Jim Tyree Dead: President Obama Says Chicagoan Will Be 'Sorely Missed'

WASHINGTON ? President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, are extending condolences to the family of James Tyree, a Chicago businessman with deep roots in Obama's hometown who died Wednesday.

Obama called Tyree "a quintessential Chicagoan" in a statement Thursday. The president said Tyree grew from humble roots, worked his way to the top "but never left the city behind."

Tyree helped lead Sun-Times Media Group Inc. out of bankruptcy. He died of complications from stomach cancer. He was 53.

Obama cited Tyree's role in rescuing the Sun-Times newspaper, as well as his work with non-profit groups and as a member of the board of the University of Chicago Medical Center, where Mrs. Obama used to work.

Obama said: "He will be sorely missed, but never forgotten."

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The Situation -- They're Laughing AT You


Even Gilbert Gottfried didn't tank as badly as The Situation did at Donald Trump's roast ... and believe it or not .. it was actually worse ... MUCH worse than it looked on TV. The joke ... is on him.031611_TV_trump_still

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[FAIL] The Situation Bombs At Donald Trump Roast

It looks like there is a situation that Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino can’t handle at all. Comedy! For some reason, Sorrentino was invited to ‘The Comedy Central Roast of Donald Trump’ (Tue., 10:30PM ET on Comedy Central), and he was so much worse than expected.Let the video speak for itself. Hold on!  

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10 Fugly Looks by Miley Cyrus

Posted by Rebecca on March 17th, 2011

Well well well, Ms. Cyrus.  Looks like you?ve had a lot more fashion crimes than meet the eye.  I mean, I know you?re young and all, but aren?t you rich enough to get a little Hot Topic Stylist, or 12? When I was a young teenager, I had no excuse. Come, let?s explore your fashion don?ts, and in doing so, marvel at how ridiculous you STILL are!

 

1. Hippie-Lame

Nice scarf and weird rag-dress, lady.  The dress is almost strapless, so remind me again why you need a mismatched scarf? To keep you warm on those cold LA mornings?  Eh, I?m not buying it, Miley.

 

2.  Hawaiian Chic

I think I saw this dress at Target, circa 1999.  You know, when hawaiian crap and hemp was still in.  Really?

 

3.  Prom Barbie

Granted, this may be for a Hannah Montana shoot, but when was dressing like a crazy homeless barbie considered cool, or desireable? My favorite part are the shoes, which are straight out of my mom?s closet, circa 1984.

 

4. Dumpy Stripes

Miley, you look like what would happen if a candy cane had sex with a pillowcase.

 

5.  Vintage Britney

Very Britney Spears which is old.  I mean, come on.  I get it. You?re trying to be sexy, but in doing so you?re just trying to look like Britney Spears,  only less hot and more awkward.

 

6.  Phys Ed

You have plenty of cute pairs of shorts, why not wear a pair?

 

7.  Good God

Grey and olive colors, which makes Miley look slightly homeless. And with those gross boots, I?m surprises she doesn?t have some food stamp-like accessory.

 

8.  Uggs n? Drugs

Are you working out? Coming from a slumber party? Or going on a hike in arctic tundra? I?m confused.  Also aroused. Wait, did I say that? What can I say,I love a good legging.

 

9. Weird Fabric

If you pull it, it will unravel. Also, how is she supposed to wear this into a salvia store?  It?s gonna get all gummed up.

 

10.  Dr. Seuss

Miley,  do you want some green eggs n? ham? Or perhaps a hat to go with your hideousness? 

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Tween fans go crazy over Justin Bieber's wax figure

Justin Bieber came face-to-face with his wax double in London on Tuesday.

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Justin Bieber came face-to-face with his wax double in London on Tuesday.

Teenage pop sensation Justin Bieber took time out from touring on Tuesday to visit the Madame Tussauds museum in London and pose next to a waxwork model of himself.

The model, dressed in a red and black checked shirt and black jeans, was one of three Bieber replicas being unveiled -- the others were in Amsterdam and New York.

"It's pretty incredible to see," said the 17-year-old, before joking about how small the waxwork was. "As you can see, you know, I'm at least six feet taller than this guy."

Bieber got up close and personal to his doppleganger. (Marsland/WireImage)

Liz Edwards, spokeswoman for the museum, said the real Bieber would naturally change quickly over the eight months it took to create the life-like model.

"So we really wanted to make sure we made a 'moment in time' figure," she said. "But it's the hair that everyone is paying the biggest attention to. So, I'd say it's the hair that's been the biggest challenge."

Some fans got to put their hands all over Bieber's wax double. (Binuya/Everett)

The singer, already one of the world's biggest pop stars with albums "My World" and "My World 2.0", was accompanied to the event by his mother, and he greeted a small crowd of fans.

He said that he would ideally like his waxwork figure to stand next to U.S. rapper Tupac Shakur.

"Biebermania" has hit Britain during his visit, with hundreds of screaming fans crowding outside his hotel in the northern city of Liverpool last week forcing police to close down the area.

Bieber has two more concerts in London before playing in several other British cities and then heading for mainland Europe.

Two female fans planted a kiss on their favorite pop star. (Binuya/Everett)

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Prince William & Kate Middleton's Wedding to Air Live on BBC

Prince William & Kate Middleton's Wedding to Air Live on BBC | Kate Middleton, Prince William

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You may not have an invitation to Prince William and Kate Middleton's big day ? but BBC will be your ticket into the royal wedding.

The network will broadcast internationally live footage of the April 29 nuptials, promising an "authentic British take" on all the events, according to a statement by the broadcaster via the Hollywood Reporter.

In the United States, the coverage will be televised on BBC America, while BBC Entertainment will broadcast footage across Asia, India, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East.

The network also promises exclusive access to various points along the wedding route, and a fleet of experts and commentators. Live coverage will be anchored by Huw Edwards, a senior BBC news anchor.

"The Royal Wedding provides a special opportunity to bring together our local channels around the world for a truly global viewing event," Jana Bennett, President of Worldwide Networks and Global iPlayer, said in a statement. Vignette StoryServer 6.0 Wed Mar 16 19:24:45 2011

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EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS - Paris Hilton Has Hot Pink Specs Appeal

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Paris Hilton was snapped out and about in Los Angeles on Tuesday afternoon, and the blonde heiress dressed down (but not boring!) in some bright pink shades and a graphic hoodie.

So what was Miss P up to? It looks like she ditched the sweats for something sexier, as she had a photo shoot with her pal Adriana! Paris tweeted:

    "At my girl @AdrianaTrevizo's studio doing a photoshoot. My stylists @Judy_TheKids & @Sammyrexic rock! Love their style & fashion choices! Shooting with @EvanDuning. Such a fantastic photographer! The pictures are turning out amazing! Thanks @AdrianaTrevizo for hooking this up! Still on set shooting with @AdrianaTrevizo @Judy_TheKids @Sammyrexic and @EvanDuning. So many amazing pictures! Loves it!"

Can't wait to see the finished product!

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