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Sandra Fluke Could Be Anyone’s Daughter, Sister, Friend, Wife, Lover: She Could Be You

• March 5, 2012 • 1 Comment

Posted in American History, American Politics, Class, Cultural History, Education, Facebook, Health, Journalism and Ethics, Mental Health/Psychology, National Issues, Pregnancy/Pre-Natal Issues, Public Intellectualism, Reproductive Rights, Sandra Fluke, Sexual Harassment, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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Three Little Sistas Called Watoto From The Nile Put Lil’ Wayne on Blast

• March 14, 2011 • Comments Off

Posted in African American History, Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Cultural History, Education, Love, Mental Health/Psychology, Music, Music Videos, People of Color, Public Intellectualism, Sexuality, Womanism, Women
Tags: African Americans, Black Girls, Black Woman Hating, Black Women, Blacks, Children, Children's Records, Children's Songs, Disrespect, Drugs, Erykah Badu, Gender, Gender Roles, Generations, Growing Up, Hip Hop Culture, Hip Hop Music, iTunes, Jay Z, Kids' Records, LilWayne, Love, Marriage, Misogyny, Nile, Self-Respect, Self-Worth, Steve Harvey, The Eighties, The Seventies, United States, YouTube

John Mayer is an Idiot, with an Update

• February 11, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Class, Gossip, Haiti, Music, Natural Disasters, New Orleans, People of Color, Race, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), The Rest of the World, Women
Tags: "The Quiet Man", "US Weekly", "Your Body is a Wonderland", A-Hole, Ancestral Lands, B.B. King, Benefit, Benetton, Bush, Common Sense, Crack, David Duke, Elvis Costello, Enoch Powell, Eric Clapton, George Clooney, Hater, Hood Pass, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jessica Simpson, John Mayer, John Wayne, Kanye West, Marijuana, Media Whore, Misogyny, Moron, New Orleans, Oliviero Toscani, Patagonia, PC, Phoniness, Phony, Playboy, Porn, President Bush, President George W. Bush, Racism, Reactionary, Sexism, Taylor Swift, The "Playboy" Interview, The Mapuche, The N Word, The United Colors of Benetton, White Supremacy, Whore

Cracker Barrel Racist’s Cousin Says West was ‘Provoked’

• September 19, 2009 • 6 Comments

Posted in American Politics, Black People, Class, Crime, Hate Crimes, Race, Sexuality, Television, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
Tags: African Americans, Atlanta, CNN, Constables on Patrol, Cracker Barrel, Cracker Barrel Restaurants, Georgia, Homophobia, Homophobic, Jesus' General, Misogynist, Misogyny, Morrow GA, Morrow Police Department, Pam's House Blend, Poulan GA, Racist, Rick Sanchez, Tasha Hill, Tashawnea Hill, Troy Dale West, West's Cousin

What the Media Didn’t Tell You About Gym Murderer Sodini

• August 7, 2009 • Comments Off

Posted in American Politics, Black People, Class, Crime, Hate Crimes, Joblessness, Journalism and Ethics, Murder/Manslaughter, People of Color, Public Intellectualism, Race, The Economy, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Wisconsin, Women
Tags: African Americans, Birthers, Blacks, Communists, Feminists, Gays, George Sodini, Green Bay WI, Gypsies, Jack & Jill Politics, Jews, L.A. Fitness, Mass Shootings, Misogyny, Murder, Nihilism, Nihilists, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh PA, Racism, Seung-Hui Cho, Slavs, Teabagging, TGSCOM Inc., Virginia Tech, Wisconsin

Rihanna Set to Give Testimony Tomorrow in Hearing to Determine Whether Chris Brown Stands Trial

• June 21, 2009 • 2 Comments

Posted in Celebrities/Royals, Love, Public Intellectualism, Women
Tags: "People Magazine", "The Independent", Abuse, African American, Blacks, Blaming the Victim, Breezy, Chris Brown, Common Sense, Domestic Violence, Drama, Growing Up, Mark Geragos, Misogyny, Plea Deal, Rihanna, Rihanna Fenty, Self Image, Sex, Superior Court Judge Patricia Schnegg, Testimony

