Donald Deane has held a variety of jobs, including college English teacher, newspaper reporter/editor, internet project manager, dishwasher and dogcatcher. He now writes exclusively and has contributed to AOL TV and Moviefone among others.
Donald Deane
Exuberant Fan Catches Obama In Crushing Bear Hug
While on the campaign trail in Fort Pierce, Florida, yesterday, President Barack Obama found himself on the receiving end of a monster bear hug courtesy of a 6-foot, 3-inch tall restaurant owner weighing 260 pounds. Where's the Secret Service when you need them?
Kid Band ‘Murp’ Bangs Out Intense Heavy Metal
Anyone who thinks heavy metal is strictly for adults has never heard Murp, a young brother-sister duo who bashes out intense deathcore that would make any headbanger proud.
West Seattle Residents Report Mysterious Hum
For some time now, the internet has been abuzz with reports of strange noises from all across the world. And now, West Seattle residents have the dubious distinction of experiencing a mysterious hum for the second time since 2009.
Intrepid Dog Makes 500-Mile Journey to Find Owner
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Dogs may be Sith Lord-battling, ice cream-loving, tail-chasing goofballs, but every now and then a pooch accomplishes a truly amazing feat. Take Bucky, for example, a black Labrador who traveled an astounding 500 miles to find its owner.
‘Twilight’ Gets Improved Thanks to ‘Bad Lip Reading’
We'll no doubt draw the ire of countless Twihards for this, but we've never been fans of the 'Twilight' movies or books. But now that Bad Lip Reading has provided their unique spin on the series, we're finally ready to consider ourselves among the converted.
Michigan Senior Citizen Dubbed World’s Best Carnival Game Player
Have you ever really wanted a carnival prize but couldn't win it no matter how hard you tried? Peter Drakos doesn't have that problem. In fact, the 64 year old Detroit resident may just be the best carnival game player in the world.
J.K. Rowling Builds Awesome ‘Harry Potter’ Tree Houses for Kids
In a move destined to make you wish that J.K. Rowling was your mom, the author of the 'Harry Potter' series recently won permission to build two massive 40-foot high tree houses in her backyard at a cost of almost $395,000.
Texas Mayor Bill Bohlke Allegedly Killed in Donkey Attack
Hollywood Park, Texas, Mayor Bill Bohlke was killed on Monday during an apparent attack by a 500-pound male donkey on his ranch in Atascosa County, according to police. First there were attacks by kangaroos, dolphins, raccoons and now donkeys. Not to make light of this terribly tragic story, but did we do something to make you angry, animal kingdom?
The ‘Bloody Best’ Bloody Mary is a Meal in a Cup
For anyone looking to get hammered and pig out on food at the same time, the "Bloody Best" Bloody Mary at the Nook in Atlanta is the adult beverage for you. This isn't your typical Bloody Mary made out of vodka, tomato juice and spices. Oh no. It's also a meal in a cup that includes a meat straw, for Pete's sake. What's not to love? Waiter, we'll take two.
Would You Pay $290 for a Designer Paper Bag?
We appreciate designer stuff as much as anybody, but German fashion house Jil Sander has taken boutique items to an entirely new level by creating a paper bag that retails for hundreds of dollars. Accustomed to throwing paper bags away after one use? Not with this one you don't.
George H.W. Bush Impersonates Dana Carvey Impersonating Him
During a videotaped message delivered during last night's Republican National Convention, both former Bush presidents expressed support for Mitt Romney. But the most surreal moment came when the elder Bush recalled comedian Dana Carvey's well-known impersonation of him.
Ew! Elvis Presley’s Dirty Underwear Goes Up for Auction
It's been 35 years since Elvis Presley died, but the King is still very much a hot commodity. As proof, a pair of Presley's used underwear will go up for auction in Manchester, England, next month and could fetch tens of thousands of dollars. Oh, and did we mention that the skivvies have visible stains? Eww!
Darth Vader Cake Shows How Sweet the Dark Side Can Be
Last Friday, a massive, life-sized Darth Vader cake was unveiled at a 15th anniversary banquet in Orlando, Florida, for the 501st Legion, a fan-based organization dedicated to constructing and wearing screen-accurate costumes from 'Star Wars.' Who knew the all-powerful Sith had such a sweet side?
Baby Kangaroo Loves a Good Scratching
Most of our (admittedly limited) experience with kangaroos hasn't been all that positive. After all, with stories of menacing man-sized kangaroos and kangaroos fighting emus, we're just not sure the animals are to be trusted. But this baby kangaroo, who seems lulled by a good scratching, wants to change all that.
Meet the Angriest Babies in the World
Babies have a reputation for being sweet and cuddly, but anyone who's ever been near one knows this isn't always the case. Like all people, babies are capable of getting seriously ticked off. And when that happens, you better watch out.