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March Madness: Gonzaga holds off SC to reach final
- April 07, 2017
Gonzaga hopes to become the last men's basketball team to win after being the last squad to lose. "They were making comments that we were the most nervous team in the tournament", Williams-Goss said of the team's critics. "So we had a 4-man", Gonzaga guard Nigel Williams-Goss said. "We're still going into that game thinking we can win". Saturday's Final Four will whittle the field to two, and Monday night, we will have a national champion. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Gonzaga hopes to become the last men's basketball team to win after being the last squad to lose. "They were making comments that we were the most nervous team in the tournament", Williams-Goss said of the team's critics. "So we had a 4-man", Gonzaga guard Nigel Williams-Goss said. "We're still going into that game thinking we can win". Saturday's Final Four will whittle the field to two, and Monday night, we will have a national champion. (more...)
Nine planes destroyed by U.S. strike on Syria base
- April 07, 2017
Russia's embassy in Damascus said on Friday it has no information yet on whether Russian citizens were hurt as a result of USA missile strikes on a Syrian airbase, the RIA news agency reported. "We hope for further strikes, so that the regime would not be able to use aircraft to launch airstrikes and use chemical weapons again", the statement issued by the coalition read. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Russia's embassy in Damascus said on Friday it has no information yet on whether Russian citizens were hurt as a result of USA missile strikes on a Syrian airbase, the RIA news agency reported. "We hope for further strikes, so that the regime would not be able to use aircraft to launch airstrikes and use chemical weapons again", the statement issued by the coalition read. (more...)
Amtrak CEO: Christie vow to withhold funds won't solve issue
- April 07, 2017
Ferrer said in the letter that Moorman had assured him in phone calls this week that Amtrak was working diligently to fix the damaged equipment and restore service as quickly as possible. On Wednesday, Gov. Chris Christie sent a letter to Amtrak chairman Anthony Coscia saying he has directed NJ Transit to withhold payments to Amtrak . (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Ferrer said in the letter that Moorman had assured him in phone calls this week that Amtrak was working diligently to fix the damaged equipment and restore service as quickly as possible. On Wednesday, Gov. Chris Christie sent a letter to Amtrak chairman Anthony Coscia saying he has directed NJ Transit to withhold payments to Amtrak . (more...)
Don Rickles, abrasive and beloved insult comic, dies at 90
- April 07, 2017
In an interview with Reuters to promote his 2007 memoir " Rickles' Book ", he said his flair for impromptu insults grew out of his shortcomings as a conventional comic. He was also the star of the sitcom CPO Sharkey , which ran from 1976-78, and the short-lived Don Rickles Show in 1972. "Not that you had to like it, but you had to be under a rock somewhere not to get it". (more...)
- April 07, 2017
In an interview with Reuters to promote his 2007 memoir " Rickles' Book ", he said his flair for impromptu insults grew out of his shortcomings as a conventional comic. He was also the star of the sitcom CPO Sharkey , which ran from 1976-78, and the short-lived Don Rickles Show in 1972. "Not that you had to like it, but you had to be under a rock somewhere not to get it". (more...)
Kansas man arrested for aggravated armed robbery
- April 07, 2017
The suspect stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the 44 year-old victim, who was injured in the incident and had to be taken to a local hospital for treatment. It also wasn't clear whether the robberies were related to one that occurred Monday night at the Subway sandwich shop location at 1601 W. 23rd. A third man was robbed Tuesday in an incident that wasn't reported to police until well after the fact. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The suspect stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the 44 year-old victim, who was injured in the incident and had to be taken to a local hospital for treatment. It also wasn't clear whether the robberies were related to one that occurred Monday night at the Subway sandwich shop location at 1601 W. 23rd. A third man was robbed Tuesday in an incident that wasn't reported to police until well after the fact. (more...)
New Gorillaz track featuring Mavis Staples and Pusha T landing today
- April 07, 2017
There's plenty of good news for Gorillaz fans right now, with tracks dropping left right and centre in the lead up to the hugely-anticipated Humanz, but it turns out that won't be the last of it. "So together we mourn, I'm praying for my neighbors / They say the devil's at work and Trump is calling favors...if change don't come, then the change won't come / If the bands make "em dance, then the rain gon" come". (more...)
- April 07, 2017
There's plenty of good news for Gorillaz fans right now, with tracks dropping left right and centre in the lead up to the hugely-anticipated Humanz, but it turns out that won't be the last of it. "So together we mourn, I'm praying for my neighbors / They say the devil's at work and Trump is calling favors...if change don't come, then the change won't come / If the bands make "em dance, then the rain gon" come". (more...)
Janet McTeer Joins Cast of Netflix's 'Jessica Jones'
- April 07, 2017
In a statement , executive producer Melissa Rosenberg said that they "couldn't be more excited" to work with McTeer, adding that "her gravitas and authenticity are the ideal ingredients" for the kind of story that the show will tell in its new season. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
In a statement , executive producer Melissa Rosenberg said that they "couldn't be more excited" to work with McTeer, adding that "her gravitas and authenticity are the ideal ingredients" for the kind of story that the show will tell in its new season. (more...)
