School Official That Hates Gays Resigns On Anderson Cooper's Show!

An Arkansas school board member that made some very hateful remarks about gay folks resigned on Anderson Cooper's show last night. It seems kind of ironic that the extremely anti-gay Clint McCance would go on a gay man's show to make his announcement. He must have been clueless to the fact that Anderson Cooper is a gay man himself.

Even though Anderson Cooper isn't exactly out of the closet,it's good to see that he cares about gay issues. And he effected change when he got a homophobic man who sits on a school board to resign.We have too many bigots wielding some measure of power already. Good riddance,Clint McCance!

Here's more from The Huffington Post:

"The Arkansas school board member whose homophobic rants on Facebook drew widespread condemnation announced he was resigning on Thursday's "AC360."

Anderson Cooper told viewers that Clint McCance, a member of the Midland School District board in Arkansas, contacted him to set up an interview after his anti-gay Facebook posts sparked a wave of outrage.

The posts, which emerged on Wednesday, were written in response to the "Wear Purple Day" that was launched to show solidarity with gay youth in the wake of a recent string of suicides. In one post, McCance protested the idea behind the initiative.

"They want me to wear purple because five queers committed suicide," he wrote. "The only way I'm wearing for them is if they all commit suicide. I can't believe the people of this world have gotten this stupid.

In another post, he wrote, "it pisses me off, though, that we make special purple fag day for them. I like that fags can't procreate. I also enjoy that they often give each other AIDS and die...I would disown my kids they were gay. They will not be welcome at my home or in my vicinity. I will absolutely run them off."

During McCance's appearance on his show, Cooper confronted him about the extreme anti-gay sentiments he expressed."(END OF EXCERPT) Read more here.

Mariah Carey Finally Reveals Her Pregnancy!

A day after Thandie Newton spilled the beans about Mariah Carey,she broke her silence.On Access Hollywood today, Mariah Carey finally opened up about her pregnancy.Mariah even revealed that she suffered a miscarriage right after she married Nick Cannon. I'm sure that she is taking every precaution to prevent anything from happening this time. Here's to a healthy baby for Mariah & Nick! What a joyous time this must be for them.

A "Botox Bandit" Gets 5 Years For Stealing Beauty Treatments!

When will these self-absorbed folks learn that beauty is truly skin deep.Once you have beautified your inner being,it will show on the surface.Hopefully,this idiotic "botox bandit" will come to that realization during her 5 year prison stint.

Gosh,I can't fathom why people are so shallow.Writing bad checks to get beauty treatments,clothes,etc... is insane.It seems that most people enjoy being very superficial.How did society become so depth-less? Triviality is the order of the day for far too many people.

Here's more on this botox bandit from The L.A. Times:

"A woman known as the "Botox Bandit" for stealing the anti-wrinkle drug in Orange County was sentenced this week to five years in prison, according to local prosecutors.

Melissa Chesney, 46, of Anaheim Hills pleaded guilty to 21 felony counts, including burglary, theft, forgery and grand theft.

Chesney was accused of numerous crimes, but she was most famous for her schemes involving Botox, which made national headlines last year.
"On 17 different occasions between February 2009 and May 2009, Chesney shopped at stores and spas using fake names, identifying information, and fraudulent checks" to obtain Botox, according to a statement from prosecutors. "Chesney used at least seven fraudulent identities at six different businesses." (END OF EXCERPT)Read more here.

Thandie Newton Says Mariah Carey Is Pregnant!

Thandie Newton said on The View today that Mariah Carey had to drop out of "For Colored Girls" because she is "pregnant or something." She then went on to say that "something major is going on in her life." Wow!

That's when the role was offered to Ms. Newton.It seems like Mariah Carey & her husband Nick Cannon have been going to great lengths to conceal her pregnancy.Will she take this opportunity to confirm all of the speculation about her impending motherhood? Because this latest revelation has the internet buzzing right now.

Here's more from Dime Wars:

"Mariah Carey is reportedly pregnant with a baby boy. However, she has not confirmed publicly that she is pregnant.

