Jay-Z, Alicia Keys performed at MLB World Series
Rapper/entrepreneur Jay-Z and R&B singer Alicia Keys performed Thursday (Oct. 29) during the game between the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies.
They performed “Empire State Dreams” which is featured on Jay-Z’s CD “The Blueprint 3.” The song is currently number 13 on the Billboard charts.
The video clip of their live performance at the game is posted below followed by a photo gallery.
Tim McGraw and Black Eyed Peas to perform free concert
Country singer Tim McGraw and pop group Black Eyed Peas will perform before the NFL opening game Sept 10 as the Pittsburgh Steelers play against the Tennessee Titans.
The two musical acts will perform during a free concert at Point State Park. McGraw’s new CD “Southern Voice” will be in stores Oct. 20.
His new film “The Blind Side” will be in theaters Nov. 20. He stars alongside Sandra Bullock and Kathy Bates.
The Black Eyed Peas’ CD “The E.N.D.” is currently number five on the Billboard Albums Chart.
Their hit songs “I Gotta Feeling” and “Boom Boom Pow” both reached the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart.
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Ben Roethlisberger accused of sexual assault
An employee at a Harrah’s hotel in Nevada filed a civil lawsuit against Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.
According ot NBC Sports, the woman claims Roethlisberger asked her to fix the television in his hotel room, then he forced her to have sex with him.
The lawsuit was filed last week, but the woman claims the incident occurred last year.
Roethlisberger’s lawyer denied all allegations. He said in a statement, “Ben has never sexually assaulted anyone. The timing of the lawsuit and the absence of a criminal complaint and a criminal investigation are the most compelling evidence of the absence of any criminal conduct. If an investigation is commenced, Ben will cooperate fully and Ben will be fully exonerated.”
Roethlisberger was drafted to the Steelers in 2004. He was also named AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2004.
At age 23, he became the youngest quarterback to win a Super Bowl title in NFL history.
Photo gallery: Roger Federer beats Andy Roddick to win Wimbledon
Photogallery: Serena Williams beats Venus to win Wimbledon
Shawn Johnson’s stalker arrested near Dancing With The Stars
Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson is probably a little scared right now.
A 34-year-old man accused of stalking her was arrested near the set of “Dancing With The Stars,” and police found two loaded guns in his vehicle.
According to the Associated Press, security guards stopped Robert O’Ryan after he was spotted roaming around the studio lot where “Dancing With The Stars” is filmed.
Police said O’Ryan believed that he was meant to have a baby with 17-year-old Johnson who is a contestant on the dance show, and he wanted to meet her. He also had two loaded guns in his vehicle.
Johnson was a granted a restraining order against O’Ryan who is being held in jail on $35,000 bail.
Johnson has been in the spotlight since the 2008 Olympics when she won a gold medal and three silver medals during the gymnastics competition.
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Actress Natasha Richardson has died
Actress Natasha Richardson has died after being treated for brain injury after skiing accident in Montreal.
Richardson was taking private ski lessons for beginners when she fell and injured her head.
Richardson, 45, is married to actor Liam Neeson.
She played in the films “Maid in Manhattan” with Jennifer Lopez, “The Parent Trap” with Lindsay Lohan and “Waking up in Reno” with Patrick Swayze and Billy Bob Thornton.
Her family released a statement that said “Liam Neeson, his sons, and the entire family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Natasha. They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time.”
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Dominique Moceanu gave birth to second child
Gold medal Olympic gymnast Dominque Moceanu gave birth two her second child with former college gymnast Mike Canales.
The 8-pound 9-ounce baby is named Vincent Michael Canales. Moceanu, 27, gave birth to their first child Carmen Noel Canales in 2006.
Moceanu won a team gold medal during the 1996 Olympics as part of the women’s gymnastics team alongside Shannon Miller and Dominique Dawes.
In 1995, Moceanu won the national championship title at age 13 making her the youngest national champion in U.S. history.
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Charles Barkley sentenced to jail
Former NBA star Charles Barkley pleaded guilty to driving under the influence, and he will serve a five-day jail sentence, according to KTAR in Arizona.
The charges stem from a New Years Eve incident where he pulled over for running a stop sign
He was taken into custody after authorities determined his blood alcohol level was twice the legal limit in Scottsdale, Arizona.
He will begin serving his jail sentence March 31.
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Lance Armstrong’s bicycle was stolen
Lance Armstrong’s bicycle was stolen during the weekend from a rental truck parked behind a hotel in Sacramento.
Armstrong said the bicycle is one of a kind because theres no other like it in the world.
He’s offering a reward for information that leads to the bike’s whereabouts. I have a feeling the perpetrator who stole the bike probably just wants to be able to ride as fast as Armstrong does.
And what better way than to take his bike. The $10,000 bicycle is posted below. As you can see, it doesn’ t look like it’s worth $10,000.
President Obama discusses A-Rod scandal
Baseball star Alex Rodriguez aka A-Rod recently admitted he used to take steroids.
