HOLLYWOOD DIRT OVERFLOW (08-27-10)
MARIAH CAREY IS PROBABLY PREGNANT . . . SHE JUST WON'T ADMIT IT YET:
We've got more evidence today that MARIAH CAREY is pregnant. She issued the following statement yesterday . . . quote, "I appreciate everyone's well wishes. But I am very superstitious. --"When the time is right, everyone will know." (--I can't really imagine Mariah saying this if she WASN'T pregnant. Unless she's just messing with people.)
JOHN MAYER SAYS HE'S NOT DATING JENNIFER ANISTON AGAIN:
We heard a RUMOR earlier this week that JOHN MAYER and JENNIFER ANISTON were secretly dating again. --Then yesterday, the Huffington Post website posted a story that made it seem even more likely. --They said that during a show in Hollywood last Sunday, John told the audience, quote, "I believe in second chances! You might have been a pain in the ass the last time around, but you can still start over again from home base. --"Next time you get a text from the one you love just text back 'come over' . . . no matter what happened in the past. If you really love someone, just tell them and be with them." --Meanwhile, a so-called "witness" said that a woman who LOOKED like Jennifer was standing just off-stage, and John kept, quote, "looking, smiling, smirking and winking at her . . . --". . . especially during [the song] 'I Don't Trust Myself With Loving You'." --But MTV says that during a gig on Tuesday night in Irvine, California, John told the crowd, quote, "I'm completely single" . . . and then went on to describe for them his daily single-guy ritual of watching naughty videos on the Internet. --And yesterday, John wrote a blog BLASTING the Huffington Post . . . because they try to be a legit news website, so they should be above this sort of gossip-mongering. --He said, quote, "The reason I'm calling you out instead of all the other magazines that make stories up out of thin air is that 'In Touch' and 'Star Magazine' aren't concurrently writing pieces about Pat Tillman or WikiLeaks. --"Those other rags know who they are, and even if they're obnoxious, I'd rather have to live with them because they (and the rest of the world) know where they stand, which doesn't make them one tenth as dangerous as you are. --"You're a stripper wearing reading glasses. Or maybe you're an insolvent law student willing to dance for a few extra dollars. Either way, it's uncomfortable to watch you try to wrap yourself around a pole when you have that C-Span scar."
(--There's more to John's rant . . . and it's all pretty funny. You can read it here . . .)
(--WARNING!!! This web link contains a naughty word . . .)
http://jhnmyr.tumblr.com/post/1015667480/huffington-post-full-of-shit-yes
DID KEVIN JONAS REALLY SAY THAT SEX WASN'T WORTH THE WAIT???
When KEVIN JONAS got married back in December, a whole new SEXUAL WORLD opened up for him. Was it worth it? Maybe not. --Some British magazine called "Bliss" ran the following quote from Kevin . . . "Sex was not worth the wait. After we did it, I was kind of like, that's it?" -But we're hearing . . . and not from Kevin or anyone in his camp, mind you . . . that this is a BOGUS QUOTE. (--We'll let you know if we hear anything more.)
TIGER WOODS IS PROUD OF THE WAY HE "CONTROLLED HIS BALL" YESTERDAY:
On Monday, TIGER WOODS finalized his divorce from ELIN NORDEGREN. And on Wednesday, just one day before the start of The Barclays golf tournament in New Jersey, he pretty much bared his soul. --Well, all of this closure may have had a cleansing effect on his game . . . because Tiger played better yesterday than he has all year. --Tiger shot an amazing SEVEN birdies, and finished the first day of the tournament tied for first with Vaughn Taylor, at 65 strokes apiece. --It was ALMOST a perfect day for Tiger . . . until he made this very ill-advised comment . . . quote, "IT FEELS GOOD TO BE ABLE TO CONTROL MY BALL ALL DAY LIKE THIS." (--Oh, Tiger. Why would you open the door like that?) --By the way . . . someone asked Tiger if he thought he was playing better because his divorce was behind him. He answered, quote, "I can't really say that's the case."
LINDSAY LOHAN WAS ON THE ROAD AT 1:00 A.M. YESTERDAY MORNING . . . BUT SHE WASN'T GETTING INTO ANY TROUBLE:
LINDSAY LOHAN must have gotten her license back, because she was seen driving around in a Maserati yesterday morning at about 1:00 A.M. --But Lindsay wasn't up to no good. And she wasn't out clubbing. She just went to the Venice area to pick up a friend . . . and they went right back to Lindsay's house in Hollywood. -The paparazzi caught up to Lindsay and harassed her at a red light. (--You can check out some video here . . .) (--WARNING!!! There is unedited profanity in this clip . . .)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ezdNffL__Y
--Lindsay was so upset with those vultures that she made her return to Twitter to trash-talk them. --She said, quote, "Clearly . . . Paparazzi shouldn't be allowed to take pictures or video while someone's driving or at a stop light. 4every1's sake."
IS LINDSAY LOHAN CASHING IN ON THE PAPARAZZI'S INTEREST IN HER???
Yesterday, we saw a picture of LINDSAY LOHAN post-rehab . . . wearing a lot of expensive designer stuff. And we wondered if companies were PAYING her to be a walking billboard. --Several of the companies whose things she was wearing denied it. But Fox News says that Lindsay is indeed being paid to be a CORPORATE WHORE. And she's getting top dollar right now, because the paparazzi's interest in her is so huge. --A so-called "source" says, quote, "Over the next couple of weeks, she can be paid for carrying something in a photo. Each company is offering between $2,000 and $10,000 for a photo of her with their products. --"Other companies are sending her masses of things for free hoping she'll wear them. --"Lindsay's mom and her manager and lawyer are brokering deals left and right. It's a smart way for her to cash in and make up for lost income." (--By the way . . . in the previous story, we saw a video of the paparazzi harassing Lindsay at a red light. In order to avoid their cameras, she put her PURSE in front of her face.) (--Coincidence? Or was she PAID to shove that purse in front of the cameras? Just asking.)
DOES MADONNA HAVE TO BOOK TIME IN HER PLANNER FOR HER KIDS???
MADONNA has three kids . . . and not much time in her day. So how does she make time for them? She SCHEDULES it. That's according to Britain's not-always-reliable "Daily Mail". --A so-called "source" tells the tabloid, quote, "Madonna manages her diary in 15-minute increments. I'm told that she will have 'time with Lola' or 'time with David' marked into her schedule by one of her PAs. --"The children are said to have appointments made to see their mother, who will help with homework, or sing, or even make food with them . . . but only if it has been planned in advance."
WYCLEF JEAN HAS RELEASED A PROTEST SONG AGAINST THE HAITIAN OFFICIALS WHO WON'T LET HIM RUN FOR PRESIDENT:
It's a pretty good bet that WYCLEF JEAN'S bid to run for president of Haiti is OVER. The country's election commission denied his request for candidacy . . . and that's basically the highest authority on the matter in the entire country. --But Wyclef isn't walking away from the battlefield just yet. Yesterday, he released a PROTEST SONG called "Pou Kepa". It's in Creole, a language spoken by about 80% of the Haitian population. (--You can listen to it at the following link . . . but you won't understand it . . .)
http://www.billboard.com/news?tag=nav#/news/wyclef-releases-song-to-protest-haiti-election-1004111470.story
GARY BUSEY IS A HERO!!!
GARY BUSEY is our CELEBRITY HERO OF THE DAY!!! Earlier this week, Gary witnessed a two-car collision in Malibu . . . and he RACED INTO ACTION. --Gary helped slow down traffic around the accident, and he stayed with an injured 21-year-old man until paramedics arrived. The man's mother said Gary was, quote, "very sweet and caring."
LISA ROBIN KELLY FROM "THAT '70S SHOW" WAS BUSTED FOR DUI LAST WEEKEND:
LISA ROBIN KELLY . . . . who played Laurie Forman on "That '70s Show" . . . was busted for DUI in North Carolina last weekend. And that's basically all we know.
NEW MOVIES THIS WEEKEND
THE "AVATAR" SPECIAL EDITION IS GOING UP AGAINST A BANK HEIST, ROMAN CENTURIONS, AND DEMONIC POSSESSION:
#1.) "Takers" (PG-13)
--T.I. plays a bank robber whose $20 million heist is interrupted by Matt Dillon and his partner. T.I.'s crew is made up of Chris Brown, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Hayden Christensen and Michael Ealy. "Avatar" minx Zoe Saldana is also in it.
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAukh72fz9I
Official Site: http://www.whoarethetakers.com/
#2.) "The Last Exorcism" (PG-13)
--A horror flick about a disillusioned minister who's doing a documentary about how fake exorcisms are . . . until he encounters an actual demonic possession and has to attempt his first real exorcism to save a farmer's daughter, and himself.
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tak2rHa8P5I
Official Site: http://www.thelastexorcism.com/
#2.) "Avatar: Special Edition" (PG-13) (Digital 3D and IMAX 3D)
--It features about eight and a half minutes of new footage, including the alien "kink" scene between Neytiri and Jake that was cut from the original release. (--The tricked-out DVD and Blu-ray editions will be in stores this November . . . with even MORE extra footage. But you have to wait until next year for the home 3D version, because they're waiting for the technology to catch up.)
