Shauna Wright
![Experts Warn Ignoring ‘Use-By’ Dates on Food Could Make You Sick](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/use-by-date.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Experts Warn Ignoring ‘Use-By’ Dates on Food Could Make You Sick
Cash-strapped consumers are turning to a rather dangerous way to stretch their food dollars — they’re ignoring expiration dates and keeping leftovers in the fridge for longer periods of time.
![What Were the Weakest Passwords Hacked from LinkedIn?](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/linked-in.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What Were the Weakest Passwords Hacked from LinkedIn?
Last week, more than six million LinkedIn passwords were stolen and published on a message board frequented by Russian hackers. Now computer security firm Rapid7 has combed through them to show just how weak many of those passwords actually were.
![Principal Causes Uproar By Banning Kindergarteners from Singing ‘God Bless the USA’ at Graduation](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/pledge-of-allegiance.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Principal Causes Uproar By Banning Kindergarteners from Singing ‘God Bless the USA’ at Graduation
The principal at a Coney Island, NY elementary school is under fire from both parents and some members of the community after she banned the kids from singing Lee Greenwood’s patriotic anthem ‘God Bless the USA’ at a kindergarten graduation.
But you won’t believe what she says they can sing.
![Many Food Workers Aren’t Making Enough to Feed Themselves — Dollars and Sense](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/fast-food.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Many Food Workers Aren’t Making Enough to Feed Themselves — Dollars and Sense
Nearly one in five Americans employed in the private sector has a food industry job, and according to a new study, the vast majority aren’t being paid a living wage.
![This Day in History for June 11 – Timothy McVeigh Executed and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/timothy-mcveigh.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for June 11 – Timothy McVeigh Executed and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1962 – Frank Morris, John Anglin and Clarence Anglin allegedly become the only prisoners to escape from the prison on Alcatraz Island (More info)
1963 – Alabama Gov. George Wallace unsuccessfully tries to physically block two black students from registering at the University of Alabama (More info)
![Celebrity Birthdays for June 11 – Gene Wilder, Shia LaBeouf and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/jun11.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for June 11 – Gene Wilder, Shia LaBeouf and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Gene Wilder
Age: 79
Occupation: Actor, Writer and Activist
Known For: His many awesome collaborations with Mel Brooks like ‘The Producers’ and ‘Young Frankenstein,’ playing the title character in ‘Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,’ several films with Richard Pryor including ‘Stir Crazy,’ and co-founding Gilda’s Club after his w
![This Day in History for June 10 – Benjamin Franklin Discovers Electricity and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/franklin-kite.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for June 10 – Benjamin Franklin Discovers Electricity and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1692 – The first hanging resulting from the Salem Witch Trials takes place (More info)
1752 – Benjamin Franklin’s kite is struck by lightning, leading to the discovery of electricity (More info)
![Celebrity Birthdays for June 10 – Gina Gershon, Jeanne Tripplehorn and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/jun10.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for June 10 – Gina Gershon, Jeanne Tripplehorn and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Gina Gershon
Age: 50
Occupation: Actress
Known For: Appearing in films including the cult-classic ‘Showgirls’ as well as ‘Cocktail,’ ‘The Insider’ and ‘P.S. I Love You,’ recurring roles on the TV shows ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm,’ ‘Rescue Me’ and ‘Ugly Betty,’ and her current role the HBO series ‘How to Make It in America’
![This Day in History for June 9 – Donald Duck Debuts and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/donald-duck.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Day in History for June 9 – Donald Duck Debuts and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1898 – China agrees to lease Hong Kong to Britain for 99 years (More info)
1934 – Donald Duck makes his debut in ‘The Wise Little Hen’ (More info)
![Celebrity Birthdays for June 9 – Michael J. Fox, Johnny Depp and More](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2012/06/jun9.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Celebrity Birthdays for June 9 – Michael J. Fox, Johnny Depp and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Michael J. Fox
Age: 51
Occupation: Actor and Activist
Known For: His Emmy Award-winning roles as Alex P. Keaton on ‘Family Ties’ and Mike Flaherty on ‘Spin City,’ starring in the ‘Back to the Future’ film franchise, bravely fighting a very long battle with Parkinson’s disease, and creating the research foundation that shares his name