The U.N.’s World Food Program says it needs $6.3 billion this year, up $600 million from last year. They cite the fighting in Darfur, continuing third-world famine and Rosie O’Donnell’s inability to find work.
Regional airline pilots reportedly make less than the average wage of a New York City taxi driver. Yet, they bathe.
The wife of the founder of 1-800-Mattress was found dead in her home and her son has been charged with her murder. No word yet as to if he’ll also be charged with removing the tag.
The Senate proposed a credit card bill that forces lenders to take the personal behavior of borrowers into account. Great. One more person I’ll have to explain those charges to 1-900-WET-LIPS to.
Seven people at an office in San Diego were hospitalized when fumes from rotting food in the refrigerator made them sick. Said one, “Well, it still beats Applebee’s.”
Great Moments in Jest History (From The Jesting Archives): October 4, 2005
The U.S. Mint has unveiled the new design of the nickel. The front features a smiling Thomas Jefferson. The back features REDACTED.
