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  • Nigeria: Why NLC President Omar Wants Me Out - Comrade Odah Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:41AMComrade John Odah was, until recently, the Secretary-General of the Nigeria Labour Congress. After 24 years, his appointment was terminated in controversial circumstances by Comrade Abdulwaheed Omar, the NLC president. In this interview, Comrade Odah explains why he's being edged out of the labour union. Excerpts:
  • Niagara couple wins $41.3 million Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:35AMTORONTO - When Carmen Demizio realized he won $41.3 million, he did the only reasonable thing he could. He washed his car.[...]
  • Calverton: A chicken barbecue and an unusual tractor passenger Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:39AMI begin my column this week with some very sad news. Our dear friend Dickie Green passed away last week. Dickie was a man who would do anything for you, and do it with a smile. He was a wonderful person with the kindest heart I ever knew. I first met him when he and [...]
  • Michelle Heaton reveals baby news Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:20AMMichelle Heaton is pregnant with her first baby. Related Stories Riseborough taking a Punch role Eve Myles' Uma Thurman mistake Riseborough taking a Punch role Atwell: Film training made me sick Cooper to star in Paradise Lost
  • Goofy, slapstick humor on 'Rescue Me' Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:58AMTONIGHT'S MUST-SEE: 'Rescue Me,' 10 p.m., FX.
  • Restaurant Review, Hula's Island Grill: Plenty of aloha at this downtown gathering spot Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:44AMThe spirit of aloha is alive and well in Santa Cruz -- especially near the corner of Cathcart Street and Pacific Avenue.
  • Twitter index: Gregor Mendel Google doodle sparks conversations about GM food Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:36AMA Google doodle in honor of what would have been the 189th birthday of Austrian scientist and "father of genetics" Gregor Mendel is generating debate about today's genetically modified foods.
  • David Archuleta, Erwan Heussaff, Rayver Cruz | Celebritweets of the Day Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:16AMIt's time for our "Celebritweets of the Day" again. Yesterday, female celebs had their turn. Now, let's take a look at the tweets of the following male stars: David Archuleta, Erwan Heussaff, and Rayver Cruz. David Archuleta vlog-ed about his 3rd visit in Manila. He tweeted the video below: "Video blog checking in from the Philippines! -------->" David said. | Video courtesy of David Archuleta ...
  • In D.C., Vick throws support behind anti-dogfighting bill Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 3:03AMA year ago at this time, Michael Vick was facing questions about a shooting outside his 30th birthday party, his future in the NFL in doubt.
  • Chef Francois Dionot, President of L’Academie de Cuisine Proudly Announces the Re-opening of the Recreational Cooking ... Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 2:49AMAfter a year of construction and holding classes in the professional culinary school in Gaithersburg, MD, L’Academie de Cuisine’s Recreational Cooking classes moved back to their permanent home in Bethesda, MD. Chef Francois Dionot stated that “the new kitchens are reflective of the quality that will allow us to create an elegant atmosphere of high-quality education.” (PRWeb July 20, 2011) Read ...
  • Worth a fortune and just 22 - but 'boring' Petra's no Paris party girl Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 12:27AMShe's the beautiful daughter of a mogul and a European model, who has her own fashion line, drives a Ferrari, owns two multi-million dollar mansions, seven Rolex watches, ten Hermes Birkin bags and five dogs.
  • 'Boring' Petra's low high life Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 12:22AMShe's 22, has bought an $85m mansion and could have been a Paris Hilton party girl. She decided it wasn't for her.
  • ANCYL endorses Motlanthe in birthday message Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 12:22AMThe ANC Youth League has all but abandoned President Jacob Zuma and endorsed Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe to take over the reins of the ANC – and by implication the country – when party delegates elect new leaders in December next year.
  • Hartland soldier killed in Afghanistan Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 12:08AMHARTLAND -- Tina Stratton spoke with her son, Pfc. Tyler M. Springmann, by phone on Saturday. He called in during a family reunion and spoke with everyone.
  • Google Doodle George Mendel 189th birth anniversary celebration Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:48PMGoogle Doodle is currently celebrating George Mendel’s 189th birth anniversary, as shown in the Google homepage on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. Google Doodle George Mendel 189th birth anniversary Image Credit: Google.com Mendel, or Gregor Johann Mendel, was born on July 20, 1822 in Heinzendorf bei Odrau, Austria Silesia (now Hyncice, Czech Pepublic), and was called [...]
  • Briefly: Vick takes message to Capitol Hill Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:31PMA year ago at this time, Michael Vick was facing questions about a shooting outside his 30th birthday party, his future in the NFL in doubt.
