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Senate set to confirm Sonny Perdue as agriculture secretary
- April 26, 2017
As governor of Georgia, Perdue enacted strict food-safety regulations after a deadly salmonella outbreak was traced to peanut butter from Georgia. Want to know more about Sonny Perdue? "His strong production and agribusiness background makes him keenly aware of US agriculture's critical importance in feeding and clothing this country and the world, powering this nation's economy, and contributing to rural America's well-being". (more...)
- April 26, 2017
As governor of Georgia, Perdue enacted strict food-safety regulations after a deadly salmonella outbreak was traced to peanut butter from Georgia. Want to know more about Sonny Perdue? "His strong production and agribusiness background makes him keenly aware of US agriculture's critical importance in feeding and clothing this country and the world, powering this nation's economy, and contributing to rural America's well-being". (more...)
Spicer apologizes for 'insensitive' reference to Holocaust
- April 26, 2017
Spicer brought up Hitler at Tuesday afternoon's press briefing, and then made repeated, failed attempts to clarify. Hitler used gas chambers at concentration camps to murder people in droves. Spicer's comments drew stunned looks from reporters, and the mouth of one White House press aide seemed to fall open in a half gasp as he spoke. "It's disappointing because I've let the president down", a subdued Spicer said today during a panel discussion at the Newseum in Washington, D.C. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Spicer brought up Hitler at Tuesday afternoon's press briefing, and then made repeated, failed attempts to clarify. Hitler used gas chambers at concentration camps to murder people in droves. Spicer's comments drew stunned looks from reporters, and the mouth of one White House press aide seemed to fall open in a half gasp as he spoke. "It's disappointing because I've let the president down", a subdued Spicer said today during a panel discussion at the Newseum in Washington, D.C. (more...)
DEVELOPING: Former "Bachelor" Chris Soules arrested after deadly crash
- April 26, 2017
The tractor reportedly rolled into the east ditch and the truck went into the west ditch. The Iowa State Sate Patrol alleges that Soules fled the scene. Soules was not charged with driving under the influence. It wasn't long after the crash Soules was taken into the station after he left the scene of the accident where the death occurred. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
The tractor reportedly rolled into the east ditch and the truck went into the west ditch. The Iowa State Sate Patrol alleges that Soules fled the scene. Soules was not charged with driving under the influence. It wasn't long after the crash Soules was taken into the station after he left the scene of the accident where the death occurred. (more...)
Everyday religious questions: Was Christ's resurrection literal or spiritual?
- April 26, 2017
Christians all over the world are preparing to celebrate Easter - today is Holy Saturday , or Easter Eve. The crucifixion is observed as Good Friday and Resurrection is commemorates as Easter Sunday . Food baskets that have bread, cheese, meat, eggs, butter etc that are used for Paschal celebrations are also blessed during the occasion besides feasting with meat and dairy products. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Christians all over the world are preparing to celebrate Easter - today is Holy Saturday , or Easter Eve. The crucifixion is observed as Good Friday and Resurrection is commemorates as Easter Sunday . Food baskets that have bread, cheese, meat, eggs, butter etc that are used for Paschal celebrations are also blessed during the occasion besides feasting with meat and dairy products. (more...)
Oilers eliminate Sharks with 3-1 win in Game 6
- April 26, 2017
The New York Rangers and Edmonton Oilers won their series-clinching games on Saturday night to advance to the second round of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. Joe Thornton, as announced by the Sharks suffered both a torn ACL and MCL prior to round one. The win only provided a glimpse of how deadly San Jose could be in the playoffs. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
The New York Rangers and Edmonton Oilers won their series-clinching games on Saturday night to advance to the second round of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. Joe Thornton, as announced by the Sharks suffered both a torn ACL and MCL prior to round one. The win only provided a glimpse of how deadly San Jose could be in the playoffs. (more...)
Celebs Remember Prince on 1-Year Anniversary of His Death
- April 26, 2017
Prince's estate sued George Ian Boxill Wednesday, the album's coproducer, claiming Boxill was "unauthorized" to release the music, according to Rolling Stone . "We have spent the last 30 years following Prince ". The soundtrack won an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score and formed the backbone of Prince's legendary studio album of the same name. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Prince's estate sued George Ian Boxill Wednesday, the album's coproducer, claiming Boxill was "unauthorized" to release the music, according to Rolling Stone . "We have spent the last 30 years following Prince ". The soundtrack won an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score and formed the backbone of Prince's legendary studio album of the same name. (more...)
10 ways he and Fox News harassed us all
- April 26, 2017
After an investigation by The New York Times , the publication reported that it had found at least five women who claimed to have been victims of sexual harassment by O'Reilly. "I will always look back on my time at Fox with great pride in the unprecedented success we achieved and with my deepest gratitude to all my dedicated viewers". (more...)
- April 26, 2017
After an investigation by The New York Times , the publication reported that it had found at least five women who claimed to have been victims of sexual harassment by O'Reilly. "I will always look back on my time at Fox with great pride in the unprecedented success we achieved and with my deepest gratitude to all my dedicated viewers". (more...)
