Betting the Pass Line (Last Week: 4-1 Season: 14-11)

Bears at Falcons (+2 ½)
Eventually, both are aberrations. On Sunday, the Falcons are 4-2.

Panthers (+1 ½) at Buccaneers
This season, neither have impressed. Favor the Panthers.

Cowboys at Cardinals (+5)
Both possess spectacular offenses. With that stated, the Cardinals will win.

Patriots (+6) at Chargers
Versus the Chargers, the Patriots have won consecutive contests. Three is a certainty.

Giants at Browns (+7 ½)
Prematurely, the Browns have been ridiculed. On Monday, they will respond.

Betting the Pass Line (Last Week: 4-1 Season: 19-11)

Texas (+6 ½) at Oklahoma
For three quarters, they will skirmish. In the fourth quarter, Oklahoma will survive.

Michigan State (-2) at Northwestern
Last season, Northwestern defeated Michigan State 48-41. On Saturday, the Spartans will garner revenge.

Notre Dame (+7) at North Carolina
Charlie Weiss versus Butch Davis. Favor Notre Dame.

Oklahoma State at Missouri (Even)
An offensive exhibition. Via a minimal margin, Missouri will win.

LSU (+6 ½) at Florida
In 2006, Urban Meyer won 23-10. In 2007, Les Miles won 28-24. In 2008, Miles scores the advantage.

John McCain Displeases Supporters

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“AIG executives asked for and got another $37 billion. Earlier this week, they announced they are going on another retreat. This time with golf and massages at the Ritz Carlton. You know, instead of a bailout, how about locking these guys up with no bail?”

The Tonight Show

Palin Violates Public Trust, Imperils Campaign

According to an Alaska Legislative panel, Governor Sarah Palin abused her authority. On July 11, Palin fired Alaska Public Safety Commissioner Walt Monegan. Evidently, Monegan’s termination was “proper and lawful.” Unfortunately, Palin’s personal viewpoint was an inappropriate influence. Todd Palin, Governor Sarah Palin’s husband, was also improperly involved.

Governor Palin, Todd Palin, and Commissioner Monegan’s conflict? Alaska State Trooper Mike Wooten. Formerly, Wooten and Molly McCann, Governor Palin’s sister, were married. Allegedly, Wooten abused McCann and her son.

Predictably, McCain Campaign Spokeswoman Meg Stapleton’s reaction was flippant. “Today's report shows that the Governor acted within her proper and lawful authority in the reassignment of Walt Monegan. This was a partisan led inquiry run by (Barack) Obama supporters and the Palins were completely justified in their concern regarding Trooper (Michael) Wooten given his violent and rogue behavior. Lacking evidence to support the original Monegan allegation, the Legislative Council seriously overreached, making a tortured argument to find fault without basis in law or fact.”

On August 29, I applauded Palin’s selection. However, I cautioned she could implode. Tonight, she did. I will not predict an electoral calamity. I will simply state the obvious. Recovery appears impossible.

Alaska Legislative Council Complete Report

“Anxiety Can Feed Anxiety”

On Friday morning, British (-8.85%), Chinese (-8.17%), French (-7.73%), German (-7.01%), and Japanese (-9.60%) exchanges plummeted. On Friday afternoon, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 128.00 points. Investors are anxious. They will remain anxious…Unless the market ascends.

Another Morning, Another Imploration

President Bush Complete Text

Connecticut Conundrum

On Friday, the Connecticut Supreme Court permitted gay marriage. According to the 4-3 majority, civil unions constitute separate standards. I cannot oppose this ruling. I cannot support this ruling. Partners should receive insurance, property, related status, and tax exemptions. However, elected officials must resolve this. Judges must not.

America, Understand the Obvious

McCain Campaign Manager Rick Davis: “I don't know if you really want to turn a campaign into a CNBC news show on the stock market. I mean it doesn't mean that we don't care and aren't trying to do something about it. It's just I'm not exactly sure what you say everyday. There’s very little a candidate for president, and frankly after watching today, very little even the president can say about what’s happening in the stock markets other than to hope that they correct themselves.”

Joe Biden Mocks McCain, Palin

Senator Joe Biden: “Sarah Palin in my debate turned to me – she’s really good – Sarah Palin turned to me and she said ‘Well, I was only in second grade when Senator Biden was elected to the Senate.’ It’s true. Well, I should have turned to her and said, Sarah, you were in sixth grade the last time John had a good idea.”

