The Presidential Council On Beards

An amusing bit of April foolery from the White House:

Today, President Obama announced the creation of the President's Council on Beards, a committee of volunteer citizens and officials dedicated to honoring our nation's history, and promoting men's health and wellness. Finding inspiration from today's visit by the renowned beard enthusiasts from the 2013 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox, the President has pulled together an experienced, enthusiastic, and hairy team of council members to advise him on issues related to beard growth, health, and styles.

Photos at the link. (Tipped by JMG reader Peter)

Headline Of The Day

Via Irish Central:

President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, has been invited to become Grand Marshal of the 2015 NYC St. Patrick's Day parade. According to a press release published on its homepage by parade committee, the committee has personally written to the Russian president to invite him to become the parade's Grand Marshal in 2015. The historic invite will silence longtime critics who say the parade is not inclusive, Dunleavy said. "A Russian citizen has never been selected to become Grand Marshal before, never mind an elected head of state," A spokesman explained. "This goodwill gesture demonstrates that our parade has never and will never discriminate. Despite our political differences, we can all come together on Fifth Avenue on the one day when everyone is Irish."

(Tipped by JMG reader Cahir)

Google Maps: Pokemon Challenge

Keep in mind tomorrow's date.

(Tipped by JMG reader Elroy)

Introducing Google Nose