Friday, September 30, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

Hello my faithful Syclers!

Sister Wives' children never learned how to dress themselves


BlindGossip – The public relations team behind a cheating male celebrity believes that the best defense is a good offense. The team is reaching out to every media contact to suggest they use  words like “promiscuous”, “liar”, “alcohol”, “drugs”, “tattoo” and “golddigger” in every article to describe the girl involved in the affair. They are also encouraging media to use the words “committed”, “united”, “devoted”, “happy”, and “generous” (?) to describe the couple. Their objective is to distract attention from their boy’s bad behavior and shaky relationship by destroying any remaining shreds of the girl’s reputation. Nice.

SOLVED!
It’s Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore! Source: BG
Please note that this item is from September 2010 – a full year ago. Nothing has changed since then. Ashton is still cheating. Except this time he’s going to have a tougher time discrediting the woman/women (yes, you’ll be hearing about more than one) making the allegations.
On Thursday, Kutcher finally broke his silence – sort of – when he tweeted a link to his Spotify account. His current jam? Public Enemy’s song “Don’t Believe the Hype.” Kutcher let the song title speak for itself and did not add any additional commentary.
Well, you should definitely believe the hype. All of it. Ashton Kutcher is cheating dog. Always has been. However, this time, he won’t have Demi Moore backing him up with tweets of love and solidarity and distracting bikini photos.  And he’s going to have a much tougher time convincing people that the girls with whom he had affairs are the golddigging liars and that he is the devoted husband and victim.
Jennifer Aniston's new man is a real catch? What is Jen really into?
Psilocybin is pretty awesome axtually

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Spin Sycle for Wednesday September 28 2011

What's up Syclers?  Here's a chance for you to tell me what you think!  Gossip is a bit slow these days so tell me in the comments....what would you like to see on the site?

North Ireland farmer tells Rihanna to cover it up!

Are Demi and Ashton in trouble?  or is it a big PR stunt since Ashton started two and a Half Men?

And Jessica Simpson has played the only card she has left to pull from her tired deck:
[BlindGossip] This female star has certainly had her ups and downs. Her career has gone up and down and has expanded over more than one creative medium. She has dated at least three or four famous guys, has been married to and divorced from another celebrity, and is a tabloid staple. Depending on who you talk to and which day it is, she is either gorgeous or ugly. Well, we know one thing for sure: she is pregnant! She is seven weeks along, and you should expect the announcement within the next couple of weeks. She could wait longer, but she wants to avoid the criticisms about her fluctuating weight. She thinks it will be good for people to know that she “has a baby on board, rather than a burrito on board.” Both she and her partner are very happy about the pregnancy. Oh, and they will be getting married, although the wedding will now happen after the baby is born.

SOLVED!
It’s Jessica Simpson! Source: BG and Everywhere















and a Blind item for you (easy):
[BlindGossip] The kids of this celebrity couple are not handling the upcoming divorce too well. One is angry and getting into fights at school. Another is crying every day and begging the couple to stay together.  Another is in total denial and keeps cheerfully insisting to friends and relatives that the rumors are all lies and that the marriage is fine. Now that’s an actor in the making! We wonder if they know that Mommy and Daddy have been bearding for each other from the beginning.

Friday, September 23, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

Hey Syclers what's going on?

Kim Delaney is fucked up

Dwell on this a moment.  Hugh Jackman broke this guy's jaw.  Right. Here.  PR stunt?


George Clooney is about to dump another one

Helen Mirren pole dances.  Yes, Helen Mirren likes to POLE DANCE

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

SpinSycle for Wednesday September 21 2011

Tara Reid at 2007 Much Music AwardsImage via Wikipedia
Hey Syclers!  What's up?

Buzz Aldrin, astronaut, is gettin his groove on with a younger woman......get it man!

Robert Footface Pattinson to jump gears and get into music

Charlie Sheen is set with Warner Brothers settlement

No Tara Reid, nobody wants to see you pregnant.

How low will Netflix go?




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Friday, September 16, 2011

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday September 15 2011

Hey Syclers!  Thanks for stopping by!  What's up?