Drugs Dissolve Former Icon

On July 3, Tim Montgomery plead guilty to heroin distribution and possession. On Friday, he received five years incarceration. As previously stated, Montgomery held a world record. He won a gold medal. He was a track idol and an African-American hero. Sadly, Montgomery discarded everything.

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“Barack Obama says there’s nothing to the accusation of a friendship with ‘60s radical Bill Ayers. He says Ayers was a person he knew early in his career, but now plays no role in his campaign. Kind of like the Clintons.”

The Tonight Show

Survivor: Fang Savors Sugar

Following Fang’s pathetic performance, Kota garnered immunity. Subsequently, Crystal, GC, and Kenny deliberated… Kelly or Jacquie? Ultimately, the hidden immunity idol made their decision. Via a 5-2 vote, Jacquie was eliminated.

NEW RULE

No words are innocuous.

Ricky Jean-Francois (Monday): “If we get a good shot on [Tim Tebow], we're going to try our best to take him out of the game. With his size and his heart, it's hard to get a clean shot. I think every lineman wants to get a good hit on a Heisman Trophy winner.”

Ricky Jean-Francois (Wednesday): “We have great respect for Tim as a player and a competitor. By taking him out of the game, I meant as a defense we are going to try to make him ineffective. I'm sorry that my initial comments were interpreted another way.”

Francois merits a reprieve. Occasionally, words are not intent. Words are merely words. With that stated, Francois must think. He is a premiere athlete. LSU versus Florida is a premiere contest. Cameras and microphones are omnipresent. Francois should not have spoken.

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Investment Blog

Investment is an art. Consider yourself an artist.

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Hey, weren’t you the Dow Jones Industrial Average?

Fresh from the rumor mill, Carl Edwards and Kevin Harvick allegedly rumbled. Apparently, Edwards recommended several stocks.

Today’s top five or Saturday’s attractions (1) Texas vs. Oklahoma, (2) LSU at Florida, (3) Oklahoma State at Missouri, (4) Michigan State at Northwestern, (5) Notre Dame at North Carolina

Malaise and the Infinite Silence

On Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 678.91 points. Obviously, President Bush, Secretary of Treasury Henry Paulson, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, Congress, and the international community have acted. With that stated, America’s attitude is irresponsible. Where is our anger? Where is our urgency?

National Hockey League Predictions

Eastern Conference

Atlantic Division
1. Pittsburgh Penguins (50-27-5, 105 points)
2. New York Rangers (47-25-10, 104 points)
3. Philadelphia Flyers (47-29-6, 100 points)
4. New Jersey Devils (45-28-9, 99 points)
5. New York Islanders (31-45-6, 68 points)

Northeast Division
1. Montreal Canadians (50-24-8, 108 points)
2. Boston Bruins (40-33-9, 89 points)
3. Buffalo Sabres (38-32-12, 88 points)
4. Ottawa Senators (35-35-12, 82 points)
5. Toronto Maple Leafs (27-50-5, 59 points)

Southeast Division
1. Carolina Hurricanes (47-29-6, 100 points)
2. Washington Capitals (38-33-11, 89 points)
3. Atlanta Thrashers (36-34-12, 84 points)
4. Florida Panthers (28-42-12, 68 points)
5. Tampa Bay Lightning (24-48-10, 58 points)

Western Conference

Central Division
1. Detroit Red Wings (62-14-6, 130 points)
2. Chicago Blackhawks (40-33-9, 89 points)
3. Nashville Predators (38-34-10, 86 points)
4. Columbus Blue Jackets (32-40-10, 74 points)
5. St. Louis Blues (28-45-9, 65 points)

Northwest Division
1. Calgary Flames (47-30-5, 99 points)
2. Minnesota Wild (42-34-6, 90 points)
3. Colorado Avalanche (41-35-6, 88 points)
4. Vancouver Canucks (38-33-11, 87 points)
5. Edmonton Oilers (32-43-7, 71 points)

Pacific Division
1. San Jose Sharks (51-26-5, 107 points)
2. Dallas Stars (50-27-5, 105 points)
3. Anaheim Ducks (48-28-6, 102 points)
4. Los Angeles Kings (33-42-7, 73 points)
5. Phoenix Coyotes (31-42-9, 71 points)

