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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9TH – WHAT’S HAPPENING
A woman was jogging at a park in Oakland, California last week when, out of nowhere, a dog ran up and tried to attack her. The woman whipped out her pepper spray and used it to protect herself from the dog.
Well . . . that was NOT cool with the 19-year-old woman named Alma who owned the dog. So she ran up, and punched, kicked, and BIT the jogger.
That’s right . . . the woman jogging got attacked by a dog, but the only bite mark she wound up with came from a human.
Alma was arrested, the jogger is recovering.
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Apparently, one of the hottest new fitness trends is . . . chugging a gallon of whole milk every day. It’s called the GOMAD Diet, which stands for Gallon Of Milk A Day.
And obviously it’s not to lose weight . . . it’s for people looking to pack on muscle by powering down an extra 2,400 calories a day to supplement their hashtag sick gains. But there are three MAJOR problems . . .
- Studies have found a connection between high levels of calcium and prostate cancer. Plus when you drink that much whole milk, you could be too full to eat other foods that have the vitamins and nutrients you need.
- And one big side effect of pounding that much milk is . . . horrible FLATULENCE.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Sunday night’s Golden Globes produced an unlikely hero. The awards may be given by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, but it was Canadian Model Kelleth Cuthbert, dubbed “Fiji Water Girl”, who won the people’s hearts. Posing daringly close to some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, Cuthbert successfully photobombed dozens of red-carpet photos, always with a wry look on her face.
Before long, Fiji Water Girl had her own parody Twitter account and the adoration of the Internet. And Fiji, the official bottled water partner of the Golden Globes, didn’t mind the attention either.
“Celebrity Big Brother” Feature Caitlyn Jenner and Another Former Trump Official?
Rumor has it that CAITLYN JENNER will appear on the second season of “Celebrity Big Brother”, which will premiere on CBS later this month. And like Season One, a former Trump official may also be in the fold . . . “Newsweek” says former White House Press Secretary SEAN SPICER will be one of the houseguests.
The rest of the rumored cast includes:
Former NFL wide receiver Calvin Johnson
Lindsay Lohan’s mother Dina Lohan
Justin Bieber’s father-in-law Stephen Baldwin
Tonya Harding
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TODAY IS……………….
- “Consumer Electronics Show”, continues today in Las Vegas and runs through Friday. CES is the world’s gathering place for all those who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. It has served as the proving ground for innovators and breakthrough technologies for over 50 years.
1984, the very first Wendy’s “Where’s The Beef?!?” commercial aired
2007 [12] Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveils the ‘iPhone’ at the Macworld convention in San Francisco CA
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COUNTRY MUSIC NOTE
January 9TH, 2012 Blake Shelton nets gold and platinum singles for “God Gave Me You”
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If You Can Make the Kick Cody Parkey Missed, You Can Get a Year of Free Beer
It’s easy to sit on your couch and mock an athlete like Chicago Bears kicker CODY PARKEY, who wasn’t able to hit a last minute, 43-yard field goal to beat the Philadelphia Eagles.
So, Chicago’s Goose Island brewery wants you to put your money where your mouth is, with a new challenge.
They’re building a goal post outside their building, and this Saturday, fans can show up and try to make that 43-yarder. Oh, and in addition to bragging rights, you can also win a FREE CASE OF BEER EVERY WEEK FOR A YEAR!
They TWEETED, quote, “A lot of armchair kickers are saying that they could hit that field goal, which we find DOUBTFUL. You’re gonna sit there on your throne of potato chips and vape pens and criticize this dude’s athleticism? GET REAL.”
According to a list of rules they Tweeted out, you have to show up at noon to sign up, and spots will be limited. You get one try, and, quote, “All Goose Island referee calls are final.”
There’s no word how many people will get to kick, but anyone who makes it gets the free beer deal. There’s also no word if employees are allowed to ‘ice’ the kickers . . . or if the kicks PARTIALLY BLOCKED, which would more accurately reflect Cody’s situation.
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TODAY’S GOOD NEWS
Three inmates in North Carolina were picking up trash on the side of the road last Wednesday, when the guard who was watching them passed out.
But instead of running off, they all opted to help him, and probably saved his life.
The guard’s name is James Smith. He looks like he’s in his 60s. And it turned out he had a stroke.
At first, they thought he just fell over, but when they went to help him up he had trouble answering questions. So they grabbed his phone and called 911.
Paramedics got him to a hospital, and he’s still recovering but should be okay. All three inmates got an award for it, which could help them land a job once they get out.
One of them is a guy named Roy Smith, who says he thinks of James as a friend, not just a cop.
And he never even considered running off, because quote, “If that was my father lying beside the road, I would want somebody to help him.”
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BIRTHDAYS
(68) Crystal Gayle, Country singer. Loretta Lynn’s little sister.
[37] Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton), Reading UK, wife of
Britain’s Prince William
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CES 2019:
Highlights from the biggest tech trade show of the year, the Consumer Electronics Show, running this week in Las Vegas …
➢ Ovis Suitcase: This battery-powered baggage follows you around, hands-free, at up to 6mph. Cameras allow it to learn who its owner is, and if someone else walks off with your suitcase, you’ll be notified via smartphone app. $799
➢ High-Tech Toothbrushes: The Y-Brush features a mouthguard-like shape and vibrating motor, which promises to clean half your mouth in 10 seconds. $125 (
➢ WT2Plus Real-Time translator: These earbuds allow you to have a conversation with someone who speaks a different language. $219
➢ LavvieBot Self-Cleaning Litter Box: A rake on the inside gently and quietly removes clumps. You can set different timed intervals for the box to clean the litter bed. Waste is kept in a bag-lined drawer which only needs to be emptied once every two weeks. An app monitors your cat’s weight and can also text you when your kitty goes. $379
➢ Samsung’s “The Wall” TV: With a 219-inch screen, you can see where it gets its name. Also available: The 98-inch Samsung Q900 LED TV with 8K resolution. Not sure of the price, but last year’s 85-incher was a paltry $15,000
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STUDY: THE POSTURE WE TAKE WHILE USING COMPUTERS GIVES US NECK PROBLEMS
Most people use computers every day, but it turns out the posture we take while doing so is causing neck issues.
