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Olympic Swimmer Katie Ledecky Blows Competition Out of The Water
- August 11, 2016
This was Phelps 20th gold medal , and at age 31, he is the oldest individual gold medalist in swimming history. The bronze medal went to Emma McKeon of Australia, at 1:54.92. But Phelps has also won more medals than most countries competing in the Olympics. But some of them count more than others . Michael Phelps gives a finger wag after winning the 200m butterfy. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
This was Phelps 20th gold medal , and at age 31, he is the oldest individual gold medalist in swimming history. The bronze medal went to Emma McKeon of Australia, at 1:54.92. But Phelps has also won more medals than most countries competing in the Olympics. But some of them count more than others . Michael Phelps gives a finger wag after winning the 200m butterfy. (more...)
Secret Service Has Spoken With Donald Trump Campaign
- August 11, 2016
The big guns are coming out against Hillary Clinton. Do something about it. "At long last, Donald Trump has left the Republican Party few options but to act decisively and get this political train wreck off the tracks before something bad happens". (more...)
- August 11, 2016
The big guns are coming out against Hillary Clinton. Do something about it. "At long last, Donald Trump has left the Republican Party few options but to act decisively and get this political train wreck off the tracks before something bad happens". (more...)
Federal judge upholds IL ex-governor Blagojevich's 14-year sentence
- August 11, 2016
Blagojevich then went to the U.S. Supreme Court to get the remaining convictions overturned, but failed. Speaking via close circuit television, Blagojevich himself apologized for his crimes, saying he had been too ambitious. Blagojevich, who is being held in a prison near Denver, appeared at the hearing via video. Blagojevich's attorney, Leonard C. Goodman, urged the judge to take a " fresh look " at the case. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Blagojevich then went to the U.S. Supreme Court to get the remaining convictions overturned, but failed. Speaking via close circuit television, Blagojevich himself apologized for his crimes, saying he had been too ambitious. Blagojevich, who is being held in a prison near Denver, appeared at the hearing via video. Blagojevich's attorney, Leonard C. Goodman, urged the judge to take a " fresh look " at the case. (more...)
Watch a shark eat a seal off the shore of Cape Cod
- August 11, 2016
Puritan Cape Cod on Main Street Chatham will host the second annual "Shop for Shark Research" fundraiser benefiting the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Tuesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Even though it happens , it's still rare for the beasts to attack people. Get free real-time news alerts from the Martha's Vineyard Patch. Sharks also, by the way, play an important role in the ecosystem , and conservation efforts help keep them alive. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Puritan Cape Cod on Main Street Chatham will host the second annual "Shop for Shark Research" fundraiser benefiting the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy Tuesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Even though it happens , it's still rare for the beasts to attack people. Get free real-time news alerts from the Martha's Vineyard Patch. Sharks also, by the way, play an important role in the ecosystem , and conservation efforts help keep them alive. (more...)
Florida officer kills woman from Minnesota during police role-play
- August 11, 2016
A former Twin Cities woman was fatally shot while participating in a Citizens Academy exercise at police headquarters in her adopted city on Florida's southern Gulf Coast, authorities said. She then studied for various degrees at St. Olaf College, the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State University, Mankato, among other higher education institutions. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
A former Twin Cities woman was fatally shot while participating in a Citizens Academy exercise at police headquarters in her adopted city on Florida's southern Gulf Coast, authorities said. She then studied for various degrees at St. Olaf College, the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State University, Mankato, among other higher education institutions. (more...)
National Football League acknowledges accountability for HOF Game cancellation
- August 11, 2016
Louis last season. Troy Vincent, NFL executive vice president of football operations, acknowledged in a memo sent to all 32 NFL teams that he and NFL operations are accountable for field conditions at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium that led to cancellation of Sunday's preseason game between the Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Louis last season. Troy Vincent, NFL executive vice president of football operations, acknowledged in a memo sent to all 32 NFL teams that he and NFL operations are accountable for field conditions at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium that led to cancellation of Sunday's preseason game between the Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts. (more...)
Jessica Alba Pleads to 'Stop the Violence' at Teen Choice Awards 2016
- August 11, 2016
But in case you did, here are our top seven moments. Oh, and can we talk about Cena's wig? "The fans have a right to be upset". "As a former teen, a while ago, who's made a few choices along the way, I'm here to tell you: You and your choices matter", Timberlake began. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
But in case you did, here are our top seven moments. Oh, and can we talk about Cena's wig? "The fans have a right to be upset". "As a former teen, a while ago, who's made a few choices along the way, I'm here to tell you: You and your choices matter", Timberlake began. (more...)
