The news on Friday was dominated by national politics. The night after Barack Obama’s Democratic nomination acceptance speech, John McCain announced his running mate, Alaskan governor Sarah Palin. A more controversial selection than it may have been a few weeks ago, Palin is under investigation by the state of Alaska for alleged abuse of powers.

In celebrity news, American Idol Carrie Underwood and Michael Phelps are set to go on a date. Sources say that Phelps is “smitten” with the country singer.

The New York Times printed a Fake Diary by Woody Allen, promoting his new film Vicky Cristina Barcelona. The diary pokes fun at the accommodations in Barcelona and Allen’s own reputation as a fan of young women.

Actor David Duchovny suffers from sexual addiction. He has entered a rehabilitation facility seeking treatment.

Music lovers can soon pick up a new set of Hohner harmonicas designed by Bob Dylan. These limited edition titles will be called the Bob Dylan signature series.

Last but not least, Mahalo.com has a new entry in our “Best of” series. This one humorously details the Best Fictional Cops of the small and big screens. Leave a comment on the message board if your favorite fake cop isn’t listed here.

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At the 2008 Democratic National Convention Barack Obama and Joe Biden were nominated as the party’s presidential and vice-presidential nominees.

There’s speculation that Hurricane Gustav’s projected path toward the same areas of Louisiana and Mississippi that Katrina and Rita hit in 2005 could cloud the Republican National Convention, which starts September 1.

Mahalo’s stellar video games team provides us with Tales of Vesperia walkthrough information.

The story of almost-1,000-pound woman Mayra Lizbeth Rosales and her murder charge in the death of her nephew continues.

In celebrity news, actress Courteney Cox Arquette was in a car accident in Hawaii, the 18 cast members of Survivor: Gabon were announced and Kate Moss appears nude in Interview magazine.

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Our front page featured the 2008 Democratic Convention, and the big news of Hillary Clinton’s Convention speech.

In breaking news, a fire in Calabasas, California forced some people to evacuate their homes. Computer problems at the FAA caused multiple flight delays. And Hurricane Gustav continued on its projected path towards Cuba.

Some more famous names were in the news: Brad Pitt reportedly photographed Angelina Jolie and their children for the cover of W Magazine. NBA All-Star Kevin Duckworth’s death was a blow to many fans. And John Edwards may be calling supporters to ask their forgiveness for lying about his affair.

On a lighter note, enjoy this video of a Crazed Weather Guy Fan.

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