California lawmakers have approved financing for a bullet train that would eventually become part of the first dedicated high-speed line in the US. In a 21-16 vote, the Senate approved a 130 mile (209 km) stretch, part of a larger line proposed to run from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Critics say the train is a wasteful expense, while supporters say it is a necessary infrastructure project. The…
Medical marijuana dispensaries in California have been ordered to close from Saturday, as a federal crackdown looms. Distributors and their landlords were told in late September to shut down in 45 days or face prosecution. Some marijuana distributors filed for a temporary restraining order earlier this month. California legalized medical marijuana in 1996, but use of the drug remains illegal unde…
…. “Yes, we are preparing a special package of things to send (Rice) after the Olympics to say thank you,” she added. The controversy is the latest to hit the swimmer, who won three golds at Beijing in 2008 and is the world record holder for the women’s 400m individual medley. In 2008, Stephanie Rice sparked outrage when a picture of her posing in a skin-tight police costume appeared on her F…
9-cent store, and some cashiers tallied bills by calculator. San Diego County hospitals were operating on backup power, but conditions were challenging staff at Scripps Hospital in La Jolla, which had 220 patients when the power went out. “We are in full disaster mode,” said Gary Fybel, chief executive of the hospital. “We completed all surgeries that were underway. We did not ta…
he truck hit the back of Kelli Lynne Groves’ BMW Thursday afternoon as she was travelling north on Highway 101 in southern California, causing the car to strike the bridge railing. Kelli Lynne Groves, 36, and her two young daughters, aged 10 years and 10 months, dangled over the bridge awaiting rescue. The impact from the accident caused Kelli Lynne Groves’ car to land on the centre of the concret…
acceptance that the death penalty system needs reform. Data from the Death Penalty Information Center shows that at the start of the year the state had 723 inmates on death row. The US as a whole had 3,189. But no inmate has been put to death in California since 2006, and a respected study in 2009 noted that the state was spending some $184 million each year to keep death row and the death penalt…
Maria Menounos had to strip down in Times Square after she lost her bet on the New England Patriots at the Super Bowl. If the Patriots lost, Maria Menounos would “bare all“, said the bet. The correspondent A.J. Calloway, Giants fan, would have to wear a Patriots cheerleader outfit, if they won. In a cold weather Maria hosted an entire broadcast of her show “Extra” in a red…
Even though Sharon Stone is now in her mid fifties, she is still flaunting her figure. Sharon stone, 54, showed off an impressive physique for her age as she popped on a string bikini yesterday. The actress lapped up the sun in Venice, California with a female friend. And she’s obviously still got her body confidence as she stripped down to a sting two-piece in a zig-zag pattern. Sharon Sto…
Southern California wildfires have nearly tripled in size inside 24 hours, engulfing an area of 43 sq miles. Firefighters have been using engines, aircraft, bulldozers and other equipment to battle the flames 50 miles north-west of Los Angeles. Dubbed the Springs Fire, it has damaged just 15 properties but thousands of others are at risk. Firefighters are counting on cooler weather and rain to he…
…oot in February, but there is no hint of a pregnancy in the snap. Her abs looked more toned than ever despite photographers capturing her baby bump in snaps on the same day last month. Kim Kardashian, 31, took to Twitter today to promote the shoot and posted the snap with the caption: “Kourt, Khloe and I put on our favorite bikinis for our new #KardashianKollection swimwear shoot!” The picture, wh…
Kim Kardashian revealed her diet secrets as she shared another picture of herself in a bikini on her Twitter page, showing off her toned curves in a sexy purple two-piece. Kim Kardashian, 31, said in a recent interview: “I used to eat a ton of junk food, but there are plenty of fast food places that offer healthy options, so there’s no excuse for eating badly all the time. “Although, when I…
Kim Kardashian paraded her stunning curves in a pretty light pink string bikini as she took a morning dip earlier this month in Miami. Against the stunning backdrop of the pink and red-hued Miami skyline and the glistening sea, Kim Kardashian, 32, strolled along the sand with her best pal Jonathan Cheban. Kim Kardashian wore hardly any make-up for her swimming session, an unusual move for her who…
toms – taken from the front. The photos appear to be from the same set of shots originally taken while Prince William and his wife were holidaying in the South of France. There are thought to be up to 200 photos taken of Kate and William when they were sunbathing at a secluded chateau. The most revealing photograph in Se Og Hor, which appears on the front page of the magazine, shows the Duchess ch…
Beyoncé shows off her incredible figure in the new H&M Summer campaign, wearing a variety of tiny two-pieces. Beyoncé, 31, displays her washboard abs and hourglass figure as she smoulders for the camera in the new shots. From a yellow halterneck bikini to a black fringed number and a tie-dye two-piece, the singer looks picture perfect in every image, shot by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Ma…
Kim Kardashian and his best friend Jonathan Cheban headed off to Miami for some rest and relaxation few days ago. Kim Kardashian, 31, appeared sizzling in a selection of simple and beautifully flattering bikinis. The reality star seemed happy to be spotted in tasteful swimwear, but according to Life and Style, Kim Kardashian is devastated that by not settling out of court, Kris Humphries has open…
