

Germany's Biggest selling Bild newspaper has pictures of Pippa Middleton Carried Revealing all as she gets Into a car in London. Continue reading

Lockheed Martin hit by hackers

Washington -- Hackers launched a "significant and tenacious" cyber attack on Lockheed Martin, a major defense contractor holding highly sensitive information, but its secrets remained safe, the company said Saturday.
Lockheed Martin, the Department of... Continue reading

Lockheed Martin confirms attack, allays concerns for now

Lockheed Martin confirmed late Saturday that it was attacked, but fended hackers off. The upshot is that critical data was secured.In a statement, Lockheed Martin, a major defense contractor that makes the F-35 jet fighter, said that it detected the a... Continue reading

Lockheed Martin confirms attack on its IT network

WASHINGTON (AFP) � Top US defense contractor Lockheed Martin has said that it had successfully warded off "a significant and tenacious" attack on its information systems network.
"Lockheed Martin detected a significant and tenacious attack on its in... Continue reading

Lockheed Martin hit by cyber attack

WASHINGTON � Hackers launched a "significant and tenacious" cyber attack on Lockheed Martin, a major defense contractor holding highly sensitive information, but its secrets remained safe, the company said Saturday.
Lockheed Martin, the Department o... Continue reading

Apocalypse Now Movie

The production of Apocalypse Now movie starts in 1979 in UK,USA with runtime 153 minutes. Directed by Francis Coppola and Francis Ford Coppola. Continue reading

Boy, 4, mauled by family dog in New York City

By The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) � A 4-year-old boy playing with his young brothers in a bedroom was fatally mauled by a family dog that had been feared by neighbors, police said.Jayelin Graham suffered horrifying wounds to his head, neck and ... Continue reading

UFC 130 Fight Card: 5 Paradigms That Exist Regardless of Tonight's Results

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(Featured Columnist) on May 28, 2011









UFC 130 will take place this evening, Saturday, May 28th, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Highlighting tonight's fights will be a heavyweight duel between Frank Mir and Roy "Big Country" Nelson as ... Continue reading

UFC 130 Fight Card Results: Cole Escovedo vs Renan Bar�o

Barao entered this fight with only one loss in his career and that loss took place in his first professional fight. Since that time he has 27 wins and one no contest Continue reading

UFC 130 Fight Card: Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson vs Matt Hamill Preview

UFC 130 is set to take place on Saturday, May 28, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The main event on the card will feature a light heavyweight battle between former UFC champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson (31-8) and Matt Hamill (10... Continue reading

UFC 130 Fight Card: Frank Mir vs Roy Nelson Preview

UFC 130 is set to take place on Saturday, May 28, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.
The main event on the card will feature a light heavyweight battle between former UFC champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Matt Hamill.
The co-main ... Continue reading

UFC 130 Fight Card: Stefan Struve vs Travis Browne Preview

UFC 130 is set to take place on Saturday, May 28, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.
The main event on the card will feature a light heavyweight battle between former UFC champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Matt Hamill.
The co-main ... Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron: Five of his best songs

The Sound picks five of Gil Scott-Heron's finest songs from his 40-year career. Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron: Reactions to His Death

Tributes from everyone from Public Enemy's Chuck D to Eminem to filmmaker Michael Moore have been flooding the Internet since Friday's passing of poet-musician Gil Scott-Heron.

Scott-Heron, considered the "Godfather of Rap" for his spoken-word work, ... Continue reading

"Godfather of Rap" Gil Scott-Heron Dies

After a lifelong battle with drugs and alcohol, the poet died Friday at age 62 Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron, Voice of Black Culture, Dies at 62

Gil Scott-Heron, the poet and recording artist whose syncopated spoken style and mordant critiques of politics, racism and mass media in pieces like "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" made him a notable voice of black protest culture in the 1970s and an important early influence on hip-hop, died on Friday at St. Luke's Hospital in Manhattan Continue reading

Chicago Native Gil Scott-Heron Dies at 62

J. Zellermayer WGN News May 28, 2011 The man known as the "Godfather of Rap" has died Continue reading

German holding hotel slammed for 'prison parties' chambers in Former Nazi

An upmarket German hotel Has Been Condemned for using Their cellars to hold 'prison parties' eleven Nazis That Used as torture chambers. Continue reading

Hitler's WWII 'code-cracking' Tunny machine restored by UK museum

The British National Museum of Computing in Bletchley has Unveiled a reconstruction of one of the Tunny machines That played an important role in disentangling the Allied interceptions of coded orders That German leader Adolf Hitler to historical gener... Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron dies, aged 62

Musician Gil Scott-Heron has died at the age of 62.
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The musician passed away yesterday afternoon at a hospital in New York, according to Lisa Gottheil, his publicist at XL Recordings.
It is not currently clear ... Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron, Musician, Dies in New York at Age 62

Gil Scott-Heron the musician who has been a moving persona in the music industry in hip-hop and rap, died at a hospital in New York. This was disclosed by local New York news sites, May 28, 2011.
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Poet Gil Scott-Heron dies

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(CNN) -- Gil Scott-Heron, a poet and musician best known for the song "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised," died Friday, his publicist at XL Recordings said.Born in 1949, Scott-Heron was known for his poetry and so... Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron, soul poet, dead at 62

Public Enemy's Chuck D once said hip-hop was black America's CNN. If so, Gil Scott-Heron was the network's first great anchorman, presaging hip-hop and infusing soul and jazz with poetry, humor and pointed political commentary. Continue reading

Gil Scott-Heron dies in New York

Sat, 28 May 2011 3:55p.m.
Legendary jazz and soul musician Gil Scott-Heron has died at the age of 62.
The iconic artist, poet and activist passed away in New York on Friday afternoon after falling sick following a trip to Europe.
Born in Chicago, Illin... Continue reading

Florida's Siesta Beach Tops List

(Sarasota, FL)� --� Tourism officials in Sarasota, Florida are claiming the bragging rights to having the top beach in the country. Continue reading

Communities commemorate Memorial Day

Max Daniels gives the Gettysburg Address as Abraham Lincoln, with wife Donna looking on as Mary Todd Lincoln, during Lincoln National Cemetery's Memorial Day ceremony in 2010. | Sun-Times Media file photo


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A historic DuPage Township bur... Continue reading

List of local Memorial Day events this weekend

Lake
Tribute service: 10 a.m. May 30; Lakeside Memory Gardens, 36601 County Road 19A, Eustis. Retired Marine Corps Lt. Col. Richard Ward and the Rev. Leon Bloder, pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, will be the speakers. Activities will inc... Continue reading

Celebrate Freedom: Memorial Day 2011

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It's Memorial Day weekend! It's a time for us to remember those whose lives were lost fighting for our country.
Many celebrate the ... Continue reading

Memorial Day 2011: Fewer Trip Cancellations Expected, Web Analysis Reveals

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ARMONK, N.Y., May 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- An IBM (NYSE: I... Continue reading

Memorial Day services available locally

GLASGOW � For nearly 40 years, local veterans' organizations and other groups have come together to host a Memorial Day service at Glasgow Municipal Cemetery.This year's program will begin at 10 a.m. at the Memorial Monument in the cemetery, 103... Continue reading

Memorial Day schedule of events in Crookston

Several area events are planned for Monday to commemorate Memorial Day. Here's a rundown of those submitted to the Times, which everyone is free and welcome to attend:
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��� � The Crookston Veteran's Council, which consists of members o... Continue reading

Memorial Day parades, activities scheduled

BANGOR, Maine � Over the past dozen years, Cole Land Transportation Museum has distributed more than 7,100 maple walking sticks to Maine war veterans, each stick made by Peavey Manufacturing in Eddington.
The totals as of May 20 were:
� World War... Continue reading

Memorial Day weekend travelers hit the roads and airports

Jon Bowman Reporter
10:03 a.m. MDT, May 27, 2011


DENVER -- Well over a million travelers will visit Denver's airport between now and Tuesday as Memorial Day travel is back to pre-recession levels.�
AAA indicates slightly fewer people than last yea... Continue reading

Memorial Day events in the Poconos

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Memorial Day events and closings

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FrederickThe American Legion Francis Scott Key Post 11 will hold its annual Memorial... Continue reading

2011 NBA Finals | Dallas Mavericks vs Miami Heat Schedule

The NBA Finals is already set!
The Dallas Mavericks will be facing the Miami Heat, a rematch of their 2006 encounter when Dallas won the first two games at home before suffering a monumental collapse and lost the next four games and the series.
Ma... Continue reading

German Foreign Minister to visit India

The Germ Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Guido Westerwelle, will Undertaker to two-day visit to India Beginning on Sunday. Continue reading

NBA Finals schedule

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NBA Finals Schedule 2011: Heat Vs. Mavericks Tips Off Tuesday

By Tom Ziller - NBA Contributor







The 2011 NBA Finals schedule is set. The Miami Heat will meet the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the series on Tuesday.

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May 26, 2011 - The 2011 NBA Finals schedule is... Continue reading

NBA finals schedule set, as Heat finish off Bulls

The Miami Heat beat the Chicago Bulls 83-80 at the United Center on Thursday night to win the Eastern Conference finals 4-1. That sets up a Heat-Mavericks NBA Finals, which tips off Tuesday in Miami. All games are on ABC. (All times listed ET; * -- if... Continue reading

Germany Finds deadly E. coli virus in Spanish cucumbers

BERLIN, May 26 (Xinhua) - German Health Officials Said Thursday That cucumbers imported from Spain WAS one source of a deadly E. Recent coli Outbreak in northern states That Kill three people and ... Continue reading

Lee DeWyze snubs 'American Idol,' or is he just shy?

