A two monorail train crash at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, FL, early Sunday morning resulted in the death of a Disney monorail driver!!

Awful!

The crash was the first deadly accident for the theme park's monorail system in its 38 year history!

One of the monorail trains was making its last stops around the park at 2 a.m. after the annual Independence Day fireworks show when the monorail was struck by another train with 21-year-old Austin Wuennenberg behind the wheel.

Wuennenberg was pronounced dead on the scene after not responding to passengers and firefighters alike. The driver and 6 passengers on the monorail that was hit by Wuennenberg's train escaped the accident with only minor injuries.

The park reopened on Sunday, but the monorail will be closed until the investigation of the accident is complete.

Disney has released the following statement regarding the 4th of July tragedy:

"Today, we mourn the loss of our fellow cast member. Our hearts go out to his family and those who have lost a friend and coworker. The safety of our guests and cast members is always our top priority. The monorail is out of service and we will continue to work closely with law enforcement to determine what happened and the appropriate next steps."

We wonder what the real cause of the accident was???

Permalink / 27 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

A nationwide ban on gambling was just enacted!

Russia has closed all casinos overnight, leaving approximately a third of a million people unemployed!

"I feel terrible. We just let 1,000 people go," said Yuri Boyev, general director at Metelitsa, a high end casino frequented by billionaires the home of gas giant Gazpro's lavish Christmas parties.

Prime minister Vladimir Putin came up with the idea during his presidency in 2006 after several gaming operations in Moscow were linked to Georgian organized crime.

The government plans to restrict gambling to Las Vegas-style gaming zones in four rarely visited regions that need major investments.

The development replacement zones require funds of up to $40 billion and have not been built.

"The zones have no roads, water or electricity. We fulfilled the law by shutting, the government did not fulfill it as the zones are not ready yet," said Boyev.

In order to compensate for jobs lost, the Kremlin guaranteed work in restaurants and shopping centers that are to replace casinos, but the gambling industry has its doubts.

The unemployment rate in Russia it at an eight-year high!!!!!

Even though casinos knew the shutdown date for at least a year, few thought the government would go through with it, as gaming brings in up to $7 billion and $1 billion in taxes.

The people of Russia will suffer more from the lack of funds than organized crime!

Citizens paying the price for political power struggles!

Sad.

Permalink / 18 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

So surreal!

It's sad news for fans of the Mexican Lucha Mini stars, twin brothers Alberto and Alejandro Jimenez, known as La Parkita and El Espectrito Jr.

The two were found dead in their hotel room in Mexico City. The brothers, 35, were checking into a hotel on Sunday night after a show when they were reportedly approached by two prostitutes.

After hotel staff noticed the women leave the room hours later, but didn't spot the wrestlers, they went to go check on them. The two luchadores were found lifeless, lying in the beds.

Reports are being released that the hookers belong to Las Goteras (meaning The Drops) which is a gang of whores that robes their clients after making them pass out by drugging their drinks.

Unfortunately, the Jimenez brothers overdosed on the drugs which normally don't kill men, but officials believe because the brothers were of such small size, the dose was fatal to them.

Alcohol containers were also found in the room but the ladies are still missing.

Cops are looking for the two females and luckily have found finger prints in the room which they believe they can match to the hookers.

Sad.

[Image via El Universal.]

Permalink / 52 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

After the reports last week rumblings on the diminishing health of legendary CBS Newsman Walter Cronkite, his family has issued the following statement:

"In order to dispel false rumors, Walter Cronkite's family wants it known that he has apparently suffered for some years with cerebrovascular disease and he is not expected to recuperate. He is resting comfortably at home with family, friends, and a wonderful medical team. We thank you for your prayers and good wishes."

We send our best to Walter and his family and hope that he is finding peace and enjoying this time with his loved ones.

[Image via WENN.]

Permalink / 35 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

No one is untouched by the passing of Michael Jackson and his fellow legendary musical comrades and friends are all shocked by his passing.

Diana Ross released a statement saying: "I can't stop crying, this is too sudden and shocking. I am unable to imagine this. My heart is hurting. I am in prayer for his kids and the family."

At the same time, Tina Turner was quoted about the sudden death of her peer: "I am shocked and saddened by Michael's passing. I, along with his millions of fans, looked forward to seeing him tour one more time. Now, may he rest in peace."

[Image via WENN.]

Permalink / 29 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

Elizabeth Taylor has revealed her grief toward the passing of her longtime friend, Michael Jackson.

She says, "My heart … my mind are broken. I loved Michael with all my soul and I can't imagine life without him. We had so much in common and we had such loving fun together."

Taylor was even planning to attend his live concert comeback, "I was packing up my clothes to go to London for his opening when I heard the news. I still can't believe it. I don't want to believe it. It can't be so."

She continued that Michael "will live in my heart forever, but it's not enough. My life feels so empty."

"I don't think anyone knew how much we loved each other. The purest, most giving love I've ever known. Oh God! I'm going to miss him. I can't yet imagine life with out him. I guess with God’s help … I'll learn. I keep looking at the photo he gave me of himself, which says, 'To my true love Elizabeth, I love you forever.' And, I will love HIM forever," Taylor said of their special relationship.

So sad!

[Image via WENN.]

Permalink / 131 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

Here's some bittersweet news for the family of former wrestler Chris Benoit's wife, Nancy.

If you recall, douchebag Chris was responsible two years ago for killing his wife, son, and then hanging himself.

Then, last year, Nancy's family filed a lawsuit against the Larry Flynt Publishing Group after the sleazy Hustler mag published nude photos of Nancy taken over 20 years ago.

Nancy, who was a former model and professional wrestler, had asked the photographer to destroy the shots immediately after they were taken.

But Hustler argued in court that the pictures were "part of a greater story on the life and tragic death" of Nancy and they helped tell the story of the beginnings of her career.

Then, last October, a federal judge ruled the mag had the right to publish the pics because her death was a "legitimate matter of public interest and concern."

However, yesterday a federal appeals court ruled that Hustler didn't have the rights to publish the photos. They claim a notorious death doesn't grant publishers the rights to publish any images they'd like.

Hopefully this all gets resolved soon and her family can put it behind them.

Permalink / 18 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

Earlier we mentioned that the suspicious doctor that lived with Michael Jackson and is believed to have administered drugs daily to the King of Pop disappeared yesterday.

The physician has been identified as Houston doctor Conrad Robert Murray M.D., a cardiologist licensed to practice medicine in Texas.

He was also with Jackson when he suffered cardiac arrest on Thursday afternoon.

But there's good news.

Reports are being released that Dr. Murray is now in Los Angeles and getting ready to speak with the police.

He's probably gonna be speaking for A WHILE!
Let's hope he's 100% honest about what happened!

[Image via WENN.]

Permalink / 56 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »

We have just received word that Janet Jackson has arrived in Los Angeles.

The sister of Michael Jackson had been in Atlanta, but returned after hearing about her brother's passing.

We send our condolences to Janet and the rest of the Jackson family.

[Image via Getty Images.]

Permalink / 33 comments (RSS)  / Forward this post »