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(NEWSER) – With the 100th Tour de France set to begin, Lance Armstrong as good as called every previous winner a cheater. "It's impossible to win the Tour de France without doping because the tour is an endurance event where oxygen is decisive," he told France's La Monde, reports AFP via Business Insider. "To take one example, EPO (erythropoetin) will not help a sprinter to win a 100-meter, but it will be decisive for a 10,000-meter runner. It's obvious."


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Kate Upton joins Braves B.J. Upton and Justin Upton on Sports Illustrated cover (finally!)
Back when the Atlanta Braves signed B.J. Upton and traded for Justin Upton, some people thought they were so clever with the puns. "Upton here, Upton here," for example. "Upton Saturday Night," for another. The Uptons were reunited on a major league team and it was going to be something!
You would have thought Sports Illustrated magazine would have gotten into the act sometime before opening day, but instead they've joined in as we open the 2013 playoffs with the ultimate Upton juxtaposition:
Supermodel Kate Upton with the baseball brothers on the cover:
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Yeah, about that. Even though it's probably a regional cover, it's kind of an awkward choice. If they gave an award for least valuable player, B.J. Upton would win it (lose it?) in a runaway. For roughly $12 million in salary this season, the Braves got a stat line of .184/.268/.289 with nine homers, 30 runs scored, 12 stolen bases and 151 strikeouts in 391 at-bats.
[Rewind: Kate Upton gives Arnold Palmer a golf lesson]
Now, if you look at how Adam Dunn rebounded from his 2011 season, when he bottomed out, there's hope for the future of B.J. Upton. But now? He doesn't belong on the obnoxious subscription card, much less the cover. Are we even sure that manager Fredi Gonzalez will let B.J. see the field against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS? There's a joke in here somewhere about B.J. having a better shot getting to first base with Kate than he does against Clayton Kershaw, but that's his sister — so it ain't cool. At least there's no way the S.I. cover jinx can make him any worse. (Justin Upton, though, is endangered in that regard.)
At least Justin started strong and ended strong this season, and wound up giving what Justin Upton usually does. He's all right for the cover, even if other Braves had better seasons. Freddie Freeman hugging Kate Upton would make a lot of sense for a cover. Evan Gattis wearing his myriad odd-job uniforms from his previous life. Craig Kimbrel doing something Craig Kimbrel-y.
No, here's the shot: Chris Johnson and Brian McCann giving a disapproving look to the Uptons on the cover.
Kate Upton's own connection to baseball is thin. She used to date Justin Verlander, it was alleged. That's it. If anything, this seems like another chance for S.I. to put its cover girl on the front. And we fell for it!

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(NEWSER) – Taliban members attacked the US consulate in Herat, western Afghanistan, this morning, setting off two car suicide bombs and launching a gunfight with Afghan security forces, the AP reports. Two Afghan police officers and an Afghan security guard were killed; some 17 civilians were injured, the BBC reports. As for consulate staff, they're all "safe and accounted for," the US says. At least seven of the attackers died, the AP notes. US forces were brought in to secure the area, Washington says.


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UConn husky dog logo promotes rape, says student
The new logo for the University of Connecticut's sports teams is a terrifying husky dog that calls to mind images of sexual assault, says one student.
The new logo was unveiled last week, receiving mixed-to-negative reviews from UConn fans who preferred the older, cuter husky dog.
But one student went much further, criticizing the new, meaner logo for being a pro-rape symbol.
In an open letter to UC President Susan Herbst, self-described feminist student Carolyn Luby wrote that the redesigned team logo will intimidate women and empower rape culture.
UConn basketball coach Geno Auriemma said the logo "is looking right through you and saying, 'Do not mess with me.' This is a streamlined, fighting dog, and I cannot wait for it to be on our uniforms and court."
In response, Luby wrote, "What terrifies me about the admiration of such traits is that I know what it feels like to have a real life Husky look straight through you and to feel powerless, and to wonder if even the administration cannot 'mess with them.' And I know I am not alone."


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Report: Alex Rodriguez's representatives talking settlement with MLB
Earlier in the week Big League Stew brought you up to date on the New York Daily News reportindicating that Alex Rodriguez could either take a deal that would suspend him for the rest of 2013 and all of 2014, or face a lifetime ban from baseball.
On Wednesday, Craig Calcaterra of Hardball Talk reaffirmed baseball's position. His report was later supported by USA Today's Bob Nightengale, who added that up to eight more players could have their suspensions announced by the weekend. That's big news in itself, but obvious focus goes directly on A-Rod. We also know the term "lifetime ban" has been connected to Rodriguez a lot even before these recent reports, but this is the first true indication that it's more than just a possibility and is now on the table as a realistic option for MLB.
Up until this point A-Rod's attorney David Cornwell said any suspension would be appealed, regardless of length. Obviously that outlook has changed now in wake of the latest news, because ESPN's T.J. Quinn reported on Wednesday night that A-Rod's representative's had now entered into negotiations on a settlement with the league with the understanding that it could result in a lengthy suspension that will keep him off the field through the 2014 season.
Here's more from Quinn's report:
Several sources have told "Outside the Lines" that some MLB officials have pushed for a lifetime ban, saying they would rather force Rodriguez to defend himself than agree to a suspension that allows him play while he appeals. Rodriguez was presented with MLB's evidence in recent days, detailing what sources said were "volumes" of documents establishing a connection between Rodriguez and Biogenesis clinic founder Tony Bosch.
Sources said MLB was also given evidence supporting accusations that Rodriguez attempted to coerce at least one witness in MLB's investigation. That accusation is the basis of MLB's argument that Rodriguez may be punished for his conduct, in addition to multiple violations of the game's joint drug agreement.
MLB is apparently hoping that Rodriguez will accept a lengthy suspension that could keep him off the field through at least next season, without the time and trouble of an arbitration hearing.
We know what the league wants. Now we know what A-Rod and his reps are currently seeking. A suspension of any length is likely to squash whatever productivity Rodriguez has left anyway (plus he'll be clean). He'll never earn back his reputation on the field. And even though we're learning new information by the week, it feels like we're talking and reporting in circles.
If they truly do reach a settlement by the weekend, that would be the best news all season. August and September should be about what's happening on the field, not what's happening at an arbitration hearing.


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WATCH: Roger Sanchez releases music video for 'My Roots'
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Roger Sanchez is going back to his roots for his new single.
"My Roots" is the second track from his upcoming new album, and takes his sound back to classic New York House, but with a 2013 spin.
The video uses animation and was directed by a film student at the University of Southern California, and features various New York City staples like a museum which looks like The Met, the subway, and of course the famous - and busy - NYC streets.
Roger says of his new music video, "The initial concept I had was to create a series of graphic stills based on my love of street art and also to depict different elements of the roots of my music and have them 'come to life.' What Sherif did was to bring in additional layers: playing with black and white as well as vivid colors and working with a creative artist who literally paints people into a graphic still life."
"My Roots" is out on Beatport now, and will be available on iTunes & everywhere else October 8th. The track sees remixes from Technasia, Alexei & Carlos Kinn, and Sonny Fodera.
On his new single, Roger says, "There is a rebirth of underground house music and a new, young audience that is discovering this sound and really looking for deeper and sexier sounds and vibes. I think that dance music has grown and matured, especially in the United States but also globally, and audiences are really looking for more variety and depth within the genre."