Apparently the Season 9 winner refused to present the top prize to Scotty McCreery at the live finale Wednesday night. Continue reading

Lee DeWyze responds to 'American Idol' finale diss: 'I was not asked to be involved'

Watch out, Nigel Lythgoe. It's on.Earlier today, the "American Idol" executive producer made headlines after he tweeted that Season 9 winner Lee DeWyze refused to present the winner's trophy to Season 10 champ Scotty McCreery at the grand finale on Wednesday, May 26.Now, DeWyze has taken to his personal Twitter to respond to Lythgoe's allegations that he snubbed "Idol" and McCreery.DeWyze ... Continue reading

MPS German Immersion School use social media to gain Funding

(0) Comments In These tight Budgetary times for public schools, a Milwaukee German Immersion Used successfully social media to net $ 15,000 in Educational Funding. Parents, teachers and ... Continue reading

Nigel Lythgoe "So Upset" That Lee DeWyze Refused to Present Idol Trophy

May 26, 2011 06:18 PM ET
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Nigel Lythgoe and Lee DeWyze

Despite drawing big names like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga and Judas Priest for Wednesday's American Idol finale, series executive producer Nigel Lythgoe revealed that there was one... Continue reading

Lee DeWyze refused to present 'American Idol' trophy to Scotty McCreery?

The source? Nigel Lythgoe's Twitter account."American Idol" fans who tuned into the Season 10 finale on Wednesday, May 25, were a bit surprised to see last season's winner Lee DeWyze sitting in the fifth row Continue reading

Memorial Day 2011; A History And Celebration Of America's Fallen Warriors

On Monday, May 30, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) will host what has become an annual tradition in Coronado and across the nation � celebrating the men and women who fell while keeping this country safe. The Memorial Day tribute takes place at Star Park at 10 a.m., but what do we really know of the history of this emotional and patriotic tribute to our fallen armed forces? Continue reading

Memorial Day closures, events

Monday, May 30 is the official observance of Memorial Day
Banks: Closed.
Schools: All closed.
City, county and state offices: closed.
Courts: United States District Court for the State of Colorado will be closed , as will the Colorado Supreme Court, ... Continue reading

Blame MLB And Players Association For Buster Posey's Injury

By Rob Neyer - National Baseball Editor






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May 26, 2011 - As I so often do, this morning I turned to Joe Sheehan, for his take on the truly terrible thing that happened to Buster Posey last night. (F... Continue reading

Buster Posey Injury: Should Bengie Molina Report To The White Courtesy Phone?

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The San Francisco Giants have not yet released official news on the extent of Buster Posey's lower leg injury, but unofficial reports indicate Posey has... Continue reading

Buster Posey Injury: Thursday MRI Set To Determine Extent Of Ankle Injury

Giants catcher Buster Posey suffered what appeared to be a significant lower leg injury during a collision in Wednesday night's Giants-Marlins game. We'll be here to provide updates and analysis on this developing story. For more on the Giant... Continue reading

Tony Bennett, Tom Jones Star On American Idol, Prove Musicians Don't Age Like Ballplayers

This is an exceedingly common story on the internet: My baseball fandom was jump-started by reading Bill James, who possesses�among other gifts�the strange ability, as a writer, to make everything in baseball and in life seem connected by certain ... Continue reading

For Tampa Bay Lightning's Dwayne Roloson, a win is a win

Dwayne Roloson keeps the puck out of the net during a first-period scramble. "We won the game," he says. "I don't care if we win 21-20. Continue reading

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Guy Boucher keeps focus on the present

By Tom Jones, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, May 25, 2011 TAMPA � No matter what happens with the Lightning in the short term, it appears it has a long-term solution behind the bench. Rookie coach Guy Boucher pulled all the right strings during this turnaround season, including the controversial decision to start backup goalie Mike Smith in Game 5 of this Eastern Conference final on Monday. So ... Continue reading

Scotty McCreery Wins 'American Idol' Crown

Scotty McCreery is the new "American Idol."
McCreery's win followed an evening of star-studded performances by Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Judas Priest, Tom Jones, Tony Bennett and Bono singing alongside "Idol" contestants.
It was the first-ever, all-coun... Continue reading

'Idol': Marc Anthony with Sheila E and Jennifer Lopez, then Tom Jones

May 25, 2011

'Idol': Marc Anthony with Sheila E and Jennifer Lopez, then Tom Jones

By Brian Mansfield, USA TODAY

Ryan Seacrest brings back Joe Repka, the would-be radio announcer, who takes us through a series of the season's worst auditions.
Afte... Continue reading

As Iceland Volcano Eruption Ends, German Airports Reopen

As Iceland Volcano Eruption Ends, German Airports Reopen Continue reading

Why Mike Brown, as Laker coach, could work

Count me in as being more than a little shocked at the negative reaction to Mike Brown's hiring as coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. I understand that everything could be set up to fail, here. And if you'll recall, nobody was harder on Brown's work w... Continue reading

Mike Brown Hired as Los Angeles Lakers Head Coach: What It Means for the Team

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Though Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Brian Shaw appeared to be the favorite to replace the legendary Phil Jackson, the Lakers instead agreed to a four-year, $18.25 m... Continue reading

Mike Brown LA Lakers' New Coach: Why the Dynasty Is Really Over Now

This is suicide.
I can't think of any other word for it.
But I have gotten ahead of myself. For those of you still unaware of the coming apocalypse, various sources, including ESPN, claim that Mike Brown is the front runner among head coaching candi... Continue reading

Source: John Edwards could be indicted

RALEIGH, N.C.�Federal prosecutors have completed a wide-ranging investigation into John Edwards' political dealings and could indict the two-time presidential candidate within days, a person familiar with the matter said Wednesday.


Edwards could ... Continue reading

AP source: John Edwards could be indicted soon

RALEIGH, N.C. �
�Federal prosecutors have completed a wide-ranging investigation into John Edwards' political dealings and could indict the two-time presidential candidate within days, a person familiar with the matter said Wednesday.

Edwards could... Continue reading

Edwards' fall: From golden boy to sleazy tabloid tale

From Joe Johns, CNN Correspondent





The case against John Edwards


STORY HIGHLIGHTS
John Edwards was presidential candidate in 2008 and was John Kerry's 2004 running mate
One-time rising star fathered a child with videographer hired to docu... Continue reading

Hines Ward � Dancing With The Stars Winner Praises Kirstie Alley

'Dancing With the Stars' champion Hines Ward has praised his runner-up Kirstie Alley, calling her ''incredible''. Continue reading

Biggest Loser Winner Olivia Ward: I Can't Wait to Wear a Bikini!

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Forget Disney World!
Now that Olivia Ward has dropped 129 pounds and won The Biggest Loser, the place she can't wait to visit is the beach.
PHOTOS: Shocking Biggest Loser transformations
"I'm so excited to try on a bathing s... Continue reading

Dancing With The Stars: Hines Ward dances to victory

By Hal Boedeker Sentinel Staff Writer

"Dancing With the Stars" anointed another winner Tuesday night, and it was a popular choice.SPOILER ALERT: Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward lost the Super Bowl this year, but he won the 12th season o... Continue reading

'Dancing With the Stars' Winner: Hines Ward

Hines Ward was named winner of Dancing With the Stars on Tuesday night.
The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver beat out Kirstie Alley and Chelsea Kane to take home the disco-ball trophy on Season 12 of ABC's dancing competition.
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'Dancing With The Stars' Picks A Winner

He didn't win a Super Bowl ring February, but Pitsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward won his first mirror ball trophy Tuesday in wining the 12 th season finale of "Dancing with the Stars." Ward won his fourth perfect score of 30 for his final samba before taking the trophy, as the judges' scoring leader most of the season. "Starting this competition I ever thought I'd be in the finals but I owe it all to Kym," Ward, 35, �said of his partner Kym Johnson, who overcame a frightening neck injury to claim her second win on the show. She previously won season nine with Donny Osmond; but she was first to go last season with David Hasselhoff. Continue reading

Dallas School Board Considers "Adminstrative Council"

Dallas School Board members discussed picking a group of chiefs to handle superintendent duties, versus a single interim leader, once Superintendent Michael Hinojosa leaves for his new job in Georgia. KERA's Bill Zeeble explains.Hinojosa is expected to... Continue reading

Hines Ward Wins 'Dancing With The Stars'

The dancing was top-notch and the competition was intense, but there could be only one winner as the latest season of "Dancing With the Stars" came to a close Tuesday night (May 24). After the rest of the season's contestants and a string of musical g... Continue reading

'Dancing With the Stars' Winner: Twitter Users Speak Out

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After the Season 12 winner of Dancing With the Stars was revealed Tuesday night, Twitter users took to the social networking site to speak out about who did -- a... Continue reading

'Dancing with the Stars' winner Hines Ward takes home Mirror Ball trophy in star-studded finale

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Hines Ward took home the Mirror Ball trophy as winner of season 12 of 'Dancing with the Stars.'