Chris Brown Pleads Not Guilty

• April 7, 2009 • Comments Off

Posted in Black People, Celebrities/Royals, Gossip
Tags: African American, Chris Brown, Common Sense, Dance Party, Domestic Violence, Drama, Growing Up, Kid and Play, Misogyny, Not Guilty Plea, Rihanna, Self Image, Sex

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Scott Walker: 'If I can take on 100,000 protesters, I can do the same across the world' February 26, 2015
Speaking in Washington Thursday, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker once again pointed to his experience battling unions as an indication of how tough he would be when dealing with terrorists.
In Case You Missed It: The unions strike back? February 26, 2015
Our daily afternoon roundup of the best stuff on captimes.com and beyond.
Stone Fence to move into old Absolutely Art location February 26, 2015
The decades-old gift and decor shop will move from Hilldale Shopping Center to the east side next month.
Wisconsin Assembly prepares to take up right-to-work bill February 26, 2015
As right-to-work opponents prepare for Wisconsin's fast-tracked bill to move to the Assembly next week, Republicans have launched a petition drive for supporters.
Sen. Jon Erpenbach: Don't mess with Local Government Property Insurance Fund February 26, 2015
Scott Walker's budget eliminates the Local Government Property Insurance Fund. There's no good reason to do that, and taxpayers would have to foot the bill for higher insurance costs.
Clean energy businesses in Wisconsin press on despite roadblocks February 26, 2015
New report shows over 500 state companies working in the solar and wind energy arena.
Indiana and Michigan, a tale of two new right to work states February 26, 2015
While a good economy ushered in more Indiana union members, Michigan's union membership is down.
Mary Kay Baum: March 1 event benefits people with dementia and their loved ones February 26, 2015
Dear Editor: The movie "Still Alice" does not show community members engaging positively with Alice. We only see Alice and her family struggling alone. Viewers could easily fear that Alzheimer…

The Chicago Tribune

6 women accuse hot yoga founder of sex assaults, groping February 27, 2015
Six women are accusing the founder of a popular hot yoga method of sexual assault.
Jonathon Brandmeier is joining WLS-AM 890 February 27, 2015
Jonathon Brandmeier is joining WLS-AM 890 in March, taking over the 9 to 11 a.m. slot, the Cumulus Media-owned station announced Thursday.
Bulls upbeat on prospect of Derrick Rose return after surgery Friday February 27, 2015
Derrick Rose will undergo a meniscectomy on the medial meniscus tear in his right knee Friday morning, the Bulls announced Thursday.
In prison for girl's sex assault, man convicted of seeking hit onprosecutor February 27, 2015
A man already serving 25 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl was convicted Thursday of trying to hire someone to kill one of the prosecutors in charge of his case, according to prosecutors and court records.
2 loose llamas lassoed after running amok in Arizona February 27, 2015
Two quick-footed llamas dashed in and out of traffic in a Phoenix-area retirement enclave before they were captured by authorities Thursday, causing a stir in the streets and on social media.
D.C. legalizes pot in capital despite threats from Congress February 27, 2015
The new mayor of the nation's capital was hoping to get along fine with Republicans on Capitol Hill.
Regulators approve tougher rules for Internet providers in landmark net neutrality vote February 27, 2015
Internet activists declared victory over the nation's big cable companies Thursday, after the Federal Communications Commission voted to impose the toughest rules yet on broadband service to prevent companies like Comcast, Verizon and AT&T from creating paid fast lanes and slowing or...
'Jihadi John' identified as London-raised college grad February 27, 2015
The world knows him as "Jihadi John," the masked, knife-wielding militant in videos showing Western hostages being beheaded by the Islamic State group. On Thursday he was identified as a London-raised university graduate known to British intelligence for more than five years.