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Arcadia, CA, June 25, 2014 -- HRTV (R), The Network for Horse Sports, will offer racing fans an intriguing new show when it premieres, "The Horizon," on Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m. ET.
Co-hosted by Zoe Cadman and Daily Racing Form's Brad Free, "The Hori
zon" is an hour-long show which will air every on Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. ET, and is specifically designed to shine a spotlight on emerging young equine stars on the racing scene.
It also provides a perfect lead-in to HRTV's busy weekend coverage, and is followed both Saturday and Sunday by "Westrock Coffee First Call" at Noon ET, and "Race Day America" at 1 p.m. ET.
Racing is always seeking to identify its next group of young stars on the cusp of greatness, and "The Horizon" will be devoted to that pursuit, by both previewing, and reviewing, prominent maiden and allowance 2-year-old races through the second half of the busy racing season. HRTV will show major 2-year-old races from Saratoga, Del Mar, Gulfstream Park, and more, throughout the summer.
In addition, "The Horizon" will recap noteworthy 3-year-old races.
Cadman and Free will provide in-depth analysis of these key maiden, and allowance, races and continue to follow potential stars in important stakes races through the fall and leading into the Breeders' Cup. Viewers will get race replays, and pedigree analysis as the racing season hits full throttle.
"The summer racing season is always exciting and annually unveils a number of outstanding young stars," said Scott Daruty, President of HRTV. "'The Horizon' will be focused solely on identifying those talented newcomers, and following their progression on the possible paths to greatness."
About HRTV
HRTV, The Network for Horse Sports, is a television-based multimedia network dedicated to equine sports. HRTV's programming features horse racing from top U.S. and international racetracks, as well as a wide range of world-class English horse riding and Western horse riding competitions, news, original programming and award-winning documentaries covering the world of horse sports. The live stream of HRTV is available on a subscription basis to high-speed Internet users worldwide at www.tvg2.com. In the U.S., the HRTV television network is available via telco, cable and satellite in over 19 million homes.
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WATCH: Bizarre Play Leaves Reds, Indians Confused
Cleveland had a promising rally cut short in the seventh. Yan Gomes doubled to the base of the wall in right to plate Chisenhall. David Murphy, who singled, went to third. A baseball got loose from the Reds bullpen beyond the wall in right and went in the vicinity of the cut-off man. Murphy seemed confused at the time, thinking the ball on the outfield grass was in play. He was thrown out trying to get back to third. That was the first out of the inning and Cueto retired the ensuing two batters to escape the frame.


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Sarah Palin To Return To Fox News Channel
Sarah Palin is returning to the Fox News Channel. The network announced Thursday that the former Alaska Governor would rejoin the FNC team as a commentator next week. She'll also make appearances on the Fox Business Network. The reunion comes just months after Palin's sudden exit following a rumored rift between the onetime vice presidential candidate and Fox News Channel boss Roger Ailes.


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Toby Keith will soon open the OK Kids Korral. The country star is slated to take part in the Grand Opening Event for the facility, which will take place at the Oklahoma Health Center Campus in Oklahoma City on November 21st.
The singer has spent the past ten years raising money for the facility through his Toby Keith Foundation. The OK Kids Korral is a 25-thousand-square foot space for pediatric cancer patients and their families. It features 16 rooms including a game room, a theater, a family resource room, a reflective room, a laundry room, and 12 overnight suites. There's also a special wing for children with weakened immune systems, as well as indoor and outdoor play areas.
Toby says he's thrilled to see the OK Kids Korral finally ready to open, and is extending his gratitude to everyone who has contributed over the years to make it a reality.
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Fast-food workers from three states are suing McDonald's, claiming a variety of wage theft practices, including forcing workers to clock out but remain at work, docking pay to purchase company-required uniforms and stiffing employees on overtime.
Two dozen McDonald's workers are named plaintiffs in the six lawsuits filed Wednesday and Thursday in Michigan, California and New York. But if the courts grant the suits class action status, tens of thousands more workers could join.
"Our clients are among the most economically vulnerable, and they work for a company that earned more than $5 billion in profits," said Joe Sellers, an attorney who filed the suits in New York and California.
"We are currently reviewing the allegations in the lawsuits," said McDonald's spokeswoman Heidi Barker Sa Shekhem in a statement. "McDonald's and our independent franchisees are committed to undertaking a comprehensive investigation of the allegations and will take any necessary actions as they apply to our respective organizations."
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Proponent's Argument for voting Yes:
[Rep. Kucinich, D-OH]:The American people oppose this war by a margin of two to one. Nearly 2/3 of Americans say the war isn't worth fighting. We are spending $100 billion per year on this war. There are those who are saying the war could last at least another 10 years. Are we willing to spend another $1 trillion on a war that doesn't have any exit plan, for which there is no timeframe to get out, no endgame, where we haven't defined our mission? The question is not whether we can afford to leave. The question is, can we afford to stay? And I submit we cannot afford to stay. The counterintelligence strategy of General Petraeus is an abysmal failure, and it needs to be called as such.
Opponent's Argument for voting No:
[Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, R-FL]: This resolution would undermine the efforts of our military and our international partners in Afghanistan and would gravely harm our Nation's security. 3,000 people died on Sep. 11 because we walked away once from Afghanistan, thinking that it didn't matter who controlled that country. We were wrong then. Let us not make the same mistake twice. Completing our mission in Afghanistan is essential to keeping our homeland safe. This is about our vital national security interests. It is about doing what is necessary to ensure that al Qaeda and other extremists cannot reestablish safe havens such as the ones they had in Afghanistan when the 9/11 attacks were planned against our Nation and our people. The enemy, indeed, is on the run. It is demoralized and divided. Let us not give up now.
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Left 113th Congress, 2013-2014:
AL-1: Jo Bonner(R,resigned)
FL-13:Bill Young(R,deceased)
FL-19:Trey Radel(R,arrested)
IL-2: Jesse L. Jackson(D,convicted)
LA-5: Rodney Alexander(R,resigned)
MA-5: Ed Markey(D,elected)
MO-8: Jo Ann Emerson(R,resigned)
NC-12:Mel Watt(D,appointed)
NJ-1: Rob Andrews(D,investigated)
SC-1: Tim Scott(R,appointed)
Newly-elected special elections 2013-2014:
AL-1: Bradley Byrne(R)
FL-13:David Jolly(R)
FL-19:Curt Clawson(R)
IL-2: Robin Kelly(D)
LA-5: Vance McAllister(R)
MA-5: Katherine Clark(D)
MO-8: Jason Smith(R)
NC-12: Pending Jul.15
NJ-1: Pending Nov.4
SC-1: Mark Sanford(R)
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GA-11:Barry Loudermilk(R)
MA-6 :Richard Tisei(R)
TX-4: John Ratcliffe(R)
VA-7: Dave Brat(R)
AL-6 :Gary Palmer(R)
AR-4 :Bruce Westerman(R)
CA-11:Mark DeSaulnier(R)
CA-33:Ted Lieu(D)
CA-35:Norma Torres(D)
CA-45:Mimi Walters(R)
CO-4 :Ken Buck(R)
GA-1 :Buddy Carter(R)
GA-10:Jody Hice(R)
IA-1 :Pat Murphy(D)
MI-4 :John Moolenaar(R)
MI-12:Debbie Dingell(D)
MI-14:Brenda Lawrence(D)
MN-6 :Tom Emmer(R)
NC-6 :Mark Walker(R)
NC-7 :David Rouzer(R)
NJ-12:Bonnie Watson Coleman(R)
NY-4 :Kathleen Rice(D)
OK-5 :Steve Russell(R)
PA-13:Brendan Boyle(D)
TX-36:Brian Babin(R)
UT-4 :Mia Love(R)
VA-8 :Don Beyer(D)
Retiring to run for Senate in 2014:
AR-4: Tom Cotton(R)
CO-4: Cory Gardner(R)
GA-1: Jack Kingston(R)
GA-10:Paul Broun(R)
GA-11:Phil Gingrey(R)
HI-1: Colleen Hanabusa(D)
IA-1: Bruce Braley(D)
LA-6: Bill Cassidy(R)
MI-14:Gary Peters(D)
MT-0: Steve Daines(R)
OK-5: James Lankford(R)
TX-36:Steve Stockman(R)
WV-2: Shelley Moore Capito(R)
Former Reps running for House in 2014:
CA-3: Doug Ose(R)
CA-31:Joe Baca(D)
HI-1: Charles Djou(R)
IL-10:Bob Dold(R)
IL-17:Bobby Schilling(R)
KS-4: Todd Tiahrt(R)
MI-4: Peter Konetchy(R)
MI-14:Hansen Clarke(D)
MS-4: Gene Taylor(D)
MT-0: Denny Rehberg(R)
NH-1: Frank Guinta(R)
NY-11:Vito Fossella(R)
NY-18:Nan Hayworth(R)
OH-7: John Boccieri(D)
PA-13:Marjorie Margolies(D)
TX-23:Francisco Canseco(R)
Lost primary 2014:
GA-11:Bob Barr(R)
MA-6: John Tierney(D)
TX-4: Ralph Hall(R)
VA-7: Eric Cantor(R)
MI-11:Kerry Bentivolio(R)
Retiring to run for State Office in 2014:
AR-2: Tim Griffin(R)
CA-35:Gloria McLeod(D)
ME-2: Mike Michaud(D)
PA-13:Allyson Schwartz(D)
VI-0: Donna Christensen(D)
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AL-6: Spencer Bachus(R)
AZ-7: Ed Pastor(D)
CA-11:George Miller(D)
CA-25:Howard McKeon(R)
CA-31:Gary Miller(R)
CA-33:Henry Waxman(D)
CA-45:John Campbell(R)
IA-3: Tom Latham(R)
MI-4: Dave Camp(R)
MI-6: Tom Petri(R)
MI-12:John Dingell(D)
MN-6: Michele Bachmann(R)
NC-6: Howard Coble(R)
NC-7: Mike McIntyre(D)
NJ-3: Jon Runyan(R)
NJ-12:Rush Holt(D)
NY-4: Carolyn McCarthy(D)
NY-21:Bill Owens(D)
PA-6: Jim Gerlach(R)
UT-4: Jim Matheson(D)
VA-8: James Moran(D)
VA-10:Frank Wolf(R)
WA-4: Doc Hastings(R)
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Pelosi: "Why Are We At The Brink Again?"
(Washington, DC) -- House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi asks, "Why are we at the brink again?" In a Capitol news conference, Pelosi accused House Republicans of provoking another crisis as a government shutdown looms next week. The feds run out of money early Tuesday morning without a bipartisan deal to extend funding. Many Republicans insist on defunding Obamacare as a condition for extending government spending. Pelosi called it a "Tea Party ransom" and said defunding the healthcare law is not going to happen. She argued that conservatives who run the House are banging their heads against the wall "at the expense of the country."


