Singer Joss Stone to make her debut as first celebrity Flake girl
Singer Joss Stone looks set to melt hearts with her new role as the latest Flake girl. Stone was announced as the first celebrity to take the role after a string of models starred in the commercials, including a former Miss World. The 20-year-old soul singer from Devon has developed a personal rendition of the jingle "Only the crumbliest flakiest chocolate, tastes like chocolate never tasted before."

"Senator Evan Bayh Confirms That Barack Obama Does Not Support Offshore Drilling"
"[Barack Obama] believes [offshore drilling] is not really the short-term or long-term answer to the problem." -- Senator Evan BayhSenator Evan Bayh (D-IN)MSNBC's "Morning Joe"August 6, 2008 MSNBC's Joe Scarborough: "Let me bring in Evan Bayh and give him a chance to talk about this also -- offshore oil drilling. The Obama campaign criticized John McCain for flip-flopping on oil drilling and then a week later, the Obama campaign flip-flopped on oil drilling. Why?" Senator Evan Bayh: "Well, I don't think h

Ludacris' Obama song unlikely to alienate voters
Ludacris' new song, "Politics as Usual," may have cost him one of his biggest fans, Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama. And for good reason: It points up the dilemma facing the nation's potential first black president, who wants the support of the influential hip-hop community but needs to steer clear of the controversy so commonly associated with its music. Ludacris' "Politics as Usual" alludes to an imminent victory for Obama by handing out major put-downs to his rivals. It dismisses Hilla

The race card: Did Obama play it or is McCain playing games?
John McCain thinks Barack Obama is playing the race card. The Republican presidential candidate and his staff were upset by a comment Obama made on the campaign trail. During a campaign speech, the Illinois Democrat told supporters Republicans were trying to make voters scared of him. “What they’re saying is, well, we know we’re not very good, but you can’t risk electing Obama. You know, he’s new, he’s — he doesn’t look like the other presidents on the currency. He — you know,

Obama or McCain?
Yep, I went there. I want to know who you guys are voting for! I am NOT going to tolerate people bashing each other, or calling Obama a terrorrist, etc. As most of you know, I am voting for Obama. I am not a fan of republican views (look where it's got us now!) and am ready for a democrat in office. Sure, I will lose money out of it, because voting republican would probably HELP my pocket book, but voting for Obama helps my family, who are a bunch of blue collar badasses. I was shocked at how republicans

Obama rejects Ludacris rap lyrics
A song by rap star Ludacris criticising Barack Obama's opponents has been called "outrageously offensive" by the US presidential candidate's campaign. Politics As Usual calls President Bush "mentally handicapped", and insults both Hillary Clinton and John McCain. "Ludacris is a talented individual but he should be ashamed of these lyrics," said Mr Obama's spokesman Bill Burton. The rap star's publicist initially declined to comment, reported the Associated Press.

In Case You Missed It: "It’s Time For Education Reform"
It's Time For Education Reform By John McCain New York Daily News August 3rd 2008, 7:50 PM Read the Article Campaigning at town halls across America, I am often asked about my plans to reform our public schools. And the answer begins with two points on which most everyone agrees: Every public school child deserves a first-rate education. And too many of our schools are producing second-rate results. Beyond that, the education debate divides quickly into two camps. Some say all that's needed is more tax

Redheads at dusk: Singer Joss Stone gets up close and personal with Prince Harry
There seems to be an easy familiarity between Joss Stone and Prince Harry, demonstrated by the rather enthusiastic hug the pair shared at an event to celebrate Britain's armed forces last night. The pair, last seen together at the memorial concert for Princess Diana last July, hugged warmly, and chatted together at the open-air extravaganza in London last night.

TV Scoop! Joss Stone joins "The Tudors"
Well well, Joss Stone is making a move into television! It's just been announced that the Grammy-winning soul singer hailing from England will be making her television drama debut on Showtime's hit series "The Tudors," starring opposite Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Anne of Cleves, Henry VIII's fourth wife. Stone will star in three episodes, which are currently shooting in Dublin, Ireland, and will return in 2009. The historical drama set in the court of King Henry VIIIth also stars Sam Neill, Jeremy Northa

Joss Stone Lesbian Kiss from "Snappers"
Singer Joss Stone is trying her hand at acting, and what better way to start than with some hot Lesbian makeouts. This Joss Stone lesbian kiss is from her new movie Snappers, which I'd probably know more about if I weren't too lazy to check out IMDB. Regardless, what else do you really need to know about this movie besides the fact that Joss Stone is kissing another girl?

Joss Stone headbutts brother at family baptism
Singer Joss Stone turned what was supposed to be a family baptism into a free-for-all brawl! The 21-year-old singer was to be the godmother to her half-brother's year-old son Louis, but started everything off on the wrong foot by arriving 30 minutes late. After this, she continued her bad behaviour by reportedly refusing to read out the church order of service. When her half-brother (who just happens to be an ex-heroin addict and jailbird) questioned her actions, she turned into a violent, screaming m

Michelle Obama Covers Ebony Magazine; Dishes On Her Relationship With Obama; Meet Michelle Obama's Mom, Marian Robinson
This is certainly one magazine issue I will buy, and you make sure you go out an buy it, too. Michelle Obama is on the cover of Ebony, and it will feature an interview with her mom, Marian Robinson. Going beyond the surface view of poise, elegance, style and the utmost class, Ebony magazine unveils the real Michelle Obama: mother, wife, potential first lady and style icon. Take a rare look behind-the-scenes of Michelle’s life on the road to the White House and how she finds the necessary balance between

John McCain Compares Barack Obama to Britney and Paris in New Ad
In a new ad out by John McCain's campaign, he is comparing the stardom and the way paparazzi flock to Barack Obama, with Paris Hilton and Britney Spears. McCain campaign manager Rick Davis explained in a conference call with reporters: "What we decided to do is find the top three international celebrities in the world, and I would say from our indications, Britney and Paris came in second and third. "It is not our campaign that is trying to make him into an international celebrity," Davis added.