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRdxXPV9GNQ
Official Site: http://www.avatarmovie.com/
MOVIE TICKET PRICES HAVE JUMPED IN THE PAST YEAR MORE THAN THEY EVER HAVE BEFORE:
If you feel like you're being raped at the multiplex more than ever, you're not crazy . . . YOU ARE. From 2009 to 2010, movie ticket prices jumped more than they ever have from one year to the next. --The average ticket is up about 5% . . . or 40 cents . . . from last year. Attendance, meanwhile, is down by about 1%. --Thanks to the price increase, box office revenues are likely to break last year's record of $10.6 million. --Industry experts are already predicting CONSUMER REVOLT. They're already seeing signs of what some are calling "3D fatigue" . . . which is another way of saying people are tired of paying jacked-up prices for tickets to crappy 3D movies. --One analyst points out, for instance, that the "Cats and Dogs" sequel in 3D cost between $3 and $5 more than a quality 2D flick like "Inception". --That fatigue was probably a big reason why "Piranha 3D", despite mountains of hype and surprisingly good reviews, opened with a disappointing $10 million last weekend. --One industry analyst says, quote, "There's certainly not much room for the price increasing further."
JEREMY RENNER WILL CO-STAR IN "MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 4":
"Hurt Locker" star JEREMY RENNER will co-star with TOM CRUISE in "Mission: Impossible 4". --Sources say Paramount wanted to add a younger agent to the mix, so they can continue the franchise even if Tom drops out. (--Tom is expected to do a fifth installment.) (--Jeremy also recently snagged the role of Hawkeye in the "Avengers" movie.)
JIM CARREY'S GAY PRISON MOVIE FINALLY HAS A RELEASE DATE:
"I Love You Phillip Morris" . . . the movie in which JIM CARREY and EWAN MCGREGOR play prison inmates who FALL IN LOVE . . . finally has a U.S. release date. It's coming out December 3rd. (--The movie has been sitting on the shelf for over a year, thanks to some legal chaos. Which is too bad, because it looks pretty funny. Check out the trailer here . . .)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp8R3YH-Mgg
"AMERICAN IDOL" INSANITY
IN RESPONSE TO AN "X FACTOR" SCANDAL . . . "AMERICAN IDOL" PRODUCERS SAY THEY'VE NEVER USED AUTO-TUNE:
SIMON COWELL'S other singing competition "X Factor" . . . the British show that he's bringing to America NEXT fall . . . has been accused of using Auto-Tune to clean up contestants' performances. --"X Factor" admitted that they've used some sort audio correcting software, but have now decided to STOP using it. So everything from here on out will be completely live. For obvious reasons, this has created some dull, British controversy. --There won't be any controversy HERE though. "American Idol" producers have decided to DENY that they've done anything similar . . . BEFORE anyone accuses them of it. --"Idol" released a statement saying, quote, "We have never, nor would we ever, use Auto-Tuning during the 'American Idol' competition. 'American Idol' viewers can attest that contestants have been regularly scolded for 'pitchiness.'"
WILL BRISTOL PALIN BE ON "DANCING WITH THE STARS"?
The "Dancing with the Stars" cast will be officially announced during "Bachelor Pad" on Monday night . . . but in the meantime, there's a hot new rumor. --E! Online reports that 19-year-old BRISTOL PALIN . . . formerly America's Most Treasured Pregnant, Unmarried Teenager . . . will be one of this season's "stars." --E! says she'll join previously rumored celebrities DAVID HASSELHOFF . . . "Hills" star AUDRINA PATRIDGE . . . singer BRANDY . . . MICHAEL BOLTON, former NBA player RICK FOX and MIKE "THE SITUATION" from "Jersey Shore". --By the way, KIRSTIE ALLEY is NOT doing it. Yesterday, Kirstie posted a Twitter message saying, quote, "Lol . . . just a rumor . . . Imagine that. NOT doing 'DWTS' this season . . . way too chicken!! Maybe next season if I'm invited again!!!" --Meanwhile, "Access Hollywood" claims the cast will include: Former "Brady Bunch" mom Florence Henderson, "Dirty Dancing" actress Jennifer Grey and comedienne Margaret Cho. (--Actor RYAN O'NEAL and former NFL quarterback KURT WARNER have also been rumored . . . and as far as we know, they're still possibilities.) --Finally, NADYA SULEMAN . . . the so-called OCTOMOM . . . has apparently launched a last minute campaign to get on the show. --Her lawyer has announced, quote, "Nadya is in top physical shape. She has been working out for months. She has had a strong interest in dance, and 'Dancing with the Stars' is one of the few shows that she takes time to watch. She'd love to do it." (--Yeah, Nadya surely has AMPLE free time to spare. Hey, when you decide to have 14 kids as a single mother, you have to give up a few things . . . like the notion of financial security, and competing on "Dancing with the Stars".) --This season of "Dancing with the Stars" premieres on September 20th.
WILL FORTE IS LEAVING "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE":
WILL FORTE is leaving "Saturday Night Live" . . . to, quote, "pursue other opportunities." He was on "SNL" for EIGHT seasons, and played characters like the HILARIOUS ESPN color commentator Greg Stink, The Falconer and MacGruber. --For now, everyone is saying the two sides parted ways amicably, so as far as we know, there's nothing else to the story. (--We'll find out if "SNL" will replace Will next month when the lineup for the show's 36th season is revealed.)
MORE DETAILS ON THE "CAKE BOSS" ARREST:
There are now some more details on the arrest of "Cake Boss" star REMY GONZALEZ on charges of sexually assaulting a minor. (--FYI: Remy is 32 years old and married.) --We now know that the alleged victim was a girl between the ages of 13 and 16 . . . and that there were TWO separate incidents within the past year. Witnesses say Remy admitted that he was guilty when they confronted him about it.
DAVID LETTERMAN WILL MAKE HIS FIRST APPEARANCE ON "THE VIEW":
DAVID LETTERMAN will make his first appearance on "The View" on Tuesday, September 7th . . . the show's 14th season premiere. --That day will also feature the return of BARBARA WALTERS, who's been mostly absent since undergoing heart valve surgery back in May. (--Former Secretary of State COLIN POWELL and DANNY DEVITO are also scheduled to appear on "The View" that week.)
(--Oh and by the way, "The View" will RE-RUN the PRESIDENT OBAMA episode on that Monday, September 6th. So if you didn't have any Labor Day plans . . . now you do.) (???)
FRIDAY TV REMINDERS:
--"Pre-Season Football: Saints vs. Chargers" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. ET on CBS. (--The New Orleans Saints host the San Diego Chargers at the Superdome.)
--"The Gulf Is Back" . . . 8:00 to 9:00 P.M. on the CW. (--A concert for Gulf coast residents dealing with the BP oil spill. David Hasselhoff hosts and the performers include Lonestar, Ricky Skaggs, Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice, and Terri Clark.)
--"Whale Wars" [3rd Season Finale] . . . 9:00 to 11:00 P.M. on Animal Planet.
--"Beyond Survival with Les Stroud" [SERIES Premiere] . . . 10:00 to 11:00 P.M. on Discovery Channel. (--"Survivorman's" Les Stroud takes his survival expertise around the globe as he lives with remote indigenous tribes.)
SATURDAY TV REMINDERS:
--"Pre-Season Football: Texans vs. Cowboys" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. ET on CBS. (--The Houston Texans host the Dallas Cowboys at Reliant Stadium.)
--"Persons Unknown" [SERIES Finale] . . . 9:00 to 10:00 P.M. on NBC.
--"The Wish List" . . . 9:00 to 11:00 P.M. on the Hallmark Channel. (--Jennifer Esposito plays a woman who makes a list of all the criteria that her future husband must have . . . and then falls in love with a guy who has NONE of them.)
--"Saturday Night Live" . . . 11:30 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. on NBC. (--Taylor Swift guest hosts and is also the musical guest.) (REPEAT)
SUNDAY TV REMINDERS:
--"Biography" . . . 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. on A&E. (--Britney Spears and Amy Winehouse are profiled.)
--"Pre-Season Football: Broncos vs. Steelers" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. ET on Fox. (--The Denver Broncos host the Pittsburgh Steelers at Invesco Field.)
--"62nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. Eastern on NBC. (--George Clooney is honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award. Jimmy Fallon is this year's host.) (--Here are your nominees . . .)
http://www.emmys.com/nominations
--"Drop Dead Diva" [2nd Season Finale] . . . 9:00 to 11:00 P.M. on Lifetime.
--"Las Vegas Jailhouse" [2nd Season Finale] . . . 10:00 to 10:30 P.M. on TruTV.
--"Amazing Wedding Cakes" [3rd Season Premiere] . . . 10:00 to 11:00 P.M on WE.
--"Entourage" . . . 10:30 to 11:00 P.M. on HBO. (--Queen Latifah guest stars when Jeremy Piven's character runs into her and learns some surprising news.)
