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  • Alaska Earthquake Of 7.9 Magnitude Prompts Tsunami Warning

    On Monday, a 7.9 magnitude earthquake hit the Aleutian Islands near Alaska. Reports say that the earthquake struck at 12:53 p.m. Alaska Daylight Time. The earthquake was followed by aftershocks – the first one with a 6.0 magnitude and the second one with a 5.8 magnitude, both occurring several minutes after the quake.

    Four hours after the main earthquake, another 6.9 magnitude aftershock hit the area.

    The strong earthquake prompted evacuations and tsunami warnings. However, the warning was later downgraded, as experts ruled out the possibility of a destructive tsunami. According to the National Weather Service, small waves have already appeared in some locations in Alaska, but none of them was more than 0.6 feet high.

    City Manager Layton Locket said that residents of the island know what to do when strong earthquakes hit the area. “When there’s a significant earthquake such as this, we have a tsunami siren similar to a tornado alarm. It just blares,” he said. When residents hear the siren, they know that they must head to safety.

    The town of Adak evacuated around 150 residents to an area located 600 feet above sea level. There were no reports of damage in Shemya Island and Adak, reports say.

    Adak has about 130 permanent residents and 80 contractors. Locket said that having a small population is advantageous in these types of situations. “Everybody knows everybody, so if you don’t see somebody, you can call them real quick or go get them,” he said.

    Based on the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center’s reports, the earthquake was too deep to affect Hawaii. They also ruled out Washington, Oregon, and California from the tsunami risk.

    In 1946, the Aleutian Islands were hit with large earthquakes that caused a large tsunami that claimed the lives of 96 people in Hawaii. That incident prompted the founding of the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.

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  • Kurt Cobain: Courtney Love Says He Was ‘Desperate’ For Fame

    National Geographic has an upcoming miniseries that focuses on the Nineties entitled The ‘90s: The Last Great Decade? In the series, they tackled the rise of Nirvana. Footage from the band’s early days up to their rise to stardom was added to the miniseries.

    On one of the clips, Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain said, “I’m too stubborn to allow myself to ever compromise our music or turn us into big rock stars. I just don’t feel like that,” he said. Courtney Love, however, says otherwise.

    Love said that Cobain wanted fame so bad that he wrote to music companies and asked if Nirvana could be on their label. “He was desperate to be the biggest rock star in the world. But he made it look like it was thrust upon him,” Love said.

    Nirvana was formed in 1987 and became part of the grunge scene. The band gained fame for their song “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” which was part of their second album Nevermind.

    In the clip, both Cobain and Love also share their feelings towards being chased by the paparazzi, and they also explained why they did not go after Lynn Hirschberg for writing an article in Vanity Fair in 1992, wherein she accused Love of shooting heroin while she was pregnant with her daughter.

    In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Love also said that she is still mad at Cobain for killing himself and leaving them. “Mad? Ya think?! If he came back right now I’d have to kill him, for what he did to us. I’d fu***ng kill him. I’d f**k him, and then I’d kill him,” she said.

    Courtney Love reads her husband’s suicide note

    Aside from Nirvana, the miniseries will also focus on other 90’s subjects such as the Macarena, Jerry Springer, The Real World, and Bill Clinton’s Presidency. The miniseries will premiere on Sunday July 6, and will run three nights.

    ‘The ‘90s: The Last Great Decade?’

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  • Heidi Klum And New Beau Vito Schnabel Spotted At Famous London Hotspot

    On Sunday, Heidi Klum, 41, was spotted with her younger beau 27-year-old Vito Schnabel. The couple went to Chiltern Firehouse restaurant, one of the popular spots in London. Klum was wearing a black and white printed jumpsuit, black stilettos, and a leather jacket to keep her warm, while Schnabel kept it simple with a t-shirt and khakis. The two looked happy as they left the restaurant and got a taxi.

    Klum and R&B singer Seal were married for seven years before their divorce in 2012. Lately, the two were spotted together, which ignited the rumors that they could be getting back together. However, with Sunday’s appearance, it seems Klum may be going in a different direction.

    Klum started dating Schnabel after her split from bodyguard Martin Kirsten. Since Klum started dating Schnabel, an art dealer, they have been seen together in different parts of the globe.

    In March, pictures of Klum and Schnabel surfaced when they visited Paris, France. They were seen holding hands, visiting the Mona Lisa, and even sharing some escargot.

