Hip Hop Founding Father Hospitalized
Hip Hop Pioneer Kool Herc is in the hospital with an undisclosed illness and is in need of financial assistance since he doesn't have health insurance.
U.S Citizens Flee Egypt
The airports in Cairo Egypt are slammed with U.S. citizens fleeing the country due to the massive riots, looting and lawlessness spreads across the nation in objection to President Hosni Mubarak's 30 year authoritarian strangle hold on the country.
Indonesian Pop Star Imprisoned For Sex Tapes
A crack down on internet porn in Indonesia has resulted in Indonesian popstar singer Nazril "Ariel" Irham of the group Peterpan being sentenced to three and a half years when his sex tapes hit the internet. Irham was found guilty of violating Indonesia's anti-porn law.
Candy Company Recalls Candy
Dangerous levels of lead found in Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge candy has prompted the candy maker, Candy Dynamics to recall its candy. The recall includes Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge candy the company has sold through May 2009 including:
Toxic Waste® Nuclear Sludge® Cherry (UPC 0 89894 81901 1),
Toxic Waste® Nuclear Sludge® Green Apple (UPC 0 89894 81701 7)
Toxic Waste® Nuclear Sludge® Blue Raspberry (UPC 0 89894 81801 4)
Thai Airline President Called "Pioneer" For Hiring Transexual Crew
Thailand is well known for having one of the largest transexual populations as well as being a place where inexpensive and quick sex changes are done. It will also be known for being the first Airline to hiring an all transexual flight attendance crew. According to Peter Chan, "I think these people can have many careers, not just in the entertainment business, and many of them have a dream to be an air hostess. I just made their dream come true," he told AFP. "Our society has changed — it's evolution. I'm an pioneer, and I'm sure there will be (other) organizations following my idea."
Elementary School Accepts Donation From Strip Club Owner
A Florida elementary school had parents and community leaders in an uproar when it accepted $20,000 in donations from a local strip club owner. The school district is considering returning the donation.
Homeowners Sued For Politician's Injuries....After He Broke In
Senator Jim Alesi is suing home owners and the home's builder for injuries he suffered after he broke into the home and injured his leg. Senator Alesi was cited in a criminal report for trespassing. He broke into the home using the basement door, and then injured his leg when he tried to use a ladder to reach the first floor and fell. The Senator is suing on the grounds of negligence-- for not providing a safe site. He claimed he was checking out the home for a friend.
IRS Provides IRS2Go App For iOS and Android
The IRS has made tracking your tax return after you've filed a cinch with their new App, IRS2Go. The App allows you to see the status of your refund, and to see if your return has been accepted.
Hungary Man Steals Condoms
A desperate 28 year old man in Hungary was banned from a bar for attempting to steal a comdon despensing machince from the bar's restroom. Bar employees stopped the man and called authorities. The man said he was low on cash and "met a hot girl at the bar and needed condoms for later... So I thought I'd solve both my problems at once."
Chase Kills Debit Rewards
People will be denied from being able to enroll into the debit rewards program after Feb. 8th. Those who are already members before the cut off date, will remain members but no new members will be accepted.
And That's 60 Seconds of News
Monday, January 31, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
60 Seconds of News
I know that you may be too busy to catch the news so here's 60 Seconds of News to bring you up to spend on what's going on in the world.
NBC Loses Logo
"The bird will remain part of the brand of NBC, the broadcaster, while the spinning globe will still be part of the graphic for Universal, the movie studio and theme park operator. And officially, the company's name is still NBC Universal. But the space-less corporate logo is meant to represent the unity of its two main divisions as it is set to be taken over by cable operator Comcast in a deal that is to close on Friday."
Girl Scouts Cut Cookies
The Girl Scouts are considering cutting some brands of cookies they sell due to the economy. Thank U Berry Munch, Dulce de Leche and possible a few more are all under consideration to be cut from sales.
Boy George and Culture Club Reunion
The Culture Club will be getting back together to produce a new album in 2012, and they are currently planning a tour. 2011 celebrates the group's 30th anniversary.
