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Spike Lee Releases New Short Film on Police Brutality
- June 05, 2020
Before you watch the video below, it's probably best for me to include a trigger warning here: Lee's short contains real footage of both Eric Garner and George Floyd incidents, and that's going to be understandably tough for some to watch. (more...)
- June 05, 2020
Before you watch the video below, it's probably best for me to include a trigger warning here: Lee's short contains real footage of both Eric Garner and George Floyd incidents, and that's going to be understandably tough for some to watch. (more...)
George Floyd memorial holds moment of silence for 8 minutes, 46 seconds
- June 05, 2020
Lindquist sanctuary on Thursday. The mural of George Floyd projected above his golden coffin, where mourners knelt and cried, paused and prayed at his memorial service Thursday had a simple message: " I can breathe now". "George, he was like a general", brother Philonise Floyd said. "White Silence is Violence", a sign read. Sharpton condemned Trump, who has been widely criticized for his response to Floyd's death and the protests. (more...)
- June 05, 2020
Lindquist sanctuary on Thursday. The mural of George Floyd projected above his golden coffin, where mourners knelt and cried, paused and prayed at his memorial service Thursday had a simple message: " I can breathe now". "George, he was like a general", brother Philonise Floyd said. "White Silence is Violence", a sign read. Sharpton condemned Trump, who has been widely criticized for his response to Floyd's death and the protests. (more...)
New York Times says senator's op-ed didn't meet standards
- June 05, 2020
Tom Cotton , R-Ark., responded Thursday to The New York Times apology for running his opinion piece by blasting the paper, accusing them of retreating in the face of a "woke mob" in their newsroom. Some staff members called in sick Thursday in protest. Weiss' comments come after dozens of Times reporters were outspoken about the opinion section's decision to publish Cotton's comments in an opinion format, a rare move from the writers part of a publication that has historically aimed ... (more...)
- June 05, 2020
Tom Cotton , R-Ark., responded Thursday to The New York Times apology for running his opinion piece by blasting the paper, accusing them of retreating in the face of a "woke mob" in their newsroom. Some staff members called in sick Thursday in protest. Weiss' comments come after dozens of Times reporters were outspoken about the opinion section's decision to publish Cotton's comments in an opinion format, a rare move from the writers part of a publication that has historically aimed ... (more...)
Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya celebrate 47 years of marriage with throwback pictures
- June 05, 2020
June 1973...! Had decided that if Zanjeer would succeed, we would go together with a few friends to London for the first time. My Father asked who you going with? "The unending wheel of life keeps in rotation and in ever increasing motion". (more...)
- June 05, 2020
June 1973...! Had decided that if Zanjeer would succeed, we would go together with a few friends to London for the first time. My Father asked who you going with? "The unending wheel of life keeps in rotation and in ever increasing motion". (more...)
Meera Chopra opens up on being threatened by Jr NTRs fans #98576
- June 04, 2020
She tweeted to the Hyderabad police with screenshots of all the abusive and intimidating tweets and sought their help. You can not character assassinate a women, give threats, and abuse her for sharing her choice. Hashtags with abusive messages for Meera trended on the micro-blogging website. Thanks fr the support. Chinmayi, on the other hand, has also lodged a complaint with the Cyber Crime department in Hyderabad . (more...)
- June 04, 2020
She tweeted to the Hyderabad police with screenshots of all the abusive and intimidating tweets and sought their help. You can not character assassinate a women, give threats, and abuse her for sharing her choice. Hashtags with abusive messages for Meera trended on the micro-blogging website. Thanks fr the support. Chinmayi, on the other hand, has also lodged a complaint with the Cyber Crime department in Hyderabad . (more...)
Obama calls for police reform
- June 04, 2020
Obama's speech offered a distinct contrast in tone to the way his successor, President Donald Trump, has responded to the protests, some of which have devolved into violence. "You look at those protests, and that was a far more representative cross-section of America out on the streets, peacefully protesting, who felt moved to do something because of the injustices that they have seen". (more...)
- June 04, 2020
Obama's speech offered a distinct contrast in tone to the way his successor, President Donald Trump, has responded to the protests, some of which have devolved into violence. "You look at those protests, and that was a far more representative cross-section of America out on the streets, peacefully protesting, who felt moved to do something because of the injustices that they have seen". (more...)
Tennessee's unemployment claims drops for a fourth consecutive week
- June 04, 2020
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - New unemployment claims declined by almost 25% in Alabama over a week as state businesses continued reopening during the pandemic, statistics showed Thursday. Economists polled by Refinitiv expect the U.S. economy to have shed another eight million jobs in May. Initial unemployment claims continue to surge in Florida, even as jobless filings in the rest of the US decline. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - New unemployment claims declined by almost 25% in Alabama over a week as state businesses continued reopening during the pandemic, statistics showed Thursday. Economists polled by Refinitiv expect the U.S. economy to have shed another eight million jobs in May. Initial unemployment claims continue to surge in Florida, even as jobless filings in the rest of the US decline. (more...)