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'Idol' judges back Lauren Alaina to win finale

LOS ANGELES � If it was up to the judges, Lauren Alaina would be crowned the next "American Idol." The show's panel backed the chipper, 16-year-old songbird of Rossville, Ga., to win the grand prize after she faced off against Scotty McCreery in three performances on the Fox talent competition's finale Tuesday. Continue reading

Casey Anthony lied and killed daughter: prosecutor

ORLANDO, Fla (Reuters) � Casey Anthony lived a life full of deception and elaborate lies that culminated in the murder of her own daughter, prosecutors alleged on Tuesday, but defense lawyers said the girl drowned in a swimming pool.
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Lauren Alaina & Scotty McCreery Battle It Out On 'American Idol'; Who Did The Judges Pick To Win?

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Casey Anthony Murder Trial Begins in Orlando

Casey Anthony, the young Florida mother charged with killing her 2-year-old daughter Caylee, in the summer of 2008, wiped away tears as Assistant State Attorney Linda Drane-Burdick gave her opening statements this morning. The first-degree murder tria... Continue reading

Casey Anthony's Father Called as First Witness in Trial

It's been a day of bombshells during opening statements in Casey Anthony's first-degree murder trial.
First, the prosecution said, for the first time, that duct tape was the murder weapon Casey Anthony used to kill her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee Mari... Continue reading

Casey Anthony trial begins

Defense: 'Caylee drowned'


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NEW: "This is not a murder case," says Jose Baez
NEW: He says Casey Anthony was sexually abused by her father
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Casey Anthony trial starts after 3 years

Defense: 'Caylee drowned'


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NEW: "This is not a murder case," says Jose Baez
NEW: He says Casey Anthony was sexually abused by her father
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German nuclear power industry backs abolishing

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Casey Anthony cries as trial starts in Orlando

A Florida mother charged with killing her 2-year-old daughter began crying Tuesday as a prosecutor gave her opening statements in her first-degree murder trial. Continue reading

Casey Anthony Cries at Start of Murder Trial

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Bachelorette Blog: Ashley's First Impression Rose Explained

Ashley Hebert Craig Sjodin/ABC I can't even begin to tell you all how much pride and excitement I felt going into Monday's season premiere of The Bachelorette . Those two emotions stem from finally being able to show off my 25 men, and to start a journey that has changed my life forever. Though this first episode I say goodbye to seven men, the interactions with each and every one of them helped me through by showing me what I wanted in a man, and how I wanted to feel Continue reading

The Bachelorette � The Bachelorette Begins As Brad Womack And Maynard Split

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Just hours before the premiere of the new season of "The Bachelorette" on Monday, news broke that the couple who ended up together last season, Brad Womack and Emily Maynard, are officially done. That's right. I know it's shocking, but yet another another twosome to come out of "The Bachelor" franchise have gone kaput Continue reading

TV Review: 'Bachelorette': Talk about it!

You know, I never thought that anyone would be able to make a worst first impression on the Bachelor / Bachelorette franchise than that chick who took off her thong and handed it to Bachelor Matt. Oh, recapper of little faith! Did I not realize that Team Bachelorette would search far and wide to find someone capable of even bigger acts of jackassery? (SPOILER ALERT: Read no further if you've not seen tonight's episode.) Behold tonight's season premiere, in which our second choice dear Bachelorette Ashley met 25 "men," some of whom achieved adequate idiot status (I'm talking to you , guy with soul patch), but the one who truly brought his d-bag A-game was Tim � a.k.a Continue reading

The Bachelorette Episode Recap: Week 1

The Bachelorette, The Bachelorette, Season 7, Episode 1: Season 7 premiere: Dental student Ashley Hebert, Brad Womack's 2011 second runner-up, meets 25 potential husbands as limousines disgorge them at the show's Malibu mansion. Among them: a butcher, a fellow dentist, a masked man and a guy she already knows Continue reading

'Bachelorette's Ashley: Did she find love?

Ashley Hebert had 25 bachelors competing for her affections on the upcoming seventh season of ABC dating reality show "The Bachelorette," but did she find love?


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MLB Draft 2011 Prospects: For Yankees, Gerrit Cole Is One Who Got Away

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Joplin, Missouri, tornado: Warnings pale in season of violent twisters

Residents of Joplin, Missouri, had about 20 minutes of warning before a tornado strike Sunday. But this spring, early warnings have not been enough to prevent high death tolls from tornadoes.
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Tornado devastates Joplin, Missouri, leaves 89 dead

JOPLIN, Missouri (Reuters) - A monster tornado nearly a mile wide killed at least 89 people in Joplin, Missouri when it tore through the heart of the small Midwestern city, ripping the roof off a hospital and destroying thousands of homes and businesses, local officials said on Monday. U.S. Continue reading

Photos: Tornado ravages Joplin, Missouri; 89 dead

JOPLIN, Missouri (AP) � A thunderstorm is lashing Joplin, hampering search and rescue efforts for any survivors of a tornado that has already killed 89 people. The storms began about 8:30 a.m. Monday, bringing strong, gusty winds, heavy rain and quarter-size hail to parts of the southwest Missouri city just beginning recovery from Sunday's tornado. Continue reading

Sania Enters second round with convincing win

Sania Mirza broke sweat Hardly DURING her 6-3, 6-3 first round victory over Germany's Kristina Barrois in the French Open women's singles here Monday. Continue reading

Soon, operate your iPhone by Simply Touching the palm of your hand!

Researchers at Potsdam University in Germany Have Developed an 'imaginary phone' That lets you keep your phone in your pocket and use apps or answer calls by tapping your hand. Continue reading

Tornado kills at least 89 in Joplin, Mo.

JOPLIN, Mo., May 23 (UPI) -- A tornado smashed Joplin, Mo., "like a bomb," Sunday, killing dozens, and other twisters roared through Missouri, Minnesota and Wisconsin, authorities said.
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Death toll rising from huge Joplin, Mo., tornado

JOPLIN, Mo. (AP) � A massive tornado that tore through the southwest Missouri city of Joplin killed at least 89 people, but authorities warned that the death toll could climb Monday as search and rescuers continued their work at sunrise.




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Emirates opens door for further tourism and trade with Germany

Emirates is Responding to strong passenger demand in Germany by Launching extra frequencies to Frankfurt and upgrading one of STIs Munich flights to an A380 superjumbo. The moves will bond weitere ... Continue reading

German Private Sector Growth Slows In May

(RTTNews) - Growth in Germany's private sector to the Weakest Eased activity level in seven months in May, data released by Markit Economics and BME Eichmann Monday. The Composite Output Index, ... Continue reading

50 years for Germany's Turkish community

BERLIN (AFP) - Aylin Selcuk May Be The granddaughter of a Turkish immigrant, and a Muslim to boot, But she only really Began to feel Different from A Certain Other Germans after central banker ... Continue reading

Tornado death toll at 24 in Joplin

JOPLIN, Mo., May 23 (UPI) -- One tornado smashed Joplin, Mo., "like a bomb" Sunday, killing dozens, and other twisters roared through Missouri, Minnesota and Wisconsin, authorities said.
"I would say 75 percent of the town is virtually gone," Kathy D... Continue reading

Deadly Tornado Hits Joplin, Mo.

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In Joplin, MO: "75% of the town is virtually gone."

CNN) -- A tornado flattened buildings, snapped trees and tossed tractor-trailers like toys as it touched down in Joplin, Missouri, on Sunday night, causing an unknown number of deaths and injuries.
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Joplin, Mo., tornado witness: 'Swath cut through town is huge'

In the moments between the first and second tornado sirens that sounded the warning in Joplin, Mo., on Sunday evening, Sara Ferguson knelt in prayer inside a church classroom. The congregation of Citywide Christian Fellowship Church had been in the middle of services when a few parishioners who'd been keeping watch on the darkening skies outside came back to say it was time to seek safety Continue reading

Police take down servers German Pirate Party

Have federal police German Pirate Party German disconnected from the internet servers. The Bundeskriminalamt (BKA) Have left the servers in place, pero are searching for details of Alleged ... Continue reading

Bath Salts bill going to Governor Perry's desk

SANTE FE, Texas - by Tiffany Craig /KHOU 11 News - khou.com - A local family feels some sense of relief after a bill to ban bath salts has made it all the way to the governor's desk. When James Baldwin opened up about the suicide of his son in January, he just wanted to make people aware of the substance. "If you're doing the stuff, stop it and if you haven't done it, don't," said Baldwin. Continue reading

Danica qualifies for Indianapolis 500

Updated�May 22, 2011 7:52 PM ET
After a tense and emotional hour waiting for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track to be dried late Sunday afternoon � and with only 70 minutes remaining in time trials � IndyCar's most famous driver, Danica Patr... Continue reading

New champion Hopkins isn't done yet

MONTREAL � Decades ago, a poor Bernard Hopkins ran through the streets of his hometown in North Philadelphia to evade the police, or someone who was trying to catch him for something he had just done.
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Bernard Hopkins is world champion at 46

Bernard Hopkins became the oldest fighter to win a major world championship, taking the WBC light-heavyweight title Saturday night at Montreal from Jean Pascal at the age of 46.Hopkins (52-5-2) is the oldest fighter to take a major world belt since Geo... Continue reading

Iceland's Grimsvotn volcano erupting

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Iceland's volcano erupting

REYKJAVIK, Iceland � Iceland's most ctive volcano has started erupting, scientists said today � just over a year after another eruption on the North Atlantic island shut down European air traffic for days. Continue reading

Iceland volcano erupts, officials eye flight risks

REYKJAVIK (Reuters) � Iceland's most active volcano erupted on Saturday, hurling a plume of ash and smoke far into the sky, which aviation officials were closely monitoring after another volcano shut European airspace for days last year .
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Scientists: Iceland's Grimsvotn Volcano Erupting

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Volcano Erupts Beneath Glacier In Iceland

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(CNN) -- The Grimsvotn volcano under the Vatnajokull glacier in Iceland was erupting Saturday, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office.A dark cloud of s... Continue reading

Preakness 2011: Will Animal Kingdom Fall Far Behind out of the Gate?

