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Louis C.K.

Comedian Louis C.K. VS. Common Core Curriculum

Comedian Louis C.K. can find humor in just about anything. But, he doesn't find the Common Core curriculum and standardized testing in NYC's schools funny, or so the jokes regarding the subject suggest. C.K. took to social media to rag on the practice and continued to criticize it on "The Late Show" where he appeared last Thursday evening.
The Right Reverend Gene Robinson

First Gay Episcopal Bishop Divorces Husband: Gene Robinson Announces Couple's Decision in Daily Beast Article

The Bishop Rev. Gene Robinson announced that he will be divorcing his husband of 25 years, Mark Andrew.
Boxing At Barker Presented By Budweiser

Budweiser Beer Maker Anheuser-Busch Accused of Sex Discrimination by Former Female Executive: Male Predecessor Earned 4 Times More

Francine Katz, the former executive of Anheuser-Busch, says she experienced discrimination against her sex while working for the company.
Microsoft

Xbox Originals: New Microsoft TV Debuts on Xbox One

What does this new business venture for Microsoft mean for the customer and consumers? What can it really do?
Katie Couric

Katie Couric Will be Yahoo's New TV Global Anchor: Marissa Mayer Behind New Shows, 'World 3.0' and 'Now I Get It'

What will Couric's new entertainment venture be about besides news? How will this benefit Yahoo! in the long run?
Turkey On Golf Course

PETA Activists Seek Roadside Memorial for 700 'Terrified Turkeys Dead in Truck Crash: Sign Says 'Try Vegan'

Animal activists want to display a memorial roadside for 700 turkeys that died in a truck crash in Utah on April 24.

Arkansas Shooting Leaves 3 Dead: 40-Year-Old Porfirio Hernandez Kills Two Men and Girl, Then Himself

Another shooting rocks the nation and leaves three dead and four wounded.
Apple Inc.

Apple Slashes Prices on MacBook Air; Battery Is Upgraded Too

Apple slashed prices on its MacBook Airs by at least $100 last week. This is perhaps the best upgrade loyal Apple users could have asked for.
The Matrix

if 'The Matrix' Movie Trilogy Had Immortal Nazis: Warner Bros, Wachowski Brothers Sued by Thomas Althouse

In the trial, the plaintiff Thomas Althouse claimed that Warner Bros. stole his story idea about immortal Nazi hunters.
The Battle of Puebla

Cinco de Mayo and 6 Other Things That Aren't Actually Mexican

In the minds of many Americans, Cinco de Mayo is an excuse for conspicuous inebriation masquerading as a cultural holiday. It's morphed into a garish display of cheap sombreros, fake mustaches and watered-down margaritas. The only part of Mexico that celebrates it is Puebla, and Mexican Americans rarely join in. So what else has been masquerading as Mexican?

Marvel 'Death of Wolverine' Debuts in September: Steve McNiven Will Write and Draw Adamantium X-Man's End

Wolverine will die in a four-part mini-series coming out in September. Marvel suggests that this will be the end of the character.
Joe Biden

Joe Biden Tells Miami Dade College to Take Undocumented Immigrants 'Out of the Shadows'

Joe Biden may have arrived late to his scheduled commencement speech at Miami Dade College, but for many of the graduates listening, his message was right on time.
Paul Simon

Famous Singer-Songwriter Paul Simon and Wife Edie Brickell Go to Jail: New Canaan Residents Shocked by Disorderly Conduct

Paul Simon and his Edie Brickell were arrested for domestic abuse.
mers

Middle East Respiratory Syndrom (MERS) Reaches United States: Virus First Identified in Saudi Arabia Has 25% Death Rate

Health officials discovered the symptoms shortness of breath, cough, fever
Netflix

Netflix's New Shows to Binge Watch 2014: Godzilla Films, Bond Movies, 'Diana'

Netflix's newest projects planned for 2015 include, the live-action superhero shows, and Jane Fonda and Lilly Tomlin. And what is new in streaming for the month of May.
Adriana Lima

Brazilian Victoria Secret Model Adriana Lima and Husband Marco Jaric Divorce: She Famously Waited for Him

Adriana Lima and husband Marco Jaric have decided to part their ways after five years of marriage.
Cinco de Mayo

Where to Find Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in San Francisco, LA, Denver and Dallas

This weekend, Western states will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with parades and festivals that celebrate the beauty of Latin culture.
Yosemite National Park

Park Rangers Ban Drone Usage at Yosemite National Park, Say They're Ruining Park's Beauty

Yosemite National Park issued a warning Friday stating that unmanned drone aircraft are prohibited within the park's boundaries, claiming they take away from the park's scenic splendor.
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