Inspirational Friday

A grandfather and father goes missing for a week. David La Vau went off the road and plunged 200 feet into ravine. His children did not give up hope when he didn't return for nearly a week. They did some detective work and back tracked their father's steps. The last time he used his debt card was at a grocery store and that is where they received their lead and traveled his path. They stopped at every ravine screaming their father's name and they heard him answer back with "help, help." The 67-year-old went off the road into a ravine on a mountain road near Angeles National Forest. The car was destroyed and it is a miracle that he survived. He has a few broken bones, but no life threatening injuries.

abc News. (September 30, 2011). Grandfather in Car Crash Survives 6 Days on Leaves, Water. Retrieved September 30, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2011/09/grandfather-in-car-crash-survives-6-days-on-leaves-water/

A terminal patient had a wish to hear her grandson play in his school band.  Marty wasn't able to attend the games anymore because of her last stages of cancer. She had a wish during her hospice stay that she wanted to hear her grandson Anthony play in his school band. Her wish was granted when the 120 piece band went to her and she able watch her grandson "Anthony" play the trumpet that she bought for him.

Happy News. (September 29, 2011). Terminally Ill Woman Gets Last Wish Granted. msnbc.Retrieved September 30, 2011, from http://www.happynews.com/news/9292011/terminally-ill-woman-gets-last-wish-granted.htm


A man searches for his hero that saved him from a fire. Jim Morton a 67- year-old was dragged out of a fire while he was sleeping. He is disabled and said "he would have never been able to get out of the burning house" that was completely destroyed from the fire. The mysterious hero knocked on the neighbor's door to warn her of the fire. No one knows who the hero is, but Jim wants to personally thank him for saving his life.

Happy News. (September 26, 2011). man Searches for Hero Who Pulled Him from Fire. msnbc. Retrieved September 30, 2011, from http://www.happynews.com/news/9262011/man-searches-hero-pulled-fire.htm

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A terror plot out of Boston aiming for the Pentagon and U.S. Capitol. Rezwan Ferdaus  a 26-year-old with a physics degree was planning to blow up the Pentagon and the U.S. Capitol with remote controlled airplanes. FBI agents also uncovered that he had requested grenades, 6 machine guns, and 24 pounds of C-4 explosives. Ferduas supposedly traveled to Washington to meet with al-Qaida, but instead it was an undercover FBI agent. After, his meeting in Washington he drew up a 15-phase attack plan he rented a storage place to work on his remote controlled planes. When he was asked about about killing women or children he stated that "all non-believers of Islam were his enemies."

Today News. (September 29, 2011). Feds: Alleged terror plotter never posed threat to public. Retrieved September 29, 2011, from http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/44715318/ns/us_news-security/#.ToSPkzWN3vc


Listeria Bacteria can take up to two months to show signs of the bacteria. The listeria outbreak is considered the deadliest food crisis in the United States within 10 years. The cantaloupes are from Jensen Farms in Colorado. They have been taken off the shelves, but it can take up to two months before symptoms occur. It only takes a trace of the bacteria to make someone sick.

Early Symptoms:

• Fever
• muscles aches
• if gone untreated it can effect someone from speaking

For more information click on this link http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodSafety/CORENetwork/ucm272372.htm

Johnson, L. (September 29, 2011). Listeria Symptoms Often Appear Months Later. CBN.com Retrieved September 29, 2011, from http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/healthscience/2011/September/Listeria-Symptoms-Often-Appear-Months-Later/


Tyson is recalling its ground beef for E. coli poisoning. Two children were hospitalized due to E. coli poisoning. The recall is Kroger-brand "Ground Beef 73% Lean-27% fat." also Buther's Brand. It was distributed to several states: N & S. Carolina, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin.  E. coli poisoning can lead to death if left untreated.

AboutLawsuits. com. (September 29, 2011). Tyson Ground Beef Recall: E. Coli Food Poisoning Risk. Retrieved September 29, 2011, from   http://www.aboutlawsuits.com/tyson-ground-beef-recall-e-coli-21446/

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Iran are sending ships to U.S. waters. Iran is sending ships to the Atlantic coast. "The Navy of Iranian Army"  will have a dominating presence in the United States. The Navy commander made its announcement yesterday and stated "they are doing what is done in their country and the arrogant force made by other countries at their borders."

CNN. (September 28, 2011). Iran planning to send ships near U.S. waters. Retrieved September 28, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/09/27/world/meast/iran-navy/index.html?hpt=hp_t2


Facts or fiction about Facebook. Will they start charging? No, they will not charge. This rumor has made it to the main headquarters and they needed to address it. They stated that "FB users are not their customers, but their products. " Can friends see the websites I visit when I'm not on Facebook? Yes, only when FB users give permission to share this information and it will show up on your friends news feed, but it can be tricky so be careful especially, if you are looking for a job and your boss is a friend on FB that may become a problem. Will FB share photos? They will do a timeline, which will show what year you started FB and what you have been doing since then in a chronological order. You can still remove photos and resize images. Does FB monitor my activity when I'm logged in? Yes, through your cookies and it transmits the sites you visit and sends it to Facebook. FB stated this prevents spam and phishing attacks (scams) and they delete FB users information immediately.

Gross, D. (September 28, 2011). Facebook rumors: Fact vs. fiction. CNN Tech. Retrieved September 28, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/09/28/tech/social-media/facebook-rumors/index.html?hpt=hp_t2

Thirteen people have died due to eating cantaloupes. Listeria bacteria is the culprit for killing 13 people and 72 illnesses in 18 states. The cantaloupes are from Rocky Ford cantaloupes grown at Jensen Farms in Colorado. The deaths: 2 in Kansas, 1 Maryland, 1 Missouri, 1 Nebraska, 1, New Mexico, 4 Oklahoma and 1 Texas. Illnesses were in California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Montana, N. Dakota, Virginia,  W. Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming. The cantaloupes were shipped July 29 through September 10.

CNN Health. (September 28, 2011). Cantaloupe-related outbreak of illness linked to 13 deaths. Retrieved September 28, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/09/27/health/cantaloupe-deaths/index.html?hpt=hp_t2

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 Missing missiles in  Libya. Thousands of missiles from Libya went missing from an unguarded Army warehouse in Libya. Twenty thousand to be exact of these  portable heat seeking missiles can attach to a object that has heat. The biggest fear is that terrorist can attach these kinds of missiles on aircraft's. The missiles are Russian made and are 4 to 6 feet long. They can be fired from a vehicle or a shoulder and they are accurate at a two mile range.

