Trending on Saturday - July 23, 2011


1.    Ja Rule Sentenced For Tax Evasion    
2.    Studio cancels plans for The Dark Tower adaptation    
3.    Jonah Hill Weight Loss:
       Can You Lose Weight Without Expensive Personal Trainers?        
4.    ‘Tim Robbins and the Rouges Gallery Band’ Release Debut Album     
5.    Miracle of the Day - MIDWAY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH                                     


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Ja Rule Sentenced For Tax Evasion

Ja Rule has been sentenced by a New Jersey court to more than two years in federal prison for failing to file tax income returns, The Associated Press reports. He also was ordered to pay $1.1 million in unpaid taxes.

Ja Rule sentenced to prison in gun case

"I in no way attempted to deceive the government or do anything illegal," the rapper said prior to sentencing. "I was a young man who made a lot of money — I'm getting a little choked up — I didn't know how to deal with these finances, and I didn't have people to guide me, so I made mistakes."

Ja Rule (real name: Jeffrey Atkins) pleaded guilty in March to failing to pay taxes on more than $3 million in income.

Ja Rule pleads guilty to $3 million tax evasion


Last month, Ja Rule was sentenced to up to two years in state prison after pleading guilty to attempted criminal weapon possession. The prison sentence will be served at the same time as the federal tax sentence and, depending on his release date for the gun charge, he could serve four to 12 months for taxes. He's serving time at the Oneida Correctional Facility in upstate New York.


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Studio cancels plans for The Dark Tower adaptation


Back in May, we reported that Universal Pictures had put the pre-production team for The Dark Tower on hiatus due to concerns about the project’s rapidly ballooning budget. Now it looks like director-producer Ron Howard’s ambitious plans for adapting Stephen King’s post-apocalyptic tale might never see the light of day, as the studio has reportedly canceled the entire project.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, a deadline to commit to the project came and went without the necessary approval, and Howard has already begun lining up the project that will replace The Dark Tower in his schedule. The report indicates that a message went out to everyone involved with the project — which would have taken the form of three feature-length movies and two television miniseries — that the financial requirements for such a plan just couldn’t be reconciled.

The Dark Tower was set to produced by Howard, Imagine Entertainment, and writer-producer Akiva Goldsmith, with No Country For Old Men actor Javier Bardem in talks for the lead role of Roland, a lone gunslinger pursuing a mysterious enemy across a dangerous wasteland. The seven-novel series was a blend of John Ford-style western and magic-fueled fantasy, and featured some of King’s characters from other novels in supporting roles.

The series has had almost as much trouble on its journey to the big screen as its protagonist has on his quest, as this is the second high-profile adaptation of the novels to fall by the wayside. Back in 2007, “Lost” creators J.J. Abrams, Carlton Cuse, and Damon Lindelof were attached to bring the story to theaters, but backed off a few years later due to the extensive commitment the project would require.

Given the high-profile nature of the novels, this probably won’t be the last we hear of a Dark Tower adaptation, but it could be a little while before there’s talk of Roland strapping on his big-screen guns again.

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Jonah Hill Weight Loss; Can You Lose Weight Without Expensive Personal Trainers?

Jonah Hill, star of teen snark flicks "Superbad" and "Get Him to the Greek," has reshaped his formerly chubby self for a new film "21 Jump Street." Hill's personal nutritionist and trainer helped him lose weight; are expensive resources needed for weight loss? The keys to successful weight loss are information and willpower.

The first step, before you start a weight loss and exercise regime, is to see your doctor to explore why you are overweight. Conditions like sleep apnea can cause weight gain. You may also have Metabolic Syndrome or Type 2 diabetes. If so, Metformin can help regulate your insulin. Thyroid issues can cause weight gain, too.

Blood work will also identify any problems with hypertension or cholesterol. Recent blood tests revealed that my LDL (low density lipoprotein or bad) cholesterol was high and my HDL (high density lipoprotein or good) cholesterol was low. I wanted to avoid medication, so I followed the Mediterranean Diet. I was able to get my cholesterol back to normal and I dropped thirty pounds.

