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Wednesday weather: Hot weather continues; mountain thunderstorms possible
- August 18, 2016
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch Tuesday afternoon for Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia. Through noon today: cloudy with chances for showers. Orange County, on the other hand, will have sunny skies. Dewpoints drop into the upper 50s, making it feel a lot less humid than recent weeks. A lot less humid. (more...)
- August 18, 2016
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch Tuesday afternoon for Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia. Through noon today: cloudy with chances for showers. Orange County, on the other hand, will have sunny skies. Dewpoints drop into the upper 50s, making it feel a lot less humid than recent weeks. A lot less humid. (more...)
New Pennsylvania AG is prosecutor who didn't charge Cosby
- August 18, 2016
She showed little emotion as the jury convicted her late Monday of all nine counts, including two felony perjury counts. It's not clear exactly how Kane came to her decision to resign, though some legal experts said earlier this week that a strategy of contrition could be the smart way to approach this period before her sentencing. (more...)
- August 18, 2016
She showed little emotion as the jury convicted her late Monday of all nine counts, including two felony perjury counts. It's not clear exactly how Kane came to her decision to resign, though some legal experts said earlier this week that a strategy of contrition could be the smart way to approach this period before her sentencing. (more...)
Simone Biles and Zac Efron: Who's the bigger fan of whom?
- August 18, 2016
Life, as Raisman is well aware, is about to get extremely hectic for the Final Five. "Actor Zac Efron - fulfilling teenage crush goals everywhere - popped over to Rio to find Biles and plant a surprise smacker on her". Biles, who won gold in the women's gymnastics all-around competition August 11 and helped lead the USA women to a team gold August 9, made those comments to Us Weekly. (more...)
- August 18, 2016
Life, as Raisman is well aware, is about to get extremely hectic for the Final Five. "Actor Zac Efron - fulfilling teenage crush goals everywhere - popped over to Rio to find Biles and plant a surprise smacker on her". Biles, who won gold in the women's gymnastics all-around competition August 11 and helped lead the USA women to a team gold August 9, made those comments to Us Weekly. (more...)
Fighter takes swing at Olympic boxing body
- August 18, 2016
As to the charges of corrupt officiating, AIBA said, "Unless tangible proof is put forward, not rumours, we will continue to use any means, including legal or disciplinary actions to protect our sport". Later, the 24-year-old Conlan tweeted at Vladimir Putin to ask how much the Russian president paid AIBA to fix Tuesday's bout in Nikitin's favor. Michael Conlan gives a piece of his mind to the boxing judges on Tuesday. (more...)
- August 18, 2016
As to the charges of corrupt officiating, AIBA said, "Unless tangible proof is put forward, not rumours, we will continue to use any means, including legal or disciplinary actions to protect our sport". Later, the 24-year-old Conlan tweeted at Vladimir Putin to ask how much the Russian president paid AIBA to fix Tuesday's bout in Nikitin's favor. Michael Conlan gives a piece of his mind to the boxing judges on Tuesday. (more...)
Celebrity Big Brother 2016: Renee Graziano and Chloe Khan in massive row
- August 17, 2016
The 25-year-old television personality - who was booted from the famous abode on Friday night (12.08.16) - has revealed she chatted to the "Mob Wives" star prior to appearing on the show, despite claims by the programme that the group all enter as strangers. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
The 25-year-old television personality - who was booted from the famous abode on Friday night (12.08.16) - has revealed she chatted to the "Mob Wives" star prior to appearing on the show, despite claims by the programme that the group all enter as strangers. (more...)
'Sausage Party' Earns Sizzling No. 2 Opening
- August 17, 2016
In light of scathing reviews, David Ayer's anti-hero picture experienced a 67 percent drop in box office numbers during its second week of release. Of course, the movie isn't exactly strapped for cash, as the worldwide box office for Suicide Squad has reached $465.4 million following a strong $58.7 million gross from 62 global markets. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
In light of scathing reviews, David Ayer's anti-hero picture experienced a 67 percent drop in box office numbers during its second week of release. Of course, the movie isn't exactly strapped for cash, as the worldwide box office for Suicide Squad has reached $465.4 million following a strong $58.7 million gross from 62 global markets. (more...)
Amber Heard withdraws abuse allegations against Johnny Depp
- August 17, 2016
No documents relating to the divorce or to Heard's effort to extend the restraining order against Depp have been filed with the Los Angeles court yet. It was alleged that during the row, Johnny "smashed several bottles and windows and also slammed a plastic phone against the wall unit". This nearly reads like an admission by Depp that he did, indeed, get physical with Heard. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
No documents relating to the divorce or to Heard's effort to extend the restraining order against Depp have been filed with the Los Angeles court yet. It was alleged that during the row, Johnny "smashed several bottles and windows and also slammed a plastic phone against the wall unit". This nearly reads like an admission by Depp that he did, indeed, get physical with Heard. (more...)
