For now lets justleave TIGER alone and let him do him. Stop being all up in his business and let him get his priorities back in check. TIGER will be fine.

As far as these women ….who cares. They know what they signed up for when they hooked up. The game doesn’t change on the players. Please.  They got paid whether is was money, foo, cash or sex. Everyone got a little something, something.

I can;’t wait until things get back to normal.

TIGER hang in there and keep it movin…There will be other birthday parties for your son and this will be a distant memory.

Clean up your backyard first.  Start a couple of careers, help saves some lives. My God I sam just sick of these people already. So what we find out a secret that is why its called a secret.

Give me your comments on this issue.

To update you on The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, signed into law by President Obama on February 17, 2009, is a $787 billion stimulus bill. One of the many provisions of the bill is to directly provide relief to millions on the COBRA plan or ex-employees who need COBRA coverage. This “COBRA stimulus plan” will provide enrollees a COBRA premium subsidy along with providing COBRA benefits to ex-employees who denied coverage.

What is Cobra?

Cobra, was put into law in 1985 to help workers who lost their job continue their health insurance. Basically, it gave the ex-employee the ability to continue their employer sponsored health insurance plan. The insurance stayed the same but the entire premium was to be paid by the ex-employee.

The First Part of The COBRA Stimulus Plan: Reduced Premiums

The COBRA stimulus plan basically has two parts. In the first part, The COBRA stimulus plan will be able to step in and help struggling families trying to pay their COBRA benefits. People who are currently enrolled in the COBRA plan will get a 65% reduction in their premium costs. This will be a huge savings to many families struggling to keep their COBRA benefits.

Part 2: The Ability to Re-Enroll into COBRA

The second part of the COBRA stimulus plan will provide recently unemployed people the ability to re-enroll into the COBRA plan, even if they had denied coverage in the past. This will help a great amount of people who choose not to continue their health insurance through COBRA because they just could not afford it.

9 Key Details about the Cobra Stimulus Plan

1. Valid for people who were involuntarily terminated between September 1, 2008 and December 31, 2009

2. To be eligible annual income cannot exceed $125,000 for a single person and $250,000 for a couples

3. 65% of existing COBRA premiums will be subsidized by the U.S. Treasury Department

4. Subsidies will be available for up to 9 months

5. If you declined COBRA coverage after September 1, 2008 you will have the option to re-enroll into COBRA with the above subsides

6. Notices of the COBRA subsidies and re-enrollment information will be sent from the COBRA administrator (usually your previous employer)

7. Subsidies will be paid, via a refundable tax credit, directly to the COBRA administrators

8. Subsidies will terminate if the enrollee acquires a new health insurance plan through another employer or is eligible for Medicare

9. Subsidies will only apply to COBRA premiums paid after the effective date of February 17, 2009 and there will be no refund of premiums prior to this date

To find out more information: You can contact your job administrator or a Benefits Advisor by calling toll free 1.866.444.3272

http://www.dol.gov/dol/topic/health-plans/cobra.htm

1. Don’t’ panic. Instead, see a professional such as an advisor at one of CUCS’ 3 community Single Stop Centers or any of the 59 Single Stop Centers in the Single Stop USA Network funded by the Robin Hood Foundation throughout New York City.  Single Stop staff can assess your situation and inform you of your options on a complete range of financial and legal issues.

1. Make sure you are accessing all the benefits you or your family are entitled to. Many households=2 0do not apply for things such as food stamps, free or low-cost health insurance and heating assistance, even though they are eligible and the receipt of these benefits could make a huge difference in their ability to remain healthy and stably housed.  In fact, $65 billion worth of benefits go unclaimed each year by eligible households.  CUCS’ Single Stops have advisors who can help you determine what benefits you are eligible for and will help you apply for these benefits.

1. Develop a household budget. It’s important to know where your money is going so you can determine if there are ways in which you can cut back in one or more areas and so that you can have sufficient funds available throughout the month.  Advisors at CUCS’ Single Stops can help you in developing a practical budget.

