Chris Chaberski
Celebrity Birthdays for October 11 — Artie Lange and More
Here's a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Artie Lange
Age: 45
Occupation: Actor, Comedian, and Radio Personality
Known For: His tenures with the 'The Howard Stern Show' and the comedy sketch series 'MADtv,' and spending eight months in a psychiatric facility after a 2010 suicide attempt
Obama vs. Romney Debate: Highlights From the Showdown in Denver
The first debate of the 2012 presidential election campaign between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney got started a little after 9 p.m. ET from the University of Denver’s Magness Arena. Jim Lehrer, host of ‘Newshour’ on PBS, moderated the event, which covered domestic policy.
This Day in History for November 1 — Sistine Chapel Ceiling Opens, and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1512: The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome, one of Italian artist Michelangelo's finest works, is exhibited to the public for the first time (more info)
NHL Cancels Preseason; Regular Season Now Seriously in Doubt
Just seven years removed from the cancelled 2004-05 season, the NHL is moving perilously close to another major work stoppage. The regular season is still scheduled to begin October 11, just two weeks away, but the owners, who locked the players out earlier this month, have now decided to fully cancel the preseason.
This does not bode well if you're a hockey fan.
In 6-Team National League Wild-Card Battle, Who Will Win? — Sports Survey of the Day
Yesterday we asked you about the American League, where all three divisions are locked in close fights for first place. In the National League, however, the three division leaders each have sizable advantages. But the wild card? That's a different story...