Ross, B., Cole, M. (September 27, 2011). Nightmare in Libya: 20,000 Surface-to-Air Missiles Missing.  abcNews. Retrieved September 27, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/nightmare-libya-20000-surface-air-missiles-missing/story?id=14610199

A man is attacked by a Bull shark and is rescued by his friends. Seven men were out spare fishing in the Gulf of Mexico when one of their friends started screaming due to a 9 ft. bull shark ripped a hole in his leg. The man's (CJ) friends fought off the shark and got him aboard the boat.  They called 911 and when they got to shore a helicopter was waiting and CJ was airlifted to a hospital. He is doing well.

abcNews. (September 27, 2011). Man Attacked by Shark Friends Jump In to Help. Retrieved September 27, 2011, from  http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/man-attacked-shark-friends-jump-14614771

Leisha Hailey is kicked off of a Southwest Airlines after kissing her girlfriend. Leisha was kissing her girlfriend and a flight attendant approached them and stated "that their public display of affection were at odds with the  Southwest family image." Southwest airlines stated that "the kissing was excessive and that is when they approached the couple.  It became escalated and that is when they were escorted off the plane." Leisha is demanding a public apology and accusing the airlines for being "homophobic."

9News. (September 27, 2011). L Word star kicked off plane over lesbian kiss. Retrieved September 27, 2011, from http://news.ninemsn.com.au/entertainment/8352386/l-word-star-kicked-off-plane-over-lesbian-kiss

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Children's jewelry contain Cadmium, which is toxic. There has been over 300,000 pieces of children's jewelry last year that was recalled. The U.S. has agreed for a limited amount of the metal toxic cadmium. The metal has been known to cause cancer and other diseases over a long period of time. The jewelry industry consented for a voluntary limit of the toxic metal.  The voluntary limits allowed for the industry to move quicker, but fining the jewelry industry for higher toxic levels will not be factored in, due to it being voluntarily done. The U.S. then is obligated to recall the products when they reach higher levels of the toxic metal.

CBS News. (September 26, 2011). Jewelry industry to self-regulate on toxic cadmium. Retrieved September 26, 2011, fromhttp://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2011/09/26/ap/business/main20111460.shtml

The American hikers said that they were treated terrible as Iranian prisoners. They stated that "they had to go on hunger strikes to receive letters from their families." They heard screams from other prisoners being beaten. They spent many days in solitary confinement and they were told that "their families stopped writing and didn't care about them."
Josh Fattal and Shane Bauer arrived at JFK Airport on Sunday, after being prisoners in Iran for two years for espionage.

9 News. (September 27, 2011). Hikers, released by Iran, return to US. Retrieved September 26, 2011, from http://news.ninemsn.com.au/world/8351767/us-hikers-arrive-home-after-iran-ordeal

Pepperidge Farm recalls sesame sticks. The company is recalling 261,000 packages of its baked Naturals Sesame Sticks because of bits of wire were found in them. Four consumers complained that they scraped their mouths from the wire that was in the product. The packages are 10.2 ounce boxes with sell dates of November 20, 2011 through Jan.1. For more information call 866-535-3774.

Bloomberg Businessweek.  (September 23, 2011). Pepperidge Farm recalls 261K sesame sticks boxes. Retrieved September 26, 2011, from http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9PUAIFG0.htm

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Nepal plane crashes carrying tourist. A plane carrying 18 people to view Mount Everest crashed during landing. The plane hit a roof of a house in the village breaking into several pieces and killing all aboard the aircraft: 10 Indians, 2 Americans, 1 Japanese. The plane belong to Buddha Air and carrying 3 Nepalese passengers and 3 crew members when it crashed in Bisankunarayan village and was returning to Katmandu.

Gurubacharya, B. (September 25, 2011). Tourist flight crashes in Nepal, killing 19 aboard. Yahoo! News. Retrieved September 25, 2011, from http://news.yahoo.com/tourist-flight-crashes-nepal-killing-19-aboard-083956537.html


The two American hikers will land in the United  States today from Iran. The hikers were in jail for two years in Iran and recently sentenced to eight years. A deal was made and a $1 million was paid for their release. They were arrested in 2009 for espionage.

Yahoo! News.
(September 25, 2011). 2 Americans released from Iranian prison head home. Retrieved September 25, 2011, from http://news.yahoo.com/2-Americans-released-Iranian-prison-head-home

More recalls on food. This time it has made it to schools. A Texas company has recalled 40,000 pounds of frozen beef products. These were distributed to Georgia schools and are contaminated  with E-coli bacteria. There has been no reports of illness. Signs of E-coli contaminate: bloody diarrhea, dehydration, kidney failure and in extreme cases death.

Dobuzinskis, A., Johnston, C. (September 25, 2011). Beef bound for Georgia schools recalled over E. Coli worries. Yahoo! News. Retrieved September 25, 2011, from http://news.yahoo.com/beef-bound-Georgia-schools-recalled-over-e-coli-020518096.html

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Where is the satellite? NASA trackers tracked the reentry of the satellite to earth at 11:23 p.m. pacific time and 1:09 a.m. eastern time over the Pacific Ocean. Where the 24 parts of the satellite fell is still unknown. It was last seen crossing Southern California Skies.

Pasztor, A. (September 24, 2011). NASA Reports Re-Entry of Defunct Satellite. The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved September 24, 2011, from http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424053111903703604576590114049454164.html

Einstein's theory may be wrong.  He has proven that nothing is faster than the speed of light 300,000 kms or 186,000 miles per second. A lab CERN claimed that they have timed a neutrino beam shot off from a particle accelerator near Geneva to a lab 730 km away in Italy within 60 nanoseconds with speeds of 186, 282 miles per second. Einstein's theory has been tested numerous times within the last 106 years, but there may be certain particles that don't fit his theory. Neutrinos are the particles that are conflicting Einstein's theory. These particles travel 6 km/second faster than light.

IBNLive. (September 24, 2011). Will Einstein's theory pf relativity be proved false? Retrieved September 24, 2011, from http://ibnlive.in.com/news/would-einsteins-theory-of-relativity-be-proved-false/187145-11.html


Should a woman follow her man? A woman and her male companion when hiking at Topanga State Park in California. They began to climb down "Eagle Rock" and realized it was too dangerous the man climbed back up, but the woman was left clinging for her life 500 ft. high. She hung on for two hours until a helicopter rescue brought her to safety. She had only minor injuries.

NBC LA. (September 23, 2011). Hiker Rescue Caught on Tape. Retrieved September September 24, 2011, from http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Hiker-Rescue-Caught-on-Tape-130486648.html

A Meteorite hits a California home. Mike Gibson was suddenly awaken with a boom sound. It was on August 13, 2011 and Gibson went outside and discovered a huge area of impact on his roof measuring 4 1/2-6 feet.  He searched his yard and found a meteorite and this was the same time that the Perseid meteor shower was taking place.