The 14th would have been Amy Winehouse's 28th birthday.  Here's Amy's duet with Tony Bennett:



and a treat:

[BlindGossip] There is a rumor going around that they are ring-shopping and getting engaged. No. While she may be looking at rings, he is not. These tales of ring-shopping and wedding-planning are pure gossip supplied by her publicist to make people think that their client is every man’s dream girl. She sure is… if your dream girl would never sleep with you. You see, she is a lesbian. A very pretty lesbian, but a lesbian nonetheless. Always has been. He was her beard. Even though they are still friendly (cordial would probably be more accurate ) he still agrees to be seen with her occasionally to keep tongues wagging. It’s over, and he has moved on to another hot actress… who really does sleep with him.


as a coincidence, I found this story:

Britney Spear's boyfriend Jason Trawick was spotted browsing jewelry with high-end retailer Pascal Mouaward Monday. Could he be looking for an engagement ring for Britney?
Despite reportedly spending hours with the jewelers, a representative for Britney told People that "There is no truth to that report with regards to engagement rings. However, Jason was there to discuss other matters with Pascal, but nothing relating to him personally.
Hmmmm....
Jason Trawick and Britney Spears

Monday, September 12, 2011

Friday, September 9, 2011

Blind Item Friday!

What's going on, Syclers!!


[BlindGossip] There are lots of rumors flying as to why this famous performer is switching professional teams. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not because she is jealous that another performer that the company reps is getting more attention than her. It’s because she and her e-boss got into a huge fight about her personal life.
You see, her former company did more than make her a professional success. When the performer ran into some serious trouble with an old beau, the company did everything possible to protect her and get her personal and professional life back on track. They exhibited tremendous loyalty to her to the point of alienating others in the industry.
And what does she do to thank them? Make questionable videos and try to get back together with the beau who almost ruined her career. Both of these actions are real slaps in the face to those at the top of their game who worked so hard to build and protect her career.
So they let her go. You can’t manage someone who is so determined to undermine her own success.
*Spin's guess:  Rihanna and Jay Z's Rocnation*
Oh and totally random:  Joe Jonas, ganja user

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday September 08 2011

Hey Syclers, miss me?  ;)  What's going on!

Lady Gaga has a new romance?

Jessica Simpson tries desperately to stay relevant

Sailor Moon News!!!

Kate Gosselin talks about her show being cancelled.  Can you imagine what she would say?

Regulate weed like wine?  What a novel idea!

Enjoy Tayisha Busay  FOCUS


Monday, September 5, 2011

Honest John.....Had to share

He's honest!  Just how exactly does one go about picking the dumbest c*nt around to be in charge of the DEA?


Monday, August 29, 2011

Spin Sycle for Monday, August 29 2011

still independent, Syclers!  you're getting all my thoughts and opinions!

The days of creativity for creativity's sake are dead, Lady Gaga is responsible for the killing

Beyonce is pregnant.....while I'm not a fan of hers, I do think she's chosen her timing well.  Her contracts should be all current, she's made her money and her mark in music, now is the perfect time for her and Jay to start having babies.



and a blind item for you:
Which celeb break-up seems to have been more to do with failed IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) than the the wife’s supposed affair? The man had his heart set on a son and heir. Since the wife was quite relieved it didn’t work, a break-up was probably the best thing all round.  *Spin's guess: Elizabeth Hurley and Arun Nayar*

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

Enjoy some Dubstep!



Bonus from Blindgossip:
[BlindGossip] We know you’re hearing conflicting reports about a certain celebrity couple. So, you want to know what’s really going on? Of course you do! Here you go:

1. Saying that their marriage is “intact” is simply a fresh way of saying that they are not yet divorced. Therefore, it is a true statement.
2. Celebrities want to be in control of the timing of announcements about their personal lives. They get really irritated when information leaks out prematurely. This couple is no exception. The info was leaked and they are furious. Expect them and their publicist/s to continue to deny any rumors to maintain a modicum of control until all the pieces are in place for the divorce.
3. Whenever a couple insists on excessive PDA and statements about how manly/ womanly/ sexually active they are, you should immediately suspect that at least one of them is bearding for the other. In this case, it’s a double bearding.
4. There are two publicists involved, not just one, and they are not playing well together. One contributing factor is a recent agent/agency shuffle.
5. Although the couple hasn’t really spent any time together in the past month or so, the one thing on which all publicists can agree is… photo ops! So you should expect several staged photo ops in the near future of the “intact” family. There will be lots of big, fake smiles and boisterous, fake laughter and playful, fake cuddling. They’re actors, people. All of them. Actors know how to fake happyness.
5. Leaking information that a woman is having a secret affair with her costar is a very creative way of trying to convince people that your client is heterosexual. She is not.
7. Don’t expect anyone to come out of the closet on this one as a result of the divorce. Their livelihoods depend on them being perceived as stereotypes of an A-list masculine action hero and a sexy and devoted mom.
8. Threats of lawsuits are mere blustering and are meant to discourage the media from printing additional stories. The truth is that this couple would never actually expose themselves to discovery (e.g. interrogatories, depositions, requests to produce documents).
9. They’re done.
10. Yes, we’re sure. We have only one degree of separation from this couple.