Eastern Conference

First Round
(1) Montreal Canadians defeat (8) Washington Capitals 4-2
(2) Pittsburgh Penguins defeat (7) Boston Bruins 4-0
(3) Carolina Hurricanes defeat (6) New Jersey Devils 4-3
(4) New York Rangers defeat (5) Philadelphia Flyers 4-3

Conference Semi-Final
(1) Montreal Canadians defeat (5) New York Rangers 4-2
(2) Pittsburgh Penguins defeat (3) Carolina Hurricanes 4-3

Conference Finals
(1) Montreal Canadians defeat (2) Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3

Western Conference

First Round
(1) Detroit Red Wings defeat (8) Colorado Avalanche 4-0
(2) San Jose Sharks defeat (7) Chicago Blackhawks 4-0
(3) Calgary Flames defeat (6) Minnesota Wild 4-2
(4) Dallas Stars defeat (5) Anaheim Ducks 4-2

Conference Semi-Final
(1) Detroit Red Wings defeat (4) Dallas Stars 4-2
(2) San Jose Sharks defeat (3) Calgary Flames 4-3

Conference Finals
(1) Detroit Red Wings defeat (2) San Jose Sharks 4-3

Stanley Cup Finals
(1) Detroit Red Wings defeat (1) Montreal Canadians 4-2

Robert Gibb Suffocates Sean Hannity

NEW RULE

Animals are important.

Last week, the SPCA raided the Almost Heaven Kennel. Subsequently, agents seized 800 abused animals, 56 injured animals, and 56 animal corpses.

Obviously, assault, murder, and rape are repugnant. However, animal crimes are equally egregious. They merit attention and conversation. Why? Pets are precious. While friendships and relationships evaporate, pets are invariable. Their compassion is constant. Their presence is unconditional. Human sadists warrant severe punishment. Animal sadists should also.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be Martin Gramatica?

Yesterday, America’s National Debt surpassed $10 trillion. For this, the national debt clock exchanged a dollar sign for another digit. Lehman Brothers economics…

On December 20, Evander Holyfield will oppose Nikolai Valuev. Concerning his one hundredth bout, Holyfield is confident.

The World Awakens

On Wednesday morning, British (-5.18%), Chinese (-8.17%), French (-6.31%), German (-5.88%), and Japanese (-9.38%) exchanges plummeted. On Wednesday afternoon, the Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank, the Bank of England, the Bank of Canada, the Swedish Riksbank, and the Swiss National Bank sliced interest rates. Unfortunately, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 189.01 points.

Amidst this, Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) stated the obvious: “We may have to go back into session before the next Congress. We have some very harsh decisions to make and some of them can't wait until January. What we can't wait for is a stimulus package.”

Paulson Explains Economic Resuscitation

Secretary of Treasury Complete Text

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“Last night they had the town hall format and the candidates could wander around stage and I like John McCain, but wandering around stage, he looks like a retiree who cant find his Buick.”

Late Show with David Letterman

NEW RULE

Suicide is preferable.

On Monday, forty-five year-old Karthik Rajaram murder his wife, mother-in-law, and three sons. He then committed suicide. On Tuesday, sixteen-year-old Christopher Janney was charged with attempted murder. Via chlorine compression bombs, he attempted family eradication.

Janney and Rajaram’s motivations are irrelevant. Their strategy was unacceptable. Previously, I condemned murder. I advocated alteration and therapy. Tonight, I amend the aforesaid. With a caveat, murder is acceptable. If one must murder, murder the obvious.

Incessantly, suicide has been labeled “selfish.” This is crap. Suicide extinguishes one person. Homicide extinguishes friendships, relationships, dreams, hope, and talent. Suicide is not self-important. Mandated murder is self-important.

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“The second presidential debate was last night. It was a “town-hall” format, meaning candidates could walk around the stage. It was pretty successful — John McCain only wandered off twice.”

Late Show with David Letterman

McCarver Analyzes, Assails Manny

Tim McCarver: “It's extraordinary -- the dichotomy between what he was in Boston and what he is in Los Angeles. I mean, talk about wearing out your welcome in a town, and it was a long welcome with the Red Sox. But some of the things he did were simply despicable, despicable -- like not playing, refusing to play. Forgetting what knee to limp on. And now it's washed, it's gone.”

