Cory Booker’s prolific tweeting during last December’s epic snowstorm turned the Newark Mayor into a social-media superhero.
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Cathie Black to Step Down as New York City Schools Chancellor
After a brief and controversial tenure as New York City’s Schools Chancellor, city officials announced Cathie Black, a former magazine executive with no education experience, will step down Thursday morning.
Five-Year-Old YouTube Star to Be Named Honorary New Jersey Governor
All Jesse Koczon wanted was to be governor, but at age four, everyone was telling him he was too small. It was enough to make a kid want to cry — which, thankfully for YouTube viewers, Jesse did.
‘The Governator’ is Back: Arnold Schwarzenegger Returns as a Cartoon Hero
Arnie had been keeping mum about what he’s going to do after his stint and governor of California. Until this Monday, when he announced on Twitter he’d be back – as crime-fighting, life-saving animated superhero the Governator.
Are Soldiers Under 21 Old Enough to Drink? They Might Be in Alaska
An Alaskan lawmaker has suggested that if soldiers under the age of 21 are entitled to risk their lives abroad, then they should be able to indulge in drinking and smoking too.
Coded Messages? Mystery Surrounds Australian Spy Novelist Missing in China
Where in the world is Yang Hengjun?
Presidential Buzz: White House Garden Home to a Beehive
While NewsFeed wasn’t fortunate enough to be offered a jar of the up-and-coming White House honey, world leaders have found themselves a touch more privileged.
Priorities: Did Obama Plan His Libya Speech Around ‘Dancing with the Stars?’
Who knew that reality TV had such pull that it even impacted upon the most powerful man in the world?
Powerful Playlists: The Music that Moves World Leaders
One of the best ways to ensure your favorite musical group will play a personal concert for you is to become a world leader.
Watch President Obama’s Libya Speech in Three Minutes
Want to keep up on current events, but just don’t have the time? We’re here for you.
Birther Backlash: Turns Out, Donald Trump’s ‘Birth Certificate’ Isn’t Legitimate
You know what they say about karma, Donald.
Weekend Wrap-Up: Libya’s Rebel Rousing and a Political Passing
Yep, another Monday, NewsFeeders. Let’s hope that March, as proverbially promised, goes out like a lamb. Here’s what you missed this weekend while you were dreaming of warmer weather.