Donald Trump labels sexual harasser Bill O'Reilly 'a good person'
- April 07, 2017
Trump said he didn't believe O'Reilly should have settled because he was a "good person" who had done nothing wrong. Bash later noted that the President's inner-circle likely shuddered when learning of his comments, suggesting his aides "probably got physically nauseous" when they heard him weigh in on the O'Reilly accusations. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Trump said he didn't believe O'Reilly should have settled because he was a "good person" who had done nothing wrong. Bash later noted that the President's inner-circle likely shuddered when learning of his comments, suggesting his aides "probably got physically nauseous" when they heard him weigh in on the O'Reilly accusations. (more...)
The first images of the Dirty Dancing reboot have been released
- April 07, 2017
Modern Family star Sarah Hyland, who plays Baby's sister Lisa Houseman, also shared a photo on Instagram of herself in costume. Pratts shared a photo showing Breslin in a white dress similar to the one Grey wore in the final dance number in the original film, writing, "First shot from @dirtydancingmovie!" Breslin and Prattes were spotted giggling and getting cuddly in between attempts. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Modern Family star Sarah Hyland, who plays Baby's sister Lisa Houseman, also shared a photo on Instagram of herself in costume. Pratts shared a photo showing Breslin in a white dress similar to the one Grey wore in the final dance number in the original film, writing, "First shot from @dirtydancingmovie!" Breslin and Prattes were spotted giggling and getting cuddly in between attempts. (more...)
Dustin Johnson ponders staying in field for Shell Houston Open
- April 07, 2017
Dustin Johnson is heading into April the obvious favourite to win The Masters after securing his third consecutive victory at the World Golf Championship - Dell Technologies Match Play on Sunday. "I feel like I did a pretty good job of that". If Lee wins the season's first major next weekend, the ANA Inspiration at Mission Hills in Rancho Mirage, she can get another wet celebration - by jumping into Poppie's Pond. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Dustin Johnson is heading into April the obvious favourite to win The Masters after securing his third consecutive victory at the World Golf Championship - Dell Technologies Match Play on Sunday. "I feel like I did a pretty good job of that". If Lee wins the season's first major next weekend, the ANA Inspiration at Mission Hills in Rancho Mirage, she can get another wet celebration - by jumping into Poppie's Pond. (more...)
Forrest Gump writer Eric Roth penning Villeneuve's Dune reboot
- April 07, 2017
The film has been in active development over at Legendary , which has rights for film and television. While Villeneuve has quickly become known as a sought-after sci-fi director, having helmed the Oscar-nominated Arrival and recently entered post-production on Blade Runner 2049, Roth has never worked in the genre. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The film has been in active development over at Legendary , which has rights for film and television. While Villeneuve has quickly become known as a sought-after sci-fi director, having helmed the Oscar-nominated Arrival and recently entered post-production on Blade Runner 2049, Roth has never worked in the genre. (more...)
HBOS Probe Resumed by FCA After Criminal Case Puts Six in Prison
- April 07, 2017
Bank victims Paul and Nikki Turner - the Cambridge couple who say they first alerted police to the scam - said today: "After almost a decade-and-a-half of fighting, it is a relief to see that Lloyds is finally recognising its obligations to the victims of this scandal". (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Bank victims Paul and Nikki Turner - the Cambridge couple who say they first alerted police to the scam - said today: "After almost a decade-and-a-half of fighting, it is a relief to see that Lloyds is finally recognising its obligations to the victims of this scandal". (more...)
Hoffman, McGirt lead Masters heading into 2nd round
- April 07, 2017
McIlroy, when told about Hoffman's 65, said: "That's unbelievable". IF the Masters started today, Dustin Johnson probably could have played. Three-times champion Mickelson, seeking at age 46 to surpass Jack Nicklaus as the oldest Masters victor, licked his lips when he saw the weather forecast, figuring it would give him an advantage over younger players. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
McIlroy, when told about Hoffman's 65, said: "That's unbelievable". IF the Masters started today, Dustin Johnson probably could have played. Three-times champion Mickelson, seeking at age 46 to surpass Jack Nicklaus as the oldest Masters victor, licked his lips when he saw the weather forecast, figuring it would give him an advantage over younger players. (more...)
