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Anti-Defamation League Offers Spicer Holocaust Training After Hitler Gaffe
- April 24, 2017
At a Newseum event this morning about the role of the press in the first 100 days of the Trump presidency, Spicer described his comments as a "mistake" and told MSNBC's Greta Van Susteren that he let President Trump down. The worldwide Jewish group, which has historical education trainings on the Holocaust for more than 1 million people, wrote an open letter to Spicer asking to come to the White House to hold an educational session about the topic. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
At a Newseum event this morning about the role of the press in the first 100 days of the Trump presidency, Spicer described his comments as a "mistake" and told MSNBC's Greta Van Susteren that he let President Trump down. The worldwide Jewish group, which has historical education trainings on the Holocaust for more than 1 million people, wrote an open letter to Spicer asking to come to the White House to hold an educational session about the topic. (more...)
Zidane: Real Madrid should have been smarter with 10 men
- April 24, 2017
Zinedine Zidane criticised his Real Madrid players after their dramatic Clasico defeat to Barcelona , insisting they should have been smarter in the closing stages of their loss. But with the last kick of the game, Lionel Messi grabbed his second of the evening to bring a crucial three points back to Barcelona . Unfortunately for the neutrals, Bale could only manage 39 minutes before being replaced by Marco Asensio as the teams went in level at the break. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Zinedine Zidane criticised his Real Madrid players after their dramatic Clasico defeat to Barcelona , insisting they should have been smarter in the closing stages of their loss. But with the last kick of the game, Lionel Messi grabbed his second of the evening to bring a crucial three points back to Barcelona . Unfortunately for the neutrals, Bale could only manage 39 minutes before being replaced by Marco Asensio as the teams went in level at the break. (more...)
America Takes Out Its Frustrations On Starbucks' Unicorn Frappuccino
- April 24, 2017
That said, Starbucks customers have been happily showing off pictures and videos of their Unicorn Frappuccino experience. "Because it's been so popular online everyone is like 'oh my gosh I need to try it when it comes out, '" he said. "It's a lot of little small steps", one Tacoma barista said. But while Burson did not expect his video to garner much attention, it quickly racked up thousands of views, prompting the Starbucks employee to remove the original clip just hours after ... (more...)
- April 24, 2017
That said, Starbucks customers have been happily showing off pictures and videos of their Unicorn Frappuccino experience. "Because it's been so popular online everyone is like 'oh my gosh I need to try it when it comes out, '" he said. "It's a lot of little small steps", one Tacoma barista said. But while Burson did not expect his video to garner much attention, it quickly racked up thousands of views, prompting the Starbucks employee to remove the original clip just hours after ... (more...)
What happens next in the high-stakes Georgia runoff
- April 24, 2017
If Ossoff fails to win an outright majority of the vote in Georgia's 6th District, he will enter a June 20 runoff with one of the 11 Republicans in the race. Crediting himself, Trump added, "Glad to be of help!" "Democrat Jon Ossoff would be a disaster in Congress", he tweeted early in the morning. "If you had told any of us, let's be honest, just six weeks ago, that we would get the kind of result we did on Tuesday, we wouldn't have believed it", Ossoff said . (more...)
- April 24, 2017
If Ossoff fails to win an outright majority of the vote in Georgia's 6th District, he will enter a June 20 runoff with one of the 11 Republicans in the race. Crediting himself, Trump added, "Glad to be of help!" "Democrat Jon Ossoff would be a disaster in Congress", he tweeted early in the morning. "If you had told any of us, let's be honest, just six weeks ago, that we would get the kind of result we did on Tuesday, we wouldn't have believed it", Ossoff said . (more...)
Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur, Journey, Joan Baez inducted
- April 24, 2017
Shakur, who was gunned down under murky circumstances in Las Vegas in 1996, was honored posthumously as the first solo rapper to be inducted into the rock shrine. Cain also thanked his dad for saying " Don't stop believin' " to him when things got rough, thereby inspiring the song. While the event occurs this Friday, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will air on HBO on April 29th at 8 p.m. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Shakur, who was gunned down under murky circumstances in Las Vegas in 1996, was honored posthumously as the first solo rapper to be inducted into the rock shrine. Cain also thanked his dad for saying " Don't stop believin' " to him when things got rough, thereby inspiring the song. While the event occurs this Friday, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will air on HBO on April 29th at 8 p.m. (more...)
