Category: In the News

it’s not bad that Arlen Specter switched sides

Some people are making a huge deal of Senator Arlen Specter leaving the Republican party to switch to being a Democrat.  (At least he admitted it was mostly for re-election purposes.  Even if he betrayed his convictions and values, at least he can say he was honest about his betrayal.)

I realize his party switch can affect votes along party lines, but other than that, it’s actually a win-win situation for both sides, because it raises the average IQ of both parties.  🙂

Obama’s first 100 days

The major news networks are making it big news that President Barack Obama has completed his first 100 days in office.  But what’s the big deal?  Haven’t all presidents completed their first 100 days?  🙂

penalized for farting during soccer game

In the news, a football (soccer) player in Europe was penalized for farting during a game.  The official considered it “ungentlemanly conduct”.  What in the world?!?  That kind of thing is gonna happen sometimes, especially when you’re out on a field for hours and running around.  Besides, it’s a natural bodily function.

The incident happened at a bad time for the player’s team, because they are currently without a sponsor.  Perhaps Beano should sponsor them.  🙂

6 pound burrito challenge

I heard where a NASCAR Cafe in Las Vegas sells a 2-foot, 6-pound burrito, and they made it into a challenge.   If people can eat it, they win unlimited rides on a roller coaster.   Hopefully they don’t have to use it that day!  If they fail at the challenge, they have to wear a pink T-shirt that says “Weenie”.  Winners also get a T-shirt, but it says “Conquered the Bomb.”

I think more restaurants should have challenges like that…