1. If you fall behind on rent, be proactive and speak with your landlord. Many times, you can work out a payment plan before so that you don’t fall farther behind and risk court eviction proceedings.  If you have an eviction pending, see a lawyer so that you can know your rights.  CUCS’ Single Stops can assist you in developing a plan with your landlord and offer you free legal services to assist you in staying stably housed.

1. Access free or low-cost resources in your community. CUCS’ Single Stop staff can assist you in finding nearby food pantries and other emergency services.

1. Don’t forget about tax credits. If you are a low-income household, you may be entitled to both state and federal tax credits.  CUCS’ Single Stops can help you with your tax returns including securing any tax credits you may be entitled to.

Celebrities like Ashton Kutcher are going back to their roots. Ashton who is famous for producing the MTV show Punk and maryying Demi Moore has decided to coach the North Hollywood harvard-Westlake freshman football team.

That’s right the Wolverines has a new coach in town. Ashton is certaintly no stranger to football. BAck in Iowa he was a wide receiver for his school’s football team. Ashton decided to help coach the Wolverines freshman team last week because he’s friends with its coach, Scott Wood.

Kutcher will attend practice five days a week, helped his team start off the season well when they won their first game, 21-12, in an upset. “He’s put in the time to learn our schemes and systems, and so far he’s been a pleasant surprise as a coach,” says Barzdukas. “He’s a great communicator.”

Runway model and golfer Anna Rawson is tied for the lead after the first round of the Bell Micro Classic.  Rawson, a former Southern California star from Australia, had six birdies and a bogey on The Crossing course at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail’s Magnolia Grove complex. She has missed the cut in seven of her nine tour starts this year.

“I just hit fairways and I hit it close a lot, and then I made the putts,” Rawson said. “I’ve kind of been playing that way for the last four weeks and I haven’t been making any putts. I think the new putter that I got on Monday really helped.”

Serena Willaims– Champion Again, No. 1 Again

Serena celebrated winning her ninth Grand Slam crown at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. This is her third US Open WIN. when  It was tennis of the highest standard as she won 6-4, 7-5 and in doing so the world number one ranking also returned to her arms.

“I’m so excited.  I can’t even describe it,” said Serena. “Usually after a Grand Slam I feel like I still have another match to play, but I don’t really feel that way today.  I feel like it’s done and it’s all over, and I’m so excited.  I just    I think it showed on the court.

“I mean, everyone is so excited, believe me.  I mean, this is cool, because I’m at No. 9; I’m pushing the doors closer to double digits, which obviously I want to get to.

“This is cool, because I feel like my game has gotten a lot better and I’ve improved, and, you know    I don’t know.  It was just    each one is really special.  Each one is so special.

“I don’t know.  The Olympic gold medal, though, still, I love.  I can’t tell you how excited I was to win the gold medal.”

No. 1 is an added bonus,” she said. “Like I said, I wasn’t even trying to be No. 1.  I always said if I win tournaments    and then, Ah, I can’t believe I’m No. 1.  It’s been so long.  It’s kind of weird.”

Serena Williams, of the United States, after her win over her sister Venus Williams,  at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008.

Yes its true ladies and gentlemen Charles Oakley has gone from NBA superstar to chief extradionaire hosting a unique cooking show called “Cafe Oakley”.

By Florence Anthony

Celebrity Journalist and Media Mogul Flo Anthony

     Recently, Moet & Chandon hosted Angela Bassett’s 50^th surprise birthday party celebration at Angela and her husband Courtney Vance’s private estate in La Canada Flintridge, California. Around 150 of Angela’s closest friends and family showed up to celebrate the actress’s birthday including Samuel L. Jackson and Regina King. At one point in the evening Forest Whitaker and his wife Keisha proposed a beautiful toast in Angela’s honor followed by an unbelievable two hour performance by Stevie Wonder that brought the house down…….