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INTERVIEW: NERVO at TomorrowWorld
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The Nervo sisters have been writing music since they were 16 years old, and over the past few years have taken the dance music industry by storm. The girls have played at all the major festivals and clubs, and have released some big tunes - which were supported by some of the world's biggest DJs. Not to mention they are now easy, breezy, beautiful COVERGIRLS! Liv and Mim continue to thrive in dance music with their unique and awesome sense of style.
We caught up with the girls before their set on the main stage at TomorrowWorld where they talked about their new single "Not Taking This No More," writing songs for some of the biggest pop artists, what they're working on now, and ... nail polish! Check it out below:
Are you excited to be playing on the main stage at TomorrowWorld?
Yes. We are, a bit nervous. Yeah, we've just been going through our set and we are going to be playing a few records that are not really finished yet. But we wanna test them out and what better place to test them out than here.
How do you think that TomorrowWorld compares to Tomorrowland?
They feel like they're related. They feel like brothers and sisters. It feels like this is the little sister. It's slightly smaller scale, well it's quite a bit smaller. TomorrolLand is just huge, like you just get lost. But the vibe is here. It's got a hippie vibe to it, like an Alice in Wonderland kind of escape vibe. And I love the fields, and you see the water down there. That's how it feels like in Belgium, so it's great. They've done really well. And the weather's perfect, which is often not the case for Tomorrowland.
You just released your new single "Not Taking This No More" with Ivan Gough and Beverley Knight. Tell us about the song?
We wanted to do a record that had a soul vocalist in it. We did one a while ago with Norman Doray called "Something to Believe In," but we grew up on like that old school house, soulful house. And we also loved to listen to a lot of deep house as well, which still features a lot of soul vocals. These days, in kind of the more big room mainstream house, you don't really hear so much of it. So we wanted to pay homage to that vocal sound but with more of a fresh track. Like a bigger … like a banging main room track. So that's what we tried to do.
[Buy "Not Taking This No More" on Beatport]
You've penned songs for artists like Ke$ha, Jennifer Hudson, Nicole Scherzinger. How did you guys get into writing for those artists?
We've always been writers we've been writing music now, well since we were 16. So, we just got an opportunity with meeting their A&R [and] they'd be like, "Hey girls, do you have anything for these people?" And we'd work something out in the studio, and next thing they know they'd be recording it. And then when a few artists started picking up our songs, and we had a bit of success with other artists, then we were given a record deal, and now we get to finally release records as Nervo, which is super exciting.
You girls sang on the Tomorrowland anthem from a few years ago. Do you plan to use your own vocals more?
I think that was the first ever record we recorded on. Like we had our vocals as final master. "We're All No One" as well, it was right back at the same time. The thing is, is we always sing our demos, like if we're ever doing top lines, the melody and lyrics. Because it's easier than hiring in a vocalist. So we often just put ideas down and in both these cases, "We Are All No One" and "The Way We See the World," we couldn't find anyone to do the vocal for us in time. I remember having a massive fight with Nick (Afrojack), and Dimi and Mike, and they were like, "Guys we are keeping your vocals," and we're like, "No, take us off, we don't wanna be on it," and now we are so happy we did because people really responded well to it. We gotta be careful now, because now we're recording so many of our own vocals on our own tracks, that our sets are becoming very - our vocal-heavy, which we don't really want. So now we've swung the other way. Now we are looking for other people to feature.
Is there anyone that you want to work with?
There are so many, loads that we want to work with. I'd love to work with Imogen Heap. I just think she's such an incredibly talented artist and vocalist. We've done a record with Sneaky Sound System, they are some friends of ours in Australia. Again, that's a soulful vocal, isn't it? We really love Jake Shears from the Scissor Sisters. We kind of like interesting sounding vocals, all the big soul vocals. We are suckers for a big soul vocal.
You've had a busy, 2013. You released a ton of tracks, and you're at all these big festivals and clubs, Ibiza, everywhere! And you ladies are COVERGIRLS. What is being a COVERGIRL like?
We've had a crazy ride, you know. 2013 has been so great to us and becoming COVERGIRLS was a big thing for us. Something, we can die happy, we can tell people on our deathbeds, tell our grandkids "We were COVERGIRLS, yay!" So yeah, we are just really enjoying the ride. We love what we do, we love that electronic music is getting so much attention around the world, so we're just gonna keep going with it for as long as it lasts, you know.
What was it like seeing your own commercial on TV?
Crazy! And when I did the Grammy slot, that was crazy because we had so many friends in America who were watching the Grammys and were actually at the Grammys. Our phones were just being blown up with, "Oh, my God, I just saw your ad." We know that feeling because often we'll work with artists like Ke$ha or Kylie or David and we'll see them on TV and we'll text them! We get like a little buzz. You're like, "Oh my God, I just saw you on TV." So it's cute when it's the other way around.
You always have great manicures, with really cool designs and colors. If you guys had your own nail polish, what color would it be and what would you name it?
We'd have to call it Nervo I think, just for consistency. There are too many colors. I'm greedy, I would want a few colors. I know you'd wanna bedazzle it a bit. Like more is more! (laughter) We'd probably have to texturize it with something. I really like dark colors so maybe like a black base or a navy blue glossy base with gold. Or black metallic pink. Like little stars even, that just like solidify in the nail polish. That would be cool. It would be cool to get some TomorrowWorld nail art, like put little mushrooms on your nail, and the butterflies, and lollipops.
Are you working on an album?
We are constantly putting little ideas together on the road, but we are taking off a bit of time in November to knuckle down and hopefully finish some of the final mixes. We need to pick which records are gonna make the album, and then finish them. So yeah, it's coming along nicely. It's just about stopping, and being in the studio. I think the first single for the album should be around WMC, next year. So March, because we have three more releases coming that we know until then.
What can you tell us about those?
Do you know what, we have a little bit of a rule; we don't speak until it's totally done because you don't want to ever jinx it. But there are some beautiful artists that we really respect and adore, that are featuring on this so far.
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U.S. to Push for Israeli Seat on U.N. Security Council
President Obama's nominee to be ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power, is a late convert to the pro-Israel cause, but today she promised to fiercely advocate for the Jewish state, including fighting to help Israel obtain a nonpermanent seat on the U.N. Security Council.
Power, a close confidante of President Barack Obama and a former top White House official, received a warm welcome today at her confirmation hearing to replace Susan Rice as the U.S. permanent representative to the U.N. But senators pressed Power on her previous statements that caused a rift between her and elements of the pro-Israel community. Her answers showed that she has come around to the view that America's role at the U.N. is to staunchly defend its top Middle East ally and to oppose Palestinian efforts to seek greater international recognition.
"The United States has no greater friend in the world than the state of Israel," Power told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Wednesday. "We share security interests, we share core values, and we have a special relationship with Israel."
She criticized the U.N. General Assembly and the U.N. Human Rights Council for repeatedly passing resolutions criticizing Israel and delegitimizing the Jewish state.
"And just as I have done as President Obama's U.N. adviser at the White House, I will stand up for Israel and work tirelessly to defend it," she said.
Chairman Robert Menendez (D-NJ) asked Power directly if she would work to support Israel's bid for a seat on the U.N. Security Council, which contains five permanent members and 10 rotating seats assigned by region. Israel, which has never sat on the Security Council, wants to be admitted as a representative of the Western European group of countries, due to its poor relations with its Middle Eastern neighbors.
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WATCH: Sherri Shepherd Tearfully Addresses The View Departure
"The View" returned from its holiday hiatus on Monday, giving Sherri Shepherd and Jenny McCarthy their first chance to address their upcoming departures from the show.
Or, as Whoopi Goldberg put it, the "giant, neon pink gorilla in the room."
McCarthy took the lead by saying that the reports of their exits were "not true," sending the audience into rapturous applause — until she made clear she was just joking.
The newest co-host went on to say that "after much consideration, I've taken a new job, that will allow me to do what I do best, which is talk without having to interrupt anyone."
McCarthy didn't reveal what the gig is, but hinted that it may compete with "The View."
Shepherd was far more emotional, confessing that behind-the-scenes, it was "known since the spring that I did not intend to return to the show once my contract ended in August."
"I didn't discuss anything publicly, anything in my personal life, because I didn't want to do anything to distract from Barbara Walters and our celebration of her retirement in May," explained the actress-comedienne.
Shepherd, who has been on the morning chat-fest for seven years, cried as she thanked her past and present colleagues, and even snuck in a Bill Clinton hooker joke.
Last month, reports said that Shepherd's "View" exit follows failed contract negotiations, while McCarthy was let go after just one season as the show moves "in an exciting new direction."
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The Myth of Welfare and Drug Use
Last year, Utah Republicans passed and enacted a law that mandated drug testing for welfare recipients.
Now, if you're the kind of person who forwards apocryphal stories about voter impersonation and drug-addled welfare queens, this makes sense to you—obviously, if you're on public assistance, you're probably using drugs. But, if you the kind of person who takes facts seriously, this is a ridiculous idea.
While drug use is more common among women receiving welfare, the overall incidence rate is small; in one study, only 3.6 percent of recipients satisfied screening criteria for drug abuse or dependence. Among food-stamp recipients—another group targeted for testing—the rate is similarly low.
The myth of welfare recipients spending their benefits on drugs is just that—a myth. And indeed, in Utah, only 12 people out of 466—or 2.5 percent—showed evidence of drug use after a mandatory screening. The total cost to the state was $25,000, or far more than the cost of providing benefits to a dozen people. The only thing "gained" from mandatory drug testing is the humiliation of desperate people.
Which, judging from the GOP's continued enthusiasm for the idea, is enough. In Ohio, for instance, state senator Tim Schaffer has introduced legislation that would establish a drug-testing program for the state's welfare program. "It is time that we recognize that many families are trying to survive in drug-induced poverty, and we have an obligation to make sure taxpayer money is not being used to support drug dealers," Schaffer said. "We can no longer turn a blind eye to this problem."
Read the full story at The Daily Beast
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2013 CMAs: And the award goes to...
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The man known as "The King of Country" now has the new title -- 2013 Entertainer of the Year. George Strait captured top honors at the 47th annual Country Music Association Awards, which aired on ABC Wednesday night. Strait gave a nod to his father, who just passed away five months ago, expressing his amazement over the win.
It's the first time in more than 20 years that Strait has taken the prize. He's previously earned the Entertainer of the Year award twice, with back-to-back wins in 1989 and 1990. It was also a big night for Blake Shelton and country newcomers Florida Georgia Line, who both took two categories at the event. Other winners include Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Kacey Musgraves, and Lee Brice.
PHOTOS: 2013 CMA Awards Highlights
The star-packed ceremony also featured plenty of music. Eric Church, Luke Bryan, and Zac Brown Band were among the stars who played new songs during the ceremony, while Lady Antebellum, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, and The Band Perry are just a few of the many other artists who performed at the event. In addition, all-star tributes celebrated special award recipients Taylor Swift and Kenny Rogers, while Strait and Alan Jackson remembered the late country legend George Jones. Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood served as hosts of the 47th annual CMA Awards, which were presented at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena Wednesday night. Find out who won big on Country Music's Biggest Night below!
Check out interviews with the biggest stars from CMA Broadcast Week!
Nominees and Winners for the 47th CMA Awards:
Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award: Kenny Rogers
Pinnacle Award: Taylor Swift
Entertainer of the Year
Jason Aldean
Luke Bryan
Blake Shelton
George Strait - WINNER
Taylor Swift
Female Vocalist of the Year
Kelly Clarkson
Miranda Lambert - WINNER
Kacey Musgraves
Taylor Swift
Carrie Underwood
Male Vocalist of the Year
Jason Aldean
Luke Bryan
Eric Church
Blake Shelton - WINNER
Keith Urban
New Artist of the Year
Lee Brice
Brett Eldredge
Florida Georgia Line
Kip Moore
Kacey Musgraves - WINNER
Vocal Duo of the Year
Big and Rich
Florida Georgia Line - WINNER
Love and Theft
Civil Wars
Thompson Square
Vocal Group of the Year
Eli Young Band
Lady Antebellum
Little Big Town - WINNER
The Band Perry
Zac Brown Band
Album of the Year
Little Big Town, Tornado
Kacey Musgraves, Same Trailer Different Park
Blake Shelton, Based on a True Story
Taylor Swift, Red
Carrie Underwood, Blown Away
Single of the Year
Florida Georgia Line, "Cruise"
Miranda Lambert, "Mama's Broken Heart"
Tim McGraw with Taylor Swift and Keith Urban, "Highway Don't Care"
Kacey Musgraves, "Merry Go Round"
Darius Rucker, "Wagon Wheel"
Song of the Year (songwriter's award)
Lee Brice, "I Drive Your Truck" (Jessi Alexander, Connie Harrington, and Jimmy Yeary)
Miranda Lambert, "Mama's Broken Heart" (Brandy Clark, Shane McAnally, and Kacey Musgraves)
Kacey Musgraves, "Merry Go Round" (Shane McAnally, Kacey Musgraves, and Josh Osborne)
Little Big Town, "Pontoon" (Barry Dean, Natalie Hemby, and Luke Laird)
Darius Rucker, "Wagon Wheel" (Bob Dylan and Ketch Secor)
Musical Event of the Year
Jason Aldean with Luke Bryan and Eric Church, "The Only Way I Know"
Kelly Clarkson featuring Vince Gill, "Don't Rush"
Florida Georgia Line with Nelly, "Cruise"
Tim McGraw with Taylor Swift and Keith Urban, "Highway Don't Care"
Blake Shelton featuring Pistol Annies, "Boys 'Round Here"
Music Video of the Year
Lady Antebellum, "Downtown"
Miranda Lambert, "Mama's Broken Heart"
Tim McGraw with Taylor Swift and Keith Urban, "Highway Don't Care"
Blake Shelton featuring Pistol Annies, "Boys 'Round Here"
Carrie Underwood, "Blown Away"
Musician of the Year
Sam Bush (mandolin)
Paul Franklin (steel guitar)
Dann Huff (guitar)
Brent Mason (guitar)
Mac McAnally (guitar) - WINNER
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Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
Be your own barista! Semi-automatic espresso machines offer just the right amount of control over how your espresso is made at home. While they may look different, the basic functionality of a semi-automatic espresso machine includes a boiler, a portafilter and a switch or lever to perform the extraction. You'll still grind and tamp your espresso (or insert an espresso pod), start the extraction and then steam or froth your milk as necessary. Semi-automatic espresso machines fall into two different types:
- Manual Control: On these semi-automatic espresso machines, the shot is initiated and you stop it once you decide the extraction is complete, usually in 20-30 seconds. This offers real-time control over the length of your extractions
- Programmable Doses: These semi-automatic espresso machines allow you to program the extraction to stop after a specific amount of time.
Learn More about Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines
La Marzocco GS/3 Espresso MachineLa Marzocco's GS3 Espresso Machine is designed for the passionate espresso enthusiast who knows the only way to be satisfied is to invest in one of the best machines available. The GS3 is pricey, but its commercial-grade features more than balance the cost: Dual stainless steel boilers, powerful steaming functionality, PID temperature control, volumetric pump and variable hot water temperature regulation to name a few. Learn More$7,100.00


