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Daughter Trying to Evict 91-Year-Old Dad From House He Built

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:07:12 +0000

World War II veteran John Potter is in the process of being evicted from the Zaleski, Ohio house he built 56 years ago. But the villain of this story isn't some heartless bank bureaucrat. Instead it's Potter own daughter, Janice Cottrill, who's using the power of attorney that Potter had given to her to throw her father out on the street.

Terrifying 'Ice Tsunami' Slowly Consumes Backyard, Houses in Minnesota

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:45:02 +0000

Yikes. It’s like in a horror movie when the deadly fog gradually creeps closer and closer, gobbling up all living things in its path. Except it’s made of ice. In the startling, nearly seven-minute video shot on Saturday by Darla Johnson, ice atop Mille Lacs Lake in Minnesota makes its way off the surface of [...]

Man Proposes to Girlfriend With Adorable Puppet Movie

Emerald Catron — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:05:37 +0000

If you’ve had a loooong week, watch this video. Unless of course your week has been long because you got dumped, or you made a homemade puppet movie trailer and used it to propose to your girlfriend as a surprise and she said no, in which case RUN AWAY! So yeah, this is one of [...]

David Draiman Announces Child on the Way, Calls for Unity in Metal World

Chad Childers — Sat, 04 May 2013 17:48:58 +0000

The circle of life is something that's definitely on the mind of Disturbed and Device frontman David Draiman these days. The vocalist experienced the highs and lows that come with both life events within the span of the past week.

Slipknot, Deftones, Corey Taylor, Lemmy Kilmister + More Win 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards

Chad Childers — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:37:01 +0000

The fans ultimately had the final say and in the end it's fitting that the 2013 Revolver Golden Gods Awards spread the wealth when it came to the night's top categories. Deftones, Corey Taylor and Slipknot were among the evening's top honorees.

Slayer Guitarist Jeff Hanneman Dies at 49

Graham 'Gruhamed' Hartmann — Thu, 02 May 2013 22:11:50 +0000

It’s with true sadness that we report that legendary Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman has died at the age of 49. The tragic news was confirmed by a press release issued moments ago. Hanneman passed away today, May 2, at 11AM PST this morning near his Southern California home. The iconic Slayer shredder had been forced [...]

'Soles for SIDS' 5k Run/Walk Fundraiser to Be Held at Trent ISD May 18th

Dave Wheaton — Thu, 02 May 2013 14:23:43 +0000

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a mystery that leaves more questions than answers. While SIDS baffles doctors and devastates parents of young children, research is being done and information is being gathered to find out why this happens. In a fundraiser coming up May 18th at Trent ISD, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Dr. Hannah Kinney at Boston Children's Hospital. Dr. Kinney's research is helping lead the way in finding a reason and a cure for SIDS.

Group Takes Controverisal Step of Donating Guns to Neighborhood to Help People Protect Themselves

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 01 May 2013 18:04:18 +0000

The right to bear arms is taking on a whole new look in one Texas city. A nonprofit organization called the Armed Citizen Project will hand out shotguns to people in a high-crime area of the city as a means to protect themselves. Armed Citizen Project founder Kyle Coplen says furnishing people with guns makes [...]

Watch Joggers Escape Unharmed When Out-of-Control Van Slams Into Deli

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:55:08 +0000

Talk about a close call. This video captures two joggers in Brooklyn, New York narrowly escaping serious injury when they scamper out of the way just as a van comes barreling by them and crashing into a deli. The van reportedly had been hit and spiraled out of control, causing the accident. Caroline DeJong, a [...]

Postman Teaches Kid a Lesson He Won't Forget

Emerald Catron — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:47:52 +0000

We’re not sure if this is the best or worst postman in the world. On the one hand, he really makes sure that mail gets delivered. On the other hand, now a toddler is crying. You know what? We’re going to go with best postman in the world, because this GIF exists thanks to him.Â [...]

