Michael Douglas cancer update: Catherine Zeta Jones angry diagnosis wasn’t made earlier
Michael Douglas is speaking out about his recent Stage IV cancer diagnosis but he isn’t the only one. His wife, actress Catherine Zeta Jones spoke with US Weekly and shared her anger regarding Michael’s late diagnosis. Michael Douglas mentioned that he had visited doctors concerned that something was wrong but a diagnosis was never made. Only three weeks ago did a doctor confirm that he had Stage IV cancer, a tumor was found at the base of his tongue.
Though Michael Douglas is upbeat about his recovery and spoke with David Letterman positively about his treatment and odds for a complete recovery, Catherine Zeta Jones told US Weekly that Michael’s chances were lessened due to the failure of doctors to diagnosis him earlier.
“He sought every option and nothing was found. I knew something was up. He knew something was up. It makes me furious they didn’t detect it earlier.”
Elizabeth Olsen: Mary Kate and Ashley have a sister, who knew?
Not only do the Olsen twins, Mary Kate and Ashley have a sister named Elizabeth but she looks just like the twins, except for maybe towering over them. At least, it appears she may be about 6” taller than Mary Kate and Ashley in her photos.
Elizabeth Olsen is making headlines today, not just because she is the sister we never knew about, but because she is going to appear in an indie flick titled “Martha Marcy May Marlene.” Though Elizabeth Olsen appeared in some of her sister’s ‘Mary Kate and Ashley’ films, she has appeared in the made for TV movie “How the West Was Fun”, “The Adventures of Mary Kate and Ashley: The Case of the Mystery Cruise” and plays the character ‘Zoe’ in “Peace, Love and Misunderstanding” which is currently filming. Elizabeth will appear in the film with Chace Crawford, Catherin Keener, Rosanna Arquette, Jane Fonda, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Kyle MacLachlan.
In “Martha Marcy May Marlene” Elizabeth plays an ex-cult member; the film will be made for BorderLine Films.
Oil rig explosion update: Report says no oil leaking after second oil rig explodes (video)
Though Governor Bobby Jindal reported an oil sheen spreading after an oil rig exploded and caught on fire in the Gulf of Mexico, latest reports say that no oil is leaking. It is still unclear whether there is an oil sheen from the burning platform and the investigation to determine the cause of the oil rig explosion continues. You may see a video report where Governor Jindal discusses the oil sheen below.
As of Thursday evening, September 2, 2010 at 9:15 p.m., the Coast Guard announced during a press conference that there was no oil leaking from the Vermilion 380 oil rig. You may see a video report with a Coast Guard spokesperson below.
The Coast Guard says that all 13 crew members were taken to an area hospital and thoroughly examined. They are in good condition and are speaking with authorities regarding the incident that led to the oil rig explosion. There were no fatalities.
Conan O’Brien announces the name of the new TBS Conan O’Brien show (video)
Conan O’Brien announced the name of his new TBS show and let his fans on Team Coco hear the news first. In the video below, Conan O’Brien is seen sitting at a large desk in an empty office as he discusses the media frenzy that ensued over the name of his new show. We won’t tell you the name but let you hear it for yourself in the video. Conan’s new show will debut on TBS on November 8, 2010 at 11:00 p.m., ET and 10:00 p.m., CT.
If you haven’t seen Conan lately he made an appearance at the Emmy Awards hosted by former NBC late night funny man and talk show host Jimmy Fallon. Conan O’Brien also posted his spoke word record in its fullness on the Team Coco website allowing followers to tune in and listen
Conan O'Brien announces name of new TBS show
for free.
How do you think the new TBS show will do? After the NBC fiasco many people sided with either Jay Leno or Conan O’Brien with many of Conan’s fans feeling he was treated unfairly.
Michael Douglas reveals stage IV throat cancer on David Letterman (video)
It was a shocking and heartbreaking announcement when Michael Douglas revealed his battle with stage IV throat cancer on David Letterman last Tuesday. You may see the video in the player below. David Letterman welcomed Michael Douglas to the show, as Douglas is promoting his new film ‘Wall Street.’ Looking tanned but noticeably thinner, the conversation took on a serious tone as Michael Douglas discussed his recent throat cancer diagnosis.
