Saturday, April 30, 2011

What's in The News Today

Obama attacked the oil companies during his address to the nation and states "no more tax breaks for them" while consumers are struggling to fill up their gas tanks oil companies are making huge profits. Some oil companies reported earnings of $25 billion in the first few months of this year. A letter to the congressional leaders from Obama urges an immediate action for the tax subsidies and the revenue should be invested in a clean energy program and to reduce America's reliance on foreign oil.

Lee, MJ. (April 30, 2011). Barack Obama urges end to tax subsidies for Big Oil. Retrieved April 30, 2011, from  http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0411/53977.html

Six babies are dead from tainted milk powder in China. Authorities uncovered illegal food additives that is used for  quick profits regardless of health risk. Dozens have been arrested since 2008 and a dairy farmer and salesman executed. Authorities seized 23 tons of melamine-tainted milk powder from ice cream maker, which killed 6 infants when the chemical was used in infant formula. The tainted powder was stored in a warehouse and traced back to a company in Mongolia. Since 2008, 6 infants died and 300,000 children became ill after consuming the tainted formula. China sentenced 14 to jail and two were given a  life sentence for selling the tainted milk powder.

Yahoo! News. (April 29, 2011).  China jails 14 for peddling tainted milk powder. Retrieved April 30, 2011, from  China jails 14 for peddling tainted milk powder - Yahoo! News

The royal couple celebrated Friday evening at Buckingham Palace with 300 friends. They continued their celebration the evening after their lunchtime reception.  Their closest friends and family were invited to the evening celebration at the palace. The party was hosted by the Prince of Wales. Kate's evening and wedding gown created by Sarah Burton was absolutely gorgeous. The couple are on their way to their secret honeymoon for the weekend.

News UK. (April 30, 2011). Royal wedding: Couple opt for delayed honeymoon. Retrieved April 30, 2011, from BBC News - Royal wedding: Couple opt for delayed honeymoon

Friday, April 29, 2011

Inspirational Friday

Chowder a Jack Russell saves a elderly woman from her burning house at the Cape in Massachusetts. The owner of Chowder said that "Chowder was quite persistent  at 4:30 am barking and jumping on him and scratching at his chest." When the Carlino's looked out the window they saw their neighbor's house was engulfed in flames. They ran over to the house and the neighbor was clinking to the door and confined to her wheelchair. The Carlino's rescued the woman and as soon as they walked away from the house the window of the home blew out.  The house was completely destroyed and the woman did not suffer any serious injuries.

Yahoo.News. (April 20, 2011). Cape Dog Helps Save Neighbor From House Fire.  Retrieved April 28, 2011, from Cape Dog Helps Save Neighbor From House Fire

Prince William has invited his entire search and rescue team to his wedding from his base in North Wales. He has also included the widow of his army mentor to his wedding. Susie Roberts lost her husband during a roadside bomb in Afghanistan in 2007. Prince William was devastated with the death of Maj. Lex Roberts and has kept in touch with his widow a mother of two.

Royal Wedding 2011. (April, 2011) Prince William invites army widow to royal wedding. Retrieved April 28, 2011, from Prince William invites army widow to royal wedding | royalwedding2011news.com

Larcombe, D. (April, 2011). Prince William's invites for his RA pals and transsexual.  The Sun. Retrieved April 28, 2011, from  Prince William’s invites for his RAF pals and transsexual | The Sun |News|Royal Wedding

A 21 year old man survives after plunging 200 ft. off the edge of the Grand Canyon. The driver was saved because his car fell into large pine trees, which prevented the car from continuing to fall. He was able to climb out of the car and he flagged help from a passing motorist. He only suffered minor injuries.

Reuters. (April 27, 2011). Man drives car into the Grand Canyon, survives. Retrieved April 28, 2011, from
Man drives car into Grand Canyon, survives | Reuters

Thursday, April 28, 2011

What's in The News Today

More tornadoes making havoc killing over 178 people in 5 states within the last several days. There were 128 people killed in Alabama. One city alone in  Tuscaloosa, Alabama had deaths reaching a total of 32 from the destruction of the tornadoes. Many residents are trapped under debris as buildings and homes collapsed. Search and rescue teams continue to search for bodies. The winds were over 200 mph.

 Tanglao, L. & James, M.  (April 28, 2011).  Deadly Tornadoes: 178 Killed Across South, Including 128 in Alabama. abcnews/u.s. Retrieved April 28, 2011, from  http://abcnews.go.com/US/tornadoes-160-killed-south-including-128-alabama/story?id=13474955

Donald Trump accuses the U.S. for manufacturing goods in China he blames the loss of jobs and the economy, due to outsourcing. Unfortunately for the "Donald" many of his Trump-branded "Donald J. Trump Signature Collection" products such as: ties, shirts, hats, stuffed animals, cufflinks, tie clips are all made from China.  The Trump store in the lobby of  "Trump Towers" on 5th avenue, in NY, where his clothing is displayed there was not a label with "made in the U.S." The few things that are made in the U.S. are Trump chocolate bars, books, teas and Christmas ornaments priced at $15 each. His suits that are sold in Macy's are made from Mexico, China and Vietnam.

Siegel, J. (April 28, 2011). Donald trump's Labels Often State 'Made in China.' abcWorld News. Retrieved April 28, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/donald-trump-labels-state-made-china/story?id=13472355

The Royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton is tomorrow and the threat of terrorism is real. Authorities are taking no chances and security checks of wedding guest of 1,900  will be searched and this will also include royalty and  political leaders from around the world. Undercover officers will be part of the crowd and armed police officers will also be part of the security, which is not customary in a nation that is unarmed. Scotland Yard stated that " they are prepared with over 5,000 police officers and the Royal Wedding will be safe and peaceful."

Watson, T. (April 27, 2011). Despite 'severe' terrorist threat, London police vow safe royal wedding. USA Today. Retrieved April 28, 2011, from Despite 'severe' terrorist threat, London police vow safe royal wedding - USATODAY.com


Wednesday, April 27, 2011

What's in The News Today

President Obama's Birth Certificate has been released. The long form of his birth certificate has been released from Hawaii where president Obama was born. He was born on August 4, 1961 in Honolulu, Hawaii. Maybe, Donald Trump will stop the witch hunt and concentrate on his presidential campaign if he actually is going to run. President Obama will address the nation today about this matter.

US TODAY. (April 27, 2011). Obama releases Hawaii birth certificate. Retrieved April 27, 2011, from Obama releases his Hawaii birth certificate - The Oval: Tracking the Obama presidency

Sony's PlayStation video game online network has been hacked and identity and credit card numbers have been stolen. Over 77 million users accounts have been hacked. Sony became aware of this information 7 days ago, but only announced it yesterday. Information containing users names, addresses, emails, birthdates,  passwords, logins, security questions have been part of the identity theft.

