An Oil Rig Burns, Blanketing the Gulf With Angst
The mishap sent waves of anxiety along a coast that has just begun to recover from the Deepwater Horizon disaster.
New Yorkers Want Islamic Center Moved, Poll Finds
The poll indicated that support for a center planned near ground zero is tepid in its home town.
Depositors Panic Over Bank Crisis in Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s top bank official tried to calm fears of a meltdown at Kabul Bank, while scores of Afghans were unable to withdraw money from the bank.
Hurricane Earl Starts Bearing Down on Carolina Coast
The storm closed in on North Carolina Thursday evening, pelting the state with rain and wind as towns braced for Earl’s devastating force.
As Colleges Compete, Money Flows to All Sports
The Directors’ Cup, a little-known but prized honor, has set off a competition to have the best broad-based sports program.
Employers Push Costs for Health on Workers
Employers passed all of the increases in insurance premiums this year to their employees, a survey found.
The Tipsy Diaries: The Kitchen Sink in Your Drink
It’s an infuse-a-palooza out there, as infused spirits make serious headway in bars and restaurants of all kinds.
Soldiers Kill 25 in Mexico Gunbattle
Mexico’s military says 25 suspects have been shot dead by soldiers in a gunbattle near the U.S. border.
Critics Root for Espada’s Exit
Pedro Espada Jr., the Senate majority leader, faces a tough battle in the Sept. 14 primary, but political observers say he remains a formidable candidate to defeat.
YouTube Ads Turn Videos Into Revenue
YouTube is expected to turn a profit this year, on revenue of about $450 million, with help from its onetime critics.
4-Year-Old Girl, Just 15 Pounds, Found Dead
The girl, found dead in Brooklyn, had suffered severe health problems since birth, the authorities said.
Once Around the Park, Then Farewell
Getting ready to leave New York, but already missing the High Line, the Shakespeare Garden and more.
Kate Bosworth Cheated On A-Skars???
How could you???
No, really, we have no comprehension of why you would want to suck face with any other man that isn't A-Skars! The man is a walking declaration of perfection! It just doesn't get any better than him!!!
US Weekly's print edition is reporting that last month, Kate Bosworth got a little trampy while visiting [...]
R Kelly Visits Africa For the Third Time This Year, Performs For President Of Angola
It's nice to see he's staying out of trouble!
R. Kelly returned to Chicago this weekend after his third trip to Africa this year!
"Visiting Africa is always exciting and inspiring for me, both musically and personally," he said. "Even though I hate flying, I'm always willing to get on an airplane if the destination [...]
Waka Waka Breaks Records
Looks like Shakira has made history.
Shaki’s song, Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) has become the best-selling World Cup song in history.
Can anyone even easily remember any of the prior songs?
According to the numbers, Waka Waka managed to sell over two million singles after being released.
It also became a viral sensation.
The video on YouTube has [...]
Did Chelsea Handler Break Up With Her Animal Planet Beefcake???
If we are reading into her little jab from last night's Chelsea Lately correctly, then the answer is Ya'huh!
Take a look at Chelsea's monologue from last night's show, in which she talks about her "contract" with Animal Planet being "terminated." (above)
One can only assume she is talking about Animal Planet hunk and host Dave Salmoni, [...]
Snoop Wants To Collaborate With Katy Perry Again!
Amazing! Lightning may strike twice!
Snoop Dogg recently revealed that he had so much fun working with Katy Perry on their smash single, California Gurls, that he wants to feature HER on a track for his upcoming album!
He says:
"We're trying to get together and do something on my new album for my new record, so [...]
California's First Medical Marijuana Commercial!
Here it is!
Check out this commercial for medical marijuana provider CannaCare which aired in Sacramento, causing a bit of a controversy.
Thoughts?
Catherine Zeta Jones Furious With Doctors For Missing Douglas' Throat Cancer
It seems Catherine Zeta-Jones is furious with doctors who were late to diagnose Michael Douglas' throat cancer.
He has been complaining of constant ear and throat pain, but his tumor was not discovered until just three weeks ago.
Catherine said:
"It makes me furious they didn't detect it earlier. He sought every option and nothing was [...]
Nicki Minaj Shows Love To Her Gays!
She really is fantastic!
Nicki Minaj recently gave an interview to Paper Magazine where she talks about embracing the gay community, and being one of the first hip-hop artists to do so!
She even gives a shout-out to all of the drag queens on YouTube who impersonate her!
She says:
"I see videos on YouTube where they impersonate me, [...]
Cool House Posters!
We like!
Check out the posters for the upcoming 7th season of House featuring Hugh Laurie!
Will U be tuning in?