'Fuller House' Finally Reveals Where Lori Loughlin's Aunt Becky Has Been
- June 04, 2020
Loughlin, 55, starred as Becky Donaldson Katsopolis on seasons 2-8 of Full House . "I know there was some disappointment though that we didn't have the sixth season, but there are other network reasons, we aren't privy to that information, as to why they made that decision one season early". (more...)
- June 04, 2020
Loughlin, 55, starred as Becky Donaldson Katsopolis on seasons 2-8 of Full House . "I know there was some disappointment though that we didn't have the sixth season, but there are other network reasons, we aren't privy to that information, as to why they made that decision one season early". (more...)
YouTuber Jake Paul Denies Looting Arizona Mall After Video Footage Surfaces
- June 04, 2020
Paul releases videos daily and raking in approximately $11.5 million in 2017. In one video, Paul said he was tear-gassed by police officers, whom he called "idiots". Changs after which coming into a mall to loot in Scottsdale, Arizona . The videos are indignantly responded to on social media. He added , "However, I understand the anger and frustration that led to the destruction we witnessed and while it's not the answer, it's important that people see it and collectively figure out how to ... (more...)
- June 04, 2020
Paul releases videos daily and raking in approximately $11.5 million in 2017. In one video, Paul said he was tear-gassed by police officers, whom he called "idiots". Changs after which coming into a mall to loot in Scottsdale, Arizona . The videos are indignantly responded to on social media. He added , "However, I understand the anger and frustration that led to the destruction we witnessed and while it's not the answer, it's important that people see it and collectively figure out how to ... (more...)
Elite Dangerous Odyssey Leaked Bringing Long Awaited Fan Features
- June 04, 2020
There will be "diverse settings, objectives, and NPCs" that offer "endless mission variety and a near infinite amount of content to enjoy". Details are still scant, but developer Frontier Developments says Odyssey will finally give Elite Dangerous players the opportunity to stretch their legs on unexplored planets. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
There will be "diverse settings, objectives, and NPCs" that offer "endless mission variety and a near infinite amount of content to enjoy". Details are still scant, but developer Frontier Developments says Odyssey will finally give Elite Dangerous players the opportunity to stretch their legs on unexplored planets. (more...)
Legendary Singer, Majek Fashek Is Dead, Says Manager
- June 04, 2020
His music will forever remain indelible in the minds of fans of Kpangolo music. The manager, however, failed to disclose the cause of his death. " Majek Fashek was a quintessential legend whose works will live forever". "A great music ambassador, we will miss him and will ever remember him for his powerful hits as " Send down the rain and so long, too long ", " he said. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
His music will forever remain indelible in the minds of fans of Kpangolo music. The manager, however, failed to disclose the cause of his death. " Majek Fashek was a quintessential legend whose works will live forever". "A great music ambassador, we will miss him and will ever remember him for his powerful hits as " Send down the rain and so long, too long ", " he said. (more...)
Dream Street Member Chris Trousdale Dies from COVID-19 at 34
- June 04, 2020
A native of Florida, Trousdale was eight years old when he starred in a touring production of Les Misérables and then in the Broadway production. He was one of the original members of the American Dream Street boy band, which he joined in 1999 and performed until it was disbanded in 2002. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
A native of Florida, Trousdale was eight years old when he starred in a touring production of Les Misérables and then in the Broadway production. He was one of the original members of the American Dream Street boy band, which he joined in 1999 and performed until it was disbanded in 2002. (more...)
AMC Reports Losses, Raises Doubt on Staying in Business
- June 04, 2020
AMC said it had enough cash to reopen its theaters this summer, as it plans to do. - The world's largest movie chain, AMC Entertainment, on Wednesday warned there were, quote, "substantial doubts about its ability to continue operating" if the company is forced to keep its theaters closed much longer. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
AMC said it had enough cash to reopen its theaters this summer, as it plans to do. - The world's largest movie chain, AMC Entertainment, on Wednesday warned there were, quote, "substantial doubts about its ability to continue operating" if the company is forced to keep its theaters closed much longer. (more...)
Star admits he's no longer close with Kanye
- June 04, 2020
Legend told " The Sunday Times " on Saturday: "I don't think we're lesser friends because of the Trump thing". "He's up in Wyoming. We both have a growing family and I no longer have a formal business relationship with him as an artist, so I think it's only part of the natural cycle of life ". (more...)
- June 04, 2020
Legend told " The Sunday Times " on Saturday: "I don't think we're lesser friends because of the Trump thing". "He's up in Wyoming. We both have a growing family and I no longer have a formal business relationship with him as an artist, so I think it's only part of the natural cycle of life ". (more...)