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WATCH: Eminem gives awkward interview on ESPN
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Eminem may be giving fans a preview of his latest music video, but it's his interview with ESPN's Brent Musburger and Kirk Herbstreit that has everybody talking.
During ESPN's broadcast of the college football game between Notre Dame and Michigan Saturday, the normally outspoken rapper appeared shy and passive as he was interviewed by Herbstreit and Musburger. At one point he was asked what excited him about his upcoming album, but he quickly answered "nothing." And that wasn't the only strange moment. There were also several awkward pauses in the interview. While he admitted he was uncomfortable being on live television, Em did manage to recover from the awkwardness and praise Brent Musburger for being a legendary sports broadcaster.
The strange interview overshadowed the fact that Eminem previewed the music video for his latest single "Berzerk." The video features Def Jam founder Rick Ruben as well as rapper Kendrick Lamar. The full video for "Berzerk" debuts today.
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Feelunique International Limited (trading as Feelunique) is a company registered in the United Kingdom under registration number 7883226 and our registered address is 20-22 Bedford Row, London, United Kingdom,WC1R 4JS.
Our main distribution centre is situated in the UK enabling us to offer a wide range of delivery options to suit the needs of our customers globally.
Feelunique is the largest online retailer of premium beauty products in Europe and one of the fastest growing e-tailers in the world.
Launched in 2005, Feelunique was founded to meet the increasing requirements of beauty customers to research, review, compare and buy the leading beauty and health products.
After more than 10 years of trading, the company's success is unrivalled within the beauty industry.
In addition to the fantastic range of over 20,000 products, over 400 brands online there are 3 beauty stores, 1 hair and beauty salon, and a Spa in the Channel Islands plus 4 store/salons near Paris.