No Man's Sky coming to PC on August 12th
- August 11, 2016
No Man's Sky finally arrives this week amidst expectations of galactic proportions - and we'll know pretty soon whether it lives up to the vast hype. Hello Games has also promised bigger galaxies, more diverse planets and extreme hazards like blizzards and dust storms. Dead moons and hazardous planets have been increased to not be such a rare occurrence. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
No Man's Sky finally arrives this week amidst expectations of galactic proportions - and we'll know pretty soon whether it lives up to the vast hype. Hello Games has also promised bigger galaxies, more diverse planets and extreme hazards like blizzards and dust storms. Dead moons and hazardous planets have been increased to not be such a rare occurrence. (more...)
Juan Martin del Potro Defeats Novak Djokovic
- August 11, 2016
In a tournament that began without half of the members of the ATP's top 10 - including Roger Federer and Stan Wawrinka - del Potro is suddenly looking like someone who might be able to add another medal to the bronze he took home from the 2012 London Olympics. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
In a tournament that began without half of the members of the ATP's top 10 - including Roger Federer and Stan Wawrinka - del Potro is suddenly looking like someone who might be able to add another medal to the bronze he took home from the 2012 London Olympics. (more...)
Highlights of Rio Olympics thus far
- August 11, 2016
When Russian swimmer Yulia Efimova was controversially allowed to compete in the Olympic Games even after testing positive for doping, there was no room for sportsmanship. In other events Wednesday afternoon, world-record holder Cate Campbell of Australia was top qualifier in the 100 freestyle with an Olympic-record time of 52.78. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
When Russian swimmer Yulia Efimova was controversially allowed to compete in the Olympic Games even after testing positive for doping, there was no room for sportsmanship. In other events Wednesday afternoon, world-record holder Cate Campbell of Australia was top qualifier in the 100 freestyle with an Olympic-record time of 52.78. (more...)
CyberArk Software Ltd. (CYBR) Rating Reiterated by William Blair
- August 11, 2016
Company shares were Reiterated by Imperial Capital on May 19, 2016 to "In-line", Firm has raised the Price Target to $ 45 from a previous price target of $41. Shares of CyberArk Software, Ltd . rose by 0.75% in the last five trading days and 4.91% for the last 4 weeks. Seven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating , fifteen have assigned a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the company. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Company shares were Reiterated by Imperial Capital on May 19, 2016 to "In-line", Firm has raised the Price Target to $ 45 from a previous price target of $41. Shares of CyberArk Software, Ltd . rose by 0.75% in the last five trading days and 4.91% for the last 4 weeks. Seven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating , fifteen have assigned a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the company. (more...)
Hillary Clinton reaches out to Republicans as Donald Trump trips up
- August 11, 2016
Some, including Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nevada, questioned whether Trump should receive intelligence briefings traditionally given to presidential nominees after what he said. The latest Trump controversy arose from an offhand quip at a rally. "I just don't want you to be shot by someone who shouldn't have a gun in the first place". (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Some, including Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nevada, questioned whether Trump should receive intelligence briefings traditionally given to presidential nominees after what he said. The latest Trump controversy arose from an offhand quip at a rally. "I just don't want you to be shot by someone who shouldn't have a gun in the first place". (more...)
Star Wars: The Force Awakens 3D Collector's Edition Coming This Fall
- August 11, 2016
Disney also noted that all of that new bonus material is available only in the physical version of the 3D Collector's Edition, and that digital bonus features "may vary by retailer". You can nearly always tell when there's going to be a second blu-ray release of a major film and well, when it comes to Star Wars there's no doubt. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Disney also noted that all of that new bonus material is available only in the physical version of the 3D Collector's Edition, and that digital bonus features "may vary by retailer". You can nearly always tell when there's going to be a second blu-ray release of a major film and well, when it comes to Star Wars there's no doubt. (more...)
The First Teaser Trailer For The Gilmore Girls Revival Has Dropped
- August 11, 2016
Get ready "Gilmore Girls" fans, as Netflix is bringing them back to our screens on November 25. The show will consist of four episodes, each of which is an hour and a half long. "They said, 'Can we help you with that?'" Sherman-Palladino said Jokingly. The company announced the four-part series in a trailer that will take you back to the golden days of the original Gilmore Girls series. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Get ready "Gilmore Girls" fans, as Netflix is bringing them back to our screens on November 25. The show will consist of four episodes, each of which is an hour and a half long. "They said, 'Can we help you with that?'" Sherman-Palladino said Jokingly. The company announced the four-part series in a trailer that will take you back to the golden days of the original Gilmore Girls series. (more...)