Michael Douglas said he was diagnosed three weeks ago and though it is stage IV, Michael said that the cancer was limited to his head and neck. Michael’s voice was clear as he spoke and David Letterman interrupted him to comment on how well he looked.
Michael Douglas took it in stride and jokingly replied, “Cause I’m on stage.” Michael did say that he has started radiation treatment and though he feels well now, pointed out that it was the first week of treatment. It is unclear whether Michael Douglas will continue with his promotional tour for the movie.
At the end of the interview, David Letterman (who seemed apparently touched and stunned by Michael Douglas’ throat cancer announcement) said he felt like he should do something for Michael. Michael Douglas replied, “Aww, give me a hug,” and the two men embraced.
Michael Douglas is featured in the new issue of People Magazine and his face adorns the cover with the title ‘The Fight of His Life.” The issue hits stands on Friday.
Girl throwing puppies in river video causes Internet outrage (video, warning graphic)
You’d have to have a hard heart not to be outraged by the following video. Caught on tape is an incident sure to provoke some type of response from viewers. The video shows a girl throwing puppies in a river and it is painful to watch. The adorable little puppies are crowded in a white bucket until a blonde girl in a red sweatshirt lifts them up, squealing and squeaking, and then hurls them into a river.
No one knows who the girl is; no one knows why she committed such a heinous act of animal cruelty, but one thing we do know. Those puppies
Girl throws puppies in river
were victims of a senseless act of cruelty and the girl in the video needs to be punished. Not only should she be punished, but she needs psychological help.
As the world seethes with horror at the level of cruelty displayed, authorities continue to track down the girl. Recent reports suggest that the girl is from Bosnia and the river seen in the video is the Vrbas River located in Bugojna, Bosnia. It is believed that the girl in the video’s brother filmed the horrifying incident.
Warning, the video below is deeply disturbing and may be upsetting to most viewers.
Molly the Owl continues to draw viewers as owlets Carrie and Ashley continue to grow (live owl cam video)
Molly the Owl continues to draw viewers as her two surviving owlets Carrie and Ashley continue to grow. Viewers worldwide have watched as Molly and McGee have given birth to two clutches, only two of the last clutch has survived and for many watching every moment of these owlet’s life, the pain was deep.
Carrie and Ashley are growing and doing what owlets do: yap, stretch, and eat mice. If you tune into the live owl cam and notice that big mama
Molly the Owl's owlets: Carrie and Ashley
‘Molly the Owl’ is nowhere in sight don’t worry. Molly stayed with the owlets until the youngest, Carrie proved that she could swallow a mouse whole. Molly and McGee return to the nesting box and Molly often brings the owlets more rodent treats.
The live owl cam allows users to have an insight into the wild that is most often never seen. Though there are many zoo cams, these cams do not show wild animals living in their natural habitats. Even though Molly is using a created nesting box, everything that transpires is as it would be in the natural.
Kyron Horman case update: Wall of Hope moved from Skyline to fire station (photos, videos)
Kyron Horman is still missing but hope has not failed, many across the nation continue to pray and believe that Kyron will be found safe and returned to his family. On Sunday, the memorial ‘The Wall of Hope’ was moved from Skyline School to the Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue. You may see a photo of volunteers as they moved the Wall of Hope which consists of poems, cards and stuffed animals (the stuffed animals were collected before the wall was moved) here.
The Wall of Hope was moved for the security of students at Skyline Elementary. You may see a video report showing the Wall as it was moved
Kyron Horman missing
below.
The Wall of Hope was cut into three sections then carried by foot down the road to the fire station. It will be reassembled at the fire station and a new fence will be erected in its place at Skyline.
Moving the Wall of Hope and seeing how many volunteered the time shows how much the community has rallied around Kaine Horman and Desiree Young and how deeply they are concerned for Kyron Horman’s well being and the hope that he will return home.
You may see an excellent video report including an interview with Kaine Horman and Desiree Young in the video player below.
