THE BOSS Decides Songs For Super Bowl HalfTime Show | Bruce Springsteen

Who will pick what songs Bruce Springsteen and his band will play at the Super Bowl? At his first news conference in over 20 years - he reminds folks that he's 'The Boss.' Catch what Springsteen says to expect from the halftime show.~AP

Bruce Springsteen and the Legendary E Street Band will perform at Super Bowl 43 Halftime Show in Tampa Bay, Sunday, February 1 2009. It should be a good one. He has a number of hits everybody wants to hear. Check out his press conference. Springsteen has a great sense of humor. Enjoy!

Casey Anthony Back In Court | January 30 2009 | Raw Video

Casey Anthony, the mother from Orlando, Florida, charged with killing her toddler, Caylee, was back in court Friday for a hearing on the case. A judge ruled Thursday that Casey Anthony must attend all hearings with the exception of scheduling and trial status hearings.

At the hearing this morning, the judge allowed the defense attorney to examine the crime scene.

Casey Anthony is charged with first degree murder of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee. The child was reported missing in July. And, a utility worker found Caylee's remains in the woods near the grandparents' home in Orlando.

Octuplets Are Result of Implanted Embryos

The mother of recently born octuplets, who wishes to remain anonymous at this time, said that she is ecstatic about the birth of her babies and she believes it was a 'miracle' birth. However, today we are finding out that a doctor implanted eight embryos into the mother's uterus and, "miraculously," all implants were successful.

The mother is in her 30s, divorced, living with her parents. Also, she has 6 other children, which includes a set of twins. The doctors at Kaiser Permanente said that she had the choice of having all 8 children or 'selective reduction.'

A lot of people have voiced their opinions on the choice this mother has made. I will refrain from making an opinion. Please view the video report below from CBS.

The mother of octuplets says she and her family are overjoyed, but one fertility expert calls the in vitro fertilization of eight embryos a "medical disaster."~AP

Former Gov Blagojevich Speaks | Goodbye Blago | Impeached | Video

Thursday, former Governor Rod Blagojevich gave an impassioned speech to the state Senate in Illinois. The speech lasted for approximately 48 minutes [view 4-part speech video below]. Right after his attempt to defend himself the Senate voted unanimously to impeach him. Then the Senate moved to remove him from ever holding office in Illinois, again.

With this impeachment, former Gov Rod Blagojevich becomes the 8th governor in U.S. history to be impeached and removed from office. Pat Quinn took the oath of office as the new Governor of Illinois moments after the impeachment of Blagojevich, who was ousted on charges of abuse of power.

Later, Rod Blagojevich spoke to neighbors and reporters outside of his home. He voiced his disappointment over the unanimous Senate vote. You can view a portion of his remarks, from in front of his home, below.

Also, check out State Senate Minority Leader, Christine Radogno's reaction to former Governor Blagojevich's closing argument before the Illinois State Senate on Thursday [see video below].

I have a feeling this is not the last of Blagojevich. His criminal trial is next. The prosecutor has until April 2009 to present his evidence. It should be interesting. I have a feeling there is not enough evidence to convict this guy. But, I really don't know about this case. However, if he is able to remain free and make a living for himself and provide for his family, I predict he will end up in Broadcasting - radio, TV, or internet, or maybe all three.

Jewelry Store Owner Shoots Robbers | Raw Video

This surveillance tape captured everything! These robbers thought they would disable a jewelry store owner by spraying mace in his face, then take off with some gems. Unfortunately, for these crooks, the store owner grabbed his nearby pistol and started shooting at the robbers. And, you should see their reaction! I'm glad the robbers did not have guns, and it's great that the jewelry store owner did not shoot to kill. The owner will not face charges. Law enforcement determined that he acted in self defense.

