Fighting the AIDS epidemic (story)
We’re off to a good start today. Talk about a problem of world proportions highly under-reported these days. For some reason I always link the AIDS with the eighties … and for some reason pretty much all of the following was eradicated … except AIDS
Bush urges Congress to pass AIDS funds (story)
When Bush breaks party ranks … some Republicans vowed to block it because of its cost … I’m confused. I’m guessing as a rule it’s positive if there are only two ways to go, but I’m not sure.
Bush heckled at July 4 ceremony (story)
“Shouts from protesters were heard during Bush’s remarks, and the president responded by saying he agrees that “we believe in free speech in the United States of America.”" … ok now this is painful, I’d imagine. Here you are ready for a nice photo-op with the newcomers, who I assume that after eight years of Bush are quite aware what they’re pledging for, and you get heckled. Now that’s one way to get introduced.
NYT: McCain struggles to find Obama strategy (story)
Didn’t I elude to this yesterday. One more day of strategy brainstorming hasn’t helped McCain. Tune in tomorrow.
Obama opens door to shift on Iraq pullout (story)
“Obama says 16-month time line could slip”… He better be careful not to slip himself, Flip-flops are tricky footwear.
Federer, Nadal cruise into Wimbledon final (story)
Yes, there are still certainties.
4 shot dead outside Milwaukee house party (story)
Must have been one hell of a party.
What’s a penis worth? $795,000, court rules (story)
Anyone wonder how they came up with that figure. Must say makes me feel somewhat rich, better take care of it. What would be the rent on it? … I’m drifting. In any case, this is today’s must read 
12 feared dead as canoes run over dam (story)
Video? And yes you read that well, canoeS, I’m guessing The Canoe Conspiracy.
Discover jobs that earn a surprising six-figures (story)
Needless to say, blogging wasn’t on the list.
Oil passes, settles above $145 for first time (story)
Wonder how it needs to go before we start thinking somewhat environment-friendly. I’m guessing Gore is pretty psyched about this one.
No bull! This sport’s becoming mainstream (story)
“Will Professional Bull Riding league become the next big thing?” is the crux of this fascinating story. Read at your own risk.
French locals indifferent to Brangelina (story)
OMG, they found someone who doesn’t care! Bring out the paparazzi and media, we got a story!
Paparazzi feel the heat in California (story)
So they made up a story in France! Just a quick reminder, forest fires and heath waves are not exclusive to Cali… oh never mind, seems the story is about First Amendment rights, no better spokesmen then celebrity watchers to take it to the courts.
Christie Brinkley divorce trial goes nuclear (story)
Ok, I’m not quite sure what to make of that. But considering nuclear is splicing atoms, this can’t be a good thing when talking about a divorce.
Some other headlines you don’t wanna miss:
Wax museum in Berlin features Hitler *** Some psych patients wait days in ERs *** Is this even legal? Pro bono sex advice *** ‘Pregnant man’ gives birth to daughter *** Crawling with bugs *** Weight-loss surgery for teens? *** Cosmic Log: Stars and stripes in space *** Turns out, cavemen loved to sing *** 15-pound gut bombs and other sparkling meals *** Indulge your inner monarch and rent a castle
