- Clint Eastwood will be speaking at the Republican Convention tonight

- Gas prices have increased by 5 cents a gallon because of Hurricane Isaac.

- Buzzfeed's Republican Convention party featured penguins and mermaids.

- FX has ordered 90 more episodes of the Charlie Sheen sitcom "Anger Management."

- Seth MacFarlane will host the season premiere of Saturday Night Live on September 15th.

- The Oxford English Dictionary has added OMG, Vajazzle, douche, date night, group hug, lolz, schwasted, YOLO (you only live once), mommy porn, deetz and adorbs to its pages

- Georgi is now making a Waffle-Flavored Vodka

See Ya Later Aligator: Officials are warning Gulf Coast residents to keep their eye out for aligators. They say Tropical Storm Isaac's flooding could cause some gators to be displaced. They are worried they could end up in residential areas where they may attack dogs and possibly small children if they get hungry. Wildlife officials say gators tend to attack more when they are hunting in unfamiliar territory.

700,000 Louisiana residents lost power because of Isaac.

Waves reached 12 feet and flooded cemeteries before caskets started floating in the streets.

Personal Foul: Kayla Goldberg is suing Kris Humphries. She claims he gave her Herpes in August 2010 after they met at a club and then had sex at a hotel. The lawsuit claims Kris did not inform Kayla he had herpes. Kayla is suing for unspecified damages. Kris denies he has Herpes

Suri Cruise is turning into a diva. A source tells the Star, “Suri has eaten at the most luxurious restaurants in the world and loves fine, gold-plated china. She’s even been known to demand cupcakes on a golden platter at 1 a.m. Suri loves credit cards,” the source said, “so Katie added Suri’s name to one of her cards and lets her use it to buy candy each week.”

Kim Kardashian has settled her $20 million lawsuit against Old Navy. She sued because they used a woman, who looks like her in one of their ads.

America's Worst Driving Cities

Here is Allstate’s full list of the 25 cities having the worst drivers, with each citation noting the likelihood a motorist living there is to be involved in a crash, relative to the national average:

1.Washington, DC: 112.1% greater-than-average accident frequency
2.Baltimore, MD: 87.9%
3.Providence, RI: 80.9%
4.Hialeah, FL: 77.6%
5.Glendale, CA: 77.5%
6.Philadelphia, PA: 64.1%
7.Alexandria, VA: 62.6%
8.Newark, NJ: 59.4%
9.Miami, FL: 58.4%
10.San Francisco, CA: 54.6%
11.Jersey City, NJ: 53.9%
12.Arlington, VA: 53.0%
13.Tampa, FL: 50.2%
14.Los Angeles, CA: 48.5%
15.Paterson, NJ: 46.9%
16.Fullerton, CA: 42.7%
17.Garland, TX: 41.6%
18.Elizabeth, NJ: 41.5%
19.Bridgeport, CT: 41.2%
20.New York, NY: 41.1%
21.New Haven, CT: 37.5%
22.Torrance, CA: 36.7%
23.Norfolk, VA: 36.3%
24.Yonkers, NY: 36.2%
25.Arlington TX: 35.4%

8 Worst Things For Your Immune System

1. You Avoid the Water Cooler. Research shows that the fewer human connections we have at home, at work, and in the community, the likelier we are to get sick.

2. You Often Feel Tired. Scrimping on sleep has a powerfully detrimental effect on immunity. The perfect example: college students who get sick after pulling all-nighters cramming for exams. Poor sleep is associated with lower immune system function and reduced numbers of killer cells that fight germs. In fact, University of Chicago researchers found that men who had slept only 4 hours a night for 1 week produced half the amount of flu-fighting antibodies in their blood (jump-started by a flu shot) compared with those who slept 7 1/2 to 8 1/2 hours.

3. You Act Like Debbie Downer. Studies show that glass-half-empty types don't live as long as those who look on the bright side. When pessimists put a more positive spin on the calamities in their lives, they have less stress and better health. A classic UCLA study found that law students who began their first semester optimistic about the experience had more helper T cells mid semester, which can amplify the immune response, and more powerful natural killer cells, than students who had a more pessimistic perspective.

4. You Bottle Up Your Moods. A constructive argument with your spouse can actually increase immunity, say UCLA researchers. They asked 41 happy couples to discuss a problem in their marriage for 15 minutes. The researchers detected surges in blood pressure, heart rate, and immune-related white blood cells, all of which were similar to the benefits seen with moderate exercise.

5. You're Under the Gun. Chronic stress—the day-after-day kind you experience over job insecurity or a sick relative—takes a toll on many aspects of your health, including immunity.