Police in Phoenix, Ariz. have released dramatic surveillance video of a jewelry store owner taking down two suspected robbers. The men spray the owner with mace, but he then grabs a gun and starts firing.~AP

SuperBowl Media Day | Video Clips

Are you ready for Super Bowl 43 on February 1, 2009? This should be a great game. SuperBowl Media Day was Tuesday and they had some funny characters on the scene. I guess that's a tradition. Check out one of the clips below where you'll hear Arizona Cardinal's wide receiver, Fitzgerald, answer the question on whether he'll cut-off his "dreads" if the Cardinals win the SuperBowl. His answer might surprise you.

The Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver, Ward, says he will be ready for the game. He indicates that he has healed enough from his injury to tackle the "hard hitting game" that will be played on Sunday. Ward talks about his situation in one of the video clips, below.

I'm rooting for the Steelers, but I like both teams. I really don't know much about Football, tennis is my sport since the age of 11, but I like to view the playoff and superbowl games.

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Blagojevich Continues Media Blitz | Video

Governor Blagojevich continues his media blitz in New York City. He seems to really enjoy his interviews and displays boundless energy. After all, he is a "runner" which helps his stamina for such strenuous situations.

While in New York, Monday and Tuesday, Governor Rod Blagojevich's voice was boomed through the Illinois Senate on Tuesday as his impeachment was underway. The impeachment prosecutors played FBI wiretaps of the governor's conversations. Blagojevich insists that his taped conversations have been taken out of context. He said that he has done "nothing wrong."

Check out his interview with AP, below.

The most entertaining interview was with the "View" crew on ABC.

Blagojevich Hits The Talk Shows To Plead Case | Video

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich isn't allowed to participate in his impeachment trial, by calling witnesses, when it starts Monday. He has decided to hit the talk shows and converse with Women from The View, Larry King, and Geraldo Rivera instead of facing the state Senate. It should be interesting, indeed.

Gov. Rod Blagojevich plans to be chatting on ABC's Good Morning America and The View and CNN's Larry King Live today when Illinois senators open the trial that could result in his removal from office.

The two-term Democrat and his lawyers are boycotting the historic proceedings. Blagojevich called the trial "a sham" and said rules that prevent him from calling witnesses who might testify in a criminal trial or challenging the findings of the Illinois House, which voted this month to impeach him, are unfair.

Blagojevich was arrested Dec. 9 on federal conspiracy and bribery charges, including trying to sell the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Barack Obama. He has not been indicted.~USA Today

Brad Pitt Does Not Google | Video

It's the Weekend and it's time for some lighthearted Celebrity Gossip. I found three video clips interesting for viewing. The first clip is a recap of the celebrities performing during the Inauguration weekend last week in Washington, DC.

The second video clip is even more interesting showing movie stars going about their business at the Sundance Film Festival. Some of the celebrities were cheerful and some were melancholy. You might be surprised at the ones happy to see the 'Paps.'

The last clip shows the all-time A-Lister Brad Pitt. He said that he has never "Googled" himself on the internet and does not know how to use a computer. The "internet reporter" from that video clip could not resist getting in a few jokes on that one. It's hilarious! If you have time, check out all three video clips, below:

George Anthony Found in Motel | Under Mental Health Evaluation

George Anthony, grandfather of murdered 3-year-old Caylee Anthony and father of Casey Anthony, the mother of the child charged with first degree murder, came up missing yesterday afternoon after he failed to keep his appointment with his wife, Cindy, and their lawyer at 4 p.m. His wife called the police and a search was conducted, immediately.

Local law enforcement were able to ping George Anthony's cell phone and found him, alone, at a Motel in Daytona last night. Anthony sent text messages to family members indicating that he wanted to end his life. However, the police found him in a room, dressed and calm, saying that he needed to get away from everything for awhile. Mr. Anthony was driven to a Mental Health Institution for evaluation.

I can only imagine the stress this family is under after receiving information on the remains of their granddaughter and having their only daughter in custody and charged for first degree murder of her child. I hope he will find the strength to once again enjoy life in the future.

