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Russian Federation challenges U.S. to prove chemical attack in Syria
- April 21, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said the USA sees "no further role" for Bashar al-Assad as Syria's leader. Details of the meeting were not released. Pressure on Russia: China's break, taken with continued denunciations by the USA and its Western allies of Russian support of Assad, could raise the stakes for Russia. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said the USA sees "no further role" for Bashar al-Assad as Syria's leader. Details of the meeting were not released. Pressure on Russia: China's break, taken with continued denunciations by the USA and its Western allies of Russian support of Assad, could raise the stakes for Russia. (more...)
President Trump backs beleaguered Fox News host Bill O'Reilly
- April 21, 2017
All five of the women who relieved settlements worked at Fox News, which ranged from junior producers to on-air personalities and anchors dating back to 2002. Several more advertisers have joined the list of defectors from Fox News Channel's "The O'Reilly Factor ", bringing the total to around 20. The group is keeping track of companies who say they will pull ads from O'Reilly's show and has been celebrating their progress on Twitter . (more...)
- April 21, 2017
All five of the women who relieved settlements worked at Fox News, which ranged from junior producers to on-air personalities and anchors dating back to 2002. Several more advertisers have joined the list of defectors from Fox News Channel's "The O'Reilly Factor ", bringing the total to around 20. The group is keeping track of companies who say they will pull ads from O'Reilly's show and has been celebrating their progress on Twitter . (more...)
Netflix's Q2 Subscriber Guidance Was Well Ahead Of Analyst Expectations
- April 21, 2017
However, user growth is a more important metric for a growth company like Netflix . Netflix said that due to certain content moves, particularly moving "House of Cards" from Q1 to Q2, some net additions to its subscriber count also shifted from Q1 to Q2. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
However, user growth is a more important metric for a growth company like Netflix . Netflix said that due to certain content moves, particularly moving "House of Cards" from Q1 to Q2, some net additions to its subscriber count also shifted from Q1 to Q2. (more...)
Drift analysis says MH370 likely crashed north of search
- April 21, 2017
In a new report released on Friday, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) said tests recently completed on an actual Boeing 777 flaperon revealed that MH370 was probably lying north of the actual search zone, in an area twice the size of greater Sydney (25,000 square-km). (more...)
- April 21, 2017
In a new report released on Friday, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) said tests recently completed on an actual Boeing 777 flaperon revealed that MH370 was probably lying north of the actual search zone, in an area twice the size of greater Sydney (25,000 square-km). (more...)
21st Century stock rises after O'Reilly firing
- April 21, 2017
The move came after more than 50 advertisers dropped "The O'Reilly Factor" after news reports revealed the network and its star commentator had paid $13 million to five women to settle claims of abusive behavior. Then in 2004, another FOX News producer, Andrea Mackris, filed a lawsuit saying she was sexually harassed and threatened by O'Reilly who was married at the time . (more...)
- April 21, 2017
The move came after more than 50 advertisers dropped "The O'Reilly Factor" after news reports revealed the network and its star commentator had paid $13 million to five women to settle claims of abusive behavior. Then in 2004, another FOX News producer, Andrea Mackris, filed a lawsuit saying she was sexually harassed and threatened by O'Reilly who was married at the time . (more...)
Pence takes message of US resolve against North Korea to Japan
- April 21, 2017
Kim's government is the world's most totalitarian and most oppressive. It operates slave labor camps and engages in torture, forced medical experimentation, and rape and murder on industrial scales. What is the evidence for Kristof's claim that our president is "temperamentally inclined to fire missiles"? Vice President Mike Pence, who is on his first official tour of the region, has said repeatedly that "the era of strategic patience is over" and "all options are on the table". (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Kim's government is the world's most totalitarian and most oppressive. It operates slave labor camps and engages in torture, forced medical experimentation, and rape and murder on industrial scales. What is the evidence for Kristof's claim that our president is "temperamentally inclined to fire missiles"? Vice President Mike Pence, who is on his first official tour of the region, has said repeatedly that "the era of strategic patience is over" and "all options are on the table". (more...)
LeBron James helps Cavs erase record playoff halftime deficit
- April 21, 2017
The Pacers played flawless basketball in the first half and then they couldn't buy a basket in the second once LeBron and the Cavs started honing in on their personal matchups. The Pacers believe they should have won Game 1 , and think they would have won Game 2 had they kept their composure in the third quarter. We're not sure which is better here - Myles Turner's explosive dunk or his father's reaction. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
The Pacers played flawless basketball in the first half and then they couldn't buy a basket in the second once LeBron and the Cavs started honing in on their personal matchups. The Pacers believe they should have won Game 1 , and think they would have won Game 2 had they kept their composure in the third quarter. We're not sure which is better here - Myles Turner's explosive dunk or his father's reaction. (more...)