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday August 25 2011

what's up Syclers!!  There's a lot going on!!

It's been some hours now, here's the official denial that Will Smith and Jada Pinkett are splitting

oblig/
Woll Smoth

speaking of (blind item): Which hip-hop star is spending his time sitting at a corner table at nightclubs to see how the youth are responding to his music because he’s scared he is getting old and out of touch?
Hmmmm.....supposedly Will Smith is supposed to be working on a new album

Michael Jackson fan clubs want the tribute concert cancelled.  Frankly,  I think I agree with them.  What's the point? Just to squeeze a little more $ out of a dead man?

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner to have third child....I think Ben wants a boy!

Amy Winehouse did not die from an overdose of illegal drugs.  Cause of death yet to be determined though so that leaves these speculations:  rumor is she had heart problems from her previous drug use, did her heart just give out?  Did she OD on a mix of prescriptions and alcohol?

Francis Bean Cobain is 19.  I'll just leave these here:





Saturday, August 20, 2011

What Spin wants to know is

Why the Fuck is Pete Doherty still alive???

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The ex-Libertines singer is reportedly planning on dedicating his shows at Reading and Leeds Festivals to the late singer.Maybe his recent stint in jail gave him time to think and reflect? Pete got out of the clink last month after serving only two months of a six-month sentence for cocaine possession. According to reports in the Daily Star On Sunday,Pete wants to do something special to mark the death of his talented pal.

“Pete was really good mates with Amy and he’s still really cut up about her death. He hopes to help get rid of his demons by dedicating his festival gigs to her memory. He loved her music and hopes he can do it justice,”said a source.

“I'm struggling with f***ing everything because I'm so bewildered about what happened to Amy. I was in bed when I heard the news of her death. Someone had to wake me up to tell me. I couldn't take it in and still can't. Coming to terms with what has happened is almost impossible. It's hard to think she's not with us anymore.”

Hopefully this will be the wake up call Pete needs to finally get clean and sober.

Read more at ONTD:http://ohnotheydidnt.livejournal.com/62105655.html#comments#ixzz1Vb1jM89f





Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday August 18 2011

Miss me Syclers??  Still an independent blog!

Whatever, Kelly Preston, are you sure it wasn't the electroshock therapy?

Well, Pedobear would approve anyway.

Chris Evans does a serious role

Will Smith wants you to remember who the hell he was

Beyonce declares that she's ready to make babies....just be prepared if it doesn't happen right away when you think it should, Bey.

Marc Anthony says $cientology split up his marriage

Here's Lady Gaga's Newest, You & I:


Monday, August 15, 2011

Blind Item Monday!

See if you can figure these out, Syclers!  Put your guess in the comments

[CDAN] Which A list celebrity couple are having a “trial separation” while he is on tour?


[BlindGossip] With so many mixed marriages in Hollywood, you might think that people of different religions marrying would not be such a big deal. Well, it is to this future bride. Her faith is so important to her that her fiancé is secretly converting to her religion.  The demands of the conversion are quite rigorous. In addition to disciplined studies and participation in various ceremonies, he has also scheduled a very specific physical transformation to comply with the traditions of his new religion. While his training has certainly conditioned his body to handle any physical challenge, this is one procedure for which he can’t train. The two will be married after his conversion is complete, which should be before the end of the year.



Tidbit: This black soap opera actor loves exposing himself to female adult stars when he's under the influence of cocaine; which is often. 
Due to his abnormal size, they often tell him 'you need to be in the adult industry!'
This party boy is also try-sexual and will try anything once.
Allegedly, soap opera bosses are not happy with his offscreen behavior. (Panache Report).


Friday, August 12, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

Hey Syclers!  I'm melting here!

