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TEL AVIV — The Israel Army is using an advanced U.S.-origin system to train women soldiers in urban warfare. The Army has been training women soldiers to operate the Hummer combat vehicle in urban warfare missions. A military statement said the training has been facilitated by the use of the Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System, or MILES, developed by Lockheed Martin. "The training they provide includes how to drive a Hummer on various surfaces and landscapes, avoiding the enemy line of fire, and operating the Hummer using various systems," the military said. "The IDF's Hummer Operators Unit is the only...

Explanation: Most bright stars in our Milky Way Galaxy reside in a disk. Since our Sun also resides in this disk, these stars appear to us as a diffuse band that circles the sky. The above panorama of a northern band of the Milky Way's disk covers 90 degrees and is a digitally created mosaic of several independent exposures. Scrolling right will display the rest of this spectacular picture. Visible are many bright stars, dark dust lanes, red emission nebulae, blue reflection nebulae, and clusters of stars. In addition to all this matter that we can see, astronomers suspect there...

President Barack Obama sits in the driver's seat of a 2011 Ford Explorer as he tours the Ford Motor Company Chicago Assembly Plant August 5, 2010. U.S. President Barack Obama greets employees as he tours the Ford Motor Company Chicago Assembly Plant August 5, 2010. Obama used the visit to highlight the turnaround in the U.S. motor vehicle manufacturing sector in the past year U.S. President Barack Obama sits takes a look at electric cars as he attends the groundbreaking of a factory for Compact Power Inc. in Holland, Michigan July 15, 2010. The completed factory will employ more than...

President Barack Obama welcomes Elena Kagan to the White House after the Senate approved her nomination to become a Supreme Court Associate Justice in Washington, August 6, 2010.

The other day I needed to go to the emergency room. Not wanting to sit there for 4 hours, I put on my GREEN HAT that I got from Newsmax when I had subscribed to the magazine. When I went into the E.R., I noticed that 3/4 of the people got up and left. I guess they decided that they weren't that sick after all. I cut at least 3 hours off my waiting time. Here's the hat. Try it the next time you're in need of quicker emergency service. What a working desk says about a person's mindWilliam F....

If a planet-destroying asteroid is headed for Earth, scientists now have a much better chance of spotting it. From its perch atop Hawaii’s dormant Haleakala volcano, the PS1 telescope, which boasts the world's largest digital camera, has begun full-time operations, snapping hundreds of high-resolution photos each day as it scans the sky for space rocks and strange stellar phenomena. PS1 is the first of several telescopes planned as part of the Panoramic Survey Telescope & Rapid Response System, or Pan-STARRS. The telescope will map near-Earth asteroids ranging in size from 984 feet (300 meters)—big enough to cause major regional destruction...

Refusing to bow to the pressure of anti-Israel activists, Sir Elton John arrived in Israel on Thursday and performed in front of tens of thousands of Israelis at the Ramat Gan stadium. John's arrival followed weeks of speculation due to several recent cancellations of concerts in Israel by other musical acts including Elvis Costello, the Pixies and Devendra Banhart for politically-related reasons.

HAND HAND FINGERS THUMB AND OBAMA ZOMBIES(Mostly by Dr. Suess - edited by Lucky9teen)   Hand Hand Fingers Thumb Dum ditty dum ditty dum dum dum.   One hand two hands drumming on a drum. Dum ditty dum ditty dum dum dum.   Zombie hears the news. Zombie follows the dumb. Zombie votes in Obama. Zombie beats the drum.     Now...   it's all dark.   Dum dum dum dum.   Obama finds his power.   Obama finds his thumb. Beats a loud dum-ditty on his little drum.   Zombie feels a rumble in his zombie tum. Zombie...

So, let me get this straight... If you are a politician, or in government, then it's ok to:~ not pay taxes~ fly you and/or your family/friends around in private jets, whenever and where ever you want ~ make whatever laws/rules you want~ not follow any already existing rules/laws~ be corrupt in every way possible, and still be The President of The United States of America~ be a radical marxist or socialist and be involved heavily and influential in the White House ~ decide who gets what money (or who gets whose)~ not prove you are a legal citizen to be...

US President Barack Obama speaks at the Presidential Summit on Entrepreneurship at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC. Obama has announced a string of new educational and entrepreneurial exchanges with Muslim nations, in a bid to honor his promise to forge a new beginning with Islam.

