Josh Brolin Likes George Bush
“I told my wife, I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I really like the guy.”- Josh Brolin, talking to ABC News about playing George W. Bush in the upcoming movie W.
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Levi Johnston Speaks!
Bristol Palin’s boyfriend talks to the Associated Press.
Paul Krugman Wins Nobel Prize
Economist Paul Krugman, known for his twice-weekly columns (and blog) for The New York Times, has won the 2008 Nobel Prize for Economics.The prize comes with the traditional gold medal bearing the face of Alfred Nobel, plus a prize of 10 million Swedish kroner — about 1.4 million US dollars.
Obama’s Page View Edge
If Who2’s 100 Most Popular profiles list is any indicator of electoral votes, Barack Obama has the edge over John McCain. Obama has been a steady #1 for most of the last month, with McCain rarely at #1 or #2.Here’s the top 5 as of 8:00 am on October 8th, the morning after their second debate:1. Barack Obama2. Rihanna3. Sarah Palin4. Martin Luther King, Jr.5. John McCain
That’s a Lot of Words
CNN has the transcript of the second McCain-Obama debate.
Facially-Challenged Hero Caesar Rodney is 280!
Happy 280th birthday to one of Who2’s favorite American heroes: Hard-riding Caesar Rodney.In July of 1776, with the Continental Congress wavering on the vote for freedom from Britain, Rodney made a heroic 80-mile horseback dash to Philadelphia to cast Delaware’s vote and help win the day for independence.
Misty May Injur-ay
Ironical news of the day: Olympic champion and superathlete Misty May-Treanor has ruptured her Achilles tendon while rehearsing a rumba for Dancing With the Stars.Must have been the high heels. Or maybe she was regretting the outfits.
Beatles and Pyramids
Photographer Michael Hughes blends souvenirs with the tourist spots that inspired them.The Guardian has more images.
Only Four and Nearly Forty
It’s only four years since Rodney Dangerfield died? With all due respect (!), it seems longer. He and Ronald Reagan passed out in the same year, after all.Meanwhile, the pink Power Ranger is suddenly nearing 40.
O.J. Simpson is Guilty
O.J. Simpson found guilty on all 12 counts.Sentencing is December 5th and could put Simpson “away for life.”
Sarah Palin Meets ‘Fargo’
Sorry for the political post — the Marge Gunderson reaction shots are just too funny to pass up.
Little Stevie and Big Al
Born on the very same day: Rev. Al Sharpton and the late, great blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan.54 years ago today.
“Being Stupid and Being Frustrated is Not Being a Crook”
The O.J. Simpson robbery trial went to the jury today with those ringing words from his lawyer.It ain’t exactly “If it doesn’t fit, you must acquit!” But then, there was only one Johnnie Cochrane.
Plane is Fossett’s; Human Remains Found
Confirmed: It’s Fossett’s plane.”The crash looked so severe, I doubt if someone could have walked away from it,” says the sheriff.
Wreckage Found — Is It Fossett?
A pilot spotted wreckage of an airplane near Mammoth Lakes last night, reports The Reno Gazette Journal.The wreckage could be the plane of Steve Fossett.
Steve Fossett Crash Site Found?
Has a hiker found the first firm evidence of missing pilot Steve Fossett?An FAA card, a pilot ID, and $1000 in cash were found by hiker Preston Morrow near Mammoth Lakes in California, says the Reno Gazette-Journal.
A Jimmy, a Judge, and a Bear
Happy birthday and warm wishes to President Jimmy Carter. He turns 84 years old today.Carter shares an exact birthday with a former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Can you name that judge?
Happy 250th, Horatio Nelson!
Gallant British admiral Horatio Nelson was born 250 years ago today in Norfolk, England.
Paul Newman: Grace Notes and Memories
The death of Paul Newman has opened up a big box of Newman memories. Here are some highlights.=> The LA Times has marvelous photos of Newman and his wife Joanne Woodward as a young couple.
Paul Newman Moves On
Holy cow, it happened: Paul Newman died yesterday.