Lisa Bonet, it seems, is smashing Jason Momoa and I'm behind in the news


Is Ashely Olson Pregnant?  You know, since everyone else is these days




And a blind item for you:

There’s something about this top Hollywood star who secretly split from his D-list actress wife – and she’s about to file for divorce! They still pretend to be a happy couple and even appear in public with their children, but the truth is he has a weak spot for prostitutes!
National Enquirer


Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor?

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday August 11 2011

Hey Syclers!  Keeping track of those London riots?  I see you, London!

George Lopez had a late night show?

KISS man Paul Stanley welcomed new daughter Emily Grace!

Justin Timberlake getting his ass back into music?

Does Hawaii have one hell of a fertility clinic?  Let's Ask Jennifer Aniston

Geez, what's with all the baby talk already??  Is Princess Kate pregnant?

Learn how to cuddle the John Stamos way!!

Friday, August 5, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

How you doing, Syclers?

YAWN  Jessica Simpson might be pregnant.

Lamar Odom:  Go see your grandmother

Desperate Housewives to end....finally



Britney Spears is not going to age well.

Dear Kelly Osbourne:  it's time to STFU and sit down.

Did Queen Latifah finally come out?

Michael C. Hall loves his furbabies

ZOMG Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez split up?  Well, it was gonna happen

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday August 4 2011

Things have been a little crazy the past couple of days, Syclers!  Hope you're having fun!

[CDAN] This married nightly talk show host is perceived to be a goody goody. Truth is that within the past few weeks he had a female guest on his show simply because he was trying to have sex with her. It worked.  *Conan?*


and because nothing is really happening today, here's a pic of Hugh Hefner planking:


Monday, August 1, 2011

Blind Item Monday!

from Panache Report:



This (smooth) musical icon has a disturbing secret!  He once had a long-term affair with an underage girl.  She was only 15 when they started their illicit union.  Sadly, her family looked the other way as he lavished them with cash and expensive gifts.
He moved the girl into a love nest.  He became so brazen, the girl accompanied him to music industry events, again, people looked the other way because he's considered a legend.
Over the years, this girl had several abortions by him.  The affair ended when she turned 29.  He cut off hercredit cards and money supply.
She became angry and threatened to write a tell all, accusing him (among other things) of stealing her childhood.  She also planned to refer to him as a pedophile throughout the book.
When word got back to the icon, the girl began receiving death threats.

[BuzzFoto] This A List actress is tired of the pressure put on her from the public, as well as friends and family to have children. She’s actually been trying to conceive for years, dabbled with expensive fertility treatments and even considered adoption. She’s wanted to be a mother for a long time but resents the discourse among the press about the status of her womb, who are unaware of her secret struggle.  *I'm guessing Aniston on this one and I completely sympathize.  Maybe we could be cycle buddies, Jen?*


Saturday, July 30, 2011

Spin Sycle Saturday

Do Me Now.

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Jason Momoa at Comic Con.  6'4" and 230 lbs of hot Hawaiian sexxxiness.  My Dealer, who is 6'3"  asks, "why so skinny, Bro?"  True story.

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Hey Syclers!

This song has been in my head so I thought I'd share Wordy Rappinghood.  btw, that noise you hear at the beginning, if you're too young to know, is a typewriter.

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

The Spin Sycle for Wednesday, July 27 2011

What's up, Syclers?  Here's what's going on!

Jess James and Kat Von D are no longer together.  Surprised?  Maybe it turned into a battle of the egos and she wasn't willing to just do whatever he wanted

A new Amy Winehouse album to be released from her demos?  Good idea or not?  Her family and friends said goodbye  at her funeral, she was then cremated to join her grandmother

Nothing good can come out of two has-beens (Lindsay and Pari$) hanging out together again, desperate for attention

James Franco to go back to General Hospital

Gene Simmons finally proposes to Shannon Tweed

Ghost rider 2 is going to happen, Nick Cage to play two roles in in

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Sad Saturday Spin Sycle

The BBC is reporting that singer Amy Winehouse has been found dead.  Spin's guess would be overdose.  Is this surprising? No.  Sad? Very. Chalk up another member of the 27 Club.


Amy Winehouse found dead, aged 27

Breaking news
Singer Amy Winehouse, 27, has been found dead at her home, the Press Association has reported.
Last month, the north Londoner pulled out of her European tour after she was jeered at her comeback gig in Serbia for appearing too drunk to perform.
For 90 minutes, she mumbled through parts of songs and at times left the stage - leaving her band to fill in.
The troubled singer had a long battle with drink and drugs which overshadowed her musical career in recent years.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman confirmed that a 27-year-old woman had died in Camden and that the cause of death was as yet unexplained.
London Ambulance Service had been called to the flat at 1554 BST and sent two ambulances but the woman died, it said.