    A month after their Paris trip, the two went to Mexico where their public display of affection made them the center of attention. They sunbathed and played on the beach while enjoying the cool ocean and warm sunrays.

    In May, Klum and Schnabel attended the Puerto Azul Experience Night in Cannes, France. Klum attended wearing a gorgeous white gown and she had Schnabel by her side who sported a suit and tie.

    Schnabel is an independent art dealer and curator who is based in New York. He is the son of artist Julian Schnabel who is famous for his “plate paintings” done in the 1980’s. Schnabel has dated other celebrities before Klum, and he may have a thing for beautiful older women. He has been linked to actress Demi Moore and supermodel Elle Macpherson.

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  • Nick Cannon And Mariah Carey Headed For Divorce?

    Last month, news about Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey’s divorce started to surface after the release of Cannon’s new album entitled “White People Party Music.” Cannon was quick to dismiss the rumors. “It’s kind of humorous, really. It couldn’t be further off from the truth, and it really affects the credibility of the so-called newspapers,” Cannon said.

    The couple has been married for six years, but it’s only been recently that divorce rumors started spreading about them. According to sources, Cannon told Carey that she is getting fat and old and that he wants her to dress appropriately. Carey was reportedly very upset by Cannon’s criticism of her and couldn’t believe he would talk to her that way.

    Nick Cannon addresses divorce rumors

    In March, Cannon was interviewed by Big Boy of Power 106. In the interview, Cannon gave explicit details of his past sexual relations with women other than his wife. Cannon even revealed that he had sex with Kim Kardashian. Carey was digusted by his comments.

    Nick Cannon’s revealing interview with Big Boy of Power 106 (explicit dialogue)

    Mariah Carey now says she wants to keep her relationship away from the spotlight. In an interview with Matt Lauer, Carey addressed the divorce rumors and said that she is vulnerable when it comes to her relationship.

    “Look, I’ve always been a pretty vulnerable person. But I built up – I have learned how to build up a wall. So when I have to, I can put up that wall, and leave it there, and walk in the other direction. And that’s what I have to do sometimes with people in my life when they just don’t get it, that I’m a person like them,” Carey explained to Lauer.

    An insider reported that Carey is eager to get a divorce, but she is worried that Cannon will go after her $515 million fortune.

    Another source said that the couple has a pre-nuptial agreement, but when Cannon tells his side of the story, Carey will probably give in to a financial settlement.

    The couple was married in 2008 and are parents to three-year-old fraternal twins named Moroccan and Monroe.

    Neither Carey nor Cannon have not provided solid answers about the divorce rumors.

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  • 50 Cent Did Not ‘Plead The Fifth,’ Calls Jay Z The ‘Most Overrated Rapper’

    Rapper 50 Cent made a guest appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live hosted by Andy Cohen. In one of the segments, the rapper was asked to play “Plead the Fifth,” where he was asked three questions, but could only plead the fifth to one.

    Cohen’s first question was “What is it like to be yelled at in the face by Beyonce?” 50 Cent said that it’s not really bad and Beyonce’s breath doesn’t smell. However, he said that he just has to keep his cool, hinting at the way Jay Z behaved when he was attacked by Beyonce’s sister Solange in an elevator last month.

    According to 50 Cent, about a month ago he was confronted by Beyonce after she saw him talking to Jay Z, as Beyonce thought that 50 Cent was having a negative interaction with her husband.

    For the next question, Cohen asked what sex was like with Kim Kardashian. 50 Cent said that he never slept with her and the dating rumors about them came when he posted a picture of himself with Kardashian at the MTV Awards in Australia.

    For the last question, Cohen asked “Who is the most overrated hip-hop star of all time?” 50 Cent answered Jay Z and justified his reply by quoting a line from Jay Z’s song “So Appalled” and said, “He would say he was overrated, Rather be overrated than underpaid.”

    50 Cent and Jay Z’s friendly rivalry dates back 15 years. In his 1999 single “How To Rob”, 50 Cent mentions Jay Z and other rappers’ by name, explaining how he would go about robbing each of them. Jay Z answered back with a line from “I’m Hot” by rapping “I’m about a dollar, what the f**k is 50 Cents?”

    In an interview with MTV UK in 2011, 50 Cent said that he is not necessarily friends with Jay Z and they “Use each other. Repeatedly. For energy.”

