Mardi Gras, (Fat Tuesday, Pancake Day) anticipates Ash Wednesday and Lent. Although used synonymously with the Carnival (“farewell to the flesh”) celebration, Mardi Gras is one day. It is also called “Shrove Tuesday.” “Shrove” or “shriven” means to be purged. Here are activities for Fat Tuesday, Ash Wednesday and Lent. Mardi Gras is the last [...]
Netherlands wins toss and bats vs. India
NEW DELHI (AP)—Netherlands captain Peter Borren won the toss and chose to bat first against India under sunny skies in the World Cup Group B match at the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium on Wednesday. Borren said he wanted his team to post a target first against the co-host and pre-tournament favorite and then put pressure [...]
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Required Florida Auto Insurance
Florida is one of many states that require all vehicle owners to maintain financial responsibility in the event of an accident. This means that in order to register a vehicle with four wheels or more a motorist must have automobile insurance. Furthermore, proof of coverage must be kept with the vehicle owner throughout the duration of the [...]
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FanHouse: LeBron buys new South Beach home
LeBron James has already brought his talents to South Beach, now he can bring all of his furniture with him. James closed on a $ 9 million Miami home that overlooks Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove. According to county record, the sale closed on Nov. 12. The home was purchased by Suite 823, the Cleveland [...]
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Mike Starr, Alice in Chains Bassist DEAD
Sad news for the world of music. Mike Starr, the original bassist from the legendary band Alice in Chains has sadly passed away at age 44. Starr, who led a life marked by drug addiction, was found dead on Utah on Tuesday, at a home in Salt Lake City. His body was found approximately at [...]
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