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Get A Peek At Your May Netflix Binge, Anne
- April 06, 2017
Anne is out to prove that she's just as valuable to the family (and the town) as any boy. Upon learning of the "mistake", the siblings plan to send Anne back, but Anne resists, proclaiming, "Girls can do anything a boy can do, and more!" The trailer does not reveal any major plot details. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Anne is out to prove that she's just as valuable to the family (and the town) as any boy. Upon learning of the "mistake", the siblings plan to send Anne back, but Anne resists, proclaiming, "Girls can do anything a boy can do, and more!" The trailer does not reveal any major plot details. (more...)
US department: North Korea fires ballistic missile into Japan
- April 06, 2017
Some analysts said that North Korea might have fired off an upgraded version of the Pukguksong-2 missile or conducted the flight-test of an early version of an intercontinental ballistic missile. "Bearing in mind the possibility that the launch was a failure, we should analyse the case as soon as possible". Trump, in an interview with the Financial Times this week, said, "China will either decide to help us with North Korea, or they won't". (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Some analysts said that North Korea might have fired off an upgraded version of the Pukguksong-2 missile or conducted the flight-test of an early version of an intercontinental ballistic missile. "Bearing in mind the possibility that the launch was a failure, we should analyse the case as soon as possible". Trump, in an interview with the Financial Times this week, said, "China will either decide to help us with North Korea, or they won't". (more...)
Erdogan says more than 100 people killed in suspected Idlib chemical attack
- April 06, 2017
President Trump opened a news conference with a key Middle East ally Wednesday by denouncing this week's chemical attack in Syria and suggesting his administration would develop a new policy toward Bashar al-Assad's government. The observatory's report did not specify which government-allied force might have attacked the town. The suspected chemical attack killed dozens of people on Tuesday, Syrian opposition activists said, describing the attack as among the worst in the country's six-year ... (more...)
- April 06, 2017
President Trump opened a news conference with a key Middle East ally Wednesday by denouncing this week's chemical attack in Syria and suggesting his administration would develop a new policy toward Bashar al-Assad's government. The observatory's report did not specify which government-allied force might have attacked the town. The suspected chemical attack killed dozens of people on Tuesday, Syrian opposition activists said, describing the attack as among the worst in the country's six-year ... (more...)
Trump presses China on NKorea; another bluff could hurt him
- April 06, 2017
White House officials said Tuesday that trade and security would be high on the new American president's agenda, including pushing China to exert more economic pressure on North Korea. North Korea may want to send a message to both Washington and Beijing that it doesn't want to be the subject of negotiations, with the country's young leader, Kim Jong Un, vowing to build a powerful, prosperous nation. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
White House officials said Tuesday that trade and security would be high on the new American president's agenda, including pushing China to exert more economic pressure on North Korea. North Korea may want to send a message to both Washington and Beijing that it doesn't want to be the subject of negotiations, with the country's young leader, Kim Jong Un, vowing to build a powerful, prosperous nation. (more...)
Newcastle survives referee's error, on track for EPL return
- April 06, 2017
Newcastle now sit top of the Championship table, with a one point lead over second placed Brighton and Hove Albion, and more importantly, a 10 point advantage over third placed Huddersfield Town. " It gives us a lot of confidence going into the game, everyone has played in big pressure games whether that's games vying for promotion or to stay up ". (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Newcastle now sit top of the Championship table, with a one point lead over second placed Brighton and Hove Albion, and more importantly, a 10 point advantage over third placed Huddersfield Town. " It gives us a lot of confidence going into the game, everyone has played in big pressure games whether that's games vying for promotion or to stay up ". (more...)
What Are The Cahnces Of Chance The Rapper?
- April 06, 2017
The official website of the petition, Chano4Mayor, outlines some of the reasons fans believe he would be ideal as Chicago's mayor. "You represent Chicago on the world stage, and you do us proud". "You'd send a message that Chicago is ready for a new generation of leadership". He has spent most of his time in the spotlight bringing awareness and inspiration to young people, particularly those from Chicago , and his fans have noticed his love and dedication. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
The official website of the petition, Chano4Mayor, outlines some of the reasons fans believe he would be ideal as Chicago's mayor. "You represent Chicago on the world stage, and you do us proud". "You'd send a message that Chicago is ready for a new generation of leadership". He has spent most of his time in the spotlight bringing awareness and inspiration to young people, particularly those from Chicago , and his fans have noticed his love and dedication. (more...)