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  • Katy Perry Caught Kissing Robert Pattinson, The Rumors Continue

    Rumors are spreading about Katy Perry and Robert Pattinson’s blooming relationship. The two have been linked recently, but both of them denied the romance rumors. They have been friends for years, but have now been spending more time together.

    Last week, 28-year-old Pattinson attended the premiere of his movie The Rover in Los Angeles. Perry, 29, also attended the event wearing a black lace and sequin mini dress.

    A source reported that Pattinson’s eyes lit up the moment he saw Perry. “They hugged and kissed. He kept kissing her the entire night,” the source revealed.

    In an interview with Elle Magazine UK, Perry dispelled the romance rumors by saying, “Okay, so here’s the proof there was never anything going on with me and Robert Pattinson… I fart in front of him.” She also said that one of her rules is that she never farts in front of a man she’s dating. “He’s my bud, I’m like his big sister,” she continued. “The other day, I said, ‘One of the things I’m most proud of is not sleeping with you, Robert.’ And that’s true,” Perry said.

    Pattinson has revealed that he is over his ex-girlfriend Kristen Stewart. The pair broke up last year. Perry was there to support Pattinson after the breakup, and sources said that Pattinson was there for Perry when she ended her relationship with ex-husband Russell Brand.

    Pattinson, who is from England, now spends more time in Los Angeles. “I’ve really grown to like L.A. and I guess it’s my home at the moment,” he said. Perry also resides in Los Angeles and that may be the reason they are spending more time together. Recently, they were photographed together at the Coachella music festival.

    Despite being seen together several times, Pattinson insists that he is single at the moment.

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  • Carmelo Anthony: Will He Leave New York?

    Carmelo Anthony: Will He Leave New York?

    Carmelo Anthony decided to use the opt-out clause in his contract with the New York Knicks. A league source said that Anthony will be a free agent starting on July 1. The source revealed the news in anonymity, as he is not authorized to talk about the situation.

    New York Knicks President Phil Jackson said that he asked Anthony to continue playing with the team, which will be under new management for the final year of his contract.

    Opting out of his contract does not mean that Anthony can no longer play for the New York Knicks. He can still re-sign with the team if he chooses.

    However, now that Anthony is a free agent, he is expected to have offers from the Miami Heat, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets, Chicago Bulls, and New York Knicks. Sources say that NBA teams can start talking to their free agent prospects on July 1, but official contracts cannot be signed until July 10.

    Anthony, 30, now has to make the biggest decision of his NBA career. Reports say that other teams will offer him as much as $96 million and a four-year contract, while the New York Knicks will offer him a five-year contract along with $130 million. No doubt, the compensation he is offered will be a big factor in his decision. He will, however, also need to decide on which team will give him the best chance of winning an NBA championship.

    Anthony has not been a free agent since he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2003. He played with the Nuggets until 2011, until they traded him to the New York Knicks.

    The Knicks haven’t advanced to the Eastern Conference semifinals in Anthony’s more than three seasons in New York. With Derek Fisher as the new Knicks coach, the team is hoping to improve their play. Anthony now needs to decide if he will stick with his former team under new management, or if he will transfer to another team to seek other opportunities.

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  • Isaiah Austin’s NBA Dreams Are Over, Player Has Marfan Syndrome

    Isaiah Austin, 20, was expected to be a second-round pick in the NBA draft, but his dreams of playing in the NBA have ended.

    Before the draft, Austin underwent genetic testing and results showed that he is suffering from Marfan syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects one in 5,000 people. The disorder is inherited and it affects the eyes, skeleton, heart, and circulatory system. People with Marfan syndrome are also described as tall and thin, like Austin’s physique.

    On Sunday, the 7’1” player announced that he will not be able to play basketball anymore because of his condition.

    “The draft is four days away, and I had a dream that my name was going to be called.” He turned to Twitter to apologize to his fans. “I’m sorry (my supporters) couldn’t see me play in the NBA. But it’s not the end. It’s only the beginning,” he said.

    Austin has already proved that he is a qualified player. He has almost no vision in his right eye, due to a detached retina. However, he still performed well on court while playing for Baylor. In the past season, he averaged 12.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks in 28.9 minutes.