Rob Carr/Getty Images Preakness 2011 Could Feature a Faster Beginning Pace than Kentucky Derby There's no question it was remarkable the way Animal Kingdom closed out the Kentucky Derby, coming from behind to blow past everyone in the final stretch. It marked the mentality of a champion: supreme confidence. But the field also ran the slowest half-mile and six furlongs in the Derby since 1947 , and you can't expect that to continue at the Preakness today. Continue reading

Preakness 2011: Animal Kingdom Faces Tough Task, Triple Crown Talk Premature?

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Preakness 2011 Contenders: Is Dance City a Legitimate Contender at Preakness?

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2011 Preakness Odds: Who Are the Top Contenders in the Preakness Stakes?

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With the 136th Preakness Stakes just hours away, it's time for everyone to get their betting cash out and lay it down on a horse. These horses are conte... Continue reading

Preakness 2011: Animal Kingdom Leads Charge at Pimlico in Pursuit of History

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The 136th Preakness Stakes run today at Pimlico and the only thing people want to talk about is Kentucky Derby winner and Preakness favorite, Animal Kingdom.
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New Zealand Earthquake Announce Official Conversion To Outfield

After a stunning failure to produce the rapture on May 21, 2011, Harold Camping's proposed New Zealand earthquake announced its intention to return to the minor leagues for further training as an outfielder, thereby reducing your correspondent to a so... Continue reading

"New Zealand earthquake 2011" Camping Prediction

Earthquake will hit southern New Zealand today May 21st of 2011 Today is predicted by Harold Camping to be the end of the world.� One of the highlights of 21st end of the world theory of Mr. Camping is (according to him) the earthquake that would kick off in southern New Zealand. Continue reading

Iconic wrestler Randy 'Macho Man' Savage dead at 58

BY MARK KONKOL Staff Reporter/mkonkol@suntimes.com May 21, 2011 02:05AM


In this undated publicity image released by WWE, professional wrestler Randy "Macho Man" Savage is shown. Savage, whose legal name is Randy Mario Poffo, died in a car crash ... Continue reading

German firm to reward salesmen held orgy

A unit of German insurance giant Munich Re Said it hosted an orgy with prostitutes for Some salesmen DURING ITS of an 'incentive trip' held in a Hungarian spa. Continue reading

Macho Man Randy Savage dies in Florida

Sat, 21 May 2011 2:01p.m. By Harry R Weber Randy "Macho Man" Savage, the professional wrestler known for his raspy voice, the sunglasses and bandanas he wore in the ring and the young woman named Miss Elizabeth who often accompanied him, died in a car crash Friday in Florida Continue reading

Ring Posts: Remembering Randy 'Macho Man' Savage | VIDEO

It was obvious from the first time that I saw Randy "Macho Man' Savage on WWF television in 1985 that he was a special talent.
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'Macho Man' Randy Savage dies in Pinellas car wreck

By STEPHEN THOMPSON, HOWARD ALTMANPublished: May 20, 2011Updated: May 20, 2011 - 9:00 PM
Once known for his spectacular shades, bulging biceps and blustering bloviation, former professional wrestler "Macho Man" Randy Savage was killed in a car wreck Fr... Continue reading

Wrestler 'Macho Man' Randy Savage killed in car wreck

Randy "Macho Man" Savage, the professional wrestler known for his raspy voice, the sunglasses and bandanas he wore in the ring and the young woman named Miss Elizabeth who often accompanied him, died in a car crash Friday in Florida. He was 58.
A Flor... Continue reading

'Macho Man' Randy Savage dies in Fla. wreck

Randy "Macho Man" Savage, the professional wrestler known for his raspy voice, the sunglasses and bandanas he wore in the ring and the young woman named Miss Elizabeth who often accompanied him, died in a car crash Friday in Florida. He was 58.
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Wrestler Randy 'Macho Man' Savage killed in car crash

Police said he may have suffered a "medical event" before the accident, but the report did not elaborate, and it said officials would need to perform an autopsy to know for sure. Continue reading

The world won't end tomorrow. How do I know? The market told me so.

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Let's assume for a moment that the world will end on Saturday, May 21st (tomorrow).� Then it would be reasonable to as... Continue reading

Predictor of May 21 doomsday to watch it on TV

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - The U.S. evangelical Christian broadcaster predicting that Judgment Day will come on Saturday says he expects to stay close to a TV or radio to monitor the unfolding apocalypse.Harold Camping, 89, previously made a failed pre... Continue reading

Detroiters Sound Off on 'Judgement Day'

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What Will the Weather Be Like on Judgment Day?

If May 21 is really the start of doomsday, it looks like the weather won't be tipping its hand. In case you haven't heard, Harold Camping , 89-year-old leader of the ministry Family Radio Worldwide, has predicted that a five-month destruction of humanity will commence Saturday with a rapture, in which believers will ascend to heaven. Continue reading

Judgement Day May 21: End of the World?

By Stephen Summer Epoch Times Staff Created: May 20, 2011 Last Updated: May 20, 2011 Participants in a movement that is proselytizing that the world will end this May 21, Judgment Day, walk through New York City. The Christian based movement, which claims thousands of supporters around the country and world, was founded by California-based Harold Camping. Camping is president of Family Stations Inc., a religious broadcasting network that promotes the belief that May 21, 2011 is Judgment Day. Continue reading

German insurance firm as hosted orgy best bonus for 100 reps!

It has emerged a German insurance company That Had Organized an orgy with 20 high-class prostitutes in a Hungarian spa renowned as STI 100 bonus for best salesmen. Continue reading

May 21 Doomsday & Rapture Prediction of Harold Camping, What If?

Have you ever wondered what if tomorrow, May 21, is indeed the end of the world? U.S. Continue reading

German insurance firm 'use prostitutes to reward 100 best reps'

It has emerged a German insurance company That Had Organized an orgy with 20 high-class prostitutes in a renowned Hungarian STI spa to reward best salesmen. Continue reading

Predictor of May 21 doomsday unwavering

The US evangelical broadcaster predicting that Judgment Day will come on Saturday says he expects to stay close to a TV or radio to monitor the unfolding apocalypse. Continue reading

The Mentalist, Sunday, 8.30pm, Nine

The Mentalist, Sunday, 8.30pm, Nine Tim Roth has edge, Simon Baker has smooth charm and incidentally both have found their stride in their respective and related shows Lie To Me and The Mentalist. This week Cameron Daddo guest stars as David Vance, bereaved gay hubby - but you don't want to blink. So: ambitious Dr Quick heads his hospital's transplant program after his predecessor gets his head smashed in by a nine iron - that's iron not irony. Continue reading

Is May 21st the end of the world?

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Abilene Residents Weigh In On 'End Of The World" Speculation

With the scare that Judgment Day is May 21st, people around Abilene say no one can predict when the world will end, but if it does happen to be this Saturday, then they will be ready for the outcome. Continue reading

End of world Saturday religious guru says

Tommy Mann/Orange Leader A billboard in Vidor proclaims that the Biblical Judgment Day will occur on May 21. Continue reading

WJBF EXTRA: Some Say The World will End On May 21, 2011

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Why LinkedIn's IPO opened with a pop

POP! LinkedIn has just opened up 90 percent, a huge pop.� And this comes after LinkedIn's bankers jacked up the IPO price by 30 percent given strong demand by institutional investors? Did LinkedIn's investment bankers screw the company's investors by underpricing the IPO and greasing the palms of the big institutional money managers who bought ahead of time?� Maybe. Continue reading

LinkedIn Shares Spike in IPO Debut

LinkedIn (LNKD) opened Thursday morning at $83 a share, marking an 84.4% premium to its initial offering price and a remarkably strong debut for the largest U.S. Internet IPO since the bursting of the tech bubble.
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Woman shot dead police officer after knifing

(18 May 11) The Authorities Said the woman got Into an argument with a Labour member of Agency staff in the city and WAS Told to leave. When she Refuse To do so, and the argument Became ... Continue reading

Atheists offer to protect departed Christians' pets post 21st May doomsday!

Melbourne, May 19 : For those Christians worrying about the welfare of their pets they leave behind on the day of the Rupture, a suitable option could be to make arrangements with the atheists. Continue reading

Kye Allums: Transgender Allums Will Forego Senior Season for Medical Reasons

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Kye Allums has called off the remainder of his basketball career, and it was a smart move to do so.
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TMZ Live: Schwarzenegger Targeted by Baby Mama?

5/18/2011 10:00 AM PDT�by TMZ Staff�� If Mildred Baena pursued Arnold Schwarzenegger -- and initiated the sex -- would that change your opinion? And, Kirk Cameron blasts Stephen Hawking 's claim that heaven doesn't exist -- whose side are you on? You've got questions .... Continue reading

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2011 NBA Mock Draft: Will The Bulls Address Their Backcourt In The Draft?

DraftExpress is one of the best sources of information on prospects and the NBA Draft, and they have just released their first post-lottery 2011 NBA Mock Draft. They have the Bulls getting some help for their backcourt, and a surprising pick for their... Continue reading

2011 NBA Mock Draft: Nuggets Select SG Josh Selby In SB Nation's Latest Projections

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2011 NBA Mock Draft: Kyrie Irving A No-Brainer First Pick

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Our first 2011 NBA Mock Draft after the lottery features Kyrie Irving and Derrick Williams at the top, lots of Europeans in the first round and a special cameo from Jeremy Tyler.

