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British soccer head apologizes for comparing swastika and Star of David
- March 06, 2018
The FA boss was defending the FA's position of allowing remembrance poppies over other political symbols when he underlined some of the things that are considered "highly divisive". Jewish Leadership Council chief Simon Johnson said the Star of David was a "symbol of enormous importance to Jews worldwide". Their written reply to the FA also makes it clear that Guardiola does not believe the yellow ribbon is a political symbol, and City also point to the FA's stance on the Poppy as being a ... (more...)
- March 06, 2018
The FA boss was defending the FA's position of allowing remembrance poppies over other political symbols when he underlined some of the things that are considered "highly divisive". Jewish Leadership Council chief Simon Johnson said the Star of David was a "symbol of enormous importance to Jews worldwide". Their written reply to the FA also makes it clear that Guardiola does not believe the yellow ribbon is a political symbol, and City also point to the FA's stance on the Poppy as being a ... (more...)
Politically charged Academy Awards flops - lowest rated ever
- March 06, 2018
She returned Sunday to present the award for best costume design . While the awards telecast did address hot-button issues like sexual misconduct , wage equality and much more , overall, the show was less politically-charged than other awards shows like the Golden Globes, where a vast majority of attendees wore black in solidarity of the Times Up movement. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
She returned Sunday to present the award for best costume design . While the awards telecast did address hot-button issues like sexual misconduct , wage equality and much more , overall, the show was less politically-charged than other awards shows like the Golden Globes, where a vast majority of attendees wore black in solidarity of the Times Up movement. (more...)
Merriam-Webster Now Recognises 'Embiggen' As A Perfectly Cromulent Word
- March 06, 2018
Joining old favorites like "beetle", "juice", "clever", and "writer", are new additions like dumpster fire , subtweet , welp , and wordie, which literally means "word lover". Merriam-Webster included the word, which has been popularised partly because of the comic Ms Marvel , among 850 new words and definitions. None of these words exist, however, in Merriam-Webster's unabridged dictionary . (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Joining old favorites like "beetle", "juice", "clever", and "writer", are new additions like dumpster fire , subtweet , welp , and wordie, which literally means "word lover". Merriam-Webster included the word, which has been popularised partly because of the comic Ms Marvel , among 850 new words and definitions. None of these words exist, however, in Merriam-Webster's unabridged dictionary . (more...)
Watch Andra Day + Common's Rousing 'Stand Up for Something' Oscars Performance
- March 06, 2018
In a ceremony that has readily engaged with politics, Common also referred to the president, speaking of Donald Trump as "a president that trolls with hate". When Day and Common performed the song last month on Jimmy Kimmel Live , Day dedicated the performance to DACA recipients, also known as DREAMers. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
In a ceremony that has readily engaged with politics, Common also referred to the president, speaking of Donald Trump as "a president that trolls with hate". When Day and Common performed the song last month on Jimmy Kimmel Live , Day dedicated the performance to DACA recipients, also known as DREAMers. (more...)
Guillermo del Toro and The Shape of Water get Funko Pop! figures
- March 06, 2018
Gary Oldman victor for Best Actor for " Darkest Hour " at the 90th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California March 5, 2018 . And referencing The Shape of Water - which sees a cleaning lady fall in love with a mysterious river creature - he quipped: "We will always remember this year as the year men screwed up so badly that women started dating fish". (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Gary Oldman victor for Best Actor for " Darkest Hour " at the 90th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California March 5, 2018 . And referencing The Shape of Water - which sees a cleaning lady fall in love with a mysterious river creature - he quipped: "We will always remember this year as the year men screwed up so badly that women started dating fish". (more...)
Oscars 2018 - Oscar Academy pays tribute to Sridevi and Shashi Kapoor
- March 06, 2018
The 90th Academy Awards held in Dolby Theatre Los Angeles , California, remembered two veteran actors of Bollywood in its Memoriam segment. Past year it was actor Om Puri was honoured at the prestigious ceremony. According to the Daily Mail , when Mr Kapoor found his wife's body he panicked but did not call police until nearly an hour later, instead calling his friend, Komal Nahta, a film critic, who later wrote an account of their conversation on his blog . (more...)
- March 06, 2018
The 90th Academy Awards held in Dolby Theatre Los Angeles , California, remembered two veteran actors of Bollywood in its Memoriam segment. Past year it was actor Om Puri was honoured at the prestigious ceremony. According to the Daily Mail , when Mr Kapoor found his wife's body he panicked but did not call police until nearly an hour later, instead calling his friend, Komal Nahta, a film critic, who later wrote an account of their conversation on his blog . (more...)
