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U.S. Drugs Enforcement Agency Joins Jackson Drug Investigation

July 1st, 2009 · Country, DEA, Entertainment, GOP, Michael Jackson, Organization, U.S.A.

Sources close to Chocolatecity.cc is confirming that the United States Drugs Enforcement Agency (DEA) investigators are interviewing doctors who prescribed medication to Michael Jackson.

After the death of Jackson, the Los Angeles police and officials from the county coroner’s office were seen removing bags of prescription drugs and medical material from Jackson’s home. [Read more →]

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Honduras – A coup d’etat or a Democratic Revolution?

July 1st, 2009 · Country, Honduras, Manuel Zelaya

Honduras – A coup d'etat or a Democratic Revolution?
Honduras – A coup d'etat or a Democratic Revolution?
On Tuesday the UN General Assembly condemned the military coup that ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya, saying that the event interrupted the democratic and constitutional order in the Central American nation. [Read more →]

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Michael Jackson named Diana Ross as alternate guardian of his kids

July 1st, 2009 · California, Entertainment, Los Angeles, Michael Jackson, States

Michale Jackson's will surfaced
Michale Jackson's will surfaced
Just days after family members said Jackson did not have a will, one suddenly surfaced. Lawyers filed his only known available will on Wednesday in a Los Angeles court.

The will, dated July 7, 2002, estimated his estate at that time at more than $500 million., giving his entire estate to a family trust but specifically excluding his former wife Debbie Rowe – "I have intentionally omitted to provide for my former wife," the will noted. The will gives the entire estate to the Michael Jackson Family Trust. [Read more →]

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Michael Jackson asked Cherilyn Lee, his nutritionist for Diprivan

July 1st, 2009 · Entertainment, Michael Jackson

Propofol - an intravenous sedative-hypnotic agent for use in the induction and maintenance of anesthesia or sedation.
Propofol - an intravenous sedative-hypnotic agent for use in the induction and maintenance of anesthesia or sedation.
Another person has come forward saying Michael Jackson asked her for pain killer. [Read more →]

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Supreme Court Agrees with New Haven White Firefighter

June 30th, 2009 · Connecticut, Justice, New Haven, Racism, States, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S.A.

New Haven Firefighter                             Photo Source: Horace Williams
New Haven Firefighter Photo Source: Horace Williams
The U.S. Supreme Court made a decision on June 29, 2009 regarding the case of Ricci et al vs. Destefano et al.  

Basically in 2003, 118 New Haven, Connecticut firefighters took examinations to qualify for promotion to the rank of lieutenant and captain. Promotion examinations in New Haven were infrequent, so the stakes were high. All of the firefighters knew that the results would determined which would be considered for promotions during the next two years, and the order in which they would be considered. [Read more →]

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Pictures from Michael Jackson’s last rehearsal

June 30th, 2009 · Entertainment, Michael Jackson

Photo by: Kevin Mazur / AEG / Getty
Photo by: Kevin Mazur / AEG / Getty
These pictures of Michael Jackson at rehearsal at the Staples Center in Los Angeles were taken two days before the King of Pop sudden death. Jackson does appear to look great and in good shape in these photos. [Read more →]

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Rent-to-own could be a win win option

June 26th, 2009 · Advertising, Business, Property Rental, Real Estate, Rent to own, Rental Property

With the nuts and bolts firmly tighten on financing and not too many buyers available to afford the necessary credit or down payment, it is understandable why rent-to-own could be a win win option for both the sellers and potential buyers.

Rent-to-own, lease-option, lease option agreements or rent-to-buy option is an agreement where buyers are require to pay extra monthly rents plus up-front fees of about 5% of the purchase price. The normal or regular rent will go to the owner and the extra or additional payments will be use to buy down the price of the home for the prospective buyer. [Read more →]

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In Memoriam: Michael Jackson

June 26th, 2009 · Entertainment, Michael Jackson

RIP - Michael Jackson
RIP - Michael Jackson
With shock and grief, stricken Michael Jackson fans from all around the globe are sadden by the untimely and unexpected death of the King of Pop. Jackson, 50 year-old, was rushed to the UCLA Medical Center 

hospital, approximately a six-minute drive from his Bel-Air home, shortly after noon local time by paramedics for the Los Angeles Fire Department. Jackson was pronounced dead at 2:26 pm.  [Read more →]

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Chicago Ain’t That A Bitch

June 25th, 2009 · Chicago, Country, Illinois, Income Report, Johnny Guitar Watson, Politics, Poverty Report, Social Economic, States, U.S.A.

