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Monday
Composer, Pulitzer winner Carter dies in NY at 103
NEW YORK—Classical composer Elliott Carter, whose challenging, rhythmically complex works earned him widespread admiration and two Pulitzer Prizes, died Monday at age 103.
His music publishing company, Boosey & Hawkes, called him an "iconic American composer." It didn't give the cause of his death.
Channing Tatum: Actor To Be Named People's 2012 'Sexiest Man Alive'
Channing Tatum knows how to take it off, but is he really the sexiest man alive?
People magazine reportedly think so.
Saturday
Roseanne Barr Turns 60: Happy Birthday, Mrs. Conner!
(November 3). As such, fans should find some time in their busy schedules today for a few episodes of her classic television sitcom.
Friday
Suicide Silence: Death of vocalist Mitch Lucker 'devastating'
Fans were in mourning over the death of Mitch Lucker, a vocalist for
the heavy metal band Suicide Silence who was killed in a motorcycle
accident in Huntington Beach.
The band posted a statement on its Facebook page Thursday morning reading...
The band posted a statement on its Facebook page Thursday morning reading...
Tuesday
New NASA Spaceship Comes Together for 2014 Test Launch
The pieces are coming together for NASA's newest spaceship Orion, with its first unmanned launch test scheduled for September 2014.
NASA Unveils New Spaceship for Deep Space Exploration
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| Artist's rendering of the Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle on a deep space mission. CREDIT: NASA |
This story was updated at 5:45 p.m. EDT.
NASA on Tuesday announced a plan to develop a new "Deep Space Vehicle"
Storm leaves behind 'unthinkable' damage
Associated Press/Seth Wenig - Kim Johnson looks over the destruction near her seaside apartment in Atlantic City, N.J., Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012. Sandy, the storm that made landfall Monday, caused multiple fatalities,
Millions are grappling with the aftermath of floods, fires, outages, and even snow in Sandy's wake
PITTSBURGH
(AP) — The most devastating storm in decades to hit the country's most
densely populated region upended man and nature as it rolled back the
clock on 21st-century lives, cutting off modern communication and
leaving millions without power Tuesday as thousands who fled their
water-menaced homes wondered when — if — life would return to normal.
'Star Wars Episode 7' And Disney: Five Burning Questions
"George Lucas' involvement and the
direction of the series are just two of the questions surrounding
Disney's planned 'Star Wars' sequel"
Not so long ago, right here in this very galaxy, Disney bought Lucasfilm, and a new "Star Wars" movie was born.
Disney's latest acquisition and the announcement of "Star Wars Episode 7" is easily one of the most energizing and polarizing pop culture announcements in recent history. A seventh film in the "Star Wars" series has long been rumored, and soon, it'll be a reality, under Disney's supervision no less.
Will Smith Raps For The First Time In A Million Years
"At Gabrielle Union's 40th birthday party in Miami, performer Doug E. Fresh was surprised by a guest appearance from Will Smith"
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its funny how the guy behind will smith with the black shirt looks like its such a casual thing for will smith to be 2 inches away from him while freestyling
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Go die.
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Go will go will go will!!!(: my father in law
Meet Instagram’s Newest Feline Star Shishi-Maru
Fake Photos of Sandy Flood Social Media
No matter what part of the
country you're in, it's nearly impossible not to be aware of the
devastation and destruction that superstorm Sandy wrought as it pummeled
the East Coast of the United States.
SEE MORE FAKE PHOTO'S
SEE MORE FAKE PHOTO'S
Soldiers Guard the Tomb of Unknowns During Hurricane Sandy
Spc.
Brett Hyde, Tomb Sentinel, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard),
keeping guard over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during Hurricane
Sandy, at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Monday, Oct. 29, 2012. (Sgt.
Jose A.
Tomb Sentinels from the Army’s 3rd Infantry Regiment’s “The Old Guard” have guarded the Tomb for 24 hours a day, 365 days a year regardless of the weather, since 1948.
Why not legalize pot? (CNN) -- I have smoked pot
Editor's note: LZ
Granderson, who writes a weekly column for CNN.com, was named journalist
of the year by the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association and
is a 2011 Online Journalism Award finalist for commentary. He is a
senior writer and columnist for ESPN the Magazine and ESPN.com.
(CNN) --
I have smoked pot. Not today or this week, or even this month, but I have...
I have smoked pot. Not today or this week, or even this month, but I have...
Why you can't live without Apple's latest toy
The tech giant persuades people to ditch perfectly good devices year after year
"Isn't it amazing how something new makes the previous thing instantly look old?"
Monday
20 People Who Are Totally Ready For Hurricane Sandy
"These folks have their priorities in order" Or do they?
1.
My cousin just bought 50 cheeseburgers from McDonald's... We're ready for hurricane Sandy...
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Wine Check. Cashmere blanket. Check. (Scented) candles. Check. My So Called Life box set. Check. I am ready
3.
all black. leggings, pink vans, a huge sweatshirt with a sweater underneath. Topped with straight hair and obey hat. Sandy i'm ready for u 👯
28 Photos You Need To See Before The Frankenstorm
In order to prepare for the end of it all, you should make sure
you've seen these photos. Everyone should see these 28 photos before
it's too late.
1. A tap dancing cat.
Hurricane Sandy Texts From Your Mom
Moms come in many varieties, but all of them want to make sure you're prepared for the Frankenstorm
Do the Rich Have a Moral Obligation to Pay Higher Taxes? Gov. Jerry Brown Says ‘Yes’
Do the wealthiest Americans have a "moral" obligation to pay higher taxes?