Friday, July 22, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

Hey Hey Syclers, guess what's back!!!  Here's a preview of the new Beavis and Butthead, a reason to actually watch MTV again!

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday July 21 2011

Hey Syclers!!  Be sure to follow me on Twitter!  @Spin_Sycle  accept no substitutes!!

Gird yer loins!  James Franco split up with his girlfriend!  I didn't even know he had a girlfriend!!

U Mad, Pari$?

Weston Cage, Nick Cage's son, arrested for domestic violence again

Here's some Edith Piaf for your enjoyment, an example of perfect pitch and true vocal talent....her voice required no AutoTune.  Bow to her greatness!  En Francais, La Foule:

Friday, July 15, 2011

Your Weekend Spin Sycle!!

OMG Syclers!!  Here's what's going on!!

Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony to divorce!  She's going back on the market, run for your life!!
Mila Kunis at the 2009 Comic Con in San Diego.Image via WikipediaMila Kunis, being the cool chick that she is, is in fact going to the Marine Corps ball

Is Pari$ Hilton pregnant? or is it a food baby?  she sure leaves it up for serious speculation.

Britney Spears sinks to a new low with Pauly D joining her tour

Here's a compilation of the "Brad and Angie are getting married" rumors














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Thursday, July 14, 2011

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Spin Sycle for Thursday July 14 2011

Justin Timberlake at the Shrek the Third Londo...Image via Wikipedia
What ya doin, Syclers?  What's going on!


Hide yo kids, hide yo husband, Tila Tequila is going to New York!

First Mila Kunis, now Justin Timberlake has been invited to the Marine Corps ball





I am convinced that Giulianna Rancic has celiac disease.

Is Zac Efron like a cow?

It seems Brad and Angie might get married after all!  Please let it steal all the thunder from Kim K, please!  If there is a god, I don't ask for much....but let this happen!!!

CDAN blind item!  or is it not so blind?
This supposedly happily married pro athlete did not seem to be that way at an event the other night. The athlete, who is currently married to a reality star I wish would go away, was all over another woman at the event. In support of him, I would say the reality star has done a good job of trying to chase him away and seems to only be with him to keep the show alive.  *spin's guess - Lamar & Khloe*
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Happy Birthday Fucker

I'm a year older today, Syclers, which I do not enjoy or relish.  However, I'm going to share with you one of my favorite songs today.  Enjoy Led Zeppelin's Ramble On:

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

For your weekend, Syclers, a little reproductive biology!  Actually, this Nova episode is fascinating, it's about how conception, implantation and birth happen, ~the mechanics of pregnancy~  with medical video.  Voiced by John Lithgow, you know, the guy who played Trinity Killer on Dexter.

Warnings:  it is an hour long, there is nudity and the birth shown could be considered a bit graphic.

Prepare to be informed and wowed!


Watch the full episode. See more NOVA.

Thursday, July 7, 2011

The Spin Sycle for Friday July 8 2011

Hey Syclers!  A lot has happened, let's get you caught up!!

Let's this be a lesson:  Marrying someone after only knowing then for a few scant months never ends well, it always goes badly.  Even for celebrity's kids, even for Nicolas Cage's kids.



Finally!  Rejoice!  the Arrested Development movie is happening!!

News of the World to fold under pressure of hacking controversy.....but fear not, they shall reopen in a week or two under a different name (rumor is)

Here's Jennifer Lopez's latest single "Papi"


TBH, it sounds like generic club music.  Nothing special.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Spin Sycle for Wednesday July 5 2011

Here's some blind item reveals from CDAN from July fourth that you may have missed:

This A list couple, although, if taken individually he is probably a B+ actor who sucks at acting and she is rarely in anything anymore because I think most of her days are filled with followup doctor's appointments. Anyway, this couple is finished. Over. If they don't announce their divorce prior to July 4th, I will go ahead and do it for you on that day. You know, because I care.

Demi & Ashton


This married A list singer/rapper extraordinaire may want to be very careful right now. There is a French model he has been with for the past ten years and as they approach that first decade mark, she wants much much more out of their partnership. If our singer says no, the fireworks will be loud and spectacular.