Caroline Kennedy Pulls Out | Senate Race Rumors Abound Video

Caroline Kennedy pulled out of the New York Senate race last night. She withdrew her name, citing personal reasons. This means that Caroline Kennedy, the only daughter of President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, will not fill the seat once held by her uncle, Robert Kennedy.

There are plenty of rumors as to why she pulled out of the Senate race:

• She had no passion for the job.


• She had tax and nanny issues.


• Her marriage is a sham. According to this rumor, she and her husband, Ed Scholssberg, have been amicably separated.


• She had an affair with Arthur Sulzberger, Jr, the New York Times publisher.


• She was worried about her sick Uncle Teddy.

I think the first rumor, above, most likely is the real one. Oh well... she's out and I just best "Cuomo" is in. If I were a betting person my money would be on State Attorney General Cuomo as Governor Patterson's pick for filling the Senate seat vacated by Hillary Clinton.

UPDATE:

CLICK HERE -- GOVERNOR PATTERSON DID NOT PICK CUOMO. HE SELECTED REP. GILLIBRAND

Obama Inaugural Ball | Video

For the first time after a Presidential Inauguration there is a "Neighborhood Ball" began by the new president. President Barack Obama and and first lady Michelle began their night of partying with an all-star ensemble waiting at the Neighborhood Ball. The two danced the first dance to a serenade of Etta James' "At Last" by Beyonce.

The song "At Last" played at every Inaugural stop, and there were 10, for the "first couple." View the president and the first lady dancing at some of the events.

Wear a Piece of History! Commemorate the Inaugural Ball

Senator Edward Kennedy Suffers Seizure at Inaugural Luncheon

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Senator Edward Kennedy experienced a seizure today while attending a luncheon for President Barack Obama in the U.S. Capitol," Dr. Aulisi said Tuesday afternoon. "After testing, we believe the incident was brought on by simple fatigue. Senator Kennedy is awake, talking with family and friends, and feeling well. He will remain at the Washington Hospital Center overnight for observation, and will be released in the morning.~People

After witnessing President Obama's swearing-in ceremony and speech, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, ill with a brain tumor, was hospitalized Tuesday but quickly reported feeling well after suffering a seizure at a post-inauguration luncheon for President Barack Obama.

Beyonce Sings at the "We Are One" Pre-Inaugural Concert | Video

The Pre-Inaugural Concert, We Are One, kicked off today with Hollywood hottest performers. Beyonce performed along with Bono, The Boss, Stevie Wonder, Cheryl Crow, Mary J. Blige, and others. There were hundreds of thousands of people in attendance all along the Washington Mall. The crowd was peaceful and seem to really enjoy the concert.

During the concert, President-elect Obama addressed the crowd with encouraging words and also offered a reality check [See 3rd Video Clip, below].

This pre-inaugural concert was held at the Lincoln Memorial. All adults were attentive, but the "first children" and other children sitting behind them appeared tired and restless. The kids need to take a nap.

Check out Obama and Biden laying a wreath today at the "Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers." Also, the second video shows some great highlights of the concert.

Hero Pilot of US Airways Flight 1549 | Video

Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger has been named the "New American Hero" for saving everyone on board yesterday on the plane he piloted for US Airways. It was flight #1549 out of LaGuardia airport bound for Charlotte, NC. Sullenberger, 57, is an experienced pilot with 40 years of flying airplanes and 29 years with US Airways. He has been praised nationally and internationally for his expert handling of a crippled jetliner. The pilot landed his jet on the Hudson River without any loss of life and no life-threatening injuries.

According to some reports, Captain Sullenberger reported a 'double-bird strike,' and witnesses said they heard the plane's engine 'explode.' The airbus 320 took off at 3:26 pm on Thursday and went down minutes later. While the pilot guided the plane toward safety he made an announcement to the passengers with these words:

Brace for Impact.

The plane crashed in the Hudson River and first response units were there to rescue the passengers within 5 minutes. Captain Sullenberger made 2 trips through the cabin to make sure no one was left behind.
Now... that's a trait of a true hero.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) begins its investigation into the plane's NYC landing. A giant crane and a barge were brought in today to help pull the jetliner from the Hudson River.