Abilene Education Foundation Will Host 3rd Annual Cajun Fest April 11th in Downtown Abilene

Rudy Fernandez — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 04:58:23 +0000

Hungry for some authentic Cajun food? The Abilene Education Foundation (AEF) is hosting the 3rd annual Cajun Fest on Thursday April 11th. This years crawfish and shrimp boil is being prepared by Two Daddy's Crawfish from Bosier City, Louisiana. Two Daddy's is known the world over for their authentic Cajun Cuisine. Don't miss it, get your tickets and get there early.

Unseen Kurt Cobain Suicide Scene Photos Published

Joe Robinson — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:44:11 +0000

We thought for sure that by now, on the 19th anniversary of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain‘s death, every last shred of documentation regarding the iconic rocker’s suicide would have been unearthed. Turns out we were wrong. The SeattleÂ Post-Intelligencer, the hometown paper of record, sent several photographers to Cobain’s Lake Washington Boulevard mansion on April 8, [...]

Woman Buys Ad Space to Dump Boyfriend on Valentine's Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:31:00 +0000

Whether you’re stuck trying to figure out an original way to be romantic or lamenting the fact you don’t have a sweetheart, Valentine’s DayÂ definitelyÂ isn’t all chocolate and good feelings. But no matter your February 14th gripe, you are still probably having a better Valentine’s Day than a Manchester, England man named Dan. Apparently his now [...]

Doctor Removes 42 Refrigerator Magnets from Baby's Stomach

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:34:37 +0000

Here’s a scary reminder about the importance of keeping an eye on little kids because you have no idea what they’ll put in their mouths. A 12-month-old boy in Russia recently swallowed 42 refrigerator magnets. The boy’s mother rushed her son to the hospital when she noticed all the magnets from their fridge had disappeared [...]

Thai Couple Makes Out Well By Smashing Record for World's Longest Kiss

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:16:15 +0000

A married Thai couple spent Valentine’s Day in style, setting the record for world’s longest kiss. So, just how long did these lovebirds remain lip-to-lip? Akekachai Tiranarat, 44, and his wife Raksana, 33, managed to stay lip-locked for 58 hours, 35 minutes and 58 seconds. Wow, that’s even longer ‘Lincoln.’ The duo took part in [...]

Valentine's Day Ideas For the Cheap Romantic

Todd Harding — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:45:12 +0000

There are ways to be romantic and not spend a ton of money. Todd Harding has done everything on this list over the years. Some of the ideas do take a little bit of work. These are Todd's 5 favorite money-saving Valentine's Day Ideas.

They're Not Just For Love Anymore! Conversation Hearts For Every Occasion

Alyssa Kramer — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 16:00:47 +0000

Whoever is responsible for inventing the Conversation Heart had the right idea of less being more. Personally, I think the more we can communicate to our loved ones via candy, the better. Why waste a beautiful moment stuttering and stumbling over your words when you can simply slide a tiny, edible heart across the table to sum up everything you want to say?

'Sin City 2′ Casts Josh Brolin in Lead Role, Will Replace Clive Owen

Britt Hayes — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 21:22:53 +0000

Hot on the heels of yesterday's announcement that Joseph Gordon-Levitt joined the cast of Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez's 'Sin City 2' comes breaking news that Josh Brolin has signed on too and will star as the film's lead.

'Evil Dead' Red Band Trailer: The Red is For Lots and Lots of Blood

Damon Houx — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 02:25:49 +0000

It's hard to be a film fan and not love Sam Raimi's 1981 horror movie 'The Evil Dead.' Not only did it kick off the career of one of the great geeks heroes of cinema, it's one of those scrappy no-budget classics that gets over because of the sheer willpower of the director and the ethos that any character can die at any time. It seems like an untouchable classic. But watching the red band trailer for Fede Alvarez's remake 'Evil Dead?' We're sold on this remake.

Arcade Spotlight: Insert Coin(s) in Las Vegas, Nevada

George Roush — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:12:29 +0000

Guess who loves arcades? C'mon, wild guess. Give up? We do! We here at Arcade Sushi will drop everything we're doing, whether it's picking up the kids, going to court or escaping from the police, if we happen to pass by an arcade. We thought it would be fun to highlight some of the awesome arcades that are still standing all around the world with the Arcade Spotlight. This entry focuses on Insert Coin(s) in Las Vegas, Nevada. A city that puts the 'sin' in Sinistar.