Ariana Grande skewers the press for distorting Black Lives Matter demonstrations
- June 04, 2020
Hours prior to his walk, he had posted a lengthy statement addressing George Floyd's senseless killing and the protests that have continued to rage on across the nation since Thursday. "THE MEDIA DONT WANT YOU TO SEE THE PEACEFUL PROTESTS", she wrote . The biracial, 25-year-old singer protested alongside her ex-boyfriend and close friend, YUNGBLUD , who she claims " literally ran exposed in front of rounds being shot to drag wounded people to safety without even thinking twice ". (more...)
- June 04, 2020
Hours prior to his walk, he had posted a lengthy statement addressing George Floyd's senseless killing and the protests that have continued to rage on across the nation since Thursday. "THE MEDIA DONT WANT YOU TO SEE THE PEACEFUL PROTESTS", she wrote . The biracial, 25-year-old singer protested alongside her ex-boyfriend and close friend, YUNGBLUD , who she claims " literally ran exposed in front of rounds being shot to drag wounded people to safety without even thinking twice ". (more...)
'America's Got Talent' goes Gaga for Roberta Battaglia's 'Shallow'
- June 04, 2020
The Toronto-based young singer stirred the judges, including Sofia Vergara with her performance of Shallow by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper . "You called it ... and I did it", said Roberta . The buzzer sends the act straight to the live final shows. "It shows your strength that you've come all the way from Canada to be here", he added. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
The Toronto-based young singer stirred the judges, including Sofia Vergara with her performance of Shallow by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper . "You called it ... and I did it", said Roberta . The buzzer sends the act straight to the live final shows. "It shows your strength that you've come all the way from Canada to be here", he added. (more...)
Ruby Rose's Batwoman character to be replaced by new crimefighter
- June 04, 2020
EW got their hands on a character description from a casting call for a new lead named Ryan Wilder . The report said Ryan, a former drug-runner, will be her mid to late 20s living in a van. 'I didn't want to not acknowledge everyone involved and how big this was for TV and for our community'. "I am beyond appreciative to Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter and Caroline Dries for not only giving me this incredible opportunity, but for welcoming me into the DC universe they have so beautifully ... (more...)
- June 04, 2020
EW got their hands on a character description from a casting call for a new lead named Ryan Wilder . The report said Ryan, a former drug-runner, will be her mid to late 20s living in a van. 'I didn't want to not acknowledge everyone involved and how big this was for TV and for our community'. "I am beyond appreciative to Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter and Caroline Dries for not only giving me this incredible opportunity, but for welcoming me into the DC universe they have so beautifully ... (more...)
Meghan Markle linked to Tatler writer behind bombshell piece on Kate Middleton
- June 04, 2020
The source continued: "Pasternak's article caused vast unnecessary pain for Kate and its central claim that she felt trapped and unhappy was wildly untrue". The claims included statements that Kate was exhausted because of additional royal duties she has to perform now that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have stepped back from the royal family. (more...)
- June 04, 2020
The source continued: "Pasternak's article caused vast unnecessary pain for Kate and its central claim that she felt trapped and unhappy was wildly untrue". The claims included statements that Kate was exhausted because of additional royal duties she has to perform now that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have stepped back from the royal family. (more...)
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Threaten Former Bodyguard with Lawsuit
- June 04, 2020
According to Kimye, Steve made "false and defamatory" statements during the podcast - though they don't specify which ones are wrong - and violated a confidentiality agreement they signed in February 2016. Teperman says "If Kanye and Kim wish to continue this further, that is up to them, but I think their time and money would be better suited helping out with more pressing matters in our society than what happened many years ago". (more...)
- June 04, 2020
According to Kimye, Steve made "false and defamatory" statements during the podcast - though they don't specify which ones are wrong - and violated a confidentiality agreement they signed in February 2016. Teperman says "If Kanye and Kim wish to continue this further, that is up to them, but I think their time and money would be better suited helping out with more pressing matters in our society than what happened many years ago". (more...)
HelloFresh dropped Lea Michele following bullying allegations
- June 04, 2020
This week, Michele posted a tweet in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, which is what prompted Samantha Ware to call her out on Twitter for her behaviour on the set of Glee . "I'm sorry if you thought I was acting racist", they commented . "HelloFresh does not condone racism nor discrimination of any kind". "We take this very seriously, and have ended our partnership with Lea Michele , effective immediately", the company wrote . (more...)
- June 04, 2020
This week, Michele posted a tweet in support of the Black Lives Matter movement, which is what prompted Samantha Ware to call her out on Twitter for her behaviour on the set of Glee . "I'm sorry if you thought I was acting racist", they commented . "HelloFresh does not condone racism nor discrimination of any kind". "We take this very seriously, and have ended our partnership with Lea Michele , effective immediately", the company wrote . (more...)
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