With 26 career Olympic medals, Phelps equals India's record
- August 11, 2016
He returned to the pool for the men's 4×200 meter freestyle relay to ensure another gold medal ahead of Great Britain and Japan in a thrilling finale. Kind of having that come to an end, it's insane to think about. "It's insane to think about". For U.S. Swimming, one more medal came after the team's stars scored individual golds. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
He returned to the pool for the men's 4×200 meter freestyle relay to ensure another gold medal ahead of Great Britain and Japan in a thrilling finale. Kind of having that come to an end, it's insane to think about. "It's insane to think about". For U.S. Swimming, one more medal came after the team's stars scored individual golds. (more...)
Olympics: American gymnasts fight off nerves to dominate preliminaries
- August 11, 2016
Three-time world champion Simone Biles led the way. "No less a figure than Mary Lou Retton told the magazine Biles ".may be the most talented gymnast I've ever seen in my life". On the floor, her explosive tumbling passes - which included her trademark soaring double layout with half twist at the end - had the Brazilian crowd dancing down the aisles as her sassy moves were choreographed to hip-swinging Samba beats. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Three-time world champion Simone Biles led the way. "No less a figure than Mary Lou Retton told the magazine Biles ".may be the most talented gymnast I've ever seen in my life". On the floor, her explosive tumbling passes - which included her trademark soaring double layout with half twist at the end - had the Brazilian crowd dancing down the aisles as her sassy moves were choreographed to hip-swinging Samba beats. (more...)
Biggins apologises for CBB Holocaust 'joke'
- August 11, 2016
Christopher Biggins will visit Auschwitz after being removed from the Celebrity Big Brother house for making a Holocaust "joke" aimed at a Jewish housemate. He said: "I found it really comical if I'm honest". Well, while I'm sure Biggins yet again meant no offence, and assuming he was correctly quoted of course, to intimate that he could ever "experience the whole scenario of the Jewish annihilation" by simply visiting Auschwitz was possibly ill-advised. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Christopher Biggins will visit Auschwitz after being removed from the Celebrity Big Brother house for making a Holocaust "joke" aimed at a Jewish housemate. He said: "I found it really comical if I'm honest". Well, while I'm sure Biggins yet again meant no offence, and assuming he was correctly quoted of course, to intimate that he could ever "experience the whole scenario of the Jewish annihilation" by simply visiting Auschwitz was possibly ill-advised. (more...)
Hulu dropping free video as it prepares cable TV alternative
- August 11, 2016
Yahoo View will also provide clips previewing upcoming episodes and entire seasons of anime and Korean drama series. But while some will rue the loss of free Hulu , many will recognize the fact that it was a limited service that had a limited shelf-life. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Yahoo View will also provide clips previewing upcoming episodes and entire seasons of anime and Korean drama series. But while some will rue the loss of free Hulu , many will recognize the fact that it was a limited service that had a limited shelf-life. (more...)
Huelskamp campaign kicks out reporters of watch party
- August 11, 2016
Aug 3 Republican Representative Tim Huelskamp of Kansas, a Tea Party favorite in his third term in Congress, lost his bid for re-election on Tuesday, the state's unofficial results showed. "I think he has a better record than what he is given credit for", said Doris O'Neal, a 76-year-old Hutchinson homemaker who voted for Huelskamp. Pennsylvania Democratic Rep. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
Aug 3 Republican Representative Tim Huelskamp of Kansas, a Tea Party favorite in his third term in Congress, lost his bid for re-election on Tuesday, the state's unofficial results showed. "I think he has a better record than what he is given credit for", said Doris O'Neal, a 76-year-old Hutchinson homemaker who voted for Huelskamp. Pennsylvania Democratic Rep. (more...)
Man on "neighborhood watch" fatally shoots man, charged with murder
- August 11, 2016
The victim, who was immediately identified as a 20-year-old Kouren-Rodney Bernard Thomas, was pronounced dead after arriving at a local hospital. Thomas is African-American. When asked by the dispatcher to elaborate on the details Copley responded "ma'am, I don't know these f***ing people". As reported by the Washington Post , Copley took a stance from inside his garage when Chad took a shot that killed Thomas on Sunday, August 7. (more...)
- August 11, 2016
The victim, who was immediately identified as a 20-year-old Kouren-Rodney Bernard Thomas, was pronounced dead after arriving at a local hospital. Thomas is African-American. When asked by the dispatcher to elaborate on the details Copley responded "ma'am, I don't know these f***ing people". As reported by the Washington Post , Copley took a stance from inside his garage when Chad took a shot that killed Thomas on Sunday, August 7. (more...)
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