Online Video Games. (April 27, 2011). Sony PlayStation Network user data stolen. Retrieved April 27, 2011, from Sony PlayStation Network user data stolen (Reuters) : Online Video Games

Lindsay Lohan's community service consist of cleaning Los Angeles County morgue. She will play the role of janitor, which will be defined as mopping, scrubbing and even have encounters with the bodies. She registered this week for her community service with a total of 480 hours and 120 of them at LA's county morgue.

Bartholomew, D. (April 26, 2011). Lindsay Lohan to clean up morgue. Contra Costa Times. Retrieved April 27, 2011, from http://www.contracostatimes.com/california/ci_17935920

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

What's in The News Today

The Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton  is Friday and concerns of terrorism is a real threat with over a million tourist in the streets of London.  The wedding may be the biggest threat for terrorism by Islamic, IRA and just basic troublemakers.  Scotland Yard is ready for anything with 5,000 armed police and will take a bullet for the royal couple. A YouTube video depicts the royal couple and states "rather Dead than Wed!"British authorities are monitoring Facebook pages to  make sure that a plot is not established against the royal wedding. The UK is calling on all countries to participate in keeping the wedding safe and to make sure that plots are not being set within different countries.

abcMorning America. (April 26, 2011). The Royal Wedding: Anarchists Plot to Spoil Big Day. Retrieved April 26. 2011. from Good Morning America on ABC News - ABC News


Michael Douglas talks about his wife's mental illness actress Catherine Zeta-Jones she was diagnosed with bipolar II. She sought help and checked herself into a mental facility for five days where she was treated with medication. She appears to be doing better and states "that if she helped one person with mental illness and they sought to get help than she accomplished her purpose for making her diagnoses public."

abcMorning America. (April 26, 2011). Michael Douglas to Oprah: Wife Catherine Zeta-Jones Was 'Outed' in Biopolar Struggle. Retrieved April 26, 2011, from Michael Douglas to Oprah: Catherine Zeta-Jones 'Outed' in Bipolar Struggle - ABC News

Tornadoes strike again and severe destruction hits Arkansas with at least 7 people dead. Three people were killed by rising waters. Fear of levees not being able to contain the water in Missouri would create another New Orleans disaster. Many people were evacuated to higher ground in Bluff,  Missouri to prepare for floods due to the threat of the levees giving out.

Tanglao, L. (April 26, 2011). Tornado Outbreak: 7 Dead in Arkansas, Flood Evacuation Near Missouri Levee Break. abcNews/u.s. Retrieved April 26, 2011, from Tornado Outbreak: 7 Dead in Arkansas, Flood Evacuations Near Missouri Levee Break - ABC News

Monday, April 25, 2011

What's in The News Today

Are you invited to the royal wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William on April 29, 2011? Elton John, Lionel Richie are invited to the royal wedding, but Tony Blair formerly UK's Prime Minster was not invited. Over 600,000 tourist are going to be in London this week to be part of the excitement that is expected to be felt throughout the UK.

Plfum, M. (April 25, 2011). Royal Wedding Attracts Droves of Americans to London. abcNews/International. Retrieved April 25, 2011, from Royal Wedding Attracts Droves of Americans to London - ABC News


Gabrielle Gifford will be able to watch her husband launch off in the space shuttle the "Endeavour" on Friday. Gabby Gifford a senator was shot in the head during a campaign in January. She appears to be recuperating well her left side is fine and she speaks in phrases. Mark Kelly her husband will command the last mission of the "Endeavour" on Friday. Gabby received the approval from her doctors that she can travel from Texas to Florida to watch her husband launch off.

Sunseri, G. (April 24, 2011). Gabrielle Giffords Is Ready for Shuttle Launch. Gabrielle Giffords Cleared for Husband's Launch. Retrieved April 25, 2011, from Gabrielle Giffords Is Ready for Shuttle Launch, Doctors Report Improvement - ABC News

A Seattle man had a prank pulled on him of 900 peeps appearing on his front lawn Easter morning. Peeps are colorful and made of a sugary marshmallow and are quite common during Easter time.  The peeps of chicks and bunnies were on skewers and placed all over the home. The prankster and prankee did know each other.

Seattle KABC. Seattle home hit w/900 peeps in Easter Prank. Retrieved April 25, 2011, from Seattle home hit w/ 900 peeps in Easter prank - Silobreaker

Sunday, April 24, 2011

What's in The News Today

 Miners get trapped in the village of Pantukan town in Compostela Valley in the Philippines, due to a landslide last Friday. The lack of oxygen and rising waters are threatening 17 trapped miners. The search will continue and 5 miners were found dead and 17 are still missing.

GMANews (April 24, 2011). Lack of oxygen, rising water threaten 17 trapped miners. Retrieved April 24, 2011, from Lack of oxygen, rising water threaten 17 trapped miners - Regions - GMA News Online - Latest Philippine News

Jon Bon Jovi singer opens a homeless shelter for young adults in Philadelphia. The housing project will consist of 10 two bedroom units, a lounge, and computer spaces. It also has a recreational area, it can support temporary housing for 20 homeless youths under the age of 21. "The Right of Passage" will provide a safe place and the skills and experiences that are needed for the youths to become independent and responsible. The residents are required to work at least 30 hours a week, do daily chores, participate in life classes and complete community service at least 3 hours a month. The residents are also required to pay rent.
Newsroom Jersey. (April 23, 2011). Jon Bon Jovi helping teens in Philadelphia. Retrieved April 24, 2011, from http://www.newjerseynewsroom.com/movies/jon-bon-jovi-helping-teens-in-philadelphia

Four are hurt near a church in Baghdad a bomb blew up outside of a catholic church. The bomb blew up after Easter mass service at Sacred Heart Church. The roadside bomb exploded at the rear of the entrance of the church leaving two civilians and two police officers wounded.

Addas, H. (April 24, 2011). At least four hurt in Easter blast near Baghdad church. Reuters. Retrieved April 24, 2011, from http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/04/24/us-iraq-violence-church-idUSTRE73N0TR20110424

Saturday, April 23, 2011

What's in The News Today

Lindsay Lohan gets 120 days in jail because she violated her parole. Then she gets freed at 9:21pm that evening (Friday), after posting bail of $75,000. The judge dropped the necklace theft charge from a felony charge to a misdemeanor, but ordered her immediate custody of  Lynwood Correctional Facility. Five hours later she was released from custody and will go back to court on May 11th. She will also have to do community service at Skid Row's Women Shelter in Los Angeles and at a L.A., city morgue.

Fenno, C. (April 23, 2011). Lindsay Lohan Post Bail, Leaves Jail. Aol.popeater. Retrieved April 23, 2011, from http://www.popeater.com/2011/04/23/lindsay-lohan-bailed-out-of-jail/ and http://www.examiner.com/lindsay-lohan-in-national/lindsay-lohan-sentenced-to-the-morgue-and-skid-row-photos


Airport gets hit in St. Louis by a tornado and many homes were damaged. The airport had destruction of windows and roof damage. Over 40,000 homes are without power and search teams are going door to door to search for loved ones. Passengers were hit with flying glass when the windows busted opened in the airport. Planes were rocking back and forth children were screaming and one woman suffered a broken nose. Officials did not allow for evacuation at the airport because of the concerns that the building would collapse. Missouri's Governor declared a state of emergency.

