It’s time for the weekly news round-up that gives you some interesting news stories to talk about, just in case you missed them. Conversations with someone you meet should not have any awkward pauses and these stories will give you the ammunition to shoot down those moments and fill the air with fun topics to talk about.

- Woman charged with perjury after evading jury duty. Some exploits are worth bragging about, some aren’t. Add “how to avoid jury duty” as one stunt you shouldn’t brag about when calling in to a radio station. Stupid is as stupid does.

- Man spends days in diapers because he wants to. We’ve all heard about this “urban myth” of the adult baby, well the myth has been busted with the outing of Stanley Thorton, who spends his days in diapers and sleeping in his crib. Sure, you say, most men are big babies… but this is the limit! Article has pics and video.

- Pink slime losing market share. yes, it’s official, “pink slime” the remnants of lean beef mechanically separated from fat and beef carcass trimmings will be available a lot less for human consumption. The 3 largest grocers in the US, as well as McDonald’s Restaurants, will stop adding this “lean finely textured beef” to their ground beef products. Quite a victory for our favorite food man Jamie Oliver. Well played sir!

- Oh to be a red sock! Yes, it’s a Kelly Brook video, for a sports relief charity, featuring her boobies. Hello weekend!

- Texting while walking causes woman to fall off pier. It’s a dangerous activity, no doubt. No word if the phone survived the fall.

- Celebrity tidbits. When all else fails, show off your intelligence with these fascinating celebrity facts. Really, some people like this stuff. Complete with star photo slideshow.

Have a great weekend!