U.S. braces for ‘huge’ Hurricane Irene
If a Category 3 hurricane makes landfall, „devastating damage will occur,“ according to the National Hurricane Center’s Saffir-Simpson scale. „There is a high risk of injury or death to people, livestock, and pets due to flying and falling debris.“ Older mobile homes will be destroyed, and newer ones could be as well. „Well-built frame homes can experience major damage involving the removal of roof decking and gable ends,“ the Hurricane Center explained.
Remembering Aaliyah, 10 years later
Born in Brooklyn and raised in Detroit, she quickly garnered a fan base in the early ’90s with her original take on R&B music. Working with industry greats like Missy Elliott, Timbaland, R. Kelly and more, she topped the charts with a slew of hits, including „Back & Forth,“ „Age Ain’t Nothin’ But a Number,“ „Are You That Somebody“ and „We Need A Resolution“.
Libya: Now what?
Senior figures in the NTC have called for reconciliation and brotherhood, but that spirit may be difficult to inculcate among fighters on the ground. Gadhafi’s mercenary forces from Africa have always been hated by Libyans. After 42 years of often brutal rule, when dissent has been crushed time and again, there is likely to be some settling of scores.
Foreign forces help rebels advance
Qatari and French forces also have provided some armaments, the official said.
VMAs will feature a Winehouse tribute
A statement from MTV reveals that the tribute will also debut film of their spring recording session together at Abbey Road Studios in London.