    Baylor coach Scott Drew was devastated by the news, but said that Austin has the best support system that he needs at this time. “His health is the most important thing, and while it’s extremely sad that he won’t be able to play in the NBA, our hope is that he’ll return to Baylor to complete his degree and serve as a coach in our program,” he said.

    Austin also thanked everyone who gave him support through his ordeal. “I would love to thank EVERYONE who has reached out to me. Toughest days of my life. But not the last! Life goes on. GOD IS STILL GREAT!” he wrote on Twitter.

    Austin will now focus on his health.

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  • Aretha Franklin Says She’s A Wal-Mart Power-Walker

    Aretha Franklin Says She’s A Wal-Mart Power-Walker

    In January, Aretha Franklin cancelled concerts due to poor health. On Wednesday, the “Queen of Soul” made a guest appearance on Live! With Kelly and Michael to perform and share her workout routine. Franklin admitted that she indulges in food from restaurants such as Bob Evans and Cracker Barrel, and really enjoys eating chicken and dumplings. However, she came up with an exercise routine to burn off the extra calories.

    The 72-year-old singer said that she regularly walks down store aisles to get exercise. “The biggest ones, K-Mart, Meijer, Wal-Mart. I really don’t like to break my stride when I’m walking so I change aisles really quickly,” she told the hosts.

    In an interview with New York Post, Franklin also discussed her walking regimen, saying that she walks about three times a week. “If people are in the aisle and the store happens to be crowded that day, I go to other aisles,” she said.

    Franklin also discussed her new album and said that it should be finished “no later than July 8.” Her new album will consist of covers from other divas like herself. “One of the things I’m working on is ‘Rolling in the Deep’ by Adele. We may even do ‘Bootylicious.’ I love the beat!”

    Other hits that will be included in the album are Gladys Knight’s “Midnight Train to Georgia,” and Barbara Streisand’s “People.” The album does not have a title yet, but will be produced by Andre 3000 of OutKast and Babyface.

    Just last month, Harvard University awarded Franklin an honorary Doctor of Arts degree for her contribution and success in the music industry. She is also the most charted female artist on Billboard, and is the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame . Furthermore, Franklin has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, 18 Grammys, and is a recipient of The Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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  • Michelle Wie Worked Hard To Win U.S. Women’s Open

    Michelle Wie, 24, won the 69th U.S. Women’s Open on Sunday, but the win came with challenges, as any professional golf player would know.

    Wie overcame a double-bogey 6 on the 70th hole but was able to hold on, finishing with a two-stroke victory over No. 1 ranked Stacey Lewis. Wie almost lost her ball on the 16th hole, but was back in the game with a birdie on the 17th hole.

    “Oh my God, I can’t even think straight. I’m just unbelievably happy. I’m so honored to have my name on the trophy,” Wie said.

    Wie has been using a unique table-top putting stance since last year and her technique worked well this year, as she never did a three-putt in the entire tournament. She had 25 one-putts.

     

    Wie became a professional golfer before her 16th birthday. She became the youngest player to qualify for a USGA amateur championship at age 10. Sunday’s win was one that she had been waiting for ever since she turned pro.

    “Life is just so ironic,” Wie said after her win. She said that going through hardships made her appreciate her win even more. “I think the fact that I struggled so much, the fact that I kind of went through a hard period in my life, the fact that this trophy is right next to me, it means so much more to me than it ever would have when I was 15,” she said.

    Lewis said that she is happy for Wie. She said that Wie put a lot of effort into the game and she wasn’t surprised that Wie was able to win.

    Wie’s parents were present on Sunday, and she is grateful that they have always been there to support her.

    Wie’s coach David Leadbetter said that she is smiling again, as she loves the game. “She likes where she’s at on and off the golf course. She works so hard. Through everything, she continued to work hard.”

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  • Chikungunya Virus Present In Leon County

    On Wednesday, Leon County officials said that there are two cases of chikungunya virus that were found in the county. However, they said that the presence of the virus should cause no alarm, as it is not a threat to the public.

    The two Leon County residents infected with the virus contracted the illness on their trip to Haiti. In a statement, Leon County Health Officer Claudia Blackburn said, “Both of those cases were imported. We haven’t had it spread locally, but people don’t need to worry about getting this disease here in Leon County.”

    Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne virus that has no cure. Doctors can only remedy the symptoms. The illness spreads when a mosquito feeds on a person infected with the virus and bites someone else. Health officials in Leon County said that the transmission period of two weeks has passed.