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UK Could Have 'Nazis crushed Within 3 years' Had Not Rejected RAF jet plans' inventor

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2011 NBA Draft: Where Jimmer Fredette, Kemba Walker & More Go with Order Set

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With just over a month until the June 23 NBA Draft, the 2011 NBA Lottery answered a few of our questions and set the draft order in stone.�
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Measuring brain waves help predict schizophrenia May

A new study by German and Swiss Researchers Found That You May Measuring brain waves help predict the Risk for Developing schizophrenia. Continue reading

Android handsets 'Potentially' vulnerable to data leaks

A team of security experts at the University of Ulm in Germany have discovered That the millions of smartphones Which use the Android software by Google Are Promoted to leak sensitive data to criminals looking to launch an impersonation attack. Continue reading

2011 NBA Mock Draft: Yahoo! Says Timberwolves Take Derrick Williams, Jimmer Fredette

Read More: 2011 nba draft , 2011 mock draft , 2011 nba mock draft , draft express mock , updated mock draft , timberwolves mock draft , derrick williams mock draft , yahoo nba mock draft , 2011 nba mock draft updated , nba mock updated , Jimmer Fredette (G - Brigham Young) , Michael Beasley (F - MIN) , Kevin Love (F - MIN) , Ricky Rubio (G - MIN) , Derrick Williams (F - Arizona) , Minnesota Timberwolves , BYU Cougars , Arizona Wildcats The final 2011 NBA mock draft coming out before any of the writers went to sleep following Tuesday night's NBA Draft lottery came from� Yahoo! Sports � by way of Jonathan Givony from Draft Express.� The initial picks are the same as� highlighted earlier , but now Givony gives reasons as to why he projects the Minnesota Timberwolves will take Arizona Wildcats forward� Derrick Williams �with the No. 2 overall pick and BYU Cougars sharpshooter -- and apparent Ricky Rubio insurance -- Jimmer Fredette with 20th overall pick Continue reading

NBA Draft 2011: Forget Kyrie Irving, Cavs Need Derrick Williams and Kemba Walker

What a difference a year makes. Ten months ago the Cleveland Cavaliers experienced their darkest hour in franchise history when LeBron James left town. Now they have the first overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft, in addition to the fourth overall pick,... Continue reading

NBA Draft Lottery 2011: Kyrie Irving, PGs Could Make History in Draft

The 2011 NBA Draft Lottery will solidify the final draft order for the league. The bounce of the ping pong determine whether your team gets a sure thing or will have to roll the dice on someone less certain in this NBA Draft. Will they trade up, down,... Continue reading

NBA Mock Draft: 2011 Is the Hardest Year Ever to Do a Mock Draft

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Harold Camping Says of May 21st Doomsday, 'It Is Going to Happen'

Harold Camping has four days left on earth before the May 21st doomsday arrives. So what is he doing with his time? Well, he's been running around taking care of business, as usual. Continue reading

Senator Great Harmon Killebrew Dies

Harmon Killebrew , Washington Senators , Minnesota Twins WireImage Harmon Killebrew passed away Tuesday at the age of 74 from esophageal cancer. Continue reading

Real Housewives of New Jersey: Do You Miss Danielle Staub?

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Season 3 of the Real Housewives of New Jersey started on a dramatic note Monday night � with an epic brawl at Teresa Giudice's nephew's christening.Plus, there are two new Housewives � both relat... Continue reading

Your comments: 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' is back!

BRAVO"Real Housewives of New Jersey" stars, from left, Jacqueline Laurita, Teresa Giudice, Caroline Manzo, Kathy Wakile and Melissa Gorga.
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Bravo's 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' Casts Garden State Negatively

COMMENTARY | Has anyone reading this been motivated to visit New Jersey, now that we have become famous for being home to reality television trash, like the "Real Housewives of New Jersey" and "Jersey Shore?"
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Hewlett-Packard Earnings Beat, Forecast Misses

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Fox News featured a heated debate between Jon Stewart and Bill O'Reilly over the first family's invite of Chicago rapper "Common" to the White House music series. Seth Doane reports on the hi... Continue reading

Forget Oprah: James Frey Talks Truth With Big Think

Frey on Big Think

"I don't care much about truth."
So says James Frey. And for the first time since the controversy broke about the untruths in his book "A Million Little Pieces," I have watched an interview with next-to-n0 doubt that he w... Continue reading

'The Real Housewives of New Jersey' season premiere recap: 'Butt Cheeks' and a Baptism!

HUSBAND AND WIFE Teresa says Joe is loving his new career. We are unconvinced!





Greetings, Garden State fans! As a born and bred Jersey girl (Let's hear it for Scotch Plains! Anyone? Nunzio's pizza? Bowcraft? Okay. I agree, it's a lame tow... Continue reading

Meet New Jersey Real Housewife Melissa Gorga!

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Here we go again�another Real Housewife wants to be a singer.
Melissa Gorga, one of the two new stars of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, thinks the reality show could be her gateway to singing stardom.
Even if it means having h... Continue reading

James Frey: Oprah appearance was a "car crash"

Famously disgraced author James Frey goes back on Oprah, admitting his struggles following his earlier show appearance Continue reading

Countdown to the last 'Oprah Winfrey Show': A double dose of James Frey

The final Oprah episode approaches: only 8 more and we get... James Frey? Continue reading

Frey calls Winfrey interview 'personal car crash'

CHICAGO�� Author James Frey tells Oprah Winfrey that if he could do it again he would have "been honest" in promoting his book "A Million Little Pieces."
Frey appeared on Monday's episode of "The Oprah Winfrey Show," more than five years after Winf... Continue reading

Bundchen has date nights with hubby

German supermodel Gisele Bundchen and Tom Brady husband Organise date nights to Ensure They spend quality time together. Continue reading

Cali Swag District rapper M-bone killed in Inglewood drive-by [Video]

Rapper M-bone, a member of the platinum hip-hop group Cali Swag District, was killed in a drive-by shooting in Inglewood on Sunday night, police said. The shooting took place about 10:30 p.m. Continue reading

Gabrielle Giffords watches husband's shuttle launch

Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off: Space shuttle Endeavour lifted off on time this morning on its way to the International Space Station. Courtesy of NASA TV



Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off


South Beach Tracker view of Endeavour's lifto... Continue reading

Cali Swag District's M-Bone Killed in Drive-By Shooting

Montae Talbert, known as M-Bone of Cali Swag District,�was�shot and killed late Sunday nightin a drive-by shooting in Inglewood, Calif., according to multiple reports.� Continue reading

Survivor Winner, Strauss-Kahn: Hot Trends

NEW YORK (TheStreet) -- "Survivor winner" is a trending search topic on Google Monday after Rob Mariano won the CBS(CBS) reality series "Survivor: Redemption Island" on Sunday evening.


Mariano, known as "Boston Rob," won "Survivor" in his fourth try... Continue reading

'Survivor' reunion: Redemption Island winner Boston Rob gets praise from rival Russell, Phil really was a federal agent

CBS The winner of Survivor 22 was revealed Sunday night: Boston Rob Mariano, one of the greatest strategists in the show's long history. Continue reading

'Survivor' Winner: 'Boston' Rob Mariano Wins 'Survivor: Redemption Island'

For "Boston" Rob Mariano, fourth time's a charm. The longtime "Survivor" veteran took home the crown of the series' 22nd season on Sunday, beating out 17 other contestants in "Survivor: Redemption Island." Continue reading

Survivor: Redemption Island Winner Rob Mariano Won The One Million Dollar Prize

Survivor: Redemption Island Winner "Boston" Rob Mariano Image Credit: Hollywoodreporter.com Rob Mariano has been declared as the Survivor: Redemption Island winner which was aired on May 15, 2011, the Sunday's finale of CBS reality game competition in Nicaragua. Mariano, who is married to former "Survivor" winner Amber Brkich will take home the $1 million prize. Continue reading

Disney Dream doesn't dent older cruise ships

Walt Disney Co. revealed a few details about the popularity of its cruise line last week as it discussed its fiscal second-quarter earnings with stock analysts. Continue reading

Disney Cruise Lines Offers Fun for the Whole Family � Babble (blog)

This is a discussion on Disney Cruise Lines Offers Fun for the Whole Family - Babble (blog) within the Current Cruise Travel News forums, part of the category; Cruise News Reporter Has Just Posted the Following: Babble (blog) Disney Cruise Lines Offe... Continue reading

American Idol Scotty McCreery Welcome Home Concert: Surprised by Josh Turner and Granted "Scotty McCreery Day" (Video)

Josh Turner and Scotty McCreeryImage Credit: tasteofcountry.com
American Idol Scotty McCreery, one of the Top 3 finalists of AI Season 10, had a Welcome Home concert in Garner, North Carolina, on May 14 where close to 30,000 people watched as the 17 ... Continue reading

Man fined for killing pet frog

A resident of a small town in Germany has-been fined 1,500 euros for historical killing neighbor's pet frog, a German magazine report. Continue reading

