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Twitter User Post PIC Of Passed-Out Girl with Plan to Rape Her

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Post date January 2, 2014
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A man who apparently posted a troubling image of a passed-out girl onto Twitter and made a sick rape joke – enraging thousands online – is to be investigated by police in Georgia.

Identified only as RichlonelyJuan on social media, the Twitter user sparked the controversy at 1.09 am on January 1 when he posted a photograph of what seems to be a girl lying on her back covered in vomit and added that he and his brother were going to sexually assault her.

The disturbing picture and shocking threat quickly traveled around the Internet and despite RichlonelyJuan’s insistence that the whole thing was a joke that got out of hand, authorities have confirmed that they will be conducting a thorough investigation.

In this tweet – one of the men involved refused to break the pretense that the whole thing was just one very bad joke

In tweets immediately after his first, RichlonelyJuan, whose identity has not yet been confirmed, even tried to insinuate that the girl had stopped breathing and no longer had a pulse.

As he became inundated with concerned people asking whether this was actually occurring live on Twitter, the bad joker tried to claim some honor among thieves and questioned why he would ever turn himself in.

Another Twitter user TaBarius then popped up online and posted a picture of a girl who looked like the poor individual covered in vomit.

This girl however was dressed and asleep, albeit curled up in a fetal position.

Next tweet: This tweet sent by another individual seemed to show the same girl now dressed in new clothes – albeit with a creepy message

Taking to Twitter, Tabarius said ‘I changed her clothes…shes sleeping piecefully (sic) for now..’

After that around 3.26 am, his tweets became ominous and as he claimed the girl was trapped in the trunk of his car and asked his Twitter followers to retweet if he should let her live and favorite for him to kill.

However, it seems that the entire episode was a very bad joke played out online by Tabarius and RichlonelyJuan – one that spiraled out of control.

Taking to social media during the day on January 1 to claim that he had found the picture online and that the entire episode was a joke – RichlonelyJuan still had to defend himself from those who did not find the situation amusing.

Horrifying: This message seemed to suggest that TaBarius wanted his Twitter followers to vote for the girls life

One woman fired back at him to remind him of the case of Justine Sacco, who was fired from her job last month for making an inappropriate joke about HIV and her race before she boarded a flight to South Africa.

Another hoped that his bad-taste sense of humor would follow him in his professional life.

According to Buzzfeed, Dana Pierce, a public information officer for Cobb County said the police department did not have the names of the men who posted the photographs.

‘How are we going to find them?’ asked Pierce. ‘We could find their IP addresses, but we’re not going to do that on New Years Day… They [the detectives] will probably really sink their teeth into the case tomorrow.’

No laughing matter: One woman fired back at him to remind him of the case of Justine Sacco, who was fired from her job for making an inappropriate joke about HIV and her race in South Africa

Anger: This Twitter user engaged in animated conversation with RichlonelyJuan to tell him his joke was vile and that she hope future employers see this

While saying they had been contacted by a member of the public who assured them there was no truth behind the grim picture, Pierce said that police would continue to investigate.

‘The alleged incident that has gone viral is not a crime. We need a lot more evidence to prove that this happened.’

http://www.buzzfeed.com/spenceralthouse/police-investigating-georgia-man-who-announced-on-twitter-he

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Airline passenger’s complaint about Man The Size of an “infant Hippopotamus” Goes Viral –

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Post date January 1, 2014
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This letter was sent to an Australian airline, by a passenger named Rich Wisken. Mr Wisken had a complaint and needed the airline to know about his experience on a recent flight.

Apparently, Wisken paid extra for a certain seat for a flight from Perth to Sydney, but instead was given a seat next to a man as big as ‘an infant hippopotamus’ and who smelled like ‘blue cheese’ and a ‘Mumbai slum’.

Needless to say, his letter went viral!

Traveller Rich Wisken wrote on a blog that he paid an extra $A25 (£13.50) for an exit row seat, expecting to travel from Perth to Sydney with more room than a normal economy seat.