Colorado Starbucks barista has meltdown over Unicorn Frappuccino
- April 21, 2017
Starbucks launched its Unicorn Frappuccino Wednesday, and most Northwest Indiana locations sold out almost right away. By swirling the drink, yu can "reveal a color-changing spectacle of purple and pink". Does fat make you feel good? A barista from Florida, Tina Lee, wrote: "As a barista, just know that every time you ask me to make this, a part of me dies #unicornfrappuccino". (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Starbucks launched its Unicorn Frappuccino Wednesday, and most Northwest Indiana locations sold out almost right away. By swirling the drink, yu can "reveal a color-changing spectacle of purple and pink". Does fat make you feel good? A barista from Florida, Tina Lee, wrote: "As a barista, just know that every time you ask me to make this, a part of me dies #unicornfrappuccino". (more...)
Cuba Gooding Sr. found dead in auto, aged 72
- April 21, 2017
In early 2017, Cuba appeared on Inside the Actors Studio , where he opened up about his father . Together they had four children: Cuba Jr., an Oscar victor for Jerry Maguire; Omar, an actor and rapper; April , an actress and comedian; and Tommy, a musician. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
In early 2017, Cuba appeared on Inside the Actors Studio , where he opened up about his father . Together they had four children: Cuba Jr., an Oscar victor for Jerry Maguire; Omar, an actor and rapper; April , an actress and comedian; and Tommy, a musician. (more...)
We Needed That - Raheem Sterling Salutes Manchester City Beating Hull
- April 21, 2017
He was, naturally, also involved in City's second, a Guardiola-hallmarked 20-pass confection starting with goalkeeper Claudio Bravo and ending as Sergio Aguero claimed his 10 goal in his last 10 matches. Fabian Delph has said he is determined to force his way into Pep Guardiola's long-term plans after two hard seasons at Manchester City . There was nearly a second own goal, Eldin Jakupovic sparing Dawson's blushes. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
He was, naturally, also involved in City's second, a Guardiola-hallmarked 20-pass confection starting with goalkeeper Claudio Bravo and ending as Sergio Aguero claimed his 10 goal in his last 10 matches. Fabian Delph has said he is determined to force his way into Pep Guardiola's long-term plans after two hard seasons at Manchester City . There was nearly a second own goal, Eldin Jakupovic sparing Dawson's blushes. (more...)
Blame mediocre shows for Netflix's slow subscriber growth during Q1
- April 21, 2017
All over the world, HBO has around 134 million subscribers and provides the internet-only option. Netflix had previously frozen prices for millions of subscribers at 2014 levels. Finally, Wedbush lifted their price objective on Netflix from $60.00 to $68.00 and gave the stock an "underperform" rating in a research note on Thursday, January 19th. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
All over the world, HBO has around 134 million subscribers and provides the internet-only option. Netflix had previously frozen prices for millions of subscribers at 2014 levels. Finally, Wedbush lifted their price objective on Netflix from $60.00 to $68.00 and gave the stock an "underperform" rating in a research note on Thursday, January 19th. (more...)
Thankfully, Carrie Fisher Won't Appear in Star Wars: Episode IX After
- April 21, 2017
To some fans, Captain Phasma is the Boba Fett of the new Star Wars movie trilogy - she looks impossibly cool in her full-body armor, but she has maybe ten minutes of screen time and doesn't really do all that much. Characters like Yoda and Darth Maul also make an appearance. The first fully-formed trailer for "The Last Jedi" had nearly half a million views and more than 13,000 comments on YouTube within 90 minutes of being posted, with #TheLastJedi quickly becoming the top trending hashtag ... (more...)
- April 21, 2017
To some fans, Captain Phasma is the Boba Fett of the new Star Wars movie trilogy - she looks impossibly cool in her full-body armor, but she has maybe ten minutes of screen time and doesn't really do all that much. Characters like Yoda and Darth Maul also make an appearance. The first fully-formed trailer for "The Last Jedi" had nearly half a million views and more than 13,000 comments on YouTube within 90 minutes of being posted, with #TheLastJedi quickly becoming the top trending hashtag ... (more...)
Trump raps Iran as violating 'spirit' of nuclear deal
- April 21, 2017
However, there have yet been no concrete practical anti-Iranian steps, only loud statements, which, in the understanding of the new United States administration, show that America is regaining its greatness. He went on to say that the deal also does not address Iran's violation of human rights or their destabilizing influence throughout the region, so he said Tillerson should tell allies that he will target that "bad behavior". (more...)
- April 21, 2017
However, there have yet been no concrete practical anti-Iranian steps, only loud statements, which, in the understanding of the new United States administration, show that America is regaining its greatness. He went on to say that the deal also does not address Iran's violation of human rights or their destabilizing influence throughout the region, so he said Tillerson should tell allies that he will target that "bad behavior". (more...)
Mbappe at Monaco 'for one more year'
- April 21, 2017
Monaco of France have booked their spot in the Champions League semifinals after defeating German side Borussia Dortmund 3-1 in their second leg quarterfinal tie which sealed them a 6-3 aggregate victory. Asked whether Real, who could face Monaco in the last four, had contacted him about Mbappe, Cordon told Cadena Ser radio: "The truth is they haven't". (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Monaco of France have booked their spot in the Champions League semifinals after defeating German side Borussia Dortmund 3-1 in their second leg quarterfinal tie which sealed them a 6-3 aggregate victory. Asked whether Real, who could face Monaco in the last four, had contacted him about Mbappe, Cordon told Cadena Ser radio: "The truth is they haven't". (more...)
