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Kristen Johnston’s 60 Pound Weight Loss - Before and After Pics of Now Skinny Actress Check out the startling before and after pictures of now super skinny Kristen Johnston - who has lost 60 pounds. Kristen Johnston is best known for her role on TV’s Third Rock From the Sun, but has also appeared in a number of films and is currently filming Bride Wars with Anne Hathaway and Kate Hudson. Extr

Photo Credit: Buzz Foto Kristen Johnston is always funny, but with this 60 pound weight loss, she looks YEARS younger! Even younger than she did on ŗrd Rock from the Sun. This photo was taken as she left a New York supermarket - not much in that bag! ...

Seems a slough of celebrities are going through Planet Funk these days. Who can blame them? It seems to be the happening place to be for great values, great clothes and superstars everywhere! Our newest super fan comes in the form of a pint sized Fashionista. Her name is Lara Johnston and she is a talented celebrity child of Tom Johnston from the Doobie Brothers and is on 'Cradle of Love'!!! We <3 Lara Johnston!!Lara Johnston has already accomplished a ton in her career having performed at age 2 with the Doobie Brothers and also singing with Willie Nelson, and the Saint Louis Choir. Damn! We wish we were that talented!Little Lar picked up 2 vests. One was a Planet Funk 1 button sequined cropped vest, which is, unfortunately, in store only. The second item being this hot little number by

Longtime Disney animator Ollie Johnston, the last surviving member of the “Nine Old Men” cadre responsible for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Bambi, Sleeping Beauty and more decades’ worth of classics, died of natual causes Tuesday in Washington. He was 95. Johnson cut his teeth on Disney short films before moving on to features, [...]

This video is already being posted in hundreds of blogs around the world. But I still feel like posting it here. This boy was bullied for his love of choir music (among other things) but now he's a popular guy as he wins the Britain's Got Talent Show (hopefully winning the grand final).This boy reminds me of the movie ABOUT A BOY. If you've watched the movie About A Boy - don't you think this boy's story has a little bit of similarity?Funny, the other day I was just thinking of posting something about "how to protect our kids from bullies" and today I saw this at My Daily Ramblings Rendezvous Blog. I like this kind of story - from being bullied to becoming popular and successful.Here's an excerpt from the news:A BULLIED schoolboy who lives on a council estate has stunned Britain with his

Ollie Johnston,, dibujante californiano, con mucho pesar, ha muerto a los 95 años de edad, el último superviviente del grupo de nueve artistas perteneciente a la época de oro de Disney, los "Nine Old Men", informaron los estudios. Un documental del " The Disney Family Album" dedicado al animador Ollie JohnstonBambi, Pinocho, Peter Pan, Los siete enanitos, Los 101 dálmatas, La Bella Durmiente, Los Aristogatos, Alicia en el país de las maravillas, Robin Hood y Bernardo y Bianca... todos estos personajes, que hemos crecido viendo sus aventuras, que los recordamos y reconocemos por sus dibujos inconfundibles, únicos...fueron dibujados por el estadounidense, Ollie Johnston.Ver video: Disney Family Album Part 2El artista Johnston, falleció en una residencia de ancianos en Washington a ca

Ollie Johnston, the last of the "Nine Old Men" who animated "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," "Fantasia," "Bambi" and other classic Walt Disney films has died. He was 95. Article Tools Submit to Digg Bookmark to del.icio.us Give it to Reddit

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Alan Johnston is a BBC reporter who was held hostage in Gaza for 114 days. On the BBC website he answers readers questions in (what seems to me) quite a fair, honest and evenhanded way.Of course his kidnapping led him to a higher opinion of Palestinians in general (it was only the hostage takers themselves who weren't very nice, and some of them were almost embarrassed about it), and he sees a lot of good in the Palestinian people (which is reasonable, because there is). He also thinks that the Jewish claim to Israel is purely a religious one, and seems to ignore history, international resolutions and the persecution that ultimately led to the State.But he has quotes like this, which IMHO show a better understanding of the conflict, and the likelihood of peace, than many of our politicians seem to have (and may I take this opportunity to wish our Prime Minister a Refuah Shleima - but couldn't you at least have used it as an excuse to avoid Annapolis?).Q: How has your experience shape