Larry Wilmore's 'The Nightly Show' Canceled by Comedy Central
- August 17, 2016
He created "The Bernie Mac Show" (for which he shared a Peabody Award) and with Eddie Murphy co-created the animated series "The PJs". Alterman, however, dismissed the notion that the show's cancellation was racially motivated, and pointed to " The Daily Show's " new host, Trevor Noah, who is black. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
He created "The Bernie Mac Show" (for which he shared a Peabody Award) and with Eddie Murphy co-created the animated series "The PJs". Alterman, however, dismissed the notion that the show's cancellation was racially motivated, and pointed to " The Daily Show's " new host, Trevor Noah, who is black. (more...)
Richmond Public Schools see significant drop in SOL scores
- August 17, 2016
The results for English Writing and History/Social Science were the same as the previous school year. However, gaps continue to separate achievement of black and Hispanic students from white students, but Board of Education President Billy K. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
The results for English Writing and History/Social Science were the same as the previous school year. However, gaps continue to separate achievement of black and Hispanic students from white students, but Board of Education President Billy K. (more...)
SurveyMonkey Poll: Clinton Maintains Big Lead as Voters Doubt Trump's Temperament
- August 17, 2016
He panned the long, expensive Iraq War started under Republican President George W. Bush, as well as Obama's calls for new leadership in some Middle East countries during the pro-democracy Arab Spring uprisings. Conversely, Clinton is backed by 93% of Virginia Democrats, and gets the support of 86% of those who backed her primary rival Bernie Sanders. The Monmouth poll found that only 36% of Florida voters have a favorable opinion of Clinton, while 50% have an unfavorable opinion. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
He panned the long, expensive Iraq War started under Republican President George W. Bush, as well as Obama's calls for new leadership in some Middle East countries during the pro-democracy Arab Spring uprisings. Conversely, Clinton is backed by 93% of Virginia Democrats, and gets the support of 86% of those who backed her primary rival Bernie Sanders. The Monmouth poll found that only 36% of Florida voters have a favorable opinion of Clinton, while 50% have an unfavorable opinion. (more...)
PRESIDENTIAL RACE | Congress receives FBI notes from Clinton interview
- August 17, 2016
More than 100 emails exchanged by Clinton were subsequently reviewed and determined to contain information considered classified. And due to its confidential status, it can not legally be shared with the public. The State Department acknowledged it had received all of the emails from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and "voluntarily agreed to produce non-exempt agency records", to Judicial Watch in accordance with the group's initial Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request . (more...)
- August 17, 2016
More than 100 emails exchanged by Clinton were subsequently reviewed and determined to contain information considered classified. And due to its confidential status, it can not legally be shared with the public. The State Department acknowledged it had received all of the emails from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and "voluntarily agreed to produce non-exempt agency records", to Judicial Watch in accordance with the group's initial Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request . (more...)
Olympics: American Jeff Henderson wins gold in long jump
- August 17, 2016
Mo Farah won his fourth consecutive 10,000m gold medal at a World Championship event Saturday night with his 27:05.17 win in Rio. The British hero outsprinted Paul Tanui of Kenya to the line to win in 27 minutes, 5.17 seconds despite falling to the ground 10 laps into the race after a collision with American Galen Rupp . (more...)
- August 17, 2016
Mo Farah won his fourth consecutive 10,000m gold medal at a World Championship event Saturday night with his 27:05.17 win in Rio. The British hero outsprinted Paul Tanui of Kenya to the line to win in 27 minutes, 5.17 seconds despite falling to the ground 10 laps into the race after a collision with American Galen Rupp . (more...)
Johnny Depp and Heard settle '$10m' divorce with charity donation
- August 17, 2016
In a joint statement to TMZ from the former couple, the two describe their relationship as "intensely passionate and at times volatile ", adding that there was never "any intent" of physical and/or emotional harm. "It was an honor to represent her". In May, the couple filed for divorce after being married less than a year. A hearing on the divorce case was set to begin on Wednesday. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
In a joint statement to TMZ from the former couple, the two describe their relationship as "intensely passionate and at times volatile ", adding that there was never "any intent" of physical and/or emotional harm. "It was an honor to represent her". In May, the couple filed for divorce after being married less than a year. A hearing on the divorce case was set to begin on Wednesday. (more...)