6. You Don't Stash Pens in Your Purse. Having your own supply of dime-a-dozen plastic ballpoints might just keep you from picking up a virus.

7. You Drive Everywhere. One in four American women doesn't exercise at all—and that's an easy way to set yourself up for sickness. When researchers compared inactive people with those who walked briskly almost every day, they found that who didn't walk took twice as many sick days in 4 months as those who strolled regularly.

8. Your Friends Smoke. We don't need to tell you that puffing ciggies is terrible for the entire body. But the secondhand kind is almost as harmful. Each year, because of exposure to tobacco smoke, an estimated 3,000 nonsmoking Americans die of lung cancer and 300,000 children suffer from lower respiratory-tract infections. Secondhand smoke can trigger an asthma attack and aggravate symptoms in people with allergies.

Women’s 8 Biggest Eating Mistakes from womansday.com

You eat too much sodium. The recommended daily allowance for sodium is 2,300 mg. But if you're over 50 years old, have high blood pressure, diabetes or kidney disease or are African American, your sodium intake shouldn't go above 1,500 mg per day.

Your sugar intake is too high. According to the American Heart Association, women should have no more than 6 tsp (24 g) of added sugar per day. But many of us get about 22 tsp per day. Sugar is hiding in places you don't expect.

You skimp on fiber. Fiber slows the rate at which your body digests food, so your energy levels remain more stable and you feel full longer, which helps with weight management. Fiber may also reduce your risk of constipation, heart disease, diabetes and colon cancer. Women need about 25 g per day, yet most of us eat just 10 to 15 g, according to the National Institutes of Health

You don't eat enough protein. Too little protein can't keep hunger at bay, which can lead to mindless snacking and weight gain. A piece of toast for breakfast isn't going to hold you as well as a protein-rich egg would. Women need about 46 g of protein per day, according to the CDC.

You overdo it on red and processed meats. Meat is an excellent source of protein, with about 21 g per serving. But according to the American Cancer Society, studies have shown a link between lunch meat, sausage and pepperoni and colon cancer. Protein portion size is just 3 ounces. That's the size of a deck of cards or the palm of your hand.

You don't drink enough water. Not drinking enough fluids can trigger hunger if you're even slightly dehydrated. While your needs vary each day based on how active you are, how hot and humid it is and how much water-heavy foods you're eating, here's a general recommendation: six to eight eight-ounce glasses per day, according to the NIH.

You overdose on carbs. Forty-five to 65% of your total daily calories should come from carbs, according to the CDC. The problem is we overindulge in them. Not only are carbs in pasta and bread but also in fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains.

You skip meals. This is probably the biggest nutrition mistake on the list. There's consistent evidence that people who skip meals, especially breakfast, are more likely to be overweight. You need calories to burn calories.

The Amazing Spider-Men

Men are trying to get their hands on Brazilian Wandering Spider venom because tests show it cures erectile dysfunction within 20 minutes of entering the body. The venom contains nitric oxide, a chemical that dilates blood vessels and improves blood flow. This is similar to how existing impotence drugs work. The Brazilian Wandering Spider is responsible for killing more people than any other spider. Victims usually die within an hour of being bitten.

What His Dog Says About Him from msn.com

Jack Russell Terrier
These dogs are super-hyper and their owners often are as well. Though this guy may appear to be on serious uppers, much like his equally-pumped canine, he’s likely just really high on life. If you have trouble getting him to sit and stay like a good boy, we hear he responds quite well to treats.

Labrador Retriever
This dog typically attracts an all-American, guy-next-door-type owner. We picture him nonchalantly tossing his pooch a tennis ball and running shirtless, leash in hand. Sure, he may be a tad predictable, given his dog of choice, but when predictable comes with six-pack abs ... we’ll take it.

Beagle
Snoopy cartoons left out that beagles often have separation anxiety and are known to howl, which can drive the neighbors crazy. But, like a true parent, a Beagle boy loves his furry pal anyway for its sweet demeanor and desire to cuddle and give kisses. And a guy who'll happily submit to smelly dog kisses deserves yours because, like his pooch, he's probably happiest when lounging with loved ones.

Corgi
Everything about the Corgi is funny: its big head, its short legs, its often-hanging-out tongue. But this little pooch is feisty, and its owner knows it’s not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog that matters most.

Chihuahua
There’s a 90% chance this pooch is leftover from its owner's ex-girlfriend. There’s a 10% chance the guy's just got a great sense of humor. Regardless, if he’s willing to walk a dainty doggie, he’s probably pretty confident in his manhood — and in its ability to win you over. Just approach with a touch of caution: Most Chihuahuas are extremely protective of their owners.