Piper B. (September 23, 2011). US: Meteorite Hits California House. SOTT. Net Retrieved September 24, 2011, from http://www.sott.net/articles/show/235352-US-Meteorite-Hits-California-House

Inspirational Friday

A woman and her horse saves a boy from being a attack by a Grizzly bear.  A wrangler (Erin Bolster) was taking a group of eight clients out on a horse ride in National Forest between West Glacier and Hungry Horse Mountain, which included a 8-year-old boy. Bolster was riding "Tonk" a large burly horse 18 hands high. Bolster has years of experience and has been riding since she was four. It was the peak of the season for bear sightings daily. The wranglers knew the spots where the bears were and the bears usually run away when they see the horses. The trail ride was going great until they came around a corner and her horse refused to move. A deer came out of the brush and was being chased by a grizzly bear and all the horses panicked.  Everyone grabbed the horn of their saddles in order to hang on to their frightened horse. Seven of the horses ran to the trial that would lead them back to the barn, but the one carrying the 8-year-old boy headed in the path of the grizzly. The grizzly then started to chase the horse and boy and now they became its prey. The boy's father's horse would not follow and continued towards the barn. Bolster put her heels into Tonk's ribs and they bolted towards the boy and his horse. The boy was bent over his horse holding onto the horse's neck so his head would not hit the heavily forested trees. The bear was growling and snarling and completely focused on the boy and the horse. Bolster knew the only way to stop the bear from attacking was to come face to face with the bear. She had no hesitation she was not going to allow the boy to get hurt and her horse was following her lead.  The horse went at the bear with its boulder size hooves and fire boldness and the bear came within 10 feet before it ran to one side. At this time the boy fell off his horse and the bear attempted to go after the boy again, but Bolster and Tonk approached him again, it took three times to finally get the bear to leave. Bolster picked up the shocked boy and put him on Tonk and rode back on the trail, which was a 10 minute ride.  Bolster did not begin to shake until she was back with the others and at a safe distance away from the bear. Tonk was also wet with sweat and shaking. Bolster was so proud and connected to Tonk that she bought him.

Lander, R. ( September 18, 2011). Gutsy wrangler, huge horse save boy from charging grizzly. The Spokesman-Review. HappyNews. Retrieved September 23, 2011, from  http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2011/sep/18/gutsy-wrangler-huge-horse-save-boy-from-charging/

A deformed puppy learns how to walk. A woman  in Sanford, Florida noticed a squirming garbage bag. A man was selling pit-bulls outside of Save-A-Lot for $50. The woman asked "what's in the bag" and he told her "not to worry abut it." The woman continued to ask him and finally he opened the bag. A puppy severely deformed was inside the bag. The puppy couldn't even hold its head up. She was told by veterinarians and shelters that the dog should be euthanized. Erica Daniel a regular at local animal shelter said "she wanted to take the puppy home for one night and show it love before it would be euthanized in the morning." "What a difference a day makes" Harper the puppy is alive and thriving he is a playful gray puppy and getting more mobile with each day. The puppy was born with "swimmer puppy disorder" that is when the puppy is laid flat and their legs are spread out. Daniel continued to massage Harper's tight muscles and within a few hours Harper was able to lift her head. "Hip Dog Canine Hydrotherapy & Fitness" heard about Harper and donated free hydrotherapy and massage therapy to Harper and she started to walk. She still can't walk on tile or hardwood floors, but she does well on grass and concrete. Harper is 11 weeks old and playing with seven other dogs that Harper has rescued.

Coffey, L. (September 23, 2011). Deforhttp://www.happynews.com/news/9232011/deformed-puppy-rescued-trash-learns-walk.htmmed Puppy Rescued from Trash Learns to Walk.  HappyNews.
Retrieved September 23, 2011, from

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A car bomb explodes in Erik Chappell's car. Chappell is a lawyer who practices family law and civil litigation in Michigan and Ohio. He was driving his two young boys to football practice when is car blew up in Monroe, Michigan. A bomb was planted in his Volvo and after the explosion the car was just metal. The three did survive and his two sons underwent surgery. The reason for the bomb is unclear, but is considered a criminal act.

Davis, L. (September 22, 2011). Michigan Car Bombing Dad to 911: 'My Car Blew Up With Two Kids.'
 Retrieved September 22, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/US/michigan-car-bombing-dad-911-car-blew-kids/story?id=14579374


Starbucks is sued for having cameras in the bathroom. A family was sightseeing and stopped at Starbucks in Norfolk, Virginia and their 5-year-old daughter spotted a camera in the bathroom.  William Yockey accompanied his daughter into a unisex bathroom and then that is when the little girl noticed a camera that was wedged into the pipe under the sink. Police were called to the scene and it was  confirmed that the camera was turned on and was being recorded when the little girl spotted it. Yockey is suing Starbucks for a $1 million dollars.

Taylor, M. (September, 2011). Starbucks sued for camera in bathroom. msnbc.com. Retrieved September 22, 2011, from  http://bottomline.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2011/09/20/7860599-starbucks-sued-for-camera-in-bathroom

More deaths from listeria found in cantaloupes. The cantaloupes were traced back to Colorado labeled "Colorado Grown," distributed "Frontera Produce, Jensenfarms.com" or "Sweet Rocky Fords." Eight people have died and 55 people have become sick in 14 states. Symptoms: fever, muscle aches, diarrhea, headaches, stiff neck and confusion.

Business & Health. (September 22, 2011). Listeria Deaths Climb to 8 From Bad Cantaloupe, Officials Fear More. Retrieved September 22, 2011, from http://www.ibtimes.com/articles/218368/20110922/listeria-outbreak-contaminated-cantaloupe-eight-deaths-jensen-toll.htm


Troy Davis was put to death even after all his support from Jimmy Carter and the Pope. Troy's sister said "he died calm and the last moments were joyous." His last words were addressed to the victims family stated "I am not the one that personally killed your son." Troy was accused of killing a cop, but there was no DNA, or blood that linked him to the crime. Many were outraged that he was put to death.

Hopper, J. (September 22, 2011). Troy Davis' Sister Recounts Last Moments With Executed Brother. abcNews/u.s. Retrieved September 22, 2011, from  http://abcnews.go.com/US/troy-davis-sister-kimberly-davis-recounts-moments-executed/story?id=14580835

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The two Americans held in Iran's jail for two years was released today. Josh Fattal and Shane Bauer are headed to the airport and Switzerland is the go between the U.S. and Iran. Switzerland represents the U.S. due to no diplomatic relations with Tehran the capital of Iran. The two Americans were arrested for espionage.  

