The New York Yankees said on Thursday that veteran left-hander Andy Pettitte will announce his retirement Friday. Pettitte played for the Yankees 13 of his 16 major league seasons. (Feb. 3)
Continue reading …Colorado has been plunged into a deep-freeze. Denver recorded a low of minus 17 degrees farenheit Wednesday morning. A video demonstration shows the power of such cold temperatures. (Feb. 3)
Continue reading …Police have arrested a 29-year-old Las Vegas man in a brazen armed robbery of $1.5 million in casino chips from the posh Bellagio resort on the Las Vegas Strip. (Feb. 3)
Continue reading …Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke says the economy is strengthening, and will likely grow at a faster pace this year, but warned that fiscal policy will need to change as the federal budget is on an “unsustainable path.” (Feb. 3)
Continue reading …The popular show 'Glee' has caused a stir with lesbian fantasies, gay kissing, teen pregnancy and racy photos of the actors – the new season is sure to display more immorality-promoting content. As 'Gleeks' everywhere eagerly anticipate the return of their show, they should be reminded that it isn't just innocent, happy show tunes that this 'groundbreaking' show promotes. Fox's hit musical/comedy has garnered acclaim from TV critics everywhere, having received in its first season, 19 Emmy nominations, one in every comedy category , and four Golden Globe nominations, including taking home the Golden Globe for Best TV Series – Comedy or Musical. Video below the fold . 2011 is shaping up to be another praise-worthy year for 'Glee' – the comedy/musical has once again taken the Golden Globe for Best TV Series for its category and gym teacher Sue Sylvester (Jane Lynch) and gay protagonist Kurt (Chris Colfer) walked away with Best Supporting Actor and Actress awards, respectively. It has attracted as many as 12.3 million viewers on its second season premiere and is one of the highest grossing sales on iTunes, with 'Glee' cast songs receiving more than 13 million digital single sales to date. UK Guardian writer Sam Wollaston thanked the Almighty for 'Glee's' February return saying, '…praise the Lord its back, at last there's something joyous on television for a man in a mid-winter midlife crisis to look forward to.' Rob Owen of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette said that 'Glee' is 'delightful enough to qualify as a fall favorite.' Entertainment Weekly writer Ken Tucker was so confident in the success of 'Glee' that he wrote that the show 'blasts past any defenses you might put up against it.' The media love 'Glee,' calling the show a 'quirky, sweet, humorous, nonpartisan funfest,' and a ' truly groundbreaking new comedy .' But despite its quick wit and impressive following, 'Glee' has a disgusting track record of underage drinking, one night stands, anti-conservative jabs, teen pregnancy, and smutty performances. Sexually Confused High School Students are the Norm Bisexual teen girls making out in revealing cheerleading outfits referencing sex acts is just another typical scene viewers will see on 'Glee.' In April 2010, two of the show's popular cheerleaders, Santana and Brittany, were shown cuddling and kissing on a bed, professing their love to one another. Santana (played by Naya Rivera), lying on top of Brittany (Heather Morris) in their skimpy cheerleading outfits, welcomed the kissing and referred to a lesbian sex act when she said, 'It's a nice break from all that scissoring.' These actors are portraying high school students, all of 16 or 17 years old. When emotionally unstable and famously gay hero Kurt (Chris Colfer) received an unexpected kiss from a beefy high school bully, the media was unsurprisingly, apathetic . On the November 9, 2010, episode titled 'Never Been Kissed,' typical high school bully character Karofsky, in an emotional tirade, planted a kiss Kurt in a disturbing locker-room scene. Kurt's emerging sexuality has been a major theme throughout the two seasons of 'Glee' thus far. In one emotionally charged episode, Kurt is forced to confront his inappropriate feelings for straight, handsome football quarter back Finn (Cory Monteith), the fellow Glee club member he loves. In 'Theatricality,' Finn's mom decided that the two of them are moving in with Kurt and his father and Kurt used the opportunity to encourage the arrangement for Kurt and Finn to share a room. The tension builds Kurt decided to redecorate their shared room while Finn was away. Finn came back and addressed their relationship and the room's effeminate new design. 'You don't think I see the way you stare at me? How flirty you get? You think I don't know why you were so excited we were moving in?' Finn said. Kurt replied by telling Finn that they can redecorate and Finn, obviously offended by the feminine d
Continue reading …Screenshot from PETA video . After Brian’s post about PETA’s “banned Super Bowl” commercial earlier this week, TreeHugger readers had a lot to say in the comments and on our Facebook page . Here are a few of the many viewpoints you shared. … Read the full story on TreeHugger
Continue reading …Keira Knightley and Andrew Garfield talk about their new film ‘Never Let Me Go’ – which they describe as a unique look at friendship, love and mortality. (Feb. 3)
Continue reading …Interactive map of Tahrir Square – the rally point for protesters. Go to english.aljazeera.net for more information on the running battles raging in the Egyptian capital Cairo.
Continue reading …Fire and looting have broken out against several buildings around Cairo in new fighting following a day of clashes in central Cairo between anti-government protesters and regime backers. (Feb. 3)
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