The New York Times

Rivals Christie and Walker Find Fortunes Reversed as CPAC Opens February 27, 2015
On the first day of the conference, the contrasting standings of Scott Walker and Chris Christie in the early stages of the 2016 campaign reveal how quickly perceptions of the race can change.
Move to Ban a Bullet Adds to Its Appeal February 27, 2015
The Obama administration has proposed banning the manufacture and sale of a popular bullet used in AR-15 semiautomatic rifles, a move that has enraged gun rights advocates.
American H.I.V. Battle in Africa Said to Falter February 27, 2015
The government’s $1.3 billion program to stop HIV infection in Africa is not cost effective, a new study by a Stanford student shows.
House and Senate Prepare Measures to Keep Homeland Security Funded February 27, 2015
The House is likely to counter a Senate bill with one that would extend the standoff into the next month.
Obama Promotes Benefits of Trade Deals to Workers and Smaller Businesses February 27, 2015
Facing a battle to persuade Congress to grant him new authority, the president tried to ease concerns that such agreements would help corporations at the expense of others.
National Briefing | Northwest: Washington: Autopsy Contradicts Officials’ Account of Pasco Shooting February 27, 2015
The autopsy of an unarmed Mexican man killed by the police showed he was shot up to seven times, including twice from behind, a lawyer for the man’s family said Thursday.
National Briefing | Rockies: Utah: Governor Spars Over Medicare Expansion February 27, 2015
Gov. Gary Herbert criticized the Utah House on Thursday for deciding not to consider his plan for expanding Medicaid.
Amazon Hires Jay Carney, Former Obama Press Secretary February 27, 2015
Amazon has hired Mr. Carney as senior vice president for global corporate affairs. The move is unusual, as Amazon is known for grooming employees from within.

The San Jose Mercury News

Llama drama: Runaway llamas lassoed after running amok near Phoenix February 27, 2015
Two quick-footed llamas dashed in and out of traffic in a Phoenix-area retirement enclave before they were captured by authorities Thursday, causing a stir in the streets and on social media.
Buttocks injection maven 'Black Madam' testifies about college student's death February 26, 2015
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- A Gothic hip-hop artist who called herself "the Michelangelo of buttocks injections" testified at her murder trial Thursday that she got into "body sculpting" 20 years ago to help transgender friends and has since performed thousands of procedures.
Missouri gubernatorial candidate apparently killed himself after scheduling interviews February 26, 2015
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Missouri Auditor Tom Schweich, who had recently launched a Republican campaign for governor, fatally shot himself Thursday in what police described as an "apparent suicide" at his home in suburban St.
Daughters of Charity Health System sues union that opposed sale to Prime Healthcare February 26, 2015
As a controversial Southern California hospital chain weighs state-imposed conditions on its proposed $843 million purchase of the Daughters of Charity Health System, Daughters is suing a handful of entities it says have interfered with the deal since last year.
GMO labels? There should be an app for that, Ag chief says February 26, 2015
In the ever-complicated debate over labeling of genetically modified foods, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says he has an idea: use your smartphone.
Gilead dodges billions in taxes as money rolls in from hepatitis C drugs February 26, 2015
Gilead Sciences, whose $1,000-a-pill hepatitis C treatment is one of the world's most expensive drugs, is avoiding billions of dollars in U.S. taxes by booking profits overseas.
Nissan executive known as 'father of the Z' dies at 105 February 26, 2015
TOKYO -- Yutaka Katayama, a former president of Nissan Motor Co.'s U.S. unit who built the Z sports car into a powerful global brand in the 1970s, has died, his son said Saturday.
WhatsApp service must be halted in Brazil, judge rules February 26, 2015
A judge says he has ordered the suspension of the globally popular instant messaging system WhatsApp across Brazil because it has allegedly failed to help in an investigation.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune

