PHOTO: High school senior Chelesa Fearce, 17, has overcome homelessness to become a star student and valedictorian at Charles Drew High School in Clayton County, Ga. (ABC News) When 17-year-old valedictorian Chelesa Fearce stands before her Georgia high school graduating class today to give her speech, she will talk about overcoming homelessness and fighting to “get… Continue reading Georgia Teenager Overcomes Homelessness to Become Valedictorian
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Nine-Year-Old Asean Johnson Leads the Chicago School Closing Protests (VIDEO)
Meet nine-year-old Asean Johnson. He is a third grader at Marcus Garvey Elementary and this won’t be the last time you see him. Amid the chaos of three days of protests regarding Chicago school closures, a pint-size public speaking star was born in the form of Asean. The nine-year-old captivated crowds of protestors Monday, when he gave… Continue reading Nine-Year-Old Asean Johnson Leads the Chicago School Closing Protests (VIDEO)
10 Foods that Hydrate your Skin
Your skin is an outer reflection of the foods you put in your body. Some of us are prone to dry skin, and seasonal weather changes can make our skin dryer as well. There are a few things you can eat to enrich and hydrate the skin from the inside out.
London Man Killed in Suspected Terror Attack
One of the alleged attackers A man reported to be a British soldier was killed and two others were shot in London today in an attack that is being treated as an act of terrorism, NBC News reports. Video from ITV News shows one of two alleged attackers, with blood-stained hands and holding a machete, explaining the motivation for the… Continue reading London Man Killed in Suspected Terror Attack
New Single from Pharrell Williams, “Happy”
Pharrell Williams returns with feel good music with composer Heitor Pereira to create “Happy” – the first offering from the Despicable Me 2 soundtrack. Check out “Happy” below. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bS2P0eccAdI&w=640&h=385]
Chad Johnson Update: Former NFL Star Arrested for Violation of His probation
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada. A Broward County judge ordered Johnson jailed Monday until he posts a $1,000 bond. Another hearing was set for June 3. An arrest warrant was… Continue reading Chad Johnson Update: Former NFL Star Arrested for Violation of His probation
Police Accidentally Killed Hofstra University Student
Students at Hofstra University wore white ribbons at their graduation ceremony today to honor a fellow student who was accidentally killed by a police officer responding to a home invasion call. Andrea Rebello, a 21-year-old Hofstra University junior, was killed Friday when police confronted an armed intruder at the off-campus rental house she shared with… Continue reading Police Accidentally Killed Hofstra University Student
Miguel Lands on Audience Member’s Head at Billboard Music Awards (Video)
Miguel lands on top of an unsuspecting audience member while hitting the stage at the 2013 Billboard Music Awardsheld at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday (May 19) in Las Vegas. During his performance of “Adorn”, the 27-year-old entertainer jumped and landed his crotch on top of a girl in the crowd. Later, he also appeared… Continue reading Miguel Lands on Audience Member’s Head at Billboard Music Awards (Video)
President Obama’s 2013 Morehouse College Commencement Speech
It’s official. President Barack Obama is now a ‘Morehouse man’!
The New Wave – Tabletop PCs
This new category of PC can be hard to pin down. To some, these are all-in-one desktops, similar to the Apple iMac, but with the added ability to either fold down flat or detach their screens. To others, these are battery-powered megatablets, with screens measuring between 18 and 27 inches, but are otherwise similar to Windows… Continue reading The New Wave – Tabletop PCs
Common Misconceptions about Allergies and Allergens
Spinach Alfredo Lasagna
1 egg, lightly beaten 1 15 ounce carton part-skim ricotta cheese 1 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 15 ounce jar Alfredo sauce 1/2 cup fat-free milk 6 whole grain lasagna noodles 2 cups shredded carrots (4 medium) 2 cups… Continue reading Spinach Alfredo Lasagna