LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ellen DeGeneres is putting the California Supreme Court ruling in favor of gay marriage into action — she and Portia de Rossi plan to wed, DeGeneres announced during a taping of her talk show. DeGeneres was taping the episode of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Thursday, the day the state's high court struck down California laws against gay marriage, and it was to air Friday, a person close to the production said.
The person, who was not authorized to discuss the matter publicly, spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity.
Citing the court's ruling, DeGeneres said she and girlfriend de Rossi ("Ally McBeal," "Nip/Tuck") would be getting married.
De Rossi, 35, who was in the studio, and DeGeneres, 50, were applauded by audience members, the person close to the production said.
Calls and e-mails late Thursday to DeGeneres' publicist were not immediately returned.
The court ruling means same-sex couples could tie the knot in as little as a month. However, religious and social conservatives are seeking to put a constitutional amendment on the ballot in November that would undo the Supreme Court ruling and ban gay marriage.
DeGeneres has boldly used TV before to make a stand for gay rights.
In 1997, she brought her character on the ABC sitcom "Ellen" out of the closet, making the show the first on prime-time network TV to have an openly gay lead. The move drew cheers from gay civil rights organizations but was condemned by some religious groups.
A month before, DeGeneres had proclaimed from the cover of Time magazine that she was a lesbian.
DeGeneres and the glamorous de Rossi have been a familiar couple at Hollywood events, including the Academy Awards. Previously, DeGeneres had a high-profile relationship with actress Anne Heche.
In a 2005 interview with Allure magazine, the comedian said she hoped she and de Rossi are "together the rest of our lives."
"I never would have thought my life would have turned out this way," DeGeneres told the magazine. "To have money. Or to have a gorgeous girlfriend. I just feel so lucky with everything in my life right now." YAHOO-Associated Press.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Thursday, May 15, 2008
2 states down...50 more to go!!
California's top court overturns gay marriage ban
SAN FRANCISCO - In a monumental victory for the gay rights movement, the California Supreme Court overturned a voter-approved ban on gay marriage Thursday in a ruling that would allow same-sex couples in the nation's biggest state to tie the knot.
Domestic partnerships are not a good enough substitute for marriage, the justices ruled 4-3 in an opinion written by Chief Justice Ron George.
Outside the courthouse, gay marriage supporters cried and cheered as news spread of the decision.
"Our state now recognizes that an individual's capacity to establish a loving and long-term committed relationship with another person and responsibly to care for and raise children does not depend upon the individual's sexual orientation," the court wrote.
The city of San Francisco, two dozen gay and lesbian couples and gay rights groups sued in March 2004 after the court halted San Francisco's monthlong same-sex wedding march.
"Today the California Supreme Court took a giant leap to ensure that everybody — not just in the state of California, but throughout the country — will have equal treatment under the law," said City Attorney Dennis Herrera, who argued the case for San Francisco. By LISA LEFF, Associated Press Writer
I think this is a momentous event! Gay and Lesbian couples are entitled to the same marital rights as heterosexual couples. When two people are in love and want to solidify that love by taking vows of marriage no one has the right to stop them. This is just the beginning. History has a way of repeating itself. It wasn't that long ago that segregation and separate water fountains where displayed for blacks and whites. We have conquered that battle and this battle of same-sex marriage state wide will to be conquered.
SAN FRANCISCO - In a monumental victory for the gay rights movement, the California Supreme Court overturned a voter-approved ban on gay marriage Thursday in a ruling that would allow same-sex couples in the nation's biggest state to tie the knot.
Domestic partnerships are not a good enough substitute for marriage, the justices ruled 4-3 in an opinion written by Chief Justice Ron George.
Outside the courthouse, gay marriage supporters cried and cheered as news spread of the decision.
"Our state now recognizes that an individual's capacity to establish a loving and long-term committed relationship with another person and responsibly to care for and raise children does not depend upon the individual's sexual orientation," the court wrote.
The city of San Francisco, two dozen gay and lesbian couples and gay rights groups sued in March 2004 after the court halted San Francisco's monthlong same-sex wedding march.
"Today the California Supreme Court took a giant leap to ensure that everybody — not just in the state of California, but throughout the country — will have equal treatment under the law," said City Attorney Dennis Herrera, who argued the case for San Francisco. By LISA LEFF, Associated Press Writer
I think this is a momentous event! Gay and Lesbian couples are entitled to the same marital rights as heterosexual couples. When two people are in love and want to solidify that love by taking vows of marriage no one has the right to stop them. This is just the beginning. History has a way of repeating itself. It wasn't that long ago that segregation and separate water fountains where displayed for blacks and whites. We have conquered that battle and this battle of same-sex marriage state wide will to be conquered.
Friday, May 9, 2008
Alternative medicine may be the way to GO!
To Your Health: 10 Treatments to live by
My friend, Cindy, has been suffering from bronchitis and sinusitis for a few months. She received dozens of prescriptions to help bring her back to good health, but unfortunately, the multitude of pills have not worked. Yesterday she went back to the doctors office in an attempt to get properly diagnosed. Well, after more tests and more prescriptions they just don't know why her chest is congested and her breathing continues to be constricted. I proceeded to tell her that she needs to seek homoepathic treatment or alternative medicine to find the root cause of her problem, which would in effect solve the problem. In my opinion, doctors just want to keep their patients sick and keep prescribing medications to rake in profits. They don't want to make us better, they want to keep us sick! I found 10 alternative treatments to common ailments that have scientific proof to back up their claims:
Dandruff-
Tea tree oil can wipe out dandruff's white flakes naturally. It has been used for centuries as an antiseptic and antifungal agent. A study found that tea tree oil shampoo significantly reduced dandruff. It also may work on athlete's foot, toenail fungus and acne.