Revamped Classic Games Coming To Facebook
The Oregon Trail & Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego will be getting new looks and will be hitting Facebook in February. The Oregon Trail will be released early February and Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego will be release February 9.
Taco Bell Attempts To "Set The Record Straight"
In a response to a class action lawsuit filed in federal court charing Taco Bell's taco meat isn't beef, Taco Bell took out full page ads in the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, New York Times as well as placing ads online to "set the record straight." The allegations against Taco Bell are that it uses meat mixture in its burritos and tacos. These "meat mixtures" are binders and extenders and it doesn't meet the U.S.D.A's requirements to be labeled beef. Taco Bell fired back stating its mixture is 88% beef and the rest is water, spices, oats, starch and other ingredients.
"Friday of Wrath" In Egypt
Angry protesters gather demanding the end of President Hosni Mubarak leadership as a result in some areas police used rubber bullets and water canons to control angry mobs. Young protesters want an end to the authoritarian style of leadership Mubarak has used for many years. Complaints of corruption, poverty, and inflation all fuel the protests. In an attempt to cease communications between protestors the Egyptian government has blocked mobile services, and the internet.
NBA Player suspended
O.J. Mayo has been suspended for ten games without pay for testing positive for the drug dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). The league and union have strict policies against drug use. Mayo's suspension begins Friday and ends February 15.
Mega Cocaine Bust In GA
Authorities seized 11kilos of cocaine with a street value of $1.2 million after a routine traffic stop in Warrenton, Ga. 28 year old Cleveland Hall was arrested on drug trafficking charges. The drugs where discovered in a hidden compartment between the back seat and trunk.
And That's 60 Seconds of News!
NBC Loses Logo
"The bird will remain part of the brand of NBC, the broadcaster, while the spinning globe will still be part of the graphic for Universal, the movie studio and theme park operator. And officially, the company's name is still NBC Universal. But the space-less corporate logo is meant to represent the unity of its two main divisions as it is set to be taken over by cable operator Comcast in a deal that is to close on Friday."
Girl Scouts Cut Cookies
The Girl Scouts are considering cutting some brands of cookies they sell due to the economy. Thank U Berry Munch, Dulce de Leche and possible a few more are all under consideration to be cut from sales.
Boy George and Culture Club Reunion
The Culture Club will be getting back together to produce a new album in 2012, and they are currently planning a tour. 2011 celebrates the group's 30th anniversary.
Revamped Classic Games Coming To Facebook
The Oregon Trail & Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego will be getting new looks and will be hitting Facebook in February. The Oregon Trail will be released early February and Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego will be release February 9.
Taco Bell Attempts To "Set The Record Straight"
In a response to a class action lawsuit filed in federal court charing Taco Bell's taco meat isn't beef, Taco Bell took out full page ads in the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, New York Times as well as placing ads online to "set the record straight." The allegations against Taco Bell are that it uses meat mixture in its burritos and tacos. These "meat mixtures" are binders and extenders and it doesn't meet the U.S.D.A's requirements to be labeled beef. Taco Bell fired back stating its mixture is 88% beef and the rest is water, spices, oats, starch and other ingredients.
"Friday of Wrath" In Egypt
Angry protesters gather demanding the end of President Hosni Mubarak leadership as a result in some areas police used rubber bullets and water canons to control angry mobs. Young protesters want an end to the authoritarian style of leadership Mubarak has used for many years. Complaints of corruption, poverty, and inflation all fuel the protests. In an attempt to cease communications between protestors the Egyptian government has blocked mobile services, and the internet.
NBA Player suspended
O.J. Mayo has been suspended for ten games without pay for testing positive for the drug dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA). The league and union have strict policies against drug use. Mayo's suspension begins Friday and ends February 15.
Mega Cocaine Bust In GA
Authorities seized 11kilos of cocaine with a street value of $1.2 million after a routine traffic stop in Warrenton, Ga. 28 year old Cleveland Hall was arrested on drug trafficking charges. The drugs where discovered in a hidden compartment between the back seat and trunk.
And That's 60 Seconds of News!
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