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Obama administration knew IRS was targeting conservative groups since June 2012

Clyde K. Valle — Sun, 19 May 2013 07:45:36 +0000

Obama administration knew since June 2012 about an investigation into complaints from conservative tea party groups that they were being harassed by IRS, and the probe was ongoing at the height of the presidential race, a Treasury inspector general revealed Friday. J. Russell George, the Treasury inspector general for tax administration, testified alongside ousted IRS [...]

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart split after cheating scandal

Lisa.Felice — Sun, 19 May 2013 06:59:41 +0000

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have split after almost four years together, People magazine is reporting. The couple – who reportedly broke up briefly in December after Kristen Stewart’s summer fling with married director Rupert Sanders was revealed – are believed to have now called time on their relationship. However, just like the last time, [...]

EU bans refillable bottles and dipping bowls of olive oil at restaurant tables

Kathryn R. Bown — Sun, 19 May 2013 06:33:00 +0000

Starting with 2014, the European Commission will ban the use of refillable bottles and dipping bowls of olive oil at restaurant tables. From 1 January 2014, restaurants may only serve olive oil in tamper-proof packaging, labeled to EU standards. The Commission, the EU’s executive branch, says the move will protect consumers and improve hygiene. But [...]

Eurovision 2013 winner is Denmark’s Emmelie de Forest with Only Teardrops

Sonia Pantiss — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:08:03 +0000

Denmark has won 2013 Eurovision Song Contest, held in the Swedish city of Malmo. Danish Emmelie de Forest had been the overwhelming favorite among the 26 entries, with her song Only Teardrops. There was disappointment for Ireland’s Ryan Dolan as he finished in last place with just 5 points. Emmelie de Forest won with 281 [...]

Zahra Shahid Hussain shot dead in Karachi

Roy M. Siemens — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:56:10 +0000

Senior Pakistani politician Zahra Shahid Hussain has been shot dead in the southern port city of Karachi. Zahra Shahid Hussain was the senior vice-president of Pakistan’s Movement for Justice party (PTI), led by former international cricketer Imran Khan. She was killed by gunmen on a motorcycle outside her home in the city’s upmarket Defence neighborhood. [...]

Phil Robertson, Miss Kay and Uncle Si do commercials for Clayton Homes

James J. Williams — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:40:44 +0000

Duck Commander Phil Robertson and his wife Miss Kay, the stars of Duck Dynasty, sliced some sweet potato pie and filled their audience in about Clayton Homes. “What do I know about Clayton Homes?” Phil Robertson asked. “I know they’re built right here in America.” “And they know the difference between a house and a [...]

Manotox: Nip+Fab man only anti-ageing product claims to reduce wrinkles and fine lines without surgery

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:53:10 +0000

Men’s grooming is one of the fastest growing sectors in the beauty business with men now spending an estimated $10 billion on grooming products and beauty treatments every year. And now they have their own anti-ageing arsenal on the high street thanks to popular brands like Dermalogica, Yves Saint Laurent, Nip+Fab and L’Oreal developing men-only [...]

Eurovision winners over the years. Where are they now?

Sonia Pantiss — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:14:15 +0000

The Eurovision Song Contest has been running since 1956 and in that time, acts from around Europe have been singing their hearts out in the hope of winning the trophy. There have been 57 Eurovision winners to date but what has become of those acts that hit the dizzy heights of Euro fame? Some have [...]

Mood lipstick: Green lipstick containing Red 27 reacts to your body chemistry to become perfect pink hue

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:15:11 +0000

A green lipstick that appears clear when applied changes “magically” into different shades of pink, according to the wearer’s body chemistry. The green lipstick – variations of which are sold by Dior, Smashbox and Mood Magic – reportedly contains a dye called Red 27, which reacts to the pH balance and temperature of the wearer’s [...]

KORA Organics: Miranda Kerr unveils skincare line featuring Noni fruit

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:01:48 +0000

Miranda Kerr is allowing mere mortals to try and emulate her impeccable look by unveiling KORA Organics, an organic beauty range that she created using her closely guarded skincare secrets. The former Victoria’s Secret angel is selling her organic skincare line on net-a-porter.com. Speaking about her beauty brainchild, Miranda Kerr said: “KORA Organics is a [...]

Eurovision 2013: 26 countries competing in Malmö Grand Final

Sonia Pantiss — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:31:10 +0000

2013 Eurovision Song Contest is under way in the Swedish city of Malmö as 26 countries compete in front of millions of TV viewers. Denmark’s Emmelie de Forest is the favorite to win with Only Teardrops. Veteran singer Bonnie Tyler, best known for her 1983 hit Total Eclipse of the Heart, performed the UK entry [...]

Rome: Thousands rally to oppose Italy’s austerity measures

Diane A. Wade — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:11:07 +0000

Thousands of protesters, led by trade unionists, have rallied in Rome against the policies of Italy’s new coalition government. Wielding red flags and placards, they urged the centre-left prime minister, Enrico Letta, to scrap austerity measures and focus on job creation. Public trust in his fragile coalition with the centre-right is dropping, opinion polls suggest. [...]