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WATCH: Robbery victim fights back against shotgun-wielding thug
(Jason Howerton) A New Orleans man decided to fight back against a shotgun-wielding attacker who attempted to rob him at around 5 a.m. Saturday morning. Instead of hoping for the best and following the criminal's orders to give up his cash, the would-be victim yanked the shotgun from the robber's hands and sent him running for his life.
The man was approached moments later by two black men, one of which was apparently the attacker, in a black four-door sedan, according to police. Hilariously, the driver of the car reportedly tried to negotiate with the man, saying "give me my gun back and I'll give you your phone that you dropped."
The man wasn't about to accept that "deal." An New Orleans Police Department spokesman told WWL.com that he instead used the shotgun to shatter the rear windshield of the vehicle. For the second time, the criminal fled from his "victim." It was unclear whether the shotgun was loaded.
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Is the doctor-patient relationship turning into a business partnership?
"The customer is always right." We all know the saying. It's a truism in business. Businesses need happy customers. Happy customers keep coming back and they tell their friends. Keeping the customer happy is a businessperson's number one priority.
Except when the business is a medical practice, and the customer is a patient.
That ever-blurring line between patient and customer is one of the most difficult things to walk in medical practice. On the one hand, people need to keep coming through the door in order to keep it open in the first place, and making sure people have a good experience when they come to you for care is important. On the other, sometimes patients want things that are medically unnecessary or even plainly inappropriate. Finessing situations that fall into that latter category while trying to maintain a pleasant physician-patient relationship can be very difficult, and the pressure is increasing.
Just as with restaurants and movies, there is a seemingly expanding list of websites out there that let you rate your doctors. Parody articles in The Onionabout physicians doling out controlled substances to help their Yelp ratings make me laugh a dry little chuckle as they find a mark uncomfortably close to home. Asreported in a recent Daily Beast article, a new study shows that physicians aren't that great at telling patients "no," even when it comes to narcotics. After all, how hard is it really for a disgruntled patient to log into Vitals or Healthgrades and give you a one-star review? How motivated are the generally-satisfied majority of your patients to log on just for the sake of saying something nice about you? Vengeance is a much more satisfying reason to spend the time than bland contentment.
For my part, I can at least say I don't feel all that much pressure to prescribe controlled substances. (Perk of being a pediatrician, I guess.) But I know a patient who's unhappy to be leaving without an antibiotic when I see one. Even amongst my colleagues at the office I am particularly parsimonious with the amoxicillin, yet I find myself thinking from time to time "Will it really be all that bad if I just called this kid's cold a 'sinus infection' and gave them an antibiotic? Is one unnecessary prescription going to make all that much difference in the war against drug resistance?"
I'd love to say I never cave, but that wouldn't be true. I try to make it rare, and it rankles every time it happens, but sometimes I err on the side of treating when I wouldn't have without the obvious demand for it.
The difficulty isn't limited to medications. I spend a surprising amount of time talking people out of pointless tests and needless referrals. For some, there is security that comes with just a little more investigating, or with having a specialist weigh in. But just like more treatment doesn't always mean better care, additional scans and blood draws and consultations don't always benefit the patient.
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Va. Sen. Critical in Stabbing; Son Killed
(NEWSER) – Virginia state Sen. Creigh Deeds is in critical condition after being stabbed in what state police are calling an "assault" at his rural home early this morning—with Democratic sources telling NBC Washington that his son, Gus, was the one who stabbed his father before turning a gun on himself. Virginia State Police further confirm that Austin "Gus" Deeds is dead of a gunshot wound, reports the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and will confirm only that they are not seeking other suspects at this time. The elder Deeds was airlifted to the University of Virginia for what a police rep describes as "serious" injuries; he was reportedly stabbed a number of times in the head and torso then walked down a private drive to a road where a cousin picked him up. It's unclear how the cousin was notified, but Deeds was taken to UVA from the cousin's farm.