MR WISKEN’S LETTER TO JETSTAR POSTED ON HIS BLOG

Dear Jetstar…

Do you like riddles? I do, that’s why I’m starting this letter with one. What weighs more than a Suzuki Swift, less than a Hummer and smells like the decaying anus of a deceased homeless man? No idea? How about, what measures food portions in kilograms and has the personal hygiene of a French prostitute? Still nothing? Right, one more try. What’s fat as f***, stinks like shit and should be forced to purchase two seats on a Jetstar flight? That’s right, it’s the man I sat next to under on my flight from Perth to Sydney yesterday.

As I boarded the plane, I mentally high-fived myself for paying the additional $25 for an emergency seat. I was imagining all that extra room, when I was suddenly distracted by what appeared to be an infant hippopotamus located halfway down the aisle.

As I got closer, I was relieved to see that it wasn’t a dangerous semi-aquatic African mammal, but a morbidly obese human being. However, this relief was short-lived when I realised that my seat was located somewhere underneath him.

Soon after I managed to burrow into my seat, I caught what was to be the first of numerous fetid whiffs of body odour. His scent possessed hints of blue cheese and Mumbai slum, with nuances of sweaty flesh and human faeces sprayed with cologne – Eau No.

Considering I was visibly under duress, I found it strange that none of the cabin crew offered me another seat. To be fair, it’s entirely possible that none of them actually saw me. Perhaps this photo will jog their memories.

Pinned to my seat by a fleshy boulder, I started preparing for a 127 Hours-like escape. Thankfully though, the beast moved slightly to his left, which allowed me to stand up, walk to the back of the plane and politely ask the cabin crew to be seated elsewhere. I didn’t catch the names of the three flight attendants, but for the purpose of this letter, I’ll call them: Chatty 1, Chatty 2 and Giggly (I’ve given them all the same surname – Couldnotgiveash***).

After my request, Chatty 1 and Chatty 2 continued their conversation, presumably about how s*** they are at their jobs, and Giggly, well, she just giggled. I then asked if I could sit in one of the six vacant seats at the back of the aircraft, to which Giggly responded, “hehehe, they’re for crew only, hehehe”. I think Giggly may be suffering from some form of mental impairment.

I tried to relocate myself without the assistance of the Couldnotgiveas*** triplets, but unfortunately everyone with a row to themselves was now lying down. It was then I realised that my fate was sealed. I made my way back to Jabba the Hutt and spent the remainder of the flight smothered in side-boob and cellulite, taking shallow breaths to avoid noxious gas poisoning. Just before landing,

I revisited the back of the plane to use the toilet. You could imagine my surprise when I saw both “crew only” rows occupied by non-crew members. I can only assume Giggly let them sit there after she forgot who she was and why she’s flying on a big, shiny metal thing in the sky.

Imagine going out for dinner and a movie, only to have your night ruined by a fat mess who eats half your meal then blocks 50% of the screen. Isn’t that exactly the same as having someone who can’t control their calorie intake occupying half your seat on a flight? Of course it is, so that’s why I’m demanding a full refund of my ticket, including the $25 for an emergency row seat.

I’m also looking to be compensated for the physical pain and mental suffering caused by being enveloped in human blubber for four hours. My lower back is in agony and I had to type this letter one-handed as I’m yet to regain full use of my left side. If I don’t recover completely, I’ll have to say goodbye to my lifelong dream of becoming Air Guitar World Champion. If that occurs, you will pay.

To discuss my generous compensation package, email me at: richwisken@hotmail.com, or tweet me at: @RichWisken

No regards,

Rich Wisken.

h/t Daily Mail

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Celebrities Entertainment RIP Television

‘Fresh Prince’ Dad James Avery Dead At 65

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Post date January 1, 2014
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James Avery — the beloved dad on “Fresh Prince of Bel Air” — has died at age 65 .. TMZ has learned.

Sources close to the actor tell TMZ he died in an L.A. hospital last night. Avery had recently undergone surgery for an undisclosed illness and took a turn for the worse late yesterday.

And we’re told his wife, Barbara, had been at his bedside but left for a short period of time to get something to eat. When she came back, she learned he had just died.

Story developing….