CNNU.S. (April 23, 2011). Apparent tornadoes closes St. Louis airport, damages nearby cities. Retrieved April 23, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/04/23/missouri.severe.weather/?hpt=T1

Who is Watching you is your iphone and Android tracking your moves? Tech companies are being accused of collecting data from individuals and possibly making millions on the information by improving technology. Over 40 million Americans own iphones and Android phones and they can track your every move. Can this get in the wrong hands of a predator? Google who makes the Android phone "states that you can stop tracking by oping out of the tracking 'Use Google Location' if you don't want your data sent back to Google." The iphone does not have this option as of yet.

abc/News. (April 23, 2011). Is Your iphone Tracking you? Retrieved April 23, 2011, from Is Your iPhone Tracking You? Video - ABC News

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Inspirational Friday

Puppies survived devastating tornadoes in South Carolina. They were found under a pile of debris after  a series of of severe tornadoes. They named the puppies, Lucky, Miracle and Twister.

abc/news. ( April 15, 2011). Puppy Power: Dogs Survive Tornado. Three puppies were pulled from a pile of debris in San, S.C.  Retrieved April 21, 2011, from Tornado Outbreak: Puppies Survive Destruction Video - ABC News

An infant survives being ripped out of his cousins arms during a tornado. Jonathan Robinson was babysitting Ayden when a tornado ripped apart his home. Robinson held on tight, but the wind was too strong for Robinson to hold onto Ayden. Miraculously after the tornado passed, Robinson heard Ayden crying and found him on top of a wood pile. He was then taken to the hospital and only sustained minor injuries.

Tanglao, L. (April 18, 2011). Tornado Aftermath: Midwest, South Cleans Up After Series of Twisters. abc/News/u.s. Retrieved April 21, 2011, from Tornado Aftermath: Midwest, South Cleans Up After Series of Twisters - ABC News

A brother performs CPR on his baby sister after she was discovered floating in her grandmother's pool.  Nine year old Tristin saves his 2 year old sister by performing chest compressions and breathing into Brooke's mouth. The sister was on conscious and not breathing when Tristin came outside and started performing CPR that he learned by watching "Black Hawk Down." Two year old Brooke was taken to the hospital and she is doing great.

Moisse, K. (April 19, 2011). 9-Year-Old Boy Saves Baby Sister With CPR. abcWorldNews. Retrieved April 21, 2011, from 9-Year-Old Boy Saves Baby Sister With CPR - ABC News

What's in The News Today

President Obama will be in Los Angeles today, his first stop will be Culver City, CA. He is visiting the West Coast for his 2012 fundraiser reelection campaign. He was in San Francisco yesterday and met with Mark Zuckerberg the founder of Facebook. President Obama walked into Facebook's headquarters and within an hour Mark and Obama took off their suit jackets as President Obama spoke at a town- hall meeting that gathered at Facebook.

 Helft, M. (April 21, 2011). Obama and Facebook in Warm Embrace.
New York Times. Retrieved April 21, 2011, from Obama and Facebook in Warm Embrace - NYTimes.com

Major League Baseball takes over the Dodgers baseball team, due to finances. Frank Court's nasty divorce is a contributing factor for the Dodgers finances. The Dodgers are in the red of 459 million dollars. Frank asked "for a loan of 30 million dollars to pay the players and staff members." The mangers and players of the Dodgers stated that "it won't affect them" fans feel that this a positive move. Dodger's stadium is down 11% in sales associated with the stadium attendance.

Macbride, M. (April 21, 2011). Dodgers in debt 459M, MLB takes over team. abc7. Retrieved April 21, 2011, from Dodgers in debt $459M, MLB takes over team | abc7.com

Pipe bomb found in a Colorado mall, which occurred on the 12th year anniversary of Columbine High School shootings. A pipe bomb and propane tanks were found at the Southwest Plaza Mall in Colorado. No one was injured and the bomb did not explode. April 20, 1999, is a memory that some parents and family members do not want to remember. Two students when on a killing spree at Columbine High School they killed 12 students and one teacher. The killers also placed pipe bombs down in various areas of the school, which many did not explode. The mall was a mile away from the high school. The FBI released a photo of a possible suspect, a white male with gray hair and a mustache,  wearing a dark cap, stripped shirt and blue jeans. The surveillance video showed this man carrying a white plastic bag going through a corridor that the public does not use.

abcNews/u.s. Pipe Bomb in Clorado Mall Near Columbine: FBI Searches for Person of Interest. Retrieved April 21, 2011, from Pipe Bomb Found in Colorado Mall Near Columbine: FBI Searches for Person of Interest - ABC News

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

What's in The News Today

Another Traffic controller being blamed for  a near disaster, but this time it is with Michelle Obama's plane. Her plane came 3 miles to a large military cargo plane as her plane was landing at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington, D.C.. Michelle was returning from appearing on the View. The controllers allowed the planes to get too close 3 miles instead of 5 miles, which is the limit. If a plane is too close it can affect the plane's tornadoes and cause the plane to loose control. The controllers became aware of how close the planes were and asked Michelle's pilot to to do a series of S turns, but they still had to circle the airport and reenter for landing. No one was hurt and the passengers were not aware of what was happening.

abcNews. (April 19, 2011). First Lady Michelle Obama's Plane In Near Miss. Air Traffic controllers in Washington, D.C., are being blamed for the incident. Retrieved April 20, 2011, from First Lady Michelle Obama's Plane in Near Miss Video - ABC News

Charlie Sheen is not winning he was denied full custody of the twins. The mother 'Brooke Mueller' of the twins just completed rehab. Charlie thought it was a shoo in and he would win the custody battle, but instead the judge ordered for the twins to stay with their mother. He pays $50,000 a month for child support to Brooke Mueller and if he would have won those payments would have stopped.

abcNews. (April 20, 2011). Charlie Sheen's Custody Battle. Actor Challenges estranged wife Brooke Mueller for custody of kids. Retrieved April 20, 2011, from Charlie Sheen's Custody Battle Video - ABC News

New laws for airlines that will be mandated with strict penalties and will cost the airlines hefty fines. Airlines will soon have to pay for luggage that is lost and for bumping passengers. Last year airlines lost over 2 million bags, which included delays and damaged bags. Passengers will be reimbursed for bumped or over sold flights that will cost the airlines $650.00 to $1,330.00 each passenger. Last year
airlines bumped over 65, 000 passengers and 681,000 surrendered their flights. The airlines will have to define all fees, which include checking bags, changing reservations and all taxes.