In an interview for BBC1's Panorama, BBC journalist Alan Johnston described how he visualized being beheaded during his 114 days in captivity in Gaza: “I imagined being put into that red suit they would make me wear for videos. I imagined one of them in a hood and one of them putting a knee in my back, and then my throat being cut. I even imagined the blood draining from my head.” ... He said he had few conversations with his captors, but that in one, a leader of the Islamist group "described me as a prisoner in the war between Muslims and non-Muslims, a phrase which saddened me really". "I guess I'm a non-Muslim but I'm really not at war with anybody." That doesn't matter to certain people who have a lot of faith... Source "BBC journalist Alan Johnston: 'I visualised being beheaded'," Daily Mail, October 25, 2007 Related posts Johnston credits Hamas Alan Johnston will be "slaughtered like a sheep" Alan Johnston forced to wear bomb belt Technorati tags Alan Johnst

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Three alleged al-Qaida sympathizers arrested in connection with an online video threat against Austria and Germany may have had links to the Army of Islam, a shadowy group that kidnapped a BBC journalist earlier this year, said SITE Intelligence Group. More...

While surfing the other day I ran across a portrait of "Frannie" Benjamin. I'd never heard of her before but the photograph grabbed my attention, especially the caption. "Frances Benjamin Johnston, full-length portrait, seated in front of fireplace, facing left, holding cigarette in one hand and a beer stein in the other, in her Washington, D.C. studio, 1896." Uhhhhh....???? 1896? Beer stein? Cigarette? Did they say 1896 or 1996?I am also intrigued by the statue or whatever that thing is to the right of the photograph on the table. What is it? Check out all the photographs of men on her mantle? Yes, she was one of the earliest female photo journalist and it seems she was pretty spunky too. Learn more about her on Wikipedia. I learn something new every day!

This album captures a summer of musicality in the life of a young, unabashed songwriter. After watching "The Devil in Daniel Johnston" I was compelled to pick up some of his music. His work is extremely raw and revealing. There is a level of intimacy seldom conveyed in recorded music. It is not something that you would or could listen to constantly but it is powerful while you do. My emotional response when listening has ranged from outright joy to subtle embarrassment. Again, you will inevitably be taken aback by the vulnerability in the music, especially on tracks like "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Your Grievances" where an upbeat Daniel encourages "everyone" to join in although he is most likely alone in his sister's garage pounding out the tune on a toy organ. Not for everyone but very important to some.

Released in late 2006 around the time that the acclaimed documentary THE DEVIL AND DANIEL JOHNSTON was issued on DVD, this compilation collects two of the troubled indie-rock troubadour's mid-1980s albums, which were originally distributed by the Austin, Texas, resident on cassette tape. At times painfully spare, these songs get to the heart of Johnston's fractured yet fascinating aesthetic, with his helium-voiced yelp relating tales of isolation, frustration, and escapism over what is often little more than a muffed piano or acoustic-guitar line. Despite the off-key, lo-fi presentation, the brilliance of Johnston's songwriting frequently shines through, as on the urgent existential number "Walking the Cow" and the beautifully wistful ballad "Hey Joe" (later covered to wonderful effect by Sparklehorse). Also of interest is Johnston's reverent, minimal reading of the Beatles' "I Saw Her Standing There," which finds the performer occasionally accompanying his nasal singing with the

Their Self Titled Debut Out October 9th on Black & Greene Records (Jeremy Black of Apollo Sunshine)This October, Tommy Allen & Sarah Cronin debut their love for one another in the form of their outstanding S/T record, Drug Rug, on Black & Greene Records and we are thrilled to be on board. The dynamic love duo, named Drug Rug, hail from Boston and have written & recorded the most heartbreaking debut since June & Johnny got together (Yes, We do love them that much). “The Sound Alone is all I need to get by” and “You don’t have worry, You don’t have panic no more (from Tiny People)” are just two simple lines that will have you back to toe-tapping and foot stomping & will re-cement your faith in love, poetry and classic country pop songs... Its almost like the clash of two separate generations have joined, and Joanna Newsom & Keith Richards had recently met in some distant far off land. Enough Said? Well if you need more, Drug Rug is coming your way...The Record wa