Turner has 5 RBIs, Mets beat Astros 7-4

The Associated Press The Associated Press HOUSTON Justin Turner homered and drove in a career-high five runs, and Jason Pridie hit a go-ahead single and stole home to help the New York Mets beat the Houston Astros 7-4 Sunday. He hit a tying, two-run double in the Mets' four-run fifth inning, and later scored the go-ahead run. Turner tacked on a three-run homer in the sixth and the Mets won for ... Continue reading

Kroger, union local reach deal

Kroger Co. announced Friday it has reached a tentative agreement with its 2,400 employees in northeast Indiana.
They are represented by United Food and Commercial Workers Local 700. Union representatives were not available for comment. The membership... Continue reading

IMF's Dominique Strauss-Kahn faces sex charge

NEW YORK/PARIS (Reuters) � IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn was arrested and charged on Sunday with sexually assaulting a New York hotel maid, in a scandal that appeared to wreck his hopes of running for president of France.
The charges threatened t... Continue reading

German newscast confuses 'Star Trek' logo for SEAL Team Six

A German television news station recently confused the logo of a U.S. military group responsible for That Was the daring mission That Kill Terrorist Osama Bin Laden with a fictional badge created by a Star Trek fan Organisation. Continue reading

IMF's Dominque Strauss Kahn charged with New York sex attack

NEW YORK/PARIS (Reuters) � IMF chief and possible French presidential contender Dominique Strauss-Kahn was arrested and charged on Sunday with sexual assault, including attempted rape, on a hotel maid in New York City. Strauss-Kahn, 62, a key player in the response to the 2007-9 global financial meltdown and in Europe's debt crisis, was taken off an Air France plane about to leave for Paris from John F Kennedy International Airport on Saturday. Continue reading

Azerbaijan wins Eurovision 2011

For the first time, ex-Soviet Azerbaijan has topped this year's 'Eurovision Song Contest 2011' in Germany after scoring 221 points for Its love song, 'Running Scared'. Continue reading

Klapisch: Relationship between Jorge Posada-Joe Girardi reaches crisis

NEW YORK � Among the Yankees' Core Four, it was always Jorge Posada who battled the darker angels. Andy Pettitte was as innocent as a dove, Mariano Rivera remained a billboard of calm while his cut-fastball lasered through the American League and Derek Jeter, even in decline, is still as regal as Joe DiMaggio. AP The Yankees' Jorge Posada looks on during the fifth inning of Saturday's game against the Red Sox. Continue reading

Jorge Posada and the Yankees Struggle to Transition

There's nothing like going to the office and being blindsided by the news that you have been demoted.

Doesn't matter what the job is or the nature of the profession, whether�it's public or private. Transitions often hurt.
The Yankees' Jorge ... Continue reading

Boogaard autopsy to take weeks, brain going to research

MINNEAPOLIS -- It may be weeks before authorities know exactly how and why New York Rangers enforcer Derek Boogaard died, although foul play was not immediately suspected. The 28-year-old player was found dead Friday in his Minneapolis apartment Continue reading

Jorge Posada removes himself from Yankees' lineup before Saturday's game

NEW YORK � Jorge Posada removed himself from the Yankees' starting lineup Saturday night, and his future with the club was suddenly cast in doubt.

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In this file photo the Yankees' Curtis Granderson, left, and designated hitter Jorge ... Continue reading

Jorge Posada Claiming Back Kept Him Out Of Lineup

Read More: Jorge Posada (DH - NYY)
A clearly testy New York Yankees Manager Joe Girardi said several times during his post-game press conference Saturday night that slumping designated hitter Jorge Posada did not play because he "needed a day" to ... Continue reading

Jorge Posada "refused" to play vs. Boston

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NEW YORK � Adrian Gonzalez homered for the fourth consecutive game and Josh Beckett shut down the skidding New York Yankees for the second time this season, sending the Boston Red Sox to a 6-0 victory Saturday on a bizarre night in the Bronx.
... Continue reading

Huckabee's opponents see opportunity, offer praise

By Alex RoartyNational Journal
Mike Huckabee's decision not to run for president starts a campaign of a different kind: the race to get his endorsement.
The former Arkansas governor, who retains a strong following among social conservatives, will be p... Continue reading

PlayStation Network restoration begins, first phase includes online play

Restoration of PlayStation®Network and Qriocity Services BeginsIncreased Security Measures Implemented Before Service Restoration; Consumer Data Protection a Full-Time, Company-Wide CommitmentTOKYO, May 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Corporation and So... Continue reading

Derek Boogaard Memorial Planned Sunday; Fans Remember Former Wild Player

Derek Boogaard was found dead Friday evening in his Minneapolis apartment, still off-season home despite moving to play for the New York Rangers from the Minnesota Wild last season, and the outpouring of support from fans around Minnesota has been nothing short of moving. The 28-year-old's role as on-ice role as enforcer and fan-favorite status during his five seasons in Minnesota has been met ... Continue reading

Modern Warfare 3…

What a day, huh? We began with the giant leak of very credible rumors�surrounding the unannounced third game in the Modern Warfare series. Representatives for Call of Duty's publisher Activision were quiet for most of the day, but it looks like the... Continue reading

Rangers enforcer Derek Boogaard found dead in Minneapolis apartment

MINNEAPOLIS -- An autopsy was pending Saturday on the former Minnesota Wild and New York Rangers enforcer Derek Boogaard after he was found dead at his Minneapolis home.
Boogaard, 28, was discovered in his Warehouse District apartment by family mem... Continue reading

Rangers enforcer Boogaard found dead at 28

New York Rangers forward Derek Boogaard was found dead in his Minneapolis apartment Friday. Continue reading

Rangers Player Is Found Dead in His Home

Derek Boogaard, a 28-year-old Ranger regarded as one of the toughest fighters in the N.H.L., was found dead Friday, the team announced. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images Derek Boogaard of the Rangers in December 2010.� If it happens on ice and it involves hitting and scoring, The Times's Slap Shot blog is on it. Continue reading

Eurozone Economic Growth Through first quarter ACCELERATES

The Eurozone saw to combined Countries Economic Growth of 0.8% in the first three months of 2010. Continue reading

Mississippi River Flooding Surfaces Memories of Previous Floods

The Mississippi River has crested in some areas and is causing widespread economic damage as it widens to more than three miles. Memphis, Tenn., and Tunica, Miss., are just a couple cities that have fallen victim to the inundation of the Mississippi R... Continue reading

Heart Attack Grill opens in Dallas, so will arteries there be closing?

Heart Attack Grill features giant burgers served by waitresses dressed as nurses. (Credit: Heart Attack Grill) (CBS) Think bypass surgery is no laughing matter Continue reading

Mississippi Delta braces for historic flooding

MIAMI (AFP) � US authorities were preparing Friday to open up a major floodgate to ease pressure from the swollen Mississippi River hoping to save urban centers from historic flooding as rising waters swept south. Louisiana's Morganza Spillway could be opened this weekend to stop flood waters from washing into major cities, the US Army Corps of Engineers said, aiming to ease the Mississippi's flow as it heads for the Gulf of Mexico. "Baton Rouge and New Orleans will flood if we don't open that spillway," retired general Russel Honore, best known for leading the military response to the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster, warned on CNN. Continue reading

Mississippi Delta braces for flooding

MIAMI (AFP) � US authorities were preparing Friday to open up a major floodgate to ease pressure from the swollen Mississippi River in a bid to save urban centers from historic flooding as rising waters swept south.
The US Army Corps of Engineers sa... Continue reading

Mississippi Flood Threatens Louisiana Oil, Gas Output

May 13, 2011, 2:18 PM EDT Story Tools e-mail this story print this story add to Business Exchange By Brian K. Sullivan and Joe Carroll (Corrects names of Army Corps of Engineers spokesmen in sixth and eighth paragraphs.) May 13 (Bloomberg) -- The rising floodwaters of the Mississippi River, threatening towns and farms between Memphis and the Gulf of Mexico, may affect 10 percent of Louisiana's onshore crude oil production. Continue reading

Heart Attack Grill opens to protest, but closes for maintenance

by CYNTHIA VEGA
WFAA

Posted on May 13, 2011 at 1:00 PM
Updated today at 1:07 PM




Poll:
Will you dine at the Heart Attack Grill?






DALLAS - An anti-climactic grand opening for a new burger joint in Dallas's West End.
The Heart Attack Grill clos... Continue reading

Metra collision could lead to commute headaches

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Metra is warning that this morning's fatal collision between a dump truck and a Metra train is likely to result in commuting headaches on the Union Pacific-Northwest Line this afternoon, as passengers likely will hav... Continue reading

Ashton Kutcher Joins 'Two and a Half Men'

Chat about this story w/ Talkita Continue reading

Citizens Bank, Dunkin' Donuts: Hot Trends

NEW YORK ( TheStreet ) -- "Citizens Bank" is a trending search topic Friday following the news that the Philadelphia Flyers will host the 2012 Winter Classic at Citizens Bank Park, on Jan. 2. Continue reading

Bank denies Ponzi scheme liability

Citizens Bank could be on the hook for money investors lost in a high-profile Ponzi scheme a decade ago.


