Osama bid Laden...trojan attack on my laptop? Image of terrorist spashes across screen! Help!

Image of Osama bin Laden splashes across my laptop at start-up!



There has been a shocking disturbing turn of events in the tawdry Osama tale that I am inclined to share with my Tattler readers at this grim hour.

I am under attack by terrorists, or so it would appear, for reporting on the ongoing Osama bin Laden saga as it has been unfolding in the glare of the International spotlight on news wires around the globe in recent days.

Around noon today, I posted an update on the specifics of the clandestine attack on the known terrorist, which resulted in his subsequent capture and death at a compound just outside the Capitol in Pakistan.

In that post, I noted that Osama bin Laden was apparently not armed, as originally alleged by Officials at the White House, and that children were in the bedroom when the stealth attack was underway without the knowledge of the military powers-that-be in that terrorist-plagued country.


Post:  05/03/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/osama-bin-ladenwhite-house-fesses-up.html

I was reporting from the Crystal Casino Hotel in Compton, where I was taking a respite from it all, for a couple of days.

After publishing the article on the White House press conference - that was held earlier today to address niggling concerns of the press, I packed up my laptop and headed back to downtown Los Angeles.

Since I usually receive numerous comments on my site, that need editorial approval before they are published on the Tattler, I popped into Starbucks on 7th Street to review my yahoo mailbox for messages to post.

When the IBM Thinkpad sprang to life, the above-captioned photo of Osama flooded the entire screen of my laptop, without warning!

At first, I thought it was a computer glitch, that occurred when the laptop was shut-down just a scant couple of hours ago.

Not!

I have rebooted the computer several times, but on each occasion, the image of bin Laden continues to loom large on my screen at start up and stare me in the face!

Is he sending me a message from beyond?

I turned to a customer at Starbucks and informed her of the dilemma I was encountering.

"Oh, my God. Every time you turn on your computer, you will be confronted with Osama bin Laden's photographic image!"

Eerie!

In retrospect, and after a bit of reflection, it awned on me that perhaps when I clicked on a "comment' link left on the site at the bottom of a post, that a Trojan intruder was triggered with instructions to infect my computer screen with the image of the former Al Qaeda leader.

Curiously, when I was strolling down the street on my way to Starbucks, a thought crossed my mind that I might be a  target for terrorists in view of my detailed news reports on the death of Osama, terrorist activity, and the current threat to Americans here and abroad.

How strange!

It appears that my psychic intuition (feeling) was correct.

At this juncture, I have tried to remove the image, but with little success!

Although my computer appears to be functioning normally - I can still pen posts and publish them (I think! I haven't tried yet) - I am unable to free myself of Osama bin Laden's face every time I start up the IBM computer.

So, now I am reaching out to my readers.

Help!

Any suggestions?

Right now, I am scanning with an anti-virus software program to see if I can uncover any clues or hidden files (at least) that need deleting.

News at 11!

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Osama bin Laden...White House fesses up that terrorist was not armed! Children were in room when attack went down!

On the heels of accusations that all the true facts surrounding the death of known terrorist - Osama bin Laden - have not been forthcoming, a White House Official appeared at a press conference just moments ago in a deceitful sly effort to put the issues to rest.


In one startling revelation, President Obama's spokesperson acknowledged that - contrary to prior reports out of the White House - Osama bin Laden was not armed when he was shot in the head!

"He appeared to be reaching for a gun," he noted nervously, as he faced a vigilant probing press corp.

In addition, it was also noted for the record, that the woman - allegedly used as a shield - was not one of Osama bin Laden's wives.

More shocking, perhaps, was the disclosure that she was not allegedly used for the purposes originally stated by the Government.

Now, for the first time, the White House mouthpiece also fessed up that there were children in the bedroom when the clandestine full frontal attack on Osama bin Laden was launched on the compound.

Was that why Mrs. Clinton covered her mouth in shock as she watched real-time footage of the raid in the situation room alongside the President?

No wonder, handlers refused to confirm for the record, the precise nature of the footage that was being scrutinized when the infamous photo of the key players - President Barack Obama and Mrs. Clinton, for starters - was snapped by a White House photographer for future posterity.

Curiously, we learned for the first time, that there were also no armed guards on the premises!

When one reporter asked if enhanced interrogations of one witness in particular, ferreted out the precise information needed to get a scope on the wanted fugitive, the spokesman asserted that the insinuation was"strange incredulity".

Then, he proceeded to assert that it was a wealth of surveillance and intelligence data gathered over the years by dozens of agents and intelligence experts, that led to the capture and murder of Osama bin Laden over the weekend.

Some members of the press in attendance expressed their indignation that President Barack Obama's representative was seeking to downplay the role that others played in respect to the interrogation of one lone courier which they feel contributed to the end scenario.

In sum?

It appeared that the aid was seeking to negate any contributions that the George Bush administration contributed to the events that unfolded in recent days and subsequently led to the terrorist's demise.

"Just give credit where it is due," one reporter angrily retorted, in so many words.

Ah, the plot thickens!

News at 11!

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Dave Letterman...last words of Osama bin Laden! Brian Williams & a bit of levity welcome!



On the heels of a slew of screaming headlines - and a barrage of exclusive minute-by-minute alerts spewing out all the titillating details of the Osama bin Laden stealth shake-down which resulted in his death yesterday - the late-night talk show circuit has responded to the call.


Yup!

Just maybe, a bit of levity is what a healing Nation needs right now to lighten up!

Trust Dave Letterman to dive it and take a shot.

Tonight - with Brian Williams standing in the wings - the toothy stand-up comic offered up a hilarious top ten list which speculated on what Osama bin Laden's last words were before he bit the bullet big time.

There were quite a few zingers in the batch of quips which brought the house down
My faves?

*My horoscope says big surprises are in store

*See, this is why I normally don't answer the door

*The one time I give my bodyguards a day off to go to the zoo

*I hear Williams is on Dave Letterman to discuss my imminent demise

*I'm not sure I want to live in a world where Fast Five is the #1 movie

*I need a house full of Navy Seals like I need a hole in the head

*Oh, crap
I was delighted when the quip about the news anchor's slated appearance on Dave Letterman tonight fell on my ears.
After all, I alerted my readers to that fact earlier this morning!
I LOL!

Does Dave peruse the Tattler?

Things got a little ugly when Mr. Williams alighted in the hot seat, though.

With a bit of ceremonious flare, the witty newsie rustled up front page headlines from two prominent U.S. dailies published today, which underscored that the fugitive terrorist was the scorn of the country still in the wake of his sad demise..

Obviously, in view of the screaming captions which read as follows
"Got Him."
"Rot in Hell."

The latter was one I featured in a post today at the Tattler

Was that the reason why my "hits" soared into the stratosphere over the past twenty-four hours

Yes, in addition to being a historical turning-point for America in the war against terrorism, my Osama news coverage catapulted me into the highest ratings bracket ever on the Internet since I first started up my humble blog on a Fox site ("On the Lot") about three years ago.

Once the kidding was aside, Dave probed Brian Williams about his role in the Osama scheme of things, though.

Allegedly, Mr. Williams was perched in his armchair on Sunday eve - like many Americans around the Nation - when he spied a message from a Senior White House Official on his blackberry.

Just as the well-respected newsman was about to respond to the text message, the telephone rang.

At this juncture, a sketchy account of the events unfolding at that hour was relayed to Williams, who immediately dashed upstairs to pack so that he could dart off to the studio to commence with a round of exhausting insightful news reports for his employer at a powerful network.

"My wife actually had the car in the driveway - with the engine running - pointed in the direction of the road to expedite my departure."

"That was the first time she didn't aim it in the direction of the house at you, I bet," Dave kidded.

The audience roared!

The domestic humor sat well with the audience.

By the way, the well-manicured newsman underscored that he was admonished not to tell anyone about the startling news story that was breaking about Osama bin Laden's unexpected demise at a staggering fast-pace.