Rio Olympics: Simone Biles, Aly Raisman reach gymnastics all-around final
- August 17, 2016
Everyone expects Team USA to dominate and win a gold medal in gymnastics at the 2016 Rio Olympics . They were such a class act with their soaring somersaults and explosive tumbles that Biles , Raisman and Douglas were the top three all around performers on Sunday. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
Everyone expects Team USA to dominate and win a gold medal in gymnastics at the 2016 Rio Olympics . They were such a class act with their soaring somersaults and explosive tumbles that Biles , Raisman and Douglas were the top three all around performers on Sunday. (more...)
Allyson Felix becomes an Olympic legend for multiple reasons
- August 17, 2016
Miller's torso crossed the line before Felix's which is the reason why she won the race but some believe the athlete who's feet cross the line first should be crowned the victor. Felix, 30, became the most decorated USA woman in track-and-field history with a seventh Olympic medal by passing the legendary Jackie Joyner-Kersee. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
Miller's torso crossed the line before Felix's which is the reason why she won the race but some believe the athlete who's feet cross the line first should be crowned the victor. Felix, 30, became the most decorated USA woman in track-and-field history with a seventh Olympic medal by passing the legendary Jackie Joyner-Kersee. (more...)
Donald Trump Leads Hillary Clinton By Only 6 Points In Texas
- August 17, 2016
Seventy-one percent of Trump voters think that if Clinton wins in November, the election was rigged. Clinton said that the Olympics are an example of American achievement, arguing that Trump is offering a pessimistic view of the country. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
Seventy-one percent of Trump voters think that if Clinton wins in November, the election was rigged. Clinton said that the Olympics are an example of American achievement, arguing that Trump is offering a pessimistic view of the country. (more...)
Rory McIlroy watched Olympic golf after all, congratulated Justin Rose
- August 17, 2016
The 36-year-old Rose, who had got the crowd on their feet on the opening day with the Olympic Games' first hole-in-one - said that the exciting finale in front of big crowds should guarantee the game's spot beyond Tokyo 2020. "I hope to add to that medal count, and I'm sure that Alena (Sharp) does, too, and I hope that both of us are standing on the podium at the end of this". (more...)
- August 17, 2016
The 36-year-old Rose, who had got the crowd on their feet on the opening day with the Olympic Games' first hole-in-one - said that the exciting finale in front of big crowds should guarantee the game's spot beyond Tokyo 2020. "I hope to add to that medal count, and I'm sure that Alena (Sharp) does, too, and I hope that both of us are standing on the podium at the end of this". (more...)
Crews gain ground on California wildfire
- August 17, 2016
It's not like someone threw a cigarette butt out the window". Damin Pashilk , a construction worker from nearby Clearlake, faces several counts of arson in connection with the latest Northern California blaze and others that have devastated the area over the past year. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
It's not like someone threw a cigarette butt out the window". Damin Pashilk , a construction worker from nearby Clearlake, faces several counts of arson in connection with the latest Northern California blaze and others that have devastated the area over the past year. (more...)
Was Stephen Bear planning to propose to Lillie Lexie Gregg?
- August 17, 2016
Chloe, who received the boot from the show on Friday, faced a grilling from hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford on ITV's This Morning about her romance with Stephen Bear and some of her risque behaviour on the reality show. And show no remorse? The 27-year-old has told The Star that bolshy Bear is "sex-obsessed" but distinctly average in the sack, rating him a five out of 10 and declaring that she "wouldn't go back there". (more...)
- August 17, 2016
Chloe, who received the boot from the show on Friday, faced a grilling from hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford on ITV's This Morning about her romance with Stephen Bear and some of her risque behaviour on the reality show. And show no remorse? The 27-year-old has told The Star that bolshy Bear is "sex-obsessed" but distinctly average in the sack, rating him a five out of 10 and declaring that she "wouldn't go back there". (more...)
Ferrell and Reilly to Play HOLMES AND WATSON For Sony
- August 17, 2016
Cohen also starred with Ferrell and Reilly in Talladega Nights and has plans to work with Cohen on Warner Bros. Ferrell and Reilly have been looking for several years to find another opportunity to work together, and now they've got it. Johnny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu brought another interpretation as sleauths in modern day NY, while Guy Ritchie has directed two Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr. (more...)
- August 17, 2016
Cohen also starred with Ferrell and Reilly in Talladega Nights and has plans to work with Cohen on Warner Bros. Ferrell and Reilly have been looking for several years to find another opportunity to work together, and now they've got it. Johnny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu brought another interpretation as sleauths in modern day NY, while Guy Ritchie has directed two Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr. (more...)
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