Vermilion 380 oil rig update: Mariner Energy releases statement (read full statement)
The owner of an oil production platform that exploded early Thursday morning says no oil is leaking from the rig, however, Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal said that it is too early to tell exactly what impact the explosion of the Vermilion 380 oil rig will have. During a live press conference with Bobby Jindal, it was learned that the Vermilion 380 oil rig was actively producing oil.
Mariner Energy released a statement regarding the incident. You may read the full press release below.
Mariner Energy Confirms a Fire at a Production Platform on Vermilion Block 380 in the Gulf of Mexico; All Crew Members Safely Accounted for
HOUSTON, TX, Sep 02, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) –
Mariner Energy, Inc. (NYSE: ME) confirms that a fire has occurred at a production platform located on Vermilion Block 380, approximately 100 miles from the Louisiana coast. All 13 members of the crew have been evacuated and safely accounted for. No injuries have been reported. In an initial flyover, no hydrocarbon spill was reported.
Mariner has notified and is working with regulatory authorities in response to this incident. The cause is not known, and an investigation will be undertaken. During the last week of August 2010, production from this facility averaged approximately 9.2 million cubic feet of natural gas per day and 1,400 barrels of oil and condensate. Updated information will be provided as available.
About Mariner Energy, Inc. Mariner Energy is an independent oil and gas exploration, development, and production company headquartered in Houston, Texas, with principal operations in the Permian Basin, South Texas and the Gulf of Mexico. For more information about Mariner, visit the company’s website at www.mariner-energy.com.
Important Information Concerning Forward-looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Statements regarding any aspect of the incident on the production platform, the effects, results, investigation, damage assessment relating thereto, mitigation of environmental impact, as well as any other statements that are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements that involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. These include but are not limited to results of searches, investigations and assessments, actions by governmental agencies, and actions by customers and other third parties. Our forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “may”, “will”, “estimate”, “project”, “predict”, “believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “potential”, “plan”, “goal” or other words that convey the uncertainty of future events or outcomes. Forward-looking statements in this press release are based on Mariner’s current belief based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events and assumptions that Mariner believes are reasonable. Mariner does not undertake to update its guidance, estimates or other forward-looking statements as conditions change or additional information becomes available. Estimated reserves are related to hydrocarbon prices. Actual future prices may vary significantly from prices used in preparation of the reserve estimates. Therefore, volumes of reserves actually recovered may differ significantly from such estimates. Mariner cautions that its forward-looking statements are subject to all of the risks and uncertainties normally incident to the exploration for and development, production and sale of oil and natural gas. These risks include, but are not limited to, price volatility or inflation, environmental risks, drilling and other operating risks, regulatory changes, the uncertainty inherent in estimating future oil and gas production or reserves, and other risks described in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009, and other documents filed by Mariner with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Any of these factors could cause Mariner’s actual results and plans to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Investors are urged to read the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009, and other documents filed by Mariner with the SEC.
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of Mariner.
Oil rig explosion update: Oil sheen spreading from Vermilion 380 oil rig site
The owner of the Vermilion 380 oil rig that exploded today west of the BP Deepwater Horizon site says that no oil was detected leaking from the oil rig. New reports by the Associated Press say that oil sheen is spreading from the Vermilion 380 oil rig site. Other contradictory reports surround the 13 oil crew workers who jumped from the burning rig into Louisiana’s Vermilion Bay. Preliminary reports said that one worker was injured; Mariner Energy released a statement saying no injuries were reported.
As was the case with the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill, facts may continue to change as more information is gleaned. Here is a statement from Mariner Energy released after the oil rig explosion, “No injuries have been reported. In an initial flyover, no hydrocarbon spill was reported.
Mariner has notified and is working with regulatory authorities in response to this incident. The cause is not known, and an investigation will be undertaken. During the last week of August 2010, production from this facility averaged approximately 9.2 million cubic feet of natural gas per day and 1,400 barrels of oil and condensate. Updated information will be provided as available.”
The Associated Press reports that the Coast Guard has detected a mile long oil sheen spreading from the Vermilion 380 oil spill site.