  • Hospice to conduct 'Introduction to Grief' Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:21PMHUNTINGTON -- Hospice of Huntington Inc. will conduct "Introduction to Grief: For the Newly Bereaved" at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the Hospice office, 1101 6th Ave., Huntington. Participants will learn about grief responses and the grief support services offered by Hospice.
  • C-USA names Scholar Athlete of Year winners Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:13PMHUNTINGTON -- Conference USA presented 2010-11 Scholar Athlete of the Year awards to the top student-athletes in each conference-sponsored sport
  • Sedaka music at heart of Show Palace presentation Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:11PMShow Palace Dinner Theatre will present a stage musical comedy based on the music of Neil Sedaka when it presents "Breaking Up is Hard to Do," opening Friday, July 22 and running through Aug. 22.
  • Selena Gomez Reveals "Boring" Birthday Plans: Do They Involve Justin Bieber? Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:10AMHappy birthday, Selena Gomez! Justin Bieber's No. 1 girl is turning the ripe old age of 19 this Friday. So what's the "Love You Like a Love Song" singer got planned for...
  • Eric Williams: Rick Baron Remembered (Boy, Did He Ever) Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:09AMRick Baron, of Cleveland, was case study No. 3 in the research being conducted by the University of California - Irvine into what they are calling "highly superior autobiographical memory" (HSAM).
  • Swimmers show strength, determination Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:35AMPerseverance, fortitude, inner faith and belief were all displayed last week for the Lakeside to Kelleys Island Swim. What an experience to watch these loyal, fit swimmers make the trek from Kelleys to the Lakeside Dock. Their mental and physical strength in 4- to 5-foot waves and determination alone is to be commended.
  • Michelle Heaton pregnant with 1st child: 'Best birthday present ever' Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:33AMIt's quickly becoming an easy way for celebrities to announce their big news, such as an engagement or pregnancy.
  • Bramble, Shurtleff talk immigration in Washington Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:32AMRomney raises $1.3M in Utah. Lee's timely book. Ads promote Hatch, Lee. Happy Tuesday. State Sen. Curt Bramble and Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff will speak this morning at the National Press Club during a forum addressing whether the states should tackle immigration reform.
  • Orangutan celebrates 50 years with party Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:19AMThere was quite a celebration at Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield, IL.
  • More twists in the phone hacking saga Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:14AMNorth America correspondent Michael Brissenden looks at the repercussions of the UK phone-hacking scandal in the US.
  • Feet Meet Fate At The Ann Arbor Art Fair Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:01AMBlogger Vicki Briganti walked over 80 miles for love of the Ann Arbor Art Fair. Click here to read about her experiences during "The Year of the Feet."
  • Yankees’ Ramiro Pena On DL After Appendectomy; Brandon Laird Called Up Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:58AMYankees infielder Ramiro Pena had an appendectomy on Monday was placed on the 15-day disabled list. "Unfortunately on his (26th) birthday. It will be a birthday I'm sure he'll never forget," manager Joe Girardi said before the Yankees' 5-4 win over Tampa Bay.
  • Unemployed man robbed security guard of £25,000 because he couldn't afford a BIRTHDAY CARD for his wife Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:47AMRichard Blake robbed a cash-in-transit guard as he delivered funds to a branch of Lloyds TSB in Sydenham, south London.
  • Happy birthday, John Glenn: Schultz Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:51PMView full sizeAP file photoAstronaut John Glenn is seen at Cape Canaveral, Feb. 20, 1962. Some of you out there have ideological differences with our favorite non-Jersey columnist, Connie Schultz of The Plain Dealer of Cleveland, but I have a...
  • Eastday-Mandela changes face of South Africa Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:12PMSouth African President Jacob Zuma (L) visits former President Nelson Mandela to congratulate his 93rd birthday in his home village of Qunu in Eastern Cape Province, South Africa, July 18, 2011.
  • Comeback Queens Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:55PMFRANKFURT , Germany: Japan twice came from behind to win the women’s World Cup for the first time on Sunday, beating the United States 3-1 on a penalty shoot-out after the final had finished 2-2 in extra-time.
  • Happy 20th Birthday, Lollapalooza Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:39PMWhile there were some technical difficulties at Phoenix's not-at-all lamented concert venue Compton Terrace that day (including Nine Inch Nails storming off the stage as the heat melted their electronics), today marks the twentieth anniversary of the first stop of the 1991 Lollapalooza tour, with headliners Jane's Addiction, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Living Colour, among others. MTV's 120 ...