Today News. (September 21, 2011). S hikers released from Iran prison. Retrieved September 21, 2011, from http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/44605964/ns/today-today_news/t/us-hikers-released-iran-prison/#.TnoGijXNre8


A Georgia inmate wants a polygraph test before he is executed today. Troy Davis a convicted cop killer and is scheduled to be executed today. He agreed to take a polygraph test if he is pardoned after the results of test. He will receive the injection at 7 p.m. and didn't want a last meal, but instead just wants time with his family. Davis has many supporters including Jimmy Carter, former FBI director and Pope Benedict XVI. There was no DNA or blood that linked him to the crime.

abc New/u.s. (September 21, 2011). Georgia Inmate Wants Polygraph Before Execution. Retrieved September 21, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/georgia-inmate-polygraph-execution-14569202?page=2


A drug traffickers in Mexico the state of Veracruz dumps 35 bodies. The bodies were dumped during rush hour beneath a busy overpass. The gunmen pointed weapons at petrified drivers. Some of the bodies had black plastic bags over their heads that showed signs of torture.  There were also 12 women among those dead bodies.

Rodriguez, O. (September 21, 2011). Mexico horror: Gunmen dump 35 bodies on avenue. Yahoo!News. Retrieved September 21, 2011, from  http://news.yahoo.com/mexico-horror-gunmen-dump-35-bodies-avenue-062717356.html

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Are you ready for a 5.4 ton satellite to fall out of the sky? A Nasa Satellite "UARS" is expected to hit earth on Friday. The satellite was launched in 1991. Its mission was completed in 2005 and now it's time for it to depart space. The UARS is the size of a bus and most of it will burn up, but 26 components will hit earth. Statistically the chance of anyone getting hit by the debris is 1 out of 3,200 out of 7 billion people that inhabit earth.

Sunseri, G. (September 20,2011). Space Satellite UARS Might Hit Earth Friday. abc Good Morning America. Retrieved September 20,2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/space-satellite-uars-hit-earth-friday/story?id=14562819

U.S. hikers were suppose to be released today from Iran, but was denied. Iran's judiciary denied President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's deal of a  $1 million  to release Shane Bauer and Josh Fattal. They were convicted of spying when they crossed the border into Iran when they were hiking. Sarah Shourd was also with them when they were arrested and she was freed last year. A private plane was sent to retrieve the two men. The Obama administration has demanded more information, but no info has been confirmed.

Erdbrink, T. (September 14, 2011). Iran's judiciary says U.S. hikers not being released. The Washington Post. Retrieved September 20, 2011, from http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/middle-east/irans-judiciary-says-us-hikers-not-being-released/2011/09/14/gIQANFGVRK_story.html

Facebook is planning to change profile. The new redesign is geared to keep users on facebook longer. It will include launching music and media platform, which will be obtained from anonymous partners.  The new application will allow fb users to play music and friends can view what they are playing. The launch is suppose to take place on Thursday.

Parr, B. (September 20, 2011). Facebook to launch profile redesign. CNN Tech. Retrieved Septmeber 20, 2011, from  http://www.cnn.com/2011/09/20/tech/social-media/facebook-major-profile-redesign-mashable/index.html?&hpt=hp_c2

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Seven people caught plotting a massive attack on British mainland. British police stated that "the planning of mass-casualty were in advanced stages." The police also said "that they believe that the al-Qaida was behind the plan." The arrest were made in Birmingham at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday. The raids were in a highly populated Muslim neighborhood.


Dodd, V., & Taylor, R., N. ( September 19, 2011). Anit-terrorist police arrest seven in Birmingham. Retrieved September 19, 2011, from http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2011/sep/19/anti-terrorist-police-arrest-birmingham


Greece is expected to run out of money within a month. Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou canceled his trip to the U.S. in order to manage Greece's crisis. Bail out money from other countries may not rescue Greece with the fear of Greece defaulting. The next installment for bail out money is scheduled for October.

Rooney, B. (September 19, 2011). Greece: Is this the end game? CNN Money. Retrieved September 19, 2011, from  http://money.cnn.com/2011/09/19/news/international/greece_default/


California nursing school student's decomposed body is found. Michelle Le has been missing since May. She went on a break from her nursing class at Hayward Hospital in Alameda County and never returned. A former friend of Le's has been arrested Giselle Esteban with DNA evidence and phone records. Esteben has admitted to hating Le because she was friend's of her child's father. She denied having anything to do with Le's murder. Surveillance video shows Esteban before and after the crime scene. Traces of blood from Esteben was found in Le's car and Le's DNA was found on Esteban shoes.
Cell phones records showed that the phones of both woman were in the same area, after Le's death.

McLaughlin, E. (September 18, 2011). Remains Found During Search for Missing Nursing Student.
abc News/u.s. Retrieved September 19, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/US/missing-nursing-student-michelle-le-remains-found-remote/story?id=14547824

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Nine people died at an air show when pilot looses control of his plane. In Reno, Nevada pilot Jimmy Leeward can be considered a hero he was able to pull up the plane right before he crashed and it was headed for the bleachers that had more than 200 people. Seven people died on the tarmac including the pilot and two others at the hospital.

CNN U.S. (September 17, 2011). Death toll rises to 9 Nevada air race crash; close to 70 injured. Retrieved September 18, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/17/nevada.plane.crash/index.html?hpt=hp_t2


Pilot is killed at air show in West Virginia. The pilot was flying a T-28 aircraft and it crashed during a demonstration killing the pilot. Witnesses stated they heard an explosion and a flash of light the reason for the crash is still unknown.

CNN U.S. Plane crashes at West Virginia air show, killing pilot. Retrieved September 18, 2011, from
http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/17/west.virginia.plane.crash/index.html?hpt=hp_t2


The biggest fear for the West is that Iran and N. Korea may be making nuclear bombs. A reported last year suggested that  N. Korea might have shared banned atomic technology for making nulcear bombs with Iran, Syria and Myanmar. In a German newspaper in August it was reported that N. Korea dispense a computer program to Iran that could aid in making nuclear bombs.

Yahoo! NEWS. (September 17, 2011). Analysis: West fears possible Iran-North Korea nuclear links. Retrieved September 18, 2011, from  http://news.yahoo.com/analysis-west-fears-possible-iran-north-korea-nuclear-223218643.html

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Border crossing was partially shut down for two days and today the crossing will be completely opened. The border crossing includes San Diego, Tijuana and Mexico was closed to enter the U.S. when part of a canopy collapsed. The canopy fell on lanes at the San Ysidro port of entry, which is the nation's busiest border crossing. This sent 11 people to the hospital and a traffic nightmare. The crossing has 50,000 vehicles and 25,000 pedestrians daily. The collapse occurred at 10:45 a.m. on Thursday when wooden panels and concrete beams gave away and fell onto cars. Construction workers saved three people that were trapped in their cars.

Davis, K & Dibble, S. (September 14, 2011). 13 northbound border lanes reopen; closure followed collapse. Retrieved September 17, 2011, from http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/sep/14/several-injured-border-crossing-roof-collapse/

Several Honolulu's airport workers were fired. TSA workers were not screening for explosives and 28 workers were fired and 15 suspended. This was the largest action for misconduct in the federal agency's history. In June 36 employees were placed on paid administrative leave and this began the process of firing them. The airport has 750 TSA Employees. The National Treasury employees Union, who represents TSA workers, stated that "the workers are under a lot of pressure to get flights to depart on time."