abcNews/Money. (April 20, 2011). New DOT Rule Tackles Fees, Bumping, Flight Delays. Retrieved April 2011, from  http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=13414495&page=1

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

What's in The News Today

Donald Trump would cut gas prices if he became president by threatening the Middle East and use the U.S. military as the bargaining pawns.  He states that he would  "go to the bargaining table with  the diplomats of the Middle East  and start bartering with the oil prices verses the free support that our military is providing to them currently, and if all else fails he would just take over the oil fields."  He also states that "a live birth is different from a birth certificate" this is regarding President Obama's live birth proof of U.S. citizenship. I have included a link to provide my viewers the opportunity to compare the differences of the two. http://www.ehow.com/about_5682636_certificate-vs_-certification-live-birth.html

abcNews. (April 18, 2011). Donald Trump Interview: Trump on Gas Prices. George Stephopoulous sits down with the possible 2012 presidential contender. Retrieved April 19, 2011, from Donald Trump Interview: Trump on Gas Prices Video - ABC News

More dead fish found in Ventura, California, due to the lack of oxygen in the water. Hundreds of fish, mostly sardines and anchovies found in Ventura, CA, Harbor. There has been a lot of baitfish in the harbor and when the sardines and anchovies came in there was not a lot of oxygen in the water to go around for all the fish. There will be a small clean up and the rest will be done by the pelicans and sea lions who will eat most of the dead fish.

Hartung, J. (April 18, 2011). Hundreds of dead fish found in Ventura Harbor. ABC 7. Retrieved April 19, 2011, from  Hundreds of dead fish found in Ventura Harbor | abc7.com

Another traffic controller gets caught not doing his job, but this time it was due to watching a movie. The air traffic controller was watching a movie instead of the planes while on duty Sunday morning at  Oberlin, Ohio, close to Cleveland, which handles a lot of air traffic. The microphone of the movie  "Cleaner" staring Samuel Jackson was transmitted to all the planes that the controller was suppose to monitor for three minutes. The microphone was stuck on transmit mode, which prevented the controller to receive incoming radio calls from the pilots. The controller and manger were both suspended by
the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration).  This was the ninth suspension of air traffic controllers since late March, 2011.

Wendel, K. (April 19, 2011). FAA: Oberlin air traffic controller watches movie on duty Sunday. 3wkyc.com. Retrieved April 19, 2011, from http://www.wkyc.com/news/article/186128/3/FAA-Oberlin-air-traffic-controller-watches-movie-on-duty-Sunday


Monday, April 18, 2011

What's in The News Today

Bryan Stow a Giant's fan who was brutally attacked at Dodger Stadium had to be put back into an induced coma, due to a series of seizures. A family member of Bryan stated that "there is a slim chance that he will come out of the coma, but he is a strong and a determined person and they are counting that will give him the strength to pull through."

Los Angeles Time. (April 18, 2011). Beaten Giants fan suffers seizures, back in medically induced coma. Retrieved April 18, 2011, from Beaten Giants fan suffers seizures, back in medically induced coma | L.A. NOW | Los Angeles Times

Holly Bobo who was kidnapped during a home invasion her cousin country singer Whitney Duncan is pleading for the return of Holly. Holly was last seen by her brother Wednesday morning walking away from the house with a man dressed in camouflage, in which he thought it was her boyfriend. After finding blood in the driveway he called 911. The search for Holly did uncover her lunchbox and duct tape. Whitney stated that "Holly is a homebody and the family is distraught and wants Holly home."

Davis, L & Hopper, J. (April 18, 2011). Holly Bobo Search: Country Star Whitney Duncan Pleads for Cousin's Return. Investigators Analyzing Lunch Box, Duct Tape. Retrieved April 18, 2011, from Holly Bobo Search: Country Singer Whitney Duncan Pleads for Cousin's Return - ABC News


Sarah Palin is double talking about Obama's birth records when his birth records became an issue  several months ago she stated that "it was a distraction, but when Donald Trump questions his birth records she agrees with Trump." Is it because they are both republicans or is it just a 'sideshow?'

abcNews. (April 11, 2011). Donald Trump, Sarah Palin Unite. Palen defends Trump's right to raise Obama "birther" issue.  Retrieved April 18, 2011, from Donald Trump, Sarah Palin Unite Video - ABC News

Sunday, April 17, 2011

What's in The News Today

Hilary Clinton visits Japan's disaster area and gives her sympathy to Japan officials and Prime Minister Takeaki Matsumoto.  Japan's economy was the topic and talks about a private sector and government initiatives to boost Japan's economy, but no explanation how she plans to do it. Prime Minister
Matsumoto also thanked Hilary for the United States around the clock support during the disaster.

The Wall Street Journal. (April 17, 2011).  Clinton Announces Partnership to Help Japan. Retrieved April 17, 2011, from http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704613504576268431769391772.html?mod=googlenews_wsj

More than 30 people died after tornado's ripped across Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Carolina's and Virginia. More than 60 tornadoes hit North Carolina. A state emergency was declared in North Carolina and Alabama.  Alabama's power transformers caught on fire and left many without electricity. Many that were killed were in North Carolina's mobile home parks.

VOA News. Com. English. (April 17, 2011). Dozens Die as Tornadoes Strike United States. Retrieved
April 17, 2011, from http://www.voanews.com/english/news/usa/Dozens-Die-as-Tornadoes-Strike-the-United-States-120000364.html

Nicolas Cage is arrested for domestic violence. He was charged for disturbing the peace
 and public intoxication outside of his home in New Orleans. He was released on bail and will return back to court on May 31, 2011.

NME Film & TV News. (April 17, 2011). Nicolas Cage Arrested and charged after 'drunken argument with wife.' 'Kick Ass' star released on bail and ordered to attend court next month. Retrieved April 17, 2011, from http://www.nme.com/filmandtv/news/nicolas-cage-arrested-and-charged-after-drunken-argument/212539

Friday, April 15, 2011

Inspirational Friday

A boy without hands gets penmanship award Nicholas Maxim a fifth grader won the national award for handwriting. Nicholas holds the pencil between his arms that ends above where the elbow would be. Nicholas was born with arms that end above the elbow and one leg that ends above the knee. His determination has proven to him that he can live without full arms and a leg. He once asked for arms and a leg from Santa, but was told that "Santa must follow Gods plan for him." His sister Sarah states that "her brother inspires her."

Mail Online. (April 7, 2011). Outstanding penmanship award goes to... the boy with no hands. retrieved April 14, 2011. from   Outstanding penmanship award goes to... the boy with no hands | Mail Online

Fire Departments will devote their training to resuscitate animals one fire department is already prepared. Ashland Fire Department in Oregon is equipped with 12 animal oxygen masks and 26 men and women trained to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation on dogs, cats, hamsters, ferrets, birds, gerbils and reptiles.