According to reports, Mariah Carey is four months pregnant and the singer and husband Nick Cannon are overjoyed but have decided not to talk about the pregnancy publicly. Sources say that even though Nick was dodging questions of a pregnancy, he is very open about it with close friends." (END OF EXCERPT)Read more here.

R.I.P. Gregory Issacs! The Cool Ruler Rules In Heaven Now!

Another musical legend has died too soon.Reggae phenomenon,Gregory Issacs,passed away yesterday from lung cancer.He was only 59.One of his biggest hits is "Night Nurse." I will miss his suave voice.Gregory Issacs was truly one of a kind.And now he will never need a "Night Nurse" again.

Here's more from Wikipedia:

"He signed to Island Records and released the record that finally saw him break through to a wider audience, "Night Nurse", the title track from his first album for the label (Night Nurse (1982)).[6] Although "Night Nurse" was not a chart hit in either the UK or US, it was hugely popular in clubs and received heavy radio play, and the album reached #32 in the UK.[7] This success for Isaacs coincided with drug problems with cocaine which saw him serve a six-month prison sentence in Kingston in 1982 for possession of unlicensed firearms.[6][8] Isaacs claimed that he had the weapons only for protection, but it emerged that this was his 27th arrest and that Isaacs had become involved in drug dealing and had become addicted to crack cocaine.[8] He celebrated his release from prison with his second album for Island, Out Deh! (1983).[6] Isaacs was featured in the 1982 documentary Land of Look Behind.

When his contract with Island ended, Isaacs returned in 1984 with the "Kool Ruler Come Again" single, and began a period of prolific recording, working with producers including Prince Jammy, Red Man, Bobby Digital, Tad Dawkins, and Steely & Clevie, maintaining a consistent standard despite the volume of work produced.[4][6] Isaacs then built a strong relationship with Gussie Clarke of the Music Works label. They began with Isaacs' 1985 album Private Beach Party, and had a massive hit with "Rumours" in 1988, which was followed by further popular singles including "Mind Yu Dis", "Rough Neck", "Too Good To Be True", and "Report to Me".[6] The association with Clarke continued into the early 1990s, teaming up with singers including Freddie McGregor, Ninjaman, and JC Lodge.[6] He duetted with Beres Hammond on the 1993 Philip "Fatis" Burrell-produced "One Good Turn", Burrell also producing Isaacs' 1994 album Midnight Confidential.[6]

In the 1990s the African Museum label continued to release all of Isaacs' music, and that of artists he produced. In 1997 Simply Red covered "Night Nurse" and had a hit with it. Isaacs continued to record and perform live in the 2000s. In 2005 Lady Saw produced another version of "Night Nurse" with her toasting over the original lyrics.

Isaacs' drug addiction had a major impact on his voice, with most of his teeth falling out as a result.[8] Isaccs said of his addiction in 2007: "Drugs are a debasing weapon. It was the greatest college ever, but the most expensive school fee ever paid – the Cocaine High School. I learnt everything, and now I've put it on the side."[8]

He also performed at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2007 Inauguration at Jamaica.

In 2007 he collaborated with the Spanish rap group Flowklorikos album Donde Duele Inspira.

In 2008, after some 40 years as a recording artist, Isaacs released a new studio album Brand New Me. The album received positive reviews from critics, such as this review from Reggae Vibes: "Gregory is back, and how! 'Brand New Me' is a very suitable album title for the cool ruler's new album. He is back in a different style, more or less like we were used to from this great 'lovers & roots' artist"[9]

His nicknames include Cool Ruler[10] and Lonely Lover.

After a long battle with lung cancer, Isaacs died on October 25, 2010 at his home in south London." (END OF EXCERPT)Read more here.

Sesame Street's Ode To The Beauty Of Black Hair!

I'm really glad that Sesame Street did a segment on black hair.Kids of all races get to see a black Sesame Street character talk about how much she loves her hair.The diversity of black hair was featured in the segment as well.You saw everything from afros to cornrows.With all of the wigs & lace-fronts that I see on a daily basis,I think that this is a message that kids need to see.