Bill O'Reilly to return with "No Spin News" podcast on Monday
- April 24, 2017
But Bee, host of TBS' critically acclaimed satirical news program "Full Frontal", thought O'Reilly's statement needed an editor's touch and thus took out her virtual red pen. Bill O'Reilly claimed that he had only put to rest controversies, to protect his family, while denying claims of sexual harassment. By the same token, predictions that O'Reilly's viewers will abandon the network are likely exaggerated. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
But Bee, host of TBS' critically acclaimed satirical news program "Full Frontal", thought O'Reilly's statement needed an editor's touch and thus took out her virtual red pen. Bill O'Reilly claimed that he had only put to rest controversies, to protect his family, while denying claims of sexual harassment. By the same token, predictions that O'Reilly's viewers will abandon the network are likely exaggerated. (more...)
Bill O'Reilly cut from Fox News
- April 24, 2017
The champions of a new corporate culture won out. That's it then. Fox News Channel has axed America's top cable star Bill O'Reilly from his show the O'Reilly Factor after sexual harassment allegations from five women. Otherwise, the network risked developing "a reputation as unfriendly to women, potentially turning off a lot of people", said Charles Taylor, a marketing professor at Villanova University. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The champions of a new corporate culture won out. That's it then. Fox News Channel has axed America's top cable star Bill O'Reilly from his show the O'Reilly Factor after sexual harassment allegations from five women. Otherwise, the network risked developing "a reputation as unfriendly to women, potentially turning off a lot of people", said Charles Taylor, a marketing professor at Villanova University. (more...)
The bad outweighs the good in Bruins' Game 3 loss
- April 24, 2017
Despite outshooting the Bruins 18-10 through 40 minutes, the two teams were tied 3-3 going into the third and though it wasn't all Anderson's fault but he has to make a stop or two to give the Senators a chance especially at this time of year. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Despite outshooting the Bruins 18-10 through 40 minutes, the two teams were tied 3-3 going into the third and though it wasn't all Anderson's fault but he has to make a stop or two to give the Senators a chance especially at this time of year. (more...)
Tendulkar turns older, Virat Kohli and Gilchrist tweet birthday wishes
- April 24, 2017
Now with IPL franchise Mumbai Indians (MI) as their "icon", Tendulkar is gearing up for the release of his movie " Sachin: A Billion Dreams ", next month. Indian cricketers had then carried Tendulkar on their shoulders, and dedicated that triumph to the legend, who always wanted to lift aloft the trophy. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Now with IPL franchise Mumbai Indians (MI) as their "icon", Tendulkar is gearing up for the release of his movie " Sachin: A Billion Dreams ", next month. Indian cricketers had then carried Tendulkar on their shoulders, and dedicated that triumph to the legend, who always wanted to lift aloft the trophy. (more...)
William, Kate and Harry cheer on record London Marathon field
- April 24, 2017
Prince Harry and the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton had a chance to bond and talk during a campaign for mental health. Kate picked a spot for the medal and told the operational manager from Brentwood in Essex "there you go, I might just put it there" as she draped it over his top point. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Prince Harry and the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton had a chance to bond and talk during a campaign for mental health. Kate picked a spot for the medal and told the operational manager from Brentwood in Essex "there you go, I might just put it there" as she draped it over his top point. (more...)
Rihanna photoshops Queen's face onto her body, not everyone is impressed
- April 24, 2017
Photoshopped images showing the Queen's face superimposed on Rihanna's body have appeared on the singer's official Instagram account, badgalriri, and people aren't sure what to make of it. The second picture featured the "Diamonds" hit-maker's recent headline-grabbing look in which she wore a red fur heart coat by Saint Laurent over denim shorts and black high heels. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Photoshopped images showing the Queen's face superimposed on Rihanna's body have appeared on the singer's official Instagram account, badgalriri, and people aren't sure what to make of it. The second picture featured the "Diamonds" hit-maker's recent headline-grabbing look in which she wore a red fur heart coat by Saint Laurent over denim shorts and black high heels. (more...)
Mel B's nanny's shock sex claims
- April 24, 2017
Gilles claims she had "consensual group sex" at Brown and Belafonte's home just days after meeting the couple. Gilles states that this is untrue and that she became pregnant by way of a one night stand. She alleges that Belafonte would threaten to release those tapes if she wouldn't have sex with him and other women. In addition, Gilles' claims that there is "no evidence" she ever used her former employer's money without her knowledge or consent or that she "conspired" with Belafonte "in any ... (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Gilles claims she had "consensual group sex" at Brown and Belafonte's home just days after meeting the couple. Gilles states that this is untrue and that she became pregnant by way of a one night stand. She alleges that Belafonte would threaten to release those tapes if she wouldn't have sex with him and other women. In addition, Gilles' claims that there is "no evidence" she ever used her former employer's money without her knowledge or consent or that she "conspired" with Belafonte "in any ... (more...)
Is Priyanka Chopra set to play Kalpana Chawla in a biopic?