North Korea fires suspected missile into Sea of Japan, claims South Korea
- April 06, 2017
Ties between the two countries' militaries were described as being "as close as teeth and lips", a relationship that has not changed despite Beijing's expressions of concern about North Korean provocations. -China trade ties to pressure Beijing to do more to rein in its nuclear-armed neighbour North Korea, which is working to develop missiles capable of hitting the United States . (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Ties between the two countries' militaries were described as being "as close as teeth and lips", a relationship that has not changed despite Beijing's expressions of concern about North Korean provocations. -China trade ties to pressure Beijing to do more to rein in its nuclear-armed neighbour North Korea, which is working to develop missiles capable of hitting the United States . (more...)
Obama aide says intel not used to spy on Trump advisers
- April 06, 2017
Trump made the accusation in an interview with The New York Times and would not say if he reviewed new intelligence to support his claim . Yet unless you are a devotee of Fox News I shall bet that you are nearly completely ignorant of a news story that came out last Friday. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Trump made the accusation in an interview with The New York Times and would not say if he reviewed new intelligence to support his claim . Yet unless you are a devotee of Fox News I shall bet that you are nearly completely ignorant of a news story that came out last Friday. (more...)
WrestleMania 33 Fallout, New Champions, The Hardys, More
- April 06, 2017
Earlier, in his match against Reigns, The Deadman did put up some fight with some brutal blows against him. It was rumoured for weeks that Wrestlemania 33 was going to be Taker's last match and most wrestling fans knew that the "Big Dog" would pull a victory over "The Phenom". (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Earlier, in his match against Reigns, The Deadman did put up some fight with some brutal blows against him. It was rumoured for weeks that Wrestlemania 33 was going to be Taker's last match and most wrestling fans knew that the "Big Dog" would pull a victory over "The Phenom". (more...)
Preacher season 2 teaser trailer lands: The AMC series returns this June
- April 06, 2017
And, unlike the previous 10 episode season, the expanded second season will consist of 13 episodes as we embark on a road trip with with West Texas preacher Jesse Custer, his ex-girlfriend Tulip, and an Irish vampire named Cassidy, to find God while being thrust into a twisted battle spanning heaven, hell, and just about everywhere in between. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
And, unlike the previous 10 episode season, the expanded second season will consist of 13 episodes as we embark on a road trip with with West Texas preacher Jesse Custer, his ex-girlfriend Tulip, and an Irish vampire named Cassidy, to find God while being thrust into a twisted battle spanning heaven, hell, and just about everywhere in between. (more...)
Women use #DropOReilly to show how common workplace sexual harassment really is
- April 06, 2017
Wieser noted some advertisers had already made a decision to stay away following the sexual harassment scandals of the network's departed head, Roger Ailes, and newly concerned companies will wind up on other Fox News programs. "The Women's March group posted a message on Twitter , encouraging people to use the term "#DropOReilly" to tell advertisers to pull their ads from the program and also encouraged people to share their own experiences with sexual harassment. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Wieser noted some advertisers had already made a decision to stay away following the sexual harassment scandals of the network's departed head, Roger Ailes, and newly concerned companies will wind up on other Fox News programs. "The Women's March group posted a message on Twitter , encouraging people to use the term "#DropOReilly" to tell advertisers to pull their ads from the program and also encouraged people to share their own experiences with sexual harassment. (more...)
Pepsi says it's pulling widely mocked ad
- April 06, 2017
It said it was "removing the content and halting any further rollout". "Next time @pepsi do one where Kendall Jenner marches to Montgomery but the cops don't bludgeon her bc she's white & has a refreshing @pepsi", added New Yorker contributing writer Jia Tolentino . (more...)
- April 06, 2017
It said it was "removing the content and halting any further rollout". "Next time @pepsi do one where Kendall Jenner marches to Montgomery but the cops don't bludgeon her bc she's white & has a refreshing @pepsi", added New Yorker contributing writer Jia Tolentino . (more...)
'Clearly we missed the mark': Pepsi just pulled this controversial ad
- April 06, 2017
If it was only that easy. Pepsi has pulled its controversial Kendall Jenner ad. "We did not intend to make light of any serious issue", the statement continued. Grabbing a Pepsi , she bravely offers it to one of the police officers, who accepts the peace offering. The shot of Jenner handing a Pepsi to a policeman is similar to a Reuters Picture of the Year-winning image of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, protester Ieshia Evans, who stands peacefully as she is arrested by police ... (more...)
- April 06, 2017
If it was only that easy. Pepsi has pulled its controversial Kendall Jenner ad. "We did not intend to make light of any serious issue", the statement continued. Grabbing a Pepsi , she bravely offers it to one of the police officers, who accepts the peace offering. The shot of Jenner handing a Pepsi to a policeman is similar to a Reuters Picture of the Year-winning image of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, protester Ieshia Evans, who stands peacefully as she is arrested by police ... (more...)
