Archives for July, 2009
29 Jul by Qurly in news
Cleveland Indians Trade Cliff Lee to the Phillies
Cliff Lee of the Cleveland Indians - and defending American League Cy Young Award winner, was awaiting confirmation this morning of his alleged trade to the Philadelphia Phillies. However, the latest reports (LA Times) indicate that Lee has in fact been sent to the Phillies, along with outfielder Ben Fransisco. ...more»
29 Jul by Qurly in news
Rodell Vereen Caught Having Horse Sex for Second Time
There's no accounting for some people's tastes. According to police reports, 50 year old Rodell Vereen of Horry (not 'Horny') County, South Carolina, was caught having sex with a horse. The owner, Barbara Kenley, caught him on video as well as in the act. Vereen had already pleaded guilty in ...more»
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Tags: crimes
29 Jul by Qurly in movie watching
Thriller Film ‘A Perfect Getaway’ Opens Aug 7th, 2009
Steve Zahn stars in the thriller A Perfect Getaway, this year, with Milla Jovovich and Timothy Olyphant. In 'Getaway,' a honeymooning couple (Zahn & Jovovich) vacationing in Hawaii find things are not such a paradise, and that another newlywed couple has been murdered.
Zahn's previous film, Management, with Jennifer Aniston, will ...more»
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Tags: movies
29 Jul by Qurly in news
NFL’s Philly Eagles’ Jim Johnson Dies
NFL's Philadelphia Eagles lost their defensive coordinator, Jim Johnson, to cancer yesterday, at the age of 68. Johnson, who had battled cancer before, had to give up his position when his melanoma returned, spreading to his spine.
Johnson, a 20+ year veteran of the NFL, leaves behind his wife, two children, ...more»
28 Jul by Qurly in news
NFL Quarterback Michael Vick Reinstated
When NFL quarterback Michael Vick - formerly of the Atlanta Falcons - was convicted of running a dog fighting ring, some people thought he'd be booted out of the football league forever - partly because of the cruelty imposed on the animals. But after serving 18 months of his 23-month ...more»
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27 Jul by Qurly in news
Keeping Your Kids Out of the ‘Party’ Colleges
Every parent of a college-bound student probably worries over numerous things, but one that's a big problem is underage drinking. Some colleges are more notorious "party schools" than others. Well if you're such a parent, you may want to check out the Princeton Review's list of top 20 party schools. ...more»
27 Jul by Qurly in news
Does the Cash for Clunkers CARS Rebate Program Discriminate?
The CARS (Cars Allowance Rebate System) - AKA Cash for Clunkers - program requires you to show at least one year of insurance on a vehicle, to be qualified. U.S. citizens who are out of country (e.g., military personnel) for extended periods of time often have gaps in their insurance ...more»
27 Jul by Qurly in news
Do You Qualify for the Cash for Clunkers CARS Program?
The CARS/ "Cash for Clunkers"/ "Car Allowance Rebate System" (officially called the "Consumer Assistance Recycle and Save Act of 2009") program offers a rebate of up to US$4500 for consumers purchasing a new car who also give up their current vehicle getting less than 18mpg. The base rebate is $3500, ...more»
27 Jul by Qurly in news
Alberto Contador Wins 2009 Tour de France Cycle Race
Alberto Contador of Spain has won the 107th Tour de France (2009) cycling race. Contador also won in 2007. Spain has won for the last four years (2006-9). America's Lance Armstrong, a seven-time winner, came in third this year and is a favorite for the 2010 competition. Andy Schleck came ...more»
26 Jul by Qurly in news
Championship Boxer Vernon Forrest Killed
Vernon Forrest, a former world championship boxer, died from multiple gunshot wounds to his back late Saturday night. This happened after a robbery and attempted carjacking at an Atlanta, Georgia, gas station. Varying reports say his girlfriend's son was either in the car or in the store at time of ...more»
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Tags: baseball, MLB, sports