- April 24, 2017
It's been a while since Viacom 18 announced a film on Kalpana Chawla's life, however, no names were given out. This might be just the beginning for Priyanka as she is expected to sign more projects in Bollywood. After taking on the role of Olympian Mary Kom , Priyanka will reportedly lock on her space suit and play the part of Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian woman astronaut in space. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
It's been a while since Viacom 18 announced a film on Kalpana Chawla's life, however, no names were given out. This might be just the beginning for Priyanka as she is expected to sign more projects in Bollywood. After taking on the role of Olympian Mary Kom , Priyanka will reportedly lock on her space suit and play the part of Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian woman astronaut in space. (more...)
Dortmund 'emotionally stable' ahead of Monaco decider
- April 24, 2017
The last team to come through two qualifying rounds to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League was Dynamo Kiev in 1999, although the format was different in those days. The draw for the semi-finals will be made on Friday. "We knew we needed a performance of the highest level to turn things around, but that wasn't the case", he said. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The last team to come through two qualifying rounds to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League was Dynamo Kiev in 1999, although the format was different in those days. The draw for the semi-finals will be made on Friday. "We knew we needed a performance of the highest level to turn things around, but that wasn't the case", he said. (more...)
Le Pen says will defend France against globalisation
- April 24, 2017
Francois Brutley, who moved to Montreal a week ago, said he was happy to see Fillon excluded after his campaign was hit by a number of embarrassing scandals. "It puts on me a huge responsibility to defend the French nation, its unity, its security, its culture, its prosperity and its independence", Le Pen told supporters. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Francois Brutley, who moved to Montreal a week ago, said he was happy to see Fillon excluded after his campaign was hit by a number of embarrassing scandals. "It puts on me a huge responsibility to defend the French nation, its unity, its security, its culture, its prosperity and its independence", Le Pen told supporters. (more...)
O'Reilly out over harassment allegations
- April 24, 2017
Hey now Samantha, no need to pull your punches. Fox News Channel says " Tucker Carlson Tonight " will begin airing an hour earlier to fill the time slot vacated by Bill O'Reilly, who lost his job Wednesday after allegations that he sexually harassed women. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Hey now Samantha, no need to pull your punches. Fox News Channel says " Tucker Carlson Tonight " will begin airing an hour earlier to fill the time slot vacated by Bill O'Reilly, who lost his job Wednesday after allegations that he sexually harassed women. (more...)
China warns against war with North Korea
- April 24, 2017
Today is the 105th anniversary of the birth of North Korea founder Kim Il Sung, an affair typically marked with a military parade, but some this year believe it could also result in a missile launch or nuclear test. North Korea had previously launched the ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan during the summit between President Donald Trump and Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in February. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Today is the 105th anniversary of the birth of North Korea founder Kim Il Sung, an affair typically marked with a military parade, but some this year believe it could also result in a missile launch or nuclear test. North Korea had previously launched the ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan during the summit between President Donald Trump and Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in February. (more...)
Aaron Hernandez's funeral scheduled for Monday in CT
- April 24, 2017
Boston University researchers will study Aaron Hernandez's brain to determine if the former National Football League star suffered from the same degenerative brain disease as Hall of Famer Junior Seau and former Bears defensive back. Some reports suggested Hernandez was upset with Lloyd over an incident that took place at a nightclub, while others suggested Lloyd may have known about Hernandez's alleged role in a 2012 drive-by shooting. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Boston University researchers will study Aaron Hernandez's brain to determine if the former National Football League star suffered from the same degenerative brain disease as Hall of Famer Junior Seau and former Bears defensive back. Some reports suggested Hernandez was upset with Lloyd over an incident that took place at a nightclub, while others suggested Lloyd may have known about Hernandez's alleged role in a 2012 drive-by shooting. (more...)
So We Might Not Be Getting More Prince Music After All
- April 24, 2017
The Minnesota History Center is also staging a special exhibit of Prince memorabilia, including his iconic " Purple Rain " suit. FILE - In this February 4, 2007, file photo, Prince performs during the halftime show at the Super Bowl XLI NFL football game at Dolphin Stadium in Miami. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
The Minnesota History Center is also staging a special exhibit of Prince memorabilia, including his iconic " Purple Rain " suit. FILE - In this February 4, 2007, file photo, Prince performs during the halftime show at the Super Bowl XLI NFL football game at Dolphin Stadium in Miami. (more...)
Prince William and Lady Gaga talk mental health over FaceTime
- April 24, 2017
Princess Diana was killed in a Paris auto accident in August 1997. Prince William is practicing what he preaches! "I still have shock within me - people say it can't last that long but it does", he told the BBC One documentary, Mind Over Marathon , airing on Thursday. (more...)
- April 24, 2017
Princess Diana was killed in a Paris auto accident in August 1997. Prince William is practicing what he preaches! "I still have shock within me - people say it can't last that long but it does", he told the BBC One documentary, Mind Over Marathon , airing on Thursday. (more...)
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