US Airways CEO, Doug Parker, said that it was premature to speculate about the cause of the crash. After the NTSB completes its investigation the cause of the plane crash will be reported.

Meanwhile, check out some great video coverage, below. Just about anything you can think of, most likely, will be located on one of these video clips. There's even video coverage of the Hero Pilot's wife speaking. US Airways is asking the Hero Pilot's family not to talk, but his wife wanted to speak out for the first time about how proud they are. All the video clips are very interesting and informative:

Breaking: US Airways Plane Crashed in New York Hudson River

CHECK OUT UPDATED REPORT HERE: 1/16/09

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At 3:26 p.m. today a US Airways plane crashed in NYC's Hudson River. This was an Airbus A320 - Flight #1549 traveling from New York's LaGuardia airport, bound for Charlotte, NC.

There was a Level 3 response from the city of New York. FDNY and EMS were on the scene where passengers were seen standing on the wings of the plane in the Hudson River. The plane started to sink but all 150 passengers and 5 crew members were rescued in 21 degree Fahrenheit, wind chill factor 6 degrees weather.

The FAA said that the plane might have run into a flock of birds. One witness saw smoke coming out of one of the engines. The FBI said there is no information that the NYC plane crash was the result of terrorism.

Roland Burris Approved for Senate Seat | Raw Video

Roland Burris, former Illinois Attorney General, will be sworn in by Thursday to the U.S. Senate. He won his bid to fill the seat in the U.S. Senate vacated by President-elect Barack Obama.

Burris said, at his press conference [see video below], that he is "humbled and honored" to accept this position as Illinois' junior senator.

The Court Ruling:

On Friday, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled the appointment of Burris was valid. But Democrats stuck to their position that he would not be seated until the appointment was certified by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White.

While White refused to certify the appointment, he signed a statement after the court ruling certifying that the governor's appointment letter was legally filed with the state.

That appeared to satisfy the secretary of the Senate, who had last week rejected Burris' credentials as incomplete.~Reuters

Bernie Madoff Remains Free | Video

Bernie Madoff is smiling in this photo and he is smiling again today. He is the disgraced money manager from Wall Street who fleeced investors - in what he has described as a 'giant ponzi scheme' - up to $50 billion. Over the holidays Madoff sent $1 million in jewelry to relatives over the holiday. Prosecutors said that Madoff should go to jail before his court date since he violated his bail agreement.

The judge in the Madoff case rejected the prosecutors request and ruled that Bernie Madoff can remain free on bail. Madoff continues to remain on "house arrest" in his multi-million dollar New York apartment before going to trial.

I guess the eBay bidder who won the "Madoff Voodoo Doll" auction for $15,000 the other day can get some satisfaction by sticking plenty of "pins" in the "Bernie Doll" today. It remains to be seen if Madoff felt the "sting."

Check out the latest video report, below:

BERNIE MADOFF VOODOO DOLL

Obama Inaugural Rehearsal | Test Run Video

With only eight more days before the Big Day, organizers in Washington, DC held a test run for the presidential inauguration set for January 20, 2009.

It will be history in the making and the crowds will be there with or without a ticket. Americans are lining up to witness this historic inauguration. According to an organizer, for the first time ever the government will extend the area for the public to witness the presidential inauguration. The area between the end of the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial will be open to the public.

The Nightclubs and Bars will be able to extend their hours to 5 a.m. I can just see it now. There will be a big party in the streets. Also, Barack Obama has announced that there will be a "Neighborhood Ball" for the public. He says that it's only fair for the members of the public who were not invited to the other "Invitation-Only Balls." It sounds exciting. I wish I could attend. But, I will be viewing as much as possible on the television.

Tom Cruise on Jett Travolta | The View Video

Tom Cruise was a guest on "The View" promoting his new movie, Valkyrie. Of course, the conversation turned to his reaction to the news of the tragic death of his friend John Travolta's 16-year-old son, Jett.