Bigg Boss 9 couple Keith Sequeira and Rochelle Rao get married
- March 06, 2018
Everything from the decor, to the music were all done tastefully keeping in mind the couple's choices. Well, we are talking about Keith Sequeira and Rochelle Rao who have secretly got married. An overflow of joy, peace and love to last forever! Keith had posted a cute photo collage of themselves and captioned it, 'She said YES!' She is also a very fun person, and has a great sense of humour. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Everything from the decor, to the music were all done tastefully keeping in mind the couple's choices. Well, we are talking about Keith Sequeira and Rochelle Rao who have secretly got married. An overflow of joy, peace and love to last forever! Keith had posted a cute photo collage of themselves and captioned it, 'She said YES!' She is also a very fun person, and has a great sense of humour. (more...)
Oscars: Here's why Jodie Foster was really on crutches
- March 06, 2018
Soon a third followed, " Meryl Streep has just a little exactly the same outfit as godmother the good fairy Shrek WTF!" The 90 Academy Awards are underway over in the U.S. "No, it's cool. She tripped me once. she's always so nice at the luncheons", responded Lawrence. Foster, responding to laughter, adding, "Eh, she's acting". (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Soon a third followed, " Meryl Streep has just a little exactly the same outfit as godmother the good fairy Shrek WTF!" The 90 Academy Awards are underway over in the U.S. "No, it's cool. She tripped me once. she's always so nice at the luncheons", responded Lawrence. Foster, responding to laughter, adding, "Eh, she's acting". (more...)
The Shocking Twist on Tonight's 'Bachelor' Finale
- March 06, 2018
Arie's decision to share such personal details from his past was an attempt to open up Lauren more and make her feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable. "When it all happened, I kind of blacked out that I couldn't take it all in or really focus on what I wanted to say". Back in the studio, Becca watched the clip, which she described as "brutal". (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Arie's decision to share such personal details from his past was an attempt to open up Lauren more and make her feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable. "When it all happened, I kind of blacked out that I couldn't take it all in or really focus on what I wanted to say". Back in the studio, Becca watched the clip, which she described as "brutal". (more...)
Netflix to give parents more control over access to content
- March 06, 2018
Should a parent notice that a program they believe to be child-safe has an unusually high MPAA rating, they can proceed with caution. "We understand that every family is different and that parents have differing perspectives on what they feel is appropriate to watch at different ages", reads an excerpt from a March 5th, 2018 media release . (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Should a parent notice that a program they believe to be child-safe has an unusually high MPAA rating, they can proceed with caution. "We understand that every family is different and that parents have differing perspectives on what they feel is appropriate to watch at different ages", reads an excerpt from a March 5th, 2018 media release . (more...)
Former Tour de France victor Wiggins accused of PED use
- March 06, 2018
Australian coach Sutton, who quit as the performance director of British Cycling in the run-up to the 2016 Rio Olympics following an unrelated sexism row, told the committee that "what Brad was doing was unethical but not against the rules". (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Australian coach Sutton, who quit as the performance director of British Cycling in the run-up to the 2016 Rio Olympics following an unrelated sexism row, told the committee that "what Brad was doing was unethical but not against the rules". (more...)
Time's Up montage at Oscars show celebrates women and diversity
- March 06, 2018
Best actress victor Frances McDormand took a good bit longer than 36 seconds after her win for " Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri " but she sent " Inclusion Rider " trending. However, she did pursue a civil suit. When asked how she wound up on crutches, Foster quipped: "Streep, she I, Tonya'd me". Gary Oldman victor for Best Actor for "Darkest Hour" at the 90th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California March 5, 2018. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Best actress victor Frances McDormand took a good bit longer than 36 seconds after her win for " Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri " but she sent " Inclusion Rider " trending. However, she did pursue a civil suit. When asked how she wound up on crutches, Foster quipped: "Streep, she I, Tonya'd me". Gary Oldman victor for Best Actor for "Darkest Hour" at the 90th Academy Awards in Hollywood, California March 5, 2018. (more...)
Are Jay-Z & Beyonce Touring Together?
- March 06, 2018
Variety reported this morning that a Bey and JAY-Z collaboration tour sequel was in the works. The single features verses from Jay Z and Beyonce . Beyonce has also released her solo album titled " Lemonade ". Beyoncé and Jay-Z, power couple and music's king and queen, have been busy as of late, raising their kids, supporting Meek Mill, producing documentaries on Trayvon Martin, filming the video for "Family Fued", and even recording again with DJ Khaled and Future . (more...)
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- March 06, 2018
Variety reported this morning that a Bey and JAY-Z collaboration tour sequel was in the works. The single features verses from Jay Z and Beyonce . Beyonce has also released her solo album titled " Lemonade ". Beyoncé and Jay-Z, power couple and music's king and queen, have been busy as of late, raising their kids, supporting Meek Mill, producing documentaries on Trayvon Martin, filming the video for "Family Fued", and even recording again with DJ Khaled and Future . (more...)