Investigation Into Prince's Death Reveals Pills Were Hidden Throughout Paisley Park
- April 26, 2017
He was also one of the few people with untrammeled access to Paisley Park , where "there was a sizable amount of narcotic medications ... in various pill containers throughout the residence", one warrant stated. The documents said Prince did not have any prescriptions, including for fentanyl. Prince's associates first said he was suffering from the flu. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
He was also one of the few people with untrammeled access to Paisley Park , where "there was a sizable amount of narcotic medications ... in various pill containers throughout the residence", one warrant stated. The documents said Prince did not have any prescriptions, including for fentanyl. Prince's associates first said he was suffering from the flu. (more...)
Elton John Could have Died from Potentially Lethal Bacterial Infection
- April 26, 2017
The musician became "violently ill" during a flight from the Chilean capital Santiago, where his Latin America tour ended April 10, his public relations representatives Murray Chalmers said in a statement. John had to cancel nine concerts due to the illness. John and his team have not yet announced whether they will reschedule or reimburse fans for the cancelled show, but in a statement to fans , John said, "I am so fortunate to have the most incredible and loyal fans and apologize for ... (more...)
- April 26, 2017
The musician became "violently ill" during a flight from the Chilean capital Santiago, where his Latin America tour ended April 10, his public relations representatives Murray Chalmers said in a statement. John had to cancel nine concerts due to the illness. John and his team have not yet announced whether they will reschedule or reimburse fans for the cancelled show, but in a statement to fans , John said, "I am so fortunate to have the most incredible and loyal fans and apologize for ... (more...)
WTO ruling favors Mexico in US 'dolphin-safe' tuna spat
- April 26, 2017
The US government disagrees. Mexico initiated in October 2008 the dispute settlement procedure against the "dolphin-safe" tuna labeling rules, which effectively impede Mexican tuna trade in the US market. Trump's administration took its first steps to crack down on trade with Canada on Monday night when the Commerce Department announced a 20% tariff against Canadian softwood lumber. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
The US government disagrees. Mexico initiated in October 2008 the dispute settlement procedure against the "dolphin-safe" tuna labeling rules, which effectively impede Mexican tuna trade in the US market. Trump's administration took its first steps to crack down on trade with Canada on Monday night when the Commerce Department announced a 20% tariff against Canadian softwood lumber. (more...)
The 70th Cannes Film Festival jury has been announced
- April 26, 2017
Park Chan-wook, one of South Korea's most celebrated movie directors, was included in the jury for the 2017 Cannes Film Festival next month, according to organizers Wednesday. French actor-director Agnes Jaoui and Lebanese-born composer Gabriel Yared, who won an Oscar for his score of the " The English Patient ", complete the jury line-up. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Park Chan-wook, one of South Korea's most celebrated movie directors, was included in the jury for the 2017 Cannes Film Festival next month, according to organizers Wednesday. French actor-director Agnes Jaoui and Lebanese-born composer Gabriel Yared, who won an Oscar for his score of the " The English Patient ", complete the jury line-up. (more...)
'Star Wars Rebels' Trailer Reveals Season 4 Will Be Its Last
- April 26, 2017
In addition, a series of new collections of classic Star Wars newspaper strips will be available beginning in May. "We ran the gamut over the years, where we were in love with each other, where we hated each other's guts. "Lucasfilm is thrilled to expand our relationship with the talented and creative folks at IDW to bring Star Wars comics to kids", said Michael Siglain, Creative Director of Lucasfilm Publishing. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
In addition, a series of new collections of classic Star Wars newspaper strips will be available beginning in May. "We ran the gamut over the years, where we were in love with each other, where we hated each other's guts. "Lucasfilm is thrilled to expand our relationship with the talented and creative folks at IDW to bring Star Wars comics to kids", said Michael Siglain, Creative Director of Lucasfilm Publishing. (more...)
LeBron James wishes Steve Kerr a quick recovery
- April 26, 2017
The Golden State Warriors might sweep the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 4 without forward Kevin Durant or head coach Steve Kerr. By time Trail Blazers scored their first points of the game off a three-pointer from Evan Turner with 8:21 to play in the first quarter, the Warriors had already made three three-pointers, two layups, a midrange jumper and a free throw to go up 14-3. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
The Golden State Warriors might sweep the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 4 without forward Kevin Durant or head coach Steve Kerr. By time Trail Blazers scored their first points of the game off a three-pointer from Evan Turner with 8:21 to play in the first quarter, the Warriors had already made three three-pointers, two layups, a midrange jumper and a free throw to go up 14-3. (more...)
