Dennis Rodman says that North Korea's decision to release it's last two American hostages came after he sent a heartfelt letter to his BFF Kim Jong Un.
- Look for Dennis in a new series of waffle commercials with the slogan, "Let Go My EGO!"
- It's a rare man who can look good in a wedding dress AND effect international diplomacy.
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Congratulations to the Lions on their 20-16 last minute win over the Miami Dolphins yesterday...putting them in first place in the NFC North Division with a record of 7-2!
Looks like the Lions have actually "Restored The Roar" this year!
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A study at the University of Washington found that chemicals used in dog food may be able to extend human life.
- On the plus side you'll be able to catch a Frisbee in your teeth...on the downside, you'll spend those extra years dragging your butt across the carpet.
- We could live to be 105...which is like 735 in dog years!
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Pepsico is experimenting with a soda that tastes like Doritos.
- Its for people too lazy to actually eat and drink at the same time.
- They'll also be a Diet version of the Pop...with 50% less powdered cheese.
- We've already got "Mountain Dew"...I think they should call this one "Mountain DON'T".
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A survey found that 60% of Americans trust online dating sites.
- They don't trust anyone they MEET on them, but they do trust the sites.
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Forbes magazine named Vladimir Putin the World's Most Powerful Person of 2014.
- Putin is said to be powerful and generous. In fact they say he'll give people the shirt off his back...if he ever wears one.
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Sesame Street debuted on television 45 years ago this week.
- 45 years is a long time to have someone's hand up your butt...no wonder Oscar's so grouchy.
- The shows creator says that not much has changed, but admitted that due to osteoporosis, Big Bird isn't quite as Big as he used to be.
- To celebrate, all of this week's episodes will be brought to you by the letters L, I, P, I, T, O & R.
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Have a great day and I'll see you back here Tuesday!
-Dick