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Worn like a backpack, this is the lightweight vacuum that turns a physically demanding chore into an activity that's as effortless as walking. Unlike traditional canister vacuums that are heavy and awkward to maneuver around floors and furniture, the backpack vacuum's compact 7 1/2-pound canister stays flush against the user's body, providing optimal mobility to slip into tight corners and access all spaces that need cleaning. Soft padding provides extra cushioning on the back and adjustable shoulder straps, while the unit's power button is conveniently located on the hose, eliminating the need to stoop to reach a switch. The powerful 800-watt motor suctions dust and debris, while the HEPA filter removes allergens. Includes six cleaning tools, two extension wands, mesh storage bag for accessories, and disposable paper and reusable fabric bags. Plugs into AC with 21' cord. 16" H x 8" W x 8" D. (7 1/2 lbs.)
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I like my backpack vacuum is light
By Delfi
from San Jose, Ca
So far I have only use the vacuum once, however, I have pets, hardwood floor and stars, my job is a lot easier as the cord is long and suction on the vacuum is good pick up all the dog hair. I'm really happy with my purchase.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Just perfect.
By Vero
from Amesbury, MA
Just perfect for my small space with stairs and wooden floors. I've only had it for 2 weeks, but now I look forward to vacuuming. The best treat I could give myself!
Better than dragging along the floor.
By Mongo
from Chicago, IL.
Its an excellent vacuum cleaner, especially for people of smaller statures. I am over 6 foot and over 250 lbs with a fullback/linebacker body type. The only bad thing was that sometimes with this vacuum on my back, I would turn and hit the wall behind me, depending on the space. Other than that, it was fine.
This takes the chore out of vacuuming!
By Del
from Allen Park, MI
This vacuum makes vacuuming so easy! The cord is very long but I still get surprised when I am stopped by the limitation because I forget that I am attached to anything. It makes the job so convenient and easy to move furniture, reach high places, and hard to get places. Stairs are so easy! The suction is surprisingly good and the attachments are perfect.
(9 of 10 customers found this review helpful)
I No Longer Hate Vacuuming
By FastVac
from Tucson, AZ
I use this in every way a vacuum can be used. It has great suction but I can still vacuum my throw carpets without the machine sucking them in. I hated vacuuming more than any other part of house cleaning and finally realized that I needed to find something I could carry on my back. Everything I saw was commercial and then I stumbled upon the HS-sold vacuum and knew it was exactly what I had been looking for. You cannot imagine the sense of freedom and ease you feel when using this product. I wish I had all the money I had wasted over the years trying to find a vacuum that did the job and was easy to use. This vacuum is worth every cent and more. I truly no longer hate vacuuming.
(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)
Great Product!!
By Rhonda the Rescuer
from Charlotte, NC
This vacuum has saved my life! Lightweight and so easy to operate and switch attachments. I would definitely recommend.
(8 of 9 customers found this review helpful)
A good product
By Lawrence
from North Carolina
Very light weight. It could use a more powerful motor. It could be a canister rather than have a bag. The power cord could be a little longer and the handle could be a little sturdier. The cord wrap would be better if one side would turn so that one would not have to unwrap the cord from the pegs. It is a relatively good vacuum especially for the price, it is just a little flimsy feeling when i am using it.
(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
Great product
By Pat the compulsive cleaner
from Portland, OR
Tried a commercial unit but it was just too heavy and unwieldy. This unit is a nice size and works well.
(5 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
I would not buy this
By mj
from Edmonton, Canada
This product fell short of your usual high quality. The convenience initially looked great but didn't compensate for the product's shortcomings.
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WATCH: Michelle Obama Stars in 'Funny or Die' Video
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(NEWSER) – No, "Snackpocalypse" is not a real movie—though it sure looks like one. The mock trailer features Chloe Grace Moretz in a world where junk food has turned people into zombies, Politico reports.
SNACKPOCALYPSE with Chloe Grace Moretz, Tyler Posey, and First Lady Michelle Obama from Funny Or Die
It's the latest in Michelle Obama's campaign to get US schools to offer fruits and veggies to kids instead of just junk food, and the first lady even makes a cameo at the end, munching on a bowl of carrots and complaining, "Don't you hate when trailers give away the whole movie?"


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Zimmerman NBC 911 Edit Lawsuit To Proceed
George Zimmerman's lawsuit against NBC will move forward now that he has been acquitted of murder charges. Attorneys for the Florida neighborhood watch volunteer say the network aired an edited 911 call last year that made it seem as if Zimmerman was focused on Trayvon Martin's race before he shot the teenager during an altercation. Zimmerman's attorney tells the "Washington Post," "We're going to start in earnest asap." Zimmerman called 911 to report a man he said was behaving suspiciously. When the dispatcher asked him about the race of the man, Zimmerman said "he looks black." When NBC aired an excerpt from the call on the "Today" show, the tape was edited to have Zimmerman saying, "This guy looks like he's up to no good... he looks black."
NBC apologized for the error it said took place during the production process and promised to take the necessary steps to prevent the error from happening in the future. Zimmerman was acquitted of second degree murder and a lesser charge of manslaughter in Martin's death Saturday. The verdict has prompted much reaction and protest.
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WATCH: Car explosion in Colorado caught on video
A burning car exploded in Colorado Springs Wednesday afternoon, sending pieces of the car into the air.
Colorado Springs police said the car erupted in flames after it was rear-ended by another car on Highway 115 and Cheyenne Mountain Boulevard.
Shortly after a fire truck arrived to put out the fire, the first explosion happened. A second, smaller explosion occurred shortly after that.