During President Obama’s televised news conference at the White House, a reporter asked Obama what he thought about the A-Rod scandal and he replied,
“I think it’s depressing news on top of what’s been a flurry of depressing items when it comes to major league baseball. And if you’re a fan of major league baseball, I think it tarnishes an entire era, to some degree. And it’s unfortunate, because I think there are a lot of ballplayers who played it straight.”
“What I’m pleased about is major league baseball seems to finally be taking this seriously, to recognize how big a problem this is for the sport, and that our kids hopefully are watching and saying, ‘You know what? There are no short cuts, that when you try to take short cuts, you may end up tarnishing your entire career, and that your integrity’s not worth it. That’s the message I hope is communicated.”
I think it’s okay if President Obama has an opinion about A-Rod and steroid use, but I don’t think this press conference was the appropriate place to discuss this topic.
The reporter never should have asked this question. We are stuck in a war in Iraq that keeps dragging on, we have the worst economy since the Great Depression and workers are getting laid off left and right.
I prefer my president focus on these important issues instead of discussing A-Rod. Let the Major League Baseball organization be concerned about A-Rod.
Tim Henley
Michael Phelps suspended for three months
USA Swimming decided to suspend Michael Phelps for three months after a photo appeared in a tabloid showing him smoking from a marijuana pipe.
The organization released a statement that said “This is not a situation where any anti-doping rule was violated, but we decided to send a strong message to Michael because he disappointed so many people, particularly the hundreds of thousands of USA Swimming member kids who look up to him as a role model and a hero,” the Colorado Springs-based federation said in a statement. Michael has voluntarily accepted this reprimand and has committed to earn back our trust.”
I’m baffled because they said no anti-doping rules were violated, but yet, they suspended him anyway. He also lost an endorsement deal with Kellogg.
Yes, Michael Phelps is a role model, and millions of children look up to him. However, role models do mistakes from time to time, and there’s no need for everyone to start passing judgment on him. I’m sure he will make several other mistakes throughout his life. We all do. That’s part of being a human being.
If he was caught drinking alcohol or smoking a cigarette, I wonder if he would have been suspended for that too? Probably not.
Although I don’t condone marijuana use, it’s not as dangerous as other substances. More people die from alcohol and cigarette use than they do marijuana.
And shame on the person who sold that photo to the tabloid. I’m sure they received a lot of money for it. If I was in that position, I wouldn’t have sold that photo because I don’t believe in causing anyone public humiliation.
UPDATE: On second thought, after examining how empty my bank account is right now, I absolutely would have sold that photo for money. I do have bills to pay.
Tim Henley
Kobe Bryant sets scoring record
Los Angeles Lakers player Kobe Bryant set a record Jan. 2 when he scored 61 points which lead to a nine-point victory over the New York Nicks. The Lakers won 126 to 117.
Bryant’s 61 points was the most points ever scored at the Madison Square Garden arena in New York City.
Many people view Bryant as an arrogant snitch, especially since several years he told police officers that his then-teammate Shaquille O’Neal cheated on his wife.
Bryant might be a snitch, but you can’t deny the fact that he is a talented record-breaker.
Tim Henley
Venus and Serena Williams win Grand Slam title
Congratulations to tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams who won their eighth Grand Slam women’s doubes title at the Australian Open.
They beat out Slovakia Hantuchova and Ai Sugiyama to clinch the first-place title.
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Aubrey Coleman steps on Chase Budinger’s face
Chase Budinger Aubrey Coleman
The University of Arizona basketball player Chase Budinger’s face literally got stepped on by University of Houston player Aubrey Coleman during a college basketball game Saturday.
It doesn’t really look like Coleman intentionally stepped on his face, the referee ejected Coleman from the game anyway.
Take a look at the incident on the clip posted below.
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Wife says Dwyane Wade gave her an STD
NBA player Dwyane Wade’s divorce proceedings are turning ugly.
According to the Miami Herald, his wife Siohvaughn filed court papers alleging Wade cheated on her, doesn’t spend time with their children, and gave her an STD. She also wants the names of all of his sexual partners during the past six years.
Wade’s attorney issued a statement saying “These malicious allegations are absolutely false and we look forward to the opportunity to dispute them in court.”
Wade’s wife is very gutsy. She admitted that she has an STD so the entire world will know. She also threw salt in Dwyane’s game because no woman will ever want to be with him again knowing that he has an STD.
Jennifer Hudson will perform at the Super Bowl
R&B singer and Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson will perform at the Super Bowl football game Feb. 1. An NFL spokesman said she will be singing the national anthem.
This will be Hudson’s first public appearance since her mother, brother and nephew were brutally killed in October.
Her brother-in-law William Balfour was charged in connection with the incident.
An audio clip of Charles Barkley’s sobriety test
As a result of his recent DUI arrest, former NBA star Charles Barkley has taken a leave of absence from his TNT sports commentator duties, according to the Associated Press.
Barkely was arrested in Arizona last week for driving while his blood alcohol Level was about twice the legal limit after he failed to stop a a stop sign.
TMZ obtained a copy of the audiotape of Barkley undergoing a sobriety test. Click here to listen to it.
Charles Barkley arrested after partying with Steve Urkel?
