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Florida Workers Get Weird New Rules
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There are some things that are par for the course, as far as going to work is concerned. Certain things are expected of those of us still blessed enough to be among the ranks of the employed, such as...
Be on time. Get everything in order. Get assignments completed. Don't linger too long at the water cooler.
And, oh, yeah, remember to wear deodorant and put on underwear.
Say what?
Apparently, some city workers in little Brooksville, Florida had to be reminded by their bosses to do the latter two things.
It actually took a city council meeting to issue an edict for workers to adhere to a decent dress code and meet certain "hygiene standards", which makes you really wonder how things were being run before now.
Workers- unless they want to lose their jobs- now have to agree to wear undergarments and those have to be kept under wraps and not hanging all out, plus they have to make sure they put on a little roll-on antiperspirant before they walk into the workplace, to prevent the obvious noxiousness that would otherwise be experienced.
Come on, are these not commonsense kind of things?
If you have to remind adult people to do stuff like this, should they really be given the responsibility of helping to run a city? |
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Uh, Sorry, Man, My Bad!
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Construction and demolition workers have long battled the negative stereotype that assumes that they are all brawn and no brains.
However, a recent boneheaded incident that took place in Carrollton, Georgia, lends some credibility to that less-than-complimentary image.
When a local homeowner was contacted by someone who informed him that some workers had pulled down his entire 3 bedroom childhood home, he may have believed it was crazy and absurd, at the time. However, when he rushed to the area in question to find out for himself, he saw, in horror, that the caller had been right on the money with what he told him.
The whole house was, indeed, totally demolished by the overzealous crew, along with all the furniture, valuable heirlooms and other items it contained inside. The man's father built the home, according to him, so, it, of course, also had great sentimental value.
Apparently, there was a "mix up" and another house was supposed to have been bulldozed instead.
Wouldn't you think these folks would have been smart enough to check and make sure that they were going to destroy the right place?
My guess is that this dimwitted demolition company will soon be receiving a lawsuit notice.
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You Wouldn't Wish This On a Dog!
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So, exactly what type of circumstances would you expect cops to taser someone?
Surely, it they are compelled to use this form of protection, they must be dealing with some dangerous, burly, hardened scum of society, right?
Well, apparently, the criteria for applying this sort of "defense" is different in Blue Ash, Ohio.
According to reports, when a tiny 5-pound Chihuahua mix dog, the beloved pet of a local family, got out of their house when they were absent, police somehow decided to involve themselves in the situation by confronting the small pooch, even though he was on the front porch of his owners' home.
The kneejerk response of the "fellers" in uniform was to tase the wee critter.
The police officers in question allege that the adorable little canine allegedly bit one of them. But, did they ever think that the animal was defending itself, as well as the house??
No, the two cops immediately decided to utilize Plan B, by blowing away the diminutive black-and-white dog and leaving a bloody mess, plus a note behind, for his horrified owners to find.
Now, two young children are without their "best friend" because two hapless law enforcement officers decided that they needed to take down a Chihuahua to protect the "mean streets" of town.
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The "Cougar" Picks a Cub
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It only seems like yesterday since TV Land premiered its reality show The Cougar, featuring 40-year-old real estate agent Stacey, seeking a 20-something-year-old true love. Just like similar shows of this type, the vintage bachelorette had a huge selection of young cuties to choose from- 20 at the start, each week eliminating "candidates"until she got down to the final two.
When the finale aired this past Wednesday, Stacey was left with Colt, the cocky musician who charmed her with his serenades and Jimmy, the demonstrative romantic. She introduced them to her kids on the last episode, to get their opinions before making her decision. although, I personally didn't think her kids added any special enlightenment to who was the best man for her.
In the end, she turned down Colt, who left, teary-eyed, in a limo and, after informing the Jimster that he was the victor, he got down on one knee and proposed to Stacey.
She accepted.
Seems like a nice ending, but you have to wonder if 23-year-old Jimmy feel the same, once he catches a glimpse of her when studio makeup artists aren't around to glamorize her and that pre-menopausal irritability starts to kick in.
Oh, well, he can always stay around to enjoy the special discounts on restaurants, hotels and car rentals his fiancee will be eligible for when she qualifies for an AARP card in just a couple of years or so! |
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He Did What??
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Most Emergency Medical Technicians, otherwise known as EMT's, are caring individuals who really do want to help other people. However, every profession has its shares of jerks and EMT's are no different, as a recent news item points out.
While at the grisly scene of a murder, a Staten Island, New York EMT decided to pass the time by taking some photos of a young female victim who had apparently expired, after being strangled with an electric cord. Instead of feeling pity for this fellow human being who lost her life at the hands of a killer, the unfeeling EMT posted the macabre pics on Facebook, apparently believing other individuals would find them "amusing.".
His bosses at Richmond University Medical Center were pretty ticked, when they learned their employee had featured the photos of the murdered woman online and they, justifiably, bounced his idiotic backside from his job.
He reportedly posted photos from other horrific incidents he had photographed while on duty, as well.