I expect that with any other individual - loose lips would have sunk ships - in the 11th hour.

In a candid moment, Williams noted that he attended the roast for Donald Trump on the weekend, and that there was not even a hint from President Barack Obama's corner that anything was going down at that hour.

Talk about a poker face!

Sly devil!

When the conversation turned to Osama and revelations about his upscale digs just outside of the capitol of Pakistan (which I reported on earlier today) Williams actually cursed out loud!

"I was pissed," he lamented to all within earshot.
"Folks used to be consoled by the fact - that although Osama bin Laden was not captured - at least he was forced to endure untold humilities - hiding in caves, for instance - to avoid the long arm of the law," he reminded Dave, in so many words.

"But, no, apparently he was camped out in a million-dollar mansion with all the creature comforts," he hissed in disgust.

Did Mr. Williams take the position that the Pakistan Government - and its top-notch (!) security forces - were keenly aware of the fact that Osama bin Laden was in their midst?

Uh-huh!

"Yeah, that was kind of hinky," Dave half-scoffed half-joked in response.

Nope.

The excuses of Pakistan officials didn't pass the smell test, in my estimation.
After noting some of the details - in respect to the specifics of the luxury Century 21 digs (as he put it) - Williams followed up with a sizzling assessment.

"We were built better," he stated matter-of-fact, as he beamed with pride over the outcome.

The studio audience applauded loudly and cheered wildly!

That Williams has a way with words, doesn't he?

"It was a thumb in our eyes for years (elusive Osama) - ever since President Bush vowed to hunt him down and nab him."

Surprisingly, Williams noted for the record, that he once travelled with the Navy Seal 6 team that pulled off the mission without a hitch above-and-beyond the call of duty.

"I was sworn to secrecy when I was hitching a ride to Baghdad.a few years ago."

The popular highly-rated anchorman characterized the real-time coverage of the ambush - watched closely by the awestruck President and solemn Mrs. Clinton - as "harrowing television".

Obviously, from the expressions on their faces, revealed on CNN news clips broadcast tonight world-wide.

Williams applauded President Obama for issuing a memo in the recent past, in which he instructed the CIA and the military, to give Osama bin Laden's capture a top priority.
Today, Barack Obama must have been strutting around the hill, with a big swinging dick hanging between his legs, eh?

Power is the most potent aphrodisiac.

When the topic turned to the specifics of the President's order, Williams begged off.
He confessed that he was not privy to the contents of the directive - and, in particular - was not aware of the details (whether or not the hush-hush document stipulated to capture or to kill bin Laden on sight, for instance).

However, he asserted that Osama bin Laden's "alleged" corpse (my words, not his) was treated with the utmost of respect..
The standard was high. The body was washed and wrapped in white linen. And, there was a member of the clergy present to officiate at the unceremonious dump into the sea.

But, Letterman's jokes about Osama being on the way to hell right about now, signalled that the sometimes goofy talk-show host was ignorant of at least one reality.

While some folks may think that a burial at sea - in this instant case was the best end scenario - I am reminded of an old Buddhist teaching about our existence on this mortal coil.
According to the great Masters - Buddha, for instance - in the end we are all just drops in the ocean in a spiritual sense!

Has the Government unwittingly immortalized the terrorist by casting him into the sea where he may become "one" with God?

In the aftermath, Williams speculated that branches of al qaeda still remain, to rise up and plague Americans in the future perhaps.

"Everything is in play," he summed up to a hushed audience.

On a humorous note, Dave congratulated Williams on his new toupee.

"Oh, it''s great. I swim in it. And, it is so lifelike, isn't it?"

Underneath surface appearances
Balding Dave was green with envy, just betcha.
He should invite Pop Diva Elton John on one night - to engage in a demonstration for his male audience - on the merits hair plugs.

Sir Elton may be able to coax Prince William along - which would be a ratings bonanza for Davey, no doubt!

Provided the segment did not broadcast on the night of a world series match!

News at 11!

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Dave & Brian take potshots at terrorist corpse!

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Osama bin Laden...uncanny coincidences intrigue! 911 and Hitler parallels!



Over the weekend, it did not escape the attention of Americans hungrily gobbling up news reports in the wake of Osama bin Laden's death, that there were uncanny parallels unfolding that signalled that something profound and mystical was in play.

For example, at a sports arena yesterday evening on the East coast of the Unite States, the astounding news alerts regarding the terrorist's death at the hands of U.S. Navy 6 seals on a clandestine military mission, were revealed in the 9th inning when the two teams were tied with a score of 1 to 1.

Immediately, an eerie feeling swept over the stunned fans.

911!

Curiously, Obama bin Laden was also shot and killed on the eve of the anniversary of another infamous tyrant's death.

Adolf Hitler!

Curiously, Hitler managed to snuff out his diabolical life by his own hand to avoid capture.

In a striking irony, Osama bin Laden was known to have lamented to his enemies world-wide, that he would kill himself, in the event he was about to be apprehended.

Unfortunately for the Al Qaeda leader, he was felled before he could commit suicide.

Now, word comes out of the editorial offices of TIME Magazine, that the cover of the prestigious news publication will feature a similarly-styled cover page that was used to announce the death of Hitler over sixty years ago!

Understandably, shivers ran up and down my spine, when the reality of it all sunk in.

God moves in mysterious ways!

Amen!

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Symbols of power hinted at by both feared leaders!

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Osama bin Laden...Canadian takes hateful potshot at Americans! On Facebook! News coverage on terrorist excessive?

I luv my homeland Canada!

(but not the anti-American sentiment)

Whew!

Some people are so foolish!

Today, I dropped a "friend" for posting the following comment on a featured news link - on the death of Osama bin Laden - that I published on Facebook.

Hi Julian
Debbie Chambers commented on your link.

Debbie wrote:


"Enough already. Is that all you Americans can talk about is OBL? Every American tv station is talking about it.
THANK GOD IM CANADIAN!!"


See the comment thread
Reply to this email to comment on this link.
Thanks

The Facebook Team

Frankly, I am tired of the anti-American sentiment my fellow Canaidans spew out at my U.S. friends south of the Border at the drop-of-a-hat!

Enough already?

Take a hike, lady!


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Osama a hunted fugitive for the past decade!

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Osama Bin Laden...silence helped nab terrorist! Lack of technology a red flag!

As the top news story of the past decade (the death of terrorist Osama Bin Laden) - unfolds in breathtaking detail around the globe - one niggling fact remains.

It was not good old American know-how (or military mite) necessarily - that felled the notorious terrorist who graced the FBI's "Most Wanted" list for nine years or so - but rather - a smidgen of common sense!

According to sources at the White House, the intelligence community zeroed in on the Al Qaeda upstart leader months ago, because of basic stupidity on the part of one of Osama's couriers.

For example, it is being reported that investigators at the CIA and the JSOC became suspicious when it came to their attention that none of the residents at the highly-secured compound outside of the Capitol of Pakistan were in possession of any common technological devices - such as cell phones, Internet connections, cable hook-ups, and what-have-you - normally utilized by regular citizens in the daily course of their routine.

In a nutshell?

The silence was golden!

A tip-off to agents!

Once that curious observation was made, the authorities proceeded to take a closer look from a secure perch - at which point - they noticed that things didn't sit right with the mysterious tenants who inhabited the compound.

For example, the residents were spied burning their rubbish, instead of casually tossing it out like their neighbours did.

The fact that the suspects were painstakingly destroying their garbage sent up a red flag!

At that juncture, agents determined by way of vigorous 24-hour surveillance, that one floor of the facility was inhabited by a tall man who bore a striking resemblance to Osama Bin Laden.

Osama's height probably did him in, for starters!

Notwithstanding - one has to wonder - did Bin Laden get sloppy on the heels of his falling stature in the eyes of the Muslim world in recent years?

Could be!

Apparently, the al Qaeda leader suffered a noticeable decline in popularity in recent days.