Structural problems, like tendonitis or chronic back pain, can cause issues with exercise. A physical therapist or chiropractor can set up an exercise routine that adapts to your muscular-skeletal problems.
Obesity is generally a family issue. Once you learn about your own health history, you can help your children make healthy choices too. Adopting healthier new habits in exercise and nutrition is crucial; it isn't necessary to seek professional help to make those changes. Nutritional information is readily available online and in media sources. Many websites provide support, information, printable food journals and exercise schedules.

Weight loss apps are available for mobile devices and cell phones, too. These apps provide information on calories, fat, sodium, fiber, protein and vitamin content in all kinds of food. Information is available about restaurant menus and packaged food, too. Apps also provide ingredient lists for those with allergies and dietary restrictions.

Restaurants are making nutrition information available, too. Subway, for example has put together a helpful guide for dieters. Some restaurants post information or print in it in their menus. Nutrition data for most restaurants is available online.

Exercise videos and fitness programs are available online. Exercise DVDs sell for under $10 at many retail outlets. Most exercise programs require no special equipment. Jack Lalane was a television fitness guru. The only materials needed to exercise with him were a chair and towel.

If you're considering an exercise machine, Sears sells a quality elliptical cross-trainer for $85.95. Craigslist, eBay and Amazon sells thousands of used exercise machines cheap, too. We got ours for $25; the whole family uses it.

Personal trainers and nutritionists do provide one important function: accountability. Regular check-ins help keep dieters on track. You can get that at lower cost, from groups like Tops and Weight Watchers. My friend lost 80 pounds and swears by Weight Watchers. There are online accountability groups, on social sites like Facebook, too.

If you're going to spend money on weight loss, purchase meal replacements and nutritional diet-friendly foods. I've used Designer Whey, Nature's Way Alive, Soy Joy and Lean Cuisine with success. Keeping these products on hand for easy weight control. These habits are inexpensive and set a healthy example for the whole family.


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Tim Robbins and the Rouges Gallery Band’ Release Debut Album

Tim Robbins, the 50-year-old actor famous for roles in The Shawshank Redemption, Mystic River, and a slew of other films, is following in the footsteps of his late father, Gilbert Robbins.

Gilbert, who died in April of 2011, was a member of the Highwaymen, a 60's folk band who made a significant impact in their day with songs such as “Cottonfields” and “Michael.”

Now Tim is on a musical journey of his own as he and the Rougues Gallery Band are scheduled to release their debut self-titled album on Tuesday of this week.

    “My first desire to perform came from watching [my dad] on stage. I remember it as so intoxicating,” Robbins said in a statement Monday. “Audiences were encouraged to sing along and be part of the event. That is a relationship I’ve been seeking all my life, that alchemy between performer and audience.”

To promote the new album, 50-year-old Robbins has booked appearances on the “Late Show with David Letterman” on July 25, “The View” on July 26, and has also announced a concert tour, which kicked off last week in Vancouver.

Although the Oscar winning actor is no stranger to music he stayed off the radar until now to ensure his songs were “coming from a genuine place.”

Robbins explained the reason behind his “waiting” was simple:

    “I wanted to understand what my voice was and what kind of stories I wanted to tell. I think I’m ready to tell those stories now.”

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Miracle of the Day - MIDWAY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH-MIRACLE CHURCH

"DURING OUR APRIL MIRACLE REVIVAL WITH EVANGELIST DAVID CHRAMIE THERE WAS AN ELDER BROTHER REX SHARP GOD CALLED OUT TO MINISTER TO. THE LORD TOLD BROTHER REX THROUGH THE EVANGELIST THAT HE WOULD BE HEALED OF A KNOT IN HIS NECK AREA. NOTE HERE THE KNOT WAS NOT NOTICABLE NOR VISIBLE THROUGH BROTHER REX SHARPS CLOTHES. AFTER REV. CHERAMIE PRAYED FOR BROTHER REX AND THE LORD HEALED HIM HE ASKED ME AS HIS PASTOR TO LOOK AT WHERE THE KNOT WAS AND IT DISAPPEARED BEFORE OUR EYES. GOD TOTALLY REMOVED THE GROWTH AND MIDWAY IS IN THE MIDST OF A GREAT MIRACLE REVIVAL. THANKS TO THE NAME OF JESUS"





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