Bobby Jindal takes aim at David Vitter in National Journal article February 26, 2015
Gov. Bobby Jindal had some not-so-nice things to say about U.S. David Vitter in a recent National Journal article about the two Louisiana politicians' well-documented rivalry. "If you turn (your recorder) off, I'll tell you what I really think about him," Jindal told a...
3 lawyers banned from handling BP oil spill damage claims February 27, 2015
A federal judge has barred three lawyers -- including one who worked inside a court-supervised facility -- from handling damage claims over BP's 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill because they allegedly set up a system of payments to help...
Department of Health and Hospitals Secretary Kathy Kliebert's brother-in-law facing ethics charges February 27, 2015
State health secretary Kathy Kliebert's brother-in-law is facing ethics charges for failure to disclose his employment by state Medicaid contractor, Magellan Health Services Inc.
Man shot in back in Central City: NOPD February 27, 2015
New Orleans police are investigating a shooting that occurred around 6 p.m. in the 3000 block of First Street. Officer Frank Robertson said a 41-year-old man was shot in the back. The man arrived at a local hospital by personal car, he said....
Gentilly gas station arson-for-hire case nets 12-year sentence February 27, 2015
A man charged with paying others to set fire to a Gentilly gas station two times in the same month was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison Thursday (Feb. 26), U.S. Attorney Kenneth Polite Jr. announced. Larry Moses, 33, pled guilty...
House GOP to push short-term DHS funding to prevent partial shutdown February 27, 2015
Sounding retreat, House Republicans agreed Thursday to push short-term funding to prevent a partial shutdown at the Homeland Security Department while leaving in place Obama administration immigration policies they have vowed to repeal.
Turn the Page February 27, 2015
The New Orleans Public Library and the New Orleans Public Library Foundation celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Turn the Page campaign with an event at the Main Library on Thursday, February 26, 2016. Irvin Mayfield, Grammy award-winning musician and Chairman Emeritus of the New Orleans Public Library spoke of the importance of the New Orleans Public […]
Bobby Jindal: 'We must repeal every single word of Obamacare' February 27, 2015
OXON HILL, Md. -- At the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), potential Republican presidential candidates competed to stand out with the most compelling criticism of President Barack Obama. Gov. Bobby Jindal marquee word was "repeal." "We must repeal every single...

The Guardian, UK

UK man behind Isis beheadings identified as Mohammed Emwazi February 26, 2015
Emwazi, a 26-year-old west Londoner and university graduate, was given the moniker ‘Jihadi John’ by a group of his hostagesA British man has been identified as the knife-wielding militant who appears in Islamic State videos claiming responsibility for the beheadings of US, British and other hostages.The Guardian has confirmed that Mohammed Emwazi, a 26-year- […]
American atheist blogger hacked to death in Bangladesh February 27, 2015
Avijit Roy, whose Mukto-Mona (Free-mind) blog championed liberal secular writing in the Muslim-majority nation, attacked along with his wife in DhakaA prominent American blogger of Bangladeshi origin was hacked to death with machetes by unidentified assailants in Dhaka, police said, with the atheist writer’s family claiming he had received numerous threats f […]
Lüderitz v !Nami≠nüs: dispute over town's name divides Namibia February 26, 2015
The government’s attempt to strip a coastal town of its colonial name has stirred up tensions in the former German territoryAsking for directions is set to become a linguistic assault course for foreign tourists in Namibia.The government wants to change the name of Lüderitz, a harbour town, to something that would test the mettle of any GPS: !Nami≠nüs. Conti […]
Nigerian election: Muhammadu Buhari pledges to defeat Boko Haram February 26, 2015
Leading challenger to Goodluck Jonathan claims president spent money on politics leaving military under-resourcedThe leading challenger for the Nigerian presidency, Muhammadu Buhari, has vowed to defeat Boko Haram insurgents in the north of the country by providing government forces with better equipment, more training and more accurate intelligence. Buhari, […]
Leading Swiss art broker arrested over alleged price-fixing scam February 26, 2015
Yves Bouvier arrested in Monaco over overpricing of artworks with Russian tycoon Dmitry Rybolovlev among alleged victims of fraud A high-profile Swiss businessman and art broker has been arrested in Monaco over alleged manipulation of prices on the art market, in an investigation that could spread across several countries and shed light on the secretive worl […]
Madonna attacks intolerance and says Europe ‘feels like Nazi Germany’ February 26, 2015
Singer says antisemitism at an all-time high and laments France’s lost tradition of welcoming diversityMadonna has lashed out at intolerance in Europe, saying it is now so high in France and across the continent that “it feels like Nazi Germany”.Speaking to French radio station Europe 1 in an interview to be aired on Friday morning, Madonna said “antisemitis […]
Brazil judge targets WhatsApp with suspension order February 27, 2015
Messaging system still operating while lawyers appeal nationwide order arising from ‘sexually graphic’ photos of children being sharedA judge says he has ordered the suspension of the globally popular instant messaging system WhatsApp across Brazil because it has allegedly failed to help in an investigation.Judge Luiz de Moura Correia ordered the suspension […]
Net neutrality activists score landmark victory in fight to govern the internet February 26, 2015
FCC says ‘we listened and we learned’, and passes strict broadband rules that represent ‘a red-letter day for internet freedom’Internet activists scored a landmark victory on Thursday as the top US telecommunications regulator approved a plan to govern broadband internet like a public utility.Following one of the most intense – and bizarre – lobbying battles […]