Yesterday, a state appellate court panel overturned a decision to dismiss a lawsuit against the bank brought by an Asian company that lost $5 m... Continue reading

German Court Finds Demjanjuk guilty of Nazi Crimes

MUNICH, Germany (Reuters) - A German court found John Demjanjuk guilty Thursday of helping to kill 27.900 Jews at the Nazi death camp Sobibor During The Munich court Sentenced Holocaust.The the ... Continue reading

San Jose Sharks Give Fans That Sinking Feeling

It appears to be the year of the psychiatrist's couch in the N.H.L. playoffs. We found the Vancouver Canucks there in the first round, talking through their franchise's childhood issues, that being 40 years of acute stress disorder. Therapy result... Continue reading

Contagious Pink Eye Among Us

What is red, itchy and contagious? Since you managed to avoid that poison ivy, it's got to be pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis. Pink eye is an inflammation of a transparent membrane that lines part of the eyeball and eyelid. It's caused by eithe... Continue reading

Klitschko says he'll eat for taunt Haye

Ukrainian boxer Wladimir Klitschko I've Said Plans to administer a beating to Sustained DURING Britisher David Haye bout Hamburg Their July 2, Especially in the wake of the Latter's taunt. Continue reading

'Dancing with the Stars' elimination: Who made it to the semi-finals?

'Dancing with the Stars' contestant Kirstie Alley and her partner Maksim Chmerkovskiy In a vote of confidence for the show's eldest contestants, actress Kirstie Alley and actor Ralph Macchio both have spots in the 'Dancing with the Stars' semifinals. Twenty-something... Continue reading

'Dancing With the Stars' 2011: Viewers save Macchio, toss Romeo

Ralph Macchio got the week's fewest points from the judges owing, in part, to a leg injury. (Adam Taylor - ABC) "Dancing with the Stars" results show starts with Kirstie Alley and Maks Chmerkovskiy re-doing their Argentine Tango of Monday night Continue reading

'Dancing With The Stars' results show: Who was eliminated? � Spoilers

Spoiler Alert! The seventh couple was eliminated from the 12th season of "Dancing With The Stars" on Tuesday, May 10, 2011. Did Ralph Macchio's injured leg count him out?


Photos:

Photos: Adele performs on 'DWTS'


Photos: 'Dancing With The Stars' w... Continue reading

'Dancing With the Stars' results recap: Unplugged

Well, anything is possible. Maybe it was because, as the "DanceCenter" panel pointed out, he had too many cookies and "he's not working out hard enough." Oh Romeo, Romeo. Despite that swagger and a confidence that stretched on for days, the... Continue reading

Hines Ward (fox) trots into semis of 'DWTS'

LOS ANGELES -- There's no such thing as too much sparkle on "Dancing With the Stars." The members of the audience for Week 8 on the reality competition show also were expected to glitter. This was apparent from the get-go, when everyone lined up outside entrance C-6 at CBS Television City on Monday Continue reading

'Dancing With the Stars': Who was sent home?

By Hal Boedeker Sentinel Staff Writer os-dancing-stars-results-051011 Michael Bolton returned to "Dancing With the Stars" to sing tonight -- thank goodness he wasn't dancing. Adele performed "Rolling in the Deep" despite some vocal troubles and odd camerawork. Continue reading

Ward, partner advance on 'Dancing With the Stars'

After scoring high in an instant dance challenge Monday night, Hines Ward and his "Dancing with the Stars" partner, Kym Johnson, nearly were instantly vaulted into Week 9 of the popular reality competition.
Ward and Johnson and the duo of Kirstie Alle... Continue reading

Mike Epps Served Legal Papers On Stage

Tue, May 10 2011 by Bitchie Staff | Filed Under: Celebrities


While comedian Mike Epps was giving the crowd a few laughs during his show in Texas this past weekend, the Jumping the Broom star got served court papers in the middle of his set, and he ... Continue reading

Comic handed legal papers onstage

Comedian Mike Epps is facing legal action stemming from a fight last year - he was served legal papers while performing onstage last week. Continue reading

Actor Epps handed legal papers onstage

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Google AdWords Enable Tablet Specific Targeting

Hot on the heels of Google IO's Android keynote presentation, Google AdWords has enabled a new setting in their interface which makes a distinction between targeting ads to tablet devices and smartphones. The settings tab of your AdWords account now has a new targeting option called "Tablets with full browsers", which appears under targeting "Mobile devices with full browsers". The provision has ... Continue reading

Google Will Remove Any Illegal / Unauthorized / Copyright-Infringing Music From Its Cloud [Google]

# google Word from Google IO is that Google Music will delete user MP3s, if the copyright holder has a legitimate claim against their music being on the server. And it will use the same backend tech to do so as YouTube Continue reading

Google Will Remove Your Music From Its Cloud if it Infringes on Copyrights [Google]

Adrian Covert � Word from Google IO is that Google Music will delete user MP3s, if the copyright holder has a legitimate claim against their music being on the server. And it will use the same backend tech to do so as YouTube. During the Q&A session at Google IO, Android execs revealed this bit when asked about the business model for Google Music. Continue reading

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver Announce Surprising Separation

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver have been a power couple in Hollywood and in politics. Continue reading

Unlikely couple Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver separating after 25 years of marriage

LOS ANGELES � It was a storybook marriage in 1986 on a spring weekend on Cape Cod that united a princess of an American political dynasty, Maria Shriver, and the gap-toothed muscle-clad movie star famous enough to be known by one name, Arnold. In many ways, it was a pairing of opposites: Her uncle was a U.S. president; his father was an Austrian policeman. Continue reading

Power Couple Maria Shriver And Arnold Schwarzenegger Separate

Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger announce their separation after 25 years of marriage. Continue reading

Maria Shriver Gave Hints Of Differences

POSTED: 5:44 am PDT May 10, 2011UPDATED: 7:07 am PDT May 10, 2011



SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- In an interview KCRA 3 did with Maria Shriver back in December, there were some signs of tension in her marriage to then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.Shriver sa... Continue reading

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver to be divorced!

Andrea Shyu After what seems to be an eternity of wedlock and good memories, the Schwarzenegger duo have decided to end their marriage. read more Continue reading

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver separating after 25 years

It was a storybook marriage in 1986 on a spring weekend on Cape Cod that united a princess of an American political dynasty, Maria Shriver , and the gap-toothed muscle-clad movie star famous enough to be known by one name, Arnold . The Associated Press FILE -- In an April 25, 1986 file photo Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger poses with his bride Maria Shriver following their wedding ceremony in Hyannis, Mass. Former California Gov. Continue reading

Rick Santorum, unfinished with Obama?

"I would have that prosecution suspended immediately. It is in fact unconscionable," Rick Santorum, former United States Senator from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, answered when asked on The Steve Malzberg show about whether he would suspend the investigation upon being elected president Continue reading

Rick Santorum, yet done with Obama?

"I would have that prosecution suspended immediately. It is in fact unconscionable," Rick Santorum, former United States Senator from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, answered when asked on The Steve Malzberg show about whether he would suspend the investigation upon being elected president. "This whole process should be terminated immediately. Continue reading

WW2 RAF aerial photos May lead to lost Nazi gold worth pounds 500m

Surveillance photos shot by RAF Mosquito fighter-bombers over Germany During The Second World War Historians Are Guiding to find the location of a bunker Believed to Contain a hoard of Nazi gold worth over 500 million pounds on today's markets. Continue reading

Paragliding diplomat lands in trouble in Pakistan

A German diplomat, Who Was Trying to paraglide from the Margalla Hills near Pakistan capital this, WAS taken to the police as it Was a no-fly zone, half report said. Continue reading

Celtics-Heat shaping up to be a war

Boston point guard Rajon Rondo played valiantly in Game 3, coming back to lead the Celtics after dislocating his left elbow.
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GAME 1� Heat 99, Celtics 90 | Highlights
GAME 2� Heat 102, Celtics 91 | Highlights
GAME 3� Celtics 97, Heat 81 |... Continue reading

Full face transplant patient makes 1st appearance

BOSTON � The nation's first full face transplant recipient said the first thing his young daughter told him when she saw him after the operation was "Daddy, you're so handsome." Dallas Wiens, sporting a goatee and dark sunglasses, joined surgeons Monday at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston in his first public appearance since the 15-hour procedure in March. "It feels natural," said the 25-year-old Fort Worth, Texas, man, who received a new nose, lips, skin, muscle and nerves from an anonymous donor. The operation was paid for by the U.S Continue reading

Germany Sentences Al-Qaida Member to Prison

Germany Sentences Al-Qaida Member to Prison Continue reading

Chaz Bono: 'I Was Failing as a Lesbian'

He was first introduced to the world as Chastity, a golden-haired little girl in the arms of her famous parents, Sonny and Cher, but after undergoing gender reassignment surgery, he is now Chaz Bono.
"This is how I was born. I mean, there's no dou... Continue reading

Newt Gingrich says he's running for president

Associated PressFormer Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich addresses the National Rifle Association's 140th annual meeting on April 29 in Pittsburgh.
ATLANTA -- Newt Gingrich is running for president.
The former House speaker disclosed his bid on Twitt... Continue reading

Casey Anthony Trial Court: Seeking 20 Unbiased Jurors for Two Months

It's been three years coming but Casey Anthony of Orlando, Fla., goes on trial this week for the murder of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee. When Caylee's grandmother, Cindy Anthony, reported her missing July 16, 2008 , the little girl had already been gone more than a month, having last been seen June 9. Jury Selection Underway Caylee Anthony's disappearance generated so much adverse media attention for her mother that seating an impartial jury will be a challenge Continue reading

Casey Anthony: How much do you want to hear about her emotions?

