Quirky Facts About the Oscars
10 things you probably didn't know.
Pascal Le Segretain, Getty Images/Jemal Countess, Getty Images/YouTube 10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About the Oscars
With Oscars season upon us, it’s anyone’s guess who will take home the gold. Each year, some newcomers crash the party among veteran actors who command the red carpet at the Academy Awards. The annual event draws Hollywood’s biggest stars, and millions more around the world. The press always puts together some basic information about this year’s nominees, but how much do you actually know about the Oscars ceremony? Here’s a list of fun facts and trivia you can use to impress your friends this awards season.
CBS ‘Undercover Boss’ Shuts Down His Own Restaurant
Rick Silva, the head of Checkers and Rally’s drive-in restaurants was featured on the latest episode of ‘Undercover Boss.’ Like the other sneaky bosses before him, the CEO donned a disguise and pretended he was just a lowly employee, in this case at a Checkers’ franchise in Homestead, Florida. And it was also the first case of a boss breaking his cover and shutting down the workplace on the spot.
Justin Sullivan, Getty Images Are You Ready to Pay 50 Cents for a Stamp? — Dollars and Sense
Facing huge budget shortfalls, the United States Postal Service has proposed solutions including closing hundreds of post offices and eliminating Saturday deliveries. Now it may be considering jacking up the price of stamps, too.
YouTube Man Survives 61 Days in Snowed-In Car
The world is filled with terrible news, so it’s nice for us to find a story with a happy ending once in awhile. Not that type of happy ending. Pervert. Here is an amazing story about a Swedish man who was stranded in a snow drift for 61 days.
American Mustache Institute Show Off Your ‘Stache In the Million Mustache March
When someone grows a mustache, all of society benefits, since the visually pleasing facial hair is now on display for all to see. Yet the costs of maintaining a proper lip sweater falls only on the mustachioed individual
Photo By Youtube Chia Pets Are Good For You! [VIDEO]
You remember the most popular last minute Christmas gift of all time well besides the pet rock? Thats right teh Chia Pet! Just add water and watch it grow! But can you eat it?
Thinkstock 14 Surefire Signs You’re the Creepy Guy in the Bar on Fat Tuesday
Every watering hole has one: the oddball character who’s strange.
Rovio Angry Birds Space Will Have You Squashing Pigs ‘Star Trek’ Style
Last week Angry Birds invaded Facebook, and next month the sling-shot strategy game will be headed to the final frontier. Yup, it’s Angry Birds Space.
Justin Sullivan, Getty Images Is the Economy Getting Better? – Survey of the Day
Over the last few months, there has been some data that suggests the sluggish economy could be improving. Mainly, the unemployment rate, which has dropped to 8.3 percent after reaching a 26-year high of 10 percent in late 2009. However, according to a new survey from Poll Postion, the public is split on whether America is entering into a period of economic recovery.
Flickr, AForestFrolick Vote For Your Favorite Photo of a Bundled Baby in Tri-Cities
Vote now for your favorite picture of a local baby bundled up for winter.
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The Beatles Offer Ringtones of Their Biggest Hits for Sale February 22, 2012
Can You Guess Whose Tattoos These Are? February 22, 2012
Van Halen Remembers Bad Record Deals and Corrupt Accountants in New Video Interview February 22, 2012
Journey Drummer Sentenced to Anger Management After Domestic Violence Dispute February 22, 2012
Bruce Springsteen's 'Jack of All Trades,' Featuring Tom Morello, Hits the Web February 22, 2012
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