    Even if there is no threat, officials are urging Leon County residents to take precautions to avoid contracting the illness, since it is mosquito season.

    Ashley Manning, a Georgia woman who contracted the illness shared her experience. Manning got the virus from her trip to the Caribbean. She said that she took precaution and used DEET mosquito-repellant, but she was infected anyway.

    Manning suffered from excruciating pain and had to use crutches for a week. “I just thought I wasn’t going to be able to walk, like I was going to constantly have these pains. My joints were hurting really bad and I was like getting really out of breath and like having a fever,” she said.

    Infectious disease specialist Dr. William Schaffner said that chikungunya in African means “bent over in pain.” He said that the illness is unpleasant, but it is not fatal.

    The virus is mainly found in Southeast Asia and Africa. Last year, the virus was reported for the first time in the Caribbean.

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  • Lana Del Rey’s New Album Consists Of Songs She Was Meant To Sing

    Lana Del Rey’s first full-length album “Born to Die” had mixed reviews and only had a few hit singles. The songs in her album labelled her as a sad pop star who sent mixed messages with the lyrics of her songs. Del Rey, however, was able to redeem herself with her second full-length album called “Ultraviolence.”

    “Ultraviolence” consists of great tracks that Del Rey was meant to sing, critics say. And although some say the lyrics to the songs are somewhat depressing, they give off an old-time glamour that is rare among today’s artists.

    Much has changed since Del Rey’s first album. She sought help from the Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach to produce eight tracks out of the 11 in her new album. The result is magical, as the “stripped down” songs lifts Del Rey’s voice to the level where it is meant to be.

    ‘Shades of Cool’ From Lana Del Rey’s New Album ‘Ultraviolence’

    Reviews said that with “Ultraviolence” Del Rey sounds like she is comfortable in her own skin. The songs also match Del Rey’s powerful, yet cool voice.

    However, “Ultraviolence” also has its flaws. Based on reviews, some songs contained warbling vocals. Other say that a few tracks verge on boring. The lyrics are not far off from the depressing lines from “Born to Die.”

    Based on Billboard’s review, “Ultraviolence” is a record that talks about young women who fall for abusive guys who drive expensive cars and use drugs.

    In one of the tracks “Cruel World” Del Rey sings about lowlifes who mingle with men that carry handguns and drugs. It seems that Del Rey is in love with the image of a damaged beauty queen maybe because she sees herself that way.

    ‘Cruel World’ by Lana Del Rey

    With “Ultraviolence,” Del Rey has finally found her sweet spot in the music industry, and she is not sharing the spotlight with anyone else. She’s neither pop, nor R&B, and she should be happy exactly where she is.

    Lana Del Rey: ‘Ultraviolence’. Listen.

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  • Mike Tyson Roughs Up Dana White, Takes His Plane Seat

    Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson proved that he gets what he wants, as seen on an Instagram video that was posted on June 17.

    Tyson and UFC President Dana White were in a private flight together when Tyson smacked White on his shoulder and said “Hey, come on, move it!” White was shocked and said, “I like this seat.” The boxer replied, “I like it better.” White got up and moved to an opposite seat and Tyson sat down in White’s seat with a satisfied look on his face. Tyson got a neck pillow and relaxed, while White had a baffled look on his face.

    White posted the video on his account with the caption “Got punked. #miketyson #worstflightever #headinhome #ufc.”

    Apparently, getting White’s seat wasn’t enough for Tyson. When White fell asleep during the flight, Tyson got a Sharpie and wrote on White’s forehead.

    White posted another picture on Instagram and said, “Alright it’s official no more flying with @miketyson!!!! #ufc #miketyson #sharpie #dontfallasleep.” He also added “He’s lucky I was sleeping!!! ;)”

    Tyson and White have been friends for a long time. In an interview with UFC commentator Joe Rogan, White said that Tyson is his “favorite all-time” fighter. He also shared that Tyson used a large customized punching bag for his boxing training, as he would destroy the regular-sized punching bags. “You know when you break a firecracker in half? That’s what the bag would look like when he would hit it,” White said.

    The funny video was a hit with many fans who were not used to seeing “Iron” Mike Tyson with a playful demeanor.

    White has learned his lesson and now knows that he shouldn’t fall asleep during the flight and he should always give his seat up for Tyson if he doesn’t want to end up like a destroyed punching bag.