JIMMY PAGE HAS A $688 AUTOBIOGRAPHY HE'D LIKE TO SELL YOU:
LED ZEPPELIN guitarist JIMMY PAGE is putting out a "photographic autobiography" next month . . . and it sounds pretty sweet. And it better be, because the thing will run you $688. (???) (--And that doesn't include shipping.) --It'll feature over 650 pictures from Jimmy's career . . . on more than 500 pages . . . and Jimmy will personally autograph each book. The books will be, quote, "hand-bound in morocco leather and laser-cut Perspex." Whatever that means. --It'll be available . . . as a limited edition . . . on September 27th. They are only going to produce 2,500 copies of this thing. (--You can preview the book . . . or, if you're feelin' THAT kind of crazy, you can preorder it, at this address . . .) http://www.genesis-publications.com/jimmy-page-zoso-limited-edition-book/
HERE'S A VIDEO OF SCOTT WEILAND FALLING OFF A STAGE:
STONE TEMPLE PILOTS singer SCOTT WEILAND fell off the stage while performing in Cincinnati on Wednesday night . . . but he was OK. It took security almost a minute to help him up, but once he was back on stage he finished the song.
(--Here's the video . . .)
http://www.tmz.com/2010/08/26/scott-weiland-stone-temple-pilots-concert-fall-stage-trip-eats-it-video/
JASON MRAZ HAS SO MANY NEW SONGS THAT HE MAY RELEASE TWO ALBUMS:
If JASON MRAZ'S pattern of releasing a new album every three years holds, he'll put out a new album next year. But this time he's thinking about prepping TWO albums at the same time because he has so much new material. --He says, quote, "I've got two very different-sounding albums. If I cut the material in half, I've got something that's fresh for the summer, ready for people to dance to, and I've got something else that's a little different, a little more lush and tender." --There's no word on when the album or albums could be out. Jason merely says, quote, "My goal is to have everything wrapped up in early November and at the early part of 2011 hit the road and start visiting all the countries again."
T.I. WILL BE FEATURED ON VH1'S "STORYTELLERS":
T.I. taped an episode of VH1's "Storytellers" on Tuesday at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York. It'll air on December 10th. --As usual for this sort of thing, T.I. spent some time talking in-between songs. He talked about the difficulty he had dealing with his dad's death . . . and how much he enjoys being a father himself. (--T.I. has five kids already . . . and he's only 29 years old. He's slowing down a little though. He had three kids before he was 21.) --T.I. also discussed his past as a drug dealer . . . and his recent time behind bars. And there were also some less interesting topics, like what he hopes to accomplish in hip-hop . . . and how he hopes his acting career will flourish.
NAZZY’S RANDOM STUFF
HALF OF WOMEN WOULD RATHER GIVE UP SEX FOR THREE MONTHS THAN GAIN 10 POUNDS:
What's more important to you: Having sexual relations . . . or not getting chubby? If you answered "not getting chubby" . . . well, you're probably a woman. --According to a survey by Nutrisystem, 52% of American women say they would GLADLY give up sex for three months . . . if it meant not gaining ten pounds.
--25% of men . . . I'm guessing most of whom are married . . . agreed. No sex for three months is better than ten extra pounds.
--25% of both genders said they'd rather lose 10 to 20 pounds than get promoted at work.
--73% of both genders would give up TV, their cell phones, or their computers for three months if it meant losing weight.
--Now . . . here comes the rub. Even though so many people are clearly focused on losing weight, 46% of people said they refused to diet at all this summer, because it would've meant giving up too many of their favorite foods.
--51% of Americans have tried some kind of diet within the past two years. And 35% have dieted at least six times in their lives. (Marie Claire)
WOMEN ARE MORE LIKELY TO GET ADDICTED TO SHOPPING . . . BUT MEN END UP GETTING INTO MORE DEBT:
These results are from a British study, but we're pretty sure they apply over here too. --A website called uSwitch found that women are about 33% more likely than men to get addicted to shopping . . . but then men end up getting into more debt from shopping than women. --The average personal debt for men was $5,317. For women it was $5,205, or $112 less. --Women get 77% of their debt from buying clothes, shoes, accessories and grooming products. Men get 75% of their debt from the same things. --But men spend a lot more on technology, electronics and computers than women . . . an average of $600 versus an average of $289. --Men also somehow have more credit card debt from grooming products . . . $525 to $297. --About 4% of the people surveyed from both genders say that their spending actually has gone UP during this recession . . . because they're spending to, quote, "cheer themselves up." (The Guardian)
DO YOU THINK FAMILIES WITH SMALL CHILDREN SHOULD BE SEGREGATED ON A PLANE?
Look, I'm not a big fan of bringing back ANY form of segregation . . . but if it means I can fly on an airplane without having a little kid kick my chair the entire time, I'd be willing to at least entertain the thought of reviving it. --According to a new survey by Skyscanner.com, almost three out of five people say they think airlines should segregate off a section of their planes for FAMILIES ONLY. (--Maybe we should get them their own water fountains too . . .?) --One out of five people think little kids should be BANNED from some flights entirely. (ABC News)
DOCTORS REMOVE THE WORLD'S LARGEST TUMOR . . . A 51 POUNDER . . . FROM A WOMAN IN ARGENTINA:
This is INSANE. Doctors in Buenos Aires, Argentina, just removed the WORLD'S LARGEST TUMOR from a 54-year-old woman's womb. How large? Try FIFTY-ONE POUNDS. --The tumor was about the size of a large watermelon and had been growing inside of the woman for a year-and-a-half. It was malignant, so it had to be removed . . . and took the team about four hours to get it out. --The woman is currently recovering and is doing well. (Herald Sun)
THE BATTLE FOR THE BEST NEW FOOD AT THE TEXAS STATE FAIR INCLUDES FRIED BEER, FRIED CHOCOLATE, AND FRIED SALAD:
These days, every state fair features fried food that absolutely boggles the mind. Still . . . when I want to find the TRUE innovators of deep frying, I look to Texas. --The State Fair of Texas has announced the finalists for its annual Big Tex Choice Awards . . . which are given to the best tasting and most creative new foods from the fair each year. This year, all eight finalists are deep fried. Here they are . . .
--Deep fried S'mores Pop Tart. A S'mores Pop Tart covered in batter and fried.
--Deep fried frozen margarita. Funnel cake batter is mixed with a margarita, then deep fried and covered with a lemon/lime mixture. Served in a salt-rimmed glass.
--Fried club salad. A 12-inch spinach wrap with ham, chicken, lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, cheddar and bacon inside is deep fried. Then it's topped with fried sourdough croutons on a stick and served with dressing.
--Fried beer. A beer-filled pretzel pouch is deep fried.
--Fried chocolate. A white chocolate candy bar and cherry are stuffed in a brownie, dipped in chocolate cake batter and deep fried.
--Texas fried caviar. It's not real caviar. Black-eyed peas are deep fried and laced with special spices.
--Texas fried Frito pie. Chili and cheddar are encased in a giant corn chip. Then it's battered and fried.
--Fried lemonade. A pastry is made with Country Time lemonade, then fried.
--The winners of the award will be announced Labor Day weekend. (Pegasus News)
PRETTY SOON, WE'RE ALL GOING TO EAT THE 550 MILLION EGGS THAT WERE RECALLED . . . WE JUST WON'T KNOW IT:
If you somehow haven't heard, more than 550 MILLION eggs have been recalled because they were at a high risk of being tainted with salmonella. Today, we found out what's going to happen to all those eggs. You're going to end up eating them. --According to the FDA, the eggs are going to be pasteurized, which kills the salmonella. And then, they're going to be turned into liquid eggs and used by companies to make cookies, cakes, egg substitute, pet food and more. --So, yeah, we all WILL end up eating the recalled eggs . . . we just won't know it. (MSNBC)
A MAN SWIMS ACROSS MONTEREY BAY TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE FRAGILE STATE OF ITS SEA CREATURES . . . AND GETS MAULED BY JELLYFISH:
On Tuesday, 44-year-old Bruckner Chase of Santa Cruz, California, went on a 14-hour, 25-mile swim across Monterey Bay in California. His goal was to raise awareness of the FRAGILE state of the sea creatures in the bay. --Unfortunately for him, some of those sea creatures didn't get the memo that they were supposed to be fragile. --As Bruckner swam, he was absolutely MAULED by jellyfish. They stung him and left huge, painful welts everywhere that wasn't protected by his wetsuit: On his neck, his face, his feet, his hands . . . and even the inside of his mouth and on his TONGUE. --He says that with every stroke he took, he was basically trying to plow through a wall of jellyfish. And, quote, "had I not been in a wetsuit, I would not have been able to survive." (Grind TV)
THE MOST COMMON TYPE OF LEGISLATION THAT CONGRESS HAS PASSED SINCE 2008 IS . . . RENAMING POST OFFICES:
Ever wonder what Congress does on the days when it's not working on something major like health care or unemployment? Turns out . . . they're mainly renaming post offices. -In the last 18 months, PRESIDENT OBAMA has signed 237 pieces of legislation that were passed by Congress. 27% were to rename post offices and other government buildings. --That's the most of ANY category . . . more than bills focused on the economy, small business, foreign affairs, defense, health care, unemployment . . . ANYTHING. --If you add in commemorations and other bills that set up symbolic declarations, the number jumps up to 33% . . . that's one-third of all the bills passed by Congress. --This isn't just an Obama thing, by the way . . . 29% of all the bills signed by PRESIDENT BUSH were also ones that symbolically renamed buildings. (AOL News)
A TEENAGER MAKES UP AN ELABORATE SCHEME ABOUT DRUG DEALERS AND DEATH THREATS TO GET HIS GIRLFRIEND TO SLEEP WITH HIM:
If you're the parent of a teenage girl, never, ever, ever underestimate how hard the boys in her class are going to be working to try to get into bed with her. There's NO ONE more determined, manipulative and PURE EVIL than a hormonal teenage boy. --18-year-old Ryne Anderson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is in court this week, charged with sexual assault . . . for allegedly making up an INSANELY ELABORATE scheme to trick his girlfriend into having sex with him. --According to court documents, after a few months of dating, Ryne started sending texts and Facebook messages to his girlfriend telling her that, quote, "his life was in danger and that he needed help." --He somehow managed to convince her that drug dealers were after them and the only way they'd spare his life . . . her life . . . and her family's life was if she had sex with him. --Even though there's an 800-mile logic gap there, somehow, he managed to sell the story to her. So she had, quote, "sexual contact" with him two times. --Afterwards, she told her parents. Naturally, they saw right through the story and went to the police. --Ryne was charged with sexual assault, because, under North Dakota law, that includes making a victim, quote, "submit by force or by threat of imminent death, serious bodily injury or kidnapping." --He could get up to 15 years in prison for that charge and some other charges that have been added on as well. His lawyer is fighting it, saying that Ryne's story was SO unbelievable that the threats weren't credible. (Grand Forks Herald)
NAZZY’S SILLY VIDEOS OF THE DAY
#1.) A POLITICIAN PROPOSED TO HIS GIRLFRIEND DURING A DEBATE:
A guy named Chris Young is running for mayor of Providence, Rhode Island. And at the end of a debate on Tuesday, he pulled out a ring and proposed to his girlfriend.
