The first lady of the United States has opened up the White House to the Food Network in an episode of “Iron Chef America” that will air in January. Michelle Obama will appear on the show and announce the “secret ingredient” to the chefs before the competition. The episode, which has already been filmed, will […]
It might be the most expensive pairs of Air Jordans ever worn. When Marcus Jordan took the floor Wednesday night for the University of Central Florida’s basketball team wearing Air Jordans, school sponsor adidas made it clear to the university that its deal with the school – a five-year contract set to expire next June […]
According to the Maple Leafs and Raptors, some players and staff have received the H1N1 vaccine, but both teams deny jumping the line for shots. Under considerable pressure to say whether their players have been vaccinated against the virus, the Leafs issued a statement saying they were only following medical protocol by having their players […]
Hines Ward is the dirtiest player in the NFL, according to a Sports Illustrated poll of 296 players released this week. The Steelers’ wide receiver, long considered the league’s best blocking wide receiver, received 11.6 percent of the vote. He was followed by Washington Football Team defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth (6.0), Dolphins linebacker Joey Porter […]
Marion County rolls out H1N1 vaccine plans for IPS Indianapolis – Marion County Health officials announced their most ambitious effort yet to get H1N1 vaccinations to school children. Also, mass immunization clinics reopen Wednesday and Hamilton County opens its first public clinic. Students in IPS and seven other Marion County school districts are bringing home […]
The 2009 Soul Train Awards are honoring two big acts from the 70s. Taping in Atlanta tonight for a later broadcast, the awards will celebrate the careers of Chaka Khan and The Gap Band’s Charlie Wilson. Khan’s career high points include 22 Grammy nominations and ten wins, along with enduring hits like “Through The Fire” […]
NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) — Despite millions of unemployed job seekers desperate for work, many open positions are languishing unfilled. The reason? Not enough candidates. With job openings largely concentrated in specialized industries like healthcare, green technology and energy, some employers say the problem is finding qualified workers, which are in short supply. Meanwhile, they are […]
LOS ANGELES – “Michael Jackson‘s This Is It” danced to the head of the box office, debuting with $23.2 million domestically in its first weekend. “This Is It,” featuring performances Jackson rehearsed for a marathon concert stand planned before his death in June, took in $103 million worldwide in its first five days. The top […]
Statement from Music World Entertainment/Columbia Records: The “I AM…” tour stop in Malaysia, originally scheduled for October 25, 2009 by Beyoncé, has been postponed indefinitely. The entertainer remains respectful of the people and cultures of all nations and holds the fans of Malaysia in highest regards. accoring to beyonceonline.com
Packers fans compare Brett Favre to Fredo, Judas, Benedict Arnold By Chris Chase Brett Favre(notes) was welcomed back to Green Bay today with open arms … which were then used to figuratively smack him upside the head. The Packers legend was roundly booed by fans in his first return to Lambeau Field since the acrimonious […]
The majority of pet owners would prefer to travel with their pets. According to a new AAA and Best Western survey, over 75-percent of those with animals would always bring their furry friend on vacations if that were an option. More than 50-percent say the biggest obstacle is finding pet-friendly lodging. However, more than a […]
Former vice president Dick Cheney told a special prosecutor in 2004 that he had no idea who leaked the identity of CIA agent Valerie Plame, according to newly released FBI documents. Cheney was questioned as part of an investigation on how journalists came to know the identity of Plame, the wife of former Ambassador Joseph […]