2 PROBABLE SWINE FLU CASES AT GWU
D.C.'s first two probable cases of swine flu are female students at George Washington University, according to D.C. health officials. Both are recovering. Their symptoms were considered to be mild, a health official said. One of the students went to a travel area of concern and she then passed it on to another student. They were moved from their dorm rooms to private rooms for comfort and to limit exposure, according to the university. (NBCWashington.com)
HAUTE VOLUNTEERISM
Michelle Obama has taken casual to a haute new level. While volunteering Wednesday at a D.C. food bank, the First Lady sported her usual J.Crew cardigan, a pair of utilitarian capri pants and, on her feet, a sneaky splurge: trainers that go for $540. Michelle Obama has taken casual to a haute new level. While volunteering Wednesday at a D.C. food bank, the First Lady sported her usual J.Crew cardigan, a pair of utilitarian capri pants and, on her feet, a sneaky splurge: trainers that go for $540. (NY Daily News)
BAD DOG LEARNS NEW TRICKS?
Forget minor league football. Michael Vick has a new job offer waiting for him: PETA spokesman. The ex-NFL superstar - who is serving prison time for funding an illegal dog-fighting ring - is in talks to do public service ads for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, AdAge.com reports. The new gig is part of a comprehensive PR attempt to transform the disgraced quarterback's image -- and possibly get him re-admitted to the NFL. (WTOP)
WINDSOR CASTLE IS FOR LOVERS
Queen Elizabeth II was at home at Windsor Castle, the sentries who guard her were on duty, and the large park surrounding the magnificent building was full of tourists on a Sunday afternoon. So it didn't take long for people to realize that something was out of order when a couple enjoying a picnic on the lawn had too much to drink, stripped naked and began having sex on their blanket. (USA Today)
