“The Haters National Convention” – by Orlando Campbell

In my world, when a person has worked hard to gain success in whatever endeavor they are pursuing, they should be respected for their progress and accomplishments. An individual who slams a successful person, based solely on the fact that they are not doing as well for themselves, is called a hater.

As I watched the [...]

John Edwards says he’s not the baby’s daddy

After denying the allegations of extramarital affairs on numerous occasions, former presidential hopeful John Edward finally admits to having an affair with filmmaker Rielle Hunter today, but has stated that he is not the father of her child. Although denying this claim, National Enquirer editor David Perel absolutely believes Edwards fathered Hunter’s baby. Edwards [...]

Immigration Cruncher

Immigration is a serious topic for me but at the same time it’s becoming
worn out. This issue has brought heated arguments with a friend of mine and
every time I say that I don’t believe that ALL illegal immigrants should be
legalized she always says “There just like us and deserve the opportunity”.
I crossed the border for [...]

Personal Budget

I was watching the Spanish news with my parents yesterday and the story that grabbed my attention was about a family who were forced to sell their personal belongings for a quick buck. I can’t imagine myself selling my gold necklace that was giving to me by my parents for my quinceañera. I’m thankful that [...]

Monday Mid-Day Round-Up

7.9 Magnitude Quake In China Kills Thousands
CHINA- The death toll, standing already at 8,533 people, is expected to rise after a massive earthquake rocks central China.  [CNN]
Prom Dress Gets Teen Arrested
HOUSTON, TX- 17 year old Marche Taylor wound up in handcuffs at her prom when school officials objected to her dress as being too reveling. [...]

Today is May Day

For the past two years the first of May has seen major mobilizations in the immigrants right’s movement. Today is no exception. From Youth Radio LA’s blog:
People are planning to mobilize in Los Angeles in recognition of workers’ rights, immigrants’ rights, and in solidarity with those who make global consumer culture and economy churn everyday. [...]

Popularity to the Extreme

What do eight teens do when they are bored? Well, in Polk County, Florida, eight teens decided to invite a sixteen year old girl over and beat her up. The motive was so to film it and put it online, for the eight to gain popularity. The popularity was not what they expected, its a [...]

Where I Get My News

[Ed. Note: This week's Question is: When it comes to News, who do you trust. Nico Savidge of Meet The Mess and The Savidge World of Sports reports in.]
My dad likes to wake up early in the morning and enjoy is coffee with a copy of the New York Times in front of him. [...]

Who Do You Trust? [News edition]

This week’s question is pretty straightforward:
When it comes to news, who do you trust?
Youth Radio LA comes through with our first responses:
When it come to the news, I only trust to a certain point because lies are often told but quickly covered up…!!
Jasmine Epps, Age 15
I Trust NBC. The news casters seem more professional [...]

Question of the Week

We’re on a newsroom editorial retreat today, so don’t expect any fresh blogging till late or tomorrow. Still, don’t think this lets you off the hook.  I’ve got a little homework for you– the Question of the Week:
When it comes to news, who do you trust?