Star World presents India's first live Game of Thrones debate
- April 21, 2017
Game of Thrones Season 7 premieres Sunday, July 16 at 9/8c on HBO . One still shows Daenerys Targayen ( Emilia Clarke ) and her crew finally landing in Westeros. The story Game of Thrones creators drive fans wild with season 7 set photos first appeared on The Sydney Morning Herald . These include Melisandre (Carice van Houten), Ellaria Sand (Indira Varma), Bronn (Jerome Flynn) and Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen). (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Game of Thrones Season 7 premieres Sunday, July 16 at 9/8c on HBO . One still shows Daenerys Targayen ( Emilia Clarke ) and her crew finally landing in Westeros. The story Game of Thrones creators drive fans wild with season 7 set photos first appeared on The Sydney Morning Herald . These include Melisandre (Carice van Houten), Ellaria Sand (Indira Varma), Bronn (Jerome Flynn) and Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen). (more...)
Turkey's opposition CHP says will employ all legal ways to appeal referendum
- April 21, 2017
Residents in a number of neighbourhoods in Istanbul , which narrowly voted "no", took to the streets banging pots and pans to protest against Erdogan's victory. Republican People's Party leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu accused the electoral board of bias and of favoring the governing party. However, unlike President Buhari, the European Union has called on Turkish authorities to launch "transparent investigations" after global observers criticised the voting process during the recent referendum. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Residents in a number of neighbourhoods in Istanbul , which narrowly voted "no", took to the streets banging pots and pans to protest against Erdogan's victory. Republican People's Party leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu accused the electoral board of bias and of favoring the governing party. However, unlike President Buhari, the European Union has called on Turkish authorities to launch "transparent investigations" after global observers criticised the voting process during the recent referendum. (more...)
NFL champs to visit Trump hours after ex-player's death
- April 21, 2017
Besides Brady, at least six members of the team were not expected at Wednesday's event. Our team has accomplished something very special that we are all proud of and will be for years to come. I don't even know what the press secretary does, but based on Melissa McCarthy's portrayal of Spicer on Saturday Night Live , my guess is that he just makes shit up and spits a lot. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Besides Brady, at least six members of the team were not expected at Wednesday's event. Our team has accomplished something very special that we are all proud of and will be for years to come. I don't even know what the press secretary does, but based on Melissa McCarthy's portrayal of Spicer on Saturday Night Live , my guess is that he just makes shit up and spits a lot. (more...)
Facebook video murder suspect kills himself in Pa.
- April 21, 2017
The camera spun around; when the picture came into focus, Godwin was on the ground. A McDonald's employee recognized him and told Stephens the fries were not ready in order to stall for time as another employee called 911. But despite their pain, the women say that they have chosen to forgive Steve Stephens, the man who shot their father at random on Sunday. On Tuesday morning, FBI Special Agent Vicki Anderson said he could be anywhere. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
The camera spun around; when the picture came into focus, Godwin was on the ground. A McDonald's employee recognized him and told Stephens the fries were not ready in order to stall for time as another employee called 911. But despite their pain, the women say that they have chosen to forgive Steve Stephens, the man who shot their father at random on Sunday. On Tuesday morning, FBI Special Agent Vicki Anderson said he could be anywhere. (more...)
William, Kate and Harry to open school in support of Heads Together
- April 21, 2017
Addressing William, he says: "You've always said to me, you've got to sit down and think about those memories". That's the problem and then you think if everyone else's life is ideal, there must be something wrong with me. The royal trio are looking ahead to this weekend's 2017 Virgin Money London Marathon, in which a team of more than 700 runners are running on behalf of Heads Together . (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Addressing William, he says: "You've always said to me, you've got to sit down and think about those memories". That's the problem and then you think if everyone else's life is ideal, there must be something wrong with me. The royal trio are looking ahead to this weekend's 2017 Virgin Money London Marathon, in which a team of more than 700 runners are running on behalf of Heads Together . (more...)
Arkansas execution plan again thrown into doubt
- April 21, 2017
Another obstacle was an Arkansas Supreme Court decision giving Johnson time to pursue advanced DNA testing that his lawyers say could clear him. The U.S. "I know the families of the victims are anxious for a clear-cut explanation from the majority as to how they came to this conclusion and how there appears to be no end to the court's review", Hutchinson said. (more...)
- April 21, 2017
Another obstacle was an Arkansas Supreme Court decision giving Johnson time to pursue advanced DNA testing that his lawyers say could clear him. The U.S. "I know the families of the victims are anxious for a clear-cut explanation from the majority as to how they came to this conclusion and how there appears to be no end to the court's review", Hutchinson said. (more...)
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