     Celebrity Handbag Designer Timmy Woods has created a new handbag inspired by Presidential Candidate Barack Obama. Woods is unveiling her handbag and says a portion of the sales of this bag will be donated to charity. The Obama Handbag was inspired by his sign he always speaks in front of during his rallys and speeches. Woods’ handbags are carried by many stars. Her Eiffel Tower bag was carried Sarah Jessica Parker in “Sex In The City.” Woods says the first Obama handbag will go to Michelle Obama……

     They call her “Princess Billie,” but Billie Holliday Jr. is the reigning Queen of Jazz in Harlem and soon to be the world. Whether she’s at the Cotton Club, Minton’s or the Lenox Lounge, this gorgeous woman, who is the spitting image of Lady Day, down to the flowers in her hair, is turning up the heat whenever she performs. Given the name Billie Holiday Jr. by MC Rudy Rush at the Apollo one night, and crowned Princess Billie by the late, great James Brown, this sulty songstress has her own sound and lyrics. Says Billie: “I’m not an impersonator, not an imitator, I’m a continuance.” You go girl. Continue On!………

     Snoop Dogg has gotten into the fashion business. According to Variety, the West Coast rapper will be unveiling his Rich  Infamous clothing line at the Magic Show in Las Vegas next week. The line will include streetwear for men between the ages o 18-35. It will eventually expand into accessories, grooming and home products!…….

     My best friend, NBA legend Charles Oakley, returns to his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, in unique fashion, with his own cooking show, Café’ Oakley. Trading in his basketball gear for the tools of a master celebrity chef, Oakley invites us into his Café’ as he prepares an assortment of easy, healthy, and delicious meals, guaranteed to satisfy even the most critical of stomachs. Says Oakley: “I’ve been eating and cooking healthy throughout my career. I just want to share the secrets with my fans!” Café’ Oakley will debut on Fox 8 in Cleveland on September 5.  

The renowned recording artist, composer, former NBA superstar, and Gold Medal Olympian, Wayman Tisdale, recently underwent surgery to remove a recurrent, cancerous tumor. After learning of his relapse, Tisdale elected to have surgery that will fully assure his overcoming the disease. Following a successful surgery, Tisdale is in good spirits and health and will be returning home shortly to recover before he picks up touring again later this fall.

Tisdale says, “I have complete faith that with the Lord’s blessings, this surgery will eliminate the cancer from my body, and I’ll soon be back on the road doing what I do best. There is a lot more music inside me, and once I am back on my feet, I look forward to sharing my joy with my fans, friends, and fellow musicians”.

The award winning bassist will take some time off to recuperate, and will be back in time for late Fall tour dates, and to host the January, 2009 “Smooth Jazz Cruise.” The seven-day excursion, which will surely be a joyful celebration, features Gerald Albright, Jonathan Butler, Peabo Bryson, Jeff Golub, Everette Harp, Jeff Lorber, Brian Simpson, John Stoddart, Jodey Watley, Kirk Whalum, Peter White, Willie and Lobo, Jonathan Slocumb, and special guests; Rufus and Chaka Khan.

Tisdale was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, located on his right tibia after breaking his leg in 2007. Knee replacement surgery and months of chemotherapy followed. The surgery which took place on August 25 to remove the lower part of his right leg is expected to eradicate the cancer, and Tisdale’s surgeons predict a full and speedy recovery.

Wayman Tisdale’s latest album, Rebound, debuted at # 1 on the Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Chart.  Tisdale’s current single, “Throwin’ It Down”, is ranked 6th in this week’s USA TODAY Mediabase Smooth AC chart. He co-wrote the upbeat, jaunty tune with Darren Rahn, who produced Wayman’s #1 single “Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now.”

Tisdale lives in Tulsa, OK, with his wife, four children, and new granddaughter, Bailey.

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ATLANTA FALCONS JONATHAN BABINEAUX

TO SERVE AS A SPOKESPERSON

FOR LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA, 

GEORGIA CHAPER

ATLANTA FALCONS JONATHAN BABINEAUX SPOKESPERSON FOR LUPUS FOUNDATION

NFL star Jonathan Babineaux has joined forces with the Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia Chapter to help raise awareness for lupus, one of the least recognizable and most misunderstood diseases affecting 55,000 Georgians and more than 1.5 million Americans.