There is no need to cover your black hair with a European-style wig every day.We don't need to process our hair,either.Straight hair is only one hair type.Curly hair is another.One is not better than the other.

Discover the beauty of your natural hair.If you moisturize & nurture it,you will be rewarded.Then,you'll be singing the same tune as this Sesame Street character.

Self-love is a beautiful thing.Kudos to Sesame Street for trying to teach kids to love themselves as they are.

Alicia Keys Had Her Baby!!!

So,there is now a Egypt Daoud Dean Beatz in the world.The baby boy emerged from Alicia Key's womb today.What an interesting name.Anyway,congratulations to the proud musical couple known as Swizz Beatz.They've just added a very special note to their love song.

Here's more from E!Online:

"Mary J. Blige first tweeted the news: "I'm So excited 2 Congratulate my brother @therealswizzz and @Alicia keys on there New, baby, boy!!!!!!!"

Beatz then confirmed the news on his own Twitter, writing: "I'm so thankful for everything I been blessed with in my life wowwwwww!"

Daoud, pronounced da-ood, is Arabic for David, and is Beatz's middle name.

This is the first child for Keys. Beatz has three other children from previous relationships."(END OF EXCERPT)Read more here.

Tennessee Teacher Has A Temper Tantrum In Class!

Donald Woods is the 11th grade Algebra teacher who went bananas on the students that he teaches at McGavock High School in Nashville,Tennessee.Mr. Woods became quite unruly after chastising his students for their behavior.I'm glad that the kids didn't emulate his crazy antics.

Maybe this veteran teacher needs to think about a new profession.Kids need adults to behave responsibly at all times.Even when they are not.Teachers & parents must set good examples for kids.Kids will be kids.And adults should BE adults.

Here's more from abc7:

"A veteran high school algebra teacher in Tennessee had a major meltdown in front of his students.

The bizarre incident was caught on tape by an 11th grade student who posted it on YouTube.

The footage shows the teacher, Donald Woods throwing furniture and yelling at the students. Several of them ran out of the classroom.

Woods was eventually handcuffed and taken away on a stretcher. Officials said he suffered from an apparent nervous breakdown.

Woods has been a teacher in Nashville for 17 years.He has been placed on administrative leave."(END OF EXCERPT)Read the rest here.

Toni Braxton's Financial Woes Still Plague Her!

I have a lot of empathy for Toni Braxton.She is a divorced,single mother who has a child with autism.Ms. Braxton is dealing with enough issues already.Unfortunately,she has financial woes as well.

It's hard to keep the celebrity lifestyle going.In other words,cultivating & maintaining an image can be an expensive endeavor along.Those weaves,personal trainers,etc... can put a person into debt.

When you add in all of the other expenses such as family & bills,the price tag can drag you down into a financial pit.And that's exactly what Toni Braxton has found herself in,even though she is a millionaire.In order to get herself out of that money pit,she has filed for bankruptcy again.

Here's more on that from TMZ:

"Braxton -- who sold more than 40 million albums in her career -- just filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in California ... and in the docs, the singer claims she's only worth somewhere between $1 mil and $10 mil ... but she could have up to $50 mil in debts.

In the docs, 43-year-old Braxton lists a ton of creditors to whom she thinks she may owe money... including:

-- AT&T
-- The Four Seasons Hotels
-- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
-- Various medical bills
-- DirecTV
-- Neiman Marcus
-- The William Morris Agency
-- Tiffany & Co.
-- Orkin Pest Control
-- The Internal Revenue Service
-- BMW Financial Services
-- ADT Security
-- American Express
-- Flamingo Las Vegas
-- Mesa Air Conditioning
-- Nevada Power Company
-- Screen Actors Guild
-- The Westin
-- Wells Fargo Bank


Braxton also claims she may owe money to the City of L.A. Parking Violations Bureau -- and the DMV in both California and Nevada.

Braxton has a storied history of financial problems -- she filed for bankruptcy back in 1998 ... and earlier this year, the IRS filed a lien against her for $396k."(END OF EXCERPT)Read the entire post here.