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge vs. Galaxy S8 Plus
- April 06, 2017
For one thing, Samsung says Bixby will be able to handle any smartphone task now managed by touch. "How will Bixby differentiate itself from Google Assistant?" We have seen the image before, but little did we know that the devices that appear to be surveillance cameras mounted on retractable poles (that look like selfie sticks) are actually Galaxy Note 7 units. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
For one thing, Samsung says Bixby will be able to handle any smartphone task now managed by touch. "How will Bixby differentiate itself from Google Assistant?" We have seen the image before, but little did we know that the devices that appear to be surveillance cameras mounted on retractable poles (that look like selfie sticks) are actually Galaxy Note 7 units. (more...)
United Kingdom faces tough divorce from the EU
- April 06, 2017
Mr Tusk said London must first make headway on the paying the costs of the split, safeguarding the rights of three million European citizens living in Britain, and also the border in Northern Ireland. But the EU said it would not allow the United Kingdom to pay for access to the European single market for key economic sectors like financial services and auto makers, raising the stakes for securing a free trade deal. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Mr Tusk said London must first make headway on the paying the costs of the split, safeguarding the rights of three million European citizens living in Britain, and also the border in Northern Ireland. But the EU said it would not allow the United Kingdom to pay for access to the European single market for key economic sectors like financial services and auto makers, raising the stakes for securing a free trade deal. (more...)
North Carolina future uncertain after 'Bathroom bill' reset
- April 06, 2017
On Friday, the ACC, which had shifted the conference's recent women's basketball tournament to SC because of House Bill 2 , said it would once again consider North Carolina sites to host events because of the repeal. Did repeal of the law go far enough? (3) Put a moratorium on local ordinances " regulating private employment practices or regulating public accommodations" until December 1, 2020. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
On Friday, the ACC, which had shifted the conference's recent women's basketball tournament to SC because of House Bill 2 , said it would once again consider North Carolina sites to host events because of the repeal. Did repeal of the law go far enough? (3) Put a moratorium on local ordinances " regulating private employment practices or regulating public accommodations" until December 1, 2020. (more...)
US, Russia trade claims about who used chem weapons in Syria
- April 06, 2017
Ahmed al-Sheikho, of the Idlib Civil Defense team, said the latest airstrikes hit near where the suspected chemical attack occurred, in Khan Sheikhoun. Jean-Marc Ayrault, its foreign minister, said, "In the face of such serious actions that threaten worldwide security, I ask for everyone not to shirk their responsibilities". (more...)
- April 06, 2017
Ahmed al-Sheikho, of the Idlib Civil Defense team, said the latest airstrikes hit near where the suspected chemical attack occurred, in Khan Sheikhoun. Jean-Marc Ayrault, its foreign minister, said, "In the face of such serious actions that threaten worldwide security, I ask for everyone not to shirk their responsibilities". (more...)
RSVP to visit the 'Gorillaz Spirit House' in Williamsburg
- April 06, 2017
The Spirit House will open first in Brooklyn on April 21st-23rd, followed by appearances in Berlin (April 28th-30th) and Amsterdam (May 6th). Check out the four recent releases and stay tuned for their full-length album Humanz to drop April 28. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
The Spirit House will open first in Brooklyn on April 21st-23rd, followed by appearances in Berlin (April 28th-30th) and Amsterdam (May 6th). Check out the four recent releases and stay tuned for their full-length album Humanz to drop April 28. (more...)
Johnson: All evidence points to Assad behind chemical attack in Syria
- April 06, 2017
He was unclear, however, about how he viewed Syrian President Bashar Assad, blamed for most of the atrocities in Syria, and what actions he might take. At a donor conference in Brussels , U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed for Syria's warring factions and government backers such as Russian Federation and Iran to bring an end to a six-year conflict that has killed nearly 400,000 people. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
He was unclear, however, about how he viewed Syrian President Bashar Assad, blamed for most of the atrocities in Syria, and what actions he might take. At a donor conference in Brussels , U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed for Syria's warring factions and government backers such as Russian Federation and Iran to bring an end to a six-year conflict that has killed nearly 400,000 people. (more...)
Pepsi pulls Kendal Jenner ad after online backlash
- April 06, 2017
The ad's many critics derided the spot as being disrespectful and appropriative of the Black Lives Matter movement and protests of President Donald Trump, including the Women's March on Washington. The website Gothamist expressed a common sentiment online in calling the ad "gloriously tone-deaf". While Jenner was initially "honored" to be the face of the ad, she later deleted all of her tweets promoting it. (more...)
- April 06, 2017
The ad's many critics derided the spot as being disrespectful and appropriative of the Black Lives Matter movement and protests of President Donald Trump, including the Women's March on Washington. The website Gothamist expressed a common sentiment online in calling the ad "gloriously tone-deaf". While Jenner was initially "honored" to be the face of the ad, she later deleted all of her tweets promoting it. (more...)
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