Jonathan, who was recently inducted into the Port Arthur Hall of Fame along with his brother Jordan who plays for the Seattle Seahawks, through their Babineaux Brothers Foundation have been sponsoring fundraisers in their hometown of Port Arthur, Texas, to benefit lupus research for four years.  Jonathan is now assisting Georgians living with lupus by helping highlight the programs, services and events provided by the Georgia chapter.

The Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia Chapter (LFAGA) is the only statewide valuable resource for lupus patients, providing thousands with educational information, physician referrals, resources, support groups and educational programs. 90% of every dollar raised stays in Georgia to support chapter programs.

Monday, Sept.  22, 2008, the LFAGA is hosting its first annual “Drive for Lupus Now” Golf Tournament at Towne Lake Hills Golf Club with PGA Tour’s Jason Bohn and Mark Strickland, the 2007 Georgia State Golf Association, Player of the Year. To play golf, sponsor a golfer or for more information on all chapter programs and how to get involved and make a difference for those living with lupus, visit www.lfaga.org or call 770-333-5930 or email info@lfaga.org

Due to the alarming increase in the number of people affected by lupus in their hometown, the Babineaux family raise funds to benefit lupus programs as well as building a community recreation center.  

The BELIEVE. VOTE FOR CHANGE video was conceptualized by film producers Condra Magee of Condraversy Films and Ty Walker of Tycor International Film Productions.  “Like many others, Ty and I are committed to Barack’s presidency and married to the concept of change and this is our way of making sure we are conduits of change in November,” says Condra.  

Several Obama delegates and super-delegates from the metro-area and the Carolinas have also come on board and given their support to the project.  The team, preparing for the Democratic National Convention in Denver, expressed great excitement about the video’s ability to encourage registration and voter turnout at the polls.  Super-delegate Mary Long of the 5th Congressional District stated, “This is a historic election so registering and getting people out to vote is a critical element for Senator Obama to become President of the United States.  The film will help encourage and motivate a phenomenal turnout in November.”

The production shoot will be hosted by Red Performance and Customs whose expansive space will turn into the birthplace of this historic piece aimed at motivating and encouraging others to register to vote and believe that we can collectively change the world for the better.

To be a part of this special event, please contact Eddie Rhodman at BELIEVE@tycorproductions.com or 404.423.4493 to RSVP for a time slot.

Who:
Ty Walker, Condra Magee and Atlanta’s entertainment, athlete, political and business professionals

What:
BELIEVE. VOTE FOR CHANGE Video Production.  Featured individuals will make statements addressing what change means to them, why they support Barack Obama, and what they hope and believe in for the future.  The comments will be the basis for the compilation video.

When:
Sunday, August 24, 2008, 10:00am-7:00pm

Where:
Red Performance – 1195 Menlo Dr. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

Why:
To document views and voices from the South in support of Barack Obama

Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and specialty cocktails

Brought to you by Condraversy Films and Tycor International Film Productions

About Tycor International Film Productions:
The Atlanta-based Tycor International Film Productions Incorporated (TIFP) is an award-winning independent production company.  The Atlanta based film and high definition video production company specializes in a wide range of services from commercials to documentaries to music videos to full-length feature films, TIFP delivers to its clients and viewers in an astounding way.

For more information about Tycor International Film Productions please contact us directly at info@tycorproductions.com or visit www.tycorproductions.com.

About Condraversy Films:
Condraversy Films LLC is an award-winning full service independent production company based in Atlanta, GA.  Rooted in great storytelling, the company specializes in motion picture production at the Internet content, commercial, documentary, video, and film levels from conception to distribution.  Condraversy Films is committed to using innovative techniques, the latest technology and the best professionals in the industry to consistently create great motion picture products.

WENDY CELEBREATES HER SHOW’S RENEWAL AND INTERVIEWS BORIS KODJOE

“The Wendy Williams Show” airs Monday through Friday. Check local listings for times.

WENDY ON HOT TOPIC #1: THE RENEWAL OF HER SHOW!

