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De Niro Explores Bernie Madoff's Shallow Depths in HBO's 'Wizard of Lies'
- May 17, 2017
Henriques expertly assembled in her book of the same name. That's the true story told in the HBO movie, " The Wizard of Lies ", which brings Robert De Niro to TV, playing Madoff in the months leading up to Madoff's December 2008 arrest, and his subsequent imprisonment (Madoff was sentenced to 150 years behind bars.) The sensational outline of the Madoff scandal suggests " The Wizard of Lies " might be a righteous screed against greed, mixed with guilty-pleasure ogling of luxury settings, ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Henriques expertly assembled in her book of the same name. That's the true story told in the HBO movie, " The Wizard of Lies ", which brings Robert De Niro to TV, playing Madoff in the months leading up to Madoff's December 2008 arrest, and his subsequent imprisonment (Madoff was sentenced to 150 years behind bars.) The sensational outline of the Madoff scandal suggests " The Wizard of Lies " might be a righteous screed against greed, mixed with guilty-pleasure ogling of luxury settings, ... (more...)
Katy Perry announced as judge on 'American Idol' reboot
- May 17, 2017
I don't know if you've ever dyed your hair too blonde but sometimes it falls out so that's the way I handled it. Ellen chose to put Katy through a game of 'Will You Perry Me?' - which was basically a version of Would You Rather - and Ellen completely forgot that Katy had previously been married to Russell Brand. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
I don't know if you've ever dyed your hair too blonde but sometimes it falls out so that's the way I handled it. Ellen chose to put Katy through a game of 'Will You Perry Me?' - which was basically a version of Would You Rather - and Ellen completely forgot that Katy had previously been married to Russell Brand. (more...)
Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Rating Reiterated by MKM Partners
- May 17, 2017
Clean Yield Group bought a new stake in Netflix during the first quarter valued at about $103,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 3,651,285 shares of the Internet television network's stock worth $539,696,000 after buying an additional 10,849 shares during the last quarter. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Clean Yield Group bought a new stake in Netflix during the first quarter valued at about $103,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 3,651,285 shares of the Internet television network's stock worth $539,696,000 after buying an additional 10,849 shares during the last quarter. (more...)
Trump reports weigh on global stocks and the dollar
- May 17, 2017
In evening inter-bank trading, the shekel-dollar exchange rate was up 0.21% from this afternoon's representative rate at NIS 3.6104/$ and up 0.26% against the euro at 4.013/€. Trader's sentiments on a rate hike next month has since dropped to 70.6% compared to 81% as of last week. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones was down slightly on Tuesday after a slew of mixed economic data and earnings while the Nasdaq hit another record as it was boosted by gains in technology stocks. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In evening inter-bank trading, the shekel-dollar exchange rate was up 0.21% from this afternoon's representative rate at NIS 3.6104/$ and up 0.26% against the euro at 4.013/€. Trader's sentiments on a rate hike next month has since dropped to 70.6% compared to 81% as of last week. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones was down slightly on Tuesday after a slew of mixed economic data and earnings while the Nasdaq hit another record as it was boosted by gains in technology stocks. (more...)
Motorcylist smashes into truck and is set alight in China
- May 17, 2017
The truck driver was quoted in the report as saying that he leapt out of the passenger door to escape the flames. This is the horrifying moment a motorcyclist smashed into a truck at a T junction and his bike burst into flames. Juyong then called for local firefighters and medics to assist the motorcyclist. Meanwhile, the huge fire took a full 40 minutes to put out. "The first thing that came into my mind was rescuing the man", Yang said. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The truck driver was quoted in the report as saying that he leapt out of the passenger door to escape the flames. This is the horrifying moment a motorcyclist smashed into a truck at a T junction and his bike burst into flames. Juyong then called for local firefighters and medics to assist the motorcyclist. Meanwhile, the huge fire took a full 40 minutes to put out. "The first thing that came into my mind was rescuing the man", Yang said. (more...)
Kirsten Dunst And Sofia Coppola Expose Hollywood's Dark Side
- May 17, 2017
Spider-Man (2002) really did help to set the tone for contemporary superhero films . But that clout only goes so far in Hollywood's male-dominated environment, she told Variety , discussing the struggles she's faced in kicking off her directorial debut, a long-delayed adaptation of Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar starring Dakota Fanning. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Spider-Man (2002) really did help to set the tone for contemporary superhero films . But that clout only goes so far in Hollywood's male-dominated environment, she told Variety , discussing the struggles she's faced in kicking off her directorial debut, a long-delayed adaptation of Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar starring Dakota Fanning. (more...)