West Coast 911 (April 11, 2011). Fire department focuses on saving pets. Retrieved April 14, 2011, from
Fire department focuses on saving pets


A homeless mans builds a car out of junk 'Orismar de Souza' 35 years old is from Brazil. He would panhandle in Brazil to get money. He went hungry for months to raise $270.00 to buy sheet metal which was his initial start in shaping his car. The "shrimpmobile"mostly a  Fiat can reach speeds of 50 mph. He is no longer homeless and has a job working in sugarcane fields "thanks to his self perseverance"

Auto tech msnbc. (March 29, 2011). Homeless man builds his own car-out of junk. With no mechanical training, he scrounges together the 'shrimpmobile.' Retrieved April 14, 2011, from Homeless man builds his own car — out of junk - Technology & science - Tech and gadgets - Auto Tech - msnbc.com

A dolphin saves a dog a 11 year old Doberman Pincher "Turbo" goes missing for 15 hours.  Turbo went missing when the gate of his home was left opened on Marco Island. Dolphins were persistent with alerting a neighbor who jumped into a canal to save Turbo and the dolphins stayed with the pooch until he was saved.

2RSWFlorida. (Feb. 23, 2011). Dolphins help save tired dog stuck in canal. Retrieved April 14, 2011, from  Dolphins help save tired dog stuck in canal - NBC-2.com WBBH News for Fort Myers, Cape Coral & Naples, Florida

Thursday, April 14, 2011

What's in The News Today

Another Traffic controller sleeping on the job in Reno, Nevada. A small plane with a very sick patient had to make a emergency landing with out the aid of a air traffic controller. Controllers in Sacramento tried to help the pilot by attempting to reach the controller in Reno. After circling the airport for 16 minutes the pilot lands as a lifeguard flight "landing at their own risk." The  FAA mandates that there will be two controllers on duty at all times.

abc Good Morning America. (April 14, 2011). Air Traffic Controls Adds Staff. FAA mandates two controllers per shift following pilots' missed radio calls.  Retrieved April 14, 2011, from Good Morning America on ABC News - ABC News

Long Island, NY serial killer still at large and a doctor is questioned about possibly being a suspect. A mother of missing daughter 'Shannon Gilbert' who still has not  been found stated that "she received a phone call from Dr. Peter Hackett saying that he ran a halfway house and Shannon was there before she disappeared." The doctor's wife denies the phone call and also stated "they don't treat patients involving a  half way house."  Another victims sister received phone calls from the killer and the calls were traced to New York City, Madison Square Garden area.

abc Good Morning America. (April 14, 2011). Long Island Manhunt. Victim's mother believes New York doctor saw her daughter last.  Retrieved April 14, 2011, from Long Island Serial Killer Manhunt Video - ABC News

Yale Student in Connecticut dies in a chemistry lab accident by a piece of equipment. Michelle Dufault was from Massachusetts she was a senior and majoring in astronomy and physics.

abcNews. (April 13, 2011). Yale Student Dies in Lab Accident. Michelle Dufault died in apparent accident at chemistry lab machine shop.  retrieved April 14, 2011, from Yale Student Michelle Dufault Dies in Lab Accident Video - ABC News

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

What's in The News Today

A distraught mother drives her mini van and three children into the Hudson River in Newburgh, New York. A mother of four children ages 11 months, 2,  5,  and 10 years old left her home with the children after a domestic fight. She let the 10 year old out of the van right before she plunged into the Hudson River with her three children. The 10 year old watched as the car went into the river he ran to get help, but by the time rescue spotted the van the mother and her three children died from drowning.

Tanglao, L. (April 13, 2011). New York Drives Minivan Into Hudson River, Killing 3 kids and Self. Surviving Son Was Let Out of Vehicle Shortly Before it Plunged Into the River, Police Said. Retrieved April 13, 2011, from New York Mother Drives Minivan Into Hudson River, Killing 3 Kids and Self - ABC News

Japan's residents that are forced to evacuate want to be compensated from the owners of the nuclear plant. Many of the farmers had to throw away their milk due to radiation and they need money to feed their cows. Many of the residents live in shelters and need money to buy bottled water for their children.They were promised compensation, but still haven't received any.

abc/Money. (April 13, 2011). Japan Nuclear Plant Evacuees Demand Compensation. people forced out of jobs by radiation demand compensation from Japan nuclear plant operator. retrieved April 13, 2011, from
Japan Nuclear Plant Evacuees Demand Compensation - ABC News

Obama wants to propose a budget that will cut medicare, social security, medicaid, higher taxes to the rich and cut defense spending.

Jaffe, M. (April 13, 2011). Why The Gang of Six Could Be the Best Hope to Rescue the Country from Its Red Ink Crisis. Who They Are & Why They Matter: ASenators Work Behind Closed Doors On Bipartisan Debt Reduction Deal. 
abcNews/Politics. Retrieved April 13, 2011, from Budget Deal 2011: The 'Gang of Six' Senators Working on Deficit Reduction Deal - ABC News

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

What's in The News Today

Japan reactors go from a five to a seven, seven being compared to the Russian nuclear disaster "Chernobyl." In a farming community outside of where Japan's reactors are one farmer was interviewed and he was devastated that he had to dump his profits from his dairy farm, due to high levels of radiation in the milk. The government also ordered that the farmers in that community have 30 days to evacuate.  These farmers have been farming almost all their lives they are angered and shared their emotions by stating that "they hate the nuclear plants." The farmers are forbidden to take their animals out of the area because of the high levels of radiation in the soil.

Tanglao, L. (April 12, 2011). Japan Nuclear Crisis: Officials Raise Severity Level to Equal Chernobyl. Radiation Amount is About of What Was Released After Chernobyl. Retrieved April 12, 2011, from Japan Nuclear Crisis: Officials Raise Severity Level to Equal Chernobyl - ABC News

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerburg wins lawsuit and ex-partners cannot get anymore money. The settlement in 2008 was for 20 million dollars and partial rights to Facebook. The twins claimed, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss that they were not aware of the worth of Facebook, but the appeals court ruled in favor of Mark Zucker.
abcNews.  (April 11, 2011). Winklevoss Twins Lose Facebook Appeal. Mark Zuckerberg's ex-partners can't get more money from legal settlement. Retrieved April 12, 2011, from Winklevoss Twins Lose Facebook Appeal Video - ABC News

Air France Bus (airplane) clips a Delta airplane at JFK airport in New York, last night. The Delta plane just landed from Boston, Mass., carrying 60 people and the Air France Bus was getting ready for take off carrying over 500 hundred passengers. It clipped the Delta plane and created it to spin in a 90 degree angle. The two planes did have damage, but the Delta plane suffered significant tail damage.

abcNews. (April 11, 2011). Planes Collide on JFK Runway. One plane clipped another while on the tarmac, there were no injuries. Retrieved April 12, 2011, from Planes Collide on JFK Airport Runway Video - ABC News

Monday, April 11, 2011

What's in The News Today

Japan has a 7.0 earthquake today a month after the devastating earthquake. Tsunami warnings where issued, but now lifted. The evacuation areas around the reactors have increased to 20 miles and a 5 mile radius. The reactors are still leaking radiation.