Ain’t That A Bitch is taken from the title song of John Guitar Watson’s album. Johnny Guitar Watson’s career went back to the early 50’s in Houston. He was born February 3, 1935 in Houston, Texas and died May 17, 1996 in Yokohama, Japan. His outstanding musical talents are comparable to those of Jimmy Hendrix, Eric Clapton and B.B. King. He was a musical genius who literally made his guitar talk.

Why am I blogging about this great musician today? It’s simple, I can’t get his song out of my head. It all started last night when I went to a local food and liquor store, as they call it in Chicago, to buy a 24-pack of 1 pt. Ice Mountain natural spring bottle water. The water that I purchased was on sale for $3.40. I almost had a heart attack when I noticed my receipt with a tax of $1.20 for a $3.40 item. Normally the average cost of a 24-pack of water in Chicago will go from $3.99 to $5.19. [Read more →]

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Iran news blackout – a weapon of suppressors?

June 20th, 2009 · Barack Obama, Country, Iran, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, Mir Hussein Moussavi, Politics, U.S.A.

What are your views regarding the media blackout or censorship imposed by the government of Iran against new agencies. What are your views about the election results? Do you think the Obama’s factor played a part in the demonstration? Are you in Iran and do you care to provide any update?

 

 

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Apology accepted, where’s my damn 40 Acres and a Mule

June 20th, 2009 · Barack Obama, Congress, DNC, Democratic Party, GOP, NAACP, Organization, Politics, Senate, States, U.S.A.

The United States Senate approved a fiercely worded resolution couple of days ago that attempts to formally apologize for the "fundamental injustice, cruelty, brutality, and inhumanity of slavery" of the African-American people. It’s strange that their unanimous resolution came only after America elected it’s first African American president, Barack Obama. Members of The House of Representatives are also expected to unanimously pass their resolution as early as next week. [Read more →]

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Shoo, Fly, Don’t Bother President Obama

June 18th, 2009 · Animal, Barack Obama, Organization, PETA, U.S.A., animal cruelty

Please have pity on me for having nothing better to do than to post a blog about the President of the United States killing a fly. The fact is, I could not resist sharing this blog with those that have not heard the story. I must confess that my attitude towards killing a fly is completely opposite of PETA’s (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Those irritable and food contaminating miniature looking monsters have no place in our houses.

President Obama slapped dead an annoying fly during a news interview. Interrupting his television interview momentarily the fly landed on his left hand, President Obama hit it with his right. "I got the sucker," he said, as the apparently dead fly fell to the White House carpet. [Read more →]

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Tennessee GOP Staffer depicts President Obama as a Golliwog

June 16th, 2009 · Barack Obama, Diane Black, GOP, Justice, Politics, RNC, Racism, Senate, Sherri Goforth, States, Tennesse GOP, Tennessee, U.S.A.

Sherri Goforth depicts President Obama as a Golliwog
Sherri Goforth depicts President Obama as a Golliwog
Sherri Goforth, a staffer in the office of Tennessee Grand Old Party (GOP) state senator Diane Black emailed a picture of the American presidents. The problem is the slot representing the 44th president, President Obama, was replaced by the head of a Golliwog. The Golliwog (originally spelled Golliwogg) is the least known of the major anti-Black caricatures in the United States. Golliwogs are grotesque creatures, with very dark, often jet black skin, large white-rimmed eyes, red or white clown lips, and wild, frizzy hair. The email was headlined "Historical Keepsake Photo."

 

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Does Israel really really really want peace?

