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California’s Same-Sex Marriage Ban Again Held Unconstitutional

Today in a 2-1 decision, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals held that California’s ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional. In a bold statement by the majority, the court stated: “Proposition 8 served no purpose, and had no effect, other than to lessen the status and human dignity of gays and lesbians in California.” The holding, though limited to California, is another big step towards recognizing equal rights for gays and lesbians in the country. Continue reading →

The New Definition of Sugar Daddy

Attention gold-diggers and lawsuit dodgers! Just when you heard of every possible way a to avoid the consequences of your actions while also keeping the benefits of being Richie Rich, along comes merde ambulante, John Goodman. Goodman, founder of the International Polo Club Palm Beach aka Douche Canoe Depot, is a billionaire who, in 2010, decided to get all boozed up and drive. On his merrily drunken way, Goodman ran a stop sign and collided with Patrick Wilson’s car, which was catapulted into a canal. Wilson was unable to escape his car and died.

Now here’s the best part – the 48 year-old Goodman, who has been dating the lovely 42 year-old woman pictured on his right since 2009, suddenly decided to adopt her. As in, SHE IS NOW LEGALLY HIS CHILD and in control of one-third of his assets. Sugar daddy, indeed. Continue reading →

Don Cornelius, Creator of Soul Train, Has Died

Don Cornelius, creator, producer and host of the iconic Soul Train television show, was found dead this morning of a gun-shot wound. No foul play is suspected but the investigation is on-going. A tragic ending to a historic career that put black musical artists on one of the longest-running syndicated shows in television history. Cornelius was an elegant and dapper man, who will be respected for his contributions to the American landscape for many years to come. Continue reading →

Which is the Nastiest Dunk of the Week (So Far)?

Last night, Super-ginger and NBA star, Blake Griffin, did something no one should be able to do, nor should they do. It was so sick that you actually feel badly for the guy (Kendrick Perkins) whose name will now only be associated with Griffin trying to make the basketball part of Perkins’ anatomy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOpGJI2Njrg

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Saturday Night Shameless Pop OT

There are songs we are just supposed to like. They are written to appeal to the broadest audience with an irresistible beat and universally relatable lyrics. They are sung by the hottest pop stars and served up with a heavy dose of saccharin. Tonight, we offer a safe place for you to reveal those songs you turn up when you are all alone in the car or shower and sing at the top of your lungs. Continue reading →