McAvoy. (September 17, 2011). TSA fihttp://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/44557230/ns/today-travel/t/tsa-fires-honolulu-bag-screeners-after-probe/#.TnTJIjWN0SYres 28 Honolulu bag screeners after probe. msnbc.com. Retrieved September 17, 2011, from

Birth control pills recalled. A Alabama pharmaceutical company packaged multiple lots incorrectly. The error is a packaging error, which causes concern for women that may become pregnant by taking the wrong pills. The recall involves 1.4 million packages and has been distributed throughout the year.  The pills that are recalled are 7/7/7/, Cyclafem 1/35, Emoquette, Gildess FE 1.5/30, Gildess FE 1/20, Orsythia, Previfem and Tri-Previfem. Customer Service number 1-877-300-6153 or http://www.qualitestrx.com/pdf/OCRecall.pdf.

CNN Health. (September 16, 2011). Birth control pill recalled due to 'packaging error.' Retrieved September 17, 2011, from  http://www.cnn.com/2011/09/16/health/birth-control-recall/

Inspirational Friday

Willow the cat is found after 5 years. Willow went from Colorado to 110 street in Manhattan. A man stated that "he found Willow on 20 street in Manhattan" and brought her to the animal shelter on 110 street.  She will be reunited with her owners a family with 3 kids and 2 dogs.  The shelter scanned her for a chip and found her owners that live in Colorado near the Rocky Mountains.

Huff Post. (September 16, 2011). Willow, Missing Colorado Cat, Found In New York City Streets. Retrieved September 16, 2011, from  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/14/willow-missing-cat-nyc_n_963304.html


A Salt Lake City man was saved from a burning car.  Brandon Wright a student of Utah State University was driving his motorcycle when a BMW pulled out in front of him and his motorcycle hit the car's hood and bounced to the ground. He slid under the car and he was not wearing a helmet. Both vehicles burst into flames and he became trapped. Men working on a construction site lift the car and pulled Wright to safety. He had several fractures, but he will survive.

abc News. (September 14, 2011). Rescuers Describe Saving Utah Man From Burning Car. Retrieved September 16, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2011/09/rescuers-describe-saving-utah-man-from-burning-car/

Twins are separated successfully. Joshua and Jacob Spates were joined together back to back at the pelvis and lower spine. They both had separate hearts, heads and limbs. The boys were diagnosed prenatally at 25 weeks.  They were separated successfully and will continue to receive critical care and rehabilitation therapy.

Happy News. (September 15, 2011). Surgeons Successfully Separate Rare Conjoined Twins. Retrieved September 16, 2011, from http://www.happynews.com/news/9152011/surgeons-successfully-separate-rare-conjoined-twins.htm

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A fireball crosses western skies. A dazzling  bright light streaked across the skies of Phoenix, Las Vegas and Southern California . The fireball streaked rapidly from at 7:45 p.m. PT. A fireball or a meteor was blamed for the bright light.

MSNBC. com (September 15, 2011). Multicolored fireball in sky dazzles Southwest. Retrieved September 15, 2011, from http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/44529188/ns/technology_and_science-space/#.TnIelTXNrfI


A flea-borne disease is back with vengeance. Five people in Orange County have been diagnosed with  typhus also called endemic typhus transmitted through the bites of  infected fleas. The infected fleas are found on raccoons, rats, opossums and feral cats. A domestic cat who goes outdoors can also be a carrier. Symptoms:

• fever
• headaches
• muscles aches
• rash on back, chest, legs and arms

Treatment includes antibiotics and untreated can be fatal.

Hall, L. (September 14, 2011). Flea-borne typhus again a problem in O.C. The Orange County Register. Retrieved September 15, 2011, from http://healthyliving.ocregister.com/2011/09/14/flea-borne-again-a-problem-in-o-c/38358/

Dr. Oz takes apple juice content and exposes arsenic levels are extreme. Dr. Oz is getting criticized and the FDA has stated that there is "no evidence of his findings." Dr. Oz did prove his case with different samples of apple juice and apples from different countries are bearing these high levels. Dr. Oz had a showdown with the Dr. Besser of GMA (Good Morning America) and Dr. Besser told Dr. Oz he was irresponsible for his show on the apple juice. The Dr. Oz show was aired on Wednesday, September 14, 2011, 3 p.m. PT.

abcNEWS. (September 15, 2011). Dr. Besser vs. Dr. Oz: Juice Showdown on 'GMA.' Retrieved September 15, 2011, from   http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/health/2011/09/15/dr-besser-vs-dr-oz-apple-juice-showdown-on-gma/

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A Ohio woman was forced off a plane on 911 with two other people. Shoshana Hebshi 35-years-old was shocked when she was forced off a Frontier Airlines because she and two other people spent too much time in the bathroom. She was handcuffed, stripped searched and held in custody for 4 hours. She  feels she was targeted because she is Middle Eastern. She stated she was "humiliated and violated because of her appearance." All three people were cleared and released.

Karoub,  J. (September 14, 2011). Woman shocked by being taken from plane in Detroit. The Seattle Times. Retrieved September 14, 2011, from http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2016202563_apusairpassengerstripsearch.html


On Tuesday another airline US Airways from New York to Phoenix was diverted to St.Louis for the fear of terrorism. When three men became a concern due to unusual activity the plane was diverted. The three men were Israeli citizens and there were no terrorism involved.

Karoub,  J. (September 14, 2011). Woman shocked by being taken from plane in Detroit. The Seattle Times. Retrieved September 14, 2011, from http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2016202563_apusairpassengerstripsearch.html

A 101-year-old woman was evicted from being foreclosed. Texana Hollis from Detroit was evicted after living in the home for 60 years.  Her son didn't pay the mortgage for years and ignored eviction notices. Hollis was evicted on Monday and all her clothes and furniture was placed outside. She was taken to the hospital when she became disoriented. A neighbor allowed Hollis and her son to live in their rental house across the street and a non-profit organization is trying to get her house back.

CBS. (September 14, 2011). 101-year-old Detroit woman foreclosed on, evicted. Retrieved September 14, 2011, from http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2011/09/14/national/main20105923.shtml

15% percent of Americans are living in poverty. The U.S. Census Bureau released their findings that more than 46 million Americans are living below federal poverty line. The poverty line for one person is $11,139 annually and $22,314 for a family of four.

PBS NEWSHOUR. (September 2011). Why are 46 million Americans Living in Poverty? Retrieved September 14, 2011, from http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/business/july-dec11/poverty_09-13.html

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A non-native mosquito has been fond in Southern California and it is deadly. The Mosquito was found in San Gabriel Valley and this mosquito can transmit deadly diseases such as: yellow fever, encephalitis and dengue fever. The mosquito was brought over accidentally in 2001 by a "Lucky Bamboo" plant from Asia. Los Angles was able to wipe out the problem then and hopefully they will succeed again. Los Angles will start the spraying as early as Friday. The mosquito is black with white spots and is aggressive during the day. If anyone is bitten by one call vector control immediately.