For example, a Pew poll conducted a month ago in six Muslim countries determined that Bin Laden's popularity dropped since a similar survey was conducted back in 2003.

Only 34 percent of Muslims in the Palestinian territories polled expressed confidence in Osama's ability to be an effective representative of their political, social, and religious views.

In contrast, the fugitive soared to world prominence in the Arab world with an approval rating of 72 percent, right after the 911 attack on the Twin Towers in New York a decade ago.

The biggest drops in support were reflected in polls that were taken in Indonesia and Jordan.

However, the al Qaeda leader's popularity remained strong with radical Islamists for one basic reason.

This rag-tag band of hard-nosed Muslims backed and supported Osama for vigilantly warring against the much-hated Western world.

Now that Osama Bin Laden has met his demise, who will the lone wolves turn to now?

News at 11!

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Compound digs where Osama bin Laden was felled by shooter's bullet!

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Osama Bin Laden...Brian Williams to appear on Dave Letterman tonight! News Anchor chats about Al Qaeda terrorist!

TV News Anchorman - Brian Williams - is slated to appear on the Dave Letterman Show this evening to discuss the recent ambush - and subsequent death of - Al Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden.

At this hour, in spite of concerted efforts on the part of the White House to tie up all the loose ends, many U.S. Citizens remain in a quandary about the specifics  of Osama Bin Laden's alleged death over the weekend.

One fly in the ointment?

The Government has failed to produce a corpse!

Hopefully, Mr. Williams will be able to open a meaningful dialogue about this - and many other issues - on the popular late night talk show circuit this evening.

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Dead Terrorist Man-of-the-Hour on Global News Scene!

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Osama Bin Laden...President Obama lucky! Visitor comments ! Burial at sea a hoax!

Until about five o'clock this morning, I followed the astounding events surrounding Osama Bin Laden's death, as they unfolded overseas and splashed over the Internet on these shores in the U.S.

During the course of the evening, quite a few individuals were inclined to post comments on several separate posts at the Tattler, which were summarily published on my site.

The general consensus?

"President Obama was lucky!"

"The burial at sea is a hoax!"

"Osama Bin Laden may turn up the future!"

"Won't believe it until I see the body!"

Here is what"anonymous" visitors posted at the Tattler:

Anonymous said...

Your President Obama has been very lucky, after all his problems he does what couldnt be done in 10 years, killing Osama just before his election.
Remember we got the full media circus on Saddam Hussein's hanging, even the capture caught on film.
And after Osama is killed we immediately fulfilling Osama's last wishes and burring him at sea.
Im not into all that nonsense conspiracy theories that come up when someone famous dies but this one is just too convenient.
Obama cares more of looking good in front of cameras, a true celebrity president.
May 2, 2011 6:49 AM

Anonymous said...

This is a complete hoax used by Obama to try and get the ratings up. Having killed hundreds thousands of innocent civilians in the middle east this is the culmination of everything?
Osama has either died years ago or he just got his passport to live in freedom for the rest of his life. It is one of the fastest burials I have ever heard of. Saddam was exhibited alive and excuted.Osama gone in the night!!
May 2, 2011 4:30 AM

Anonymous said...

i think this is a fake and an effort for Obama to gain back some popularity.
something is not right with this.. buried at sea??
May 2, 2011 7:53 AM

Anonymous said...

It seems clear that the new of Osama's dth is the last lie of this huge fake, what i am wondering is why US goverment came up with it in such a dumb way (..no death evidence so far, body buried in the sea..?¿), i would like to open a new discussion, in order to find out the reasons the new came up now, in these way and why no official or no official media is pointing out all these questions.
Peronally,i do not think that it is a political movement of the republican party, to improve Obama´s popularity, so the new has been rapidly backed by George Bush Junior, I would reckon it is the result of a global conspirancy, and an the last US movement, why now and in such a silly way? maybe to hide temporarily the Libian operation? to justify future "Al qaeda's" attacks and the following "International Comunity military responses"? who knows.....
anyway, i would not think anymore that Obama is someone different, he is an other puppet with a "new" dress..
May 2, 2011 1:01 AM

Anonymous said...

I was in Israel in March '04 when we got word Obama sin laden had been killed along Afghan/Paki border. I think I put more stock in that report ... especially now with this obsurd decision to deep six the forensic evidence.
May 2, 2011 1:01 AM


The comments made be read directly at the following link:

Post: 05/01/2011

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911 terrorist attack attributed to Osama Bin Laden

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Osama Bin Laden...brother cries foul! Laments burial at sea!

 



Contrary to a report from the U.S. Government - that Osama's body was buried at sea in accordance with Muslim tradition after passing to spirit within twenty-four hours - and before sunset - a brother of the Al Qaeda leader lamented to at least one news organization tonight that he would have preferred that the remains were turned over immediately to the terrorist's family.

Curious that, eh?

The issue of treating the body with dignity and respect on the heels of the death is one thing, but does the second excuse hold up water?

A spokesperson at the White House vigorously underscored that the action was also taken to prevent the "burial" place from becoming a shrine.

Say what?

In view of the unfolding events, the excuses of President Obama's staff appears to be not only unfounded - but also highly irregular - if not downright suspicious.

News at 11!

Osama Bin Laden News Reports at the Tattler

Post:  05/01/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/osama-bin-ladendead-news-alert.html

Post:  05/01/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/president-barack-obamaconfirms-osama.html

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http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/president-barack-obamatext-of-white.html

Post: 05/02/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/osama-bin-ladenburied-at-sea-death-hoax.html

Post: 05/02/2011

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Osama Bin Laden's hero burial at sea?

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U.S. State Department...issues terrorist alert! Anti-American threats! STEP program advised!



Shortly after the news leaked that Osama Bin Laden was killed during a stealth attack on his alleged hide-out in an upscale high-security compound in Pakinstan, the State Department issued alerts to U.S. citizens.

Americans have been urged not to travel, if necessary, or - in the alternative - to be especially wary in the wake of the Al Qaeda leader's death.

Officials have reported that cells - or soldiers of terrorism - were instructed tby Osama Bin Laden prior to his death, to retaliate against responsible parties in that event.

Authorites are not prepared to state whether these individuals are "lone wolves" or how great a threat they pose to the security and well-being of Americans on these shores and abroad.

American citizens are, therefore, urged to either refrain from travelling overseas at this time - or, in the alternative - join the STEP program mapped out by the U.S. State Department to avoid potential danger, kidnapping, or bodily harm.

Reasonable, when you consider that, shortly after Osama Bin Laden's death earlier this evening, a handful of individuals were assaulted (pelted with eggs) in a drive-by in the Los Angeles area.

In sum, the U.S. Department of State has determined that there is an enhanced potential for anti-American sentiments,  given the recent counter-terrorism activity in Pakistan.

Given the uncertainty and volatility of the current situation, U.S. citizens in areas where recent events could trigger attacks, are strongly urged to limit their travel outside of their homes and hotels and avoid mass gatherings and demonstrations.

U.S. citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events and be aware of their surroundings at all times.

This Travel Alert expires August 1st, 2011.

U.S. Embassy operations in affected areas will continue to the extent possible under the constraints of any evolving security situation.

U.S. government facilities worldwide remain at a heightened state of alert.

These facilities may temporarily close or periodically suspend public services to assess their security posture.

In those instances, U.S. Embassies and Consulates will make every effort to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens.

U.S. citizens abroad are urged to monitor the local news and maintain contact with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

Because media overage of local events may cause family and friends to become concerned for their loved ones traveling and residing abroad, they are urged to keep in regular contact.

Officials assert that joining the STEP program at the U.S. State Department is the best way to to receive the latest travel updates related to security and safety issues.

U.S. citizens without Internet access may register directly with the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

By enrolling, U.S. citizens make it easier for the U.S. Embassy or Consulate to contact them in case of emergency.

Travel information is also available at:

www.travel.state.gov.

Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling:

1--888-407-4747  (toll-free)
(United States and Canada)

Callers outside the United States and Canada may avail themselves of  a toll line:

1-202-501-4444

INFO

“What the Department of State Can and Can’t Do in a Crisis”

U.S. citizens should consult the "Country Specific" Information pages, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings at the State Department site.

Americans are also urged to be exercise Worldwide Caution.

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U.S. State Department issues world-wide Terrorist Alert!

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Osama Bin Laden...buried at sea! Death a hoax? Conspiracy theories spark controversy!

In the wake of the news that Osama Bin Laden was killed during a JSOC stealth attack on an upscale high-security compound just hours ago a few miles outside of the Capitol of Pakistan - where the terrorist leader was reportedly in-hiding - sources are reporting now that the al qaeda leader's body has been buried at sea!

A mind-boggling end scenario?

Conspiracy theorists are already speculating that there may be a cover-up underfoot by the U.S. Government.

Ooops!

Did the powers-that-be slip up?

Notwithstanding, questions are being raised about the role that the Pakistan military played in the ambush - that resulted in the "alleged" death of the terrorist leader - who was considered to be the mastermind behind the 911 attacks on the celebrated "Twin Towers" in New York City almost a decade ago.

The fact that Osama Bin Laden was moving freely in an upscale neighborhood in Pakistan (undetected?) - over the past few months - has raised quite a few eyebrows (to say the least!).

Needless to say, media outlets are pointing accusing fingers at this hour.

In response, the Pakistan Government has asserted - in no uncertain terms - that they were part of the military action tonight which "allegedly" felled Osama Bin Laden (and one of his sons).

When it comes to the world's most intriguing unsolved mysteries - will Osama Bin Laden be elevated to cult status - to join the ranks of such tragic legendary figures as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, and Marilyn Monroe?

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Tight-lipped President accused of foul play?

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President Barack Obama...text of White House speech! Osama Bin Laden dies in stealth attack!

 

President Barack Obama, as I reported in posts earlier, appeared at an impromptu press conference at the White House just moments ago and confirmed that al-Queda leader - Osama Bin Laden - was shot in the head during the course of an ambush on an upscale compound where he was hiding just outside of the Pakistan Capitol - and was subsequently - felled.

Inside sources report that Osama's son was also killed in the precise military maneuver, which was a JSOC action, partly comprised of the U.S. Navy Seals.

Post: 05/01/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/osama-bin-ladendead-news-alert.html

Post: 05/01/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/05/president-barack-obamaconfirms-osama.html

According to inside sources, Osama put up a vigorous fight to overcome the stealth attack, which lasted for approximately forty minutes.

On the heels of the astounding news, revellers gathered in front of the White House gates to express their joy.

Meanwhile, U.S. residents - and others affected by the 911 tragedy - descended on "Ground Zero" to chant their approval:

"USA! USA! USA!"

Miraculously, no Civilians were injured during the course of the military shake-down in Pakistan.

In a solemn - uplifting and inspiring - speech, the President reflected as follows:

"Good evening. Tonight, I can report to the American people and to the world that the United States has conducted an operation that killed Osama bin Laden, the leader of al Qaeda, and a terrorist who's responsible for the murder of thousands of innocent men, women, and children."

"It was nearly 10 years ago that a bright September day was darkened by the worst attack on the American people in our history. The images of 9/11 are seared into our national memory -- hijacked planes cutting through a cloudless September sky; the Twin Towers collapsing to the ground; black smoke billowing up from the Pentagon; the wreckage of Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where the actions of heroic citizens saved even more heartbreak and destruction."

"And yet we know that the worst images are those that were unseen to the world. The empty seat at the dinner table. Children who were forced to grow up without their mother or their father. Parents who would never know the feeling of their child's embrace. Nearly 3,000 citizens taken from us, leaving a gaping hole in our hearts."

"On September 11, 2001, in our time of grief, the American people came together. We offered our neighbors a hand, and we offered the wounded our blood. We reaffirmed our ties to each other, and our love of community and country. On that day, no matter where we came from, what God we prayed to, or what race or ethnicity we were, we were united as one American family."

"We were also united in our resolve to protect our nation and to bring those who committed this vicious attack to justice. We quickly learned that the 9/11 attacks were carried out by al Qaeda -- an organization headed by Osama bin Laden, which had openly declared war on the United States and was committed to killing innocents in our country and around the globe. And so we went to war against al Qaeda to protect our citizens, our friends, and our allies."

"Over the last 10 years, thanks to the tireless and heroic work of our military and our counterterrorism professionals, we've made great strides in that effort. We've disrupted terrorist attacks and strengthened our homeland defense. In Afghanistan, we removed the Taliban government, which had given bin Laden and al Qaeda safe haven and support. And around the globe, we worked with our friends and allies to capture or kill scores of al Qaeda terrorists, including several who were a part of the 9/11 plot."

"Yet Osama bin Laden avoided capture and escaped across the Afghan border into Pakistan. Meanwhile, al Qaeda continued to operate from along that border and operate through its affiliates across the world."

"And so shortly after taking office, I directed Leon Panetta, the director of the CIA, to make the killing or capture of bin Laden the top priority of our war against al Qaeda, even as we continued our broader efforts to disrupt, dismantle, and defeat his network.

"Then, last August, after years of painstaking work by our intelligence community, I was briefed on a possible lead to bin Laden. It was far from certain, and it took many months to run this thread to ground. I met repeatedly with my national security team as we developed more information about the possibility that we had located bin Laden hiding within a compound deep inside of Pakistan. And finally, last week, I determined that we had enough intelligence to take action, and authorized an operation to get Osama bin Laden and bring him to justice."

"Today, at my direction, the United States launched a targeted operation against that compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan. A small team of Americans carried out the operation with extraordinary courage and capability. No Americans were harmed. They took care to avoid civilian casualties. After a firefight, they killed Osama bin Laden and took custody of his body."

"For over two decades, bin Laden has been al Qaeda's leader and symbol, and has continued to plot attacks against our country and our friends and allies. The death of bin Laden marks the most significant achievement to date in our nation's effort to defeat al Qaeda."

"Yet his death does not mark the end of our effort. There's no doubt that al Qaeda will continue to pursue attacks against us. We must -- and we will -- remain vigilant at home and abroad."

"As we do, we must also reaffirm that the United States is not -- and never will be -- at war with Islam. I've made clear, just as President Bush did shortly after 9/11, that our war is not against Islam. Bin Laden was not a Muslim leader; he was a mass murderer of Muslims. Indeed, al Qaeda has slaughtered scores of Muslims in many countries, including our own. So his demise should be welcomed by all who believe in peace and human dignity."

"Over the years, I've repeatedly made clear that we would take action within Pakistan if we knew where bin Laden was. That is what we've done. But it's important to note that our counterterrorism cooperation with Pakistan helped lead us to bin Laden and the compound where he was hiding. Indeed, bin Laden had declared war against Pakistan as well, and ordered attacks against the Pakistani people."

"Tonight, I called President Zardari, and my team has also spoken with their Pakistani counterparts. They agree that this is a good and historic day for both of our nations. And going forward, it is essential that Pakistan continue to join us in the fight against al Qaeda and its affiliates."

The American people did not choose this fight. It came to our shores, and started with the senseless "slaughter of our citizens. After nearly 10 years of service, struggle, and sacrifice, we know well the costs of war. These efforts weigh on me every time I, as Commander-in-Chief, have to sign a letter to a family that has lost a loved one, or look into the eyes of a service member who's been gravely wounded."

"So Americans understand the costs of war. Yet as a country, we will never tolerate our security being threatened, nor stand idly by when our people have been killed. We will be relentless in defense of our citizens and our friends and allies. We will be true to the values that make us who we are. And on nights like this one, we can say to those families who have lost loved ones to al Qaeda's terror: Justice has been done."