(--Search for "Chris Young debate proposes video." He proposes at 2:53.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igTIQgCFbJ8
#2.) A TRACTOR-TRAILER CRASHED, THEN CRASHED AGAIN:
After a semi flipped over, a crew used a bulldozer to tip it back onto its wheels. But then the truck started rolling and CRASHED AGAIN.
(--Search for "totaled semi crashes twice." It starts rolling at :21, then crashes again at :36.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMXmeGGkn4k
#3.) A LOCAL WEATHER FORECASTER MADE A FOOL OUT OF HERSELF SINGING A 'WEATHER' VERSION OF "BARBIE GIRL":
There's a video online of a local weather forecaster singing her own version of "Barbie Girl" live on the air . . . only her version is called "Weather Girl" and it's a complete train wreck. (--Search for "Weather Girl Sings." She starts singing at :35.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZkDqOc-tl4
#4.) SOMEONE MADE FUN OF THE LADY WHO PUT THAT STRAY CAT IN A TRASHCAN . . . AND THIS TIME THE CAT GETS REVENGE:
A British lady who dumped a live stray cat in a trashcan made the rounds on the internet recently . . . so of course someone made a spoof. This time, the cat gets revenge. But the "cat" is a dude in a 'Sylvester the Cat' costume. (--Search for "Revenge Of The Cat Part II". Here's the spoof, and the original cat lady video, with a news report and an attempt to interview the lady.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYzNFvd_Io4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8UqTaGUpjw
#5.) BETTY WHITE STARS IN A NEW ONLINE VIDEO:
KRISTEN BELL, BETTY WHITE, and SIGOURNEY WEAVER did a fake interview for FunnyOrDie.com to promote their new movie, "You Again". -It starts out with Kristen going on and on about the movie. Then Betty White makes fun of her for being a bad actress and not knowing when to shut up. (--Search for "Betty White Kristen Bell FunnyOrDie.com.)
http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/b7aafedbd7/you-again-cast-fight
FIVE THINGS YOUR HOUSE-GUESTS WON'T TELL YOU:
If you're having house-guests this weekend, here's something to help you be as accommodating as possible. It's a list of five things they WON'T tell you . . .
#1.) "I'M HUNGRY." They won't want to dig through your refrigerator late at night. So make sure you have a lot of food and snacks that are easy to find, and show them where they are.
#2.) "I STUBBED MY TOE ON THE WAY BACK TO BED." If the light switch is on the other side of the room, make sure there's also a nightstand with a lamp. --That way, they can lie down THEN turn off the light, and they won't have to walk through an unfamiliar room in the dark.
#3.) "THERE ARE TOO MANY FLOWERS IN THE ROOM." A huge bouquet of flowers can be overpowering, especially when someone has allergies. So keep the arrangement small, or just skip it and leave a scented candle out.
#4.) "THERE AREN'T ENOUGH OUTLETS." These days, everyone travels with phones and laptops that need charging. So make sure your guests don't have to get down on all fours and look for a place to plug in. --Just get a power strip, and make sure it's somewhere close to the bed where they can see it.
#5.) "MY GLASS LEFT A RING ON THE NIGHTSTAND." Plan ahead and put a piece of furniture there that you don't really care about. Or just put a tablecloth on it. Just don't put your guest in a situation where they can ruin a family heirloom.
(House Beautiful Magazine)
FIVE SURPRISING WAYS TO GET IN THE MOOD:
Every now and then, couples get so overloaded with families, friends, and careers that they completely forget about sex. So if you've hit a dry spell recently, we've got five surprising ways to help get in the mood.
#1.) DO YOUR CHORES. Unlike men, women need to shut down the parts of their brain that deal with stress in order to relax when they're getting-it-on. So when you've got your to-do list under control, it's one less thing she has to stress over.
#2.) HIT THE GYM. If you've been feeling a little worn out lately, you'll actually feel MORE energetic after a workout session. Not to mention your brain will be loaded with endorphins to put you in the mood for sex.
#3.) WATCH HIM BE "DAD". Research shows that women are more interested in sex after seeing their guy spend time with kids. And it makes sense from an evolutionary standpoint: If she knows he's good with children, she'll want to reproduce with him.
#4.) MAKE A NO-TOUCHING RULE. When you're first getting busy, make a rule that neither of you will touch each other below the belt for 10 or 15 minutes. It'll force you to focus on touching and kissing, and SHOULD increase her arousal.
#5.) JUST TRY IT FOR 10 MINUTES. In the end, if you're just not in the mood, take 10 minutes and give sex a shot. More often than not, your body will catch up with you. (MSN)
SITE FOR SORE EYES:
www.thelincolnlog.org
The Abraham Lincoln Association has launched a new website called "The Lincoln Log." The searchable website offers short notes on what Lincoln was involved in on a particular day. For example, on August 24, 1860, the site says "Lincoln writes long autobiographical letter to his relative John Hanks of Macon County." The website offers a chronology for each day of Lincoln's life from 1809 to 1865.
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www.seussville.com
A website intended to make Dr. Seuss books interactive for children and their parents in new ways has gone live. Seussville.com, the Official Online Home of Dr. Seuss, showcases the books and characters of the beloved, late author, Theodor Seuss Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss. Classics like "The Cat in the Hat," "Green Eggs and Ham," "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" and all of Dr. Seuss's other books are featured on the site. Visitors will find games and information, including a comprehensive character guide, searchable book catalog, an authoritative author section featuring a new biography and galleries of Dr. Seuss’s early sketches and artwork, parent and teacher resources, a customizable avatar activity, and more.
LIFESTYLES:
Friday Night Is Food Night
According to a new Wakefield Research survey, 58% of Americans say they prefer to eat takeout with their own plates and silverware instead of using plastic utensils provided by a food joint. The survey also asked which night was the favorite for ordering takeout for dinner. Here’s what they found:
· 38% said Friday is their favorite night to order takeout for dinner.
· 21% said Saturday is the day they are most likely to order takeout.
· 12% said Wednesday.
· 10% said Sunday.
· 8% chose Tuesday as their favorite night to order takeout for dinner.
· Monday and Thursday tied at 7% for the best night to order takeout.
The Wakefield survey also found that most people who get takeout can’t resist grabbing some grub out of the bag on the way home. In fact, 61% admit they sneak food before they get it home. However, 38% said they never nibble on the nachos or other food on the way home.
Noodle Survey
A new survey by Olive Garden and Kelton Research found that while 74% of Americans who eat pasta prefer the traditional pasta sauces Alfredo or marinara, 22% of pasta eaters consider spaghetti their favorite pasta. Additional survey highlights include:
· 97% percent of Americans are pasta eaters.
· 74% of those who put sauce on their pasta would select either Alfredo or marinara if forced to eat one for the rest of their lives.
· When it comes to food, 35% of Americans associate Italian cuisine with generosity and abundance, more than any other type of cuisine.
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Have Teddy Bear, Will Travel
A new survey finds one-in-four men have a teddy bear or other stuffed animal tucked into their luggage. The Travelodge survey found 25% of men admit taking a teddy bear or other stuffed toy with them while traveling for business. Many say it reminds them of home and, for a few, helps fill a cuddle-void caused by leaving their significant other at home. The survey also found that 1-in-10 single men admit hiding their favorite stuffed creature when a girlfriend stays over, while 14% of married men hide their teddy bear when family and friends visit.