KTLA. com (September 13, 2011). Mohttp://www.ktla.com/news/landing/ktla-asian-mosquito-san-gabriel-valley,0,3600400.storysquito Linked to Deadly Diseases Discovered in El Monte. Retrieved September 13, 2011, from


Another strain of listeria found in cantaloupes. Colorado health officials are asking people not to eat cantaloupes from Rocky Ford. People who are immune compromised and the very young and old are at a greater risk. Rocky Ford is a major supplier of cantaloupe and they are out of southeast Colorado. Four deaths have been reported in Colorado and New Mexico.

The Sacramento Bee (September 13, 2011). Health official issues Colorado cantaloupe warning. Retrieved September 13, 2011, from http://www.sacbee.com/2011/09/13/3906691/health-official-issues-colorado.html

The two American hikers may be released this week from Iran. They will be freed on bail of $500,000 each. Shane Bauer and Joshua Fattal both 29-years-old were just recently sentenced to 8 years. They have already served 2 years in Tehran prison in 2009. The third hiker Sarah Shourd was released last year on $500,000 bail. All three Americans were graduates from Berkeley. They were arrested as they were studying about the Middle East and they crossed the border accidentally and was arrested for espionage. An agreement for the release of these men was made a week after talks about a counterproposal of Iran's nuclear program with the West.


Cowell, A. (September 13, 2011). Iran Will Reportedly Release 2 Jailed Americans. The New York Times. Retrieved September 13, 2011, from http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/14/world/middleeast/14iran.html

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Two flights were escorted by jet fighters. An American Airline  flight 34 from LAX to JFK on 9/11 had military jet fighters following it all the way to NY. Flight attendants got suspicious when three people made continuous trips to  the bathroom. Another flight 623 of Frontier Airlines also had military escort F-16's when a man and woman were in the bathroom a long time. Both flights landed without incident and everyone was cleared.

Gizmodo. ( September 12, 2011). Military Jets Escorted Flights on 9/11 Because People Were Pooping Too Much. Retrieved September 12, 2011, from http://gizmodo.com/5839244/military-jets-escorted-flights-on-911-because-people-were-pooping-too-much


Another recall for ground turkey. An Arkansas plant Cargill Inc. was tested for salmonella and proven to be positive for salmonella. All ground turkey made at Springdale plant with codes of "P-963" or "963" is recalled for more information call 1-888-812-1646. Ground turkey is safe when cooked at 165 degrees internal temperature and always wash your hands after coming in contact with raw meat.


Johnson. M.L. (September 12, 2011). More ground turkey recalled because of salmonella. kpic.com 4. Retrieved September 12, 2011, from http://www.kpic.com/news/consumertips/129625943.html


The World Trade Center Memorial is open to the public today. Yesterday the Memorial Ground Zero in lower Manhattan was opened to the families that lost a loved one on 9/11 and today it is open to the public. Walls of the memorial have each person's name in engraved on brass parapets. A waterfall washes over the granite that holds all the names that perished on that day. The walkway leading to the Memorial has over 400 hundred trees that etches the walkway. A 9/11 museum is expected to open within a year and in coming years a transportation hub and shopping areas will connect underground. The project is estimated to be completed by 2015.

Payne. E. (September 12, 2011). September 11 memorial 11 opens to public. CNN U.S. Retrieved September 12, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/12/world.trade.center/index.html?hpt=hp_t2

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Chat Me More will Dedicate the News to 9/11

2 airlines crashed into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City American Airlines flight 11 and 175.

American Airlines flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon in Arlington Virginia

and United Airlines flight 93 crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania when passengers attempted to stop the plane that was headed for the White House, in Washington D.C.

Three thousand people were killed on 9/11 (2001).

These were terrorist attacks on the United States by the al-Qaeda.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/September_11_attacks

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A terror attack against the United States is a real threat. There are three men planning to attack the U.S. for the 10th anniversary of 911. They have been in The U.S. since August. U.S. intelligence are on a manhunt for these three men. The attacks are targeting Washington, D.C. and New York using car bombs in crowded areas, tunnels and bridges. The terrorist may be U.S. citizens well at least one is and warning they may be driving in a van and middle eastern descent.

Politico. (September 9, 2011). Reports: Authorities hunt 3 men in terror plot. Retrieved September 10, 2011, from http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0911/63070.html

A ship sank in Tanzania. An over crowed tourist ship carrying 600 people sank in the deep sea. Many tourist refuse to ride on the ship because it was overloaded. It sank in an area of heavy currents and deep sea between Tanzania and Pemba Island at 1 a.m. on Saturday. The ship was carrying many children. A 15-year-old who was rescued as he clung to a plank of wood stated "he knew there was something wrong with the vessel when it began to sway back in forth and he became very dizzy and then the ship fell to its side." The ship sank leaving 45 dead, 230 rescued and 370 are still missing.

KansasCity. (September 10, 2011). Tanzania ship sinks; 45 dead, hundreds missing. Retrieved September 10, 20911, from http://www.kansascity.com/2011/09/10/3132515/survivors-say-ship-sinks-off-tanzania.html

Americans are being asked to be vigilant, "don't stop living, but be aware of your surroundings. Report anything that looks suspicious and this may go on for months. Americans don't let your guards down and the next terror attack may be car bombs. Report unattended cars like you did at Times Square."

Martinez M. (September 9, 2011). Security measures heighten as 9/11 anniversary approaches. CNN U.S. Retrieved September 10, 2011, from http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/09/9.11.security.measures/index.html?hpt=hp_t2

Inspirational Friday

Poodle saves a teenager from a fire in Utah. A woman and her two children escaped the fire and unaware of anyone else in the house. The house was burning and firefighters went to save "Ted" a toy poodle, but he wouldn't allow them to catch him. He ran to the basement door and hoped for firefighters to follow and they did. Ted lead them downstairs and a 19-year-old boy was sleeping. Ted was able to save the boy and the basement was completely filled with smoke.

Wacktrap. (September 3, 2011). Dog Leads Firefighters to Basement Toy Poodle Saves Sleeping Teenager in Utah Fire. Retrieved September 9, 2011, from http://www.wacktrap.com/events/unusual-events/dog-leads-firefighters-basement-toy-poodle-saves-sleeping-teenager-utah-fire

In Camaguey, Cuba a dog "Yeti" adopts piglets as her own. The Cuban farm dog had a litter of her own, but a liter of 14 swine decided to be part of her liter. The piglets still take milk from their mother, but when they see "Yeti" they run to her for a meal. Yeti does not seem to mind and treats them as if they are her own.