June 14th, 2009 · Barack Obama, Benjamin Netanyahu, Country, Gaza, Israel, Justice, Palestinian State

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
In his speech on Sunday at the Bar Elan University, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel could accept a peace agreement with a "demilitarized Palestinian state" as its neighbor among other things: unequivocal Palestinian recognition of Israel as the Jewish national state with Jerusalem as its capital, and full demilitarization for a Palestinian state with no army, no rockets or missiles, no control of airspace. [Read more →]

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Finding that beauty salon, hair salon, spa or barbershop

June 12th, 2009 · Advertising, Alabama, Alaska, Anchorage, Arkansas, Baltimore, Barbershop, Birmingham, Bronzeville, Business, California, Chicago, Colorado, Coral Gables, Crawford, Denver, Detroit, Florida, Forrest City, Georgia, Hair Salon, Houston, Illinois, Kentucky, La Marque, Lifestyle, Los Angeles, Louisiana, Marietta, Maryland, Mayor Larry Langford, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nail Spa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Orleans, North Carolina, North Virginia, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Personal Care Services, Point Lookout, Rhodes Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Spa, Springfield, States, Tennessee, Texas, U.S.A., Unity, Washington, Washington D.C., Wasilla, West Virginia, Willacy County

HairNations.com - The ultimate goal of the newly launched HairNations.com is to create a one-stop and a one-of-a kind web site
HairNations.com - The ultimate goal of the newly launched HairNations.com is to create a one-stop and a one-of-a kind web site
For most people, including males and females, there is absolutely no compromising when it comes to the appearance of their hair and the need to having it look elegant, healthy and stylish. As a matter of fact, a recent study just released by The Nielsen Company noted that if money was not an issue, most people would continue to care for their hair and spend more on it.

The report also noted, to maintain or enhance their looks, more than two thirds of the world’s consumers focus on taking care of their hair – in conjunction with a daily skincare regime and regular facial treatment. In the recently released report, Personal Grooming Nielsen surveyed 25,408 Internet users in 46 markets from North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East about their attitudes to personal grooming, what and how often they invested in beauty products and treatments, and what they would spend, and on what, if money was not an issue.
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The only Bailout Airport Shuttle Service in Washington, DC

June 11th, 2009 · Advertising, Baltimore, Business, Limousine, Maryland, North Virginia, States, Travel, U.S.A., Washington D.C.

By Armah Karnley

 

DC VAN SERVICE - Serving Baltimore Washington, Reagan Nation, and Dulles Internation Airports
DC VAN SERVICE - Serving Baltimore Washington, Reagan Nation, and Dulles Internation Airports
We are proud to introduce you to our new airport shuttle service, serving the Baltimore/Washington, DC & Northern Virginia Metropolis.

DC VAN SERVICE provides dependable Airport Shuttle Service Solutions geared towards meeting and exceeding your expectations at all times. Our drivers are courteous and experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of the Baltimore/Washington, DC & Northern Virginia. [Read more →]

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Bring your gun to church day with a two liter

June 4th, 2009 · Religion

Piece be with you: A man with a firearm listens to Pastor Ken Pagano during the "Open Carry Celebration" at New Bethel Church in Louisville, Kentucky, yesterday. Photo: Reuters
Piece be with you: A man with a firearm listens to Pastor Ken Pagano during the "Open Carry Celebration" at New Bethel Church in Louisville, Kentucky, yesterday. Photo: Reuters
New Bethel Church located at 4998 Valley Station Rd in Louisville Kentucky and pastored by Ken Pajano is announcing an “Open Carry Celebration”, dated for June 27th 2009.

According to the church’s web site, “In Celebration of July 4 and our rights as Americans, New Bethel Church will be hosting an Open Carry Celebration for all who support 1st and 2nd Amendment rights. [Read more →]

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Its not easy finding a good auto repair shop?

June 2nd, 2009 · Advertising, Auto Repair Shop, Business

auto shop dot name - a newly launched online auto shop directory.
auto shop dot name - a newly launched online auto shop directory.
Just in case, you might not have had the opportunity of taking the course Auto Shop 101 in college, this article is for you. If you did take Auto Shop 101 and got an “A”, please disregard this blog. Anyone who drives have experience the headache one time or another dealing with a frustrating auto repair shop. There are thousands and thousands of outstanding shops out there, but on the other hand, there are some that have no business running a repair shop. [Read more →]

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Mays, from unmarked grave to Arlington National Cemetery

May 31st, 2009 · Buffalo Soldier, Organization, U.S.A.

