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Clinton Ridicules Vetting Process

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, addressing USAID staff last week, expressed her frustration over the lack of an Administrator for the Agency and went on the ridicule the White House vetting process. Clinton said that, "The clearance and vetting process is a nightmare.... it is frustrating beyond words."

Michael Jackson’s Loose Lips Doctor

Last week, Dr. Arnold Klein, Michael Jackson's Beverly Hills dermatologist, showed up on "Larry King Live." Klein is usually described as "the father of cosmetic dermatology" and "the dermatologist to the stars."

Police: 8 Involved in Brutal Murders

Although their spacious home had a surveillance system, police say that the killing of Byrd and Melanie Billings was conducted with 'military precision'. Police are saying that about eight persons are involved in the brutal murders of the couple, who had adopted a dozen children with developmental disabilities.

In 2010, No Justice, No Votes

If you are a beast banker, an insurance scammer or a predatory mortgage lender looking for a gangster’s paradise, Florida wants You!

Problem Nurses Endanger Patients’ Lives

A recent study of problem nurses has found that, more often than not, there are long delays by nursing boards in taking disciplinary action. As a consequence, the errant nurses continue to endanger patients' lives through their dangerous nursing practices.

Stanford Remains Jailed

Allen Stanford, the former Texas billionaire, accused of running an $8 billion Ponzi Scheme and swindling thousands of investors, was again denied bail and remains jailed.

Firestorm Over Black Children Ban

The controversy over the turning away of 60 black kids from a private swimming pool in Philadelphia is growing. The Valley Swim Club is at the center of a firestorm into which Senator Arlen Specter, (D-Pa) has now launched an investigation.

Guess Who’s Coming To NASA?

Charles Bolden, picked by President Barack Obama to lead NASA, received wide-spread support as he testified on Wednesday, before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transport.

Homelessness On The Rise In America

The new 2008 annual Homeless Assessment Report put out by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Thursday concludes that, the number of homeless families is increasing.

Black Skin Kids Not Welcome

Sixty children from the Creative Steps Day Camp in Northeast Philadelphia got the shock of their lives when they were turned away from The Valley Swim Club in Philadelphia, even though they had paid more than $1,900 to use the pool.

Zombieconomy Is Reality

Umair Haque, Director of the Havas Media Lab, bluntly says that Zombieconomy is not a buzzword; rather its reality as it describes the current state of the U.S. economy.

Paris Jackson’s Farewell to Dad, Leaves Few Dry Eyes

In Tuesday's memorial service to Michael Jackson perhaps the tribute that will most be remembered at came from Jackson's 11-year-old daughter, Paris.

Final Farewell For Greatest Entertainer

Michael Jackson's memorial service could only be described as extraordinary. In a two hour ceremony at the Staples Center in Los Angeles in the presence of thousands, there were musical and other tributes from scores of celebrities, including Smokey Robinson, Lionel Rickie, Jennifer Hudson, Stevie Wonder, and Usher, who celebrated the live and work of the superstar.

Job Losses Underpin Record Late Payments

The American Bankers Association is reporting that home equity loan delinquencies set a record and consumers racked up unprecedented unpaid credit card bills.

Watch King of Pop Funeral Live Online

Hulu will live-stream Michael Jackson, the King of Pop,funeral service tomorrow on the Internet. The service which is being held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, will commence at 9:30 am, Pacific Time, 12.30 Eastern Time.

Katherine Jackson’s “Concerns” Squashed

In a Los Angeles Superior Court, Judge Mitchell Beckloff squashed the concerns raised by Katherine Jackson's lawyers, and ruled that two longstanding advisors of her son, Michael, would administer the pop star's estate.

Is Obama Plotting To Serve a Third Term?

Radio talk show host, Rush Limbaugh is wondering if President Obama is plotting to serve a third term, beyond 2016, based on his reaction to the crisis in Honduras.

Madoff Gets The Maximum: 150 years

Bernie Madoff, the man behind the $65 billion Ponzi scheme, was sentenced to 150 years in prison. Judge Denny Chin who handed down this symbolic sentence, said, "We must send the strongest possible message".

Ruth Madoff Breaks Silence

Bernie Madoff who was sentenced to 150 years for the $65 billion fraud that he perpetrated on investors, his wife, Ruth, broke her silence today. She issued a written statement saying she feels "embarrassed and ashamed, betrayed and confused".

How Banks Abuse Homeowners

Over the past several months, homeowners who are in difficulty financial circumstances are being encouraged to seek a modification of their loans. But invariably the process can be cumbersome and difficult, even if someone is working on the homeowners' behalf.

‘Missing’ SC Governor Admits to Extramarital Affair

South Carolina Governor, Mark Sanford, who went missing for several days, returned from exotic Buenos Aires Wednesday morning, admitted to having an affair with a "dear friend" from Argentina.

Jenny Sanford Drops Gov. Husband in the Grease

Jenny Sanford, wife of South Carolina Governor, Mark Sanford issued a statement of her own, following the governor's tearful admission of an affair with an Argentine woman.

Secretary Sebelius Releases New Report: Hidden Costs of Health Care

U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today released a new report – Hidden Costs of Health Care: Why Americans are Paying More but Getting Less.

Deadly Train Crash in Washington Kills 9

Seven people were confirmed dead on Tuesday morning and 78 wounded in Washington, D.C. worst ever train disasters.

Seniors Get Big Break On Prescription Drugs

President Obama announced on Monday a landmark agreement with pharmaceutical companies that pledged $80 billion in prescription drug discounts over the next 10 years.

Obama Ramps up In-Home Services for the Disabled

President Barack Obama announced Monday, measures to increase the ability of people with disabilities to live at home, rather than in institutions.

Obama Brings the Axe Down on Wall Street

Obama's financial reform plan requires stockbrokers to act in the best interests of their clients ("fiduciary responsibility"). Requiring brokers to operate under a fiduciary standard could force them to offer products that are less costly and more tax-efficient.

Republican issues apology for Michelle’s gorilla comment

A former South Carolina election official apologized Wednesday for his Internet posting that compared a gorilla to an ancestor of first lady Michelle Obama, calling his comments "a flippant remark made without thinking."

Obama’s aims for 600,000 jobs in 100 days

While the rest of America is hoping for a summer wind down President Obama is gearing up for a busy June and July.

Obama’s Supreme Court Nominee has Impeccable Credentials

Federal Judge Sonia Sotomayor was born in South Bronx, and is 55. Here father died when she was nine and, she was raised by her mother. Obama’s historical nomination is a reminder of why it is important to have qualified people of color in positions of power.