We are not talking here about some young, immature guy. This man was a 46-year-old ex-cop who should have known better.
When you realize that somebody like this fool was given the responsibility of dealing with people who are at their most vulnerable, it's pretty darn scary that he was actually hired in the first place.
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P-U!
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One New Delhi dad, tired of his spouse giving birth to a succession of girls- 7 in all- decided to hold back on something very important, in response.
What, you are wondering, did he hold out on?
The answer: Bathing.
What makes this even more bizarre is that the anxious pops stopped bathing, in the traditional sense, for 35 years. He claims that he uses fire to cleanse himself and that it is just as good as water, but I am pretty sure that there are a WHOLE lotta people around who may disagree.
His professional life has not been helped too much by his refusal to bathe, as he lost his business, due to customers not being too enthusiastic about his rank smell. Some family members are also not happy with his weird decision.
Still, the guy stubbornly insists upon continuing in his odiferous ways, because, some say, he was told that not taking a bath would ensure him the son he has always desired.
Here's the thing, though.
What woman is going to want to come anywhere close enough to him to conceive this son he desires so much when he outreeks a skunk?
Oh, and one more thing.
He also hasn't brushed his teeth in 35 years either.
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"Shocking" Abuse
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Have you ever wondered why it seems like the most boneheaded people in the world are able to have children? It just boggles the mind to know that folks dumber than a bar of soap are give the responsibility to raise kids.
A father- if you can rightly label him as such- from Salem, Oregon made the news last week, when he was charged with 1st degree criminal mistreatment of his four kids, all under the age of 10.
The sadistic pop thought it would be amusing to put electric dog collars on each of them. The particular collars are the same kind dog trainers use to help modify canine behavior by causing the collar to "shock" the animal.
The 41-year-old putz allegedly told cope that he thought the whole idea was "funny" to him, apparently seeing nothing wrong with terrorizing his own flesh and blood.
Thankfully, the police and the Department of Human Services failed to agree with him and the cruel dad will soon have his day in court.
Wonder if the judge could sentence him to wear the same apparatus he forced on his precious children?
Bet those prison guards would be more than happy to administer a few volts when needed.
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Enough Is Enough!
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I guess there are times when you can take just so much before you consider doing something off the beaten path to vent your frustration.
Such was the case of one highly stressed-out union official from Serbia. He and fellow workers at a textile factory have been working there for several years. They have not, however, been paid any wages for some time, only being compensated for their labor with free medical care and other benefits. So many workers have been laid off during the past few years that there are only 100 people left to do all the backbreaking tasks. Understandably, these folks want to get paid and to get other perks to help them and their families live decent lives.
In 2008, the upset workers showed their dissatisfaction by going on a hunger strike for 19 days, but this, apparently, did not yield the kind of results they desired.
This year, though, they supposedly intend to express their anger in the most desperate manner possible...by self-mutilation. Until they get their demands met by leaders from their government, they declare that they plan to start cutting things off.
The first person to follow through on this, thus far, has been Zoran Bulatovic, the union leader, who whacked off one of his digits and then ate it.
Hey, I have sympathy for their plight, but you gotta wonder-
If they chop off their fingers, hands, etc., how are they going to be able to do their work, once their demands are met? |
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Mr. Not-So-Right
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If you thought your week was bad, imagine finding out that the man of your dreams is a murderer. That's exactly what happened to Megan McAllister, the fiancee of Philip Markoff, the alleged Craigslist killer.
Prior to recent days, his bride-to-be thought she was probably one of the luckiest girls on the planet. Markoff is a tall, good-looking All-American type guy, comes from a stellar background and has always been held in the highest esteem by family members, friends and acquaintances. Add to that the fact that he is a med student and you have the "perfect" man.
Except that he isn't.
Markoff evidently has a dark side that his loved ones were either not aware of or were in denial of. When his image was captured via surveillance cameras near the murder location, authorities were able to identify and arrest him. He is also suspected of robbing other Craigslist female advertisers at gunpoint.
His stunned fiancee, family and pals believed Markoff incapable of committing such a deed, but their support may very well fade, in light of cops finding the panties of robbery victims and a handgun, allegedly used in the crimes, inside his apartment.
It is believed that the alleged culprit may have been trying to get money to pay off gambling debts.
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Evil, But Eligible
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Looking for hook up with a rich dude? Maybe you should head for Somalia!
Single women in Somalia are either looking for love...or loot... but, in either case, they appear to believe that the answer for both of these things can be found in the "eligible" pirates who so love firing on American flagships.
Obviously, character and personal charm are not requirements for the ladies in Somalia seeking to make a romantic connection by scurrying over to Bosaso, the area of their country where most of these pirates are holed up. The millions of dollars and pounds of booty these seafaring criminals has accumulated, due to the ransom they have received over time, is enough to cancel out any shortcomings of these unsavory bachelors.
Women, desperate to get out of the deplorable poverty that they are in, are willing to do what it takes to attract the interest of these pirates, with the hopes that they will be selected as brides.