Cruise, along with other close friends and family of the Travoltas, attended a memorial service in Ocala, Florida. View video of Tom Cruise on "The View" and news of the Memorial Service along with aerial shots of the Travoltas' residence in Florida.

Raw Video | Casey Anthony Appears in Court Today

View Casey Anthony Back In Court -- January 30, 2009 -- HERE

Casey Anthony was ordered to appear in court today for an evidence hearing and for all future hearings in her case. She is the 22-year-old mother in Orlando, Florida accused of murdering Caylee Anthony, her 3-year-old daughter.

Casey's defense team will have access to photos of Caylee's remains. But, to make sure these photos and x-rays are not leaked, they can only be accessed via a password protected website.

The defendant in this high profile case has a team of famous forensic experts. It will be reminiscent of the OJ Simpson trial from 13 years ago. If you are interested in any past articles about this case, on this blog, just click on one of the links below in the "Labels section."

View the raw video clip, below:

BART Shooting Cell Phone Video | Raw Video

This is a tragedy. To hear about an officer shooting an unarmed and handcuffed suspect is one thing but to actually have the video footage of the unfortunate incident is another. This happened at the Fruitvale Station early on new year's day. According to witnesses, a fight broke out and transit police arrived to break it up. But, something went wrong and, as a result, 22-year-old Oscar Grant III died from a gunshot wound to his back while lying face-down on the platform while restrained. But, it has been reported that Grant was not restrained at the time of the fatal shooting. However, no one is disputing the fact that Grant was unarmed. If you view the first video clip, below, it appears the officer shot Grant after handcuffing him.

Family members of Oscar Grant III filed a $25 million claim against BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) Tuesday for this shooting death at the hands of a transit agency police officer. The officer in question resigned Wednesday, the same day a funeral was held in Fremont. CA.

Check out the video clips below. You will see the cell phone video of the shooting, funeral coverage, and other video news reports:

Joe the Plumber Goes To War

Do you remember this guy? He's "Joe the Plumber." His real name is Samuel Wurzelbacher and we met him during the 2008 presidential campaign when he questioned then-candidate Democrat Barack Obama about his tax policy. "Joe the Plumber" joined John McCain's campaign soon after.

"Joe" proves he can garner more than '15 minutes of fame.' He has joined a conservative website, pjtv.com, as a war correspondent. He's set to cover the Gaza conflict. "Joe the Plumber" has staying power. Check out the video, below:

Burris Is Junior Senator From Illinois | Video

On Tuesday, the "Junior Senator from the state of Illinois," Roland Burris, was turned away at the Capitol. He was not allowed on the Senate floor where he planned to take his new Senate Seat. Illinois Gov Blagojevich appointed Roland Burris as the politician to fill President-elect Barack Obama's vacant senate seat.

Today, there was a change of course. The Senate Democrats did all but grant Burris his senate seat. They emerged from a meeting with Senate appointee Roland Burris and now are willing to welcome him to the Senate. Check out the video below. Is Harry Reid's face tight?

Roland Burris Vows To Fight | Illinois Senate Seat

Gov Rod Blagojevich has defied his critics and "political enemies," as he says, and appointed former Illinois Attorney General Roland Burris to fill President-elect Barack Obama's vacant senate seat. Mr. Burris will make his dramatic entrance tomorrow on the Senate floor as a junior Senator from Illinois. There is speculation, from plenty of political pundits, that Burris might be blocked from being seated.

This is a never ending Political Drama and it will be "Showdown at Capitol Hill" on Tuesday, January 6, 2009!

On Friday, Congressman Bobby Rush renewed his support for Roland Burris. And, Rush did not back off from the issue of race.

Dozens of black leaders and ministers organized by US Rep Bobby Rush gave Ill. Senate appointee Roland Burris a rousing send-off Sunday at New Covenant Church on Chicago's South Side.~AP

John Travolta's Son Jett Dies | Florida Burial

Photo: John TravoltaJohn Travolta and his family are in mourning after the sudden death of his 16-year-old son, Jett. While vacationing in the Bahamas for new year's celebration Jett Travolta was discovered unconscious by a caretaker on Friday at the family's vacation home. He was rushed to the hospital but was already pronounced dead before entering the emergency area.