Barack Obama was seated next to a little girl on an airplane trip back to Washington. He turned to her and said, “Let’s talk. I’ve heard that flights go quicker if you strike up a conversation with your fellow passenger.” The little girl, who had just opened her book, closed it slowly and said to Obama, “What would you like to talk about?” “Oh, I don’t know,” said Obama. “How about What Changes I Should Make To America?” and he smiles. “OK,” she says. “That could be an interesting topic. But let me ask you a question first. A...

<p>How fitting.......It's POULTRY DAY!!</p> <p>Poultry Day celebrates chicken, turkey and other birds we commonly consume. Chicken and turkey are lower in fats, and cholesterol than other meats, making it better for your health. They also give you your breakfast eggs.</p>

Fáilte O’BamaIt’s President Barack Obama! And a green toilet plunger! On Saint Patrick’s Day! Obama, a Tea Partier, and an Irishman, are out walking along the beach together one day. They come across a lantern and a Genie pops out of it. "I will give you each one wish, that's three wishes in total", says the Genie. The Irishman says, "I am a fisherman, my Dad's a fisherman, his Dad was a fisherman and my son will be one too. I want all the oceans full of fish for all eternity." So, with a blink of the Genie's eye...

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton stands with Vice President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Monday, Dec. 7, 2009, as Barack Obama met with Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

US President Barack Obama (R) alongside his daughter Malia Obama (R), and National Turkey Federation Chairman Walter Pelletier (2nd L), pet a turkey named Courage during the annual turkey pardoning ceremony for Thanksgiving on the North Portico of the White House in Washington, DC.

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton greets Mrs. Gursharan Kaur during a State Arrival ceremony in the East Room of the White House for the Prime Minister of India, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Washington. U.S. Vice President Joe Biden (C) with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh (L) and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrive at a luncheon at the State Department in Washington November 24, 2009.

First Lady Michelle Obama (R) speaks with Gursharan Kaur, wife of the Prime Minister of India Manmohan Singh, during a welcoming ceremony at the White House in Washington November 24, 2009.

U.S. President Barack Obama (R) watches on as the "Cougar Cannon" robot throws a ball at a student from Oakton High School following Obama's remarks on science, technology, engineering and math education initiatives in the Eisenhower Executive Office building in Washington, November 23, 2009. U.S. President Barack Obama speaks about initiatives to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics education while in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex in Washington, November 23, 2009

National Boob Belt DayMichelle Obama First Presidential Wife to be a Hit on Reality TV Series.    

U.S. first lady Michelle Obama speaks during an afternoon tea in the East Room of the White House held to celebrate women in the military in Washington November 18, 2009. First lady Michelle Obama laughs during a meeting with school personnel at Hollin Meadows Science and Math Focus School in Alexandria, Virginia November 18, 2009. She visited the school to highlight the USDAO's Healthier U.S. Schools Challenge focusing on three core principles: nutritious meals, nutrition education, and physical education.

Obama's economy is so bad that I got a pre-declined credit card in the mail. Obama's economy is so bad McDonalds is selling the 1/4 ouncer. It's so bad, I ordered a burger at McDonalds and the kid behind the counter asked, "Can you afford fries with that?" Obama's economy is so bad parents in Beverly Hills fired their nannies and learned their children's names. Obama's economy is so bad a truckload of Americans was caught sneaking into Mexico. Obama's economy is so bad that CEO's are now playing miniature golf. Obama's economy is so bad Dick Cheney took...

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of Calif. talks with Vice President Joe Biden on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009, prior to German Chancellor Angela Merkel's address to a joint session of Congress

U.S. President Barack Obama (L) sits next to U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan as they visit the Wright Middle School in Madison, Wisconsin, November 4, 2009. A student with an "Obama" haircut at Wright Middle School in Madison, Wisconsin, listens to U.S. President Barack Obama speak as he visits the area, November 4, 2009.

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton (L) holds an Albanian traditional hat called Plis alongside Kosovo President Fatmir Sejdiu during his visit to Pristina, November 1, 2009. Clinton is in Kosovo where he unveiled his statue in Clinton's Boulevard. Former US president Bill Clinton addresses thousands of ethnic Albanians in Pristina, Kosovo, on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009. Thousands of ethnic Albanians braved low temperatures and a cold wind in Kosovo's capital Pristina to welcome former President Bill Clinton on Sunday as he attended the unveiling of an 11-foot (3.5-meter) statue of himself on a key boulevard that also bears his name....

