Four mortar shells have been fired into the Green Zone as Vice President Joe Biden is visiting Baghdad.

Even the mighty Wolverine is taking precautions when it comes to swine flu. Film distributor 20th Century Fox says it has canceled actor Hugh Jackman’s scheduled appearance in Mexico City to promote “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.“

A man threw his shoes at President George W. Bush and was dragged away by security officials during the president’s farewell trip to Iraq. The incident occurred as Bush was appearing Sunday with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. Bush ducked and wasn’t hit by either shoe.

President George Bush will make a brief visit to South Carolina later this week. After several appearances in Florida on Friday, the President flies to the Charleston Air Force Base where he will meet and pose for pictures with members of the Simpsonville Stars. The team recently won the Little League Softball World Series.

If you’re looking for a reason to come visit, or live in Aiken, there are plenty to be found…It’s been named ‘Best Equestrian Town in the United States.‘ Aiken has also been called a “Distinctive Destination” by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Aiken is also one of the top 100 ‘Best Communities for Young People,‘ according to ‘America’s Promise Alliance.‘