Laura Matthews

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Laura is a U.S. politics reporter for the International Business Times. She was always fascinated by the BBC World News each morning on the radio in Jamaica. That, and a love for writing led her to a masters in journalism from Columbia University and a bachelors in media and communication from the University of the West Indies, Mona. She has worked for Gannett's Pacific Daily News in Guam, the Jamaica Observer, the Jamaica Gleaner, the Nassau Guardian in the Bahamas and Choices magazine for whom she ghost wrote the guidebook Help Your Child With Career Choice.

Laura Matthews

Amanda Piechowski Gets Engaged to Giant's Greg Jones at Super Bowl 2012

New York Giants' linebacker Greg Jones, 23, got engaged to his college sweetheart Amanda Piechowski, 24, on Sunday night, after his team beat the Patriots, 21-17. Jones proposed to Piechowski on the confetti-covered Lucas Oil Stadium field as the celebration got under way. His girlfriend was tearful and wearing her Super Bowl attire -- jeans and a blue Giants jersey, none other than No. 53, of course.

Super Bowl Commercials 2012: Watch 5 Hours of Adriana Lima for Kia [VIDEO]

Victoria's Secret Super model Adriana Lima was the spotlight of the 2012 Super Bowl commercials, as she appeared in two of them -- one for automaker Kia and the other for flora company Teleflora. If you have nothing else to do for the rest of the day, you can watch a 5-hour, slow motion clip of the model alongside the rock band Motley Crue in the automaker's Super Bowl ad.

What Time is Super Bowl 2012? Kickoff at 6:30 p.m. EST; Live Stream Pre-Game Coverage Now

Football fans, if you are hyped about watching the 2012 Super Bowl then you will be glad to know that several options are available to you this year. Kickoff time starts in less than half hour and can be watched on NBC at 6:30 p.m. EST. If you don't have a television the Super Bowl 46 game will be live streamed online for the first time at NBCSports.com and at NFL.com. (Watch pre-game coverage here.)

Tiquan Underwood Cut from Patriots Roster Hours Before Super Bowl 2012

Tiquan Underwood was cut from the New England Patriots roster on Saturday, hours before the 2012 Super Bowl get underway in Indianapolis on Sunday. Underwood, who sports a buzz-cut of the famous Patriots logo, was to join his teammates for Super Bowl 46, but was said to be replaced by practice-squad defensive end Alex Silvestro, Fox Sports reported.

Gisele Bundchen's Pray for Tom Brady E-mail is 'Endearing,' Says Kellan Lutz

Gisele Bundchen, the supermodel wife of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, got criticized early last week, after an alleged e-mail she sent to family and friends requesting prayer for her husband, got leaked to the media. But Twlight star Kellan Lutz said it was very sweet of Bundchen to ask for prayers for her husband and that her e-mail was Endearing.

RIP Drake: Twitter Death Hoax Continues After Eddie Murphy Death Rumors

The Twitter death hoax continues and this time rapper Drake is the victim, with RIP Drake beginning to trend on the social media site on Saturday morning. The RIP Drake death hoax came on the heels of another death rumor about actor Eddie Murphy. There are no official reports that the rapper has passed away.

Somer Thompson's Killer Jarred Harrell Sentenced to Life in Prison

Jarred Harrell, the 26-year-old man who pleaded guilty to kidnapping, raping and murdering Somer Thompson,7, was sentenced to life in prison, without the possibility of parole. Authorities said Harrell confessed to sexually molesting and killing the 7 year old and disposing of her body. His DNA was also found on Somer.

Facebook IPO: A Glimpse at Sheryl Sandberg the $31 Million Woman

With all the talk surrounding the Facebook IPO, besides Mark Zuckerberg, one other name stands out: Sheryl Sandberg. Sandberg is the company's chief operating officer and with the approximately $31 million she made last year, she is the highest-paid employee at the social networking site. Sandberg is a married mother of two who has an excellent academic track record.

$3B WWII Wreck and Other Sunken Treasures Around the World

Treasure hunter Greg Brooks claimed he has located the wreck of a World War II British merchant ship that was carrying a load of platinum now worth $3 billion. The ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat off Cape Cod during World War II and should Brooks' location of the ship proves accurate, he will find one of the richest sunken treasures ever discovered.

Snooki Weight Loss: Skinny Star Shows Slim, Toned Legs, Tiny Waist [PHOTOS & VIDEO]

Snooki, whose real name is Nicole Polizzi, posted a stunning, yet gorgeous picture of her in a short black skirt, revealing a pair of incredibly slim and toned legs. Just in case you were wonder how much weight she has lost, the picture should give you a clue ... a lot. Snooki paired her black mini skirt with a bright leopard print zip jacket and striped platform booties.

Ja Rule to Pursue Higher Education: Urged by Dennis Kozlowski, Alan Hevesi

Rapper Ja Rule says prison life is amazing and he is certainly making the most of his time being locked away. The rapper, whose real name is Jeffrey Atkins, said he will be pursing higher education after once high-powered inmates - ex-New York State Comptroller Alan Hevesi and ex-Tyco International CEO Dennis Kozlowski - urged him to do so.

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