Gwyneth Paltrow Urges Expats To Vote For Obama
In a video, the American actress calls upon U.S. expats to vote for Barack Obama. The clip was produced by Democrats Abroad (DA), the official Democratic party organization for U.S. citizens residing abroad. According to DA, there are approximately seven million Americans living abroad. Gwyneth Paltrow lives in London with her British husband, Chris Martin, singer of the band Coldplay.

Barack Obama opens up about his pop culture favorites
Barack Obama opens up for Entertainment Weekly about his pop culture favorites. Some excerpts: Entertainment Weekly: A lot of your pop culture tastes are already listed on your Facebook page -- we know you like the first two Godfather movies and are a big SportsCenter fan -- but we want to get a little more specific and probing. Barack Obama: Absolutely, sure. EW: For instance, who's your favorite movie or TV president? BO: You know who was a great movie president? Jeff Bridges in The Contender.

English roses Cat Deeley and Joss Stone form a double act to outglam LA girls at Stateside BAFTAs
It was a night when UK expats could get together and celebrate the British film industry and Cat Deeley and Joss Stone appeared to be doing just that. The stunning pair, who both live in Los Angeles, showed Beverly Hills that English roses can do American-style glamour at the BAFTA/LA Comedy Awards. Wearing an elaborate one-shouldered scarlet dress with ruffles, Deeley looked bronzed and groomed, while Stone opted for a simple green number.

Video: Barack Obama Takes Questions And Crap From Protesters
This is what happens when you take questions from hecklers instead of kicking them out.

In Case You Missed It: "Obama The Unknown"
"'Just tell me one thing Barack Obama has done that you admire,' I asked a prominent Democrat. He paused and then said that he admired Obama's speech to the Democratic convention in 2004. I agreed. It was a hell of a speech, but it was just a speech. On the other hand, I continued, I could cite four or five actions -- not speeches -- that John McCain has taken that elicit my admiration, even my awe." -- The Washington Post's Richard Cohen "Obama The Unknown" Richard Cohen The Washington Post July 29, 2008

Video: Obama Quest - The Holy Land
Barack Obama holds a press conference at the Temple of Hercules, while John McCain is on his own quest for attention in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.

McCain Campaign Conference Call On John McCain’s Jobs For America Economic Plan
"[P]olicies that affect long term-supply, like the McCain strategies for increasing exploration and production, or strategies that reduce demand in the-long term, incentives for new technology for example, have an immediate impact on today's prices." -- Martin Feldstein ARLINGTON, VA -- Today, U.S. Senator John McCain's presidential campaign held a press conference call with Carly Fiorina, former Hewlett Packard CEO and Victory 2008 Chair, Meg Whitman, former eBay President and CEO, Martin Feldstein, Harv

25 Celebrities Who Could Have Used That Sensitivity Training Class You Had to Sit Through
Ah, celebrities. They seem to have it all — fame, looks and money. Stars have the world at their beck and call — until they call out the wrong things to the wrong people. Though one might think a person so blessed would mind his or her manners, the truth is that many a superstar has crossed the line by publicly spouting off slurs, stereotypes and sick remarks. But offensive slips of the tongues aren't relegated to the rich and famous. If your company's employees engage in such deplorable behavior, i

u can always rely on good ol Bill O’facist for some racism!!!!
FOX NEWS MAN BRANDS Nas "VILE"Fox News presenter Bill O'Reilly has called Nas "vile" after the hip hopper joined a protest against racism on the Fox TV network.As previously reported, Nas joined representatives of ColorOfChange.org and MoveOn.org when they delivered a petition with over 600,000 signatures to Fox's HQ in New York earlier this month, following various dubious comments made on Fox about presidential candidate Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle. Amongst the slurs listed on the petition were th

Obama on Paris: Never Met The Woman
Barack Obama didn’t let a little rain keep him from ribbing John McCain about his latest anti-Obama ad at a Missouri cookout — ridiculing the McCain campaign for comparing him to Paris Hilton. “Since they don’t have any new ideas the only strategy they’ve got in this election is to try to scare you about me,” Obama told the crowd of 100 gathered under a picnic shelter. He’d used that line of attack throughout the day. “They’re going to send out nasty emails. The latest one, they’ve

Cindy McCain is Perfect For First Lady
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Ludacris Hypes Obama, Knocks McCain
Grammy Award-winning rapper Ludacris has released a new song called "Politics: Obama is Here", in which he disparages Hillary Clinton, Jesse Jackson and John McCain but has nothing but praise for Barack Obama, whom he asks to make him his vice president or give him "a special pardon if I'm ever in the slammer." Ludacris, who has clashed with Fox News' Bill O'Reilly and Oprah Winfrey in the past, uses some irreverent language in the new song and encourages black Americans to propel Obama to victory and "