We've got more evidence today that MARIAH CAREY is pregnant. She issued the following statement yesterday . . . quote, "I appreciate everyone's well wishes. But I am very superstitious. --"When the time is right, everyone will know." (--I can't really imagine Mariah saying this if she WASN'T pregnant. Unless she's just messing with people.)
JOHN MAYER SAYS HE'S NOT DATING JENNIFER ANISTON AGAIN:
We heard a RUMOR earlier this week that JOHN MAYER and JENNIFER ANISTON were secretly dating again. --Then yesterday, the Huffington Post website posted a story that made it seem even more likely. --They said that during a show in Hollywood last Sunday, John told the audience, quote, "I believe in second chances! You might have been a pain in the ass the last time around, but you can still start over again from home base. --"Next time you get a text from the one you love just text back 'come over' . . . no matter what happened in the past. If you really love someone, just tell them and be with them." --Meanwhile, a so-called "witness" said that a woman who LOOKED like Jennifer was standing just off-stage, and John kept, quote, "looking, smiling, smirking and winking at her . . . --". . . especially during [the song] 'I Don't Trust Myself With Loving You'." --But MTV says that during a gig on Tuesday night in Irvine, California, John told the crowd, quote, "I'm completely single" . . . and then went on to describe for them his daily single-guy ritual of watching naughty videos on the Internet. --And yesterday, John wrote a blog BLASTING the Huffington Post . . . because they try to be a legit news website, so they should be above this sort of gossip-mongering. --He said, quote, "The reason I'm calling you out instead of all the other magazines that make stories up out of thin air is that 'In Touch' and 'Star Magazine' aren't concurrently writing pieces about Pat Tillman or WikiLeaks. --"Those other rags know who they are, and even if they're obnoxious, I'd rather have to live with them because they (and the rest of the world) know where they stand, which doesn't make them one tenth as dangerous as you are. --"You're a stripper wearing reading glasses. Or maybe you're an insolvent law student willing to dance for a few extra dollars. Either way, it's uncomfortable to watch you try to wrap yourself around a pole when you have that C-Span scar."
(--There's more to John's rant . . . and it's all pretty funny. You can read it here . . .)
(--WARNING!!! This web link contains a naughty word . . .)
http://jhnmyr.tumblr.com/post/1015667480/huffington-post-full-of-shit-yes
DID KEVIN JONAS REALLY SAY THAT SEX WASN'T WORTH THE WAIT???
When KEVIN JONAS got married back in December, a whole new SEXUAL WORLD opened up for him. Was it worth it? Maybe not. --Some British magazine called "Bliss" ran the following quote from Kevin . . . "Sex was not worth the wait. After we did it, I was kind of like, that's it?" -But we're hearing . . . and not from Kevin or anyone in his camp, mind you . . . that this is a BOGUS QUOTE. (--We'll let you know if we hear anything more.)
TIGER WOODS IS PROUD OF THE WAY HE "CONTROLLED HIS BALL" YESTERDAY:
On Monday, TIGER WOODS finalized his divorce from ELIN NORDEGREN. And on Wednesday, just one day before the start of The Barclays golf tournament in New Jersey, he pretty much bared his soul. --Well, all of this closure may have had a cleansing effect on his game . . . because Tiger played better yesterday than he has all year. --Tiger shot an amazing SEVEN birdies, and finished the first day of the tournament tied for first with Vaughn Taylor, at 65 strokes apiece. --It was ALMOST a perfect day for Tiger . . . until he made this very ill-advised comment . . . quote, "IT FEELS GOOD TO BE ABLE TO CONTROL MY BALL ALL DAY LIKE THIS." (--Oh, Tiger. Why would you open the door like that?) --By the way . . . someone asked Tiger if he thought he was playing better because his divorce was behind him. He answered, quote, "I can't really say that's the case."
LINDSAY LOHAN WAS ON THE ROAD AT 1:00 A.M. YESTERDAY MORNING . . . BUT SHE WASN'T GETTING INTO ANY TROUBLE:
LINDSAY LOHAN must have gotten her license back, because she was seen driving around in a Maserati yesterday morning at about 1:00 A.M. --But Lindsay wasn't up to no good. And she wasn't out clubbing. She just went to the Venice area to pick up a friend . . . and they went right back to Lindsay's house in Hollywood. -The paparazzi caught up to Lindsay and harassed her at a red light. (--You can check out some video here . . .) (--WARNING!!! There is unedited profanity in this clip . . .)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ezdNffL__Y
--Lindsay was so upset with those vultures that she made her return to Twitter to trash-talk them. --She said, quote, "Clearly . . . Paparazzi shouldn't be allowed to take pictures or video while someone's driving or at a stop light. 4every1's sake."
IS LINDSAY LOHAN CASHING IN ON THE PAPARAZZI'S INTEREST IN HER???
Yesterday, we saw a picture of LINDSAY LOHAN post-rehab . . . wearing a lot of expensive designer stuff. And we wondered if companies were PAYING her to be a walking billboard. --Several of the companies whose things she was wearing denied it. But Fox News says that Lindsay is indeed being paid to be a CORPORATE WHORE. And she's getting top dollar right now, because the paparazzi's interest in her is so huge. --A so-called "source" says, quote, "Over the next couple of weeks, she can be paid for carrying something in a photo. Each company is offering between $2,000 and $10,000 for a photo of her with their products. --"Other companies are sending her masses of things for free hoping she'll wear them. --"Lindsay's mom and her manager and lawyer are brokering deals left and right. It's a smart way for her to cash in and make up for lost income." (--By the way . . . in the previous story, we saw a video of the paparazzi harassing Lindsay at a red light. In order to avoid their cameras, she put her PURSE in front of her face.) (--Coincidence? Or was she PAID to shove that purse in front of the cameras? Just asking.)
DOES MADONNA HAVE TO BOOK TIME IN HER PLANNER FOR HER KIDS???
MADONNA has three kids . . . and not much time in her day. So how does she make time for them? She SCHEDULES it. That's according to Britain's not-always-reliable "Daily Mail". --A so-called "source" tells the tabloid, quote, "Madonna manages her diary in 15-minute increments. I'm told that she will have 'time with Lola' or 'time with David' marked into her schedule by one of her PAs. --"The children are said to have appointments made to see their mother, who will help with homework, or sing, or even make food with them . . . but only if it has been planned in advance."
WYCLEF JEAN HAS RELEASED A PROTEST SONG AGAINST THE HAITIAN OFFICIALS WHO WON'T LET HIM RUN FOR PRESIDENT:
It's a pretty good bet that WYCLEF JEAN'S bid to run for president of Haiti is OVER. The country's election commission denied his request for candidacy . . . and that's basically the highest authority on the matter in the entire country. --But Wyclef isn't walking away from the battlefield just yet. Yesterday, he released a PROTEST SONG called "Pou Kepa". It's in Creole, a language spoken by about 80% of the Haitian population. (--You can listen to it at the following link . . . but you won't understand it . . .)
http://www.billboard.com/news?tag=nav#/news/wyclef-releases-song-to-protest-haiti-election-1004111470.story
GARY BUSEY IS A HERO!!!
GARY BUSEY is our CELEBRITY HERO OF THE DAY!!! Earlier this week, Gary witnessed a two-car collision in Malibu . . . and he RACED INTO ACTION. --Gary helped slow down traffic around the accident, and he stayed with an injured 21-year-old man until paramedics arrived. The man's mother said Gary was, quote, "very sweet and caring."
LISA ROBIN KELLY FROM "THAT '70S SHOW" WAS BUSTED FOR DUI LAST WEEKEND:
LISA ROBIN KELLY . . . . who played Laurie Forman on "That '70s Show" . . . was busted for DUI in North Carolina last weekend. And that's basically all we know.
NEW MOVIES THIS WEEKEND
THE "AVATAR" SPECIAL EDITION IS GOING UP AGAINST A BANK HEIST, ROMAN CENTURIONS, AND DEMONIC POSSESSION:
#1.) "Takers" (PG-13)
--T.I. plays a bank robber whose $20 million heist is interrupted by Matt Dillon and his partner. T.I.'s crew is made up of Chris Brown, Paul Walker, Idris Elba, Hayden Christensen and Michael Ealy. "Avatar" minx Zoe Saldana is also in it.
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAukh72fz9I
Official Site: http://www.whoarethetakers.com/
#2.) "The Last Exorcism" (PG-13)
--A horror flick about a disillusioned minister who's doing a documentary about how fake exorcisms are . . . until he encounters an actual demonic possession and has to attempt his first real exorcism to save a farmer's daughter, and himself.
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tak2rHa8P5I
Official Site: http://www.thelastexorcism.com/
#2.) "Avatar: Special Edition" (PG-13) (Digital 3D and IMAX 3D)
--It features about eight and a half minutes of new footage, including the alien "kink" scene between Neytiri and Jake that was cut from the original release. (--The tricked-out DVD and Blu-ray editions will be in stores this November . . . with even MORE extra footage. But you have to wait until next year for the home 3D version, because they're waiting for the technology to catch up.)