What Shea Moisture Learned (So Far!) From Its Social Media Disaster
- April 26, 2017
Honestly, I don't have a dog in this fight because I've never used its products to begin with (shea allergy), but on one hand, I totally understand where some women are coming from. "Please know that our intent was not, and would never be, to disrespect our community", Shea Moisture said. Many people took to Twitter to express their dislike for the new ad and call out the brand for turning its back on the very same people that brought it to where it is today. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Honestly, I don't have a dog in this fight because I've never used its products to begin with (shea allergy), but on one hand, I totally understand where some women are coming from. "Please know that our intent was not, and would never be, to disrespect our community", Shea Moisture said. Many people took to Twitter to express their dislike for the new ad and call out the brand for turning its back on the very same people that brought it to where it is today. (more...)
Kendrick Lamar album tracks invade "Billboard" chart
- April 26, 2017
Dot's first-ever No. 1 hit. Of what he created in front of Kendrick on the spot, Mike details, "I didn't want the beat to just sound like a regular boom-clap, boom-clap". "At this time, I hadn't really heard of Kendrick. I wanted it to sound like he's battling the beat". The producer was more than happy to give up the track saying, "Bruh, you definitely should keep it, and you should use it as your single". (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Dot's first-ever No. 1 hit. Of what he created in front of Kendrick on the spot, Mike details, "I didn't want the beat to just sound like a regular boom-clap, boom-clap". "At this time, I hadn't really heard of Kendrick. I wanted it to sound like he's battling the beat". The producer was more than happy to give up the track saying, "Bruh, you definitely should keep it, and you should use it as your single". (more...)
CRPF Men Killed By Hundreds of Maoists, 2 Km from Camp
- April 26, 2017
We have taken it as a challenge". Chief Minister Raman Singh reviewed the situation at an emergency meeting of senior officials in Raipur last night. The area where the bloodbath took place is considered the stronghold of south Bastar divisional committee of the Naxals headed by Maoist commander Raghu and is under the Jagargunda area committee led by another rebel, Papa Rao. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
We have taken it as a challenge". Chief Minister Raman Singh reviewed the situation at an emergency meeting of senior officials in Raipur last night. The area where the bloodbath took place is considered the stronghold of south Bastar divisional committee of the Naxals headed by Maoist commander Raghu and is under the Jagargunda area committee led by another rebel, Papa Rao. (more...)
'Lion King' Casts Seth Rogen And Billy Eichner For Pumbaa And Timon
- April 26, 2017
Reps for Eichner and Rogen did not immediately respond to a request for comment. If somehow, you've made it this far without seeing Disney's The Lion King - it's basically a happier Hamlet . Disney just announced that The Lion King live-action remake will be released on July 19, 2019. Jon Favreau is directing, utilizing the same Academy Award winning technology he implemented in The Jungle Book previous year. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Reps for Eichner and Rogen did not immediately respond to a request for comment. If somehow, you've made it this far without seeing Disney's The Lion King - it's basically a happier Hamlet . Disney just announced that The Lion King live-action remake will be released on July 19, 2019. Jon Favreau is directing, utilizing the same Academy Award winning technology he implemented in The Jungle Book previous year. (more...)
Government costs could rise $2.3 billion without Obamacare payments
- April 26, 2017
Obamacare will fail only if he cuts off its funding. If you really understand everything about ObamaCare , you know that the taxes and set-in-stone long-term spending make repeal the only way to fix it. But Thune said he wasn't sure it was necessary for Congress to take the lead on appropriating the funds right now. A district court judge agreed previous year, ruling the subsidies were illegal. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Obamacare will fail only if he cuts off its funding. If you really understand everything about ObamaCare , you know that the taxes and set-in-stone long-term spending make repeal the only way to fix it. But Thune said he wasn't sure it was necessary for Congress to take the lead on appropriating the funds right now. A district court judge agreed previous year, ruling the subsidies were illegal. (more...)
Ousted Fox host O'Reilly could get $25 mn
- April 26, 2017
That huge sum probably isn't enough to soothe O'Reilly's outsized ego after his public fall precipitated by the courageous former female co-workers who exposed his serial sexual harassment - a situation that even O'Reilly couldn't spin his way out of. (more...)
- April 26, 2017
That huge sum probably isn't enough to soothe O'Reilly's outsized ego after his public fall precipitated by the courageous former female co-workers who exposed his serial sexual harassment - a situation that even O'Reilly couldn't spin his way out of. (more...)
Majority says Ivanka, Kushner's White House roles inappropriate
- April 26, 2017
Her brand said in a statement that Trump herself did not sign off on the new applications, adding they are "not necessarily" an indication of planned expansion. Ivanka Trump and Kushner have taken on prominent roles as China interlocutors in the administration. Despite ethics experts raising red flags for months over conflicts of interest between the Trump presidency, his businesses and his family, the unprecedented and unfamiliar nature of Trump's political landscape is proving to be ... (more...)
- April 26, 2017
Her brand said in a statement that Trump herself did not sign off on the new applications, adding they are "not necessarily" an indication of planned expansion. Ivanka Trump and Kushner have taken on prominent roles as China interlocutors in the administration. Despite ethics experts raising red flags for months over conflicts of interest between the Trump presidency, his businesses and his family, the unprecedented and unfamiliar nature of Trump's political landscape is proving to be ... (more...)
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