Thanks to the Conservative controlled Supreme Court, some southern states can now legally take away the voting rights of some of their residents. The Supreme Court struck down Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act on Tuesday, the provision of the landmark civil rights law that designates which parts of the country must have changes… Continue reading Supreme Court Strikes Down Parts of The Voting Rights Act
Year: 2013
Report: 53% of Military Sexual Assault Are Against Other Men
A new Pentagon report shows that most of the sexual assault in the military are against men. In its latest report on sexual assault, the Pentagon estimated that 26,000 service members experienced unwanted sexual contact in 2012, up from 19,000 in 2010. Of those cases, the Pentagon says, 53 percent involved attacks on men, mostly… Continue reading Report: 53% of Military Sexual Assault Are Against Other Men
Where’s The Manufactured Outrage Now? IRS Targeted “Progressive” Groups Too
Calling all those “concerned” Tea Partiers and Republicans who cried foul that the IRS targeted Conservative groups. Can you hear me? Are you out there? Here’s another bit of news for you to cry about. Documents released today revealed that the IRS “targeted” Progressives groups too. Crickets… silence… The Internal Revenue Service targeted progressive groups… Continue reading Where’s The Manufactured Outrage Now? IRS Targeted “Progressive” Groups Too
6 Foods that Increase Hunger
1. Chewing gum This bad habit stimulates the gastric juices, therefore saliva is produced and moves to the stomach fooling it into thinking there is food to be digested, making you hungrier. 2. Diet soda This is not only highly harmful to your health, it can also make you hungrier, that to its high amount… Continue reading 6 Foods that Increase Hunger
Earth, Wind & Fire Album, ‘Now, Then & Forever,’ Set For Sept. 10
NEW YORK — Earth, Wind and Fire initially wanted to release its new album around the 2012 presidential election, but the band realized it wasn’t satisfied with the songs it created. “We have a lot more bells and whistles in place now and the record is better,” singer Philip Bailey said in a recent interview.… Continue reading Earth, Wind & Fire Album, ‘Now, Then & Forever,’ Set For Sept. 10
45 Extraordinary Uses For The Lemon!
Most people are familiar with the traditional uses for lemons to soothe sore throats and add some citrus flavor to our foods. However the diversity of applications for lemons far exceeds general knowledge and once you read the following list, you’ll likely want to stock at least a few lemons in your kitchen 24-7.… Continue reading 45 Extraordinary Uses For The Lemon!
Scottie Pippen has just been Arrested for Felony Assault
Law enforcement sources tell us, Pippen turned himself in to authorities in Malibu moments ago. He’s being booked for felony assault with intent to commit great bodily harm. Pippen allegedly brutalized an autograph seeker outside Nobu restaurant Sunday night. The man was knocked out after Pippen allegedly punched him in the face and kicked him… Continue reading Scottie Pippen has just been Arrested for Felony Assault
Bobby “Blue” Bland Dead at 83
The world lost a music legend on Sunday as Bobby “Blue” Bland died at 83 years old. Known as “the Lion of the Blues,” Bland ushered in the blending of Southern blues and soul in songs like “Turn on Your Love Light” and “Further on Up the Road,” proving to be a true pioneer in the world… Continue reading Bobby “Blue” Bland Dead at 83
“HE SHOT HIM FOR THE WORST OF ALL REASONS…”
“F**king punks, these a**holes always get away.” Those were the words spoken by prosecutor John Guy during his opening statements this morning as the murder trial of George Zimmerman began in Sanford, Florida. These exact words are, of course, the ones that came out of Zimmerman’s mouth during a 911 phone call he made to… Continue reading “HE SHOT HIM FOR THE WORST OF ALL REASONS…”
Paula Deen Dropped by Pork Company
They’re dropping her like a hot potato. Paula Deen has been DROPPED by Smithfield — a company specializing in pork products. Deen had a line of hams with Smithfield … part of The Paula Deen Collection. The company tells TMZ, “Smithfield condemns the use of offensive and discriminatory language and behavior of any kind.” The… Continue reading Paula Deen Dropped by Pork Company
Chris Brown has been Accused of Badly Injuring a 24-year-old Girl Inside Nightclub
A 24-year-old woman is accusing Chris Brown of assault after he allegedly shoved her to the ground in an Orange County nightclub Saturday. The victim told TMZ the alleged assault was so violent, she may need surgery. Deanna Gines filed a police report in Ahaheim after she says Breezy attacked her in the VIP section of the Heat… Continue reading Chris Brown has been Accused of Badly Injuring a 24-year-old Girl Inside Nightclub
New Orleans: 5 Year Old Shoots Self in Head
But don’t worry, guns don’t kill people, people kill people. That twisted way of thinking comes from the NRA and the Republican party. According to their reasoning, the gun had nothing to do with this 5 year old’s death. She could have also bludgeon herself to death with a rock. A New Orleans mother is… Continue reading New Orleans: 5 Year Old Shoots Self in Head