Back Pain
One in five adults have tried chiropractic treatment for back pain, neck pain or headaches. The idea is that when the spine, or another body part is out of whack, the body can't heal itself. Unlike most alternative medicine, many insurance policies cover chiropractic care.
Migraines
Acupuncture- the ancient chinese practice of inserting thin needles into specific parts of the body. Studies have found that acupuncture may be as effective as traditional medicine in treating migraines. Experts caution, however, if you don't see an improvement after several treatments, acupuncture probably won't help.
Indigestion
Peppermint can help alleviate stomach aches, improve symptoms of irritable bowl syndrome, and relieve indigestion. Try chewing on peppermint leaves after a big meal or sipping on mint tea. It can also be taken as an oil in capsule or liquid form.
Insomnia
Doing yoga at least 3 times a week might help you sleep. Yoga's deep breathing and meditation techniques clear the body of stress, making it easier to fall asleep and it won't leave you feeling groggy.
Joint Pain
Years of playing sports can do a number on the knees, resulting in osteoarthritis. To fight through the pain, many people turn to glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate supplements. Glucosamine can promote the growth of cartilage and repair it, while chondroitin promotes elasticity and blocks enzymes that break down cartilage.
Depression
Sometimes referred to as herbal prozac, small European studies have concluded that St. John's wort is useful in treating mild depression, but not severe depression.
Premenstrual Syndrome
Taking chasteberry can reduce symptoms of PMS, including breast tenderness, irritability, depressed mood and headache. Also known as monk's pepper, chasteberry has been used for more that 2,500 years for gynecological conditions. The berry of the chaste tree can stimulate progesterone production, which, in turn, stabilizes hormone levels and makes you feel better.
Common cold
Echinacea is the most used natural product, and for good reason: it helps fight the common cold. Echinacea boosts immunity and helps shorten and prevent colds.
Sunburn
After a long day at the beach, many use aloe vera for relief. The aloe gel can help burns as well as abrasions. The gel, which is squeezed from the leaves of the aloe plan, is antibacterial and stimulates the immune system. People also take aloe orally for conditions including diabetes and asthma.
My friend, Cindy, has been suffering from bronchitis and sinusitis for a few months. She received dozens of prescriptions to help bring her back to good health, but unfortunately, the multitude of pills have not worked. Yesterday she went back to the doctors office in an attempt to get properly diagnosed. Well, after more tests and more prescriptions they just don't know why her chest is congested and her breathing continues to be constricted. I proceeded to tell her that she needs to seek homoepathic treatment or alternative medicine to find the root cause of her problem, which would in effect solve the problem. In my opinion, doctors just want to keep their patients sick and keep prescribing medications to rake in profits. They don't want to make us better, they want to keep us sick! I found 10 alternative treatments to common ailments that have scientific proof to back up their claims:
Dandruff-
Tea tree oil can wipe out dandruff's white flakes naturally. It has been used for centuries as an antiseptic and antifungal agent. A study found that tea tree oil shampoo significantly reduced dandruff. It also may work on athlete's foot, toenail fungus and acne.
Back Pain
One in five adults have tried chiropractic treatment for back pain, neck pain or headaches. The idea is that when the spine, or another body part is out of whack, the body can't heal itself. Unlike most alternative medicine, many insurance policies cover chiropractic care.
Migraines
Acupuncture- the ancient chinese practice of inserting thin needles into specific parts of the body. Studies have found that acupuncture may be as effective as traditional medicine in treating migraines. Experts caution, however, if you don't see an improvement after several treatments, acupuncture probably won't help.
Indigestion
Peppermint can help alleviate stomach aches, improve symptoms of irritable bowl syndrome, and relieve indigestion. Try chewing on peppermint leaves after a big meal or sipping on mint tea. It can also be taken as an oil in capsule or liquid form.
Insomnia
Doing yoga at least 3 times a week might help you sleep. Yoga's deep breathing and meditation techniques clear the body of stress, making it easier to fall asleep and it won't leave you feeling groggy.
Joint Pain
Years of playing sports can do a number on the knees, resulting in osteoarthritis. To fight through the pain, many people turn to glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate supplements. Glucosamine can promote the growth of cartilage and repair it, while chondroitin promotes elasticity and blocks enzymes that break down cartilage.
Depression
Sometimes referred to as herbal prozac, small European studies have concluded that St. John's wort is useful in treating mild depression, but not severe depression.
Premenstrual Syndrome
Taking chasteberry can reduce symptoms of PMS, including breast tenderness, irritability, depressed mood and headache. Also known as monk's pepper, chasteberry has been used for more that 2,500 years for gynecological conditions. The berry of the chaste tree can stimulate progesterone production, which, in turn, stabilizes hormone levels and makes you feel better.
Common cold
Echinacea is the most used natural product, and for good reason: it helps fight the common cold. Echinacea boosts immunity and helps shorten and prevent colds.
Sunburn
After a long day at the beach, many use aloe vera for relief. The aloe gel can help burns as well as abrasions. The gel, which is squeezed from the leaves of the aloe plan, is antibacterial and stimulates the immune system. People also take aloe orally for conditions including diabetes and asthma.
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