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Sep 21st
Troy Davis convicted of the 1989 killing of an off-duty Savannah police officer is to be executed today September 21st. This is the fourth time in as many years that officials of the state of Georgia set an execution date. Troy Davis wants a polygraph test in a last-ditch bid to show his innocence, Amnesty International USA said.
Davis’s execution, set for 7 p.m. local time on Wednesday. The Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles denied him clemency on Tuesday.
“Troy is so insistent of his innocence that he is willing to take a polygraph. I think it’s a bit of a risky strategy. Polygraph tests are not the most solid type of evidence,” said Laura Moye, a spokeswoman for Amnesty.
Since his conviction, seven of nine witnesses have changed or recanted their testimony, some have said they were coerced by police to testify against Davis More >
Sep 21st
Metta World Peace, the formerly known as “Ron Artest” was the first contestant to be voted out in the Dancing With the stars first week. The show’s judges gave Metta World Peace the lowest score on Monday’s premiere: 14 out of a possible 30.
Len Goodman, the show’s head judge, said World Peace’s cha-cha with professional partner Peta Murgatroyd was “all sizzle and no sausage” and his footwork in the ballroom was “atrocious.”
The remaining 11 celerities are Hope Solo, goalie for the U.S. women’s soccer team remains along with More >
Sep 21st
Facebook changes and updates are more frequent this week. You are already aware of the smart lists feature which has a concept of Google+ circles. Today if you open Facebook you can see the changes you’re self which includes a new news Feed and news ticker.
Facebook announced changes to the way you get news on your page. All news will be in a single stream with the most interesting stories feature at the top. Facebook will reportedly include new ways of showing your appreciation for your friend’s links, videos, and endless pictures of new babies, in its revamp to be unveiled on Thursday. Alongside ‘like’, users will have the option of clicking ‘read’, ‘watched’ and ‘listened’. In the future a ‘want’ button may also be added. The new ‘news ticker’ has ignited strong reactions from users. More >
Sep 19th
Emmy Award Winners 2011: 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards were given on Sunday. The event that aired on Fox has winner debutants and veterans too. Some results are more predictable whereas some come as a surprise! Mad Men won its fourth consecutive Emmy and Modern Family claimed its second Emmy Award and and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart won it for ninth straight year.
The very first time winner include: Peter Dinklage won for Game of Thrones, Kyle Chandler for Friday Night Lights, Martin Scorsese for Boardwalk Empire, Barry Pepper for The Kennedys and Margo Martindale for the FX drama Justified. Julie Bowen also won her first Emmy for Modern Family. Other predictable wins are Kate Winslet for Mildred Pierce, The Amazing Race for best competition reality show.
Jane Lynch from Glee hosted the event . And here are the night’s winners complete list.
Comedy series: Modern Family
Drama series: Mad Men
Miniseries or movie: Downton Abbey
Lead actress, miniseries or movie: Kate Winslet, Mildred Pierce
Supporting actor in a miniseries or movie: Guy Pearce, Mildred Pierce
Directing for a miniseries, movie or dramatic special: Brian Percival, Downton Abbey More >
Sep 19th
Ian Somerhalder, the heartthrob bad Vampire Damon Salvotare of The Vampire Diaries is also famous for his environmental efforts. Previously he raised voice against BP oil spill and now joining celebrities like Mark Ruffalo and Daryl Hannah to speak out against the Keystone XL Pipeline.
The handsome star of TVD has asked President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to stop the proposed pipeline, which would transport oil from Canada through the United States to refineries in Texas.
“The proposed Keystone XL pipeline puts fish and wildlife at risk, threatens the health and livelihood of countless American farmers, and perpetuates the United States’ unhealthy dependence on oil. More >
Sep 17th
Reno Air Race on Friday, Nevada ends in great sadness as the racing plane crashed into the stands killing 3 people including the pilot and injuring around 50. The plane, a P-51 Mustang that was being flown by well-known veteran pilot Jimmy Leeward, crashed into a box seat area in front of the main grandstand at the Reno Air Races. Leeward was a well-known real estate developer and pilot who maintained an air ranch in Ocala, Florida.
The Federal Aviation Administration More >
Sep 17th
Ron Artest explains the decision to change his name to Metta World Peace. On Friday morning, September 16 after a brief hearing, LosAngeles County Superior Court commissioner approved his request to change his name from Ron Artest to Metta World Peace.
“Changing my name was meant to inspire and bring youth together all around the world,” he stated. “I’m glad that it is now official” says about his new unusual name. More >
Sep 16th
Constitution Day commemorates the drafting of the U.S Constitution 224 years ago by 39 brave men on Sept. 17, 1787, in Philadelphia. This year constitution Day falls on Saturday, September 17 so the holiday is observed on Friday, September 16.
The U.S. Constitution was just four hand-written pages. With a mere 4,543 words, it is the shortest and oldest written constitution of any major government in the world. Much of our nation’s rich history is tied to the Constitution. And much of today’s modern political debate centers around how More >