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Education Health

Lack of Sleep ‘Damages the Brain in a Similar Way to being Hit on the Head’

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Post date January 1, 2014
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Ever feel like you’ve been hit on the head after a bad night’s sleep? According to scientists, the thought isn’t as far-fetched as it seems.

A study found going without sleep for just one night causes changes in the brain similar to those that occur after a blow to the head.

The researchers said the healthy young men examined in the study showed a spike in the same chemicals which indicate brain damage.

Being sleep deprived causes a similar change in the brain to that seen after a head injury – it results in a spike in the chemicals associated with brain injury

Professor Christian Benedict, of Uppsala University, Sweden, explained that the chemcials NSE and S-100B are biomarkers for brain damage, such as concussion.

He said: ‘What we found was their levels in the blood rose in the group that went without sleep for a night. This was not to the extent that would happen after a head injury, for instance, but it was still significant.

The brain requires sleep to cleanse itself of toxic substances. A lack of sleep is associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s

‘During sleep, the brain cleans itself of toxic substances and NSE and S-100B increase in response to these substances.’

He said the findings back up previous research showing how the brain uses sleep to cleanse itself.

Professor Benedict also said his study could support previous studies which linked a lack of sleep with increased risk of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis.

The rise of the chemicals in the blood after sleep loss may suggest not getting enough sleep is conducive to a loss of brain tissue, he explained.

Professor Benedict, whose study is published in the journal Sleep, added: ‘In conclusion, the findings of our trial indicate a good night’s sleep may be critical for maintaining brain health.’

A third of the UK population suffer from sleep-related problems, while the average person now sleeps for only seven hours a night, compared with almost nine a few decades ago.

Many scientists believe irregular sleeping patterns lead to illnesses ranging from aches and pains to heart disease, while less than eight hours’ sleep a night can lower the IQ the next day.

Bus terminal only one block from Times Square EVACUATED after four people stabbed

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Post date December 31, 2013
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The Port Authority Bus Terminal – one block from Times Square – was evacuated New Year’s Eve after multiple people were stabbing only hours before midnight.

The busy transit hub plunged into chaos Tuesday night just before 9pm after four people were stabbed and the assailant fled on foot.

Early reports said one of the four victims is fighting for his life, a police source was unable to confirm that to MailOnline. the other three are expected to make a full recovery.

Mass evacuation: The Port Authority Bus Terminal is only one block from Times Square

NYPD officers and Army Reservists guarding the bus terminal chased down and tackled a Latino male suspect wearing Army fatigues, the source told MailOnline.

Conflicting eyewitness accounts say the stabbing suspect eluded authorities.

An eyewitness told MailOnline the evacuation was mostly calm and orderly. An announcement came over the bus terminal’s public address system and people filed out as instructed.

‘[It was] seemingly quick and well orchestrated, led by posted troops,’ said Michael Gasiorek. ‘[The] only concern was crowd buildup outside.’

That calmness evaporated once outside, as officers were caught off-guard with the evacuation order, Mr Gasiorek explained.

‘We just evacuated, is there a plan?’ He said he asked police.

‘Plan? Get away from the building,’ the officer responded.

The Port Authority Bus Terminal is on 42nd Street at Eighth Avenue, one block from Times Square and across the street from police checkpoints regulating the flow of revelers into and out of the ball drop zone.

More than 225,000 people course in and out of its doors everyday.

Entertainment

Biggest Price Is Right Winner Ever!

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Post date December 31, 2013
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As a part of their Best Of 2013, The Price Is Right merged Big Money Week and Dream Car Week to offer one lucky contestant an Audi R8 Spyder sports car.

News

Robin Roberts Comes Out On Facebook

Post author By MelodyM
Post date December 29, 2013
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In a post, the popular co-host of Good Morning America, wrote, “I am grateful for my entire family, my long time girlfriend, Amber, and friends as we prepare to celebrate a glorious new year together.”posted on December 29, 2013 at 5:32pm EST

Robin Roberts, who has long shielded her romantic life from the public, came out on Facebook on Sunday.

The popular co-host from ABC’s Good Morning America, who has been a key part of the show’s ascent to No. 1 in the morning television wars, posted a picture of her dog, KJ, along with this message.