Jett Travolta had a history of seizures and his parents have stated that he suffered from complications, since the age of 2, resulting from "Kawasaki syndrome," a rare lymph-node disorder that causes severe rashes and fevers. The Travoltas believe Jett contracted this disorder from inhaling chemicals contained in household products. However, an autopsy will be performed on Monday.

After the autopsy, the family will fly his body to Ocala, Florida where he most likely will be buried. My prayers are with his family. May Jett Travolta rest in peace.

Mysteries of Chinese-American Cuisine | Video

Jennifer 8. Lee, a New York Times reporter on Culture and City Life, gave a very entertaining, enlightening, and brilliant presentation in July of 2008. You can find out more about the location of the presentation by viewing the video clip, below.

Lee talks about her hunt for the origin of Chinese-American dishes. I found it interesting that there are 20,000 Chinese-American restaurants in America, more than all the major fast-food chains, combined! Also, I had no idea that the people in China were absolutely clueless when it came to the "fortune cookie." In fact, the "Chinese" food we enjoy in America is not the "real Chinese cuisine."

Check out the video. It's an eye-opener:

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Eccentric Doctor in Newcastle Wills 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Atalante to Relatives | Photos

Dr. Harold Carr, a childless bachelor of Newcastle, England, left a pleasant surprise in his will to his nieces and nephews in June of 2007. Dr. Carr died at 89 years of age. His nieces and nephews were left the lock-up but had no idea of the contents. Well... when they opened the garage they found a rare 1937 Bugatti Type 57S Atalante, an E Type Jaguar, and an Ashton Martin.

The 1937 Bugatti type 57S is one of only 17 made in the world. It will be auctioned at Bonhams auction house in Paris, France on February 7, 2009. The car could be worth up to $8.75 million at auction. [Link]
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Caught on Tape: NightClub Fire in Bangkok

A fire engulfed a popular high-end nightclub, "the Santika," shortly after midnight Thursday, New Year's day. The latest report is that 61 people died in the fire. There were about 1,000 people at the New Year's celebration. More than 200 guests were injured. This nightclub in Bangkok was a favorite place to "see and be seen" by wealthy Thai and foreigners.

At this time, authorities do not know the cause of the fire even though, as you will see below, there were plenty of sparklers in the crowd right at the time of countdown into the new year. Unfortunately, when the fire broke out most guests could not get out fast enough since there was only one exit.

This is such a tragedy. As soon as I hear definitive news about the cause of the fire I'll report it here on "LuvToSurf."

Happy New Year 2009 | From New York To Moscow | Video

Happy New Year 2009! Have you noticed that at the end of every year we hope the next year is a great one? Well, we are reaching our first decade, can you believe, into the new millennium. Ushering in 2010 should be a gigantic celebration. I think one reason the first decade of this millennium seems to have passed quickly is because of the tragic event in 2001. We had to change the way we travel and conduct ourselves at home and abroad. Now, we look forward to celebrating the inauguration of the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama, on January 20, 2009.

Last night, the New York law enforcement did a great job in securing around one million people attending the 100th anniversary of the New York Ball Drop. That should help get them ready for the huge crowd expected at the historic presidential inauguration in about 3 weeks. However, New York cops are familiar with large crowds. They can handle the numbers.

Temperatures dropped drastically last night in Manhattan. The wind chill factor made it feel like 1 degree. People waited for hours but no one seemed to mind the weather. Looking at the video I could see that everyone had a great time at this 100th anniversary of the ball drop.

Make sure to check out the last video clip in the playlist, below. You'll see a few scenes of 2008 making way for 2009 across the globe as fantastic fireworks displays from Moscow to London to New York welcome the New Year. Enjoy!