E-mail and instant messaging — not social networking sites such as MySpace — are the top ways adults and kids are bullied online, according to Internet experts. Researchers studying the disturbing trend of cyber stalking are highlighting their surprising findings as many struggle to come to terms with the death …
Read More »Sen. Boxer Blocking a Judicial Nomination Many of Her Liberal Colleagues Support
Now some fresh pickings from the Political Grapevine: Stop Sign California Democratic Senator Barbara Boxer is blocking a confirmation hearing for a judicial nominee who is backed not only by the Bush administration — but by many prominent Democrats — reportedly because of his role in the Bill Clinton impeachment. …
Read More »Is Michael Jackson Courting Trouble Again?
Michael Jackson | ‘SNL’ Stars Are Safe | Lindsay Lohan Jacko: Courting Trouble Again? The atrocious behavior of Lindsay Lohan‘s parents is just one reason why the 21-year-old actress is in so much trouble now. That’s what those who are really close to Lindsay and now fear for her life …
Read More »Your Grrrs July 31, 2007: Michael Vick Responses
Here are some of your responses to Mike Straka’s last column about Michael Vick: Cyndy G. writes: You choose to be in the public spotlight, you should be held to a higher public standard! This includes athletes, music/movie/TV celebrities and politicians. Remember, it was a choice! J. Olsson writes: Let’s …
Read More »Terror at Ground Zero
Here’s what I don’t like about the Iranian government: It is giving bombs to Iraqi terrorists and American soldiers are dying. It funds Hezbollah, which started a war with Israel during which thousands of civilians were killed. It is providing sanctuary to Al Qaeda big shots, including bin Laden’s son. …
Read More »Showdown Time for the Bush Haters
Hi, I’m Bill O’Reilly. Thanks for watching us tonight and happy new year from everybody here at “The Factor”. We wish you happiness, good health, and prosperity. Well, it is showdown time for the Bush haters — that’s the subject of the year’s first “Talking Points Memo”. As you may …
Read More »Why America's Leadership Is Behind the Times
The Internet has drastically changed the way news reaches the public, but our leaders have not figured that out yet. When something happens, word almost instantaneously reaches millions of people and the event is defined by bloggers, many of whom have an agenda. So misinformation and false analysis is instantly …
Read More »Some Playground Equipment Targeted by Child Safety Groups
The jungle gym, the carousel, the monkey bars… Chances are that the mention of these playground staples brings up fond memories. But they may be memories your grandchildren will never get to share. Some playground equipment and games are coming under fire from people who think they put children at …
Read More »Parents Use Text Messaging to Keep Tabs on Kids
When it comes to keeping tabs on your children, it’s best to be all thumbs. More and more parents are using text messaging, available on most cell phones, in lieu of phone calls to find out where their children are — and when they might be coming home. “Kids nowadays, …
Read More »Miracles Do Happen
Earlier this week, I said I was praying for a miracle that one American newspaper would take my side in the University of Oregon controversy, where a radical student publication printed vile illustrations of Jesus. That hate speech violates academic standards, in my opinion. And the publication should be denied …
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