The BBC

Widow wants 'Jihadi John' alive February 27, 2015
The widow of a UK aid worker killed by "Jihadi John", the masked IS militant identified as a man from London, tells the BBC she wants him caught alive.
Greek violence ahead of debt vote February 26, 2015
Greek police clash with rioters after the first protest against the left-wing government, ahead of a key German vote on extending the bailout.
Actress's $150,000 Oscar dress stolen February 26, 2015
A $150,000 custom-made Calvin Klein Collection by Francisco Costa dress, worn by actress Lupita Nyong'o at the Oscars, is stolen in Hollywood.
Cyber attacks top US threat list February 27, 2015
A US intelligence assessment of security threats faced by the country highlights cyber attacks from foreign governments and criminals.
Fawwaz guilty of US embassy attacks February 26, 2015
A former aide of Osama Bin Laden has been found guilty of plotting the al-Qaeda bombing of US embassies in east Africa in 1998, killing 224 people.
Ukraine 'starts weapons withdrawal' February 26, 2015
Ukraine's army is starting the withdrawal of heavy weapons from the front line in the east as part of a ceasefire, the defence ministry in Kiev says.
Argentine president case dismissed February 26, 2015
A federal judge in Argentina dismisses accusations that President Cristina Fernandez had covered up alleged Iranian involvement in 1994 a bomb attack.
Parents in march for Mexico students February 27, 2015
The parents of 43 Mexican students who went missing five months ago in the town of Iguala lead a march in Mexico City to demand justice.

The Independent, UK

Isis rise directly caused by Obama administration, says Sarah Palin February 27, 2015
The rise of Isis in Iraq, Syria and elsewhere was directly caused by the administration of Barack Obama, former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin said on Thursday.
Video shows Llama Drama in Arizona City February 26, 2015
For motorists in Arizona’s Sun City, it was no doubt an a-lama-ing sight.
Video shows Llamas on the run in Arizona's Sun City February 26, 2015
For motorists in Arizona’s Sun City, it was no doubt an a-lama-ing sight.
CPAC 2015: See how Twitter reacted when asked to submit questions for right-wing political conference February 26, 2015
If there is one thing the Republican party is known for outside of political ideology, it is that the party recently has not made an impact on younger voters.
Net neutrality: US regulators vote to stop internet service providers offering paid-for 'fast lanes' February 26, 2015
Government officials have voted to impose strict new regulations on internet service providers in a move they hope will protect so-called net neutrality.
Jury convicts Saudi Khalid al-Fawwaz over Africa embassy bombings February 26, 2015
Khalid al-Fawwaz, 52, faces up to life in prison after a jury convicted him on four conspiracy counts on their third day of deliberations.
CPAC 2015: 5 signs the pro-gun crowd is here to stay February 26, 2015
The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) kicked off on Thursday near Washington DC and an initial stroll through the exhibitions proved that the gun lobby is alive and well.
Judge ends 'cover-up' case against Argentina's President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner February 26, 2015
An Argentinian judge has dismissed the accusation made by state prosecutors that President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner conspired to cover up Iran’s alleged role in a deadly bombing in 1994.

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