U.S. first lady Michelle Obama speaks during a leadership and mentoring initiative at the White House in Washington November 2, 2009. The initiative will provide a group of local high school students an opportunity to participate in educational, career development, life-skills, and mentoring activities with senior women from the East and West Wings of the White House.

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg exits a voting booth in New York November 3, 2009. Mayor Bloomberg appeared headed to victory over Democrat Bill Thompson after engineering a rules change to allow him to run for a third term and spending millions of his own money on his campaign. As of last month, the billionaire mayor had spent $85 million to Thompson's $6 million.

First lady Michelle Obama harvests vegetables from the garden with children from Washington's Bancroft and Kimball Elementary schools, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington.

President Barack Obama, accompanied by Hindu Priest Sri Narayanachar Digalakote, uses a candle to light an oil lamp in observation of Diwali, or the 'Festival of Lights,' a holiday celebrated across faiths in India, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, in the East Room of the White House in Washington. U.S. President Barack Obama smiles after signing an Executive Order restoring the White House Advisory Commission and Interagency Working Group, and observing Diwali in the East Room of the White House in Washington, October 14, 2009.

There........I fixed it for ya.... Sure beats that little donut that comes with the car... Ain't getting in there...nope No wonder electricians get paid so much... I'd like to hear their excuse after the cops pull them over... Hey, if it works... Who does this and thinks it's safe? Again, who does this and thinks it's safe? Ooh, Pretty no comment Care for a ride? So....there's more than one use for those containers, eh? What a great way to recycle baby bottles. Smoke em if ya got em... Nice porch. While grounded in concern, I feel your criticism is insulated...

Our President, Mr. Obama, Governs with cool, never drama. His sweet words can thrill, But his policies kill. Fine language won’t hide bloody trauma. NATIONAL COMIC BOOK DAY There once was a guy named Barack Who loved to hear himself talk He bought all the banks Then wanted our thanks Though he put all our children in hock A mandate the Dems thought he’d get More liberal than center, you bet But we never knew How badly He’d do While piling up trillions in debt Our president knows how to parse Golden words into nebulous farce But he makes the...

President Barack Obama talks with host David Letterman during a break at a taping of CBS The Late Show with David Letterman at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York, Monday, Sept. 21, 2009.

Former President Jimmy Carter smiles during his 28th annual town hall meeting at Emory University in Atlanta, Wednesday, September 16, 2009. Carter answered questions from Emory students on the topics of President Barack Obama, healthcare reform and the middle east Former US president Jimmy Carter stands in front of the controversial Israeli separation barrier during a visit to the West Bank village of Bilin in August. Carter said Sunday Palestinian leaders were "seriously considering" a one-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, following a visit to the Middle East.

National DayA cheeseburger walks into a bar, and says 'Hey bartender give me a beer'.The bartender says - 'I'm sorry we don't serve food here'. Are hamburgers male? Yes, because they re boygers, not girlgers! Can a hamburger marry a hot dog? Only if they have a very frank relationship! Can you name two burgers who are royalty? Sir Loin and Burger King! How do gossipy hamburgers spend their time? They chew the fat. How do we know hamburgers have high IQ s? They loin fast! How do you insult a hamburger patty? Call it a meatball! How do...

Well, since we're heading into a 3 day weekend (for most), I thought I'd give you options for fun.... Sept 3rd is Skyscraper Day Sept 4th is Newspaper Carrier Day"I want my $2 dollars!! Sept 5 is Be Late for Something Day Or Cheese Pizza Day Sept 6th is Fight Procrastination Day Or Read a Book Day And of course, Sept 7th is Labor Day ENJOY!!!!

Health and Human Services Department Secretary Kathleen Sebelius (R) speaks to members of the news media as Sesame Street character Elmo stands besides her in Washington, DC in May 2009. As US kids go back to school facing a likely resurgence of (A)H1N1 flu, the US government Tuesday enlisted Sesame Street muppets Elmo and Gordon in a new health campaign.

In honor of the late Ted Kennedy, I dedicate today's silliness to him. While many applaud his life, a look at Ted Kennedy quotes from his past show his progressive stance, humor, and pretty much no fear of repercussions. **If it were a matter of mere political disagreement, we would join the calls to strike a conciliatory tone and mourn the death of Sen. Edward Kennedy. But we do a disservice to him and the country to call him anything but what he was. Ted Kennedy was not a good man and we mourn the damage (or worse) he did...