Flashback 12/29/12….Hard to believe this was 1 year ago today..when I reached a critical milestone of 100 days post transplant…and KJ was finally allowed to come back home.

Reading this comforts me and I hope the same for you: “If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present.”

At this moment I am at peace and filled with joy and gratitude.

I am grateful to God, my doctors and nurses for my restored good health.

I am grateful for my sister, Sally-Ann, for being my donor and giving me the gift of life.

I am grateful for my entire family, my long time girlfriend, Amber, and friends as we prepare to celebrate a glorious new year together.

I am grateful for the many prayers and well wishes for my recovery. I return every one of them to you 100 fold.

On this last Sunday of 2013 I encourage you to reflect on what you are grateful for too.

Wishing you a Healthy and Happy New Year.

Peace, love, and blessings to all..XO

Though she had been shy about her dating life until now, Roberts has famously shared her health struggles with the public. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007 and underwent treatment to cure it. In June 2012, at age 51, she announced that she had been diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, a blood and bone marrow disease. She had contracted MDS, she said, from her treatments for breast cancer. Roberts’ sister was a bone marrow match for her.

The month before, Roberts had scored a huge interview for ABC: President Obama announcing his reversal on same-sex marriage. Roberts’ popularity and charm surely contributed to Obama’s advisors choosing her for the interview. But was her sexuality, an open secret, also a factor? The media, which still does not know how to write about such questions, did not speculate.

ABC News issued a statement of support: “We love Robin and Amber, who we adore and have all known for a long time. We were so touched by Robin’s Facebook message today and so thankful for all the loving support she has in her life.”

The Amber of Roberts’ post, by the way, appears to be Amber Laign; her Twitter avatar looks to be KJ the dog!

h/t – buzzfeed

Food And Recipes Recipe

Banana Sweet Potato Pancakes With Honey Nut Yogurt

Post author By MelodyM
Post date December 21, 2013
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INGREDIENTS

Pancakes:

1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 cup mashed baked sweet potato
1 egg
1 1/4 cups skim milk or soy milk
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 banana, diced

Yogurt sauce:
1 6-ounce container of plain nonfat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons skim milk
1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
2 teaspoons honey

DIRECTIONS

In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar. Then add the sweet potato, egg, and milk, and mix until smooth. Add the cinnamon. Stir in the diced banana.
Place a skillet over medium heat, and spray lightly with cooking spray.
While the pan is heating up, make the yogurt sauce. Mix together the yogurt, milk, peanut butter, and honey in a small bowl. Set aside.
Drop large spoonfuls of batter onto the pan, making pancakes that are about three-and-a-half inches in diameter. Cook until bubbly, about two minutes. Flip and continue cooking until golden brown. Makes about 12 pancakes.
Place three pancakes on a plate, and pour one quarter of the yogurt sauce on top. Add some slices of banana or other fresh fruit, sprinkle on some chopped nuts, and enjoy!

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News

4 Arrested on Murder Charges in Deadly NJ Mall Carjacking

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Post date December 21, 2013
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From left: Karif Ford, Hanif Thompson, Kevin Roberts and Henry Basim are being held at Essex County Correctional Facility on $2 million bail each.

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Nearly a week after a shopper was gunned down in a deadly carjacking at a New Jersey shopping mall garage, police arrested four men on charges of murder.

Dustin Friedland, 30, an attorney from Hoboken, was shot in the head on Dec. 15 in front of his wife after the couple loaded their car with holiday gifts at The Mall at Short Hills, about 12 miles west of Newark.

Three of the men arrested are from Newark and were identified as Karif Ford, 31, Besim Henry, 32, Kevin Roberts, 33. The fourth suspect, Hanif Thompson, 29, is from Irvington, N.J.

Friedland’s widow, Jamie Schare Friedland, released a statement after the arrest: “We are very grateful to the Essex County Police and all of the local authorities for pursuing this so vigorously.”

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Dustin Friedland, pictured with his wife Jamie Schare Friedland, was shot dead by carjackers at a New Jersey mall.