"Tonight, we give thanks to the countless intelligence and counterterrorism professionals who've worked tirelessly to achieve this outcome. The American people do not see their work, nor know their names. But tonight, they feel the satisfaction of their work and the result of their pursuit of justice."

"We give thanks for the men who carried out this operation, for they exemplify the professionalism, patriotism, and unparalleled courage of those who serve our country. And they are part of a generation that has borne the heaviest share of the burden since that September day."

"Finally, let me say to the families who lost loved ones on 9/11 that we have never forgotten your loss, nor wavered in our commitment to see that we do whatever it takes to prevent another attack on our shores."

"And tonight, let us think back to the sense of unity that prevailed on 9/11. I know that it has, at times, frayed. Yet today's achievement is a testament to the greatness of our country and the determination of the American people."

"The cause of securing our country is not complete. But tonight, we are once again reminded that America can do whatever we set our mind to. That is the story of our history, whether it's the pursuit of prosperity for our people, or the struggle for equality for all our citizens; our commitment to stand up for our values abroad, and our sacrifices to make the world a safer place."

"Let us remember that we can do these things not just because of wealth or power, but because of who we are: one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

"Thank you. May God bless you. And may God bless the United States of America."

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President Barack Obama...confirms Osama Bin Laden killed in Military maneuver! Shot in head! U.S. in possession of body!

 

President Barack Obama confirmed in a hastily-thrown together press conference just moments ago at the White House that terrorist Osama Bin Laden is dead!

In a solemn deliberate tone, the President reported that the al-Qaeda leader was ambushed at a secluded high-security compound - and shot in the head - and that the U.S. Military is in possession of the body.

Army Seals participated in the JSOC stealth attack - which only lasted about forty minutes - according to top level official sources at the White House.

Apparently, as all the pomp and circumstance was unfolding on Friday (April 30th) at Prince William's highly-publicized Royal Wedding in England, the President gave an official order for special forces to surge forward and attempt to either capture or kill the terrorist leader once his hide-out was determined outside of the Pakistan Capitol.

Senior Officials report that one of Osama Bin Laden's sons was also killed in the surprise ambush.

In response to the news, revellers started gathering in front of the White House in Washington, to celebrate the news of the terrorist's death.

New Yorkers are now decedending on "Ground Zero" in the heart of the city to chant their approval!

'USA! USA! USA!"

Miracuously, no civilians were injured during the course of the shake-down in Pakistan just hours ago.

"Who ever thought there would be a celebration here," many marvelled in wonder to a swarm of frenzied media now gathering at the memorial.

In a heartfelt emotional communication to one news outlet, a U.S. Citizen who lost loved ones in the 911 terrorist attack, noted that tears of joy overwhelmed her upon hearing the news.

"It feels so strange to feel this way about a death," she confessed awkwardly, in so many words.

Meanwhile, around the country, U.S. residents are not only reacting emotionally, but spreading the "good" news!

Stay posted for updates!

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NEWS UPDATE / PRESIDENT'S SPEECH TO NATION

Post: 05/01/2011

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Osama Bid Laden allegedly behind the 911 attack in New York!

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Osama Bin Laden...DEAD! News alert! President Obama to address Nation momentarily!

 

The war on terrorism is over at this hour!

8 p.m. Pacific Standard time!

News is filtering out of Washington that Osama Bin Laden has been killed and that the U.S. Military (CIA?) may be in possession of his dead body.

A spokesperson at the White House has confirmed that President Barack Obama will address the Nation momentarily - and ultimately -  confirm the starting news unfolding at media outlets around the globe

Meanwhile, it has been reported that upon hearing the astounding news, U.S. Citizens - and others - have been gathering in front of the White House celebrating the demise of the terrorist leader.

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911 terrorist attack attributed to Osama Bin Laden

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Julian Ayrs...Internet site Badoo pimping for me! Pays to Google yourself!

 

 

What a hoot!

Today, I was searching the Internet, when I stumbled on a dating site that mentioned moi!

When I clicked on the link, I was magically whisked to a dating site, that hooks singles up.

Uh-huh!

The webmaster hi-jacked my photograph from MySpace and signed me up without my knowledge or permission.

Now, I am a sought-after bachelor in cruise mode on the world-wide-web, I guess.

The date meisters were even thoughtful enough to cast a wide hook out for me.

Apparently, I am seeking a female 31 - 50 years of age.

Yeah, luv those old cougars, dudes!

For good times and sizzling hot sex between-the-sheets I gather!

And, get this, there appears to be over 3 million members to choose from at the Badoo site!

If you want my stats, though - gee whiz - you're going to have to sign up for the "free"dating service.

Gosh, I feel like bait, a piece of meat!

A poster boy for forty-something studs on the prowl.

Well, good thing I was in a horny mood today - and chose to google myself - or I would never have clued into the fact that I am among the ranks of the most sought after commodity in the enterprising (and romantic) coupling trade.

Just betcha, a Royal betrothal is my cards, too!

For a "Best Man" - either Wills or randy Prince Harry - will do.

I wonder if I will get a percentage of the spoils, royalties, and that sort-of-thing?

Or, do I have to take it out in flesh, or by trade?

Reply in confidence to:

http://badoo.com/01144819558/






New Internet persona!
(nip & tuck here & there does wonders)

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Hollywood Legends...Marilyn Monroe & Lady Diana items sold at auction! Free public exhibition! Live & Online Auction!



If you're a film buff hankering to snatch up a rare publicity still of a Hollywood screen legend - then a dazzling exhibition on display this week at Julien's Auctions (no relation to moi except I admit he does follow me on Twitter!) - may be your cup of tea!

On the heels of the unveiling - May 7th thru May 8th - collectors will have the opportunity to bid for the precious treasures either in person or online at the auctioneer's web site.

The collection includes one-of-kind photographs of Marilyn Monroe, Marlene Dietrich, Lucille Ball, Gloria Swanson, and Marion Davies.

The exhibit is timely, too, when you consider that Lady Diana memorabilia will be up for grabs in the wake of the much-ballyhooed Royal Wedding of son Willis.

Yes, the Duke of Cambridge, silly!

Select offerings include private correspondence Marlene Dietrich dispatched to her husband - and a collection of  letters, scripts, and clothing - owned by Lucille Ball (the Queen of Comedy).

The auctioneers will bring down the gavel on a stunning necklace worn by Angelina Jolie to the premiere of one of her many  memorable films ("Salt").

Proceeds from the exquisite piece of jewellery will be donated to one of Ms. Jolie's charities known as:

"The Educational Partnership for Children in Conflict"

Gosh, sounds like my crumby childhood!

When do I ge the check, Angelina?

Of course, what would a Hollywood Legends auction be, without a poignant souvenir or two from the estate of Marilyn Monroe?

Two of Lady Diana's chic elegant gowns are also being offered up for sale by a business concern known as the "Wedding Channel".

At press time, it was announced the proceeds will be donated to a charitable organization also.
In addition to the aforementoned glam items, there will also be a smattering of science fiction props from the NBC hit series Heroes and the Cape.

In addition to the Sci-Fi collection, there will be momentos from the blockbuster Hollywood feature -  "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" - costumes worn by the cast of Serenity, and rarely-sold odds-and-ends from the Indiana Jones franchise.

Heh, I want that hat, Harrison!

Norman Rockwell staging photographs are also being sold replete with copyright.

The original vintage stills feature legendary performers Frank Sinatra, Ann-Margret, and Bing Crosby.

Julien's Auctions
9665 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite No. 150
Beverly Hills, CA

Info:

http://www.juliensauctions.com

310.836.1818

When you trot down to BH (90210) why not stop into the cafe on the top floor of Nordstrom's.

It is a very chic "in" watering hole to frequent!

The retailer's exquisite selection of Menswear is within buying distance a few steps away.

Why not make a day of it?

See 'ya there!

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Lady Diana souvenirs to be auctioned!

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Royal Wedding...Princess Beatrice, Victoria Beckham, Pippa Middleton & Chelsey Davy steal show! Fashion victims?

