BREAKING NEWS: American Citizen Released From North Korea Arrives in San Francisco!!

Merrill Newman, 85, held in North Korea since October, tells reporters he’s happy to be home, but tired. Newman was held for alleged hostile acts. Ironically, Newman is a war veteran. Before he boarded a plane back to San Francisco, he had a discussion with Vice President Joe Biden. Check out there discussion after the jump.


MLB Reminder: 2013 Home Run Derby Takes Place Tonight!

Just a friendly reminder that the 2013 Home Run Derby takes place tonight at Citi Field  in NY (8p on ESPN)! Captains David Wright and Robinson Cano will lead the talented squads. Complete rosters after the jump…


Months After Hurricane Sandy…The Statue Of Liberty Reopens On The 4th Of July!

It’s a good day to be an American, especially if you were on Liberty Island today. This 4th of July marks the re-opening of the Statue of Liberty since Hurricane Sandy destroyed its surroundings a few months ago. New York’s, Mayor Bloomberg along with federal officials, and a crowd that stretched for blocks were in attendance for the ribbon-cutting ceremony. That includes, Heather and Chris Leykam and their three children, one of the children whom was celebrating a birthday. “This to us, Liberty Island, is really about a rebirth,” said Heather Leykam. “It is a sense of renewal for the city and the country,” she continues. Many around the country are celebrating the fact that one of our nations symbols has been restored for the viewing public, and so am I. Hit the jump and check out some of on-lookers.


Acting Venezuelan President Slams United States, Plans To Continue Socialist Agenda

When Hugo Chavez died a leadership void became very clear in Venezuela, where Chavez was enforcing a socialist inspired agenda. The country has now solidified their leadership by swearing in Nicolas Maduro as acting President, however in doing so they may have distanced themselves from the United States. Maduro has vowed to continue the socialist agenda of Chavez, but took it even further to say some strong things about the USA. I don’t think the first order of business when you get sworn in is to point fingers is the smartest way to go about things, but in time we will see if this guy can really run a country. Hit the jump to see what he had to say.


(Photos) French Montana’s “Excuse My French” Album Cover – Artwork

French Montana is really showing appreciation for his heritage with this one. The Morracan-born American will be dropping “Excuse My French” April 16th, and already released is the artwork. “It is about the journey of an artist that has come from Morocco to New York and worked his way to becoming one of hip hop’s hottest movements,” Bad Boy President Harve Pierre says. French was able to bypass the 50 drama and do what he had to do. Next, is the single “Freaks”. Excited! Go ahead Frenchie, “work hard, play hard”. Check out the gallery for the cover.


Algerian Hostage Situation Is Over

The UK and Norway have announced that the hostage situation in Algeria is over. Defense Secretary Philip Hammond announced that he is still pressing the government to find out exact details about this situation and why it occurred. There are not many details about the hostage situation outcome but we do know that a total of seven hostages and 11 militants were killed as a result. There is no word thus far as to how many Americans were killed besides the one that was reported yesterday. Read more below. Julie A.


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