When Hugo Chavez died a leadership void became very clear in Venezuela, where Chavez was enforcing a socialist inspired agenda. The country has now solidified their leadership by swearing in Nicolas Maduro as acting President, however in doing so they may have distanced themselves from the United States. Maduro has vowed to continue the socialist agenda of Chavez, but took it even further to say some strong things about the USA. I don’t think the first order of business when you get sworn in is to point fingers is the smartest way to go about things, but in time we will see if this guy can really run a country. Hit the jump to see what he had to say.
Beyonce Gets Street Named After Her In Bermuda
Beyonce is taking over everything, she’s on the cover of your favorite magazine, she’s selling out shows, her face is recognizable all over the world. So finding out that Bermuda informally named a street after her is no surprise. Beyonce exemplifies what an entertainer aspires to be, it’s no wonder so many young girls look up to her as a role model. The block is now named Beyonce Boulevard informally by the natives, a footpath that leads to the Bermuda National Stadium. There’s a pretty cool story about how that particular path got its name. Hit the jump for more.
Mexican Authorities Confiscate Marijuana Cannon Shooting Pot Across US/Mexico Border
US Border patrol spotted barrels filled with marijuana scattered along the US border apparently launched from Mexico, they immediately alerted the Mexican authorities of what they found and they tracked down the cannon. A cannon made of plastic tubing and compressed air shot barrels of up to 30 pounds of marijuana across the border. I’m assuming someone was supposed to be collecting those, but now not only are they out the pot the shot to the US, they are also going to have to build a new cannon. Hit the jump for more.
Subway Location Closed After Offering Heterosexual Only Valentines Day Special
A Subway location in Angers, France has stirred the pot on marriage equality all over the world when a Valentine’s Day special for heterosexual couples only at a local Subway restaurant. The backlash from the offer was world wide, even causing other Subway locations to take some heat from it’s customers even though the franchises are owned individually. A Photo of the offer has been cycling around the internet and it looks like bad business for Subway, after the owner of this particular location said “Discrimination: No, the marriage for all law has advanced, but has yet to be ratified by the Senate. Until then, I’ll use my freedom of expression.” Hit the jump for more.
Boyz II Men Hired To Boost Birth Rates In Russia
Vladimir Putin has spoken about trying to get the falling birth rate in Russia to blossom. This next move though, I’m not so sure about, if it works out congratulations will really be in order. He has hired Boyz II Men, who made some classic baby makers back in the day to perform in attempt to entice the Russian people to start knocking the boots. Hit the jump for more.
(Photos) Suicide Bomber Attacks US Embassy In Turkey
A suicide bomber attacked the US Embassy in Ankara Turkey leaving two dead and causing damage to the near by buildings. The incident occurred when a suicide bomber detonated explosives killing himself and a Turkish security guard, all US Embassy Staff was sent off to Safe Rooms until the site could be scoured for more explosives and Turkish National Police were heading the investigation. More information is to be released today. Check the pics in the gallery.