Trump Plans To Quickly Nominate New FBI Director
- May 17, 2017
The suggestion of the tape came as a chilling reminder of the Watergate scandal, during which it had emerged that former President Richard Nixon used to record conversations in the White House. Whether the fired director agrees to discuss matters at a later date was uncertain. "He wanted clarity", Spicer responded on Friday. Rep. Adam Schiff, ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, which is investigating the Russian Federation connections to last year's ... (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The suggestion of the tape came as a chilling reminder of the Watergate scandal, during which it had emerged that former President Richard Nixon used to record conversations in the White House. Whether the fired director agrees to discuss matters at a later date was uncertain. "He wanted clarity", Spicer responded on Friday. Rep. Adam Schiff, ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, which is investigating the Russian Federation connections to last year's ... (more...)
The tragedy of Spicer is classic Trump
- May 17, 2017
According to The New York Times , Fred, known as Freddy to his friends and family, tried his hand in the real-estate field when he was quite young. Trump is reported to be considering a shakeup in his White House team that could include replacing Spicer, chief of staff Reince Priebus and communications director Michael Dubke, the article stated, citing "a half-dozen West Wing officials". (more...)
- May 17, 2017
According to The New York Times , Fred, known as Freddy to his friends and family, tried his hand in the real-estate field when he was quite young. Trump is reported to be considering a shakeup in his White House team that could include replacing Spicer, chief of staff Reince Priebus and communications director Michael Dubke, the article stated, citing "a half-dozen West Wing officials". (more...)
Spoiler Alert: Major character dies in The Flash, fans heartbroken
- May 17, 2017
As we learned last night, they weren't good. At least that's what it looks like. The show always has some trick up its sleeve, and it likely laid the groundwork for it this episode. He remained the hero. Once he takes off, she records a video message to him, but we don't see what it is. The more somber parts of the show were actually well done this episode. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
As we learned last night, they weren't good. At least that's what it looks like. The show always has some trick up its sleeve, and it likely laid the groundwork for it this episode. He remained the hero. Once he takes off, she records a video message to him, but we don't see what it is. The more somber parts of the show were actually well done this episode. (more...)
Miley Cyrus says Katy Perry wrote 'I Kissed a Girl' about her
- May 17, 2017
Speaking on the Zach Sang Show , Miley said, "I'm never living that down". Miley and Katy's friendship started back in 2008 when Katy "came out with 'I Kissed A Girl , '" and Cyrus was still in the middle of doing the Hannah Montana movie. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Speaking on the Zach Sang Show , Miley said, "I'm never living that down". Miley and Katy's friendship started back in 2008 when Katy "came out with 'I Kissed A Girl , '" and Cyrus was still in the middle of doing the Hannah Montana movie. (more...)
Melissa McCarthy's Spicer, Baldwin's Trump get spicy on 'SNL'
- May 17, 2017
The love Sean Spicer seeks is not in the weeds. Spicer was hiding in the bushes to start the segment, but eventually walks in with a fire extinguisher and blasts chemicals all over a reporter's trousers. "Trump is innocent", she said. "Because he TOLD us so!" "Were you surprised that he [Trump] fired Comey before he fired you?" the next reporter asked. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The love Sean Spicer seeks is not in the weeds. Spicer was hiding in the bushes to start the segment, but eventually walks in with a fire extinguisher and blasts chemicals all over a reporter's trousers. "Trump is innocent", she said. "Because he TOLD us so!" "Were you surprised that he [Trump] fired Comey before he fired you?" the next reporter asked. (more...)
Hamilton enjoying the intensity of duel with Vettel
- May 17, 2017
The three-time champion recovered after losing the lead from his 64th pole position to make the most of key strategic decisions and win with power and precision ahead of championship leader Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari. Bottas was then reduced to playing a supporting role for Hamilton's bid to win on an alternative strategy. Ferrari were somewhat caught on the hop, and when they reacted to Hamilton's stop they put the slower medium compound on Vettel's auto. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The three-time champion recovered after losing the lead from his 64th pole position to make the most of key strategic decisions and win with power and precision ahead of championship leader Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari. Bottas was then reduced to playing a supporting role for Hamilton's bid to win on an alternative strategy. Ferrari were somewhat caught on the hop, and when they reacted to Hamilton's stop they put the slower medium compound on Vettel's auto. (more...)
Home's where the heart is for Wizards, Celtics as Game 6 arrives
- May 17, 2017
If the Boston-Washington series goes seven, the victor meets the Cavaliers on Wednesday night. "We're a team. And it's going to take a team effort to beat the Washington Wizards ", Bradley said. "I really don't think we relaxed", Wizards guard John Wall told reporters. The Celtics have been whopped on the road in both games this series , but controlled their home court to pull ahead of the Wizards 3-2. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
If the Boston-Washington series goes seven, the victor meets the Cavaliers on Wednesday night. "We're a team. And it's going to take a team effort to beat the Washington Wizards ", Bradley said. "I really don't think we relaxed", Wizards guard John Wall told reporters. The Celtics have been whopped on the road in both games this series , but controlled their home court to pull ahead of the Wizards 3-2. (more...)
