Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Ricky Martin as Marlon Brando
The new issue of People en Español features Eva Longoria and Ricky Martin among others in their “Los 50 Mas Bellos,” or “50 Most Beautiful,” list this year.The theme of the photo shoot is recreating the iconic Hollywood looks.
US House Passes the "Hate Crimes Prevention Act" aka the "Matthew Shepard Act" by a vote of 249-175
The Democratic-led U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday approved an expansion of federal "hate crime" laws -- an effort that former Republican President George W. Bush had opposed.
On a vote of 249-175, the House passed and sent to the Senate a bill backed by the new Democratic White House to broaden such laws by classifying as "hate crimes" those attacks based on a victim's sexual orientation, gender identity or mental or physical disability.
The current law, enacted four decades ago, limits federal jurisdiction over hate crimes to assaults based on race, color, religion or national origin.(keep reading)
On a vote of 249-175, the House passed and sent to the Senate a bill backed by the new Democratic White House to broaden such laws by classifying as "hate crimes" those attacks based on a victim's sexual orientation, gender identity or mental or physical disability.
The current law, enacted four decades ago, limits federal jurisdiction over hate crimes to assaults based on race, color, religion or national origin.(keep reading)
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
At Arlington with Permission
A US Air Force Honor Guard carries a flag draped casket of US Air Force Staff Sergeant Phillip A. Myers of Hopewell, Va, during a burial service at Arlington Cemetery, April 27, 2009 in Arlington Virginia.Force Staff Sergeant Myers was killed on April 4 by an improvised explosive devise in Afghanistan and was the first casualty be covered by the media upon his return to Dover Air Force Base after the 18-year coverage ban was lifted. Cover is only grant to the media with permission from the family.
Same Sex Marriage Comes to Iowa - Really!
Same-sex couples in Iowa began holding hastily planned weddings Monday, a leap that even some supporters find hard to grasp in the nation's heartland.
At least 360 same-sex couples have applied for marriage licenses in Iowa, with the heaviest concentrations in Linn, Polk, Scott and Johnson counties, according to information collected by The Des Moines Register.
The tally so far includes 26 out-of-state couples, according to a survey of county recorders.
On Monday, Iowa becomes the third state offering same-sex marriage, following Massachusetts and Connecticut. Vermont has passed a law that will take effect in September.(AP)
At least 360 same-sex couples have applied for marriage licenses in Iowa, with the heaviest concentrations in Linn, Polk, Scott and Johnson counties, according to information collected by The Des Moines Register.
The tally so far includes 26 out-of-state couples, according to a survey of county recorders.
On Monday, Iowa becomes the third state offering same-sex marriage, following Massachusetts and Connecticut. Vermont has passed a law that will take effect in September.(AP)
Here are some details on Iowa's process:- Marriage requirements: Two people, over 18, not already legally married, not closely related and legally competent to enter into a civil contract.
- License: Applicants must show proof of identity, pay $35 fee, and have a witness sign the application. Three-day waiting period before wedding may be performed, although this may be waived by judge.
- Ceremony: Must be in Iowa, with both parties, an officiate (judge or leader of a religious faith) and two witnesses present.
-If a same-sex couple have been legally married elsewhere, their marriage is valid in Iowa as of Monday. It is not yet clear if civil unions from another state or registered domestic partnerships will be recognized in Iowa.
-For a divorce, one party must have been a resident of Iowa for at least one year.
Mexico Flu Reaches U.S.,Canada & Europe - Travel Bans Start
Mexican soldiers wear surgical face masks as they stand on an Army vehicle in Mexico City April 26, 2009.Mexico said a new flu virus has killed up to 149 people and it ordered all schools to close across the country on Monday as the disease spread in the United States, Canada and Europe, raising fears of a pandemic.
The flu virus spreads quickly between humans and although it has so far only killed people in Mexico, governments across the world took measures to try to reduce its impact.
The World Health Organization said its emergency committee could decide to raise its pandemic alert level, currently at 3 on a scale of 1 to 6, to phase 4 or 5. The move would show the WHO believes that large outbreaks are possible.(keep reading)
New York Jets Grab Mark Sanchez
Mark Sanchez, a quarterback from Southern California, is introduced to the media at the New York Jets practice facility in Florham Park, N.J. , on Sunday, April 26, 2009.Sanchez was selected as the fifth-overall pick during the first round of the NFL football draft.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Ray of Light : Cristiano Shirtless
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring against Tottenham during their English Premier League soccer match at Old Trafford Stadium, Manchester, England, Saturday April 25, 2009.
Russian V-Day
Russian soldiers marched during a Victory Day parade rehearsal in Alabino, outside Moscow, April 25, 2009.On May 9, Russia will mark the 64th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
Saturday, April 25, 2009
France's Frederick Bousquet
France's Frederick Bousquet,celebrates after winning the Men's 100m Freestyle during the French Swimming Championships in Montpellier, Southwestern France, Friday, April 24, 2009.Bea Arthur, `Golden Girls' Star, Dies At 86
Beatrice Arthur, the tall, deep-voiced actress whose razor-sharp delivery of comedy lines made her a TV star in the hit shows "Maude" and "The Golden Girls" and who won a Tony Award for the musical "Mame," died Saturday. She was 86.Arthur died peacefully at her Los Angeles home with her family at her side, family spokesman Dan Watt said. She had cancer, Watt said, declining to give further details.
"She was a brilliant and witty woman," said Watt, who was Arthur's personal assistant for six years. "Bea will always have a special place in my heart."(keep reading)
Friday, April 24, 2009
Zack Greinke - Fast Ball
Kansas City Royals starter Zack Greinke delivers during the second inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers Friday April 24, 2009 in Kansas City, Mo.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Cristiano Ronaldo
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo reacts during their English Premier League soccer match against Portsmouth at Old Trafford in Manchester, northern England April 22, 2009. Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Chris Pine : Star Trek UK Premiere
Sexy Chris Pine is the youthful incarnation of William Shatner's legendary Captain James Tiberius Kirk. 
Sexy Amir Khan
Amir Khan of Great Britain talks to the media about his forthcoming WBA Light-welterweight fight against Andreas Kotelnik of the Ukraine at O2 Arena on April 22, 2009 in London, England.
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