Another Lion Attack In The Ukraine!

I've never liked the circus that much.What if those tamed lions decide to go wild & attack people? Well,that's what some audience members who went to a Ukraine circus were undoubtedly thinking after they witnessed two lions attack its trainer!

One lady said that she was trying to get her kid out of there before the lions lunged at them.What a horrific time they had at the circus watching a man get mauled by lions!I just hope the kids who witnessed that incident won't be plagued by nightmares.

Here's more from CBS:

"The countries of the former Soviet Union have a circus tradition that goes back at least 100 years and their performers are known around the world.

But on Saturday, a performance of one of those circuses went horribly wrong, and an American family got it all on video.

CBS News correspondent Betty Nguyen reported on "The Early Show" the city of Lviv in Ukraine is known as the "City of Lions," but a shocking new video gives that nickname a new meaning.

Video taken by American father Doug Sheperd following an initial attack on Ukrainian lion tamer Oleksie Pinko shows the trainer trying to keep the lion at bay with a steel rod.

Doug Shepherd told CBS News via Skype, "Kids are screaming, and kids are only 10 feet away and (my family was) probably 35 feet away."

The video shows the lion roaring, lunging and striking, and another lion joins in, biting down on the trainer's left arm.

Circus workers quickly attempted to hose down the angry lions, separating them from their prey. The crowd, including Shepherd's own two children, scream in terror.

Masha Shepherd told CBS News, "I was just grabbing my daughter and trying to run because I thought that they were going to come out." (END OF EXCERPT)Read more here.

Rick Sanchez Is On "The List You Don't Want To Be On!"

There was a segment on The Rick Sanchez Show that was called "The List You Don't Want To Be On." Well, after receiving the news that he was fired from CNN,he is now on a list that no one wants to be on. The unemployed list.

Rick Sanchez has lost his gig because he called Jon Stewart a "bigot." He went on a big rant about Jews as well. Was he trying to get fired when he said that CNN is ran by Jews? He must have been high or something.

Here's what CNN has to say about it:

"CNN anchor Rick Sanchez abruptly left the network Friday afternoon, just one day after making controversial comments on a satellite radio program.

"Rick Sanchez is no longer with the company," according to a statement from CNN. "We thank Rick for his years of service and we wish him well."

On Thursday, Sanchez appeared on the XM Sirius radio program "Stand-Up with Pete Dominick." During the interview with Dominick, Sanchez called "The Daily Show's" Jon Stewart "a bigot" and then said that he was bigoted against "everybody else who's not like him. Look at his show, I mean, what does he surround himself with?"Dominick pressed for specifics, and Sanchez, who is Cuban-American, responded,"That's what happens when you watch yourself on his show every day, and all they ever do is call you stupid."

Dominick, who was once the warm-up comic at Stewart's Comedy Central show and now has a spot on CNN's "John King, USA," noted that Stewart is Jewish and so a minority himself.

"I'm telling you that everybody who runs CNN is a lot like Stewart, and a lot of people who run all the other networks are a lot like Stewart, and to imply that somehow they, the people in this country who are Jewish, are an oppressed minority? Yeah," Sanchez responded.

The comments were widely quoted online and on social media.

Sanchez's 3 to 5 p.m. daily spot will be filled by "CNN Newsroom" for the "foreseeable future," CNN said.(END OF ARTICLE) Read more here.

Beware Of The Brazilian Blowout!

Good Morning America's report on Brazilian blow-outs is astonishing on so many levels. The women featured in the segment want "bone-straight" hair. Kinky or curly hair like mines is considered "difficult" & "unmanageable." Well, I manage my curls just fine,thank you!

When I see minorities obsess over straight hair,it makes me cringe. Especially when the minority happens to be African-American. Don't they know that straight hair is a European or Western standard of beauty? Beauty is not one-dimensional. I love curly hair more than I do straight hair. But,society wants me to feel otherwise.

Far too many people are willing to risk their hairline by wearing a lace-front weave in order to have hair that looks more European.And you may be risking your health in your quest to have European hair if you get a Brazilian blow-out. So,beware!