abcNews. (April 11,2011).  Japan Earthquakes: Aftershock Strikes Again. Japan shaken by afterschock after month catastrophic killed thousands. Retrieved April 11, 2011, from Japan Earthquakes: Aftershock Strikes Again Video - ABC News

Iowa Tornado destroyed and damaged 60 percent of the buildings in Mapleton over the weekend.  Eleven twisters hit the state of Iowa.  Businesses demolished and damage goes on for several blocks, a miracle that no one was killed in Mapleton.

abcNews. (April 11, 2011). Iowa Tornado Outbreak. 11 twisters tear through state, wiping out small town of  Mapleton. Retrieved April 11, 2011, from Iowa Tornado Outbreak Video - ABC News

Retaliation fear for tonight's game when the Dodgers and Giants play at AT & T park due to the attack on Bryan Stow a Giant's fan. Dodger fans brutally attacked Bryan Stow and left him in a coma with brain damage. Reports on Cragslist that Giant's fans will retaliate at tonight's game. Security will be increased through the next three games.
abcNews (April 11, 2011).

Sunday, April 10, 2011

What's in The News Today

Seven killed in a Dutch mall and 16 wounded. A 24 year old who's name is being withheld went on a shooting spree before he shot himself in the head. A goodbye note was found at his mother's home. The note stated he had placed many explosive devices in varies commercial areas in Alphen. The police did evacuate those areas and there were no explosives found. Three of the wounded are in critical condition and the motive for the killings is unknown at this time.

CNNWorld. (April 9, 2011). 7 Shoppers killed in Dutch mall shooting. Retrieved April 10, 2011, from 7 shoppers killed in Dutch mall shooting - CNN.com

In Ireland 500 pounds of homemade explosive device was found and defused. The bin where the explosives were stored was located in a van outside of Newry. The van was on a  main roadway between Dublin and Belfast. The blame for the explosives was an attack on the dissident republicans who killed a  police officer with a booby trap bomb in Omagh on April 2, 2011. The dissident republicans want Northern Ireland to be Irish not British.

CNNWorld. (April 9, 2011).  Northern Ireland police defuse huge bomb. Retrieved April 10, 2011, from
Northern Ireland police defuse huge bomb - CNN.com

The security at JFK (John F. Kennedy) airport in New York, is being scrutinized about the shuttle system. The port authority which consist of air train shuttle and ferries deal with thousands of passengers at JFK airport. There are no scanning of bags and passengers as they travel on a automated unmanned railroad.  New York is still vulnerable for a terrorist attack, 10 years after 911. The lack of communication is a great concern on the AirTrain system specially the non-existing central radio system in the new JetBlue Terminal Five.

Burrus, L., & Boyette, C. (April 9, 2011). Officials: Serious lapses in security on JFK airport shuttle. CNN. Retrieved April 10, 2011, from Officials: Serious lapses in security on JFK airport shuttle - CNN.com

Saturday, April 9, 2011

What's in The News Today

 American Idol is being accused of being sexes with the booting of Pia Toscano off the show. Three out of the four season shows, men won three of them. Pia was the fifth female booted off the show this season. It was four years ago that a women "Jordan Sparks" won the "idol" crown. Are the contestants not getting enough feedback from the panelist, Lopez, Tyler and Randy maybe more constructive criticism is needed instead of "Great" being the redundant final words from the panelist.
Fisher, L., & Creed, R. (April 9, 2011). Pia Toscano's "American Idol" Elimination; Is Sexism to Blame? Front-Runner Axing Shocked Judges and Fans. abcNews. Retrieved April 9, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/pia-toscanos-american-idol-elimination-sexism-blame/story?id=13336819

 One hour before the deadline government comes to an agreement with the first budget. They struck a deal that the government will get funded until September. It will cut 38-billion dollars in spending one of the largest reductions for federal agencies. Eight hundred thousand employees were at risk of losing their jobs if there was a government shut down. They will meet again next week to discuss cuts of spending in the amount of 100-billion dollars.

Needham, N. (April 9, 2011). Government Stay Open For Another Week. WFMY NEWS 2. Retrieved April 9, 2011, from http://www.digtriad.com/news/article/170593/57/Government-Stays-Open-For-Another-Week

 The Giants honored Bryan Stow at AT&T Park on Friday afternoon before they played against the Cardinals. They had a moment of silence to honor Bryan Stow. Stow was brutally assaulted by two Dodger fans on opening day at Dodger Stadium, while onlookers watched. Stow is still in a coma and it has been determined that Stow suffered brain damage from the attack.

Walter, S. (April 7, 2011). Friends of Beaten Giants Fan: 'I Felt Helpless.' As Giants honor Bryan Stow, fellow  paramedic recounts Dodger Stadium attack. Retrieved April 9, 2011, from Friend of Beaten Giants Fan: 'I Felt Helpless' - The Bay Citizen

Friday, April 8, 2011

What's in The News Today

Inspirational Friday

Three weeks after Japan's tsunami a dog is found floating on top of a house. The female dog named Ban was recognized by her owner when she appeared in the news during her rescue.  The owner retrieved Ban from the shelter that the rescuers took her to. Ban was quite happy to reunite with her owner as she jumped up and continually wagged her tail as she licked her owner's face.
Hanna C. (April 7, 2011). Japanese owner reunited with lost dog found floating on roof on house.
Examiner.com National. Retrieved April 8, 2011, from Japanese owner reunited with lost dog found floating on roof of house - National Pet Rescue | Examiner.com


A deer and a goose are smitten with each other in a  Buffalo, NY, Cemetery. The two unlikely pair have created a unique bond with one and another. While the goose chases border collies the deer guards over the goose's nest.
(April 8, 2011). An unlikely friendship. Signal Newspaper. Santa Clarita: CA.

Bethany Hamilton looses her arm during a shark attack. That did dot stop this courageous 14 year old as she continues to surf and competes in the most challenging waves in the world. She has become 5th in the National 2004 National Scholastic Surfing Association Nationals Championship, in September she won the Open Women's Division of the NSSA's Hawaiian conference season opener. She is guaranteed a spot on USA's National Surfing Team. Her life story is such an inspirational story that a movie about her tragedy  and how she over came her odds is opening today in theaters "Soul Surfer." She also wrote a book about  her faith in god "Devotions for the Soul Surfer."

Bethany Hamilton-Surfer girl who lost her arm to shark attack, author of Soul Surfer. Retrieved April 8, 2011, from Bethany Hamilton - Surfer girl who lost her arm to shark attack, author of SOUL SURFER

Thursday, April 7, 2011

What's in The News Today

The remnants of Japan's tsunami disaster may become a risk in the seas from homes, trailer, cars and parts of towns that were washed away during the tsunami. This can cause capsizing of vessels and boats. More than 200,000 buildings are part of floating hazards. The North Pacific Gyre current may push the rubble to the U.S. coast the states that may be affected are Hawaii, Washington, Oregon and California.