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  • Andressa Urach Gets Kicked Out Of Portugal Team’s Training Camp

    It seems that Andressa Urach does not easily give up when it comes to grabbing the attention of her alleged former flame Cristiano Ronaldo.

    Urach, also called Miss BumBum, was on the news just last week for welcoming the Portugal team to the World Cup by painting her body with Ronaldo’s jersey. She also held up a sign that read “Kisses C. Ronaldo.” On Wednesday, Urach was once again the center of attention when she showed up during Portugal’s training session in order to grab the attention of Ronaldo.

    Reports said that Urach gained access to the training session by using her press credentials, as she is working with a Brazilian TV station. Security staff escorted Miss BumBum out of the premises even before Ronaldo and his team started training.

    “I came to say good luck to Ronaldo and got kicked out! Whatever happened to freedom of expression?” Urach said.

    Last year, Urach claimed that she had an affair with Ronaldo while he was in a relationship with girlfriend Irina Shayk. At that time, Ronaldo denied Miss BumBum’s claims on Twitter.

    He wrote that Urach was seeking the limelight on his account. “And I wonder why this happens one day before a very important game for my team. Deeply outraged by a situation intended, in vain, to affect my personal life.” The news broke out just before a Champions League match last year.

    Ronaldo fans showed their displeasure with Urach by leaving nasty comments on Urach’s Instagram and Facebook accounts. They are asking Miss BumBum to leave their hero alone.

    Urach is not new to the spotlight. She is a glamour model and a reality television star who was a contestant on the sixth season of The Farm.

    Portugal’s security has been tightened since last week when a boy rushed to the field in order to get an autograph from Ronaldo.

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  • Sandra Bullock’s Stalker Joshua Corbett Charged With Possessing ‘Arsenal Of Weapons’

    Joshua Corbett, 39, the man who allegedly broke into Sandra Bullock’s home weeks ago is now facing weapons charges.

    Corbett pleaded not guilty to breaking and entering the actress’ home, but he is now charged with possessing “an arsenal of weapons” including illegal machine guns that were found in his home.

    Los Angeles authorities arrested Corbett at Bullock’s home on June 8 after he climbed a chain-link fence to get inside the actress’ home. According to investigators, Corbett spent an hour inside the property before the authorities found him.

    Bullock was at home at the time of the incident, but reports did not indicate if her son was there with her. Authorities did not say whether Corbett brought weapons with him when he broke into the home.

    The illegal weapons were found when investigators searched Corbett’s home after his arrest. The discovery led to 10 counts of possession of a destructive device, two counts of possession of an assault weapon, and seven counts of possession of a machine gun, all of which were added to his previous charges.

    When he pleaded not guilty to stalking and burglarizing Bullock’s home, a $185,000 bond was set. With the new charges, however, the bond was raised to $2.2 million. Corbett is now facing a possible jail time of seven years and four months. If he is convicted of the new charges, Corbett could spend 12 years in prison.

    No information has been released about Corbett’s identity. However, CNN has confirmed that he carries a private pilot’s license. According to Corbett’s attorney Stephen Stikoff, his client is suffering from serious mental issues and he had no intention of harming Bullock when he entered her home.

    Based on reports from the law enforcement, Corbett is obsessed with the Gravity and The Blind Side actress and possibly kept a diary about her.

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  • Mary Barra, GM CEO, Gets Grilled By Congress Over Defective Ignition Switches

    On Wednesday, General Motors Chief Executive Mary Barra was asked to clarify the steps that General Motors is taking to resolve the car safety crisis.

    General Motors was forced to recall about 20 million vehicles due to defective ignition switches that caused deaths and injuries.

    Barra already faced the House Energy and Commerce Committee back in April, and was again questioned on Wednesday. It was revealed that top executives of General Motors were not alerted for years about the faulty ignition switches of their vehicles. The company was criticized for having a “culture of secrecy” and members said that not knowing about the issue does not absolve them of their responsibilities to their customers.

    Lawmakers also said that General Motors did not act with a sense of urgency, even as the injuries and accidents related to faulty ignition switches continued to climb. According to reports, the defective ignition caused at least 13 deaths and 54 accidents.

    Barra said that victims who suffered physical injury will be compensated. Relatives of victims who died will also be receiving compensation. She also said that there is no maximum amount for the compensation, but she has no idea of how much the victims will be getting.