Huff Post. (September 4, 2011). Farm Dog, Yeti, Nurses Piglets in Cuba. Retrieved September 9, 2011, from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/04/farm-dog-yeti-nurses-piglets_n_948323.html

A woman finds a wallet and turns it in. A 30 year-old woman from Ohio found a wallet in a shopping cart outside of Bed Bath and Beyond. When she looked inside she found $4,600, credit cards and a driver's license. She turned in the wallet to the police station and they contacted the owner and he was thrilled. He also a gave her a cash reward, but she stated that it "was not necessary and she just wanted to do the right thing and that is what god would want her to do."

Miller, D, J. (September 1, 2011). Twinsburg woman finds wallet containing $4,600, gives it to police. Retrieved September 9, 2011, from http://blog.cleveland.com/metro/2011/09/twinsburg_woman_finds_wallet_c.html

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More than 1,000 people are evacuated in Pennsylvania living near the Susquehanna river. The river is expected to crest at 41 feet today between the hours of 4PM-8PM. Residents should prepare for a 72 hour evacuation. New York residents are also evacuating near Susquehanna and Chenango rivers in Binghamton.

nj.com. (September 8, 2011). Flooding leads to evacuation of 100k people in Pa. Retrieved September 8, 2011, from   http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2011/09/flooding_leads_to_evaucation_o.html


In California Amazon has another year before they have to start charging state sales tax. On Wednesday state legislative and Amazon agreed to a tentative agreement that Amazon does not have to charge sales tax until September 2012.

Weinman, S. (September 8, 2011). Amazon Wins Tentative CA Sales Tax Reprieve, and Free Romney eBook; French Publishers Drop Suit Against Google. Publisher Lunch. Retrieved September 8, 2011, from http://lunch.publishersmarketplace.com/2011/09/amazon-wins-tentative-ca-sales-tax-reprieve-and-free-romney-ebook-french-publishers-drop-suit-against-google/

Russians are searching for the black box of the plane that crashed and killed a hockey team. The crash killed 36 players. Air safety records are blaming aging fleet, weak government controls and poor pilot training and cost cutting for the crash.

Berry, L. (September 8, 2011). Russians search for crashed plane's data recorders. Yahoo!News. Retrieved Septmber 8, 20911, from http://news.yahoo.com/russians-search-crashed-planes-data-recorders-115806594.html

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Yahoo fires CEO Carol Bartz. She was not able to convince investors that she could mainstream Yahoo. She had setbacks with the online search partnership with Microsoft Corp. and Chinese Internet giant Alibaba Group and it was a major downfall for her and the company. Yahoo has fallen behind by the times and has been replaced with Google and Facebook.

Fox News. (September 6, 2011). Yahoo Fires CEO Carol Bartz. Retrieved September 7, 2011, from    http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2011/09/06/yahoo-ceo-carol-bartz-no-longer-with-company/


A Russian jet crashed killing a Hockey Team. The local team crashed shortly after take off and killed 43 people. The ice hockey team "Lokomotiv" from Yaroslavi was traveling to Minsk. The weather was not a factor and the skies were clear. One player survived Alexander Galimov and one crew member.

FOX News. (September 7, 2011). Russian Jet Carrying Hockey Team Crashes, 43 Dead. Retrieved September 7, 2011, from http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/09/07/36-dead-in-russian-airliner-crash/

Governor Snyder of Michigan signs a 4 year-cap to collect government assistance. The governor signed a legislation that welfare assistance will end after recipients have reached 48 months. The law will be effective on October 1. Families will still be able to have Medicare coverage, food stamps, job training and searches. This will save tax payers $65 million in the upcoming fiscal year.

Pluta R. ( September 6, 2011). Gov. Snyder changes welfare in Michigan, signs four-year cash assistance cap. Michigan Radio.  Retrieved September 7, 2011, from http://www.michiganradio.org/post/gov-snyder-changes-welfare-michigan-signs-four-year-cash-assistance-cap

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Amanda Knox is back in the news and she will be back in court this week. She was accused of killing her roommate in Italy. Expert testimonials stated that evidence was contaminated and DNA did not have enough to convict Amanda. Italian prosecutors want to keep her in jail for another 20 years. Amanda has already served 4 years in jail. This will be her final phase of her appeal of a 26 year sentence. The verdict of her appeal is scheduled the week of September 26th.

Natanson, P. (September 6, 2011). Amanda Knox Prosecutors Fight Back. Retrieved September 6, 2011, from http://abcnews.go.com/International/amanda-knox-murder-appeal-challenged-patrizia-stefanoni/story?id=14452642

Texas wildfires are still burning out of control. The fires have already destroyed 1,000 homes and leaving 5,000 residents evacuated. The fires are staying ignited due to drought conditions and high winds that knocked down power lines. There 85 fires burning in the state of Texas.

Los Angeles Times. (September 6,2011). Texas wildfires: More than 1,000 homes lost, thousands evacuated. Retrieved September 6, 2011, from http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/nationnow/2011/09/texas-wildfires-more-than-1000-homes-lost.html

The FBI is warning that al-Qaeda is threatening to take control of small planes to attack the U.S. Security has been stepped up, but there are 228,000 planes and 4,000 airports, too many to monitor.
The 10th year anniversary of "911" is Sunday.

5 abc. Eyewitness News. (September 5, 2011). Terror Warning Ahead 9/11: Threat to Small Planes. Retrieved September 6, 2011, from http://kstp.com/article/stories/S2269346.shtml?cat=89

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Labor Day

Labor Day, is a celebration for workers and their achievements. During the Industrial Revolution (1800's) in the United States the average American worked 12 hours per day and 7 days a week. Even children in some states worked as young as 5 years-old. People of all ages and the poor and immigrants were exposed to unsafe working conditions. Labor unions occurred in the 18th century and they became vocal and protested about work conditions and hours worked. This caused many protests and even riots. On September 5, 1882, 10,000 workers did not receive pay and took time off to march from City Hall to Union Square in New York City becoming the first Labor Day Parade for the "workingmen's holiday." Celebrated the first Monday in September. Congress did not make it an official holiday until 12 years later. On June 26, 1894 the Railroad Union, led by Eugene V. Debs, called for a boycott on all Pullman railway cars, disabling railroad traffic nationwide. To stop the strike the federal government let loose troops to Chicago, creating waves of riots that killed more than a dozen workers. Congress to make peace with the workers made the holiday legal in the District of Columbia and the other territories.

http://www.history.com/topics/labor-day

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A teenager pretends to be a physical assistant at a Florida hospital. Matthew Scheidt worked at the  hospital as a billing clerk. He convinced emergency officials that he was a medical student and attempted to preform CPR on a patient. He also gave physical exams on male patients and injury lawyers are preparing to take action.