Early Oscars Ratings Significantly Down From 2017 Show
- March 06, 2018
Gary Oldman picked up the best actor prize for transforming into Winston Churchill in " Darkest Hour " and Allison Janney for becoming Tonya Harding's mother in "I, Tonya". Only four black writers have been nominated in the Best Original Screenplay category in the Oscars' 90-year history: Suzanne de Passe ( Lady Sings the Blues , 1972), Spike Lee ( Do the Right Thing , 1989) John Singleton ( Boyz N the Hood , 1991) and Peele. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Gary Oldman picked up the best actor prize for transforming into Winston Churchill in " Darkest Hour " and Allison Janney for becoming Tonya Harding's mother in "I, Tonya". Only four black writers have been nominated in the Best Original Screenplay category in the Oscars' 90-year history: Suzanne de Passe ( Lady Sings the Blues , 1972), Spike Lee ( Do the Right Thing , 1989) John Singleton ( Boyz N the Hood , 1991) and Peele. (more...)
Bayern thrash Freiburg for 20-point lead
- March 06, 2018
Thiago Alcantara wasted a good chance as the league leaders closed in on a third of the afternoon, while Sandro Wagner was wayward with his headed attempt early in the second half. Thomas Muller was at the heart of Bayern's first goal after 24 minutes in which either side could have scored. According to German daily Bild , who have a reporter at Bayern training sessions, Hummels and Lewandowski traded insults in a practise game. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Thiago Alcantara wasted a good chance as the league leaders closed in on a third of the afternoon, while Sandro Wagner was wayward with his headed attempt early in the second half. Thomas Muller was at the heart of Bayern's first goal after 24 minutes in which either side could have scored. According to German daily Bild , who have a reporter at Bayern training sessions, Hummels and Lewandowski traded insults in a practise game. (more...)
ESPN names Jim Pitaro as network's new president
- March 06, 2018
He started as co-president of Disney Interactive, then eventually became the sole president of the group. Former ESPN President George Bodenheimer has been serving as the acting chairman since Skipper's departure. "As a passionate and lifelong sports fan, I am honored to be joining the ESPN team during such a pivotal time in its storied history", Pitaro added. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
He started as co-president of Disney Interactive, then eventually became the sole president of the group. Former ESPN President George Bodenheimer has been serving as the acting chairman since Skipper's departure. "As a passionate and lifelong sports fan, I am honored to be joining the ESPN team during such a pivotal time in its storied history", Pitaro added. (more...)
The Walking Dead 810 Talked About Scene: Rick and Negan discuss Carl
- March 06, 2018
But Negan had a soft spot for Carl too. He has already turned. Negan wants Simon to get Jadis' group in line even though she betrayed them, while Simon is starting to think that this group of people (and Hilltop, the Kingdom and Alexandria) aren't taking to Negan's lessons anymore. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
But Negan had a soft spot for Carl too. He has already turned. Negan wants Simon to get Jadis' group in line even though she betrayed them, while Simon is starting to think that this group of people (and Hilltop, the Kingdom and Alexandria) aren't taking to Negan's lessons anymore. (more...)
Breakingviews - Election leaves Italy with only radical options
- March 06, 2018
With no faction winning a clear majority, the results early Monday confirm that negotiations to form a government that can win a confidence vote in Parliament will likely be long and fraught. Capitalising on the anger of the south and the young at Italy's arthritic economy, the M5S appeared to have broken through the 30% ceiling that it has long failed to breach in the polls . (more...)
- March 06, 2018
With no faction winning a clear majority, the results early Monday confirm that negotiations to form a government that can win a confidence vote in Parliament will likely be long and fraught. Capitalising on the anger of the south and the young at Italy's arthritic economy, the M5S appeared to have broken through the 30% ceiling that it has long failed to breach in the polls . (more...)
The Founder Of Tower Records Russ Solomon Has Died At 92
- March 06, 2018
It was there that Solomon began selling used records while still a teenager in the early 1940s. A Sacramento icon has passed away. Consumers began to shift to the internet to download music or to buy it from retailers such as Walmart, who offered lower prices in exchange for a less intimate customer experience than what Tower provided. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
It was there that Solomon began selling used records while still a teenager in the early 1940s. A Sacramento icon has passed away. Consumers began to shift to the internet to download music or to buy it from retailers such as Walmart, who offered lower prices in exchange for a less intimate customer experience than what Tower provided. (more...)
Martin Shkreli ordered to forfeit $7.4 million in assets
- March 06, 2018
Martin Shkreli , you may remember, owns a Wu-Tang Clan album. A USA judge on Monday ordered Martin Shkreli , former CEO of a drug company, to hand over more than 7.3 million US dollars in assets for his role in defrauding investors. Shkreli's lawyer did not return FOX Business' request for comment at the time of publication. At any rate, the USA government believes it's still Shkreli's, and that it's valuable enough to include in the same list as a Picasso. (more...)
- March 06, 2018
Martin Shkreli , you may remember, owns a Wu-Tang Clan album. A USA judge on Monday ordered Martin Shkreli , former CEO of a drug company, to hand over more than 7.3 million US dollars in assets for his role in defrauding investors. Shkreli's lawyer did not return FOX Business' request for comment at the time of publication. At any rate, the USA government believes it's still Shkreli's, and that it's valuable enough to include in the same list as a Picasso. (more...)
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