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRdxXPV9GNQ
Official Site: http://www.avatarmovie.com/
MOVIE TICKET PRICES HAVE JUMPED IN THE PAST YEAR MORE THAN THEY EVER HAVE BEFORE:
If you feel like you're being raped at the multiplex more than ever, you're not crazy . . . YOU ARE. From 2009 to 2010, movie ticket prices jumped more than they ever have from one year to the next. --The average ticket is up about 5% . . . or 40 cents . . . from last year. Attendance, meanwhile, is down by about 1%. --Thanks to the price increase, box office revenues are likely to break last year's record of $10.6 million. --Industry experts are already predicting CONSUMER REVOLT. They're already seeing signs of what some are calling "3D fatigue" . . . which is another way of saying people are tired of paying jacked-up prices for tickets to crappy 3D movies. --One analyst points out, for instance, that the "Cats and Dogs" sequel in 3D cost between $3 and $5 more than a quality 2D flick like "Inception". --That fatigue was probably a big reason why "Piranha 3D", despite mountains of hype and surprisingly good reviews, opened with a disappointing $10 million last weekend. --One industry analyst says, quote, "There's certainly not much room for the price increasing further."
JEREMY RENNER WILL CO-STAR IN "MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 4":
"Hurt Locker" star JEREMY RENNER will co-star with TOM CRUISE in "Mission: Impossible 4". --Sources say Paramount wanted to add a younger agent to the mix, so they can continue the franchise even if Tom drops out. (--Tom is expected to do a fifth installment.) (--Jeremy also recently snagged the role of Hawkeye in the "Avengers" movie.)
JIM CARREY'S GAY PRISON MOVIE FINALLY HAS A RELEASE DATE:
"I Love You Phillip Morris" . . . the movie in which JIM CARREY and EWAN MCGREGOR play prison inmates who FALL IN LOVE . . . finally has a U.S. release date. It's coming out December 3rd. (--The movie has been sitting on the shelf for over a year, thanks to some legal chaos. Which is too bad, because it looks pretty funny. Check out the trailer here . . .)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp8R3YH-Mgg
"AMERICAN IDOL" INSANITY
IN RESPONSE TO AN "X FACTOR" SCANDAL . . . "AMERICAN IDOL" PRODUCERS SAY THEY'VE NEVER USED AUTO-TUNE:
SIMON COWELL'S other singing competition "X Factor" . . . the British show that he's bringing to America NEXT fall . . . has been accused of using Auto-Tune to clean up contestants' performances. --"X Factor" admitted that they've used some sort audio correcting software, but have now decided to STOP using it. So everything from here on out will be completely live. For obvious reasons, this has created some dull, British controversy. --There won't be any controversy HERE though. "American Idol" producers have decided to DENY that they've done anything similar . . . BEFORE anyone accuses them of it. --"Idol" released a statement saying, quote, "We have never, nor would we ever, use Auto-Tuning during the 'American Idol' competition. 'American Idol' viewers can attest that contestants have been regularly scolded for 'pitchiness.'"
WILL BRISTOL PALIN BE ON "DANCING WITH THE STARS"?
The "Dancing with the Stars" cast will be officially announced during "Bachelor Pad" on Monday night . . . but in the meantime, there's a hot new rumor. --E! Online reports that 19-year-old BRISTOL PALIN . . . formerly America's Most Treasured Pregnant, Unmarried Teenager . . . will be one of this season's "stars." --E! says she'll join previously rumored celebrities DAVID HASSELHOFF . . . "Hills" star AUDRINA PATRIDGE . . . singer BRANDY . . . MICHAEL BOLTON, former NBA player RICK FOX and MIKE "THE SITUATION" from "Jersey Shore". --By the way, KIRSTIE ALLEY is NOT doing it. Yesterday, Kirstie posted a Twitter message saying, quote, "Lol . . . just a rumor . . . Imagine that. NOT doing 'DWTS' this season . . . way too chicken!! Maybe next season if I'm invited again!!!" --Meanwhile, "Access Hollywood" claims the cast will include: Former "Brady Bunch" mom Florence Henderson, "Dirty Dancing" actress Jennifer Grey and comedienne Margaret Cho. (--Actor RYAN O'NEAL and former NFL quarterback KURT WARNER have also been rumored . . . and as far as we know, they're still possibilities.) --Finally, NADYA SULEMAN . . . the so-called OCTOMOM . . . has apparently launched a last minute campaign to get on the show. --Her lawyer has announced, quote, "Nadya is in top physical shape. She has been working out for months. She has had a strong interest in dance, and 'Dancing with the Stars' is one of the few shows that she takes time to watch. She'd love to do it." (--Yeah, Nadya surely has AMPLE free time to spare. Hey, when you decide to have 14 kids as a single mother, you have to give up a few things . . . like the notion of financial security, and competing on "Dancing with the Stars".) --This season of "Dancing with the Stars" premieres on September 20th.
WILL FORTE IS LEAVING "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE":
WILL FORTE is leaving "Saturday Night Live" . . . to, quote, "pursue other opportunities." He was on "SNL" for EIGHT seasons, and played characters like the HILARIOUS ESPN color commentator Greg Stink, The Falconer and MacGruber. --For now, everyone is saying the two sides parted ways amicably, so as far as we know, there's nothing else to the story. (--We'll find out if "SNL" will replace Will next month when the lineup for the show's 36th season is revealed.)
MORE DETAILS ON THE "CAKE BOSS" ARREST:
There are now some more details on the arrest of "Cake Boss" star REMY GONZALEZ on charges of sexually assaulting a minor. (--FYI: Remy is 32 years old and married.) --We now know that the alleged victim was a girl between the ages of 13 and 16 . . . and that there were TWO separate incidents within the past year. Witnesses say Remy admitted that he was guilty when they confronted him about it.
DAVID LETTERMAN WILL MAKE HIS FIRST APPEARANCE ON "THE VIEW":
DAVID LETTERMAN will make his first appearance on "The View" on Tuesday, September 7th . . . the show's 14th season premiere. --That day will also feature the return of BARBARA WALTERS, who's been mostly absent since undergoing heart valve surgery back in May. (--Former Secretary of State COLIN POWELL and DANNY DEVITO are also scheduled to appear on "The View" that week.)
(--Oh and by the way, "The View" will RE-RUN the PRESIDENT OBAMA episode on that Monday, September 6th. So if you didn't have any Labor Day plans . . . now you do.) (???)
FRIDAY TV REMINDERS:
--"Pre-Season Football: Saints vs. Chargers" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. ET on CBS. (--The New Orleans Saints host the San Diego Chargers at the Superdome.)
--"The Gulf Is Back" . . . 8:00 to 9:00 P.M. on the CW. (--A concert for Gulf coast residents dealing with the BP oil spill. David Hasselhoff hosts and the performers include Lonestar, Ricky Skaggs, Taylor Hicks, Bo Bice, and Terri Clark.)
--"Whale Wars" [3rd Season Finale] . . . 9:00 to 11:00 P.M. on Animal Planet.
--"Beyond Survival with Les Stroud" [SERIES Premiere] . . . 10:00 to 11:00 P.M. on Discovery Channel. (--"Survivorman's" Les Stroud takes his survival expertise around the globe as he lives with remote indigenous tribes.)
SATURDAY TV REMINDERS:
--"Pre-Season Football: Texans vs. Cowboys" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. ET on CBS. (--The Houston Texans host the Dallas Cowboys at Reliant Stadium.)
--"Persons Unknown" [SERIES Finale] . . . 9:00 to 10:00 P.M. on NBC.
--"The Wish List" . . . 9:00 to 11:00 P.M. on the Hallmark Channel. (--Jennifer Esposito plays a woman who makes a list of all the criteria that her future husband must have . . . and then falls in love with a guy who has NONE of them.)
--"Saturday Night Live" . . . 11:30 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. on NBC. (--Taylor Swift guest hosts and is also the musical guest.) (REPEAT)
SUNDAY TV REMINDERS:
--"Biography" . . . 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. on A&E. (--Britney Spears and Amy Winehouse are profiled.)
--"Pre-Season Football: Broncos vs. Steelers" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. ET on Fox. (--The Denver Broncos host the Pittsburgh Steelers at Invesco Field.)
--"62nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards" . . . 8:00 to 11:00 P.M. Eastern on NBC. (--George Clooney is honored with the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award. Jimmy Fallon is this year's host.) (--Here are your nominees . . .)
http://www.emmys.com/nominations
--"Drop Dead Diva" [2nd Season Finale] . . . 9:00 to 11:00 P.M. on Lifetime.
--"Las Vegas Jailhouse" [2nd Season Finale] . . . 10:00 to 10:30 P.M. on TruTV.
--"Amazing Wedding Cakes" [3rd Season Premiere] . . . 10:00 to 11:00 P.M on WE.
--"Entourage" . . . 10:30 to 11:00 P.M. on HBO. (--Queen Latifah guest stars when Jeremy Piven's character runs into her and learns some surprising news.)