“A rejuvenated Manny, I think it would be fair to say. More than old Manny. Manny's doing things that even Manny doesn't do, [like] scoring on a double to right field from first base. It's a wonderful story in many, many ways, and from Boston's standpoint, it's a horrible story, I would imagine, because he could be doing that for Boston. Every sport, there have been people who have held organizations hostage, whether it be Terrell Owens or Randy Moss or Manny Ramirez.”

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Fifty-one authors cover the NFL.

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Hey, didn’t you used to be Patrick Carpentier?

In Nepal, citizens worship a three year old. Why? She is “living goddess.” Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are very proud.

According to Consumer Healthcare Products Association President Linda Suydam, toddlers should not receive cold medications. Britney Spears’ response? How will I control my children?

McCain Manages Only Singles

On Tuesday, Senators John McCain and Barack Obama debated. Initially, both were ensnared. McCain was restless and scattered. Obama was academic and impersonal. Eventually, McCain assumed command. His interaction won this evening. Unfortunately, this evening’s impact was minimal.

27 days. 654 hours. 39,240 minutes. McCain is trailing. His opportunities are vanishing. McCain’s mess requires magnitude. His situation warrants impressiveness. McCain cannot merely advance. He must ascend. Tonight, neither occurred.

John McCain vs. Barack Obama Complete Text

Another Catastrophe, Another “Correction”

According to Congressional Budget Office Director Peter Orszag, individual retirement accounts have surrendered $2 trillion. Upon hearing this, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 508.39 points. Anyone terrified?

Monologue Joke of the Evening

“The Labor Department has announced that 159,000 people lost their jobs last month. Worst job loss in five years. Here’s the ironic part — all 435 members of Congress still have their jobs.”

The Tonight Show

NEW RULE

Martin Gramatica must retire.

On Monday, Drew Brees racked 330 yards. Reggie Bush recorded two touchdowns. The Minnesota Vikings defeated the New Orleans Saints 30-27. How? Martin Gramatica missed two field goals. I will not mock kickers. I cannot comprehend their pressure. With that stated, New Orleans should be 4-1. They are 2-3. Gramatica is responsible. He should conclude his career.

The Daily Smak

Hey, didn’t you used to be suspended?

According to Leonardo Dicaprio, “Titanic’s” love scenes were awkward. 1997 phoned… They requested their story.

On Monday afternoon, Coach Rod Marinelli announced he will not resign. On Monday evening, the Detroit Lions issued this statement: Why not?

Economy Harangues, President Hopes

On Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 370 points. Amidst this, President Bush issued this statement:

President Bush: “I believe that in the long run, this economy is going to be just fine. It's going to take awhile to restore confidence in the financial system. But one thing people can be certain of is that the bill I signed is a big step toward solving this problem. The answer is because had we not done anything, people like the folks behind me would be a lot worse off. We'll make sure, as time goes on, this doesn't happen again.”

NEW RULE

Tragedies are not storylines.

In May, forty-nine year old Lori Drew was indicted. Drew was charged with conspiracy and computer trespass to access information and inflict emotional distress. Utilizing My Space, Drew masqueraded as a sixteen-year male. She befriended and betrayed thirteen-year-old Megan Meier. Meier committed suicide.

On Sunday, Desperate Housewives replicated this crime. Lynette Scavo masqueraded as a teenager. She and her son chatted. He pursued her. She rebuffed him. Unfortunately, her rejection concluded “Love Mom.” America may have chuckled. With that stated, this mockery was repulsive.

Obviously, television requires storylines. For these, writers utilize news. They should. However, they should also exercise restraint. Imitating tragedy is putrid. Mocking tragedy is unacceptable.

Fox News: Rhode Island’s Important Lesson

Ann Burke saw signs of trouble with her daughter's boyfriend. He'd incessantly call her at night, keep her from her family, and, ultimately, physically abuse her during a tumultuous relationship that ended with her death three years ago. Burke's 23-year-old daughter, Lindsay, may not have understood the dynamics of an abusive relationship, but her death is helping to ensure that other young people do.