While these thugs may toy with these women, it's doubtful that ruthless men like this would allow anybody, even a beautiful female, to part them from their newly acquired wealth.
These chickies would have better luck trying to meet somebody on EHarmony!
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Britney and Billy Bob Go to Canada
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It's a good thing that diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Canada don't depend upon the behavior of Hollywood celebrities or else we might all be in big trouble.
Over the past week, two American celebs distinguished themselves with decidedly boorish behavior during appearances in the country.
First,recently re-established pop princess Britney Spears-who ought to be happy that her career is on the rise again- walked offstage, according to sources, 15 minutes into her performance and the audience was commanded to cease all smoking. She eventually returned to the stage and, following the end of her concert, left the audience with a somewhat sophomoric, profane message.
Second on the list is Billy Bob Thorton, who got all riled up when a CBC radio show host referred to him as "an actor, screenwriter and Oscar winner." There to do an interview about the Boxmasters, a country-rock band he is a member of, Thornton was, evidently, insulted by referencing of his "alternate" career.
He was rude, unresponsive and irritable for the rest of the interview, ticked off, allegedly, 'cause his musician status was not being taken seriously.
Yeah.
Like there's massive mob of people salivating to download Billy Bob Thornton albums. |
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Having a Really Bad Day!
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Ever had one of those days you wish that you had just stayed in bed and never ventured beyond the security of your covers?
That might be how one unfortunate Iowa man is feeling now.
When he started out the day on a recent Thursday morning, he probably expected to have nothing more than a typical slew of daily, mundane experience. However, there were some unpleasant surprises in store for this guy.
When the hapless 22-year-old decided to stroll casually down an Iowa City street, a group consisting of six strange men walked up to where he was and requested that he provide them with cigarettes. Apparently, they must not have been too pleased with whatever response he gave, because the six individuals in question attacked him physically and made off with his cigarettes.
Being a victim of crime one time is enough to ruin your day. This was just the beginning of this gent's woes, though.
When he proceeded on his way by taking a route through a back alley, he was knocked down from behind, after passing a group of five suspicious people, and this time around, his watch was stolen.
All of this within a 30-minute time frame! |
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Viva La France!
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When it comes to life, few are as passionate about it as the French. Tick them off and you've got a world of trouble on your hands.
Here's proof:
When 3M workers at a plant near the beloved city of Paris were informed that there were going to be lay-offs, they did not take the news with brave smiles, but displayed their displeasure by promptly taking their boss as a hostage. Believe it or not, such actions are pretty commonplace among the fiery French when they have a bone to pick with management.
Even the Teamsters can't top that one!
According to sources familiar with the situation, the determined employees had some demands they wanted met by the company they had worked so hard for, such as more severance pay and other stipulations.
Very similar to a spurned lover, n'est pas?
Those not about to be axed from their positions also have some wants, like improved conditions in the plant, so they joined their laid-off fellow employees in forcing their boss to remain under their control, until they get what they desire.
And what, you may ask, is the product that these dissed workers help produce?
POST-IT NOTES! |
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Romantic Weirdo Shocks Indiana Town
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Having a man drive miles to see you, with the intention of proposing to you, is a fantasy many females have. It's not so romantic, however, when the guy is 20-years-old and the object of his affections is a mere 14-years-old.
A Wisconsin dude drove across the country to declare his desire to permanently connect with an Indiana girl he had started an internet relationship with and had had at least one intimate rendezvous with. According to sources, the oddball went to the 8th-grader's Terre Haute middle school and waited outside, with a diamond ring, for her class to end, so he could ask her that "special" question.
The guy was allegedly attempted to save their dying romance by taking this bold action, since his underage girlfriend had recently tried to back out of their warped relationship. Obviously, he thought that this move would sweep her off her feet and convince her to run away with him to marry him and, I'm guessing, live in wedded bliss in some trailer park someplace.
The 20-year-old Romeo believed that love has no age limits, but the Terre Haute cops disagreed and he was arrested, waiting outside the school facility, under a tree. |
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Scary Daycare Moments
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Many working parents depend upon daycare to look after their kids during their work hours. Certainly, we want to believe that those taking care of our little sweethearts are capable and responsible individuals worthy of our confidence.
Maybe we'd better think twice, though, given what happened recently at an Arkansas daycare.
Apparently, a staff member at the place served some precious darlings a liquid refreshment that could have taken them out for good. She, evidently, served them what she says she believed was a standard drink, but, which turned out, instead, to be windshield wiper fluid. Allegedly, a container of the highly toxic stuff was put into the same fridge with other snacks and the daycare worker mistook it for Kool-Aid and gave it to ten kids.
The children were hospitalized, once the horrific error was discovered, and one child is still in pretty bad condition.
Everybody makes mistakes, I know, but who, with any common sense, would have put a bottle of windshield wiper fluid in a refrigerator with children's refreshments?These kids could have died!
Parents were ticked and the operator of the daycare has, since, turned in her license.
Man, just who in the world can you trust anymore? |
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