Jay-Z



This is one of the hottest tickets in town. This mom, who is married, or I think she is married, close enough anyway to this former A list movie actor who is still a solid B with A+ name recognition started a club. It is for celebrity mothers. Each month, a play date/party is held where the moms bring their kids called PPP. Pot, porn and petting. Yep, the kind of petting you think. Apparently all of the moms are in hetero relationships but like the monthly bonding. One former B list movie actress from one hit movie who keeps failing at television is rumored to have got pregnant solely because she wanted to come to these parties. Who watches the kids?

Laura Louie/Woody Harrelson



Speaking of A list celebrity couples. Well, not really, because only the woman is. The guy is a hanger on. Anyway, earlier this week they visited her lawyer to talk about a pre-nup. Apparently the yelling got so loud, there was a crowd around the conference room where the meeting was being held. This went on for an hour. Now I wonder whether the wedding will even take place.

Jessica Simpson & Eric Johnson



Which celebrity has basically signed his life away because he is in love. The thing is he has agreed to have himself portrayed however the Executive Producer wants him portrayed in a reality show. Whatever it takes for ratings. Oh, and if the ratings do not improve, then he will be saying goodbye very soon. One more thing. He is getting paid scale. The minimum. Hardly anything. Tip money at the places she makes him go.

Kris Humphries



This actress had one of the longest careers ever. She starred in what is considered by some to be the best movie ever made. She was also an Academy Award winner/nominee. The thing about our actress is she never got married. She also never really had that many relationships. Maybe one or two that might have happened when the whispers got louder. Oh yes there were whispers about something. Why would I write about something if there were no whispers. It seems that our actress did have a lover. A lifetime lover actually. Not so strange or whisper inducing right? Well, it is if your lover is also your sister.

Dorothy & Lillian Gish





Monday, July 4, 2011

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!!

And a big THANK YOU to my ancestor, John Leib, who fought against the British in the Revolutionary war!!

Friday, July 1, 2011

Spin Sycle Weekend Editon

Well, there's hope for potheads since The Netherlands is shutting down pot tourism....go to Portugal!


AFP - Health experts in Portugal said Friday that Portugal's decision 10 years ago to decriminalise drug use and treat addicts rather than punishing them is an experiment that has worked.
"There is no doubt that the phenomenon of addiction is in decline in Portugal," said Joao Goulao, President of the Institute of Drugs and Drugs Addiction, a press conference to mark the 10th anniversary of the law.
The number of addicts considered "problematic" -- those who repeatedly use "hard" drugs and intravenous users -- had fallen by half since the early 1990s, when the figure was estimated at around 100,000 people, Goulao said.
Other factors had also played their part however, Goulao, a medical doctor added.
Portugal's holistic approach had also led to a "spectacular" reduction in the number of infections among intravenous users and a significant drop in drug-related crimes, he added.
A law that became active on July 1, 2001 did not legalise drug use, but forced users caught with banned substances to appear in front of special addiction panels rather than in a criminal court.
The panels composed of psychologists, judges and social workers recommended action based on the specifics of each case.
Since then, government panels have recommended a response based largely on whether the individual is an occasional drug user or an addict.

Of the nearly 40,000 people currently being treated, "the vast majority of problematic users are today supported by a system that does not treat them as delinquents but as sick people," Goulao said.
In a report published last week, the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) said Portugal had dealt with this issue "in a pragmatic and innovative way."
Drug use statistics in Portugal are generally "below the European average and much lower than its only European neighbour, Spain," the report also said.
"The changes that were made in Portugal provide an interesting before-and-after study on the possible effects of decriminalisation," EMCDDA said.



Thursday, June 30, 2011

Spin Sycle for Friday July 1 2011

Happy July Syclers!!

I wonder if Giuliana Rancic has Celiac Disease.  I mean, she does look like she's starving to death and she's had all kinds of fertility problems...

Just so you know, Jonathan Rhys Meyers did not try to kill himself, he almost overdosed.

Charlize Theron should really hook up with George Clooney.  They have the same idea about not getting married and would be perfect together

Silly Kardashian, butt XRays prove nothing

The Macho Man Randy Savage died from a bad heart

Denise Richards adopted a baby girl

OctoMom hates her kids and wants to die.  Well, you put yourself there, sweetie. Maybe No1curr.


Tuesday, June 28, 2011

The Spin Sycle for Wednesday, June 29 2011

I am so sorry for taking so long between posts, Syclers!  I am incredibly tired.  Forgive me.