Goldberg and Brock Lesnar Had the Best Match at WrestleMania 33
- April 07, 2017
Ross's eleventh hour signing was reported after last night's glittering ceremony at the WWE Hall of Fame. All major credit and debit cards will be accepted, and fans can even select a cash on delivery option. challenger Brock Lesnar , as well as " Smackdown " champ Bray Wyatt vs. Alexa Bliss will defend the Smackdown Women's title and former female wrestlers have been contacted about appearing, so no one knows who will all be in it. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
Ross's eleventh hour signing was reported after last night's glittering ceremony at the WWE Hall of Fame. All major credit and debit cards will be accepted, and fans can even select a cash on delivery option. challenger Brock Lesnar , as well as " Smackdown " champ Bray Wyatt vs. Alexa Bliss will defend the Smackdown Women's title and former female wrestlers have been contacted about appearing, so no one knows who will all be in it. (more...)
North Korea sends condolences to Russian Federation after St. Petersburg blast
- April 07, 2017
She also said that an improvised explosive device (IED) was found in the detained suspects' apartments during a police raid, along with firearms and ammunition. A gathering in memory of the victims of the deadly St. Petersburg metro explosion will take place in the city on Thursday, St. Petersburg Governor Georgy Poltavchenko announced. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
She also said that an improvised explosive device (IED) was found in the detained suspects' apartments during a police raid, along with firearms and ammunition. A gathering in memory of the victims of the deadly St. Petersburg metro explosion will take place in the city on Thursday, St. Petersburg Governor Georgy Poltavchenko announced. (more...)
Bon Jovi ends Pittsburgh concert early, blames sore throat
- April 07, 2017
In a recording from the event, he told the audience: 'I just wanna apologise. He tried to keep performing, and even joked, "This is the day when I need a karaoke singer". He was forced to cut short a concert in Pittsburgh by almost an hour on Wednesday. "Based on doctors' recommendations, Bon Jovi's concerts at Madison Square Garden (on Friday, April 7th and Saturday, April 8th) must unfortunately be rescheduled, due to the bronchitis that Jon Bon Jovi has been fighting". (more...)
- April 07, 2017
In a recording from the event, he told the audience: 'I just wanna apologise. He tried to keep performing, and even joked, "This is the day when I need a karaoke singer". He was forced to cut short a concert in Pittsburgh by almost an hour on Wednesday. "Based on doctors' recommendations, Bon Jovi's concerts at Madison Square Garden (on Friday, April 7th and Saturday, April 8th) must unfortunately be rescheduled, due to the bronchitis that Jon Bon Jovi has been fighting". (more...)
American comedian Don Rickles dead at 90
- April 07, 2017
He was best known to the younger generations for voicing Mr. Potato Head in the Toy Story film series. YouTube user Stephen Nichols put together a compilation video for those of us who like to remember Rickles at his best. Samuel L. Jackson said on Instagram: "Farewell to a comedic legend & dear friend, Don Rickles ". The salty-tongued funnyman was a favourite on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Late Show with David Letterman . (more...)
- April 07, 2017
He was best known to the younger generations for voicing Mr. Potato Head in the Toy Story film series. YouTube user Stephen Nichols put together a compilation video for those of us who like to remember Rickles at his best. Samuel L. Jackson said on Instagram: "Farewell to a comedic legend & dear friend, Don Rickles ". The salty-tongued funnyman was a favourite on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Late Show with David Letterman . (more...)
Masters at a glance
- April 07, 2017
So tough was Augusta National in gusts that approached 40 miles per hour that Hoffman and McGirt were the only players who broke 70. And only four first round leaders have gone on to win the Masters in the past 40 years. One shot spun back into the water. Another shot went well over the green. The winds caught up with Lefty during a middle stretch where he made four bogeys in seven holes. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
So tough was Augusta National in gusts that approached 40 miles per hour that Hoffman and McGirt were the only players who broke 70. And only four first round leaders have gone on to win the Masters in the past 40 years. One shot spun back into the water. Another shot went well over the green. The winds caught up with Lefty during a middle stretch where he made four bogeys in seven holes. (more...)
F1 confirms last Malaysian GP in October
- April 07, 2017
The last Malaysian Grand Prix will run on October 1, bringing an end to a race that has been a fixture on the Formula One calendar for 19 years. The Malaysian news agency Bernama said PM Razak confirmed that Malaysian sponsor Petronas will continue to sponsor Mercedes despite the demise of the local race. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
The last Malaysian Grand Prix will run on October 1, bringing an end to a race that has been a fixture on the Formula One calendar for 19 years. The Malaysian news agency Bernama said PM Razak confirmed that Malaysian sponsor Petronas will continue to sponsor Mercedes despite the demise of the local race. (more...)
Iggy Izalea swears by twerking in order to lose weight
- April 07, 2017
But the "Fancy" rhymer got a little help to ideal her twerking skills. The 26-year-old recently confessed to a New Zealand radio station that in preparation for the racy vid she practiced the dance move for hours daily and ended up shedding 15 pounds. (more...)
- April 07, 2017
But the "Fancy" rhymer got a little help to ideal her twerking skills. The 26-year-old recently confessed to a New Zealand radio station that in preparation for the racy vid she practiced the dance move for hours daily and ended up shedding 15 pounds. (more...)
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