Former NBA star Charles Barkley was arrested after a night of partying with Steve Urkel and NFL player Michael Strahan. According to police, Barkley was pulled over Dec. 31 after he ran a stop sign in Scottsdale Arizona, according to the Associated Press.
Police also said Barkley declined a breath test, so he was given a blood test. They arrested him on a complaint of driving while impaired, and he was released while authorities are waiting for the blood test results.
During the incident, the officer said Barkley was very nice cooperative.
TMZ is reporting that Barkley was hanging out at the Dirty Pretty Rock Bar along with Michael Stahan and actor Jaleel White (who played Steve Urkel on “Family Matters” sitcom).
According to TMZ, Barkley told the officer he ran the stop sign because he was in a hurry to get oral sex. Then he told a police department employee that he will tattoo their name on his butt if they let him out of the DUI.
TheDirty.com obtained a copy of Barkley’s bar tab, and it shows that he bought six expensive bottles of alcohol totaling $1,800, plus he left a $360 tip. At least he’s a good tipper right?
Barkley should have known better than to hang out with Steve Urkel. He might be a nerd, but apparently Urkel is a party animal too. Apparently, he’s also a bad influence on Charles.
Shame on you Urkel.
Tim Henley
Tony Romo collapsed in the shower
Dallas Cowboys quarterback (and Jessica Simpon’s boyfriend) Tony Romo collapsed in the locker room shower following a football game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
According to ESPN, medical workers brought in a stretcher, but Romo walked out on his own. It is believed that Romo is suffering from a rib injury that occurred during the game.
Romo is a trooper though. After he collapsed, he still participated in a press conference even though he needed assistance to make it to the podium.
The Cowboys lost to the Eagles. Maybe Romo was so upset by the loss that he fainted. It’s hard for me to believe that he would have passed out if his team had won the game.
Tim Henley
O.J. Simpson was sentenced to 15 years in prison
A judge sentenced O.J. Simpson to 15 years in prison.
Simpson was found guilty two months ago for kidnapping and armed robbery in Las Vegas.
O.J. and his friend Clarence Stewart were accused of robbing a sports memorabilia dealer at gunpoint at the Palace Station Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The trial lasted for 12 days and 22 witnesses took the stand.
During the trial, the prosecutor claimed that O.J. plotted to get back his personal items from a dealer after he lost them while trying to hide them from the Goldman family in order to avoid giving it to them as part of the wrongful death civil suit judgement.
The prosecutor accused O.J. and other accomplices (who took a plea deal) of breaking into the hotel room and threatening the dealers with a gun.
Tim Henley
Michael Phelps named Sportsman of the Year
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps was named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated magazine.
The 23-year-old broke records during the Olympics earlier this year when he won eight gold medals, giving him a career total of 14 gold medals.
He was the face of the Olympics and in the world of athletics during this entire year, so he is very deserving of this title.
Whenever he dies, someone should conduct a DNA test on him to make sure he’s actually a human being and not a superman.
Tim Henley
Barbara Walter’s 10 most fascinating people
Every year, Barbara Walters hosts a special about the 10 most fascinating people where she picks 10 fascinating celebrities and interviews them.
Her top nine picks are listed below, but if you want to see who was chosen as the number one most fascinating person, then you have to watch the show Dec. 4 on ABC.
I’m going to take a guess and say that Barack Obama will probably be number one, but I don’t know for certain.
Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin
Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps
Actress Miley Cyrus
Actor Will Smith
Actress Tina Fey
Radio talk show host Rush Limbaugh
Pregnant man Thomas Beatie
Actor Frank Langella
Jose Canseco detained by police
Jose Canseco was detained by authorities after border agents supposedly caught him trying to smuggle in human chorionic gonadotropin drug (also known as HCG drug).
According to TMZ, Canseco was on his way to the U.S. from Mexico when his vehicle was searched at a border checkpoint and an HCG drug was found in the car.
After nine hours of questions, the former baseball star was released. He is due in court next week to face the allegations.
HCG is a hormone fertility drug that can be legally obtained in the U.S. but only if you have a doctor’s prescription for it. Apparently Jose didn’t have a prescription.
O.J. Simpson found guilty of robbery and kidnapping
A jury found O.J. Simpson guilty for kidnapping and armed robbery charges in Las Vegas.
O.J. and his friend Clarence Stewart faced charges for robbing a sports memorabilia dealer at gunpoint at the Palace Station Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The trial lasted for 12 days and 22 witnesses took the stand.
The prosecution claims that O.J. plotted to get back his personal items from a dealer after he lost them while trying to hide them from the Goldman family in order to avoid giving it to them as part of the wrongful death civil suit judgement.
The prosecutor accused O.J. and other accomplices (who took a plea deal) of breaking into the hotel room and threatening the dealers with a gun.
O.J. was found guilty on all 12 counts. Ironically, the verdict comes on the 13th anniversary of the day that he was found not guilty for murder against his wife Nicole Simpson and Ron Goldman.
Depending on what the court decides, O.J. could get anywhere from five years up to life in prison.
Tim Henley
