Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Brittany Murphy -- Frantic Rescue Effort


Brittany Murphy's husband and mother made a frantic attempt to revive her before paramedics arrived ... this according to notes written by an investigator from the L.A. County Coroner's office. And, there were a shocking number of strong prescription meds on Brittany's nightstand.

According to the notes of Investigator Blacklock , Brittany Murphy "had been complaining of shortness of breath and severe abdominal pain" for 7 to 10 days prior to her death. According to the notes, Murphy went into the bathroom at around 7:30 AM Sunday and shut the door.

A half hour later Brittany's mother, Sharon Murphy, went to check on her daughter, opened the bathroom door and discovered the decedent lying on the floor unresponsive. According to the notes, Sharon yelled for help. Brittany's husband, Simon Monjack, who was in bed, heard the screams and ran to the bathroom.Sharon called 911 and Simon "attempted to revive the decedent by placing her in the shower and running the water."

The notes continue -- "The decedent remained unresponsive and purged her stomach contents prior to the arrival of the paramedics."

When the paramedics arrived, Brittany was "without signs of life."

Paramedics moved Brittany from the bathroom to the bedroom, where they found a slew of prescription drugs -- "A check of the nightstands revealed large amounts of prescription medication in the decedent's name. Also noted were numerous empty prescription medication bottles in the decedent's husband's name, the decedent's mother's name and unidentified third party names."

According to the notes, the medications included

Topamax
(anti-seizure meds also to prevent migraines),
Methylprednisolone (anti-inflammatory),
Fluoxetine
(depression med),
Klonopin (anxiety med),
Carbamazepine (treats Diabetic symptoms and is also a bipolar med),
Ativan (anxiety med),
Vicoprofen (pain reliever),
Propranolol (hypertension, used to prevent heart attacks),
Biaxin (antibiotic),
Hydrocodone (pain med) and miscellaneous vitamins.

The notes say, "No alcohol containers, paraphernalia or illegal drugs were discovered."

"The night prior to her death, the decedent had consumed some noodles, leftover Thai food, Gatorade, water and tea with lemon."

"Brittany had a history of hypoglycemia and was hospitalized in April 2009 for low blood sugar while on location in Oregon."

Monjack told the investigator during the 7 to 10 days prior to her death, Brittany complained of shortness of breath and severe abdominal pains but he was not overly alarmed because "she often suffered from severe menstrual pains."

The investigator spoke with police at the scene, who told him "foul play is not suspected."

Monday, December 21, 2009

Brittany Murphy


Hollywood and her fans worldwide are shocked by the sudden death of Brittany Murphy. The actress who celebrated her 32nd birthday last month, apparently died of a heart attack.

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Brittany Murphy died after collapsing in shower



Brittany Murphy, known for her breakout role in 'Clueless,' died after collapsing in the shower. The 32-year-old's sudden death is being investigated by Los Angeles cops but a coroner official said it 'appears to be natural,' reports the New York Daily News.

According to the gossip Web site TMZ, an autopsy is pending - over the objections of her British screenwriter husband, Simon Monjack, who told officials he didn't want one. The website reported that the actress was in full cardiac arrest and could not be revived after her mother - who told paramedics the actress was diabetic - found her unconscious in the shower.

However the underlying cause of her death is still unknown. Ashton Kutcher, who used to date Brittany at one time, Tweeted about her untimely death: "2day the world lost a little piece of sunshine. My deepest condolences go out 2 Brittanys family, her husband and her amazing mother Sharon."

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Saturday, December 19, 2009

Climate reality: Voluntary efforts not enough

COPENHAGEN – Around the world, countries and capitalism are already working to curb global warming on their own, with or without a global treaty.

In Brazil more rain forests are being saved, and in Chicago there's a voluntary carbon pollution trading system. People recycle, buy smaller and newer cars, and change light bulbs.

But the impact of such piecemeal, voluntary efforts is small. Experts say it will never be enough without the kind of strong global agreement that eluded negotiators at the U.N. summit this past week in Copenhagen.

Emissions of greenhouse gases keep rising global temperatures.

