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Traffic lights were used before the advent of the motorcar. In 1868, British railroad signal engineer J P Knight invented the first traffic light, a lantern with red and green signals. It was installed at the intersection of George and Bridge Streets in front of the the British House of Commons to control the flow of horse buggies and pedestrians.
Motorcars were introduced to the US in the late 1890s and the need for traffic control soon became obvious. A number of people came up with ideas for traffic control. In 1910, Earnest Sirrine of Chicago, Illinois filed for a patent (no 976,939) for what is considered the first automatic street traffic system, using non illuminated words STOP and PROCEED.
In 1912, Lester Wire of Salt Lake City, Utah invented an electric traffic light that used red and green lights. However, he did not apply for a patent. The next year, James Hoge received patent no 1,251,666 for a manually controlled traffic light system using electric lights. It was installed in Cleveland, Ohio in 1914, displaying the words STOP and MOVE.
The first traffic light system to use red and green lights were patented by William Ghiglieri of San Francisco, California in 1917 (patented no 1,224,632). His design could be operated manually or in automatic.
The amber light was added in 1920 by William Potts, a Detroit policeman. He actually invented several traffic light systems, including the overhang four-way system, but did not apply for patents. The first person to apply for a patent to produce inexpensive traffic lights was Garrett Morgan, who received his patent in 1923.
New Megan Fox GQ Photos!
While doing my daily search for Megan Fox images, since you all know how much I adore her, I came across some never before seen images of her in GQ Magazine. These photos where recently released because according to GQ.com “Putting photos of her on GQ.com will nearly cause the site to melt down.” These are some of the hottest I have ever seen of her. I am still breathing heavy. Thanks to Megan-Fox.net for these. I will forever be in your gratitude.
BREAKING NEWS!!! OJ Found Guilty On All Charges
A Nevada jury has just found O.J. Simpson guilty of all charges. The jury of nine men and three women, none of them African-American, began deliberations Friday after hearing from 22 witnesses over 12 days of testimony.
Stay Tuned For More Details.
Paul Newman Dies at age 83
Damn I get tired of writing these. We are losing way too many legends lately. It is sad to report that Paul Newman has passed away in his home in CT last night. He has lost his battle with cancer. Newman is well known for his role in over 50 major films spanning 7 decades. Films include: “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “The Verdict,” “The Hustler,” “The Color of Money”
In 1982 Newman launched his own food line and donated all profits to charity. Another legend has left us. You will be missed Paul. R.I.P.
Megan Fox & Shia LaBeouf @ Eagle Eye Premier. Looking Great Together
The young duo was seen out at The Eagle Eye premier. Sources tell Celebutopia that this is a hot ticket and this movie will be one of the best this season. Megan looks fantastic as usual. They look like they would be a happy couple if they decided to become one. Only wishful thinking, i know. Below you will see some of the images. For the full set, enter our FORUM.
This matter will best be solved with fisticuffs…
For those so uncool or so white as to not speak jive, but still want to appreciate a rap freestyle battle, check out this LMAO translation of two gentlemen having at:
This hilarity brought to you by the gentlemen at BenandRyan.com
From Gold Medalist To Cover Girl
The young hottie and Olympic gold medalist, Nastia Liukin will be on the cover of Cover Girl Magazine this fall. Winning the gold medal projects athelets more into the spot light then they already are. She will become wealthy from this and we will hear all about her for the next year or so. After that, it will die off and she will go back to her home town and disappear. Although I hope this does not happen for her. It is what happens most of the time to young athletes. Nastia, manage yourself well girl. You are a great athlete and I hope to see you around for a long time. Plus, you are not bad to look at.
You work so hard for this, and you get so many opportunities, and now is the time to take those things because they dont last forever, Winning the Olympics can change your life, and nothing can prepare you for that. You can go with the flow and enjoy the ride
You are enjoying the good life now girl. Go and ride this ride and take it as far as you can.
