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Olympians celebrate 100 days until Vancouver

A very confident adolescent boy stopped skating around the Rockefeller Center rink to ask Gretchen Bleiler something.

Close race to host 2016 Olympics nears finish

Close your eyes and imagine the possible scenarios in 2016.

Emmy Countdown: Stars grab swag, jewelry; have tea

The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards are Sunday and Hollywood is awash in swag and early celebrations. Here's a look at what's going on around Tinseltown:

Emmy Countdown: Rehearsal stand-ins play the stars

A look at the hours leading up to Sunday's 61st Primetime Emmy Awards:

With 3 years to go, London Olympics still on track

This Olympic training went so well that the two star British athletes broke out in smiles.

Entertainers ready Jackson tributes for BET Awards

The Shrine Auditorium became an entertainment epicenter Saturday, as performers and organizers prepared for the Sunday's BET Awards show that's being retooled as a tribute to Michael Jackson.

Sochi Olympic construction begins as clock ticks

A dumptruck decorated with a Russian flag rattles down a dirt track on a massive fenced-in field, kicking up a plume of dust.

Huge computer worm Conficker stirring to life

The dreaded Conficker computer worm is stirring. Security experts say the worm's authors appear to be trying to build a big moneymaker, but not a cyber weapon of mass destruction as many people feared.

Conficker worm reaches go time, to no effect

The Conficker Internet worm's feared April Fools' Day throwdown for control of millions of infected PCs stirred lots of panic but came and went with a whimper.

T-minus one month: Tax tips you need now

We're at T-minus one month and counting until taxes are due. So far the government says more of you are doing your own taxes, and getting bigger refunds this year than last.

Oscar Countdown: The bleachers have a VIP, too

It takes persistence and a bit of luck to get to sit in the bleachers for the red carpet star-watching party on Oscar Sunday. One fan's dedication has made her a VIP in her own right.

Celizic: Got the blues? Spring training is almost here

It’s Monday. Do you know where your pitchers and catchers are?

It's Emmy eve, party time!

Sure, Sunday night's 60th Annual Emmy Awards show is the big event in Hollywood this weekend, but the Emmy eve parties are pretty swell too. An about-town sampling:

Emmy nominees pause to party before big night

The 60th Primetime Emmy Awards happen Sunday night, but the Hollywood action is already in full swing. Some run-up highlights:

Beijing quiet before opening ceremony

After seven years of buildup and billions of dollars in preparations, world leaders and China's elite gathered Friday for the most lavish opening ceremony in Olympic history. But Beijing residents without a ticket were asked to stay home.

No summer break for McCain, Obama

While many people will work on their tans this summer, or on summer reading lists or on not working too hard, two exceptions — John McCain and Barack Obama — and their underlings will be working.

Hollywood Abuzz With Oscar Preparations

LOS ANGELES — Lining up for bleacher bling. Staying dry. Searching for Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. Finding Regis Philbin. And who was that mysterious man in the tux? The city was abuzz with all things Oscar as celebrities and their fans flocked from around the world for Sunday's Academy Awards ...

Hollywood Abuzz With Oscar Preparations

LOS ANGELES — Lining up for bleacher bling. Searching for Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. Finding Regis Philbin. And who was that mysterious man in the tux? The city was abuzz with all things Oscar as celebrities and their fans flocked from around the world for Sunday's Academy Awards ...

Bring in Oscar! 80th Ceremony Tonight

Jewels and parties. Stars and stand-ins. Rehearsals and news conferences. So much swag even Hollywood canines could rack up free goodies. The city is abuzz with all things Oscar as celebrities flock from all over the world for Sunday's Academy Awards...

Bush Countdown Spawns Merchandise

"Bush's Last Day" digital keychains count down the time until noon on Jan. 20, 2009. "Final Countdown" hot sauce features a cartoonish portrait of the outgoing president. "Bush Biskits" dog treats are marketed with an impolite "crunch crunch, he's gone."

Candidates Urge Voter Turnout in Iowa

Uplifting appeals largely replaced stinging insults Tuesday as Democratic and Republican candidates did the only thing left to do in Iowa races that are too close to call — encourage supporters to vote for them. "The polls look good, but understand this — the polls are not enough. The only thing that counts is whether or not you show up to caucus," Democrat Barack Obama told a fired-up crowd of young and old packed into a high school gymnasium.

Poll: Obama, Huckabee Leading Rivals

Presidential contenders rang in the 2008 election year with near-constant campaigning on Monday as a poll showed Democrat Barack Obama and Republican Mike Huckabee leading their rivals with three days remaining before the Iowa caucuses.

McCain, Huckabee Assail Romney

Mike Huckabee says John McCain is a hero. McCain says Huckabee is a good man. And they both seem to agree on this: Mitt Romney is neither.

The Next 100 Days on the Campaign Trail

The next 100 days on the presidential campaign trail promise a whirlwind of back-to-back debates, numerous appearances around the country — and, oh yes, primaries and caucuses slated to begin Jan. 3 in Iowa.

Seeking to Save Shelter Dogs From Death

Sweet William, a young black Labrador retriever in Illinois, has two days to live.

The Vine
Markos and Keith on the right's incoherent reaction to Obama speech (Video)
Source: Daily Kos

Markos joins Keith Olbermann on Countdown to discuss the pretzel logic wingnuts like Karl Rove are using to attack President Obama over his Afghanistan speech: ============== NewsVine CoH No personal Attacks ==============

The 25 Best American Breweries of the Decade (2000-2009)
Source: pastemagazine.com

Paste continues its "Best of the Decade" series with something they know nothing about: beer. Cheers!