    “I want this terrible experience permanently etched in our collective memories,” Barra said addressing the congressional committee. “This isn’t just another business challenge. This is a tragic problem that never should have happened. And it must never happen again,” she said.

    Barra outlined the steps that General Motors is taking in order to resolve the issue. So far, the company has reportedly fired 15 employees. They will also be restructuring the quality control and safety process for vehicles. Furthermore, they hired a mediation expert and attorney in order to help in administering the compensation fund for victims and their families.

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  • Spain Vs. Chile: Spaniards Sent Packing After 0-2 Loss

    Spain’s 1-5 loss to Netherlands last week exposed Spain as a weak team. On Wednesday, Chile also beat Spain, confirming that the reigning World Cup champs are no longer the elite team they once were. Wednesday’s match, saw Chile outplay Spain to win 2-0.

    Before the game, Spain’s manager Vicente del Bosque was confident that his team would beat Chile. “In life, there are solutions for everything. It’s still in our hands,” he said. Before Wednesday’s defeat, Chile had not beaten Spain in 10 games.

    Chile midfielder Marcelo Diaz said, “A draw is not bad, but this group of players does not come with the idea to draw a game. We came out with the idea of winning.” And win they did.

    Eduardo Vargas was the first to score for Chile 20 minutes into the game with the help of teammate Alexis Sanchez. Spain became more frustrated in the latter part of the first half. Their frustration got the better of them when Chile made another goal.

    Throughout the game, Spain had long periods of possession of the ball, but Chile focused on their counter-attacks, which proved to be successful. During the second half of the game, Spain tried to make a comeback, but their efforts were no match for Chile who was hungry for a win.

    No one ever imagined that Spain would go out the way they did. They were sent packing by a team who has not defeated them in a long time.

    From the start of the match, it was evident that Chile dominated the field. Aside from the two goals that they scored, they had a strong defense against the defending champions. Spain, on the other hand, seemed to lack organization and the desire to win.

    “I only ask fans for forgiveness, we did everything we could,” Spain’s goalkeeper Iker Casillas said.

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  • ‘Millionaire Matchmaker’ Bachelor Arrested For Extortion

    Adam Winters who appeared in an episode of Bravo’s Millionaire Matchmaker, has been arrested for purportedly extorting $5 million from a nuclear facility.

    In a February episode of Millionaire Matchmaker, Winters was described as a millionaire CEO from Beverly Hills. He is a Tennessee native who relocated to Los Angeles after establishing a shipping company. According to reports, the 25-year-old CEO is now broke and cannot even afford to pay for a lawyer.

    Winters was arrested on Friday for attempting to extort money by threatening to expose documents that he claimed contain negligent procedures at a nuclear facility located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Based on the complaint, Winters went after the company that operates the Y-12 National Security Complex, which is in charge of manufacturing and maintaining parts for nuclear weapons.

    In a May 8 email addressed to the company, Winters allegedly wrote that he possessed more 1,200 slides that consist of “documentation on how much radiation was used on animals and contamination of plants.” Winters ended the email by saying “You have 48 hours to respond before they go to auction. Contact info is below.”

    Upon learning of the email, DOE agents went undercover to investigate the issue. One of the agents spoke to Winters on the phone and Winters talked about a former lawsuit wherein residents claimed that pollution from Oak Ridge was damaging their properties.

    On May 20, Winters met an undercover agent and showed him some of the slides. Winters said that he did not know how much they were worth. “It ain’t worth leaking them out. It’s not worth the headache. I would rather give them to you and be done with it,” he said. Afterwards, he asked for $5 million which he later reduced to $2.5 million after the undercover agent told him his original asking price was “not feasible.” He then gave his bank information to the agent.

    Winters is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on June 6.

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  • Spider-Man Trial: Woman Was Punched In The Face By Man In Costume

    On Tuesday, Spider-Man went on trial for hitting a woman. Philip Williams, who roams the streets of New York dressed as Spider-Man, allegedly hit a woman when she refused to tip him after taking a picture with her children. The incident happened in February 2013.

    Victoria Goreaciuc, the mother, said that Williams cursed at her and punched her in the face after she threw snow at him. According to Williams, he just defended himself when he felt a blow to his head.