Karlinsky, N. (April 7, 2011). Japan Tsunami: Debris From Disaster Heading to U.S. West Coast. Floating Rubble of 200,000 Buildings Becomes Threat to Shipping Traffic. Retrieved April 7, 2011, from
Japan Tsunami: Debris from Disaster Heading to U.S. West Coast - ABC News

Earthquake in Mexico a 6.5 quake shook the southern part of Mexico today. The epicenter was 35 miles from Las Choapas, a city in the state of Veracruz with of population of 70,000 people. Mexico City did feel it, 250 miles away.
Trott, B., & Allen, V. April 7, 2011). Mexico rattled by 6.5 quake; no damages reported. Fox4kc.com. Retrieved April 7, 2011, from  Mexico rattled by 6.5 quake; no damage reported - WDAF

Google moves to Beverly Hills and will opens 13, 465 square. foot office for the entertainment portion of Google. The signing of a 11 year lease agreement valued at 6.3 million. Google will spend up to a million dollars to expand new YouTube channels. The building will be located in 331 Foothill Rd. in Beverly Hills, CA.

Miller, D. (April 7, 2011). Google to Open Office in Beverly Hills.
The Hollywood Reporter.  Retrieved April 7, 2011, from  Google to Open Office in Beverly Hills - The Hollywood Reporter

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

What's in The News Today

The water that is cooling Japan's reactors may be making reactors weak, while reports out of Japan have stated that "the sealed leak may not be leaking any longer." Fear of a hydrogen explosion is a major concern, due to the oxygen in seawater.  To prevent a hydrogen and oxygen explosion they will begin  injecting nitrogen into the reactors.  The Pacific Ocean has been the dumping grounds for tons of radioactive water.  The question is what will happened to marine life?  Less than two percent of imported seafood is tested, due the FDA not having the resources. Other fears are that tuna does migrate to U.S. waters and that may have high radiation levels.
Karlinsky, N., & Hunter, M. (April 6, 2011). Japan Nuclear Plant Is Far From Stable: U.S. Reports. Japan's TEPCO Will Begin Injecting Nitrogen Into Reactors, But NRC Assessment Sees Peril. abcNEWS/International. Retrieved April 6, 2011, from Karlinsky_TEPCO_Nitrogen_Radiation - ABC News

Will the Government keep running after Friday, is the big question. Will agreements be made about a $33-billion package of domestic program cuts for  the remainder of 2011 be settled before the dead-line? The threat of a government shut-down may occur if agreements are not made by Friday at midnight.

Government shutdown: Obama steps back as time runs short. Los Angeles Times. Retrieved April 6, 2011, from http://www.latimes.com/news/politics/la-pn-budget-negotiations-20110407,0,1244172.story


Bryan Stow who was a victim of a horrendous attack on opening day at Dodgers Stadium is showing signs of brain damage and is still in critical condition. Bryan a Giant's fan was attacked by Two Dodger fans in the parking lot of Dodger Stadium. To read more about this story scroll down the page.
(April 6, 2011), The Signal Newspaper. Doctors say Giants fan shows signs of brain damage. Santa Clarita: CA.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

What's in The News Today

Japan's (Tokyo) Electric company has dumped 11, 500 tons of radioactive water into the Pacific Ocean. The water that is cooling the reactors is being dumped into the Pacific Ocean with levels of iodine measuring at 4,385 the legal amount. Fish have been found with high radiation levels along the coast of the reactors.

abc WorldNews. (April 4, 2011). Tokyo Electric Dumps Radioactive Water into Ocean. Last Option for Nuclear Power Plant Runoff. Retrieved April 5, 2011, from Tokyo Electric Dumps Radioactive Water into Ocean - ABC News

Remember the U.S. does get their fish from Japan, Chat Me More would like to suggest that the U.S. " stop eating sushi."
Unless you are quite sure where your fish is coming from. 


Serial Killer in New York seeks victims through "Craigslist" bodies have been dumped at a New York beaches, Oak and Gilgo Beaches in Long Island. The number of women who have been killed has climbed to at least eight. Police found human bones in December while searching for a missing prostitute. It seems that the women have a few things in common they are prostitutes and advertise on 'Craigslist.'

Esposito, R., & Hopper, J. (April 4, 2011). New York Serial Killer: Three More Bodies Found on Beach.
abcnews/u.s. Retrieved April 5, 2011, from Long Island Serial Killer: Discovery of Three More Bodies on Beach Raises Number of Possible Victims to Eight - ABC News

Toyota may close North American Plant due to part shortages. The temporary layoff will affect 25,000, workers but they stated "no layoffs." The plant is using all of their inventory supply and they are running out, due to Japan's earthquake disaster.  The U.S. gets 15 percent of their supplies from Japan. Many of the electronic components are made only in Japan, including some of the paint pigments.

Dayton Business Journal (April 4, 2011). Toyota may idle North American Plants. retrieved April 5, 2011, fromhttp://www.bizjournals.com/dayton/news/2011/04/04/toyota-may-idle-north-american-plants.html

Monday, April 4, 2011

What's in The News Today

Southwest grounded 100 airplanes due to fatigued metal. After one of Southwest planes had a 5 foot gaping hole in the fuselage (roof) in midair, which cause the plane to depressurize. During an inspection of the grounded planes they did find that three planes had cracks in them, due to fatigued metal. Southwest officials stated that "they don't inspect this part of the plane where the two metals meet." Experts said "this is a very crucial part of the plane due to expansion and contraction of the metals, which occurs during take off and landing."

Stark, L., Hosford, M., & Hopper, J. (April 4, 2011).  Fatigue Cracks Found in Three More Southwest Planes. Another Southwest Flight Diverted Over night for Burning Electrical Smell. Retrieved April 4, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Business/southwest-airlines-fatigue-cracks-found-planes-fuselage-tears/story?id=13290279


Pastor Terry Jones from Gainsville, Florida  burns the Koran on March 20, 2011, which created riots in Afghanistan. Over 20 people killed during the weekend violence. The Pastor's unconscionable actions have put American military at extreme risk for retaliation. Pastor Jones has been receiving death threats with graphic details. 

Gutman, M. , Schifrin, N., Aleem, A. & Ferran, L. (April 4, 2011). Pastor Terry Jones Receives Death Threats After Koran Burning.  Florida Pastor Willing to Die for His Beliefs Even at The Expense of American Soldiers. abcnews/u.s. Retrieved April 4, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/US/pastor-terry-jones-receives-deaths-koran-burning/story?id=13289242&page=2

Today in California starts awareness of distracted drivers month if you are caught talking on a cell phone without a hand-free device or texting you will be fined.

HuffPost  Los Angeles. (April 4, 2011). Distracted Driving Awareness Month: LAPD To Join Statewide Crackdown. Retrieved April 4, 2011, from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/04/03/distracted-driving-awareness-month_n_844203.html

Obama Confirms that he will be running again for president in 2012. 