 

Royal Newleyweds totally in love & facing wedded bliss!

Porky & Bess arrive to trot down the aisle at Westminster Abbey!

The Royal Wedding aside - sigh! - there certainly was a lot of juicy fashion fodder to feast upon.

I daresay!

As handsome Prince William (looking particulary manly in his Irish Guard Uniform highlighted with a dash of brilliant red and Royal Blue) and childhood sweetheart Kate Middleton (every bit a blushing "Royal Highness" in a stunning chic wedding frock fashioned by Sarah Burton the Numero Uno designer extraordinaire) prepared for their grand debut on the world stage before a billion-or-two prying eyes, a posse of upstarts in the Royal Court - a Duchess here, a Princess there - primped and preened for the paparazzi down at Westminister Abbey in a sly deceitful effort to steal a bit of Kate's thunder.

Before you could utter up - "Hedda Hopper" - a gaggle of frightful sorry-looking-swans fluttered into the frenzied fray.

And, in two-seconds-flat, a bevy of fashion disasters were to the English Manor born!

What do they say?

Birds of a feather flock together!

When it came to color - the plummage was dead on - and featured vibrant hues such as teal, coral, cobalt, and pink.

Joyous, in that regard.

The tricky jolting shapes and odd-ball flourishes at times reminded me of the old "I Love Lucy" episode, though, when Ricky and Fred pulled a prank on Lucy and Ethel by leading them to believe that outfits they were gifted with were designed by a top french designer - when, in fact - they were whipped up overnight from cast-offs in the trash bin.

Flying Saucers, eye-popping Polka dots, and reams of idle fabric were too much for the fragile frames that lurked underneath never to be seen again.

Consequently, ugly-duckling gowns - stuffy, over-the-top, too tight, overly-puffy, and out-of-proportion - paraded down the aisle just begging for some prankster to utter up nasty farting sounds from some dank dark corner of the Abbey (appropriate fashion commentary in this instant case).

The misguided hands of well-meaning fashion designers (clever cows milking the throne) - fumbled from the get-go - 'til the final curtain when the trussed up trollops came across as dumb show.

Among the first to be pounced on by the Fashion Police (at the Wedding of the Century) was none other than the pretty sultry sexy on-again-off-again love of randy Prince Harry.

Eghads!

Chelsy Davy sashayed into the spotlight in an aqua green Alberta Ferretti skirt and off-the-shoulder jacket with a bow at the back (which I predicted she would in a post a day-or-so ago) - but, who knew she'd blow a shoe-in - by letting the flab show.

Just maybe, she was not fashion savvy enough to fathom, that overly-tight busting-at-the-seams frocks don't cut it in chic fashion circles.

I was delighted when Ms. Davy made her grand entrance, because I'm always in a panic to find worthy candiates to poke fun at for my annual 10 Worst-Dressed-Women's list.

To refresh your memory, here are the winners (losers?) who made the grade last year.

Post: 12/31/2010


http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2010/12/julian-ayrs-3rd-annual-worst-dressed.html

Ms. Davy, just roared up to the top of the list, unless an encore can convince me otherwise!

Peter Phillip's wife ran a close second by virtue of a coat-dress (by designer Sassi Holford) which appeared to be rustled up from tacky left-over upholstery fabric from some bargain-basement sale.

And, a flop of a hat, that matched up.

The verdict is still out on Victoria Beckham - who dressed more along the lines of the "Black Swan" - than the normally-chic fashion image she is often inclined to pull off more effectively.

The solemn look added to the mournful image!

Princess Eugenie wore a blue Vivienne Westwood which was too pouffy (stuffy, too).

When she dressed for the tony event, she clearly threw caution (and taste) to the wind.

Beatrice, her doting sis, sprang for a see-thru Valentino couture coat that didn't jive well with an over-the-top outrageous hat.

"Thank God, they hid their knees," one friend of the Royals whispered to all within earshot.

Knock-knees are not in style this year, but maybe next!

When the two trotted towards the Abbey, the odd twosome reminded me of Porky & Bess.

There is one at every chi-chi event.

Some brazen broad anxious to show her girls!

Sally Bercow filled that bill to a "t" cup.

Jessica Craig - who slipped into a nude skirt suit, tan tights, and sensible shoes - underscored why no proposal was forthcoming from Wills.

Meanwile, a hatless Samantha Cameron chose to ignore fashion Wedding protocol, by neglecting (willfully?) to splurge on a spring bonnet.

April 29th was hailed as a great day for fashion, for one very good reason.

Kate elected to don a dress by Sarah Burton (Alexander McQueen's House) which - in a nutshell - knocked all the other gal's panty hose out of the Abbey.

The buzz, honestly?

The petite Princess Letizia of Spain wisely (and tastefully) tossed on a pale pink bandage-strip dress by Felipe Varela and teamed it with matching shoes and a charming cloche hat.

The epitome of style!

But, others in her chic league, were few-and-far between.

Lady Sophie Windsor was a stunnng tony guest who cut a fine swath in a cocktail dress and coat by Giorgio Armani Prive (with exaggerated shoulders and graphic hat).

Princess Michael of Kent turned Royal heads in a Sophia Loren-style picture hat, Andrea Odicini teal skirt suit, and Vanessa Noel matching shoes.

Pippa Middleton knocked everyone out when she graced the red carpet with a cowl-necked gown in ivory satin crepe by Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen.

Carole Middleton wisely selected a pale blue Catherine Walker wool crepe coat-dress over a matching silk dress.

Fashion kudos!

A Jane Corbett hat, though a tad dramatic, was very flattering none-the-less.

The Queen was all sweetness-and-light in a sunny yellow gown and dress coat by Angela Kelly.

Except for the snub aimed at Camilla Parker Bowles which caused a few tongues to wag (more juicy gossip on that tidbit later).

Camilla, by the way, turned out in lovely hand-embroidered Anna Valentine champagne silk dress and duck egg blue coat.

I predicted she would in a post a day-or-two ago.

The Countess of Wessex was relaxed and radiant-looking in a fitted biscuit suit by British designer Bruce Oldfield and did not go un-noticed in the searing glare of the spotlight.

By the by, when David Beckham first alighted from his gleaming ride, his OBE was affixed to the wrong jacket lapel.

Some kind fellow (or hottie with a sweet tooth for the soccer stud) must have tipped the sports hero off.

Unfortunately, for the fashion losers, cynical gawkers were - ready, able, and at-the-ready - to toss tomatoes at those who committed all the typical fashion faux pas.

Spoil sports!

Off with their heads

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Should I be a modern woman & kiss Harry?

David Beckham & Prince William most dashing!

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Los Angeles Times Festival of Books...Jamie Lee Curtis & Rainn Wilson on stage today! Bookworms descend on USC!

 

Jada Pinkett Smith @ Festival of Books!

A few weeks ago, I posted a feature on the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, which is an annual event book-lovers look forward to with great anticipation each year.


Post: 04/06/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/04/los-angles-times-festival-of-booksrainn.html
Fortunately, school children from Orange County tweeted me this week, which jogged my memory at the 11th Hour.

Yes, kids!

You will see me at  Book Fair tomorrow strolling around USC campus with my eye out for bargains and news scoops to report on at "The Tattler".

Thanks for the reminder, eh?

For readers at "The Tattler" who may have forgotten that the event runs today (April 30th) thru Sunday (May 1st), I have posted a run-down of the panel discussions and stage events that will be underway as this very post is published on the world-wide-web a few seconds from now.

See 'ya there, eh?

Target Children’s Stage

10:00 AM

The Okee Dokee Brothers
Take it Outside

10:40 AM

Bob Boyle
Author of Hugo and the Really Really Really Long String

11:00 AM

Mallory Lewis and Lamb Chop

11:20 AM

Jamie Lee Curtis
Author of My Mommy Hung the Moon

11:45 AM

Hip Hop Harry
Party Jams

12:20 PM

Tom Lichtenheld
Illustrator of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site

12:40 PM

Peter Stein
Author of Cars Galore!