All four men are being held at the Essex County Correctional Facility on $2 million bail each. The men face charges of murder, felony murder, carjacking, conspiracy, possession of a weapon and possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose.

“It was old fashion police work combined with technology,” acting Essex County Prosecutor Carolyn Murray said about the arrest.

Police said in a news conference on Saturday morning that Friedland’s Range Rover seemed to be the motivation for the carjacking though the investigation is still active.

The stolen vehicle was found last week in an alley in Newark, about 10 miles from the mall.

Murray said all four arrived at the mall in a Suburban vehicle. After the carjacking, two left the scene in the Suburban and two left in the Range Rover. Murray added that it was unclear who fired the shots and wouldn’t comment on their relationship.

Murray said it was unclear when the four would appear in court because of the upcoming Christmas holiday but added it would likely be early next week.

A law enforcement official said that the men arrested could face the death penalty, though capital punishment in New Jersey is prohibited. Prosecutors will determine whether or not to charge the men in the federal system, where the death penalty is a possible form of punishment.

ABC News’ Colleen Curry, Josh Margolin and Jason Volack contributed to this report.

Food And Recipes

Tomato Mozzarella

Tomato Mozzarella

Note: – low cal (low carb – high protein)
– quick and easy

Ingredients (1serving):
– 100 g low fat mozzarella
– 1 tomato
– balsamic syrup
– fresh black pepper and salt
– fresh basil (unfortunately I didn’t have any)

– Served with a salad. I made this with rocket, dandelion salad, olives, red peppers (paprika), radish and sundried tomatos

Directions:
– Clean and cut the tomato and mozzarella
– add some fresh black pepper, salt and balsamic syrup
– serve with a salad

Nutritional facts (1serving):
Energy: 194 cal
Protein: 22 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g (sugar 3 g)
Fat: 10 g (saturated 7 g)
Fiber: 2 g

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Food And Recipes Recipe

Mini Quiche Cups – Healthy High Protein Grab; Go Snack

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Post date December 21, 2013
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It’s easy to get busy and either make poor nutrition choices, or skip meals all together. Thinking ahead and giving yourself healthy options that you can quickly grab, even when your schedule is hectic, is a good way to make it easier to eat clean and maintain a healthy bodyweight.

Here’s why this is a good option for a snack or meal (if you eat a few of them)

Low in calories, all clean ingredients
A good source of protein
Very high in Vitamin B6, A, and selenium
High in iron, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and Vitamin B12

What you’ll need:

1 Large onion, diced
8 Ounces Mushrooms, chopped
1 Tbsp Olive oil
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
2 Garlic cloves, minced
Salt and Pepper to Taste*

4 Cups of Spinach

12 Eggs

Saute all of the vegetables in the olive oil on medium heat. Once the onions are browned or transparent, add in the spinach and cook for a couple more minutes. Move the sauteed veggies to a mixing bowl, add the eggs and mix thoroughly. Pour the mixture into a greased muffin tin, or use baking cups as a base to keep them from sticking – we used paper cups, which worked, but tin foil would probably result in less sticking. Cook in the oven for 20-24 minutes at 350 degrees, using the toothpick trick to make sure that the center of the quiche cup is cooked all the way through.

Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Modifications/Variations: We didn’t add any extra salt to ours, so the sodium is nice and low. If you can, it’s a good idea to bump up the flavor with other spices – garlic, basil, oregano, cumin, chili pepper, paprika, pepper, or anything else you might like. There are a lot of different, equally tasty ways to make this recipe. Add in any kind of vegetables you might have around the kitchen; tomatoes, asparagus, artichoke, and peppers are just a few of the veggies that would taste great. You can also make it more indulgent by adding cheese of your choice (to the mix, before you put it in the muffin tins).

Makes 12 Mini Quiches

Nutrition Information (1 mini quiche)
Calories: 90
Total Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
Cholesterol: 162 mg
Sodium: 71 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 2.9 g
Dietary Fiber: .7 g
Sugars: 1.4 g
Protein: 6.8 g
Vitamin A: 25%
Vitamin C: 9%
Calcium: 5%
Iron: 10%