Saturday, November 30, 2013

VIDEO: Justin Bieber Must Love Animals, Because He Just Got A Brand New Tattoo Of An Eagle









Another day, another tattoo for Justin Bieber. And whether his fans like them or not, the pop star is dead set on getting as many tattoos as he can and he wants them as quickly as possible. After finishing a show last night in Sydney, Australia, Justin tweeted a thank you to fans for giving him an awesome show. Shortly thereafter, he sent out a photo from the tattoo chair, leaving fans to wonder what he could possibly be adding to the growing collection of artwork on his left arm.













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VIDEO: Scottish Police Helicopter Crash: 8 Dead, Dozens Injured









Eight people have been reported dead after a police helicopter crashed into the roof a pub in Glasgow, Scotland Friday night.













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VIDEO: French Parliament Backs Reform Of Law On Prostitution









The French parliament early on Saturday backed a reform of the country’s prostitution law that will impose a 1,500-euro fine on anyone paying for sex. The bill will give France some of the toughest legislation on prostitution in Europe, similar to that of Sweden. Under the new bill, prostitutes’ clients will become offenders while soliciting itself will no longer be considered a criminal offense. Previously, buying and selling sex for money was not illegal in France but the act of soliciting was, as was pimping. The reform, which has divided the country, still needs to be formerly endorsed by parliament on Wednesday.













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VIDEO: Kim And Kanye Prove You Can Wear White On Black Friday









Even Kim Kardashian and Kanye West got in on those Black Friday deals! The couple had the look of love while doing a bit of shopping in Miami yesterday. Kim appeared to have a blast during her trip to Miami, despite being sad about spending Thanksgiving away from her family. She shared more photos on Instagram, posed with a group of friends including one with Jonathan Cheban, former NBA player Scottie Pippen, and his wife Larsa, saying, “Being away from home for the holidays is hard but I’m so thankful for family & friends like this!













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VIDEO: U.S. Airliners Warned To Comply With China"s Defense Zone









U.S. officials have advised commercial airliners to comply with China’s restrictions regarding its newly declared airspace in the East China Sea.













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VIDEO: Helicopter Crash Marks a "Black Day for Scotland"









Over 30 people were hospitalized and at least one person was killed when a police helicopter crashed into the roof of a crowded Glasglow pub Friday night. Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond said the tragedy marked a “black day for Scotland.” Photo: AP













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This Guy’s Wife Got Cancer, So He Did Something Unbelievable.

This Guy’s Wife Got Cancer, So He Did Something Unbelievable.
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By: Amanda Froelich,


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“Until death do us part”; a simple vow, yet a solemn one. And for couples all around the world, communion with this intention is one of the strongest bonds between two. For Angelo Merendino and wife, Jennifer, their marriage in New York’s Central Park was where they sealed their lives together… “for better or for worse”.


But unfortunately things did get worse. Much worse. Five months after their beautiful union surrounded by family and friends, Jennifer was diagnosed with breast cancer. The illness, which an estimated 1 out of 8 women (in the US) will contract, is the most prevalent cancer in the world. That doesn’t make the burden any easier to bear.


The couple had witnessed the tragic toll cancer could cause in others, but never expected to experience it for themselves. To bear the burden together, first-time photographer Angelo Merendino photographed each stage of his wife’s battle – from her diagnosis, to her treatments through to the very final stages of her life. The intent was to “humanize the face of cancer” and capture the reality many live with every day.


Merendino told the Huffington Post, “People turn away from the day-to-day of cancer a little more which I understand. It’s painful. Before Jen and I went through this, I didn’t know what is was like either.” Although his initial plan was to only show the photos to his family, he and Jen ultimately “chose to face it head on and put the information out there if people want it.”


The following photographs “show the challenge, difficulty, fear, sadness, and loneliness” caused by the unexpected diagnosis. Most importantly, the images also share their unquestionable love for one another.


A word of warning, the documented journey may be found distressing.


Although it has been a year and a half since Jennifer passed away, the site Merendino created to raise awareness and support of the disease has gained incredible response. “The Love You Share”, a non-profit organization, has mission to financially support women in need whom are receiving treatment for breast cancer. From the proceeds of his book, “The Battle We Didn’t Choose, My Wife’s Fight With Breast Cancer”, 50% of profits go to help other women possibly survive their bout with the disease.


And because of Jen’s bravery, her legacy will live on in the countless lives that may be saved through increased awareness and financial aid offered by the organization. For Merendino, “It at least makes me feel like we made something positive out of something horrible.”


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VIDEO: Ariana Grande Performs "Last Christmas" On "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon"







Ariana Grande performed “Last Christmas” on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon Thanksgiving night. Backed by The Roots, she displayed her full vocal range with the remake of The Wham! ‘s classic holiday anthem . Ariana released this cover as the first of a series of holiday-themed singles leading up to an EP called “Christmas Kisses.” She will be releasing the third single, “Snow In California,” on Tuesday.













