the big story

Rove: 'Tea Party' May be Risk to GOP

Karl Rove, the architect of George W. Bush's presidency, says the "Tea Party" movement could have lasting influence in the nation's politics if it remains decentralized but could hurt Republicans if it backs third-party candidates who siphon votes from GOP candidates. "There's a danger from them, particularly if they're used by political operators ... to try and hijack" elections, he says.

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CoOlDiGgY news

Israel apologizes for embarrassing Biden

RAMALLAH, West Bank — Israel apologized Wednesday for disrupting the visit of Vice President Joe Biden with its announcement of 1,600 new homes in disputed east Jerusalem, but made clear it had no intention of reversing the order that has cast a shadow over the latest U.S. push for Mideast peace.

As Biden held talks with top Palestinian leaders in the West Bank, Israeli Interior Minister Eli Yishai, whose office announced the new construction on lands Palestinians claim for a future state, said the problem was about timing, not substance.

"We had no intention, no desire, to offend or taunt an important man like the vice president during his visit," Yishai told Israel Radio. "I am very sorry for the embarrassment. We need to remember that approvals are done according to law even if the timing was wrong. ... Next time we need to take timing into account."

Biden's talks with the Palestinians on Wednesday were aimed in part to ease their doubts about the latest U.S. peace efforts. Israel's planned construction in east Jerusalem was an embarrassing setback for Biden after a day of warm meetings with senior Israeli officials — and drew an unusually harsh condemnation from the vice president.

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the fairer sex

the Girls of CoOlDiGgY

(coming soon)

Hayden Panatierre in Lush Magazine

Whether you fell for her in "Heroes" or "I Love You, Beth Cooper" or from "Remember the Titans" (security!) then you can appreciate the sexy that is Ms. Panatierre.

girl blurbs

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*Most Difficult "Who Would You Rather?" Ever: Michelle Rodriguez vs Betty White

the random

No, seriously. We can't quite figure out whether Mika Zbi--something is hot or if we just have unresolved (and disturbing) feelings for the aunt/cousin/post-op uncle? on our Polish side.

the frivolous

Corey Haim Found Dead at 38

*Glenn Beck's Epic Eric Massa Interview. Where Were You the Day Shame Got Embarrassed?

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*Official 'Iron Man 2' Trailer



*Crazy Brunette News: NYC Chef Serves Up Fiancee's Breast Milk for Organic (literally) Cheese

CoOlDiGgY tech & media

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sports & health

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*Good Health Boosts Sexual Life Expectancy