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Thompson Square's Keifer Thompson leading 'No Shave November' campaign
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Thompson Square's Keifer Thompson will be getting hairy this fall. The country star has been tapped to serve as the honorary Chairman of the Beard for the 2013 "No Shave November" charity campaign.
The event encourages participants to scrap their razors for a month to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Keifer is calling the appointment "the most absurdly wonderful recognition" he's ever received.
But the singer admits he's not sure if he feels "honored to be the scraggly face of this thing." He explains that supporting St. Jude is something he and all participants should "be incredibly proud of," but adds that logging the accomplishment by "spending a month as a sloth is pretty ridiculous."
But Thompson also took part in the event last fall. The 2012 "No Shave November" raised over $138,000 for St. Jude. More than $17,000 of that total came from Team Thompson Square.
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Chase Rice releases 'Ready Set Roll' EP
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UNC former starting linebacker gon' country singer Chase Rice has released his long awaited EP titled, 'Ready Set Roll' on October 15th.
'Ready Set Roll,' Rice's second EP, is a collection of 6 of songs including his hit single (going by the same name), "Ready Set Roll" - currently locked at the number three spot on the iTunes Top 10 Country Songs chart.
His two previous singles include "Buzz Back" and "How She Rolls."
If you can't recognize Rice's voice just yet, there's no doubt you're already familiar with his work. He co-wrote Florida Georgia Line's hit single "Cruise" and was the runner up on Survivor back in 2010.
On Rice's big day, he tweeted at your 'not so average' NC State student Scotty McCreery, giving him props on his album… but couldn't leave the intrastate rivalry out.
Yo @ScottyMcCreery just bought ur album dude. Things sounds awesome. Carolina's still better than State though! Haha hope ur well man.
— Chase Rice (@ChaseRiceMusic) October 15, 2013
Guess that's the athlete in him... or should we say country?!
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Post mortem - You give the Cavs credit for making a serious run at the Heat in the second half - so serious that they came within one point of tying the game and had the opportunity to go ahead, but Daniel Gibson couldn't quite finish on a drive to the hoop.
But let's be honest. There was some fairly ugly hoops played in this one. In this game and for the past several, the Cavs haven't played with the first-half intensity that we were used to seeing. They settled for jump shots - long jump shots - and it would come back to haunt them.
By the time they were able to make their run at the Heat, they had to blitz Dwyane Wade whenever he touched the ball. The result: Wade was free to choose Daequan Cook (an Ohio State product) or Maurice Chalmers for wide-open three-pointers. On the night, they hit 11-14 combined to toast the Cavaliers. For the record, the Heat forced the Cavs to shoot 30 three-pointers of their own. They hit just as many as Cook-Chalmers combined.
That maneuver also put them into other precarious situations on defense. When you have Shawn Marion on Mo Williams going to the hoop, who's going to win that battle? Yup, that's what I thought.
All-in-all, not an especially good night for the Cavs, but how they respond to the loss is more important than the loss.
Coach Mike Brown on the Cavs shooting 30 three-point shots:
Post mortem:
This one looked more than dicey as the Cavaliers enter the fourth quarter. The Heat had the lead at 67-58 to end the third and the momentum. For much of the game, the Cavs looked listless.
Then, they just flicked it on. On defense they came up with a couple of memorable stops in the fourth quarter, including one where Delonte West and Mo Williams worked like hell to create a steal. West got the ball and found LeBron James streaking to the basket for an easy slam dunk.
So it went for the fourth quarter as Cleveland remebered they are one of the best defensive teams in the NBA and decided to play that way, forcing five turnovers and holding the Heat to 35 percent shooting.
James deserves some praise for hindering a driving Heat led by Dwyane Wade. In the final quarter, James held him to just six points. Once again they won a game because of defense.
Mike Brown on what was said between the third and fourth quarters:
Game: Cavs (23-4) vs. Houston Broadcast: TV: FSOhio WAKR (1590 AM); WTAM (1100 AM), WHBC (1480 AM)
Starters: Cavs: LeBron James (F); Ben Wallace (F); Zydrunas Ilgauskas (C); Delonte West (G); Mo Williams (G); Rockets: Shane Battier (F); Luis Scola (F); Yao Ming (C); Tracy McGrady (G); Rafer Alston (G).
Injuries/inactives: Cavs: Eric Snow, Jawad Williams, Darnell Jackson. Rockets: Steve Francis, Joey Dorsey.
Officials: Scott Foster, Rodney Mott and Phil Robinson.
Streaking: The Cavaliers have won three in a row, 13 in a row at Quicken Loans Arena. The Rockets have won four in a row. Three things to watch:
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Give Oklahoma City credit, they played much better than when they appeared in Cleveland. Yes, the Cavaliers eventually wore them down, but this Thunder team hustled, made the Cavaliers work for everything and beat them on the boards. Ultimately the Cavs won because they out shot the Thunder hitting more than 55 percent from the floor. LeBron James played masterfully, scoring 31. Mo Williams backed him up with 20 points and Delonte West added 18.
Mike Brown on the Cavs winning three consecutive on the road:
Post mortem:
Cavs 105, Nuggets 88
Remember a few years ago when everyone screamed about whether Zydrunas Ilgauskas was worth the cash the Cavs were giving him? Many talked about letting him go? Ummm...yeah.
Ilgauskas shows what his presence can do for the Cavaliers offense tonight. Sure he tied his season best with 23 points, but because someone had to guard him on the perimeter that middle was wide open for some aggressive drives by other players, including LeBron James (33 points) and Delonte West (22 points).
The Cavaliers didn't look perfect in this game - far from it. In fact on more than one occasion it looked as if they were just trying to give it to Denver with crappy shot selection and transition defense.
What kept them from blowing it: the Nuggets shot selection was a lot worse, chucking up jump shots left and right without hesitation.
Ultimately, it took a Mike Brown timeout to get them straight and eventually win this one in a cakewalk.
From the coach's office:
George Karl on the Nuggets' play tonight:
Post mortem:
So I'm sitting between Mary Schmitt-Boyer of the PD and Bob Finnan of the News-Herald and we all in near unison declare tonight's game the most boring we'd seen in a while. For me, that's not as many as those two, but it's still a significant number. It remained that way until 1:20 of the third quarter when LeBron James awakened his teammates and the Target Center crowd with a thunderous dunk. From there it was all downhil for the fans as the Cavs poured it on.
The key to the win: first there was James' 14 points. But secondly, the Cavs played in the manner that made them 20-4 coming into the night's game. The yshot 63 percent from the field in the fourth quarter, while holding the Timberwolves to a mere 29 percent in the same category. They outscored the T-wolves 30-14 in the quarter. Outrebounded them 12-8 and beat them in the paint and on the fastbreak. James impressed the Minneapolis crowd so much they gave him a standing ovation. Delonte West added 21 points to give James a hand. Hitting 9-of-16 shots and agressively moving to the hoop. Quotable: From the coach's office:
Mike Brown on the game Delonte West had:
Post mortem:
Early lackluster play doomed the Cavaliers tonight. In the first quarter they weren't as aggressive as they have been in going after the ball. The Hawks beat them on the boards throughout the game with the Cavaliers only winning the fourth quarter by a single board.
This team's dilemma is that they've grown accustomed to be able to turn things on at will. The problem: With center Zydrunas Ilgauskas and guard Daniel Gibson gone, they do not have that luxury. They have to play intelligent basketball throughout the quarter.
In the fourth quarter their defense failed them. It reminded me of those days when they were close to grasping a win only to have it yanked away becuase they couldn't get a defensive stop. The Hawks' Joe Johnson burned them with 11 points in the fourth quarter and even Coach Mike Brown admitted that they didn't have an answer for him.
It didn't hurt that the Hawks shot 39 free throws to the Cavs 23.
On the good side: they erased a 14 point deficit to make things close and even had the chance to tie the game on separate three-point attempts by Mo Williams and Delonte West that both landed with thuds.
Both got good looks, but neither shot fell. I don't necesarily know that there's such a thing as a good win. However, with their win streak now gone, this one can serve as a reality check that in their current roster configuration, the Cavs need to play four quarters of basketball, not just over two.
Coach Mike Brown on the disparity in free throws:
Post mortem: It wasn't pretty to start, but it's a win that any casual observer would take. Coach Brown didn't think so after his post game comments, but this is a game that last year's Cavs team wouldn't have won. Logically speaking they shouldn't have won this one. They lost the battle in the paint (40-32), lost on fastbreak points (16-7).
But the defense won this one for them. Consider this: they held the Sixers to just 47 points in the final three quarters and forced 20 turnovers that turned into 20 points. When you do that, you can expect to at least be competitive.
Brown should be content knowing that when he needed players to step up, they did. LeBron James hit 28, but Anderson Varejao, playing 35 minutes scored 17 points on 7-of-10 shooting and had seven rebounds.
The backcourt of Mo Williams and Delonte West delivered 30 total points. But a huge effort came from rookie Darnell Jackson who grabbed eight rebounds - five of them offensive.
Philadelphia is a team that's underachieved in the eyes of a lot of people. Perhaps that's a case of not having gelled yet, but the Cavs didn't allow their marquee players - Andre Iguodala, Elton Brand and Andre Miller - to find any sort of groove.
Overall: a not-so-pretty win, but a good one nonetheless.
Mike Brown on rookie forward Darnell Jackson:
Post mortem: Cavaliers didn't look their best tonight. Luckily the 76ers weren't especially impressive either.
After locking down on opponents in previous games, LeBron James didn't look particularly dominating on defense against Andre Inguodala, allowing him 21 first half points. In the post game he said that Coach Mike Brown challenged hm to return to the form he'd been exhibiting the past few games against some of the league's better forwards.
Having lost Daniel ''Boobie'' Gibson to a sprained left big toe earlier this week and center Zydrunas Ilgauskas in this game, the Cavs needed someone to step up. Enter Mo Williams who tossed in 27 points and Anderson Varejao who added 15 points and eight rebounds.
Say what you will about the ugliness of this game, but last year at this is time this is one the Cavs would have rolled over and played dead in or they would rely strictly on No. 23. Not this season. Williams displayed tonight by getting a season high 27 points that he can step up and fill that void when needed.
From the coach's office:
Mike Brown on the game overall:
Post Mortem: Sorry for no halftime fellas, but my laptop is getting a bit buggy with wireless.
Tonight proved to be a night for the record books as Z and LeBron set individual ones for rebounds and steals respectively and the team set a league record by winning their ninth consecutive game by 12 or more points. They also extended records already established by winning their 12th in a row at home and 17-of-18 their last 18.
But let's get down to the nitty gritty. This is one the Cavs won with offense and defense in the third quarter when they out scored the Raptors 31-16. They had five steals, forced nine turnovers and had 11 fastbreak points to blow the game open.
Defensively, they held Chris Bosh and Jermaine O'Neal to a combined two points in the quarter. While LeBron led them in scoring, he got help from guard Mo Williams with seven points. James continues to impress with his lockown defense while, Wililams may have played his most balanced game on the year tonight.
From the way they've extended this win streak, one thing is becoming abundantly clear. The blase attitude that it only matters as long as they get to the playoffs is gone. They understand the value of beating teams early and often. It's the right attitude to carry throughout the season and, yes, the playoffs.
From the coach's office:
Mike Brown on the team coming back with the right attitude in the second half:
At the half:
Cavs 55, Bobcats 35
If you're out there watching this game, email me please. Please? Please? Let's face it, it was never really "close". The Bobcats hit 4-of-21 shots for a whopping 19 percent. At the end of two quarters, they're up to a staggering 31 percent. Yippee.
The Cavs defense is smothering the Bobcats defensively. They're contesting every shot, hold a rebounding advantage. Emeka Okafor and Gerald Wallace have proven to be non-factors thus far. Yes, the Bobcats made a run - when the second team was in - during the second quarter to get within nine points, but that only lasted until the regulars retunred and began to dominate.
Game: Cavs (15-3) at Bobcats (7-11)
Broadcast: Broadcast: TV: FSOhio Radio WAKR (1590 AM); WTAM (1100 AM), WHBC (1480 AM)
Starters: Cavs: LeBron James (F); Ben Wallace (F); Zydrunas Ilgauskas (C); Delonte West (G); Mo Williams (G); Bobcats: Gerald Wallace (F): Sean May (F); Emeka Okafor (C); Jason Richardson (G); Raymond Felton (G).
Injuries: Cavs: Eric Snow (left knee); Bobcats: none
Officials: Tony Brothers, Marc Davis, Sean Wright
Streaking: The Cavaliers have won six in a row. The Bobcats have two consecutive wins.
Three things to watch:
Post mortem:
Cavs 97, Pacers 73
Another laugher as the Cavaliers prepare to go into Charlotte Saturday and take on the Bobcats.
Again, defense wins this one with some timely offense to put it away. The Cavaliers won their 11th consecutive at home and 15-of-16.
If this were last year and LeBron James scored just 11 points, any sane person would have said the team's collective hindquarters were cooked. Not tonight. On a night when the team handed out Anderson Varejao wigs, it would be the Wild Thing who provided the offensive spark the team needed in the second quarter. The rest of the team would then join in. Varejao finished with 17 as did Mo Williams and Zydrunas Ilgauskas.
Defensively they held the Pacers to just 40 percent shooting from the floor, forced 16 turnovers that led to 29 points, blocked 10 shots and had seven steals.
Coach Mike Brown on how the team won:
If you watched last night's game, you saw the Cavaliers dismantle the New York Knicks by some outrageous score of 118-82. Believe it or not, it was worse. At one point, the Cavs led by as many as 42.
However, per usual with any team that plays in the New York area, the game wasn't really the story. The story surrounded LeBron James' free agency - again - as it relates to the Knicks.
After last night I sincerely hope that Knicks fans and its media cannot seriously expect that James would want to go anywhere near that organization in 2010. Yes, everyone can see what Knicks honcho Donnie Walsh is concocting for the NBA's equivalent of the Summer of Love, when a horde of free agents will come to the market and looked to be wooed with cash and plenty of it.
The problem: James has said market size doesn't matter. And right now, and, barring some miracle, that's all the Knicks have to offer. It's a really big city with a ton of stuff to do. Yes, James is really into big cities as he's shown by the place he chose to live after being drafted by the Cavs.
Does he live in Bratenahl on the shores of Lake Erie with its toney huge homes with that lakefront view? A suburb that just happens to be minutes from Quicken Loans Arena and Cleveland's night life, what there is of it? Ummm...no. He lives in Bath - sprawling and suburban. He can charter a jet to New York any time he wants without playing for the Knicks.
That Knicks team? The damage that Isiah Thomas wrought will be felt for another few years. They have no superstar for the city that never sleeps. They don't play New York's type of hoops. Mike D'Antoni's flashy up-and-down game is more suited to the West Coast than East. And they sure as heck didn't play anything that remotely passed for defense Wednesday night.
About the only way they can get better quickly is through free agency. Well, that and prayer.
Trust me NYC, Northeast Ohioans feel your pain as far as what's happened with your team. While the Cavs still have no championships to speak, we have experienced something similar. They had an owner named Ted Stepien who nearly drove the team off a cliff or straight out of town with his inane personnel moves and amateurish approach to professional sports. Sound familiar?
No, the Knicks aren't about to leave New York, but their fans will have to be patient. The Cavaliers came out of the darkness in the late '80s and now again with LeBron James and a supporting cast that looks as if they could actually win a few games without him.
The pieces are there for a championship for the Cavs (another big man might be nice). In New York, the Knicks don't just need the salary cap room to sign James, they need everything else to surround him. Problem for them: it's already here - at home.


