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Woman Finds Dog Buried Under Tornado Rubble [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:25:36 +0000

While this woman was being interviewed by a news reporter, she explains how she survived this deadly tornado in Oklahoma, and during the interview she reveals that she lost her dog in the midst of the devastation. Then suddenly, the dog that she thought she lost emerges from the rubble. Watch as one pet owner [...]

Watch These Animals Who Love Playing in Sprinklers — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:00:47 +0000

[onescreen item="5074995"] Anyone who’s seen their dog try to drink all the water shooting out of a sprinkler knows just how mesmerizing some animals find those machines. We don’t blame them. One of the great joys of being a kid in the summertime is running through sprinklers. And there are so many different ways to [...]

Unreal Time-Lapse Video Of Oklahoma Tornado

Speedy — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:00:11 +0000

Watch as the NBC NEWS Helicopter follows the Oklahoma tornado from start to finish,with this time-lapse video. You can see how it went from a small tornado to one of the Largest tornadoes in US history, then just fizzled away. Really crazy video.

Ultra Music Festival Dates Announced, Tickets Go on Sale May 21

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:03:29 +0000

Talk about planning ahead. Good news, EDM fans, as the Ultra Music Festival dates for 2014 have been announced. The annual dance music event, now in its 16th year, takes place in Miami Friday, March 28 and runs through Sunday, Marcy 30 of next year. Early bird tickets go on sale tomorrow, May 21, at [...]

Rihanna Wants to Kiss Miley Cyrus

Trent Fitzgerald — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:55:01 +0000

Rihanna is one sexy gal, make no mistake about it. So, it’s not shocking that so many celebrities want to smooch with the Bajan songbird. Miley Cyrus can now be added to the list. Although the singer-actress is engaged to hunky actor Liam Hemsworth she recently admitted that she wants to make out with RiRi. [...]

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Kat Dahlia Brings the Heat With 'Fireman'

Georgette Cline — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:46:26 +0000

After releasing ‘Gangsta,’ Kat Dahlia returns with ‘Fireman,’ a scorching new track produced by Cinematic. The 22-year-old songstress belts out strong, reggae-tinged vocals centered on a man whose grabbed her attention. “Oh how he seduces with his flame / And his eyes are looking mighty naughty / I know we both know he’s got it [...]

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

Kindly Customer Leaves $1,000 Tip So Waitress Can Visit Italy

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:58:50 +0000

Some days, you make more in tips than others. A woman on Tumblr shared a story about how her waitress mother recently got a $1,000 tip from a customer on a $60 bill. The rather large gratuity came after the woman told the customer how her family is from Italy and she has studied art [...]

Coachella 2014 Dates Announced

Kat Lee — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:58:25 +0000

Just when the organizers of Coachella wrap up one concert, it seems as though plans for the following year’s festivities crop up almostÂ immediately. Â Next year’s party in Indio will again take place over the course of two weekends on April 11-13 and April 18-20. Every year, the festival seems to get bigger and bigger with [...]

Tornadoes, Huge Hail Batter Midwest, Plains States; More to Come

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:49:57 +0000

On Sunday, at least 25 tornadoes pummeled states across the Midwest and Great Plains. At least two people died in the storms. Even more harsh weather, and not just tornadoes, is set to hit much of the rest of the country on Monday. Five states—Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas—have been placed on “tornado watch” [...]

Miguel Kicking a Fan in the Face at the Billboard Awards Quickly Becomes a Meme [PHOTOS, GIFS, VIDEO]

Cassandra Rose — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:32:27 +0000

R&B singer Miguel was performing 'Adorn' at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night when he got super into the moment, leapt over the crowd between two stages, and wound up inadvertently kicking a girl in the face. (Don't you hate it when that happens?)

And then, of course, the interwebz got involved. And turned it into something pretty awesome.

Ol' Dirty Bastard Estate Sends Cease & Desist Letter to Rock the Bells Organizers

Luis Mercado — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:38:19 +0000

The spirit of Ol’ Dirty Bastard will not hit that Rock the Bells stage this year without a fight. The widow of the late Wu-Tang Clan rapper and administrator of his estate, Icelene Jones issued a cease and desist letter insisting that the organizers stop plans to use ODB’s likeness because she was not contacted [...]

Baton Rouge Man Begs Others To Call Police As He Clings To Speeding Truck [VIDEO]

DJ Digital — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:43:34 +0000

After posting about Elton Kim, the dry cleaner who chased after (and hung onto the hood of) a hit and run suspect; I never thought I would be posting another story like his, let alone one from Baton Rouge. As you can see in the video above, a man clings onto the hood of a truck that he claims hit him, while yelling (calmly) for others to call the cops.

Thief Steals Purse, Gets Hit by Bus, Re-Thinks Career Options

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:20:43 +0000

What comes around goes around. And sometimes, it comes around much quicker than you expect. This thief in Columbia thought he’d come up with a great way to steal a woman’s purse. And everything seems hunky dory for him until a big ol’ bus got in his way and mowed him down. Amazingly, the thief [...]

30 People Accused Of Vandalism At Comeaux High School

Chris Reed — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:42:38 +0000

KATC TV-3 is reporting that 30 individuals have been accused of vandalism at Comeaux High School. The vandalism, which included vulgar images and words on school buildings, allegedly occurred over the weekend on campus. KATC reports that the Lafayette Police and school investigation has cited up to 30 violators, including students, in this particular the [...]

Alexis Normand Butchered 'The National Anthem' At The 2013 Memorial Cup [VIDEO]

Chris Reed — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:19:27 +0000

Add Canadian Singer Alexis Normand to the list of celebrities/musicians that have butchered our National Anthem prior to sporting events. Alexis was singing the National Anthem prior to a hockey game for the 2013 Memorial Cup when she apparently forgot her lines and started making strange sounds throughout her rendition. Watch as fans and players [...]

Drake + Jay-Z Working On New Music [Pic]

Kat Lee — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:08:50 +0000

Is this the beginning of a beautiful working relationship? We sure certainly hope so! Rap legend Jay-Z was recently pictured in the studio with none other than October’s Very Own, Drake. Producer Lenny S. posted the picture of the two rappers in the studio with the caption, “Warning: Please be very afraid of the music [...]

Jay Z Confirms Beyonce Pregnancy Rumors Are False

DJ Digital — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:36:07 +0000

First there were rumors that Beyonce & Jay Z were preggers with baby number two. Then there were 'trumors' saying that an "inside source" confirmed it to E! News. Well, now Jay Z has come out and squashed all the speculation confirming that he and wife Beyonce are NOT expecting baby number two, and all rumors (and 'trumors') are indeed false.

Miguel and Fan Kiss and Make Up After Drop Kick at 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Georgette Cline — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:34:35 +0000

After attempting a long jump and kicking a fan during his Billboard Music Awards performance of ‘Adorn’ last night (May 19), Miguel attempted to do some good considering the situation. While performing his hit song, the ‘Kaleidoscope Dream’ creator jumped from one side of the stage to the other, all while a crowd of people [...]