California Governor Jerry Brown thinks so.States with the highest and lowest taxes
In some U.S. states, the burden on residents relative to their income rose substantially. In New York state, taxes paid per capita rose by more than $200, while income per capita fell by more than $1,100. According to the report, residents in New York paid 12.8% of their income on state and local taxes last year. In Alaska, residents paid just 7% of their income on non-federal taxes. Based on the Tax Foundation’s State and Local Tax Burden Rankings for 2010, 24/7 Wall St. identified the states with the largest and smallest tax burden on their residents.
Residents of states with the highest levies paid 12.8% of their income; those with lowest paid 7%
Madonna booed after touting Obama in New Orleans concert
NEW ORLEANS – Madonna drew boos
and triggered a walkout by several concertgoers after she touted
President Barack Obama on her "MDNA Tour" in New Orleans.
NHL star Philly's Wayne Simmonds is the victim of despicable taunts
Philly's Wayne Simmonds is subjected to a "verbal assault" during a game in the Czech Republic.
"Jeffersons" actor Sherman Hemsley still not buried months after death
A legal dispute erupts over the final resting place of "Jeffersons" actor Sherman Hemsley
Team Obama tries to run Romney’s Jeep charge off the road
ORLANDO, Florida--President
Barack Obama's re-election team waged all-out political war on Monday
against a controversial ad by Republican rival Mitt Romney. The ad
implies, falsely, that...
Sandy Sinks Tall Ship, 14 Rescued and Two Missing
The crew of the HMS Bounty was forced to abandon the tall ship caught in Hurricane Sandy
Fourteen people were rescued this morning from a tall ship that was sunk by Hurricane Sandy, but a Coast Guard helicopter is scouring the churning seas for two crew members who are missing.
Live-blog: Hurricane Sandy bears down on East Coast
Get the latest updates on the massive storm that has forced evacuations from Maryland to Hurricane Sandy, a
massive storm described by forecasters as one of the largest to ever hit
the United States, is making her way towards the population-dense East
Coast.
WWE Champion CM Punk def. Ryback (Hell in a Cell Match)
WWE Champion CM Punk def. Ryback (Hell in a Cell Match)
ATLANTA — Some WWE fans thought it would take an act of God for WWE Champion CM Punk to walk out of his Hell in a Cell Match against Ryback with the title still in his possession. In truth, all it took was an act of deception from the WWE Champion and a WWE official that won’t soon be forgiven.
Holy pop! Obama's campaign snazzes up its slogan
- Associated Press/Jim Cole - President Barack Obama arrives for a campaign event at Elm Street Middle School, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012 in Nashua, N.H. (AP Photo/Jim Cole)
President Barack Obama's campaign slogan is getting a boost!
Is this the NFL's play of the season?
Vick Ballard has one of the plays of the year to give the Colts an OT win
How to handle five scary dating moments
If you can't think of a witty way to break the ice, you can always use this trusty phrase...
East Coast shuts down as superstorm nears
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NEW YORK (AP) — Hurricane Sandy bore down on the Eastern Seaboard's largest cities Monday, forcing the shutdown of mass transit, schools and financial markets, sending coastal residents fleeing, and threatening a dangerous mix of high winds, soaking rain and a surging wall of water up to 11 feet tall.
Simple tips for riding out Hurricanes safely - Hurricane Sandy
Dr. Besser’s 3 Tips to Ride Hurricane Sandy Out Safely
Great iPhone apps to occupy the kids - Most of these won't cost you a dime
You're
heading out for a doctor's appointment, long flight, dull social
engagement, or other event packed with potential for serious boredom.
You have to take the kids -- and you know they're going to get antsy.What do you do?
Once upon a time, the only solution would be to bog yourself down with books, crayons, card games, and other activities. But it's not 1980 anymore, and if you're carrying an iOS device, you're already halfway to the perfect solution.
All you need to do is stock your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch with this collection of hit kid-friendly apps, and you'll have enough to keep them busy for hours.
8 Great Apps That Will Help
Singer, 'Bring It On' star killed by car
Barack Obama Polling Results - News Results
- Reuters/Reuters - U.S. Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney (L) and U.S. President Barack Obama shake hands at the conclusion of the final U.S. presidential debate in Boca Raton, Florida, October 22,
Breaking News - Obama balancing storm response with campaigning
Obama balancing storm response with campaigning
- President Barack Obama walks to …WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama has spent months trying to balance his re-election bid with running the government.
Now, just when his campaign needs him the most, with little more than a week before the election.
Ten best states to retire in this year - Seniors who live in...
Seniors who live in this place add an extra 2 years to their lives
Sunday
Apple founder's secret yacht unveiled - Looks like an iPhone
Apple founder's secret yacht unveiled - Looks like an...
"Can You Guess"?
Eastern U.S. braces for 'Perfect Storm
Waves crash into a pier in Nags Head, N.C., Oct. 27, 2012. (Gerry Broome/AP)
[UPDATED: 8:00 p.m. ET]
"Superstorm." "The Perfect Storm." "Frankenstorm."[UPDATED: 8:00 p.m. ET]
Whatever you want to call it, the East Coast is bracing for Hurricane Sandy, a "rare hybrid storm" that is expected to bring a life-threatening storm surge to the mid-Atlantic coast, Long Island Sound and New York harbor, forecasters say, with winds expected to be at or near hurricane force when it makes landfall sometime on Monday.
Michael Phelps is not so good at crowd-surfing
Michael Phelps is believed to have had a net worth of $40 million prior to the Olympic Games 2012 in London, but that amount is set to sky rocket following his amazing achievements over the past two weeks.
But is his private life set to change all that?
Michael Phelps decided to do a little crowd-surfing at XS, a Vegas club, this week, and as the video above (via TMZ, original finding credit to Papurazzi) shows, it didn't end so well.
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