    In the courtroom, evidence that was presented include the Spider-Man costume that Williams wore. There were also questions asking if Batman was there to witness the incident, since some say that he tried to break up the fight between Spider-Man and Goreaciuc. Williams is facing harassment and other charges. If convicted, he could serve up to 90 days of jail time.

    In court, Criminal Court Judge Anthony Ferrara said, “They chased down Spider-Man – apparently, he could not get away.”

    Spider-Man’s case is just one of the many misdemeanor cases against costumed characters who make a living by roaming the streets and getting tips from tourists. A few years ago, Super Mario was accused of groping a woman and Cookie Monster allegedly shoved a child.

    Goreaciuc is an information technology worker. She said that the family was celebrating her son’s seventh birthday when the incident with Spider-Man happened.

    After the confrontation, the Goreaciuc family continued shopping and visiting different stores in Times Square, but the kids kept asking about Spider-Man’s reaction and the curse words that he said. That’s when Goreaciuc decided to alert the police.

    In court, the defense asked whether Williams was actually the one who Goreaciuc had an issue with, since his identity is party hidden behind the costume. Goreaciuc admitted that initially, she reprimanded the wrong Spider-Man.

    Spider-Man’s trial will resume on Wednesday.

    Meet the costumed characters of Time Square

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  • Ryan Gosling’s Father’s Day Photo Had Facebook Users Gushing

    On Father’s Day, a fan account on Facebook posted a picture of Ryan Gosling holding a baby. The caption tells the story of how Gosling adopted a friend’s baby.

    The picture was accompanied by a post that explained how Gosling became a father. “This little guy was only 9 months old when I became his dad. His mom and I were great friends before she passed away from cancer. I promised her, I’d always look after him. So, I had decided to step up and become his dad.”

    The post also said that the biological father of the baby wanted custody of the child, and Gosling put up a fight, but lost to the father.

    Fans of Gosling, 33, gushed. The post with the baby made them love Gosling even more. Nearly a million Facebook users liked the picture, more than 50,000 shared the post, and most of them thought that the post was real.

    One Facebook user wrote “Man… he just made every woman’s ovaries explode.” Another user said, “Makes me love him even more.”

    The account where the picture was posted was unofficial. There was also a link to a Young, Wild, and Free T-shirt contest where users who enter can get a chance to win a day with Gosling.  Other users also said that they have seen a similar post on Bradley Cooper’s page.

    Gosling is still in a relationship with actress Eva Mendes. They have been dating since 2011. And although Gosling does not have a child, women might find comfort knowing that he owns a dog named George. In an interview, Gosling said, “George is way more interesting than I am.”

    “Normally, I take him everywhere, I have special paperwork so he can travel with me wherever I go. Can we just talk about George?” he said.

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  • Zlatan Ibrahimovic Disses US Soccer Team, Says They’re “A Big Joke”

    Zlatan Ibrahimovic may not be taking part in the World Cup, but that doesn’t mean that he’ll stay quiet during the whole tournament.

    Ibrahimovic, a Paris Saint-Germain striker, is taking a short vacation in Los Angeles, and someone from gossip website TMZ spotted him getting out of Boa Steakhouse and conducted a short interview with him.

    He was not happy about being stopped on the street just so he could be asked about his thoughts about the World Cup. When asked about his opinion regarding Landon Donovan not being included in Jurgen Klinsmann’s team for the World Cup, he responded with, “It’s his problem.”

    The 32-year old was then again asked by the reporter about who he thinks will win the World Cup. The Swedish striker answered with, “The US.” The reporter responded by asking Ibrahimovic if that was a joke, to which he answered, “A big joke.”

    His team was not able to enter the top 32 teams and make it to the World Cup this year.

    For someone who has said that soccer in the US is “very interesting,” he might need to be more careful about what he says if he is thinking about playing for the country. It is well known that the forward is very outspoken, and this will not really gain him a lot of fans.

    Let’s give Ibrahimovic the benefit of the doubt. The interview was done right before US won over Ghana and let’s face it, TMZ might have interfered with a lovely evening for the Swedish-born striker.

    Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a striker for Paris Saint-Germain and is also the captain for the Swedish national team. In the late 1990s, Ibrahimovic started his career with Malmö FF, prior to being signed by Ajax. His playing style has been compared to Marco van Basten, a Dutch legend. He is regarded as one of the best finishers in football and is considered one of the best footballers of his generation.

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