The Dailly Beast. (September 3, 2011). Teen poses as Physician's Assistant. Retrieved September  4, 2011, from http://www.thedailybeast.com/cheats/2011/09/03/teen-poses-as-physician-s-assistant.html


Tropical Lee is slamming Louisiana and rainfall is expected to be 10 to 20 inches. People in the region are too familiar what could happen and Katrina memories are still quite fresh for many. The state is under emergency and flooding is a primary concern and if levees will withstand all the rain.

AFP. (September 4, 2011). Tropical Storm Lee makes landfall in Louisiana. Retrieved September 4, 2011, from http://www.france24.com/en/20110904-tropical-storm-lee-makes-landfall-louisiana

Typhoon hits Japan killing 20 people and several still missing. The typhoon caused mudslides and heavy rains and 460,000 people were evacuated and 3,600 were stranded by flooded rivers, landslides, and collapsed bridges. Three homes were buried by the landslides and one woman dead and several are missing. Seven people went missing when their home was swepted away by the flooded river.

Kageyama. Y. (September 4, 2011). Typhoon Talas kills at least 20 as it passes Japan. chron. com. Retrieved September 4, 2011, from http://www.chron.com/news/article/Typhoon-Talas-kills-at-least-20-as-it-passes-Japan-2154792.php

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High surf hits California during the holiday weekend. The surf is so strong that it capsized a boat that was smuggling 500 pounds of marijuana, which washed ashore. Waves are expected to reach 10 feet and a 10 foot wave is responsible for destroying a boardwalk and closing two beaches in Orange County. A body-boarder went missing on Wednesday when he got caught in a rip tide. The swells create holes where a person can be in waist deep water one minute and then the next they can't stand
up. The rough surf is coming from New Zealand where a they are having a severe storm. 

Jablon, J. (September 3, 2011). High surf pound Calif. beaches into holiday.
Retrieved September 3, 2011, from  Hig surf http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gNQtxNOhUf_zqRnLevqFXJ2PU9tg?docId=75f9dc5df9234315af5a820e55023195to 

UCLA  student goes to Libya and makes it to the front lines with the rebels. Chris Jeon is a senior at UCLA and wanted to unite with Libyan fighters. He can't speak a word of  Arabic and is using Italian and sign language to communicate. He bought a one way ticket to Cairo and traveled to Libya. His parents were not aware and found out through the news. He is expected to return to the states within a week.

MacBride and Lara J. (September 2,2011) UCLA student in front lines w/rebel fighters in Libya. ABC. Retrieved September 3, 2011, from http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/local/los_angeles&id=8339824


Another storm is threatening the East Coast. "Lee" is a new tropical storm that can raise havoc on the Gulf Coast.  Louisiana is being pounded with heavy rains and Lee is moving towards southern states. Flash flood warnings are from Alabama to Texas into Florida. Tornadoes are also a concern, which can occur within seconds. Lee has the potential to reach hurricane levels by the time it comes ashore. Many Labor Day festivities have been canceled in parts of the south, due to Lee's arrival.

Fox News. (September 3, 2011). Flash Flood, Tornado Warnings as Lee's Heavy Rains Hit Gulf Coast.
retrieved September 3, 2011, from  http://www.foxnews.com/weather/2011/09/03/heavy-rains-from-tropical-storm-lee-pelting-gulf-coast/

Inspirational Friday

A man rescues a 90-year-old woman out of the mouth of an alligator. An 8-foot gator grabbed Margaret Webb while she was walking in her flooded yard. The gator launched and grabbed her by the leg. Dewain Daniels a passerby came to the aid of Margaret and pulled her out of the water. The gator attempted 3x to come out of the water. Daniel shot the gator between the eyes and thst forced the gator to retreat back into the water.

Couwels, J. (September 1, 2011). Alligator tries thttp://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/01/florida.alligator.attack/index.html?npt=NP1o drag 90-drag-year-old woman into a Florida canal. CNN U.S. Retrieved September 2, 2011, from 

Two little girls steal a goat from a petting zoo in their pajamas in Minnesota. The two stepsisters ages 6 and 7  conspired to take the goat from a petting zoo they recently visited. In their pajamas and leash they took the goat and had it living in their closet. They would take it out for late night walks and a Mankato police officer stopped them. They told her that the "goat was living in their closet and that their dad didn't know about it, but their mom did." The police officer wasn't convinced about the story so she walked them home and that is when the parents said that "they had attended a birthday party at the petting zoo earlier that day and that is probably when the girls decided to take the goat."

The Spokesman-Review. (September 2, 2011). Pajama-clad Minn. girls walk stolen goat. Retrieved September 2, 2011, from http://www.spokesman.com/blogs/sirens/2011/sep/02/pajama-clad-minn-girls-walk-stolen-goat/


A man jumps into an uncontrollable jeep that was weaving in and out of lanes at fast speeds of 65 mph. The driver had a seizure and blacked out. Michael Perry parked his own car and ran after Christopher Sander's jeep that slowed down to speeds of 15 mph and he was able to jump into the jeep and steered it to safety.

Matrin. J. (August 31, 2011). Man dives into moving Jeep after driver blacks out. Yahoo! NEWS. Retrieved September 2, 2011, from  http://news.yahoo.com/man-dives-moving-jeep-driver-blacks-014648502.html

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A Colorado logger cuts off his toes when a six-ton trailer falls on him. Jon Hutt was working alone when the trailer fell on him. He was in severe pain and no one could hear his cries. He had a pocket knife and started to cut his toes off in order to free himself. He said "it hurt so bad that he would cut and then stop for a while." He freed himself and wrapped his foot with his shirt and drove for help. He drove 175 miles and was finally in cell phone range. A ambulance met him and took him to the hospital. The doctors were not able to reattach his toes, due to the toes being too mangled.  

Paulson, S. ( September 1, 2011). Jon Hutt, Colorado Logger, Cuts Off Toes With Pocketknife After Foot Is Pinned. Huff Post. Retrieved September 1, 2011, from   http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/31/logger-cuts-off-toes_n_943553.html


A 9-day-old baby is killed by a dog(s) attack in North Carolina. A baby is attacked by one or more dogs in her home. There were several dogs that lived in the home, which included a Pit Bull and Rottweiler. Five dogs were removed from the home after the attack. No charges were filed against the parents.

9 WAFB. (August 30, 2011). 9-day-old baby killed in dog attack, 5 dogs removed from home. Retrieved September 1, 2011, from http://www.wafb.com/story/15363492/baby-dies-in-dog-attack


President Obama will visit New Jersey this weekend to assess the damage from Hurricane Irene, which was downgraded to a tropical storm. More than 178,000 people in New Jersey are still without electricity and 10,000 people have been out of their homes since the evacuation warnings.

Los Angeles Times. (August 31, 2011). Obama to visit N.J. to view Irene damage; death toll at 45. Retrieved September 1, 2011, from http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/nationnow/2011/08/obama-to-visit-nj-to-view-irene-damage.html