1:00 PM

Dallas Clayton
Author and Illustrator of An Awesome Book!

1:25 PM

Disney Junior’s Choo-Choo Soul with Genevive
Choo-Choo Soul

2:00 PM

Marc Brown
Author of Arthur Turns Green

2:20 PM

Nancy Krulik
Author of George Brown, Class Clown: Super Burp #1
Katie Kazoo Switcheroo Series

2:40 PM

R.L. Stine
Author of Goosebumps Horrorland: Hall of Horrors

3:00 PM

Megan McDonald
Author of Judy Moody and Stink series

3:25 PM

Moona Luna
Piñata Party

4:00 PM

Lisa Yee
Author of American Girl Book,Aloha, Kanani

4:20 PM

Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Author and Illustrator of The Lunch Lady Graphic Novel Series

4:40 PM

Josh Lewis
Author of Super Chicken Nugget Boy
(vs. Ned-Grant and his Eggplant Army)

5:10 PM

Justin Roberts & the Not Ready for Naptime Players
Jungle Gym

Los Angeles Times Stage

11:00 AM

Rainn Wilson
Interviewed by Amy Alkon
Author of SoulPancake

12:10 AM

Stefanie Powers
Author of One from the Hart

1:20 PM

Jillian Michaels
Interviewed by Rene Lynch
Author of Unlimited: How to Build an Exceptional Life

2:30 PM

Danica McKellar
Author of Hot X: Algebra Exposed

3:40 PM

Alison Arngrim
Author of Confessions of a Prairie Bitch

4:50 PM

Sister Souljah
Interviewed by Jada Pinkett Smith
Author of Midnight and the Meaning of Love

USC Stage

10:00 AM

Festival Kickoff with the Trojan Marching Band
Musical Performance
Welcome by Los Angeles Times Publisher Eddy Hartenstein
USC President C.L. Max Nikias

11:40 PM

Funny But True Hosted by Prince Gomolvilas
Storytelling-Based Performance

12:50 PM

Greg Johnson Quartet
Jazz Performance

2:00 PM

Javon Johnson
Spoken Word Performance

3:10 PM

Rozzi Crane
Popular Music Performance

4:20 PM

Second Nature Improv
Comedic Performance

5:30 PM

Bear Attack
Popular Music Performance

Cooking Stage

11:00 AM

Erin McKenna
Author of BabyCakes Covers the Classics
Cooking Demonstration

12:30 PM

Graham Kerr
Author of Growing at the Speed of Life
Cooking Demonstration

2:00 PM

Bob Blumer
Author of Glutton for Pleasure
Cooking Demonstration

3:30 PM

Laurie David & Kristin Uhrenholdt
Authors of The Family Dinner
Cooking Demonstration

YA Stage

11:00 AM

Brave NewWorlds: Writing the Unreal
Panelists:
Andrew Smith, Allyson Condie, Laura McNeal, Tom McNeal
Moderator:
Aaron Hartzler

12:30 PM

Smells Like Teen Spirit: Young Adult Fiction
Panelists:
Lisi Harrison, Joanna Philbin, Elizabeth Eulberg, Abby McDonald
Moderator:
Aaron Hartzler

2:00 PM

The Practical & the Powerful: Writing Fantasy or Keeping it Real
Panelists:
Robin Benway, Gayle Forman, Gennifer Choldenko, Allen Zadoff
Moderator:
Cecil Castellucci

3:30 PM

Picture This: Graphic Novels
Panelists:
Kazu Kibuishi, Tracy White, Deborah Vankin
Moderator:
Aaron Hartzler

5:00 PM

LAYAPALOOZA!
A live game show for:
Lovers of books for teens & tweens

Poetry Stage

10:00 A.M.

Rick Bursky & Majid Naficy read from:
Death Obscura and Father & Son

10:30 AM

Chase Twichell reads from:
Horses Where the Answers Should Have Been

11:00 AM

Daniel Tiffany reads from:
Privado and The Dandelion Clock

11:30 AM

Annie Finch reads from:
Among the Goddesses: An Epic Libretto in Seven Dreams

12:00 PM

Terese Svoboda reads from Weapons Grade

12:30 PM

Amy Newlove Schroeder & Dorothy Barresi read from:
The Sleep Hotel and American Fanatics

1:00 PM

Beckian Goldberg & Sarah Maclay read from:
Reliquary Fever: New and Selected Poems and Music for the Black Room

1:30 PM

Dana Levin reads from Sky Burial

2:00 PM

Henri Cole reads from:
Pierce the Skin: Selected Poems (1982—2007)

2:30 PM

Ed Roberson reads from:
To See the Earth Before the End of the World

3:00 PM

Craig Santos Perez reads from:
From Unincorporated Territory {Saina}

3:30 PM

Carol Muske-Dukes Hosts Various Poets reading from:
Crossing State Lines: An American Renga

4:00 PM

Laure-Anne Bosselaar reads from A New Hunger

4:30 PM

Atsuro Riley reads from Romey’s Order

5:00 PM

Ellyn Maybe and Her Band perform from:
Rodeo for the Sheepish and Other Works

Etc. Stage

10:00 AM

826LA
Student Author Panel:
A reading, discussion and signing with students ages 6-18

11:00 AM

Dime Stories
Three-minute stories read by Various Artists

12:00 PM

Imagine Ireland
A selection of non-fiction writers from:
Ireland by Molly McCloskey and Brian Dillon

1:00 PM

Murphy’s Flaw
Blue Grass Musical Performance

2:00 PM

Brand X LA Unheard Presents Young Hunting
Musical Performance

3:00 PM

The Hero Complex Presents Quizzam! Hosted by Geoff Boucher
Comics Trivia Contest

3:30 PM

Andrew Breitbart in Conversation with Robin Abcarian
PANEL CODE: 1092
Interviewer:
Ms. Robin Abcarian

4:00 PM

Zack Cole
Musical Performance

5:00 PM

PEN Center USA
Emerging Voices Reading

Discover the World

11:00 AM

Irish Writers Sara Berkeley and Peter Sirr

Poetry Readings

12:00 PM

Korea Presents Ji Yoon Jay Lee Byung Sang
Traditional Korean Musical Performance

1:00 PM

Israel Presents:
“Israel in Los Angeles A bond between communities”
Video Presentation

2:00 PM

Irish Writers Mary O’Donoghue and Kevin Power
Fiction Readings

3:00 PM

Korea Presents Kim Eung Hwa Dance Academy
Traditional Korean Dance Performance

4:00 PM

Los Angeles Times Presents Don Bartletti
My Camera as Witness to a Non-Fiction World

Hoy Stage

10:00 AM

Welcoming Celebration

11:00 AM

STAR Program
Dance Performance

12:00 PM

Mariachi Cielo Nuevo
Musical Performance

1:00 PM

Hoy Spanish Spelling Bee Finals
Category 1

2:00 PM

Salt Petal
Musical Performance

3:00 PM

A Vivir Bien
Panel Discussion

4:00 PM

Rock STAR
Musical Performance

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Royal Wedding...Wills & Kate coverage scores big in hits! Google Analytics don't lie!

 

Whew!

What a rush this afternoon when I checked my blog stats at Google Analytics.

The software monitors my hits (and misses!) at - "The Tattler" - and orchestrates a chart or two which focuses on the number of visitors to the site, the percentage of web cruisers landing on my blog by virtue of reliable "search engines", and the flow of traffic ups-and-downs (and what-have-you).

In a nutshell?

My featured up-to-the-minute coverage on the Royal Wedding on Thursday triggered an avalanche of hits.

Post: 04/28/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/04/royal-weddingwedding-gown-fuss-oldfield.html

Post: 04/28/2011

http://fraudphishing-financialmisdees.blogspot.com/2011/04/royal-weddingdress-rehearsal-for-prince.html

Uh-huh!