Poodle
Let’s cut straight to it: If we found out our guy had a fluffy, styled and possibly dressed dog ... well, we wouldn't be thrilled. But, a male poodle owner could in theory just have really bad allergies and love dogs so much that he swallowed his pride and got himself a pretty hypoallergenic pup.

Collie
Collies are extremely disciplined and focused dogs, so we predict that the owner of such a pooch will likely take ladies' mind games and grind them into kibble. If little Timmy goes missing down the well, this is the man you’d pick to rescue him; so if a guy's got himself a Lassie, you may have a lot to live up to as his lass.

Pit Bull
Sure, his dog looks like it could tear off a Hummer's tires in mere seconds, but maybe its owner simply doesn’t judge by reputation. You could even call this guy a renegade of sorts — out on the streets, trying to give a bad-rap dog a chance at breed redemption. Though, if the pooch wears a spiked chain and hasn’t been neutered, his owner may be more ruffian than renegade.

Pug
With its breathing issues and some extra chunk, the pug is sort of like the kid you made fun of in elementary school. And a pug owner may be like the semi-popular kid who stuck up for that poor outcast: He sees past slight flaws and loves the adorable way his dog vacuums the floor with his face. Look for a man that is solid and secure, but all mush on the inside.

Mutt
A mutt owner is usually laid-back, humble and has a good sense of right and wrong. Given his choice of dog, he likely isn’t typically into a cookie-cutter woman: He'll actually dig the crooked tooth you’re totally self-conscious about, as well as the weird slobbery sound you make when you chew — in short, he appreciates what makes you, you

The Joke's On Hu: Hu Seng almost suffocated to death after he mailed himself to his girlfriend as a joke. Couriers mixed up the address and instead of 30 minutes in the sealed box, Seng was trapped for three hours. He says he passed out and had to be revived by paramedics. "I didn't realize it would take so long. I tried to make a hole in the cardboard but it was too thick and I didn't want to spoil the surprise by shouting." Hu lives in southern China.

  Snooki may receive $250,000 for her first baby pics. A source tells the Huff Post, “There is great interest in seeing what Snooki’s son looks like. She has never been a great seller in the past, but who doesn’t want to see if her little meatball looks like his famous mom? I expect the bidding war could go as high as $250,000, with several outlets bidding against each other and raising the price.”

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has no plans to give Kim Kardashian a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Perez Hilton quotes a chamber rep as saying, “She has not been nominated. She is a reality star. We don't do reality stars. She needs to get a real acting job then come to us."

The producers of ‘Breaking Dawn Part 2' are hoping Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart reconcile so they can promote the movie together. A source tells the NY Post, “The studio’s holding out to see if they get back together. But I don’t think anyone is banking on that happening. At this point, the press strategy would have been mapped out. It’s usually very organized, but at this time it’s undecided.”

A source tells HollywoodLife.com, “Robert is happy and coping much better than Kristen and is trying to move on from her. The biggest stumbling block that is keeping Rob from forgiving Kristen and taking her back? Trust. He still loves her but he is over the relationship. Kristen broke all the trust he had for her and he is not interested in fixing it.”

A source tells Look magazine, ''He’s begun to worry about her well-being and, according to a new report, he’s asking their Twilight co-stars to be nice to her. Rob’s also called their Twilight co-stars, Taylor Lautner, Kellan Lutz, Ashley Greene and Nikki Reed, to ask them not to take sides and to be nice to Kris.”

Bobby Brown has left rehab. A source tells Perez Hilton, "Bobby is no longer in rehab, he decided he’s had enough treatment for his problems. When he first checked in, he promised … that this time he was going to stay in rehab for the full treatment. That’s normally a 90-day program. However, after fulfilling his duties for his DUI plea deal, Bobby has decided that he doesn’t need treatment anymore."

Rosie O'Donnell and Michelle Rounds spent 8 months negotiating their prenup. A source tells the NY Post, “Both women have health issues, but the prenup negotiations were pretty fraught in the days before the wedding. Rosie just wanted to get it signed under her terms. She wasn’t in the mood to make any compromises. Despite this, Rosie and Michelle truly love each other, and they wanted to marry before Michelle underwent surgery.''

Katy Perry wants Robert Pattinson. A source tells Hollywoodlife.com, “Katy would secretly love to land Rob, but she won’t admit it. They are close friends and can just be themselves when they are with each other.”