  • Sir Alex Ferguson talks to Sportsmail Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:25PMApproaching a 25th full season as Manchester United manager and his 70th birthday, Sir Alex Ferguson remains as determined as ever to meet the challenges.
  • Nelson Mandela marks 93rd birthday, greetings sent from South Africa and around the world Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:24PMJOHANNESBURG - Former President Nelson Mandela spent his 93rd birthday with friends and relatives in his rural hometown Monday, as South Africans paid tribute to the anti-apartheid icon through song and community service projects.
  • 93-year-old Richmond veterinarian regals with tales of years gone by Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:15PMDr. Joe Lomas, 93, was one of Richmond's first animal doctor. He opened Richmond's first veterinary hospital, Richmond Animal Hospital in 1955. He is shown here with his wife, Marian, who was also a veterinarian.
  • Fergie on... City's rise, Liverpool's new look, Chelsea's young boss, Arsenal credentials and the quest to beat Barca Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:08PMApproaching a 25th full season as Manchester United manager and his 70th birthday, Sir Alex Ferguson remains as determined as ever to meet the challenges before him.
  • by Jon Winding-Sørensen Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:06PMFull scale model of a Lamborghini, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro while at Bertone, on display at the Guigiaro Design facility. Click for larger images
  • Crisis Center to present 2 parenting workshops Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 2:03PMAccording to a CNN report, experts conclude that the biggest influence in the lives of children and teens is… (drumroll, please)… their parents. While this leads to a lot of relieved sighs from parents who have felt like they were losing the battle for the minds of the kids, it also places a great responsibility right on their doorstep.
  • General News Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 2:03PMJuly 14, 2011 Update: Men's Basketball Announces Hotel Arrangements for Fans/Family For Vancouver Foreign Tour While the men’s basketball team announced June 7 it will travel to Vancouver, British Columbia Sept. 5-10, 2011 on a foreign tour where it will play four games vs. Canadian universities, Thursday it announced hotel plans for the trip for fans.
  • South Africa celebrates Nelson Mandela's 93rd birthday Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:58PMMillions of South African schoolchildren sang happy birthday to Nelson Mandela as he turned 93 on Monday, while politicians and ordinary citizens did charity work to support his call to do good.
  • It's Torii Hunter's birthday, so let's talk about ED Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:54PMHappy birthday to Torii Hunter.Rafael Palmeiro
  • Nelson Mandela Celebrates 93rd Birthday in South Africa Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:49PMJOHANNESBURG (AP) -- Former President Nelson Mandela spent his 93rd birthday with friends and relatives in his rural hometown Monday, as South Africans paid tribute to the anti-apartheid icon through song and community service projects.
  • Questions remain after 'not guilty' verdict in murder trial (with photo slideshow) Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:49PMClick here for photos recapping the case Saturday marked the third anniversary of Lucy Johnson’s death. The bright-eyed, blond woman was four months pregnant when she died. She celebrated her 31st birthday days before firefighters discovered...
  • JISD Board to discuss construction bids Mon. Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:48PMJacksonville Independent School District trustees will discuss Pogue Construction Company's Guaranteed Maximum Price bid for the Joe Wright and East Side Elementary campuses when they meet for their regular session  at 5 p.m. Monday.
  • City hosts first-ever rodeo week garage sale Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:48PMThe June 29 adjournment of the 82nd Texas Legislative session leaves Texas lawmakers breathing a little easier. It also leaves citizens the task of unpacking the meaning behind recent legislation, and how sweeping budget cuts made necessary by the ongoing recession will affect their daily lives.
  • Southold-Peconic: Lone Sharks at Silversmith’s Corner Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:47PMSummer is the perfect time to take your exercise routine outdoors. Biking, jogging and walking our local roads are all great ways to stay healthy, just as long as it is done safely. I’ve been trying to walk and bike at different times of the day and, so far, I find that early in the [...]
  • A revelation about the NFL lockout, Hays' headlines and more Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:47PMThe Monday Hays returns after being blindsided by strep throat. I’m on vacation this coming week, so the next edition will be August 1. After that, you’ve got me for 21 of the following 22 weeks.
  • UN chief urges global movement for Madiba Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:52PMUN chief Ban Ki-moon has called on people around the world to carry out volunteer work to mark the 93rd birthday of South Africa's iconic elder statesman Nelson Mandela.
  • Glenn marks 90th birthday Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:41PMBy William Hershey Dayton Daily News COLUMBUS John H. Glenn was 21 when he went off to fight