Friday, February 11, 2011

Fighting Back, Matters of Life and Death, -and- Animal Kingdom


In the News Today
Fighting Back - cyclist fends off leopard with mountain bike
Matters of Life and Death - Ohio abortion bill poses biggest challenge to Roe v. Wade yet
Animal Kingdom - Texas proposal would require you to buy insurance for your dog


On this Day in History: February 11, 2004 - Enron CEO Jeffrey Skilling arrested by the FBI. He is later found guilty of no less than 19 counts of conspiracy, fraud, making false statements and insider trading.






Born on this Day in History: February 11, 1969 - Jennifer Aniston (1969 - ) Actress Jennifer Anniston achieved worldwide fame in her role as Rachel Green in acclaimed TV series "Friends" (1994-2004), for which she won Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild awards. She also appeared in film, including the cult classic Office Space (1999) and Marley & Me (2008), which broke box office records.





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Imagine my surprise when I encountered this scene at Walmart while journeying to my office this morning! Click to enlarge.





Technology in the News Today
Apple stock loses $10 billion in four minutes
HP TouchPad is first device to use new Qualcomm processor
Google Doodle honors Thomas Edison's 164th birthday