Madonna's Philly fans booed her after she took the stage 3 hours late.

Carly Rae Jepsen loves chess. She tells Rolling Stone magazine, "My stepfather used to teach it... (and) he'd put out a chess problem for me to solve. In high school I had a big crush on a boy who played chess, and I thought, 'This is going to be useful'."

Lady GaGa is releasing a stationery line to raise money for her Born This Way Foundation. The gift cards and wristbands will feature empowering slogans like 'Be Accepting' and 'Be Yourself'

Taylor Swift says writing Red was a roller coaster ride. ''I went through a few roller coasters. Trying to chronicle each step of the way was challenging, because you go to some really dark places with the lyrics. Then in the next track, you're talking about how amazing it is to meet somebody new.''

Taylor Swift is taking Conor Kennedy to the MTV Video Music Awards. A source tells HollywoodLife.com, ''They will probably hang out with Patrick Schwarzenegger while they are out in LA. Since Patrick will be in town as he just started classes at USC, they all want to party together. Conor probably won’t walk the red carpet, but he’ll be there to support her performance at the show!”

 LINDSAY BANNED FROM HOTEL OVER $64,000 BILL!

It’s yet another day of Lindsay Lohan drama. According to TMZ, the Mean Girls star has been banned from the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, after racking up over $46,000 in unpaid bills, including $3,145.07 in minibar expenses and $686 for 49 packs of cigarettes.  Lindsay stayed at the Hollywood hotspot during June and July of this year, but has still not paid her tab, despite the hotel’s “repeated attempts to resolve” the outstanding balance. In a letter to Lindsay, the general manager informs her she is no longer welcome at the hotel. “As we have made repeated attempts to resolve this pressing matter over the last few weeks without any resolution, I regret to inform you that we will no longer be able to extend any further credit for you to remain in the hotel,” read the letter from manager Philip Pavel. “Furthermore, until we get the matter of your outstanding debt paid, know that we will be unable to host you on property or in the restaurant.” TMZ claims Lindsay is telling friends she thought producers of her Elizabeth Taylor movie were responsible for paying the bill. Meanwhile, Lindsay’s good friend Lady Gaga doesn’t seem worried about reports Lindsay was linked to a jewelry burglary at a California home.  In response to a picture of Lindsay wearing a pair of earrings, Gaga tweeted, "@lindsaylohan ummmm are those my earrings??? this is awkward…:) kiss kiss chateau bunny."

LATEST  AMAZING RACE CAST REVEALED!

CBS yesterday announced the cast of the 21^st installment of The Amazing Race, which this season includes a heavy metal rocker, a double amputee, a world champion lumberjack, the  Cooking Channel’s The Fabulous Beekman Boys,  and a pair of Chippendales dancers.  This season will also introduce a new twist, which could see the winners taking home the largest Grand Prize ever - $2 million.  If the team that wins the first leg of the season can outrace the other ten teams to win the final leg as well, they’ll double their money.   The 21^st installment of The Amazing Race kicks off Sunday, September 30^th. Click here for a complete list of this season’s competitors.

Q- On The Amazing Race, what is the name for a task that, once completed, allows the team that completes it to bypass all remaining tasks in the leg and proceed directly to the Pit Stop? Fast Forward

BOBBI KRISTINA ALREADY MARRIED?

The National Enquirer is reporting that Whitney Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kristina has secretly married her live-in lover Nick Gordon.  According to the tab, Bobbi Kristina, 19, and Nick, 22, who some call Whitney’s adopted son, had an unofficial ceremony in early August, which they commemorated by getting matching tattoos of Whitney’s initials surrounded by doves. They are planning to have an official wedding at Whitney’s home in New Jersey and Bobbi Kristina has warned her disapproving family to accept the union or she’ll cut them out of her life. The family is said to be concerned that Nick is simply after Whitney’s $20 million fortune.

Q-What is the name of Bobby Brown’s successful sophomore solo album, which included the songs “My Prerogative”  and “Every Little Step?” Don’t Be Cruel

ROSIE’S WIFE GETS NOTHING IF SHE CHEATS!

Rosie O’Donnell secretly wed girlfriend Michelle Rounds in June, but not before the couple signed a prenuptial agreement. According to the New York Post, it took eight months of intense negotiations to come to a deal, which was only signed hours before their June 9^th wedding. According to the paper,  Rosie was “extremely generous to Michelle,” but  she’ll get “nothing if she cheats.”

Q-Michelle is Rosie’s second wife. Can you name her first, whom she married in California in 2004? Kelli Carpenter

KIM SETTLES OLD NAVY LAWSUIT/POSES IN NEW WEDDING DRESS?