Voiceover Master Don LaFontaine has died at 68
LaFontaine, known as the “King of Voiceovers,” died Monday afternoon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. LaFontaine’s agent, Vanessa Gilbert, tells ET that he passed away following complications from Pneumothorax, the presence of air or gas in the pleural cavity, the result of a collapsed lung. The official cause of death has not yet been released. This is such sad news. Why is it that every one is leaving us? This has been one of the worst years for the entertainment industry. This guy was a master at voice over. His voice was one of those ones that you could always recognize from a myriad of others. He was a legend in the movie trailer industry and will sorely be missed. R.I.P. Don.
Pioneer of Wrestling “Killer” Kowalski dies at 81
“Killer” Kowalski died early Saturday from the effects of a massive heart attack. He was 81. Killer died at Whidden Hospital in Everett, 12 days after his family tookhim off life support. He had been in critical condition in the hospital since his heart attack on Aug. 8. R.I.P You will be missed.
Kate Moss Bares It For Interview Magazine
The supermodel took it all off for Interview magazine and you can see a selection of the stunning snaps here.In the chat Kate, who rarely speaks to the press, talked openly about her home and sex life.Kate talks about how women over 30 are better in bed, she joked “I think it’s because we know. We have experience”.To read more of her interview go to interviewmagazine.com.
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Alessandra Ambrosio Has a Girl
In Brazil on Sunday, the gorgoeus Victoria Secret model and her boyfriend of 3 years, gave birth to their first child. A girl!! “To all of our family and friends, we are pleased to announce that our little princess Anja Louise Ambrosio Mazur was born on Sunday Aug 24 at 7:32 p.m.,” Ambrosio says in a statement. “She is 6.3 lbs. and absolutely perfect.” So far, Ambrosio says, motherhood has been a breeze. “She hasn’t cried once except for a second when they pulled her out,” says Ambrosio, who continued modeling during her pregnancy, and plans to be back at work in time for November’s Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. “We have now felt a new kind of love and joy that we never knew existed.” We are all very happy for you two. We hope all is well and remains well. We cannot wait to see you Alessandra to be back modeling on stage. Can you keep your physique? Time will tell.
Matt Damon’s wife Luciana gives birth to girl
Matt and his wife Luciana gave birth to a baby girl Wednesday, his spokeswoman said. The baby’s name is Gia Zavala Damon, spokeswoman Jennifer Allen told The Associated Press, adding: “Everyone is great and she is a healthy, beautiful baby girl.” We want to wish you well and congratulate you on your new bundle of joy.
Dave Matthews Band saxophonist dies, spokeswoman says
LeRoi Moore, saxophonist and founding member of the Dave Matthews Band, died Tuesday from complications stemming from injuries he sustained in an ATV accident, the band’s publicist said.
LeRoi Moore, a founding member of the Dave Matthews Band, died Tuesday.
Moore, 47, died “unexpectedly” at a hospital, publicist Ambrosia Healy said in a statement.
Moore was taken to Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, and had been rehabilitating at his L.A. home after the June 30 accident at his farm outside Charlottesville, Virginia.
The Dave Matthews Band was formed in Charlottesville in 1991 by Matthews, drummer Carter Beauford and Moore, an established saxophonist in the local music scene. Their first album, “Remember Two Things,” was released in 1993 and featured what would become the band’s trademark mixture of jazz, rock and world-music stylings.
“Jazz is probably my main influence, but at this stage I don’t really consider myself a jazz musician,” Moore is quoted as saying on the band’s Web site. “I have plenty of space to improvise, to try new ideas.”
The band’s follow-up record, “Under the Table and Dreaming,” has been certified quadruple-platinum, selling over 4 million copies.
The group was scheduled to play Tuesday night at the Staples Center in Los Angeles and was planning to go on with the show, according to the statement. Jeff Coffin, saxophonist for Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, has been sitting in for Moore since Moore’s accident.
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Thousands Say Good Bye to a Comic Legend
Over 6,000 fans, friends, and family, where in attendance at the funeral for the recently deceased Bernie Mac. Paying tribute to a comic legend with the likes of Richard Pryor and Red Foxx. Cedric The Entertainer even cracked a joke stating that even in his death, he is still the hottest ticket in town. Amongst those in attendance was the Mayor of Chicago who said:
“He wanted to help get children away from a life of crime and violence, That’s why he’s the king of comedy. He never lost his soul in Chicago.”