ABC/News. (April 4, 20110). In Pre-Dawn  Email, President Obama Launches 2012 Re-Election Campaign.  Retrieved April 4, 2011, from http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalpunch/2011/04/in-pre-dawn-email-president-obama-launches-2012-re-election-campaign-.html


Sunday, April 3, 2011

What's in The News Today

Reactors in Japan are still leaking and spilling large amounts radiation into the Pacific Ocean. Concrete did not seal the the crack in the reactors. Engineers injected polymer in the pipe that is leaking, which can absorb large amounts of water. They do not know at this time if it did stop the reactors from leaking.
Dolak, K., Karlinsky, N., Brundige, W. & Tanglao, L. (April 2, 2011). A Crack in a Maintenance pit was Discovered Saturday at Reactor Unit 2 at Japan's Ravaged Nuclear Plant. abcWorld News. Retrieved April 3, 2011, from  http://abcnews.go.com/International/tokyo-electric-unable-plug-radioactive-leak/story?id=13281691

Another children's bouncy house takes off with a boy and a girl and they were seriously injured. The bounce house got caught in a dust devil where the wind can roate 60 mph, which is very common in Arizona. The house carried the children in three lanes above traffic. This is the second time this year that a bounce house went soaring. A 10 year old girl injured her head in February when she fell out of the bounce house when it was lifted by a dust devil.

Seattle pi. (April 2, 2011). Children injured after bounce house goes airborne. Retrieved April 3, 2011, from
http://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Children-injured-after-bounce-house-goes-airborne-1320229.php

Charlie Sheen gets booed off stage at his live show in Detroit, Michigan. Charlie Sheen is not WINNING. Customers stated that he is "losing." Charlie Sheen is having a hard time finding a hotel in New York they don't want anything to do with him and his antics. He is appearing in New York, on April, 8, for his live show.

Marikar, S. (April 3, 2011). Charlie Sheen Bombs at Detroit Debut of 'My Violent Torpedo of Truth' Charlie Sheen is All Booed Off Stage at First Live Show. Retrieved April 3, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/charlie-sheen-tour-detroit-violent-torpedo-truth/story?id=13284622

Saturday, April 2, 2011

What's in The News Today

Father of two in a coma after, a Dodgers game a Giants fan gets brutally assaulted by two Dodger fans for rooting for his team. Numerous witnesses watched as Bryan Stow gets kick in the head and chest. The Dodger fans were taunting Bryan and his two friends for being Giants fans during the game and they tried to get away from them.  His friends did manage to escape but, unfortunately Bryan fell victim and his friends found him laying on the pavement of parking lot 2, at third base side of the parking lot.
abcNews/ESPN SPORTS. (April 2, 2011). Giants Fan Remains Hospitalized After Attack. San Francisco Giants fan remains in critical condition after beating following season opener. Retrieved April 2, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory?id=13280624

CEO of Go Daddy. Com makes a video of slaughtering an elephant Go Daddy is a site that aids in domain names, legal filing, SSL Certificates, hosting and trademarks, etc. Bob Parsons CEO hunted down an elephant, shot it, then had a party, while he and many participants wearing Go Daddy baseball caps, carved the animal, passed around the elephant meat and ate it. This took place Zimbabwe in South Africa. He tweeted for people to watch his horrendous video of the slaughtering of the elephant. Click on the link to watch  http://abcnews.go.com/Business/daddy-ceo-fire-elephant-shooting-video/story?id=13273980

Kim, S. (April 1, 2011). CEO for Go Daddy, No.1 Web Domain Company, Under Fire for Elephant Shooting. Animal Rights Advocates at PETA Call on Go Daddy Users to Close Their Accounts. Retrieved April, 2, 2011, from  http://abcnews.go.com/Business/daddy-ceo-fire-elephant-shooting-video/story?id=13273980

Southwest Airlines makes a emergency landing due to a gaping hole in the roof  at 36,000 ft. midair. After, sounds of popping the roof ripped opened and the oxygen mask dropped down as the plane cabin depressurized. The pilot was forced to do an emergency dive. The pilot descended 25,000 ft. within five minutes. One passenger texted his wife that the plane was going down and he loved her. The plane did land safely. The plane left Phoenix Arizona and was on its way to Sacramento, California.

abcNews. (April 2, 2011). Hole Rips in Roof of Plane. The Southwest Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing. Retrieved April, 2, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/hole-rips-roof-plane-southwest-airlines-plane-travel-business-emergency-landing-13281193

A Women may loose her paralyzed kangaroo pet due to an ordnance of no exotic animals within her city. Christie Carr who lives in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, who suffered from severe depression after a stroke, started to take care of Irwin a paralyzed kangaroo.  She volunteered at a animal sanctuary and that is where she met Irwin who ran into a fence and fractured his neck and became paralyzed, due to severe brain damage. Carr took Irwin home because he needed around the clock care and he has begun to hop 3 times in a row. She stated "that she will never give him up and will move if she had to." She no longer sufferers from depression Irwin has given her purpose for living.  Click on the link to meet Irwin.
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/meet-kangaroo-lady-13281079

abcNews. (April 2, 2011). Meet the Kangaroo Lady. The city council is threatening to take Irwin the paralyzed kangaroo away. Retrieved April, 2, 2011, from
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/meet-kangaroo-lady-13281079


Friday, April 1, 2011

What's in The News Today

Inspirational Friday


Marine gets to watch his daughter be born while being in Afghanistan.  Sargent Pompelli coaches his wife during the birth of their daughter thanks to Skype. Months later he gets to meet Reilly his beautiful daughter when he comes home.
Watch the video click on link: http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/video/marine-meets-baby-born-internet-military-dad-child-person-first-time-parents-13270045 

abcNews. (March 31, 2011). Marine Meets Daughter Born While he is Abroad. For the first, this military dad meets his child in person. Retrieved April 1, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/video/marine-meets-baby-born-internet-military-dad-child-person-first-time-parents-13270045


Robbie a sixteen year old suffered his entire life with Tourette's Syndrome, Tourette's is a condition that causes individuals to have uncontrollable ticks, due to misfiring within the brain. Robbie's ticks could last up to two hours. His ticks would consist of bursting out words, twisting his body and hitting himself.  Robbie gets miracle experimental surgery where they implant two pacemakers in his abdomen, which stops the abnormal  misfiring of over active nerve cells to the brain. Two weeks after the surgery Robbie feels normal and can be an average 16  year old and be around his friends, due to no more ticks.
Please watch the video:
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/OnCall/video/surgery-cures-teen-tourettes-13273568

abcNews. (April 4, 2011). Surgery Cures Teen of Tourette's.  Dr. Richard Besser on a radical surgery that has turned one teen's life around. Retrieved April 1, from
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/OnCall/video/surgery-cures-teen-tourettes-13273568