Casey Anthony wipes tears as jury selection began today. Photo credit: Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel

Casey Anthony wept as jury selection began today in her murder trial, and that was big news at noon today.
"As the jury pool entered the courtroom ... Continue reading

Casey Anthony's Trial Begins Today

POSTED: Sunday, May 8, 2011 UPDATED: 11:32 am EDT May 9, 2011 CLEARWATER, Fla. -- The trial of Casey Anthony, the young mother accused of killing her 2-year-old daughter is begins Monday with jury selection in Pinellas County.Because of intense media interest in the case of the young woman accused of first-degree murder in the death of Caylee Anthony, the location wasn't announced until early Monday.More than 600 media credentials have been requested."The pretrial publicity I've seen in this case is unprecedented in the state of Florida," said Circuit Judge Belvin Perry, who is presiding over the case.At the center of this media maelstrom is the ponytailed, 25-year-old Anthony, who could face the death penalty if convicted of first-degree murder. She also is charged with aggravated child abuse, aggravated manslaughter of a child and providing false information to law enforcement. Continue reading

Casey Anthony jury selection moved to Pinellas

CLEARWATER --
Prosecutors have turned to Pinellas County to find a jury for the trial of Casey Anthony, the suburban Orlando mother charged with killing her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee.
Court officials in Orange County decided to move jury selection be... Continue reading

Red Wings trim deficit to 3-2

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- The Detroit Red Wings are coming home with a chance to take a step toward history Continue reading

Red Wings steal Game 5, put pressure on Sharks

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP)�There wasn't any big speech or dramatic moment back in a quiet San Jose Sharks locker room, just a simple two-word message from a few veterans: Move on. At this point, the Detroit Red Wings have given them no choice. Continue reading

Red Wings score 3 times in third period, rally to beat Sharks 4-3 in Game 5 to stay alive

Red Wings left wing Tomas Holmstrom (96) beat San Jose Sharks goalie Antti Niemi (31), center Joe Thornton (19) and defenseman Niclas Wallin (7) for the go-ahead goal during the third period Sunday. Continue reading

Red Wings rally to force Game 6

Updated�May 8, 2011 11:53 PM ET SAN JOSE, Calif. Continue reading

Red Wings stay alive vs. Sharks

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- The Detroit Red Wings are coming home with a chance to take a step toward history. Suddenly, that seems well within reach. Continue reading

Red Wings beat Sharks 4-3 to stay alive

SAN JOSE, Calif. � The Detroit Red Wings are coming home with a chance to take a step toward history. Continue reading

Lakers Vs. Mavericks Final Score: Dallas Bounces L.A. From Playoffs With 122-86 Victory

The Dallas Mavericks swept the defending NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers from the 2011 NBA Playoffs with a 122-86 victory on Sunday afternoon. Jason Terry and the Mavs tied a couple of playoff records in the victory Continue reading

Lakers Vs. Mavericks Score: Jason Terry Leads Dallas To Large Halftime Lead, 63-39

At halftime, the Dallas Mavericks ' Jason Terry has nailed six three-pointers to help his team to a 24-point lead over the Los Angeles Lakers , 63-39. Terry started out with five-straight successful threes, four in the second quarter, and finished the half with 20 points Continue reading

'SNL': Tina Fey reprises role as Sarah Palin on 'Saturday Night Live' [Video]

With guest host Tina Fey back playing her famous doppelganger, this weekend's "Saturday Night Live" portrayed the debate that wasn't this week � featuring not just Sarah Palin but also would-be White House hopeful Donald Trump.� FOR THE RECORD An earlier version of this story misspelled Shepard Smith's name as Sheppard. The faux Fox News debate also pitted Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich and Michele Bachmann in the "GOP 2012 Undeclared Candidates Debate," adding 2010 New York governor candidate Jimmy McMillan of the Rent is Too Damn High party for good measure Continue reading

'SNL': Mama tried…

With Tina Fey hosting what she called "the Mother's Day episode of Saturday Night Live," there was a feminine-friendly vibe you don't get most weeks on this show.� The six-months-pregnant humorist ("I have the number one book in the country... Continue reading

Rondo retaliates after gruesome elbow injury

BOSTON � The frame-by-frame photography disclosed the gruesome gist of Rajon Rondo's(notes) dislocated elbow, revealing an empty cavity where forearm meets bicep. Kevin Garnett(notes) had the most mortified and manic eyes, holding his own elbow i... Continue reading

Boxing: Pacquiao beats Mosley to retain WBO crown

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (AFP) � Filipino champion Manny Pacquiao retained the World Boxing Organization welterweight title by beating American Shane Mosley to extend his win streak to 14 bouts.
Pacquiao on Saturday came on strong in the third round, knock... Continue reading

Garnett, Rondo spark Celtics over Heat

BOSTON, Massachusetts (AFP) � Kevin Garnett scored 28 points and Rajon Rondo played the fourth quarter after suffering a dislocated left elbow as the Boston Celtics beat Miami 97-81 on Saturday in the NBA playoffs. The Heat still lead the Eastern Conference best-of-seven second round series over the defending East champions two games to one with game four on Monday in Boston and game five in Miami on Wednesday Continue reading

Rondo returns and helps Celtics beat Heat 97-81

BOSTON � His left arm wrapped in a sleeve and dangling lifelessly by his side, Rajon Rondo broke for the basket and sailed past LeBron James for a layup.
The dislocated elbow and stiff back weren't going to stop him.
Rondo still had one good arm �... Continue reading

Animal Kingdom wins Kentucky Derby

LOUISVILLE (Reuters) � The glorious uncertainty of horse racing produced an unlikely winner of the $2.2 million Kentucky Derby on Saturday when Animal Kingdom stormed to victory in the 137th Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs. Continue reading

Animal Kingdom, 20-1 Shot, Gives Jockey, Trainer First Kentucky Derby Wins

Animal Kingdom gave jockey John Velazquez and trainer Graham Motion their first Kentucky Derby win as the 3-year-old emerged from 12th place to surge past the front-runners at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Continue reading

Kentucky Derby: Animal Kingdom wins first leg of Triple Crown

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Louisville, Ky. � Animal Kingdom sped past the leaders in the turn at Churchill Downs on Saturday and roared down the middle of the stretch to win the Kentucky Derby.
Jockey John Velazquez guided... Continue reading

2011 Kentucky Derby Results: Live Coverage, Results and Recap

Get your big hats and mint Juleps ready, because today is the Kentucky Derby. Put your best Sunday cloths on and come on down for the fastest two minutes in sports Continue reading

2011 Kentucky Derby Odds: Prop Bets Range From Standard To Nutty

Betting on horses to win, place or show is just one way to gamble on the 2011 Kentucky Derby. And while the morning line odds have the spotlight, there are quite a few prop bets to go around, just like every other major sporting event.
Here are a few ... Continue reading

Kentucky Derby Final Expert Picks And Predictions For Churchill Downs

We are closing in on the final hours before the 137th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The 2011 race is one of the stranger fields to handicap, according to one expert who picked Dialed In, Mucho Macho Man, Midnight Interlude, and Soldat as his top four finishers in the field of 19 contenders Continue reading

2011 Kentucky Derby Time: Schedule Shows Post Of 5:24 CDT

TV coverage of the 2011 Kentucky Derby begins seemingly from the conclusion of the last Kentucky Derby, but swimming somewhere in NBC and Versus's wall-to-wall coverage of the pregaming from around horse racing is the actual post time, which is curren... Continue reading

KENTUCKY DERBY, 6:24 P.M., NBC Uncle Mo's absence leaves Kentucky Derby field wide open | Odds

When 19 horses charge from the gate Saturday in the 137th running of the Kentucky Derby, it will mark the start of what -- even in a down year -- can still be called the two most exciting minutes in all of sports. But the reality of the 2011 Derby is the horse that isn't in the race might be a bigger story than the ones that are. Continue reading

Kentucky Derby 2011: The 20 Best Traditions of the Run for the Roses

By (Senior Analyst) on May 7, 2011 It's hard to name anything in American culture that's more steeped in tradition than the Kentucky Derby. Continue reading

The 137th Kentucky Derby

Jockey Jon Court takes Kentucky Derby entrant Archarcharch for a workout at Churchill Downs Thursday, May 5, 2011, in Louisville, Ky. Photo: Ed Reinke / AP Continue reading

Kentucky Derby 2011: Five fantastic finishes of the past

It will take the winning horse just two minutes to run the 1-1/4 mile track during the Kentucky Derby 2011. Here are five of the most exciting Kentucky Derby finishes from the past 137 years. With 19 horses raring to go, some photo finishes are inevit... Continue reading

Kentucky Derby Post Times, Updated Odds, And News On Favorite Dialed In

The 2011 Kentucky Derby is just hours away with a post time of 6:24 p.m. ET at Churchhill Downs with TV coverage starting at three hours prior on NBC and before that on Versus. The 137th Run for the Roses features a list of favorite contenders that in... Continue reading

Pacquiao vs Mosley Live Stream

Watch Manny Pacquiao vs Shane Mosley live stream online. The Pacquiao vs Mosley world welterweight championship match happens at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas on May 7, 2011. Live stream video links are provided in the internet on fight night.Here'... Continue reading

Manny Pacquiao weighs in lighter than Shane Mosley

source: Mark Lamport-Stokes | Reuters.com LAS VEGAS � Manny Pacquiao weighed in just two pounds lighter than American Shane Mosley after the Filipino was welcomed by deafening cheers from his supporters on the eve of Saturday's WBO welterweight title fight. Pacquiao, 52-3-2 (38 knockouts), tipped the scales at 145 pounds in front of a boisterous crowd of about 6,500 at the MGM Grand Hotel's ... Continue reading