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On Monday, Touchdown Jesus burned down, after being struck by lightning. The statue, which was built out of styrofoam and fiberglass, back in 2004, was located on the grounds of Solid Rock Chuch, in Monroe, Ohio. Now, all that’s left of the statue is the metal frame.

The statue has become extremely popular over the years, and especially since the news of its burn-down, earlier this morning. Many people have called the statue “Touchdown Jesus” because of the way Jesus holds his arms in the air, as if to signal a touchdown in a football game.

Although the statue was originally named “Touchdown Jesus,” Snark News reports that it’s also been called several other names throughout the past 6 years. These names include 8-Ball Jesus, Giant Jesus, Super Jesus, MC 62-Foot Jesus, Big J, Drowning Jesus, Quicksand Jesus, and Swamp Jesus.

The story has been causing quite a stir, as people find it interesting that lightning, seen as an act of God, by some, burned down the statue of Jesus. Many people are having a fun time with this story, but the Wall Street Journal Blog says that the creator of the 65-Foot-Tall Jesus statue, would like the piece to be reconstructed.

In a recent interview, Lynch told the press that he was “shocked and saddened to begin with.” Soon after, he noted that the church should make a newer version of the statue that’s “bigger and better.” Currently, no news about a rebuild has been posted.

Earlier today, we reported Bob Etheridge Attacks Students: VIDEO! Just as we had predicted, the video went viral. The original article written on the Huffington Post currently has around 7060 comments.

A recent update on Huffington Post’s website says that Bob Etheridge has apologized for his actions. “I deeply and profoundly regret my reaction and I apologize to all involved. Throughout my many years of service to the people of North Carolina, I have always tried to treat people from all viewpoints with respect. No matter how intrusive and partisan our politics can become, this does not justify a poor response. I have and I will always work to promote a civil public discourse.”

If you haven’t already seen the viral Youtube video, which already has 60,000 views and counting, Etheridge is seen being approached by students who ask him, “Hi, Congressman. How are you? Do you fully support the Obama agenda?” The next thing you know, Etheridge knocks the camera away from one of the students and grabs his arm. News by the People was one of the first sources to cover the news, which broke loose earlier this morning.

If it’s one thing that you should never do when you’re a congressman, attacking a student interviewer is probably in the list of the top 10. North Carolina Congressman, Bob Etheridge likely didn’t receive this memo.

In a recent attempt to get an interview, an individual who identified himself as a “student,” asked the Etheridge if he “fully supported the Obama agenda.”

“Hi, Congressman. How are you? Do you fully support the Obama agenda?”

Etheridge didn’t answer the question. Instead he knocked the interviewers camera to the ground, and replied:

“Who are you?”

Etheridge followed by grabbing the student’s wrist, and continued to ask him, who he was.

The student said,

“We’re just here for a project…we’re just students.”

The student asked Etheridge to let go of his wrist several times, with no avail. Let it be known that both of the students continued to keep themselves composed, even when the congressman was visibly irritated, and totally out of line. They continued to address him as “sir,” and he continued to rudely ask them who they were, while clinching the boy’s wrist. At one point, the congressman even put his arm completely around the boy.

The news just broke of this incident early this morning, but currently, the Youtube video, posted on the Huffington Posts website: Bob Etheridge Attacks Student: North Carolina Congressman Gets Rough With Interviewer (VIDEO), has not gone viral.

Currently, no other information is available. We’re unsure of if any charges will be pressed, but if we do know one thing, Etheridge will definitely have some explaining to do. Update: Bob Etheridge Apology Update!

This story is definitely worthy of a poll. Do you guys think Etheridge was out of line, or do you believe he had a right to do what he did? Be sure to take the poll below, and leave all comments at the end of this article, in the commenting section.

If you’re interested in seeing the video yourself, be sure to check it out on Youtube: Congressman Assaults Student on Washington Sidewalk.

Originally, there were 12 reported dead, but that number has risen to 16. ABC News reports that the Albert Pike Campground had flash floods last night, and that those camping near the river, were engulfed in water, after the water level rose 20 feet.

Police Spokesman, Bill Sadler said,

“The primary mission of the Arkansas State Police working with local authorities right now is to get the living out of the area and locate the dead.”

He also noted that the remote area is hard to reach and extremely rugged. Even today, the area is still flooded.

Matt DeCample, a spokesman for governor Mike Beebe recently told ABC News:

“It’s a terrible tragedy and we’re doing all we can to hopefully find some folks and bring some people back who are stranded out there.”

It’s currently estimated that 3 dozen campers are still missing. The death tolls in this tragedy are sadly expected to rise. More information will be posted as this story breaks. Our prayers go out to all of those who were involved in the tragedy.

One of the most hilarious videos has hit the web, and CBS News is displaying it on their website. The video shows actress, Salma Hayek, sitting in a chair between two other girls sitting next to her. The next thing you know, a snake slithers in, Salma’s jumping on the girl to the right of her, and everyone is telling her to calm down.

The entire situation was recorded by Extra. What was to be an interview to Salma Hayek’s recent role in Grown Ups, has now become a viral video across the net.

Grown Ups will be in theaters 6/25/10.

If there’s one FREE way to promote a movie, a snake, a screaming celebrity, and a Youtube video, is definitely one of those ways. What do you guys think of the video? Is it genuine or is it promotional? Be sure to take the poll and leave your comments below.