Cpl. Isaiah Mays, a February 19, 1890 Medal of Honor recipient
Cpl. Isaiah Mays, a February 19, 1890 Medal of Honor recipient
Born into an insane and racist era in America’s history, Cpl. Isaiah Mays, was born on February 16, 1858 in Virginia into a system that classified and branded him as a slave and a second class citizen.

On May 11, 1889 while serving as a corporal in Company B of the 24th Infantry Regiment and providing security escort for a U.S. Army pay wagon, the Buffalo Soldier was caught in an ambush by robbers in Arizona and was shot in both legs. Almost all the other escorting soldiers were either wounded or killed. Despite his injuries, Cpl. Mays walk and crawl two miles to a ranch to seek help.

On February 19, 1890, Cpl. Mays was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the engagement. [Read more →]

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Judge Sotomayor – Qualified and Desiring Supreme Court Nominee

May 27th, 2009 · Barack Obama, Organization, Politics, Sonia Sotomayor, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S.A.

Judge Sonia Sotomayor, 54 year-old, nominated to replace retiring Justice David Souter on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Judge Sonia Sotomayor, 54 year-old, nominated to replace retiring Justice David Souter on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009, will be recorded as a great day in the history of the United States of America. As was expected, President Barack Obama exercised his constitutional rights and obligations by announcing federal appellate Judge Sonia Sotomayor, 54 year-old, as his nominee to replace retiring Justice David Souter on the Supreme Court. [Read more →]

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Rapper T.I. new address Forrest City, Arkansas 72335

May 25th, 2009 · Arkansas, Country, Crime, Entertainment, Forrest City, Justice, Punishment, States, T.I., U.S.A.

T. I. mug shot
T. I. mug shot
Rapper Clifford Harris, Jr. popularly known as T.I. is expected to have a change of address by midday Tuesday, May 26, 2009. His new address will be in Forrest City, Arkansas, Zip Code 72335 at a minimum security prison. Just in case you plan on calling him, Forrest City, Arkansas is on the CDT (GMT -05) time zone. The temperature on the day of his arrival is expected to be as low as 67° F and as high as 83° F. Unfortunately as a convicted felon by his own doing, he has waived his rights to cruise around in Forrest City in his new Dodge Challenger or one of his many personal collections and enjoy the beautiful day. [Read more →]

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Ursula Burns named new Xerox CEO

May 21st, 2009 · Organization, U.S.A., Ursula Burns, Xerox

Ursula Burns, current president of  Xerox, was named by the board as CEO
Ursula Burns, current president of Xerox, was named by the board as CEO
According to Xerox’s website, its board of directors announced today that Anne Mulcahy, chairman and chief executive officer, will retire as CEO effective July 1. Ursula Burns, current president of the company, was named by the board to succeed Mulcahy as chief executive officer. Mulcahy will remain as chairman of the board. [Read more →]

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Rapper Dolla gunned down in Los Angeles

May 19th, 2009 · California, Crime, Dolla, Entertainment, Justice, Los Angeles, States

Dolla's CD Cover                                    Photo Source: Dolla Myspace web site
Dolla's CD Cover Photo Source: Dolla Myspace web site
Despite not knowing about Dolla, it saddens me to hear about another young person getting kill especially while trying to make some positive changes to his life. His killing comes 12 years after rapper, Notorious B.I.G., was shot in Los Angeles. [Read more →]

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Is abortion the issue or hidden racism

May 17th, 2009 · Barack Obama, Catholic, Country, Education, Notre Dame, Politics, U.S.A.

Abortion Protester
Abortion Protester
Since its founding in 1842 by Holy Cross priest Father Edward F. Sorin, the University of Notre Dame have held several commencements starting from 1845. On June 5, 1960, President Dwight Eisenhower delivered the University’s first presidential Commencement speech. [Read more →]

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