Researchers asked students to sit upright with their heads properly aligned on their necks and asked them to turn their heads. Then they had the students “scrunch” their necks and jut their heads forward. Ninety-two percent reported being able to turn their heads much farther when not scrunching up their neck.
Also, in a second test, 98 percent reported some level of pain in their head, neck, or eyes after scrunching their necks for 30 seconds. Often, when staring at a computer screen, people jut their head forward to look more closely at the screen.
Study leader Erik Peper explains, “When your posture is tall and erect, the muscles of your back can easily support the weight of your head and neck . But when your head juts forward at a 45 degree angle, your neck acts like a fulcrum, like a long lever lifting a heavy object. Now the muscle weight of your head and neck is the equivalent of about 45 pounds. It is not surprising people get stiff necks and shoulder and back pain.”
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RANDOM REPORT
- You share your birthday with at least 9 other million people in the world.
- The name Tyrannosaurus rex is a mix of Greek and Latin that translates into “tyrant lizard king.”
- During his lifetime, artist Vincent Van Gogh only sold one of his paintings.
- The Mall of America in Minnesota doesn’t have a central heating system. A combination of skylights, all the regular lights, and people’s body heat keep it so warm they even have to run the air conditioner in the winter.
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WEDNESDAY JANUARY 9TH
TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS
(68) Crystal Gayle, Country singer. Loretta Lynn’s little sister.
[37] Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (Kate Middleton), Reading UK, wife of
Britain’s Prince William
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- NHL
Montreal 3 Detroit 2
Winnipeg 7 Colorado 4
Tomorrow night we’ll have Chatham Maroon’s hockey on CFCO
- • “Schooled” (ABC): Series premiere. A spinoff from The Goldbergs set in the ’90s at a private school in Philadelphia.
• “Match Game” (ABC): Season 4 premiere.
- Apparently, more people will die THIS WEEK than any other week of the year.
A study found that during the second week of January about 40% more people die than other weeks of the year.
And the main reasons are the cold weather . . . and a lot of illnesses going around.
On the bright side, I guess that means as long as you can survive this week, you’re good?
- The Dungan family in Salinas, California was out of town this past weekend, but when they reviewed the security camera outside their front door, they saw something STRANGE went down early on Saturday.
A guy spent three hours standing there . . . LICKING their DOORBELL.
They turned the video over to the Police, and they identified the guy. He also stole some extension cords off the porch, so the cops are trying to track him down on prowling and theft charges.
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ALABAMA POSTPONES FIRST DATES ON TOUR
A medical issue concerning lead singer Randy Owen has forced Alabama to postpone the first two dates on their 50th Anniversary Tour, which was set to open tomorrow night (Thursday, January 10th) in Detroit. According to reports, Randy’s back spasms will also prevent the band from taking the stage in Indianapolis on Friday (January 11th).
At press time, Alabama had not issued a statement, however to reports the group’s management is working to reschedule the concerts.
Hopefully, Randy will be feeling better in time for their next scheduled concert in Atlantic City, NJ on January 19th.
FAST FACTS
Alabama has nearly 30 dates throughout the U.S. on the books for 2019.
They will be joined by The Charlie Daniels Band, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Oak Ridge Boys, Restless Heart, Chris Janson, Tracy Lawrence and Exile on select dates.
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JON PARDI LOVES FAMILY VIBE OF TOURING WITH DIERKS BENTLEY
Jon Pardi loved being on the road with Dierks Bentley on the What the Hell Tour in 2017 for many reasons, not the least of which was the family vibe that Dierks brings.
Jon will head back out with Dierks on the Burning Man Tour, which kicks off on January 17th in Hamilton, Ontario.
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JASON ALDEAN TALKS NUMBER ONE HIT, BECOMING HOMELESS
Jason Aldean celebrated his career 21st Number One hit yesterday (Tuesday, January 8th) with a party in Nashville. He gathered with the writers of “Drowns The Whiskey” to toast to the milestone hit, along with family, friends and members of the Nashville music industry.
Jason’s Number One party came in the midst of a whirlwind time for the superstar, who is in the middle of moving and about to welcome a new baby daughter.
Jason is racing back up the charts with “Girl Like You,” the latest from his 2018 Rearview Town album.
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Brett Eldredge Is Going Back to His Flip-Phone . . . How Long Will He Last?
BRETT ELDREDGE hit up social media last week to issue a “Flip-Phone Challenge.” You already know where this is going. He’s switching from a smart phone to a flip-phone . . . because he wants to “stay in the moment.”
He wrote that he’s going to go back in time to 2002 when he got his first color flip-phone. Quote, “I would carry it everywhere I went but never look at it to check the never ending ‘Breaking News’ or constantly compare my life to someone else’s.”
He was tired of being at dinner with friends and finding himself “halfway paying attention” to conversations. Instead of talking and listening he’s on his phone watching videos of people chug a bottle of vodka or do a triple backflip into a pool.
Quote, “Don’t get me wrong, there is a lot of amazing things about a smart phone, but I gotta take a moment to experiment and see what it’s like to be here, RIGHT NOW, lost in the music and not in a screen.”