Featured News - Jordan van der Sloot has unofficially closed the Stephany Flores Murder Case… On May 30th, 2010, Stephany Flores was seen entering into Sloot’s hotel room. Sloot left his hotel room many hours later, but Flores did not.

According to the Huffington Post, officer Abel Gamarra stated that Sloot had confessed during questioning. No further details by Gamarra have been released.

We do know that the case will soon be given to prosecutors, who will see Sloot, and press formal charges against him. In the meantime, the National Prison Institute will decide on the prison that Sloot will be sent off to.

You may be familiar with Jordan van der Sloot, likely because in previous years, he was arrested twice as the main suspect in the Natalee Holloway case. If you’re not familiar with the case, Holloway was an American girl, who disappeared from her Caribbean resort, back in 2005. Both times he was arrested, Sloot was freed, due to unsubstantial amounts of evidence.

More information about Jordan van der Sloot’s confession can be seen in the video below. The second video will also show the surveillance video, where Sloot can be seen entering into his room with Stephany Flores.

We will keep you updated on any further news updates as they develop. Be sure to bookmark this page, as it will serve as a navigation system to other stories, for this case, as the news breaks.

People around the world are mourning the loss of Golden Girl’s star, Rue McClanahan. Her recent death was caused by a stroke, says People Magazine.

It seems that Rue had been in unstable condition for quite some time. Sources note that she was a breast cancer survivor, but after going through bypass surgery earlier this year, she did suffer from a minor stroke.

Co-star, Betty White, who’s currently 88-years-old, is the last surviving member of the Golden Girls. Golden Girls, Estelle Getty and Bea Arthur passed away in July of 2008 and April of 2009.

Betty White was extremely saddened by Rue’s death. In an interview with People, she said

“Rue was a close and dear friend. I treasured our relationship. It hurts more than I ever thought it would, if that’s even possible.”

Golden Girls writer and producer, Marc Cherry, also had many kind words.

“When I worked on The Golden Girls, my favorite character to write for was Blanche Devereaux. In the hands of lesser actresses Blanche’s vanity and sexual appetite would have been off-putting. But in Rue’s brilliant hands, that character became one of the most beloved in the history of T.V. Rue’s kindness, generosity and enormous talent will be sorely missed.”

McClanahan was married 6 times, and is survived by her husband, Morrow Wilson, and her son, Mark. McClanahan was only 76-years-old.

Great tribute pages made for Rue, can be seen over at Pop Eater: Rue McClanahan Death & TV Squad: Rue McClanahan Best Golden Girl Moments. Information for this article was obtained via Pop Eater & People.

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Ali Ollie Woodson: Famous for co-writing, co-producing, and singing the leading vocals in the song, “Treat Her Like a Lady,” has sadly died at the age of 58, due to Leukaemia.

Woodson was diagnosed with cancer back in 2008, and had been battling the disease ever since. On May 30th, 2008, Ollie Woodsoon passed away, leaving behind his wife, Juanita.

In the beginning of his career, in the 1970’s, Ollie Woodson was a member of Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters. In the 1980’s, Woodson became famous after replacing Dennis Edwards in the Motown quintet. After leaving the band in 1986, and rejoining in 1988, the group went on to produce an album, “For Lovers Only,” in 1995.

Motown Alumni Association President Billy Wilson has confirmed the star’s death, according to Ace Showbiz.

Wilson had this to say about Ali Ollie Woodson: “He had this swagger about himself. He was cool. He had a coolness about himself that was really very inviting. He was just a star performer. Wonderful person. Wonderful, wonderful person. He was very kind.”

Since the news first broke this morning, Bloggers and News Journals have been covering the death of Ali Ollie Woodson.

I saw a really nice tribute page over at Pop Eater: Ali-Ollie Woodson of The Temptations Dies at 58, which currently has around 27 comments, all containing kind words.

Alli Ollie Woodson was and still is an icon today. He will be remembered by people around the world, for what he has done on and off the stage.

News Sources:

1. The Temptations Star Ali-Ollie Woodson Died
2. Temptations Singer Ali Ollie Woodson Dies at 58

If I told you guys that the following picture is an unedited picture of Lindsay Lohan, would you believe it?

If all of Lohan’s court dates don’t make her more attractive then she already is… maybe her new SCRAM – Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring Bracelet will…

According to the Associated Press, Lindsay Lohan’s new ankle bracelet isn’t necessarily something that the “star” would wear for accessory purposes. Instead, the “star” is required to wear SCRAM, because the law wants to keep an eye on her blood alcohol level. The minute that baby passes a .02 alcohol level, the courts will be notified via phone.

If you’re interested in how the ‘ankle breathalyzer’ works, when it will be available to the public, along with other fun facts, be sure to check out my post on Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring. (available soon)

Ex NBA star, Jayson Williams and actress along with rapper Eve, are other celebrities that have been known to sport the gear. That’s definitely free publicity for the company. Note to marketers: If you can get problem celebrities to sport your gear, you’re on the right track. That’s what I call free promotion.

It’s currently unknown by the public to how long Lindsay Lohan will have to sport SCRAM. The Associated Press noted that people generally have to sport sweet piece of jewelry for 90 days.

Do You Think Lindsay Lohan Can Stay Sober For 90 Days? To share your opinions with the rest of the world, be sure to leave all of your comments below. Also, be sure to take the poll, above!