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WATCH: President Obama shakes Raul Castro's hand at Mandela Memorial Service
President Barack Obama shook hands with Cuban President Raul Castro on Tuesday as both leaders attended an emotional memorial for the late Nelson Mandela.
The fleeting exchange, captured in photographs and video from a giant soccer stadium in Johannesburg, came after Obama bounded up the steps towards the podium to address the massive crowd.
The United States and Cuba have seen their enmity outlive the Cold War that spawned it — even as Raul's brother Fidel Castro, now in reportedly poor health, outlasted the decadeslong American embargo meant to push him from power.
The two countries have not had formal diplomatic relations since shortly after Fidel Castro led a 1959 revolution and aligned his country with the Soviet Union. Fidel passed the reins to Raul in 2008.
It was believed to be the first such encounter between the leaders of the two countries since Bill Clinton gripped Fidel Castro's hand in 2000 at a United Nations lunch.
Shortly after the handshake, Obama delivered a speech honoring Mandela, also called Madiba, in which he seemed to take aim at governments like Castro's, saying: "There are too many leaders who claim solidarity with Madiba's struggle for freedom, but do not tolerate dissent from their own people."


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What is one of Courtney Love's biggest regrets?
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Courtney Love has been referred to by Rolling Stone as "the most controversial woman in the history of rock." She's had much of her personal life made public, but what is her biggest regret? Love visited Philadelphia's Radio 104.5 where she revealed what she regrets most. She says her biggest regret is not emancipating her daughter Frances when she asked to be!
"I would defintely emanicpate my daughter when she asked me to emancipate her. That's probably the biggest mistake I ever made. Lenny Kravitz did it with his daughter when she was 15, and she's fine."
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Chesapeake Energy Corp,the Oklahoma-based firm is the No. 1 driller in Ohio.
Rig Count Interactive Map by Baker Hughes, an energy services company.
Shale Sheet Fracking, a Youngstown Vindicator blog.
National Geographic's The Great Shale Rush.
The Ohio Environmental Council, a statewide eco-group based in Columbus.
Earthjustice, a national eco-group.
People's Oil and Gas Collaborative-Ohio, a grass-roots group in Northeast Ohio.
Concerned Citizens of Medina County, a grass-roots group.
No Frack Ohio, a Columbus-based grass-roots group.
Fracking: Gas Drilling's Environmental Threat by ProPublica, an online journalism site.
Pipeline, blog from Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on Marcellus shale drilling.
Allegheny Front, environmental public radio for Western Pennsylvania.


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Expert: Pistorius 'on Stumps' when he bashed door
(NEWSER) – A forensic expert testified today that Oscar Pistorius was not wearing his prostheses when he broke down his bathroom door after shooting girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, the BBC reports. Pistorius has said he was wearing them, and while cross-examining the witness, his defense team asked the expert to kneel while holding up his feet, which made him wobbly. Their argument: Pistorius couldn't have broken down the door with a cricket bat if he wasn't wearing his prostheses; the witness, however, argued that if Pistorius had enough balance to shoot a gun, he could also break down a door.
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Can you guess Adam Levine's addiction?
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Adam Levine has an unhealthy addiction… to Candy Crush.
The Maroon 5 singer opened up about his obsession with the game on Thursday's "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."
Levine told the host his fiancée Behati Prinsloo was "sleeping the other night," but he really needed to play Candy Crush on her phone.
The rocker shared, "This is so sad. You know how they have the thumbprint IDs on the iPhone? I needed to buy more lives!"
Levine continued, "She was asleep so I kind of gingerly [used her thumbprint]. She kind of half woke up and was like, 'What are you doing?!," and I was like, "I'm playing Candy Crush! It's very important!"
"The Voice" star also revealed that Prinsloo "burst into laughter" when he told her he was People's Sexiest Man Alive.
Check out the funny video below!