Turn Off Fox?
Source: Examiner

Fox is a cancer on the body politic of America. So what to do about it? Try to get it heaved off the airwaves and the First Amendment be damned? Mock it into irrelevance? Treat it like a real news provider and hope it somehow changes into one?

Is Eric Holder about to appoint a Special Prosecutor to investigate claims of CIA torture?
Source: Harper's Magazine

I discussed the latest reports about the pending appointment of a torture special prosecutor with Keith Olbermann. Here's the video:

Birthers Countdown Last 15 Minutes
Source: msnbc.com

The birther movement has continue to get more publicity for their crazy statements. Keith Olbermann make fun of Orly Taitz about what she said about the fake Kenyan Birth Certificate.

Town Hall - False Informations and Fake Emotions
Source: msnbc.com

Town halls are happening all around the United States spreading information dealing with our health-care. All we hear about these town halls is the nuts who show up and protest at these meetings.

Keith Olbermann Exposes Congress Special Donations
Source: msnbc.com

Keith Olbermann exposes both sides of Congress and Senate as over-priced prostitute. They take money from health-care as donation but that is just another name for a bribe.

Howard Dean Hosts "Countdown"

Yes, you read that correctly. For those of you who may have missed it, Governor Howard Dean, the former Presidential candidate, was the host (not a guest, but the host) of "Countdown with Keith Olbermann," while Olbermann is on a vacation from the show.

Blogger Shannyn Moore in Palin's Cross Hairs
Source: The Huffington Post

There is an old expression which says, "In a crisis, do nothing." Wise words indeed, which means that soon-to-be-ex-governor Sarah Palin no doubt would never heed them. She's sort of adopted another philosophy.

Keith Olbermann's "Worst Person In The World" Is MO State Rep. Davis for Touting the Virtues of Child Hunger
Source: politicususa.com

In her June newsletter to constituents, Missouri State Representative Cynthia Davis extolled the virtues of childhood hunger. Davis said, "Hunger can be a positive motivator."Tonight on MSNBC's Countdown host Keith Olbermann hammered Davis' lack of compassion.

Bush the Bookworm? WTF?
Source: msnbc.com

Keith Olberman talked on Countdown tonight about Bush's reading competition with Carl Rove. As always Olberman is funny and points out some scary info about how reportedly Bush read more than a book a week during the last 3 years of his presidency!

Countdown's WTF Moment: The Negative Effects for Texas of Secession (Video)
Source: The Huffington Post

In tonight's installment of Countdown's "WTF Moment," Olbermann takes a realistic look at what would happen if Texas actually followed through on Governor Rick Perry's threat to secede if the federal government doesn't leave Texas alone.

Keith Olbermann - Tea Party Pooper

I actually enjoyed Keith Olbermann during his days on ESPN. After his departure from ESPN, he obviously took a major "left" turn and in so doing joined the rest of MSNBC in their race to the bottom of the cable news ratings pool.

Countdown: Special Comment on the Bank Bailouts and Corporate Greed-Enough!
Source: Crooks and Liars

Olbermann: To all of you in the Corporate boardrooms.

Countdown with Keith Olbermann brought to you by... FOX NEWS???

All is not right with the world. Or maybe its a true sign of our times, that money is tight and you take it wherever you can get it. Then again, I may just be going crazy and just imagined the whole damn thing.

Keith Olbermann: "Flatly, It May Be Time For Mr Cheney To Leave This Country"
Source: Raw Story

To MSNBC's Keith Olbermann, the former vice president just needs to go away.

Former NSA Analyst: NSA 'Monitored All Communications' Of Americans, Targeted Journalists»
Source: Think Progress

Last night on MSNBC's "Countdown with Keith Olbermann," former analyst for the National Security Agency Russell Tice revealed that the NSA had collected "monitored all communications" of Americans and specifically targeted journalists.

Countdown video : Olbermann: Bush guilty of torture
Source: msnbc.com

Keith Olbermann, in a message for President-Elect Obama, makes the case for why Bush must be prosecuted for his administration's use of torture.

Keith Olbermann's Porn Segment

Keith Olbermann's interview with a Village Voice columnist about Larry Flint's proposal for a congressional bailout of the porn industry is probably going to generate a lot of complaints to MSNBC. It should.

Countdown at Marina Bay to reflect uncertain economic times
Source: Channel NewsAsia Singapore

Expect chaotic music and brilliant fireworks to usher in the New Year at the countdown party at Marina Bay on Wednesday, with celebrations choreographed to match the current uncertain economic times.

Countdown: Thom Hartmann - 'GOP Trying to Get Rid of Labor'
Source: Democratic Underground Latest Breaking News

MSNBC Countdown w/ DAVID SHUSTER - Dec. 12, 2008: Air America's Thom Hartmann interviewed. "The Republican Party's union-busting hard-on is exposed. Again. The Republican Party is trying desperately to do to the UAW what they did to PATCO.

Tips for Visiting New York City on New Year's Eve
Source: Traveling Mamas

Watching the New Year's Eve countdown and watching the ball drop on TV is one thing, but to be in Times Square and see it live is pretty unforgettable. Here are some facts, and tips for managing the crowds in NYC for New Year's Eve.

Keith Olbermann's Special Comment: The Bush Legacy
Source: YouTube

Keith debunks the talking points memo put out by the Bush administration trying to rewrite his legacy.

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