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Overnight Briefing & General Reality Check - May 5, 2017
May 5, 2017
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Keeping Up With the Trump Family:
Plastic surgeons say the nation wants to look more like an IVANKA TRUMP and less like a KARDASHIAN. The Hollywood Reportersays top plastic surgeons are seeing more patients who want to emulate President DONALD TRUMP's 35-year-old daughter --everything from her cheekbones to the fullness and proportions of her eyes, nose and lips. One expert said "My patients in their 20s still want to look like KYLIE JENNER, but those in their 30s to mid-40s are going for a softer, classic appearance, more like Ivanka Trump." Another described the trend as an "aesthetic look [that] is moving nationally from a Kardashian type to an Ivanka Trump look --less done." (Bartha)
Grace notes:
Sir PAUL McCARTNEY is once again the richest musician in the UK. The Sunday Times of London will print its annual list of wealthy Brits this weekend. Paul and his wife NANCY SHEVELL's come in at number one with $1.7-billion dollars. That's up $25-million from last year. Lord ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER is in at number 2 with $956-million dollars. U2 is next with $708-million dollars, split four ways. Sir ELTON JOHN is fourth with a 2017 total of $374-million, with Sir MICK JAGGER rounding out the Top 5, taking in $323-million dollars. His cohort, KEITH RICHARDS is 6th with $303-million, and Mick probably reminds him of that every day! (Marino)
Pet Patrol:
They say laughter is the best medicine. But, maybe the best medicine is music.
A Colorado veterinarian has been using his guitar playing skills to soothe sick animals. Dr. ROSS HENDERSON of Fox Hollow Animal Hospital has been playing guitar for dogs and cats who are scheduled for surgery. A spokesperson for the clinic says, "Sometimes your patient just needs you to go the extra mile to make them feel comfortable... Dr. Ross has mastered the technique." Video posted online shows Henderson performing an ELVIS song for a six-month old puppy named RUBY. The clip is going viral. (Still)Top 10 Mexican Stereotypes for Cinco de Mayo:
(Source: Prezi.com)
Stereotypes are inevitable, but, which ones are based on reality and which ones are fictional?
1. Sombreros. Although they are a great way to avoid getting sunburned, you will never see anyone wearing one. Ever.
2. Tequila. Best kind of alcohol there is.
3. Drug Cartels. It is the main issue in Mexico, but drug lords don't overrule our lives.
4. Tacos. Either after a party or at a family gathering, tacos are simply the best option.
5. "¡Arriba, arriba!" Again, you will never hear it from a Mexican.
6. Beautiful sights. By far, one of the most beautiful countries.
7. Salsas. And no taco is complete without a good, spicy salsa.
8. Mariachis. Not as popular as they used to be, but definitely great at parties.
9. Cacti everywhere. Although they're part of our flag, cacti aren't that common.
10. Sleeping all day. We wish this one could be true. -
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