What Do People in Abilene Google the Most? Kony 2012, NCAA, Hunger Games and More
Thanks to search engines like Google, no longer do people in Abilene have to spend hours of time in the library searching for information on Kony 2012, NCAA, Hunger Games, American Idol or ABC. With just a couple of keystrokes, that information is right in front of your eyes. Heck, you're probably clicking on the links I just provided for those 5 topics right now. How do I know that? According to Google Insights, those are 5 of the most searched terms by people in the Abilene area.
via Collegiate Times, Twitter (@CollegiateTimes) Virginia Tech Submits to Lockdown as Unidentified Gunman Roams Campus
Virginia Tech appears to be reliving its worst nightmare as reports of a shooting have placed the university under lockdown.
Getty Images American Troops Killed in Afghanistan Helicopter Attack
Editor's Note: This post has been updated to reflect that 30 American troops were killed in the attack, rather than 31, as initially reported.
Taliban insurgents shot down an American military helicopter in Afghanistan Saturday, killing 30 American troops, 7 Afghan commandos, and an interpreter multiple news outlets are reporting.
Introducing Our New Interactive Weather Page
We're happy to introduce our new weather page - where you can view current conditions, see the five-day forecast, and explore the interactive weather map. You can use it for the latest updates, to plan for the rest of the week, or just to find out w
Mark Wilson, Getty Images Judge Declares Mistrial in Roger Clemens Perjury Trial
Roger Clemens' perjury trial was declared a mistrial Thursday by the judge sitting on the case.
According to the New York Times, Judge Reggie Walton said the prosecution "revealed information that he previously deemed inadmissible."
Katrina Bridgeford/Rex Features Monster Crocodile Lunges From Water Near Tour Boat [VIDEO]
If the size of this crocodile is any indication, these tourists are going to need a bigger boat. An 18-foot, 2-ton monster crocodile was photographed leaping from the water near a tour boat in Australia, 'The Early Show' reported.
The croc is known locally as Brutus and was enticed by a tour guide offering kangaroo meat on a pole. The reptile is a star attraction among river tours that run through the Adelaide River.
Comedy Central Jerry Seinfeld Smacks Jon Stewart For Joke About Marcus Bachmann [VIDEO]
Jerry Seinfeld and Jon Stewart poked fun at Dr. Marcus Bachmann, husband of Republican presidential candidate Michele Bachmann, for his views on "curing" homosexuality Wednesday night on 'The Daily Show.' But, when Stewart took things too far, Seinfeld put him in his place with a solid smack across the face.
Seinfeld admitted that gay jokes at Bachmann's expense came easily, especially after watching a video compilation highlighting the doctor's voice and somewhat flamboyant dance moves. "Of course I'd love to say Dr. Marcus Bachmann buys Brawny paper towels for the packaging," he said.
AMC / ABC Emmy Nominations 2011: ‘Mildred Pierce,’ ‘Mad Men,’ ‘Modern Family’ Earn Top Honors
As expected, 'Mad Men' and 'Modern Family' were among the top series nominated for the 2011 Primetime Emmys, announced early Thursday morning.
'Mad Men' picked up an impressive 19 nominations, the most of any drama series, including Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Leading Actor (Jon Hamm), Outstanding Leading Actress (Elisabeth Moss) and Outstanding Supporting Actress (Christina Hendricks).
This Day in History for May 20 – Shakespeare's Sonnets Published and More May 19, 2012
Celebrity Birthdays for May 20 – Joe Cocker, Cher and More May 19, 2012
Celebrity Birthdays for May 19 – Pete Townshend, Dusty Hill and More May 18, 2012
This Day in History for May 19 – Anne Boleyn Beheaded and More May 18, 2012