A new law in Rhode Island called the Lindsay Ann Burke Act requires all public middle and high schools to teach students about dating violence in their health classes. The initiative was spearheaded by Burke and her husband, Chris, who say schools should be obligated to teach teens the warning signs of abusive relationships and broach the subject head-on so victims feel empowered to get help and leave violent partners. "If this could happen to her, this could happen to anyone," said Ann Burke, a health teacher who runs a memorial fund to raise money for dating violence workshops for parents and educators.

One other state, Texas, mandates unspecified awareness education on dating violence for students and parents, while several other states encourage it. But the Rhode Island measure goes further by requiring the topic be incorporated annually into the curriculum for students in seventh through 12th grade. Burke says such education would have allowed her daughter to recognize the danger in her relationship earlier. Though her daughter left her boyfriend several times, she didn't change her phone number or have a plan for safely cutting off contact for good.

She also believed she could be friends with her boyfriend if the romance ended. "I said, `No, he said that to you before, Lindsay. You can't just be friends,"' Burke recalled.

Rhode Island Attorney General Patrick Lynch, who shepherded the proposal through the legislature last year, said domestic violence is a disturbingly common crime, yet education about it is scarce and haphazard. "You teach sex ed, you teach `don't do drugs,' you teach `don't drink,' you should also be teaching `don't be a victim of domestic violence,"' said Lynch, whose office receives about 5,000 cases a year.

School districts are expected to start implementing the law this school year. By December, officials hope districts will have policies for responding to incidents of dating violence. The law is gaining traction around the country, with members of the National Association of Attorneys General unanimously adopting a resolution encouraging the education in their states. Nebraska's top prosecutor said he intends to submit legislation modeled after Rhode Island's law, and apparel maker Liz Claiborne Inc. has helped promote it around the country.

The education focuses as much on nurturing good relationships as avoiding abusive ones. In a recent sophomore health class at South Kingstown High School, teacher Karen Murphy reviewed communication skills for friendships and romantic relationships, including waiting until you're calm before confronting someone with a problem and openly expressing your feelings. "You've just found out that somebody spread a rumor about you and you approach them at their locker," Murphy told the class. "Are you going to want to start talking to her when you're extremely angry after you've just found out about it?"

"No," the class replied in unison.

Alex Butler, a 15-year-old sophomore, said he didn't think dating violence was a problem at his school but that the education has helped him identify stages of abusive relationships. "It's nice 'cause then you can warn other people even if you don't know them," he said.

Even if the lessons seem obvious, teachers hope students will recognize that some behaviors they may tolerate in their relationships — obsessive text messaging, for instance, or physical control — are unacceptable and possible precursors to violence. Ann Burke said Lindsay fell hard for Gerardo Martinez after meeting him at a wedding, and though he seemed respectful and nice, problems emerged after Martinez began exerting control over her daughter.

Ann Burke became so distraught that she couldn't sleep and she sought the advice of counselors. Fearing the worst, she even told Lindsay she couldn't bear to live without her. One day in September 2005, after Lindsay had moved in with her brother to get away from Martinez, Burke became concerned when Lindsay didn't answer her phone.

Police found Lindsay in the bathtub of Martinez's home, her throat slashed. Martinez was convicted last year of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Burke believes her daughter would have wanted her to teach others about dating violence. "You may have killed her physical body, but I'll be damned: her spirit is still living on in her family and friends," she said. "We're going to do what we need to do."

GAME BALLS (NFL Edition)

Bernard Berrian (WR – Vikings): 6 receptions, 110 yards, 1 td
(Win: 30-27 at Saints)

Ronnie Brown (RB – Dolphins): 24 carries, 125 yards, 1 td
(Win: 17-10 vs. Chargers)

Chris Cooley (TE – Redskins): 8 receptions, 109 yards, 1 td
(Win: 23-17 at Eagles)

Domenik Hixon (WR – Giants): 4 receptions, 102 yards, 1 td
(Win: 44-6 vs. Seahawks)

Brandon Jacobs (RB – Giants): 15 carries, 136 yards, 2 td
(Win: 44-6 vs. Seahawks)

Randy Moss (WR – Patriots): 5 receptions, 111 yards, 1 td
(Win: 30-21 at 49ers)

Clinton Portis (RB – Redskins): 29 carries, 145 yards, 1 td
(Win: 23-17 at Eagles)

Ben Roethlisberger (QB – Steelers): 26/41, 309 yards, 3 td
(Win: 26-21 at Jaguars)