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South Africa Hotel Offers Fake Slum Experience


(Newser) – Well, this is … interesting: You can now pay half the average South African’s monthly salary—or $ 82 a night—to stay in a slum. Not a real one, as some one billion people worldwide do; instead, Gizmodo reports, South Africa’s Emoya Luxury Hotel and Spa is offering the experience of “a Shanty within the safe environment of a private game reserve.” The fake slum, near Bloemfontein, is offered as tours of actual slums gain popularity.


And though it’s got realistic touches like a “‘long-drop’ outside toilet” and facilities for building your own fire, it’s also “the only Shanty Town in the world equipped with under-floor heating and wireless internet access!,” Emoya’s site notes, adding that the place is “ideal for team building, braais (barbecues), fancy theme parties, and an experience of a lifetime.” Four people can stay in one of the available corrugated-iron shacks, and there’s room for 52 people total, This Is Africa reports, wondering if the offering is “the most tasteless and offensive tourism idea ever.”




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Do We Have An Attitude of Gratitude?

Much of what we read here is dedicated to analyzing, opining, and criticizing elements of the body politic and problems with the world, our nation, and our community. In spite of all that we find that needs fixing around us, one of the most woeful things we could do is to be ungrateful for all that we should be thankful for.


It’s often difficult to think in those terms. We are often overwhelmed at the daunting challenges and vicissitudes of life that we face on a daily basis. Problems with health, the loss of a loved one, financial woes, the loss of a job, problems with a marriage or with children, often consume us emotionally, psychologically, and spiritually. Yet somehow we find ways to deal with our personal crucibles, to surmount our challenges, and crest our Everests.


The human spirit, if not doused with hopelessness, can be indomitable. We find ways to deal with, overcome, and survive our ordeals. We find solutions to our woes and answers to life’s tough questions. Often such resolution comes from insights, counsel, and wisdom from a loved one. Other times they come from unseen founts of wisdom and loving arms of solace after earnest and heartfelt pleadings to our Maker.


But as arduous and challenging as life can be for all of us in one way or another, there is always much to be grateful for. And hopefully, the significance of Thanksgiving has not been lost to us.


gratitude5We may be of bad health, but hopefully some things are still working fine. We may be struggling financially, but we’re still together as a family. We may have a child struggling with his or her own inner demons, yet as long as there is love, there is hope. To everything there is a silver lining. It may be obscured by our preoccupation with our trials, but it’s there. Sometimes we just have to look a little harder to find it.


I’m convinced that many of the social and cultural problems we face today are the result of a loss of a collective sense of gratitude. Rather than being grateful for what we have and the blessings that we enjoy, although sparse they may sometimes seem to us, we focus on what we don’t have, or what we think we deserve or we’re entitled to. This lack of gratitude is concomitant with narcissism and self-centeredness, and reveals a deep character flaw; absence of humility.


In my estimation, no one has captured this sentiment better than a former president of the LDS Church. Gordon B. Hinckley said some years ago, “Our society is afflicted by a spirit of thoughtless arrogance unbecoming those who have been so magnificently blessed. How grateful we should be for the bounties we enjoy. Absence of gratitude is the mark of the narrow, uneducated mind. It bespeaks a lack of knowledge and the ignorance of self-sufficiency. It expresses itself in ugly egotism and frequently in wanton mischief….


“Where there is appreciation, there is courtesy, there is concern for the rights and property of others. Without appreciation, there is arrogance and evil. Where there is gratitude, there is humility, as opposed to pride.”


In a rather simplistic fashion, we have the proverbial conundrum of whether the glass is half full, or half empty. In our individual lives, it all depends on how we choose to look at things, and whether we choose to focus on the deficiencies in our lives or on the bounties that we enjoy. And that’s all a matter of attitude.


The evangelical author and pastor, Chuck Swindoll, made a statement years ago that has profoundly shaped my perspective about life, and about gratitude itself. He said, “The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failure, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company… a church… a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past… we cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it. And so it is with you… we are in charge of our Attitudes.”


May we all choose an attitude of gratitude, looking for the light at the end of the tunnel, and the silver lining to the dark and ominous clouds in our lives. May we express our gratitude to one another, manifest by acts of courtesy and respect. And perhaps most importantly, may we express daily our immense dependence upon, and gratitude to God. Not just on Thanksgiving, but everyday of our lives.


Associated Press award winning columnist Richard Larsen is President of Larsen Financial, a brokerage and financial planning firm in Pocatello, Idaho and is a graduate of Idaho State University with degrees in Political Science and History and coursework completed toward a Master’s in Public Administration.  He can be reached at rlarsenen@cableone.net.




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