To view visit: http://media2.foxnews.com/081908/Wendy_Williams_081908_700.wmv

BORIS KODJOE SHOWS WENDY HIS BACK POCKETS AND DISHES ON ALLEGED AFFAIR WITH GABRIELLE UNION

SHOWS WENDY HIS BACK POCKETS

http://media2.foxnews.com/081908/Wendy_Williams_part_3_cut_700.wmv

ON WHY HE WASN’T WEARING A WEDDING RING AT THE ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL

http://media2.foxnews.com/081908/Wendy_Williams_081908pt2_700.wmv

Boris: “Yes, I read about that. You know what…my wife and I laughed about it. When I’m at the gym, I don’t wear it. It’s a huge ring and cumbersome. When I shower and when I put on lotion…I don’t wear it. Sometimes, after applying the lotion or baby oil, you forget and the phone rings and you run out and before you know it you are at the music festival without your ring.”

ON ALLEGED AFFAIR WITH GABRIELE UNION

Boris: “I said to Gabrielle at the BET Awards, ‘Did you know we were having an affair?”  She said, ‘Oh really?! You are the other one because I’ve been having an affair with someone else too.’

Boris: (After she said that) “The weird thing is I got jealous.  I thought I was special.”

The Fox Television Stations group will launch Debmar-Mercury’s The Wendy Williams Show for a mid-2009 start following a successful multi-week preview in New York, Los Angeles, Dallas and Detroit, announced Frank Cicha, senior vice president of programming, Fox Television Stations, and Debmar-Mercury Co-Presidents Mort Marcus and Ira Bernstein. 

 

 In making the announcement, Cicha said, “Everything about the Wendy preview clicked for our stations, from conception to promotion to hitting the air.  It completely broke the mold.  The show is now a proven winner, and we can’t wait to see it debut across the country next year.”

 The Fox-owned stations in New York (WNYW), Los Angeles (KTTV), Dallas (KDFW) and Detroit (WJBK) began offering an unprecedented sneak peek of The Wendy Williams Show on July 14. It will conclude its six-week on-air preview on Aug. 22.

 Marcus commented, “Our plan has always been to offer stations a proven performer with broad appeal to today’s viewers, as well as a production that has been perfected over the course of 30 preview episodes. Now they will have the chance to launch Wendy far ahead of the crowded pack of new talk shows on tap for fall 2009.”

 Through Aug. 13, the program had posted rating increases in key demographics versus the May sweeps, including every key demo in New York and Los Angeles. 

 “Wendy is an extraordinary talent who has attracted the strongest ratings for a new offering in years and generated enormous buzz around the country—unheard of for a show airing only in four markets,” added Bernstein. “We are grateful to Fox for believing in Wendy as much as we do.”

 The Wendy Williams Show is a daily, one-hour entertainment talk show starring New York DJ, syndicated radio host, TV personality and best-selling author Wendy Williams.  Broadcast live from New York, it features Williams’ commentary on celebrity gossip and news events, as well as interviews, fashion and advice segments in which Williams  helps audience members and viewers handle personal life issues involving sex, relationships, money and dating. 

 Williams noted, “Doing the daily show for the past six weeks has really been one of the most exciting times in my life.  It has given me the chance to be myself while living out my dream and connecting with my fans on a whole new level.  I am incredibly excited about coming back next year, and want to thank the Fox Television Stations group and Debmar-Mercury for all their help in getting this show on the air and making it a true phenomenon this summer.” 

 The Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 27 stations in 18 markets and covering nearly 37.34% of television homes in the U.S.  This includes six duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix and Orlando.

 Debmar-Mercury is a worldwide production and distribution company specializing in syndication, cable, network, VOD/Pay-Per-View and Pay TV.  The company produces and distributes The Wendy Williams Show and, in association with Hasbro, Inc., Trivial Pursuit: America Plays; it distributes Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, American Chopper, The Deadliest Catch, South Park; Family Feud, The Surreal Life family of celebrity-based reality shows, The Dead Zone, entertaining series for educational/informational time periods, and an extensive movie library featuring titles from Revolution Studios and Lionsgate.  Debmar-Mercury is a wholly owned subsidiary of Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF), the leading next generation filmed entertainment studio.