Kim Kardashian is a little bit richer today. The reality show has settled a lawsuit she brought against Old Navy for using someone who looks just like her in ads last year.  TMZ reports the company agreed to pay Kim an undisclosed sum,in exchange for Kim withdrawing the suit. Details of the deal were not disclosed, but Kim was initially seeking  millions from the suit. Meanwhile, Kim yesterday posted a picture of herself posing in a white dress, which could easily have passed for a wedding gown.   She may want to wait until her divorce from Kris Humphries is final before she starts planning her walk down the aisle with Kanye West.

COURTNEY STODDEN TURNS 18, BESIEGED WITH PORN OFFERS!

Teen bride Courtney Stodden turned 18 yesterday, and, according to TMZ, was immediately besieged by offers from at least four porn companies. The site claims Brazzers.com wants her to do a scene with star Keiran Lee, who is described as the man with the “million dollar penis,” while Babes.com has written a script specifically for her called “Happily Humping My Hubby.” Meanwhile, Courtney’s 51-year-old husband Doug Hutchison bought his teen bride a dog for her birthday, which they have named Dourtney. (Seriously.)

GOSSIP GIRLS STAR’S EX GRANTED CUSTODY OF KIDS!

Gossip Girl star Kelly Rutherford suffered a major setback in her custody battle with ex-husband Daniel Giersch.  TMZ reports that a judge has ruled the couple’s five-year-old son and three-year-old daughter can remain with their father in Monaco, because Giersch is unable to return to the U.S. since his visa was revoked in April.  The judge believes Rutherford’s job gives her a more flexible schedule which makes it easier for her to visit the kids. The ruling allows her to see the kids 50 percent of the year.

Q-What is the name of Kelly’s character on Gossip Girl? Lily Humphrey

ANN ROMNEY OFFERED ROLE ON MODERN FAMILY!

Ann Romney, the wife of Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney, recently expressed her love of ABC’s Modern Family, which seems odd, considering the show features a gay couple raising a child, and her husband is against gay marriage. Well, the irony was not lost on the show’s creator Steve Levitan, who responded to the news with a tweet, writing, “Thrilled Ann Romney says ModFam is her favorite show. We’ll offer her a role of officiant at Mitch & Cam’s wedding. As soon as it’s legal.”

Q-Julie Bowen, who stars as Claire on Modern Family, previously appeared on this NBC dramedy, playing the dream girl of the show’s main character, played by Tom Cavanagh. What was the name of the show? Ed

HOLLY MADISON PREGNANT!

Holly Madison is going to be a mom. The Girls Next Door star, 32, is expecting her first child in March. The baby’s father is her boyfriend of nine months, party promoter Pasquale Rotella. This past June, Holly expressed her desire to become a mom, telling People she decided not to renew her contract with the Las Vegas revue Peepshow in order to focus on motherhood.  “I’ve wanted kids and that’s something I’m definitely doing as soon as possible,” she told the mag.

TV TIDBITS!

● Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane will host the 38^th season premiere of Saturday Night Live on September 15^th, with musical guest Frank Ocean. Also hosting this season will be Joseph Gordon-Levitt with musical guest Mumford & Sons on September 22^nd and Daniel Craig with musical guest Muse on October 6^th. [See Spotlight On for more]

● Bravo has ordered a second season of It’s A Brad Brad World, which revolves around stylist Brad Goreski.

● FX has ordered 90 more episodes of Charlie Sheen’s comedy Anger Management. Sources tell TMZ he could be making more than $100 million with the new deal.

● The Avengers writer/director Joss Whedon is creating a Marvel-related TV series for ABC. The network has given the go-ahead for S.H.I.E.L.D., which revolves around a secret military law enforcement agency, whose name is an acronym for Strategic Hazard Intervention Espionage Logistic Directorate.

● Eddie Murphy and The Shield’sShawn Ryan are teaming up to bring back the Beverly Hills Cop franchise, but this time on TV. New York Magazine reports the pair is shopping around the idea of a buddy action comedy, featuring the son of Murphy’s character Axel Foley.

MISCELLANEOUS MOVIE NEWS!

● Ryan Gosling is ready to head behind the camera. The actor will make his directorial debut with How to Catch A Monster, which he also wrote. Christina Hendricks stars in the film, playing a single mother of two who “is swept into a macabre and dark fantasy world, while her teenage son discovers a secret road leading to an underwater town.”

QUIKKIES COURTESY OF SHEETHAPPENS.