My numbers, exposure, and rank went through the roof!

So, don't believe those bozos that say "Americans" - for starters - weren't that anxious (or inclined to perch in front of the old boob tube at 3 a.m.) to capture the dazzling ultra-chic Royal Wedding of the Century broadcast live from Jolly Old England by a myriad of probing media outlets here and abroad.

I have the "goods" (evidence & documentation) in hand that proves otherwise!

I expect when I report on my account of things later today - on the nuptials, the fashion statements, the snubs, you-name-it - there will be another surge into the stratosphere.

News at 11!

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Fast Five...dazzling premiere at Asian Pacific Film Festival! Sung Kang & Sandra Oh hit red carpet!

Sandra Oh trots red carpet at Asian Pacific Film Fest!

Sung Kang

I'm in the Mood for Love

When Sung Kang strolled down the red carpet last night for the premiere of "Fast Five" at the Director's Guild of America, he was definitely the man of the hour!

The handsome actor who stars in the just-released "Fast Five" (the sequel to "Fast & Loose) was literally mobbed with well-wishers at the annual Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.

When a local interviewer (Jocelyn Wang @ 8 Asians) asked Mr. Kang what film made him cry, he was quick with an answer that was a surprise.

"Pippi Longstalking," he beamed.

"That's you're only question," he wondered aloud.

Uh-huh!

When I cornered the charismatic star, he noted he was pretty much content with his career.

In response to my own question about what kind of flick he would like to sign on for in the future, he was quick on the uptake.

"A comedy," he grinned ear-to-ear.

Meanwhile, the wine flowed, the tony guests snacked on delicious finger food, and a posse of up-and-coming stars mingled and chatted each other up to a fever pitch 'til the witching hour when the curtain finally fell on the first night of the Asian Pacific Fest.

Dapper PR man - David Magdael (sporting a well-tailored dark suit with an orchid in the lapel) - excitedly noted that this year's film outing was "bursting at the seams".

"Within two days, both the opening night and closing night galas sold out."

A big draw this year turned out to be the "Fast Five" (starring Paul Walker & Vin Diesel) screening - a flick that was directed by an alumni of the festival - Justin Lin.

"Justin premiered a film nine here years ago," Magdael pointed out for the record.

"We called him up and asked if he would like to premiere "FAST FIVE". He jumped at the opportunity. He has never forgotten his roots."

Mr. Lin recently launched a Short Film Competition which has been well-received also.

The popular web site - "You Offend me You Offend my Family - was set up to launch that altruistic effort.

http://www.YOMYOMF.com

Actually, it was quite a night for the Asian Film Community.

Danny Pudi (NBC's "Community") - who acted one of the MC's at the glittering gala (alongside Parvesh Cheena of NBC's "Outsourced") - gushed that the opening night launch was just "fabulous".

"The Asian community is so together. It has been such a rewarding experience for me to attend," he excitedly blurted out as he greeted a posse of fans in the DGA lobby after the screening.

Obviously, Danny was floating on a cloud, judging by his animated presence as he courted attendees at the glittering celebration.

There was quite a stellar turn-out  - which not only sparked the night - but set the tone of glamour for the week-long event.

The arrival of Archie Kao (CSI) on the red carpet triggered screams from adoring women. 

Yes, he's single, ladies!

Archie whispered in my ear that he will be featured in a big-budget feature later in the year.

Kelvin Han Yee was beaming with pride over the fact he helped raise 1.6 million dollars at a fundraiser for victims of the Japan disaster.

Mr. Yee is starring in an episode of "Hawaii 5-0" (he plays a Police Chief) which will broadcast on May 16th.

Karin Anna Cheung who I interviewed last year when she appeared in "People I've Slept With" looked stunning in a chic understated red cocktail dress.

I also spied (and said hello to) Director Quentin Lee - quite a character in his own right - who flitted among the guests quipping jokes and having a gay old time.

Randall Park - on his way to stardom - is currently appearing in "Supah Ninjahs" on cable.

When I quizzed the outgoing down-to-earth actor about future plans, he confided he was open to meatier roles.

"I would like to be the first Asian romantic leading man."

A tall order to fill, but he has what it takes - the looks, the talent, the "it" quality - to achieve that goal in my estimation.

Parvesh Cheena (who co-hosted the event's premiere) was excited about a voice-over role in an upcoming "Transformer" project.

Gillian Jacobs (NBC "Community") caused quite a stir when she posed for the paparazzi on the electric red carpet, too.

Sandra Oh (Grey's Anatomy)  - was fashionably late (she was the last star to trot in and dash off to catch Fast Five in the packed DGA Theatre) - but no one seemed to be miffed.

Shooting late on set, perhaps?

One of the actresses that stood out was Monique Cumen.

Ms. Curnen (Fast & Furious & The Dark Knight) was effervescent and glowed in her tasteful black cocktail dress.

Actually, it was quite the night for fashion statements all round.

Gowns ran the gamut from floor-length (and body-hugging) to short short - and more-often-than-not - were awash with pretty floral motifs or dazzling mood-uplifting pastels.

The men - a few Asian males actually sported orange "do's" (which jelled well with their trendy hip street-wear) - were sharply turned-out, too.

Some wore black dress slacks or jeans, teamed with ubiquitous t's etched with a smattering of designer logos and off-beat stylish etched prints on their face.

Fedoras and Berets added a European flair to the aura of the night's festivities.

I also was blessed with the opportunity to meet up-and-coming talent which is always a plus for me.

The Director of  - "I'm in the Mood for Love"  (who was in attendance last night) - chatted me up.

Jason Karman's short film - a gay love story - screens on Monday May 2nd at the Festival.

The young actor playing one of the leads is certainly "on the rise" in respect to his eventful career.

Kyle Toy has a charismatic appeal that is sure to take him far in the biz!

A synopsis of the film?

A singing telegram worker meets his ex-boyfriend while having hot pot and learns to embrace his new found bachelorhood through popular song

Catch it if you can, especially in view of the fact it is slated to screen in Toronto in the near future, and has also garnered several awards that single it out as quality film that deserves a following!

By the way, what a blast last night's premiere proved to be!

The Disc Jockey spun danceable upbeat tunes that rocked from the get-go.

I ecstatically blurted out to Mr. Magdael that he really outdid himself this year!

Indeed, tony guests packed the local venue - and lit up the prestigious home for the local chapter of the Director's Guild - as the "faces" of legendary stars peered down from the walls (such as Elizabeth Taylor, Montgomery Clift, Jack Lemmon, Orson Welles, to name-a-few).

Well-heeled waiters in elegant uniforms floated through the crowd offering up a glut of treats - such as delectable chocolate sweets- yummy cream-filled-cake, delicious finger food, and exotic cocktails provided by a host of sponsors (KeKel Vodka, for one).

In particular, a handful of merchants sprinkled around the charged keyed-up foyer, satiated any-and-all pangs of hunger by virtue of mouth-watering offerings that were gulped down in one full swoop.

Hot Stuff Cafe's finger foods were sensational (to say the least).

http://www.hotstuff.cafe.com

"The Candy Chef" was on hand to treat the film fans with hard candy, delightful Asian sweets, and chewy snacks that really hit the spot.

I was asked to inform folks that their specialty is Candy Arrangements.

Check them out!

http://www.TheCandyChef.com

I also got hooked on a coconut ball (on a stick) which was - well - just yummy.

Kudos to THE SWEETER THINGS

http://www.TSTCHOCOLAT.com

I didn't even wake up with a hang-over this morning - in spite of the fact I also caught the Royal Wedding - and did not tuck in until I actually heard a rooster crow in Hollywood at about 5 a.m. (

No kidding, folks!

Tonight, I expect to trot down to the DGA to catch The Wedding Palace (feature) and Saigon Electric.

See 'ya there!

Tickets & Info

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Director Justin Lin premiered Fast Five!



Director Quentin Lee in high spirits!

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