Johnston, who has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder,has been classified as an outsider musician. His songs are typically painfully direct, and often display a disturbing blend of childlike naïveté with darker, "spooky" themes. Johnston's earliest recordings present him singing in a high register. However, throughout the nineties his voice acquired a new character and tone and an altogether different style of delivery and diction. This may have been inspired by a mixture of the damage done by smoking, tooth loss and medication prescribed to control his bipolar disorder. His performances often seem faltering or uncertain; one critic writes that Johnston's recordings range from spotty to brilliant.The major labels have finally figured out that while extremely uneven homemade tapes sound like crap as demos, they can come off as pure eccentric brilliance when released commercially. So goes the story of Daniel Johnston: two-track loser in Slackertown U.S.A. (Austin, Texas) since 1980,

BBC journalist Alan Johnston has been released after 114 days in captivity in Gaza.  Alan’s picture has been in my sidebar for most of that time.  I’ll leave him there until tomorrow.  Click his face for the story of his captivity, release and to read and see some of his reports from his three years living and working in one of the most dangerous places in the world.

From the BBC:BBC correspondent Alan Johnston has been released by kidnappers in Gaza after nearly four months in captivity. He said it was "fantastic" to be free after an "appalling experience". TV footage showed Mr Johnston, 45, leaving a building accompanied by armed men. He later appeared beside Hamas leader Ismail Haniya and thanked everyone who had worked for his release. Rallies worldwide had called for Mr Johnston's release. An online petition was signed by some 200,000 people. The BBC reporter was handed over to officials of the Hamas administration in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Gunmen from the Palestinian Islamist Hamas movement overran Gaza last month, expelling their rivals from the Fatah faction. Mr Johnston was abducted on 12 March by the Army of Islam, a shadowy militant group dominated by Gaza's powerful Dugmush clan. moreNBC adds:There was no immediate comment from Johnston’s captors, the Army of Islam.Hamas had demanded Johnston’s freedom since

After nearly four months in captivity, kidnapped by a small militant group in the Gaza Strip known as Army of Islam, BBC journalist Alan Johnston has been released. I think I join the rest of the journalistic community (professional or not) in breathing a sigh of relief. Journalists are unfortunately targets for terrorism and kidnapping throughout the world. It is good to know Johnston is going home safely. The AP has more. Email this post...

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Alan Johnston periodista de la BBC secuestrado en la franja de GazaEl destino del periodista de la BBC Alan Johnston, secuestrado desde hace 100 días en la franja de Gaza, parecía cada vez más incierta este lunes, después de la difusión de un vídeo en el que aparece apesadumbrado y con explosivos atados a su cintura. "Como pueden ver, llevo un cinturón de explosivos, que será activado si hay la menor tentativa de invadir este lugar, dicen los secuestradores", declaró el periodista británico en este vídeo."Dicen que están dispuestos a transformar su escondite en zona de muerte si tratan de liberarme por la fuerza", agregó Alan Johnston en esta grabación de una duración de un minuto y 42 segundos. Alan Johnston Alan Johnston Alan Johnston Alan Johnston video video video video bbc bbc bbc bbc franja de gaza franja de gaza franja de gaza franja de gaza

 A video has been released of the kidnapped BBC reporter Alan Johnston. “The EU has no strategy over how to deal with this new Russia,” while Russia claims that the US is starting an “arms race.” Meanwhile, Western European leaders such as Merkel, Sarkozy, and (soon-to-be Prime Minister?) Gordon Brown seem to be more pro-American than European leaders have been for quite some time. As DNA evidence continues to exonerate wrongly convicted prisoners, what do states owe them? Canadian troops to rotate out of Afghanistan? Conservative Catholics take on Giuliani. And finally… Today in Canadian History: June 1st, 1916… …prohibition began in Manitoba, a step taken by both Alberta and British Columbia shortly thereafter. Eleven June 1sts later, on 6/1/1927, Ontario’s government ended its prohibition, selling liquor to any adult in possession of a two dollar permit. Ontario’s breweries and distilleries had remained open and operating throu