JIMMY PAGE HAS A $688 AUTOBIOGRAPHY HE'D LIKE TO SELL YOU:
LED ZEPPELIN guitarist JIMMY PAGE is putting out a "photographic autobiography" next month . . . and it sounds pretty sweet. And it better be, because the thing will run you $688. (???) (--And that doesn't include shipping.) --It'll feature over 650 pictures from Jimmy's career . . . on more than 500 pages . . . and Jimmy will personally autograph each book. The books will be, quote, "hand-bound in morocco leather and laser-cut Perspex." Whatever that means. --It'll be available . . . as a limited edition . . . on September 27th. They are only going to produce 2,500 copies of this thing. (--You can preview the book . . . or, if you're feelin' THAT kind of crazy, you can preorder it, at this address . . .) http://www.genesis-publications.com/jimmy-page-zoso-limited-edition-book/
HERE'S A VIDEO OF SCOTT WEILAND FALLING OFF A STAGE:
STONE TEMPLE PILOTS singer SCOTT WEILAND fell off the stage while performing in Cincinnati on Wednesday night . . . but he was OK. It took security almost a minute to help him up, but once he was back on stage he finished the song.
(--Here's the video . . .)
http://www.tmz.com/2010/08/26/scott-weiland-stone-temple-pilots-concert-fall-stage-trip-eats-it-video/
JASON MRAZ HAS SO MANY NEW SONGS THAT HE MAY RELEASE TWO ALBUMS:
If JASON MRAZ'S pattern of releasing a new album every three years holds, he'll put out a new album next year. But this time he's thinking about prepping TWO albums at the same time because he has so much new material. --He says, quote, "I've got two very different-sounding albums. If I cut the material in half, I've got something that's fresh for the summer, ready for people to dance to, and I've got something else that's a little different, a little more lush and tender." --There's no word on when the album or albums could be out. Jason merely says, quote, "My goal is to have everything wrapped up in early November and at the early part of 2011 hit the road and start visiting all the countries again."
T.I. WILL BE FEATURED ON VH1'S "STORYTELLERS":
T.I. taped an episode of VH1's "Storytellers" on Tuesday at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York. It'll air on December 10th. --As usual for this sort of thing, T.I. spent some time talking in-between songs. He talked about the difficulty he had dealing with his dad's death . . . and how much he enjoys being a father himself. (--T.I. has five kids already . . . and he's only 29 years old. He's slowing down a little though. He had three kids before he was 21.) --T.I. also discussed his past as a drug dealer . . . and his recent time behind bars. And there were also some less interesting topics, like what he hopes to accomplish in hip-hop . . . and how he hopes his acting career will flourish.
NAZZY’S RANDOM STUFF
HALF OF WOMEN WOULD RATHER GIVE UP SEX FOR THREE MONTHS THAN GAIN 10 POUNDS:
What's more important to you: Having sexual relations . . . or not getting chubby? If you answered "not getting chubby" . . . well, you're probably a woman. --According to a survey by Nutrisystem, 52% of American women say they would GLADLY give up sex for three months . . . if it meant not gaining ten pounds.
--25% of men . . . I'm guessing most of whom are married . . . agreed. No sex for three months is better than ten extra pounds.
--25% of both genders said they'd rather lose 10 to 20 pounds than get promoted at work.
--73% of both genders would give up TV, their cell phones, or their computers for three months if it meant losing weight.
--Now . . . here comes the rub. Even though so many people are clearly focused on losing weight, 46% of people said they refused to diet at all this summer, because it would've meant giving up too many of their favorite foods.
--51% of Americans have tried some kind of diet within the past two years. And 35% have dieted at least six times in their lives. (Marie Claire)
WOMEN ARE MORE LIKELY TO GET ADDICTED TO SHOPPING . . . BUT MEN END UP GETTING INTO MORE DEBT:
These results are from a British study, but we're pretty sure they apply over here too. --A website called uSwitch found that women are about 33% more likely than men to get addicted to shopping . . . but then men end up getting into more debt from shopping than women. --The average personal debt for men was $5,317. For women it was $5,205, or $112 less. --Women get 77% of their debt from buying clothes, shoes, accessories and grooming products. Men get 75% of their debt from the same things. --But men spend a lot more on technology, electronics and computers than women . . . an average of $600 versus an average of $289. --Men also somehow have more credit card debt from grooming products . . . $525 to $297. --About 4% of the people surveyed from both genders say that their spending actually has gone UP during this recession . . . because they're spending to, quote, "cheer themselves up." (The Guardian)
DO YOU THINK FAMILIES WITH SMALL CHILDREN SHOULD BE SEGREGATED ON A PLANE?
Look, I'm not a big fan of bringing back ANY form of segregation . . . but if it means I can fly on an airplane without having a little kid kick my chair the entire time, I'd be willing to at least entertain the thought of reviving it. --According to a new survey by Skyscanner.com, almost three out of five people say they think airlines should segregate off a section of their planes for FAMILIES ONLY. (--Maybe we should get them their own water fountains too . . .?) --One out of five people think little kids should be BANNED from some flights entirely. (ABC News)
DOCTORS REMOVE THE WORLD'S LARGEST TUMOR . . . A 51 POUNDER . . . FROM A WOMAN IN ARGENTINA:
This is INSANE. Doctors in Buenos Aires, Argentina, just removed the WORLD'S LARGEST TUMOR from a 54-year-old woman's womb. How large? Try FIFTY-ONE POUNDS. --The tumor was about the size of a large watermelon and had been growing inside of the woman for a year-and-a-half. It was malignant, so it had to be removed . . . and took the team about four hours to get it out. --The woman is currently recovering and is doing well. (Herald Sun)
THE BATTLE FOR THE BEST NEW FOOD AT THE TEXAS STATE FAIR INCLUDES FRIED BEER, FRIED CHOCOLATE, AND FRIED SALAD:
These days, every state fair features fried food that absolutely boggles the mind. Still . . . when I want to find the TRUE innovators of deep frying, I look to Texas. --The State Fair of Texas has announced the finalists for its annual Big Tex Choice Awards . . . which are given to the best tasting and most creative new foods from the fair each year. This year, all eight finalists are deep fried. Here they are . . .
--Deep fried S'mores Pop Tart. A S'mores Pop Tart covered in batter and fried.
--Deep fried frozen margarita. Funnel cake batter is mixed with a margarita, then deep fried and covered with a lemon/lime mixture. Served in a salt-rimmed glass.
--Fried club salad. A 12-inch spinach wrap with ham, chicken, lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, cheddar and bacon inside is deep fried. Then it's topped with fried sourdough croutons on a stick and served with dressing.
--Fried beer. A beer-filled pretzel pouch is deep fried.
--Fried chocolate. A white chocolate candy bar and cherry are stuffed in a brownie, dipped in chocolate cake batter and deep fried.
--Texas fried caviar. It's not real caviar. Black-eyed peas are deep fried and laced with special spices.
--Texas fried Frito pie. Chili and cheddar are encased in a giant corn chip. Then it's battered and fried.
--Fried lemonade. A pastry is made with Country Time lemonade, then fried.
--The winners of the award will be announced Labor Day weekend. (Pegasus News)
PRETTY SOON, WE'RE ALL GOING TO EAT THE 550 MILLION EGGS THAT WERE RECALLED . . . WE JUST WON'T KNOW IT:
If you somehow haven't heard, more than 550 MILLION eggs have been recalled because they were at a high risk of being tainted with salmonella. Today, we found out what's going to happen to all those eggs. You're going to end up eating them. --According to the FDA, the eggs are going to be pasteurized, which kills the salmonella. And then, they're going to be turned into liquid eggs and used by companies to make cookies, cakes, egg substitute, pet food and more. --So, yeah, we all WILL end up eating the recalled eggs . . . we just won't know it. (MSNBC)
A MAN SWIMS ACROSS MONTEREY BAY TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE FRAGILE STATE OF ITS SEA CREATURES . . . AND GETS MAULED BY JELLYFISH:
On Tuesday, 44-year-old Bruckner Chase of Santa Cruz, California, went on a 14-hour, 25-mile swim across Monterey Bay in California. His goal was to raise awareness of the FRAGILE state of the sea creatures in the bay. --Unfortunately for him, some of those sea creatures didn't get the memo that they were supposed to be fragile. --As Bruckner swam, he was absolutely MAULED by jellyfish. They stung him and left huge, painful welts everywhere that wasn't protected by his wetsuit: On his neck, his face, his feet, his hands . . . and even the inside of his mouth and on his TONGUE. --He says that with every stroke he took, he was basically trying to plow through a wall of jellyfish. And, quote, "had I not been in a wetsuit, I would not have been able to survive." (Grind TV)
THE MOST COMMON TYPE OF LEGISLATION THAT CONGRESS HAS PASSED SINCE 2008 IS . . . RENAMING POST OFFICES:
Ever wonder what Congress does on the days when it's not working on something major like health care or unemployment? Turns out . . . they're mainly renaming post offices. -In the last 18 months, PRESIDENT OBAMA has signed 237 pieces of legislation that were passed by Congress. 27% were to rename post offices and other government buildings. --That's the most of ANY category . . . more than bills focused on the economy, small business, foreign affairs, defense, health care, unemployment . . . ANYTHING. --If you add in commemorations and other bills that set up symbolic declarations, the number jumps up to 33% . . . that's one-third of all the bills passed by Congress. --This isn't just an Obama thing, by the way . . . 29% of all the bills signed by PRESIDENT BUSH were also ones that symbolically renamed buildings. (AOL News)
A TEENAGER MAKES UP AN ELABORATE SCHEME ABOUT DRUG DEALERS AND DEATH THREATS TO GET HIS GIRLFRIEND TO SLEEP WITH HIM:
If you're the parent of a teenage girl, never, ever, ever underestimate how hard the boys in her class are going to be working to try to get into bed with her. There's NO ONE more determined, manipulative and PURE EVIL than a hormonal teenage boy. --18-year-old Ryne Anderson of Grand Forks, North Dakota, is in court this week, charged with sexual assault . . . for allegedly making up an INSANELY ELABORATE scheme to trick his girlfriend into having sex with him. --According to court documents, after a few months of dating, Ryne started sending texts and Facebook messages to his girlfriend telling her that, quote, "his life was in danger and that he needed help." --He somehow managed to convince her that drug dealers were after them and the only way they'd spare his life . . . her life . . . and her family's life was if she had sex with him. --Even though there's an 800-mile logic gap there, somehow, he managed to sell the story to her. So she had, quote, "sexual contact" with him two times. --Afterwards, she told her parents. Naturally, they saw right through the story and went to the police. --Ryne was charged with sexual assault, because, under North Dakota law, that includes making a victim, quote, "submit by force or by threat of imminent death, serious bodily injury or kidnapping." --He could get up to 15 years in prison for that charge and some other charges that have been added on as well. His lawyer is fighting it, saying that Ryne's story was SO unbelievable that the threats weren't credible. (Grand Forks Herald)
NAZZY’S SILLY VIDEOS OF THE DAY
#1.) A POLITICIAN PROPOSED TO HIS GIRLFRIEND DURING A DEBATE:
A guy named Chris Young is running for mayor of Providence, Rhode Island. And at the end of a debate on Tuesday, he pulled out a ring and proposed to his girlfriend.