Michelle Obama debuts her new longer hairdo

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:52:02 +0000

Michelle Obama debuted her new longer hairdo on Friday during her commencement address at Bowie State University. The First Lady, who admitted last month that her bangs were “getting a little irritating”, seems to have finally had enough of her five-month old haircut. Her bangs, which she cut for her 49th birthday in January because [...]

Ariel Castro’s three dogs found in better health than his victims

Nancy Clayson — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:12:04 +0000

Two dogs found by police at Ariel Castro’s home and another one in his car could have served as pets for his three captives and were apparently in better condition than the women he imprisoned. A Chihuahua was found in the car with Ariel Castro the night he was arrested for allegedly holding three women [...]

Real Housewives of Miami: Adriana de Moura marries Frederic Marq wearing a grey wedding dress

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:38:14 +0000

Adriana De Moura was rumored to have already wed her fiancé Frederic Marq five years ago, but The Real Housewives of Miami’s star walked down the aisle with the interior designer at Coral Gables Congregational Church in Miami Friday. Around 50 of the Brazilian bombshell’s closest family and friends watched her marry the older Frenchman, [...]

Beyoncé posts defensive note amid pregnancy rumors

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:20:35 +0000

Beyoncé was obviously frustrated with the pregnancy rumors as she posted a sharply worded note to Instagram appearing to address the gossip head-on. The defensive marginalia was peppered with criticism and was obviously uploaded with a tinge of bitterness for having her personal life under such close scrutiny. Beyoncé, 31, seemed on the verge of [...]

US Airways flight makes belly landing at Newark Airport

Nancy Clayson — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:03:33 +0000

A US Airways flight operated by Piedmont Airlines with 34 people aboard made a belly landing at Newark International Airport last night after its landing gear failed to lower. Terrified passengers managed to escape the plane unharmed after the plane’s pilot – named by witnesses as Edward Powers – performed a heroic emergency landing. Video [...]

Rihanna sues Topshop for $5 million over using pictures of her on T-shirts without her permission

Lisa.Felice — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:43:03 +0000

Rihanna says she will sue Topshop after claiming they sold T-shirts with her face on it without asking permission. Rihanna’s team is said to have told the British high street clothing chain run by billionaire Sir Philip Green to stop selling them, and is reported to be asking for $5 million in compensation at the [...]

Raha Moharrak: First Saudi woman and youngest Arab reaching Everest summit

James J. Williams — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:24:27 +0000

Raha Moharrak is the first Saudi woman who has made history by reaching the summit of the world’s highest mountain. Raha Moharrak, 25, not only became the first Saudi woman to attempt the climb but also the youngest Arab to make it to the top of Everest. She is part of a four-person expedition that also includes [...]

DSM-5: Controversial updates to mental health manual to be published

Kathryn R. Bown — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:55:48 +0000

DSM-5, an update to one of the most important manuals in mental health – known as the bible of psychiatry – is to be published later. Controversy and criticism has surrounded work on the fifth version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Some say the rulebook will turn normal behavior, like [...]

North Korea fires short-range missiles from its east coast

Roy M. Siemens — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:41:04 +0000

North Korea has launched three short-range missiles from its east coast, South Korea’s defence ministry said. Two missiles were fired on Saturday morning and one in the afternoon, the South Korean ministry said in a statement. Officials at the ministry said they were “monitoring the situation and remain on alert”. The launches come at a [...]

Recipe: Super slimming mushroom inspired meal

Kathryn R. Bown — Sat, 18 May 2013 08:54:05 +0000

Mushroom-rich diet followed by Katy Perry, Kelly Osbourne and Roxanne Pallett can help women lose weight without shrinking their bust. The mushroom plan is being touted as the latest weapon for savvy celeb dieters who want to shed pounds quickly but still keep some of their curves. Mushroom and Spinach Omelette: - cooking spray/oil - [...]

Mushroom diet: M-Plan promises to help women lose weight still keeping their curves

Kathryn R. Bown — Sat, 18 May 2013 08:42:56 +0000

The mushroom plan is being touted as the latest weapon for savvy celeb dieters who want to shed pounds quickly but still keep some of their curves. Dubbed the “M-Plan”, the new diet based on mushrooms promises to help women lose weight from their tums, bums, thighs and upper arms, but still keep their bust [...]

Photo: George Michael airlifted to hospital following car crash on M1 motorway

Sonia Pantiss — Sat, 18 May 2013 08:26:46 +0000

George Michael was involved in a crash in his Range Rover during rush hour on the M1 motorway near St Albans, Hertfordshire, UK, on Thursday. George Michael, 49, was recovering last night after being airlifted to hospital with a head injury following the accident. An ambulance crew was so concerned at the singer’s condition that [...]

US criticizes Russia for sending missiles to Syrian government

Roy M. Siemens — Sat, 18 May 2013 07:39:50 +0000

The US has criticized Russia for what it calls an “unfortunate decision” to deliver missiles to the Syrian government. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey said the shipment “will embolden the regime and prolong the suffering” that has killed 80,000. The sophisticated anti-ship missiles could be used to counter any future foreign [...]