Proposition 8, known as Prop 8, that interdicts same-sex marriage in California, was declared unconstitutional by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday, February 7. A lower court judge declared in 2010 that Prop 8 violated the civil rights of homosexuals and a three-judge panel of the federal appeals court ruled 2-1 that the judge correctly interpreted the U.S. Constitution. “Alt…
he U.S. when a state interdicts tanning beds use to minors. Senate Bill 746 replaces the current law, which allows teens (14-17 years old) to use tanning beds if they have parental permission. Minimum 32 states regulate the use of tanning devices by teens. In 2010 Howard County, Maryland was the first jurisdiction that restricted tanning booths for children under 18. Texas has prohibited the use o…
…er consumption is a lot less than previous years. “All lights, faces and props are custom made (DIY) by me except for the roof line which are CCRs. Controlling channels have gone up 8X from last year. 1144 channels. Light-O-Rama.” The house yard lawn is also littered with pumpkins and other decorations that add to the show. A survey has revealed today that Halloween is now the second most popular…
Rumer Willis proved she certainly inherited her mother Demi Moore’s incredible body as she showed off her amazing physique while holidaying in Maui, Hawaii. Showcasing her toned curves in all their glory, Rumer Willis, 24, complemented her golden tan with a purple and white polka dot bikini. Although the high-waisted retro style of the two-piece wouldn’t be flattering on everyone, Rum…
me. The newly single mother-of-three just began dating photographer Noah Abrams, who’s shot for Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, Sports Illustrated, and GQ. According to People Magazine, Noah Abrams, 33, hunk is currently directing a documentary about the Black Keys and compared the project to “a buddy comedy with the greatest soundtrack of all time” in Spin Magazine. The flirty pair was spotted…
Kim Kardashian has been spotted sporting an eye-catching halterneck orange bikini as she hit the beach with older sister Kourtney and her two-year-old nephew Mason on a recent holiday to Mexico. Kim Kardashian, 31, was not content to just spend the day sunbathing – instead trying her hand at bodyboarding in the warm sea. And she certainly seemed to be taking to the sport like a duck to wate…
e teen bride. On the website, Courtney Stodden describes herself as somebody with “extraordinary beauty and a daring personality”. “In just nine short months – since moving to Los Angeles in May 2011- the seventeen year old has captivated the attention of Hollywood and international media at large with her extraordinary beauty, daring personality, and fearless persistence for always –…
After teen bride Courtney Stodden and actor Doug Hutchinson were thrown out of a pumpkin patch in the run-up to Halloween for displays of heavy petting, they decided to go one step further for this Christmas. This time, Courtney Stodden, 17, stripped down to just a bikini: a metallic red two-piece to celebrate the birth of Christ. But bikini Courtney Stodden claims to be a devout Christian and re…
year, and his daughter was one of the bridesmaids. Alec Baldwin, 54, may not have the same washboard stomach that his daughter has but he is certainly in better shape than has been in a long time. The 30 Rock star dropped 30 lbs after giving up sugar and starch when he was diagnosed as pre-diabetic. Speaking to David Letterman Alec Baldwin said: “I’ve been trying to diet and I’ve lost…
Kate Middleton and Prince William faced fresh anguish over privacy today after Italian and Australian magazines published photographs of the pregnant duchess in a bikini and more publications round the world lined up to do the same. Palace sources condemned the “violating” pictures, which show the couple walking along a beach while holidaying on the secluded Caribbean island of Mustique. Chi maga…
Hilaria Baldwin joins husband Alec at Cannes Film Festival 2013 to promote his documentary Seduced and AbandonedAlec Baldwin famously lost his cool with film producer Harvey Weinstein at last year's Cannes film festival. But it appears that Alec Baldwin, 55, has managed to keep his…
Jennifer Lawrence wears blue body paint to portray X-Men's MystiqueJennifer Lawrence has hit the X-Men set like a bolt from the blue and her fans have been given a glimpse of the 22-year-old star in all her painted glory as she reprises her…
Ray Manzarek dead: The Doors co-founder dies aged 74 after long battle with cancerRay Manzarek, keyboardist and founder member of the 1960s rock band The Doors, has died after a long battle with cancer at the age of 74. He formed the band with lead singer…
Christine White dies in a nursing home in Washington at the age of 86Actress Christine White, who played a calming wife on a classic 1963 Twilight Zone episode that featured a young William Shatner, has died at age 86. Christine White…
Macaulay Culkin at risk of lung cancerMacaulay Culkin is said to be smoking a whopping 60 cigarettes a day, leading to new health fears for the troubled former child star. “He's put his nicotine addiction into…
Eurovision 2013: Azerbaijan inquiry into "nul points" for RussiaAzerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has ordered an inquiry into why his country gave Russia "nul points" at Eurovision Song Contest 2013. Voters and the official Azerbaijan…
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Hilaria Baldwin joins husband Alec at Cannes Film Festival 2013 to promote his documentary Seduced and Abandoned
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2013 Billboard Music Awards: Taylor Swift picks up 8 statues including Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist
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2013 Billboard Music Awards winners. Full list.