Daniel Johnston has been called many things during his time in the spotlight, some call him crazy, untalented and even worse. Others tag him as the “Indie Brian Wilson” due to his mental issues, but amazing songwriting ability. For those that have seen the documentary on the man, “The Devil And Daniel Johnston” know that simply dismissing Johnston as crazy, is a monumental mistake. Daniel played here in the Cincinnati area this weekend, on Friday night at The Southgate House. The show was part of a big tour for Daniel, who usually does not play much outside of his home state of Texas. The venue filled very quickly and the local openers saw more people in the room to hear them play than some have seen in quite awhile as a result. As the crowd packed in I could already hear people who were appreciative of Daniel and felt they could relate to his struggle. A few people nearby even mentioned they had driven all the way from Florida to attend the show. Danie

poster done by Brian Methe Don’t forget Cincy folks, tonight at The Southgate House in Newport, singer songwriter Daniel Johnston will be performing. This will be my first time catching Daniel live so I’m excited to take in a set from him. Daniel has written so many great songs that have been covered by so many artists that have a deep respect for his music. This was probably best represented on the 2004 double disc, The Late Great Daniel Johnston: Discovered Covered. The album featured a disc of Daniel’s music and another disc of all cover songs. Among those that contributed cover songs were Bright Eyes, TV On The Radio, M. Ward, Beck and The Flaming Lips. So head on over to the Southgate House tonight for what should be a great night of music. Also performing is local singer songwriter Matthew Shelton, I am looking forward to his set as well. Daniel Johnston - To Go Home Daniel Johnston - The Story Of An Artist Wilco - True Love Will Find You In The End(Dan

At the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Thailand last night, a vigil was held for the kidnapped BBC correspondent Alan Johnston. Seven weeks ago he was kidnapped in Gaza City and very little has been heard about him since. Last night in Thailand, Jonathan Head, the BBC’s correspondent for Southeast Asia, led the vigil for his [...]

On 12 March 2007 the BBC’s Gaza correspondent Alan Johnston was abducted. Please sign the petition to encourage those who have Alan to release him.  Click the picture of Alan on the right to go to the petition site.

El reportero de la BBC Alan Johnston fue secuestrado en Gaza hace más de un mes. Desde hoy los blogs de la BBC News incluyen este botón en solidaridad con el periodista desaparecido. Es poco, y quizás en este blog no sirva para nada. Pero a veces la solidaridad no tiene que ver con la utilidad inmediata… Compártelo

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Well, at least that is what is being circulated by leafleys in Gaza. H/T to Gateway Pundit The BBC is deeply concerned by an Gazan Islamist group’s claim to have killed its reporter Alan Johnston - but stresses lack of...

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Imagine my excitement to see that Daniel Johnston is slated to be coming to Cincinnati this spring, only to turn a corner and hear about his recent Nazi loving exploits at his show in Austin during SXSW. Daniel’s mental issues are well documented, mostly by himself, and came to the surface in the documentary, “The Devil And Daniel Johnston”, which is still the best music documentary I have ever seen. But, back to Daniel’s recent antisemitism, here is a quote from IndyWeekBlog that gives a short piece of dialouge from a performance Daniel did last week in Austin. Today at the Convention Center, Austin icon and OG “outsider artist” Daniel Johnston told two jokes before a jam-packed day stage crowd: 1. “I heard they just sentenced a man to the death penalty… for trying to commit suicide.” 2. “I heard the Jews are having a pajama party… at the concentration camp.” Daniel punctuated the last one, which drew a pretty uncomfortable silence, with a Nazi

Cops Lied, Lady Died An informant who narcotics officers say led them to the house where an elderly woman was killed in a drug raid is accusing the officers of asking him to lie about his role, Atlanta police Chief Richard Pennington said Monday. The informant, who has not been identified, complained to department officials that the [...] Tags:

Fanciful, lopsided, charming, and lovable, Patrick Johnston's teapots have little in common with their sensible, symmetrical counterparts. His functional vessels are more than just hot beverage dispensers — each pot is also a storybook character in one of the artist's whimsical tales. "For me, teapots are representative of communication," said Johnston. "You invite someone into your home, serve tea, and talk. My work is all about pure communication, and the stories I write are about freeing yourself from whatever is holding you back"Full article byby Elizabeth Schwyzer

Britain's Got Talent Andrew Johnston Britain's Got Talent is a British television show on ITV (also on TV3 in Ireland). Presented by Ant & Dec, the talent show premiered on 9 June 2007, and was broadcast daily with a live final on 17 June 2007. It is a search for Britain's next best amateur talent act, featuring singers, dancers, comedians, variety acts, and other talents of