Dozens of countries — including the top two carbon polluters, China and the United States — came to the climate talks with proposals to ratchet down pollution levels.

But analysis by the United Nations and outside management systems experts show that those voluntary reductions will not keep temperatures from increasing by more than 1.3 degrees Celsius (2.3 degrees Fahrenheit) compared with now. That's the level that scientists, the United Nations, the European Union and the Obama administration have said the world cannot afford.

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science story related sex

point to remember:

1.The pursuit of pleasure: Men between 20s and 30s and especially those who masturbate frequently are at higher risk for prostate cancer, researchers atthe University of Nottingham claim.

2. Pulling out works: Withdrawal has been found to be “almost as effective as the male condom” when it comes to pregnancy prevention, a paper published in the June issue of Conception magazine noted.

3. Child’s play: An Iowa State University study has found that 25 percent of children, between 11 and 16, in low-income households reported having sex. The average age of first intercourse for that group was 12.77.

4. Growing pains: Penis extenders may be useful in increasing flaccid members’ length by almost one inch, a study from the University of Turin suggests.

5.Sex smells: A study in The Journal of Neuroscience claims that man’s sweat smells different when he’s sexually aroused.

6. Pill popping: Birth-control pills are occasionally promoted as a medicine for acne and PMS. The Federal Drug Administration had mandated that Bayer, the manufacturer of Yaz birth-control pills, change their commercials, which made similar suggestions.

7. This is a test: In order to be on the safer side against cervical cancer women should wait until age 21 to get their first Pap smear, get a check-up done every three years, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have advised.

8. Not yet: Women who hold out on sex are acting on a biological impulse to find more suitable providers, while men are waiting to prove that they’re up to the challenge, research published in the Journal of Theoretical Biology reads.

9. Role reversal: Men apparently feel guiltier following sexual infidelity, while women feel worse after an emotional transgression.

Researcher Maryanne Fisher, a professor at St. Mary’s University in Halifax, Canada, said: “If an individual assumes that everyone, regardless of their sex, is most concerned with the same form of infidelity that they themselves are most concerned about, this person would consequently make false inferences leading to feelings of guilt.” (ANI)


source:health news ,washington.

New species of coral, sponges found near Hawaii

UNKNOWN: Scientists at the Hawaii Undersea Research Laboratory are working to identify the discovered corals. (Photo: NOAA, Greg McFall/AP)

New and dramatic species of coral and sponges have been found in the Pacific during deep sea dives near the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, scientists said Monday.

Christopher Kelley, the lab’s program biologist, called sponges found at dive sites off Middle Bank, some 120 miles northwest of Hawaii, “absolutely bizarre.“

Submersibles operated by the Hawaii Undersea Research Laboratory discovered the species in early December in Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. They found the species during dives nearly 1 mile deep.

Kelley will be working with other scientists to identify the sponges.

During radio transmissions between the submersible Pisces IV and its support ship, Kelley said one observer remarked when first seeing the sponges, “It looks like something out of Dr. Seuss.”

The expedition marked the first time the lab used high definition video cameras to capture images of its deep ocean work.

“There are lots of things down there that are just brand new,” he said. “We don’t know what they are, and this is a fantastic opportunity to try and help the monument and determine what some of the deep water resources are.”

In addition to its research value, HD brings the deep sea experience to the general public, he said.

The quality of the HD video is so good, scientists expect to be able to identify some animals from the video alone, rather than having to collect actual specimens, Kelley said.

“It’s really the type of quality we see out the windows of the submersible,” Kelley said. “People are going to be seeing what we’re seeing. People are going to see why we’re so excited about these deep water environments, because these animals are spectacular.”

source :yahoo news, mnn.com.


Jessica Alba and Honor Marie: Barneys Babes

Back out for another day of holiday shopping, Jessica Alba and daughter Honor Marie were spotted paying a visit to Barneys New York in Beverly Hills on Saturday (December 19). The “Good Luck Chuck” actress used her muscles as she pulled her growing baby girl out of the car and into her stroller, with Jess showing off her well-placed butterfly tattoo as paparazzi snapped up shots. As for work duties, Miss Alba is currently focusing on shooting both “Little Fockers” and “Machete,” while she can soon be seen in the star-studded romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day”. With cast members including Jennifer Garner, Jessica Biel, Taylor Swift, Julia Roberts and Taylor Lautner, “Valentine’s Day” hits theaters on February 12, 2010.

