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I really hope this story about Bill Cosby isn't true . Your engine light may be on because of this . Stephen Colbert is auctioning off a used microwave .

Via Daily Kos : Guess what political party he affiliates with?

While Valentine's Day -like any other holiday involving showing non-family members affection- usually means doom for me, I'd be a heartless bastard to let that stop me from wishing others happiness and joy on this holiday. Even if it's been pretty much reduced to commercialized peer pressure forcing couples to re-declare something they should be doing both overtly and covertly on a regular basis. But I digress.

The Hollywood icon was 85 . what I can't believe is that she was able to retire at 21; can you imagine a "tween" actor/actress doing that nowadays?

The most common problems with screenplays . The least/most religious states in the US . FDA talks tobacco . The White House addresses Justin Bieber .

Teacher fired for getting pregnant . Not all rich people are jerks . CVS decides selling cigarettes and medicine might not be sending the best message .

Sad, very sad . Fortunately, their child is safe.

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Did you know that Rosa Parks ended racism ? 20 things the poor do every day . If you stop hearing news about Republicans and tax reform , don't be surprised. Yes, even pastors fall short of their status as standard-bearers. Joe Morton gives his take on slave films . Why no Wonder Woman movie ?

In light of the news regarding Detroit , I'm curious: Will future cities try this to get out of paying pensions? What does say about Michigan's attempt to put "managers" in charge of cities, instead of letting elected officials work things out? How does the auto industry spin this? I mean, shouldn't they have been in the forefront to make sure that the city that made them an economic power didn't fail? I have a few more, but this will do for now.