Mike Walker (WR – Jaguars): 6 receptions, 107 yards
(Loss: 26-21 vs. Steelers)

Roddy White (WR – Falcons): 8 receptions, 132 yards, 1 td
(Win: 27-24 at Packers)

GAME BALLS (College Football Edition)

Sam Bradford (QB – Oklahoma): 23/31, 372 yards, 2 td
(Win: 49-17 at Baylor)

Jimmy Clausen (QB – Notre Dame): 29/40, 347 yards, 3 td
(Win: 28-21 vs. Stanford)

Glen Coffee (RB – Alabama): 25 carries, 218 yards, 1 td
(Win: 17-14 vs. Kentucky)

Chris Crane (QB – Boston College): 34/51, 428 yards, 2 td
(Win: 38-31 at North Carolina State)

Eric Decker (WR – Minnesota): 13 receptions, 190 yards
(Win: 16-7 vs. Indiana)

Shaun Draughn (RB – North Carolina): 19 carries, 109 yards, 1 td
(Win: 38-12 vs. Connecticut)

Tyrell Fenroy (RB – Louisiana-Lafayette): 20 carries, 297 yards, 3 td
(Win: 44-35 at Louisiana-Monroe)

Graham Harrell (QB- Texas Tech): 38/51, 454 yards, 6 td
(Win: 58-28 at Kansas State)

Gartrell Johnson (RB – Colorado State): 33 carries, 191 yards, 3 td
(Win: 41-28 vs. UNLV)

Lesean McCoy (RB – Pittsburgh): 28 carries, 142 yards, 2 td
(Win: 26-21 at South Florida)

Collin Mooney (RB – Army): 19 carries, 187 yards, 4 td
(Win: 44-13 at Tulane)

Mark Sanchez (QB – USC): 19/28, 332 yards, 3 td
(Win: 44-10 vs. Oregon)

Chris Smelley (QB – South Carolina): 22/32, 327 yards, 3 td
(Win: 31-24 at Mississippi)

Demaryius Thomas (WR – Georgia Tech): 9 receptions, 230 yards, 1 td
(Win: 27-0 vs. Duke)

Chris Wells (RB – Ohio State): 22 carries, 168 yards, 1 td
(Win: 20-17 at Wisconsin)

Juice Williams (QB – Illinois): 13/26, 310 yards, 2 td; 19 carries, 121 yards, 2 td
(Win: 45-20 at Michigan)

Satellites Supplant Lauren, Heidi

Acquaintances. Associates. Satellites. Supporters. Their categorizations are miscellaneous. Their characteristics are unmistakable. They are not the principals. They are not superstars. However, they amplify the conversation. They intensify the experience.

Last week, Lauren confronted Stephanie. Their conversation was casual. Stephanie admitted her betrayal. Lauren ignored her disloyalty. Subsequently, Brody, Doug, Frankie, Lauren, Stephanie, and Whitney attended a barbecue. Brody and Doug exploded. Seriously? Granted, Stephanie is untrustworthy. Unfortunately, Brody and Doug are also. They should shut up.

Simultaneously, Heidi’s mother visited. She endured multiple lunches. With Spencer, she argued. With Heidi, she cried. Throughout each emotion, her premise was precise. Heidi and Spencer are dysfunctional. They should separate. I completely concur.

On Monday, Heidi and Spencer’s conflict continued. Heidi wrote Lauren. She expressed remorse. She requested reconciliation. Upon hearing this, Spencer bristled. He excoriated Holly and Lauren. I could respond. I could scorch him. Instead, I will quote Lauren. What if Heidi and Spencer never met?

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Hey, didn’t you used to be Florida State vs. Miami?

On Monday, Citigroup purchased Wachovia. On Friday, Wells Fargo purchased Wachovia. Last spectacular worthless asset scrap? Heather Locklear vs. Denise Richards.

Today’s top five or Pope Benedict’s “Godless Societies” (1) New York City, (2) Los Angeles, (3) Paris, (4) Washington D.C., (5) Paris Hilton’s entourage

The Big Five

For reasons good and bad… they were the news.

The Hot Five

A quintet of sizzling conversation starters.

Line of the Morning

Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH)

“You have seen a 26-year Senate veteran [John McCain] morph into an angry, desperate candidate in the last few weeks, especially in the last few days. And it just kind of makes me sad…”