A WESH 2 News crew came under attack on Monday while investigating a story about two teenagers who were reportedly working at a strip club in Brevard County.The Playmates Nightclub in Cocoa remains under investigation for allegedly having a 15-year-old and 17-year-old working there in skimpy attire. The reporter and photographer were looking for one of the teenagers but encountered a furious grandmother instead. A videotape recorded during the incident showed the grandmother charging the photographer with a garden hoe. One swing landed squarely on the camera.

Apparently there have been some 'Snake-Oil' salespersons selling Jesus as a cure-all. For instance I am acquainted with two individuals who profess to be Christians. One is a confessed thief and the other a habitual liar (people pleaser). These two expect God to 'fix' them. So if God chose to take on that responsibility then the next morning the thief wakes and reaches up to scratch his nose only to discover his hands are missing and the liar is unable to speak as his tongue is missing. I don't know anything but I'm pretty sure we're still responsible for our...

Vice President Joe Biden, right, talks with Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, left, during a meeting between President Barack Obama and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009. Standing behind, at center, is National Economic Council Director Lawrence Summers.

U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., center right, speaks to people as he leaves a senior center in Dartmouth, Mass. Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009 where he discussed health care reform and financial issues at a town hall-style meeting.

Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Netroots Nation Convention at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pa., Thursday Aug. 13, 2009. Clinton says Republicans have turned to terrifying people in the debate over overhauling the health care system because the Republican Party has no political clout to fight it. Former U.S. President Bill Clinton is greeted by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) and holds up a cooking fuel made from recycled paper and sawdust in Haiti during the National Clean Energy Summit 2.0 at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, in Las Vegas, Nevada August 10, 2009....

U.S. President Barack Obama shakes hands with VFW National Commander Glen M. Gardner Jr. before he addresses 110th annual VFW National Convention in Phoenix, August 17, 2009. Former Arizona Gov. Rose Mofford meets with President Barack Obama talks before the president boarded Air Force One in Phoenix, Monday, Aug. 17, 2009.

DRUMMOND, Wis. (AP) — An Austrian woman on vacation in Wisconsin is getting rabies shots after she said she was bitten several times by at least two otters while swimming in a lake. Brigitte France, 51, told the Duluth News Tribune that she was swimming on Lake Owen near Drummond, Wis., last Wednesday when she heard something hissing behind her. She spotted an otter. ``I thought it was really cool,'' she said. ``I'd never seen an otter before. Then, all of a sudden, there were three of them.''

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President Barack Obama, right, gestures as he stands next to Mexico's President Felipe Calderon during a joint press conference with Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper, not shown, in Guadalajara, Mexico, Monday Aug. 10, 2009. President Obama huddled Monday with Calderon, and Harper, for a North American summit, where the swine flu epidemic and knotty disputes over cross-border trade dominated a lengthy agenda President Barack Obama, right, and Mexico's President Felipe Calderon talk during a photo session in Guadalajara, Mexico, Monday Aug. 10, 2009.

A YOUNG mum told yesterday how she is too frightened to go in her garden - after she was attacked by a "killer" Siberian chipmunk. Roxanne Whelan spotted two of the snappy critters when she popped out of her house for a ciggie. One ran towards her and hopped on a sofa she keeps in the garden, a couple of feet away from her. Roxanne, 20, said: "It was staring right at me and wasn't frightened of me at all. The next thing I knew it was jumping straight towards me and went on the attack. "I thought it was...

President Barack Obama, with his wife Michelle Obama, speaks during a reception for ambassadors in the Grand Foyer at The White House in Washington, Monday, July 27, 2009.

U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (L) and Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD) listen to cancer survivor Molly Secours as she speaks during a news conference on America

WASHINGTON, July 21 (UPI) -- U.S. President Barack Obama welcomed Alison Krauss, Union Station, Brad Paisley and Charley Pride to the White House Tuesday for a night of country music. The event marked the second in a series created to celebrate "the music that's contributed to the life of this nation and chronicled the history of our people," Obama noted. "We began this tradition last month with an evening of jazz. And tonight, we celebrate another uniquely American art form: country music," he added. The commander in chief thanked Krauss and Paisley for participating earlier in the day in a...