Tillis says he's 'fine' after race collapse
- May 17, 2017
But he later tweeted that he's "doing well" and looking forward to returning to work. "Just running about 2 and half miles in, got overheated, no CPR, no special measures, just checking me out", Tillis said in the video. showing him smiling and standing with members of his team. A race spokesperson tells ABC11 that Tillis did not hurt himself and was alert when he was taken to George Washington University Hospital. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
But he later tweeted that he's "doing well" and looking forward to returning to work. "Just running about 2 and half miles in, got overheated, no CPR, no special measures, just checking me out", Tillis said in the video. showing him smiling and standing with members of his team. A race spokesperson tells ABC11 that Tillis did not hurt himself and was alert when he was taken to George Washington University Hospital. (more...)
54% of Americans Think President Trump Firing James Comey Was Inappropriate
- May 17, 2017
Later, however, presidential advisers said that Trump had planned to fire Comey regardless, as Trump asserted in the interview with NBC's Lester Holt. During his news conference Friday, Blumenthal said the judiciary committee has a very direct and immediate responsibility to oversee the criminal justice system. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Later, however, presidential advisers said that Trump had planned to fire Comey regardless, as Trump asserted in the interview with NBC's Lester Holt. During his news conference Friday, Blumenthal said the judiciary committee has a very direct and immediate responsibility to oversee the criminal justice system. (more...)
Justice League Remade Twice During Extensive Reshoots?
- May 17, 2017
In fact, The Splash Report has since updated their article with more news; that DC Film is still planning to do more reshoots. "There has been no additional photography to date on 'Justice League , ' we have planned and will shoot additional pickups early summer", says one studio insider. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
In fact, The Splash Report has since updated their article with more news; that DC Film is still planning to do more reshoots. "There has been no additional photography to date on 'Justice League , ' we have planned and will shoot additional pickups early summer", says one studio insider. (more...)
Dangal takes over Chinese Box Office
- May 17, 2017
Dangal collected $4.95 million and $4.92 million at the Chinese box office on its second Monday and Tuesday, respectively, and its 12-day total collection has reached $70.33 million (Rs 450.39 crore) in the country. Dangal , the true story of two female wrestlers who toppled gender stereotypes and the father who begrudgingly trained them, has won over Chinese audiences with its feel-good story elements. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Dangal collected $4.95 million and $4.92 million at the Chinese box office on its second Monday and Tuesday, respectively, and its 12-day total collection has reached $70.33 million (Rs 450.39 crore) in the country. Dangal , the true story of two female wrestlers who toppled gender stereotypes and the father who begrudgingly trained them, has won over Chinese audiences with its feel-good story elements. (more...)
Sinclair close to Tribune Media deal
- May 17, 2017
Sinclair will pay roughly $43.50 per share for Tribune Media and assume about $2.7 billion in net debt from the deal. Buffett, whose Berkshire Hathaway Inc.is United's largest shareholder and has large stakes in other big USA airlines, said the recent spotlight on poor customer service in the airline industry doesn't change his investment strategy. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
Sinclair will pay roughly $43.50 per share for Tribune Media and assume about $2.7 billion in net debt from the deal. Buffett, whose Berkshire Hathaway Inc.is United's largest shareholder and has large stakes in other big USA airlines, said the recent spotlight on poor customer service in the airline industry doesn't change his investment strategy. (more...)
Jesse Larson Says Chris Blue "Is A Monster"
- May 17, 2017
What do you think of the results on The Voice Season 12 last night? This one was an absolute nail-biter because it was between three of the best that Season 12 had to offer: Jesse Larson, Hunter Plake, and Brennley Brown. He's practically built to sing this song, and it's probably his most meritorious stage moment in weeks, so how's that for timing? Adam Levine has just one artist left but maybe that's all he needs to win. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
What do you think of the results on The Voice Season 12 last night? This one was an absolute nail-biter because it was between three of the best that Season 12 had to offer: Jesse Larson, Hunter Plake, and Brennley Brown. He's practically built to sing this song, and it's probably his most meritorious stage moment in weeks, so how's that for timing? Adam Levine has just one artist left but maybe that's all he needs to win. (more...)
Chelsea Manning to be released from prison
- May 17, 2017
The Army and Manning's attorneys confirmed that Manning will be released . "I can imagine surviving and living as the person who I am and can finally be in the outside world", the Oklahoma native wrote last week". Manning , of whom few photographs are publicly available, could find refuge at the home of an aunt in the Washington region. However, she underwent hormone treatment while incarcerated. (more...)
- May 17, 2017
The Army and Manning's attorneys confirmed that Manning will be released . "I can imagine surviving and living as the person who I am and can finally be in the outside world", the Oklahoma native wrote last week". Manning , of whom few photographs are publicly available, could find refuge at the home of an aunt in the Washington region. However, she underwent hormone treatment while incarcerated. (more...)
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