(--Search for "Chris Young debate proposes video." He proposes at 2:53.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igTIQgCFbJ8
#2.) A TRACTOR-TRAILER CRASHED, THEN CRASHED AGAIN:
After a semi flipped over, a crew used a bulldozer to tip it back onto its wheels. But then the truck started rolling and CRASHED AGAIN.
(--Search for "totaled semi crashes twice." It starts rolling at :21, then crashes again at :36.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMXmeGGkn4k
#3.) A LOCAL WEATHER FORECASTER MADE A FOOL OUT OF HERSELF SINGING A 'WEATHER' VERSION OF "BARBIE GIRL":
There's a video online of a local weather forecaster singing her own version of "Barbie Girl" live on the air . . . only her version is called "Weather Girl" and it's a complete train wreck. (--Search for "Weather Girl Sings." She starts singing at :35.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZkDqOc-tl4
#4.) SOMEONE MADE FUN OF THE LADY WHO PUT THAT STRAY CAT IN A TRASHCAN . . . AND THIS TIME THE CAT GETS REVENGE:
A British lady who dumped a live stray cat in a trashcan made the rounds on the internet recently . . . so of course someone made a spoof. This time, the cat gets revenge. But the "cat" is a dude in a 'Sylvester the Cat' costume. (--Search for "Revenge Of The Cat Part II". Here's the spoof, and the original cat lady video, with a news report and an attempt to interview the lady.)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYzNFvd_Io4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8UqTaGUpjw
#5.) BETTY WHITE STARS IN A NEW ONLINE VIDEO:
KRISTEN BELL, BETTY WHITE, and SIGOURNEY WEAVER did a fake interview for FunnyOrDie.com to promote their new movie, "You Again". -It starts out with Kristen going on and on about the movie. Then Betty White makes fun of her for being a bad actress and not knowing when to shut up. (--Search for "Betty White Kristen Bell FunnyOrDie.com.)
http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/b7aafedbd7/you-again-cast-fight
FIVE THINGS YOUR HOUSE-GUESTS WON'T TELL YOU:
If you're having house-guests this weekend, here's something to help you be as accommodating as possible. It's a list of five things they WON'T tell you . . .
#1.) "I'M HUNGRY." They won't want to dig through your refrigerator late at night. So make sure you have a lot of food and snacks that are easy to find, and show them where they are.
#2.) "I STUBBED MY TOE ON THE WAY BACK TO BED." If the light switch is on the other side of the room, make sure there's also a nightstand with a lamp. --That way, they can lie down THEN turn off the light, and they won't have to walk through an unfamiliar room in the dark.
#3.) "THERE ARE TOO MANY FLOWERS IN THE ROOM." A huge bouquet of flowers can be overpowering, especially when someone has allergies. So keep the arrangement small, or just skip it and leave a scented candle out.
#4.) "THERE AREN'T ENOUGH OUTLETS." These days, everyone travels with phones and laptops that need charging. So make sure your guests don't have to get down on all fours and look for a place to plug in. --Just get a power strip, and make sure it's somewhere close to the bed where they can see it.
#5.) "MY GLASS LEFT A RING ON THE NIGHTSTAND." Plan ahead and put a piece of furniture there that you don't really care about. Or just put a tablecloth on it. Just don't put your guest in a situation where they can ruin a family heirloom.
(House Beautiful Magazine)
FIVE SURPRISING WAYS TO GET IN THE MOOD:
Every now and then, couples get so overloaded with families, friends, and careers that they completely forget about sex. So if you've hit a dry spell recently, we've got five surprising ways to help get in the mood.
#1.) DO YOUR CHORES. Unlike men, women need to shut down the parts of their brain that deal with stress in order to relax when they're getting-it-on. So when you've got your to-do list under control, it's one less thing she has to stress over.
#2.) HIT THE GYM. If you've been feeling a little worn out lately, you'll actually feel MORE energetic after a workout session. Not to mention your brain will be loaded with endorphins to put you in the mood for sex.
#3.) WATCH HIM BE "DAD". Research shows that women are more interested in sex after seeing their guy spend time with kids. And it makes sense from an evolutionary standpoint: If she knows he's good with children, she'll want to reproduce with him.
#4.) MAKE A NO-TOUCHING RULE. When you're first getting busy, make a rule that neither of you will touch each other below the belt for 10 or 15 minutes. It'll force you to focus on touching and kissing, and SHOULD increase her arousal.
#5.) JUST TRY IT FOR 10 MINUTES. In the end, if you're just not in the mood, take 10 minutes and give sex a shot. More often than not, your body will catch up with you. (MSN)
SITE FOR SORE EYES:
www.thelincolnlog.org
The Abraham Lincoln Association has launched a new website called "The Lincoln Log." The searchable website offers short notes on what Lincoln was involved in on a particular day. For example, on August 24, 1860, the site says "Lincoln writes long autobiographical letter to his relative John Hanks of Macon County." The website offers a chronology for each day of Lincoln's life from 1809 to 1865.
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www.seussville.com
A website intended to make Dr. Seuss books interactive for children and their parents in new ways has gone live. Seussville.com, the Official Online Home of Dr. Seuss, showcases the books and characters of the beloved, late author, Theodor Seuss Geisel, known as Dr. Seuss. Classics like "The Cat in the Hat," "Green Eggs and Ham," "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" and all of Dr. Seuss's other books are featured on the site. Visitors will find games and information, including a comprehensive character guide, searchable book catalog, an authoritative author section featuring a new biography and galleries of Dr. Seuss’s early sketches and artwork, parent and teacher resources, a customizable avatar activity, and more.
LIFESTYLES:
Friday Night Is Food Night
According to a new Wakefield Research survey, 58% of Americans say they prefer to eat takeout with their own plates and silverware instead of using plastic utensils provided by a food joint. The survey also asked which night was the favorite for ordering takeout for dinner. Here’s what they found:
· 38% said Friday is their favorite night to order takeout for dinner.
· 21% said Saturday is the day they are most likely to order takeout.
· 12% said Wednesday.
· 10% said Sunday.
· 8% chose Tuesday as their favorite night to order takeout for dinner.
· Monday and Thursday tied at 7% for the best night to order takeout.
The Wakefield survey also found that most people who get takeout can’t resist grabbing some grub out of the bag on the way home. In fact, 61% admit they sneak food before they get it home. However, 38% said they never nibble on the nachos or other food on the way home.
Noodle Survey
A new survey by Olive Garden and Kelton Research found that while 74% of Americans who eat pasta prefer the traditional pasta sauces Alfredo or marinara, 22% of pasta eaters consider spaghetti their favorite pasta. Additional survey highlights include:
· 97% percent of Americans are pasta eaters.
· 74% of those who put sauce on their pasta would select either Alfredo or marinara if forced to eat one for the rest of their lives.
· When it comes to food, 35% of Americans associate Italian cuisine with generosity and abundance, more than any other type of cuisine.
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Have Teddy Bear, Will Travel
A new survey finds one-in-four men have a teddy bear or other stuffed animal tucked into their luggage. The Travelodge survey found 25% of men admit taking a teddy bear or other stuffed toy with them while traveling for business. Many say it reminds them of home and, for a few, helps fill a cuddle-void caused by leaving their significant other at home. The survey also found that 1-in-10 single men admit hiding their favorite stuffed creature when a girlfriend stays over, while 14% of married men hide their teddy bear when family and friends visit.
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