Out of Context Archive: December 2008
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Montag's mom gives Heidi's marriage 6 months
The mother of "The Hills" star Heidi Montag gives her daughter's "marriage" to co-star Spencer Pratt about six months. Gee, thanks, Mom. It's not like it's a "real" marriage anyway. Published December 3 2008
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Palin smiles at Biden quip
Sarah Palin says Joe Biden is a witty guy. That's the truth. Just ask him about Rudy Giuliani. Published December 3 2008
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Chambliss credits Palin with victory
Sen. Saxby Chambliss says Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's campaigning for him made the difference in his successful re-election bid. It's all about name recognition, Saxby. You gotta find a name people will remember. Published December 3 2008
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Cher to record album of '60s hits
Cher is planning to record a new album of old songs. Hey, didn't she retire? Twice? Published December 3 2008
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Oprah to broadcast from D.C. for inauguration
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey is bringing her show to Washington to celebrate Barack Obama's inauguration. She's so awesome. I hope she gives away cars when she's here. I hope I'm in the audience. Published December 3 2008
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Scientists find ancient stash of pot
About 2,700 years ago a shaman was buried with 2 pounds of marijuana in the Gobi Desert, scientists say. What a way to go, man. What a way to go. Published December 3 2008
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Fashion designers size up D.C.
The designers behind the label Badgley Mischka showed off their wares and had some choice words for D.C. fashion plates. Published December 3 2008
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Daily News 'steals' Empire State Building
The New York Daily News says it took only 90 minutes to "steal" the Empire State Building. Yeah, but now how are they going to sell it? There aren't many fences out there who will take on a stolen landmark. Published December 3 2008
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Women note bias in campaigns
American women say Hillary Clinton and Sarah Palin received more negative coverage during the campaign than their male counterparts. And they received more criticism about their hair and clothes — mostly from other women. Go figure. Published December 3 2008
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Moms ditch lullabies for pop ballads
Modern moms prefer today's hit songs to yesterday's classic lullabies to put their babes to bed. A few years from Guns N' Roses' "Sweet Child O' Mine" will be the lullaby of a generation. Watch those high notes! Published December 3 2008
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Gary Coleman guilty of disorderly conduct
Gary Coleman, who played Arnold Jackson in "Diff'rent Strokes" in the '70s and '80s, pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct involving a parking lot fracas with a fan. What you talkin' 'bout, Willis? Published December 3 2008
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Franken gains slightly on Coleman in Minn. Senate race
Satirist Al Franken slightly cut Sen. Norm Coleman's lead in the recount of millions of ballots in Minnesota. Right about now those Minnesotans are wishing they had an abacus. Published December 3 2008
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Journalists are celebrities, too
Newsmen are a major part of America's celebrity culture, in which you can be famous for being famous. Now THAT'S news. Published December 3 2008
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Obama picks Richardson for Commerce
President-elect Barack Obama has chosen Bill Richardson to be commerce secretary. I hear there's a lot of money in that job, but I could be mistaken. Published December 3 2008
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Harvard loses $8 billion in endowment funds
The iviest of the Ivy League, Harvard University has lost $8 billion in its endowment over the last quarter. Don't worry, Harvard. You've still got a good brand name. You'll bounce back. Published December 3 2008
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Hospital failed to report Plaxico's shooting
A New York hospital faces scrutiny after treating Plaxico Burress' gunshot wound without reporting it to police. Hospital officials say, "At least we didn't mess up the medical part." Published December 2 2008
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Madonna, A-Rod go apartment shopping
Soon-to-be-divorced Madonna and Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees are looking for a place together. If it seems a little fast for Madonna, remember that her biological clock is ticking. Published December 2 2008
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Obama camp denies 'ring' story
The president-elect's staff knocks down a report that he would buy his wife a $30,000 ring to say "thanks for your support." Sorry, Michelle. Published December 2 2008
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Chambliss wins Georgia runoff election
Saxby Chambliss won his re-election bid in Georgia's runoff election. So the coolest name in the Senate will remain there another six years. Published December 2 2008
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Chambliss takes early lead in runoff
Georgia's runoff election for a U.S. Senate seat is drawing attention around the country. Too bad nobody is really running — off. Published December 2 2008