Bernie Mac Died 8-9 in a Chicago area hospital from complications with pneumonia.
R.I.P Bern
Kanye West wants some space!
It’s not surprise that Kanye West is a total diva! Kanye played at the Virgin Festival in Baltimore this week where he successfully had everyone in the V.I.P. area kicked out!
“There were risers on the stage for VIP guests to get a bird’s-eye view of all the performances,” said a source to the NY Post. “Everyone was on the seats in the wings for the Foo Fighters, Lupe Fiasco and Jack Johnson.” But then someone from West’s crew ordered the VIPs to leave minutes before his performance. The crowd was told, “Kanye didn’t want them onstage with him.” West’s rep had “no comment.”
For those of you who missed it because of his royal Diva here is a vid:
Are Ellen and Portia going to marry today?
Ellen Degeneris and hottie fiance Portia de Rossi are keeping mum about the whole thing but it seems that the couple’s Beverly Hills home was very active yesterday. A truck from LA celebrity florist Mark’s Garden made deliveries throughout the day and DeGeneres’ mother, Betty, was seen at the site.
Ellen and Portia who met in 2004 during a photoshoot had to put their attraction on hold due to the fact that both were dating other people. The hands of fate brought them together again later that year during the VH-1 Awards and the two have been together ever since.
Portia is rumored to be wearing a flowing, form-fitting dress by designer Zac Posen and Ellen is rumored to be wearing a pants suit, her trademark outfit at formal events.
Congrats to the lovely couple!
August 13th Happy Birthday To…
Happy Birthday to:
Rapper Lloyd Banks (1978)
actor Danny Bonaduce (1959)
singer Dan Fogelberg (1951)
actor Kevin Tighe (1944)
Hawaiian icon Don Ho (1930)
actor Neville Brand (1920 d. 1992)
actor Charles ‘Buddy’ Rogers (1904 d. 1999)
film director Alfred Hitchcock (1899 d. 1980)
‘The Wizard of Oz’ Lion Bert Lahr (1895 d. 1967)
legendary wild west sharpshooter Annie Oakley (1860 d. 1926)
August 12th Happy Birthday to…
Happy Birthday to:
Relient K singer Matt Thiessen (1980)
actress Dominigue Swain (1980)
Horror film actress Rebecca Gayheart (1971)
Tennis player Peter Sampras (1971)
writer/director Kevin Smith (1970)
Actor Peter Krause (1965)
Canadian Character actor Bruce Greenwood (1956)
actor Sam Jones (1954)
guitarist Pat Metheny (1954)
Dire Straits frontman Mark Knopfler (1949)
actress Deborah Walley (1943 d. 2001)
actor George Hamilton (1939)
country singer Buck Owens (1929 d. 2006)
singer Joe ‘Boogaloo’ Jones (1926 d. 2005)
actor John Derek (9126 d. 1998)
actress Jane Wyatt (1911)
director Cecil B. DeMille (1881 d.1959)
Happy Birthday:
Death Cab for Cutie singer Ben Gibbard (1976)
Actor Will Friedle (1974)
Oasis bassist Andy Bell (1970)
guitarist Charlie Sexton (1968)
‘Fear Factor’ host Joe Rogan (1967)
Ramones drummer Richie Ramone (1957)
singer Joe Jackson (1954)
WWE superstar Hulk Hogan (1953)
singer/songwriter Eric Carmen (1949)
country singer John Conlee (1946)
‘Star Wars’ Episodes I. II, III and VI actor Ian McDiarmid (1944)
actress Arlene Dahl (1928)
‘Roots’ author Alex Hayley (1921 d. 1992)
Soul Singer Isaac Hayes, Has Died
According to CNN, Isaac Hayes died in his home in Tennessee. Isaac was a a Grammy and an Oscar award winning soulful artist. Hayes was taken to Baptist East Hospital in Memphis, and was pronounced dead at 2:08 AM.His wife found him on the floor laying next to a treadmill.