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Jessica Alba and Honor Marie: Barneys Babes

Jessica Alba and Honor Marie: Barneys Babes

Back out for another day of holiday shopping, Jessica Alba and daughter Honor Marie were spotted paying a visit to Barneys New York in Beverly Hills on Saturday (December 19). The “Good Luck Chuck” actress used her muscles as she pulled her growing baby girl out of the car and into her stroller, with Jess showing off her well-placed butterfly tattoo as paparazzi snapped up shots. As for work duties, Miss Alba is currently focusing on shooting both “Little Fockers” and “Machete,” while she can soon be seen in the star-studded romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day”. With cast members including Jennifer Garner, Jessica Biel, Taylor Swift, Julia Roberts and Taylor Lautner, “Valentine’s Day” hits theaters on February 12, 2010.

source: www.celebrity-gossip.net(Jessica Alba and Honor Marie: Barneys Babes)

Kevin Jonas To Marry This Weekend




One Jonas will be officially off the market after this weekend - reportedly Kevin Jonas will be tying the knot in Long Island on Saturday! The eldest Jonas will wed former hairdresser Danielle Deleasa after a five month engagement. The couple met in the Bahamas in 2007 when they were both on vacation with their families. The wedding rehearsal will reportedly have a roller skating rink and guests at the Saturday nuptials, including rumored Joe Jonas squeeze Demi Lovato, will dine on filet mignon, sea bass, chicken, and vegetable tart. Sounds fun! Congrats!

Source: RadarOnline; Photo: fablife.com.

50 Celebrity Makeovers: Vote Fab Or Fail!


One would think that Hollywood celebrities could only achieve otherworldly hotness by hiring stylists or trainers or dietitians — and maybe even slapping fine Porcelain veneers on their teeth or having the fat sucked out of their hips and/or tummies or bumping up their bra size a notch or two or three. But one would be right only part of the time.

You see, some celebs prove there’s a fine line between the pursuit and realization of hotness and total freakishness. We have compiled 50 stars who’ve had Hollywood-esque makeovers. After the jump, look at their before and after pictures — and for each makeover cast your vote “Fab or Fail.”

* Angelina Jolie
* Gwen Stefani
* Samantha Ronson
* Heidi Montag
* Clay Aiken
* Diddy
* Taylor Momsen
* Mickey Rourke
* Sarah Jessica Parker
* Paris Hilton
* Megan Fox
* Demi Moore
* Aubrey O’Day
* Star Jones
* Jennifer Aniston
* Katie Holmes
* Lindsay Lohan
* Katy Perry
* Ashlee Simpson
* Seth Rogen
* Justin Timberlake
* Anna Faris
* Nicole Richie
* Rihanna
* Victoria Beckham
* Tara Reid
* Madonna
* Mariah Carey
* Holly Madison
* Jack Osbourne
* Mel B
* Britney Spears
* Courtney Love
* Kathy Griffin
* Lil’ Kim
* Kelly Osbourne
* Marilyn Manson
* Beyonce
* Ricki Lake
* Carrie Underwood
* Axl Rose
* Oprah Winfrey
* LeAnn Rimes
* Lady Gaga
* Christina Ricci
* Toccara Jones
* Evan Rachel Wood
* Kim Kardashian
* Lily Allen

Exclusive: Watch Rihanna's New Video For "Hard"



VH1 has the exclusive first look at Rihanna’s new video for “Hard,” the latest single off of her album Rated R. In the clip, Rihanna marches around in sexy, militaristic outfits, combining the grittiness of Platoon with the best of the Paris runways. At one point she even flashes the camera to reveal her breasts, which have been covered in black tape. Yep, General RiRi is in command.

Thursday, December 17, 2009